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Kano State Executive Council approves N33.45 billion naira for development projects

By Nura Ahmad
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Kano State Executive Council has approved the sum of N33,455,431,626.56 for the execution of various development projects across the state. Briefing newsmen on the outcome of the meeting, the Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, stated that the Council approved the settlement of nine-month allowances for 2,369 screened street sweepers under the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change at N426,420,000.00. He added that the Council also approved N109,070,000.00 for the procurement and distribution of UTME/JAMB forms, including the screening, registration, and training of prospective candidates under the Ministry of Education. Similarly, he noted that N284,122,002.61 was approved for the construction of a Model Primary Health Centre at Rimin Zakara in Ungoggo Local Government Area under the Ministry of Health. The Commissioner further revealed that the Council granted approval for the general repairs and renovation of physical st...
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North-West Development Commission to partner with Sydani group to drive regional growth

By Nura Ahmad
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The Managing Director of the North-West Development Commission recently held a strategic meeting with the management of Sydani Group, a leading Nigerian consulting firm specializing in development, health, and social impact initiatives. The discussions centered on fostering a collaborative partnership aimed at driving sustainable development in the North West region of Nigeria. Sydani Group, known for its expertise in implementing innovative solutions to address complex development challenges, brings a wealth of experience in project management, capacity building, and policy advocacy. The proposed partnership seeks to leverage Sydani Group's technical expertise and the Commission's regional insights to implement programs that will enhance infrastructure, healthcare, education, and economic empowerment in the North West. Both parties expressed optimism about the collaboration, emphasizing the importance of public-private partnerships in achieving inclusiv...
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Speaker Abbas Pledges National Assembly’s Full Support for North West Development Commission

By Nura Ahmad
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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, has assured the North West Development Commission (NWDC) of the unwavering support of the National Assembly to ensure its success in addressing the region’s pressing challenges. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the NWDC board to his office on Wednesday, Speaker Abbas described the meeting as historic, marking the first official engagement between the House leadership and the newly established commission. He emphasized the urgency of the commission’s mandate, given the multiple socio-economic issues affecting the North West. “Never in the history of Nigeria and the North West have we faced such dire circumstances—insurgency, banditry, unemployment, drug-related issues, and many more. The statistics show that this region is the worst hit,” he noted. The Speaker called on the pioneer board members to lay a solid foundation for the commission, ensuring that it effectively addresses...
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