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Niger Govt Budgets N9.8bn for Ward Development Projects – Bago

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From Dan Amasingha, Minna

Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago of Niger State has inaugurated a Steering Committee for Niger State Ward Development project at the grassroots level.Inaugurating the Steering Committee at Government house Minna, he said Niger State Government has budgeted N9.

864b annually for the Ward Development out of which N3m will be spent monthly on each of the 274 wards of the state.
Bago who described the inauguration of the Committee as historical for all Nigerlites said the Ward development project which has been long awaited has already kick-started with the inauguration of the State steering Committee which will in turn inaugurate Local Government Committee while the Local Government Committee will equally form Committees at the Ward level.
He said that the list of people that would constitute the Local Government Committees will vary from Ward to Ward as a template has been produced to accommodate critical stakeholders in the Ward Committees.The Governor reminded the Committee members of the herculean task ahead of them urging them to wear their thinking Caps as the State Government requires a Needs assessment from different Wards through their Committees to ascertain the degree of what they require, ranging but not limited to health, education, sanitation, water, security and infrastructure.He expressed confidence in the Committee adding that the members have the capacity to deliver and so, as he is counting on them to carry out their task diligently.Governor Bago disclosed that N3m is set as a baseline as there are other interwoven Agencies like the Local Government Area Councils, SUBEB, healthcare centres, Ministries of environment and education which also have projects to be domiciled in Wards and as such, there should be synchronisation so as to have even spread of projects across the State.He advised that people who will execute the projects should be people of the respective Wards who are experts in various fields to enable them participate and be productive in the development of their areas while also expressing optimism that the initiative will help in rapid development of the State.The Chairman of the State Steering Committee and Commissioner for Rural and Community Development, Phalalu Bako Mohammed, thanked the Governor for the Confidence reposed on them and assured that they will work assiduously to achieve the desired result.He commended the farmer Governor for all the developmental projects being executed across the State, describing his efforts as unprecedented.The Chairman of the Committee disclosed that the committee will immediately embark on citizens engagement, sensitisation and would ensure the funds are judiciously utilised through proper monitoring and evaluation of projects.Other Committee members are Mu’azu Hamidu Jantabo, Commissioner, Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs as the Vice Chairman, Alh. Aminu Musa Bobi who is also the Niger State APC Chairman, member, Hajiya Binta Mamman, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Member, Engr. Ibrahim Panti, Special Adviser, Ward Development Project, and Special Adviser political, Alhaji Nma Kolo.

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Bauchi Govt Earmarks N4.7bn for Yankari, Tourism Development

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The Bauchi state government says it has earmarked N4.7 billion to reinvigorate Yankari Game Reserve and Sumu Wildlife Park, to encourage sustainable tourism development.

The government has allocated the fund in its 2025 budget, to fasttrack infrastructure development in the parks and other tourism sites in the state.

Mr Abdullahi Hassan, Commissioner for Tourism and Culture, said this in an interview with on Tuesday in Bauchi 

He said the government was making huge investments to upgrade key tourism facilities, showcasing the state’s rich cultural heritage for pleasure seekers and researchers.

Hassan said that N2.7 billion has been set aside for the rehabilitation and upgrade of the Yankari Game Reserve and Resort.

He said the project included installation of solar power systems to ensure uninterrupted power supply while modern park facilities would be provided at the cost of  N1 billion.

The commissioner said the government would expend N1 billion on the upgrade of the Sumu Wildlife Park to attract tourists and boost the state revenue base.

Hassan said that a 13.3 kilometre Kafin Madaki – Sumu  Road, an administration block and earth dams would be constructed to support  park operations and provide clean water for animals and human consumption. 

“Sumu Park, known for its friendly giraffes, zebras and other non-threatening wildlife will see enhancement aimed at preserving its unique features.

“Plans are underway to introduce new species to the park, further enriching the visitor experience,” he said.

Also, Nasiru Yusuf, the General Manager, Bauchi State Tourism Board, reiterated the state government commitment to revitalise the wildlife reserves through an ambitious project tagged: “Wildlife Rejuvenation Programme.”

The programme, he said, is designed to herald habitat restoration and restock endangered species as well as strengthen conservation laws. 

“We are focusing on rebuilding the wildlife populations, especially in the Yankari Game Reserve, which has long been a symbol of pride to Bauchi and Nigeria at large.

“Wildlife conservation is not just a government responsibility rather a shared duty for future generations,” he said. 

According to Yusuf, the state government is partnering with international bodies, including the Czech Republic,  and signed  several Memorandums of Understandings (MoUs), to enhance development of key tourism sites.

Similarly, Steven Gassol, a former Head of Forestry Department, said the Bauchi state government was collaborating with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), to innoculate over 12,000 cattle in agro pastoral communities surrounding the Yankari Game Reserve. 

According to Cassole, the current state of wildlife in several protected areas across the country remains precarious, largely due to poaching, habitat loss and climate-related pressures. 

He, however, said the federal and state governments have initiated a series of interventions  to counter the threats.

He said the interventions included the expansion of protected reserves, stricter enforcement of anti poaching laws, and community-based conservation programmes aimed at empowering local communities to take active roles in preserving biodiversity. 

This, he said, was being  complemented by awareness creation activities  to educate the people about the ecological and economic value of wildlife.

Cassole further lauded the synergy between regional bodies towards addressing cross border wildlife trafficking, which has been a major concern of the transnational conservation corridors.

“This collective action represents a promising shift towards sustainable conservation, continued synergy between the stakeholders will ensure long term success

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EFCC Traces Laundered $300,000 to Yahoo Boy

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 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it has traced over 300,000 dollars, laundered to a suspected internet fraudster.

A statement by Mr Dele Oyewale, the Spokesperson of the EFCC on Tuesday in Abuja said the suspect was among the 35 suspects arrested Sunday in Auchi area of Edo.

Oyewale said the arrest was sequel to credible intelligence that linked the suspects to fraudulent internet activities.

He said investigations had revealed that the suspect had collected and laundered over $300,000 for his syndicate members who were at large.

”Apart from internet fraud, EFCC’s investigations revealed that the suspect is equally involved in investment and banking fraud.

”He will be charged to court as soon as the investigation is concluded,” he said

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NIMC Begins free NIN Registration for Public school Pupils, Students in Kano

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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) says it has concluded arrangements to commence free registration of pupils and students in public schools in Kano State.The exercise would cover pupils and students in primary, junior secondary, and senior secondary schools, who would be issued National Identification Numbers (NINs) at the end of the process.

Briefing stakeholders during an advocacy visit to the state Ministry of Education, the Regional Coordinator of NIMC, Mrs Emmanuella Igbinovia, said the exercise was crucial due to the increasing demand for NINs, especially for students sitting for WAEC and NECO examinations.
She said the visit was to engage relevant stakeholders in the state and map out modalities for a smooth registration.
According to her, preliminary requirements for the registration include a comprehensive list of public schools, names and phone numbers of principals.Igbinovia added that registration forms would soon be distributed to parents to complete, validate and return before the scheduled registration date.“A date will be announced for the registration and biometric capturing. We will also set aside another period for the printing and distribution of NIN slips for all registered pupils and students,” she said.Also speaking, the Kano State Coordinator of NIMC, Mr Garba Balarabe, said the project would boost enrolment figures in the state and enable students to obtain their NINs within a short time.He noted that Lagos State currently leads Kano by about 2.2 million enrolments, adding that the new initiative could help close that gap.In his remarks, the state Commissioner for Education, Dr Ali Haruna Makoda, assured the Commission of the state government’s support to ensure a successful exercise.Makoda, represented by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Alhaji Bashir Muhammad, called on parents and stakeholders to support the initiative and ensure all eligible pupils and students are duly registered. (NAN)

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