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Niger gov advocates Hausa for teaching to boost northern enrolment

The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Bago, has called for the adoption of Hausa as the medium of instruction in primary and secondary schools across Northern Nigeria. Bago said this move would tackle the region’s high rate of out-of-school children and encourage greater enrolment in formal education. Speaking at the National Literary Colloquium held on
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The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Bago, has called for the adoption of Hausa as the medium of instruction in primary and secondary schools across Northern Nigeria. Bago said this move would tackle the region’s high rate of out-of-school children and encourage greater enrolment in formal education. Speaking at the National Literary Colloquium held on

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Soludo condoles Anambra market fire victims

The Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has expressly sympathised with the victims of the devastating fire incident that occurred at Ahịa Mgbede, opposite the New Motor Spare Parts Market in the commercial city of Nnewi. The midnight fire, whose cause has not been ascertained occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, burning several shops to
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The Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has expressly sympathised with the victims of the devastating fire incident that occurred at Ahịa Mgbede, opposite the New Motor Spare Parts Market in the commercial city of Nnewi. The midnight fire, whose cause has not been ascertained occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, burning several shops to

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FG seeks stronger ties with indigenous oil firms

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to enhancing collaboration with indigenous oil service providers, as a critical strategy to boost crude oil production and drive the growth of the oil and gas sector. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, made this assertion while inspecting Geoplex Oilfield Services and WCS
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The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to enhancing collaboration with indigenous oil service providers, as a critical strategy to boost crude oil production and drive the growth of the oil and gas sector. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, made this assertion while inspecting Geoplex Oilfield Services and WCS

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Mozambique swears in new President amid post-election unrest

Mozambique on Wednesday inaugurated a new president, Daniel Chapo, in front of a heavily guarded audience of dignitaries in the capital, Maputo after weeks of violent demonstrations over the fiercely disputed election results. The 48-year-old Chapo extended his Frelimo party’s 50-year rule following claims by opposition candidate, Venancio Mondlane, that the vote was rigged, which
Mozambique swears in new President amid post-election unrest

Mozambique on Wednesday inaugurated a new president, Daniel Chapo, in front of a heavily guarded audience of dignitaries in the capital, Maputo after weeks of violent demonstrations over the fiercely disputed election results.

The 48-year-old Chapo extended his Frelimo party’s 50-year rule following claims by opposition candidate, Venancio Mondlane, that the vote was rigged, which triggered unrest that reportedly left no fewer than 300 people dead.

DAILY POST recalls that Mozambique’s president-elect, Chapo, was set to be sworn in, more than three months after a contested election that has plunged the country into political turmoil.

While taking the oath of office, Chapo promised to devote all his energies to defending, promoting and consolidating national unity, human rights, democracy and the well-being of the Mozambican people.

However, on the eve of the inauguration, Mondlane threatened to paralyse the new government with daily demonstrations following his earlier calls for a national strike in the days leading up to the ceremony.

According to him, the October 9 polls were rigged in favour of the Frelimo party, which has governed Mozambique since independence from Portugal in 1975.

“This regime does not want peace. We’ll protest every single day. If it means paralysing the country for the entire term, we will paralyse it for the entire term,” he stated via Facebook on Tuesday.

International observers have said the election was marred by irregularities while the EU mission condemned what it described as the unjustified alteration of election results.

Neighbouring South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa attended the inauguration while former colonial ruler Portugal sent Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel.

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Police kill five secessionist members in Anambra, recover arms

  The Anambra State Police Command, in collaboration with the military and other security agencies, has neutralised five suspected members of an armed secessionist gang during a raid on their camp in Ufuma, Orumba North Local Government Area of the state. The operation, which took place on Tuesday along Umugem Road, resulted in the recovery
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  The Anambra State Police Command, in collaboration with the military and other security agencies, has neutralised five suspected members of an armed secessionist gang during a raid on their camp in Ufuma, Orumba North Local Government Area of the state. The operation, which took place on Tuesday along Umugem Road, resulted in the recovery

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Oyo partners Kwara, others to secure borders against bandits

The Oyo State Government has announced that it is collaborating with neighboring states to secure its borders against bandits from the northern part of the country. DAILY POST gathered that Governor Seyi Makinde of the state had earlier stated that some bandits from the northern part of the country are entering the South-West region through
Oyo partners Kwara, others to secure borders against bandits

The Oyo State Government has announced that it is collaborating with neighboring states to secure its borders against bandits from the northern part of the country.

DAILY POST gathered that Governor Seyi Makinde of the state had earlier stated that some bandits from the northern part of the country are entering the South-West region through Oyo State.

Our correspondent reports that Oyo shares borders with Kwara, Ogun, and Osun states.

The Special Adviser to the state governor on Security, Fatai Owoseni, however, noted that the state government is partnering with its neighboring states to secure its borders against bandits.

Owoseni made this revelation while briefing journalists on the resolution of the state security council on Tuesday.

While addressing the press, Owoseni urged residents to go about their lawful activities without fear, assuring them that the state government would pull out all the stops to ensure their safety.

He assured residents that the government would leave no stone unturned in its efforts to secure the state.

Owoseni further noted that, to strengthen the state’s security network, the council would hold expanded meetings that would include local government chairmen as well as traditional rulers.

“The essence of this is to ensure that we take security to the grassroots. The local government administration is the third tier of government and is the closest to the people. In the same vein, traditional rulers are close to the people and know most people in their domains.

“By integrating them into the security network, we are taking security to the grassroots and carrying everyone along. Security is everybody’s business, and we all have a role to play in ensuring that our state is safe from the antics of bandits and other criminal elements.”

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Bauchi Gov awards N4m to top JAMB performers

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has awarded ₦4 million to four outstanding indigene students who excelled in the 2024 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination. The recipients, Kawthar Shehu (348), Geoffrey Yakubu (347), Abdullahi Garba (347), and Magaji Umar (333), were celebrated during a ceremony held on Tuesday at the Ministry of Education in
Bauchi Gov awards N4m to top JAMB performers

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has awarded ₦4 million to four outstanding indigene students who excelled in the 2024 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination.

The recipients, Kawthar Shehu (348), Geoffrey Yakubu (347), Abdullahi Garba (347), and Magaji Umar (333), were celebrated during a ceremony held on Tuesday at the Ministry of Education in Bauchi.

Each student received ₦1 million to support their higher education ambitions.

Governor Mohammed, represented by the Head of Service, Yahuza Adamu, stated that the initiative aims to inspire other students to strive for academic excellence.

“This gesture demonstrates our administration’s commitment to investing in human capital development and encouraging outstanding academic performance,” he said.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Ali Babayo, revealed that the idea was initiated by the ministry to motivate students across the state.

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Bandits: Katsina govt installs CCTV cameras in schools to enhance security

Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has announced the installation of CCTV cameras in schools. Speaking during the distribution of educational materials at the Government House in Katsina on Tuesday, Radda emphasized the importance of safeguarding schools against potential threats. “The security of our students and teachers is paramount. Installing CCTV cameras will not only
Bandits: Katsina govt installs CCTV cameras in schools to enhance security

Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has announced the installation of CCTV cameras in schools.

Speaking during the distribution of educational materials at the Government House in Katsina on Tuesday, Radda emphasized the importance of safeguarding schools against potential threats.

“The security of our students and teachers is paramount. Installing CCTV cameras will not only deter criminal activities but also provide real-time monitoring to enhance safety measures in our schools,” he said.

The governor also revealed that this initiative aligns with other ongoing efforts to improve education in the state, including the provision of 25,000 textbooks each for Mathematics, Computer Science, and English Language to Basic 4-6 pupils.

In addition, 18 buses were distributed to enhance project coordination, along with special needs equipment for the School for the Blind.

Further supporting school infrastructure, Radda disclosed that ₦4.737 billion had been allocated for constructing classrooms, toilet facilities, and water infrastructure in 150 primary schools identified as having critical deficits.

Governor Radda called on community members and School-Based Management Committees to play an active role in maintaining school facilities and ensuring the safety of students.

He reiterated his administration’s dedication to enhancing teachers’ welfare, highlighting the implementation of a reward system to recognize and encourage committed educators.

He said, “By ensuring the provision of essential resources and infrastructure, the government aims to foster an environment where every child has the opportunity to excel and reach their full potential.”

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Delta Govt vows to blacklist bad contractors

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has said any contractor who executes shoddy jobs in the state will be sanctioned and blacklisted by his administration. Oborevwori, who made this statement late Tuesday while inspecting projects within the state capital, also stated that sanctions would be applied to site engineers who approve shoddy work for payment. The
Delta Govt vows to blacklist bad contractors

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has said any contractor who executes shoddy jobs in the state will be sanctioned and blacklisted by his administration.

Oborevwori, who made this statement late Tuesday while inspecting projects within the state capital, also stated that sanctions would be applied to site engineers who approve shoddy work for payment.

The governor, who expressed dissatisfaction with the poor quality of drainage work carried out by the contractor handling the 6.5-kilometer Achalla-Ibusa Road, a state government project, emphasized that his administration would not tolerate substandard work.

He explained that his decision to inspect the project was prompted by unsatisfactory feedback he had received from individuals he had previously sent to evaluate the project.

He added that his administration would prioritize road inspections in 2025, with the goal of ensuring that only quality road projects worthy of commissioning are constructed in the state.

“This year, we are starting with more inspections. The work on the Achalla-Ibusa Road is bad, very bad. I have told the Commissioner and the Director that we cannot accept the drainage.

“The poor drainage will not affect the stone basing and asphalting of the road, so the contractor can continue by taking advantage of the dry season.

“This will serve as a warning to other contractors. There is no contract work that I will not go and inspect. If you do a bad job, we will not pay you. Even if we have paid you, the site engineer will be in trouble.

“This government will not tolerate a situation where site engineers connive with contractors to deliver substandard projects.

“If you want to please me or be my friend as a contractor, do a good job; if you don’t do a good job, you can’t be my friend,” he said.

The governor also stated that his administration would not spend money on projects that do not provide value for the money spent for the residents of the state.

“Starting this January, I have committed to personally inspecting projects, not just in Asaba but across all 25 local government areas.

“Any contractor who fails to report to their site or delays work will face contract revocation. We will reassign such projects to those willing to deliver.

“Our terrain requires us to maximize the dry season for construction. Over the next four months, we aim to complete and commission a significant number of projects.

“By the time we reach two years in office, we want to celebrate substantial progress across multiple sectors, including roads, health, and education.

“The people of Delta have not seen projects yet; there are lots of projects coming. We are going to award more projects this year across all sectors,” he said.

Oborevwori also inspected the recently completed two-kilometer road leading to the 63 Brigade Barracks of the Nigerian Army in Aboh-Ogwashi.

Other projects inspected included the gully erosion site along the Okpanam-Ibusa bypass, the perimeter fence and road around Asaba International Airport, and the Kwekagbor Layout, opposite Summit Junction, Asaba.

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