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Tribute to Abubakar Sadik Sunusi Bature (Modibbo) 2009 TO 2024 - Ibrahim Yaro Dawakin Tofa

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Oh Abubakar, my dear son, you left us too soon. Your passing has left a void in our lives that can never be filled.  I remember your calm and humble nature, your kindness, and your responsibility. You were a shining example of a young man who had a bright future ahead of him. I wish you and Nuruddeen Ibrahim Yaro grew up together to become close friends like I and Sunusi. Your friendship was a beautiful thing to see, and I have no doubt that you both would have achieved great things together. Nuruddeen, my dear son, I offer my heartfelt condolence to you. May Allah grant you comfort and peace during this difficult time. May the beautiful memories of your friendship with Abubakar bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart. Abubakar, my dear son, I remember the effort your father made to take you to India in search of good health and well-being. He spared no expense in ensuring your happiness and health. I recall telling your father, “Malam yaron nan ka jiyar da

Gombe State Athletics Association boycotts Event

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  All AthIetics stakeholders are hereby notified that on no account should any AthIete, NAATO officials participate in the proposed AthIetics competition planned to commence today, October 22, 2024 at the Pantami Stadium. In a statement been E-signed by the Chairman Gombe State Athletics Association, Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, said, it's cogent to note that AthIetics World-wide have rules of engagement which all stakeholders must obey, therefore, not meeting these rules by the organisers, the Gombe State Athletics Association has decided to exit from the competition in accordance to the rules of the AthIetics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) and by extension the World AthIetics. Part of the reasons Gombe AthIetics Association is boycotting the competition are as follows: 1. The competition is below AthIetics standards both in procurement of running facilities and medical and insurance requirements. 2. Organisers of the competition are largely unknown to leaders of Gombe State Athletics A

Kano Ministry of Education Collaborates With Schools Old Boys To Improve Education Sector

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Kano State Ministry of Education has indicated its readiness to work with Alumni of Old Boys Associations across the state to improve the standard of education. Im a statement signed by the Director Public Enlightenment of the Ministry, Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru, said the State Commissioner Ministry of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa gave the assurance today Thursday when he received executive members of Rumfa old boys association, class '94 who paid him a courtesy visit in his office. Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Miinistry Hajiya Kubra Imam, the Commissioner Maintained that for education to progress, there is need for collective efforts between government, individuals and other non-governmental organizations that could work together to address challenges surrounding the sector. He said the recent government resolve to declare state of emergency on education was a clear testimony of the administration of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf in bringing out solutio

NAHCON: Unauthorized Contracts Will Not Be Honored

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Information has reached the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) that some persons or self acclaimed agents are using the Commission’s name to make commitments to Service Providers for contracts on pilgrims’ accommodations and feeding arrangements in Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj. Some of these individuals have gone to the extent of making contacts with the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in the name of the Commission.  In a statement signed by the Assistant Director Public Affairs of the Commission, Fatima Sanda Usara, said, the Chairman of the Outfit, Prof Abdullahi Saleh Usman, wishes to inform the general public, and all stakeholders within the country and beyond, that NAHCON has NOT authorized any individual, group, or agent to enter into contracts or make any arrangements or agreements on its behalf whether in Nigeria or in Saudi Arabia for the year’s Hajj. NAHCON strictly conducts all official transactions through its recognized and authorized personnel, fo

TRIBUTE!!! Surayya Baba Aminu (Sai Mama) : A Woman Like No Other - By Abba Anwar

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By Abba Anwar  The quintessential Surayya, a woman of substance, who passed away as a humble, religious and respectful Muslim fellow, can always be remembered for her simplicity, humility, religiosity and empathy. Wherever she could be, you saw her dressed in a Muslim dress code. Even if she happened to be in the Southern part of the country. She didn't differentiate between North, South and Centre, when it came to decent appearance as a Muslim woman. This alone, is indelible as one of the legacies she bequethed. I first came across Surayya, popularly called Sai Mama, about 9 years ago, when I was with The Guardian newspaper. One day, as I was a member of Ganduje Online, social platform, courtesy Uba Tanko Mijinyawa, popularly called Uba Danzainab, I asked particular information on the platform concerning a policy formulated by the then Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. I wanted to write an informed article about the policy, but I didn't have some core parts of the p

Kano Anti-Graft Agency Resolves Majority of Ombudsman-Related Complaints, Processes Over 1,395 Cases in One Year

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The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) has made significant strides in the past year, resolving over 60% of Ombudsman-related complaints and handling a total of 1,395 cases. This achievement was highlighted by the Commission’s Chairman, Barrister Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado, during the International Ombuds Day 2024 celebration held on Thursday in Kano. The event was designed to promote the role of Ombudsman services in addressing public grievances and ensuring accountability in governance. According to Rimingado, 70% of the cases received by the Commission over the past year were Ombudsman-related. Out of these, 60% have been successfully resolved, while 40% are still under investigation. He underscored the Commission’s commitment to transparency and prompt response to public complaints. “This year, we received 1,395 petitions, and 70% were related to the Ombudsman services. We have resolved 60% of these cases and are actively working on the res