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By Comrade Musa Mohammed The peace of the nation would be guaranteed with the appointment of Major General Chris Musa as chief of defence staff. Hon. Abubakar Mahmoud Jarma made statement during an interview with Journalists in Abuja on Friday. He said General Musa is a man with distinct in his profession. "The defence of the nation is in good hand". "General  Musa pedigree is well known. And I'm confident with Gen. Musa as Chief of Defence Staff, the defence of the nation is in good hands.” "With the appointment of General Musa as the new Chief of Defense Staff, the armed forces will even do better".  "We certainly are well pleased that the security and defence of our nation are in good hands. “The growth and development of the armed forces is in good hands and so be rest assured that Musa along with his team of service chiefs will do their best to deliver".  He said Gen. Musa has displayed an all-new level of patriotism, dedication, ...

A group under the auspices of Northwest Progressives Forum(NPF) has lent its weight behind the choice of former Jigawa State Governor, Mohammed Badaru as Nigeria's Minister of Defence, saying President Bola Tinubu made an informes choice. Addressing a Press Conference in Kaduna on Wednesday, the group's Director of Strategic Communications, Adamu Isa said notwithstanding the mixed reactions that followed Badaru's choice as Defence Minister, President Tinubu deserves commendation, given the new Minister's trajectory. "As Governor of Jigawa State, he received Security Report every morning as the first item on his official menu. This was moreso because the Chief Security Officer of Jigawa State. He cannot therefore be said to be a novice in modern governance and related issues of safety and security of citizens. Jigawa State today, is one of the most peaceful States in Nigeria", the group argued. Turning to the narrative that the new Minister may find...

'Uba Sani will succeeded in changing the face of education in kaduna with so many success'. BY COMRADE MUSA MOHAMMED   In a federation like Nigeria, development and growth of the country does not only depends on the leadership of the president who is at the center. State governors are also key in ensuring growth and development. In my view, leadership at the state level is even more important than that of the central government because Nigeria is a heterogeneous nation with different tribes and culture. Over the years, all the states in Nigeria have been ruled by different people. Since Nigeria got her independence in 1960 and started practicing federalism, the achievements and accomplishments of some of our governors has been documented in different journals, books and even magazines. Governor Senator Uba Sani, Executive Governor of Kaduna State is an example of an accountable and responsible governor. Uba Sani is the only governor amongst the newly governors that ...

Hon. Bobai Victor  on Wednesday, applauded the Estu Chikun, His Royal Highness, Ishaku Yari, the traditional ruler of the Chikun Chiefdom in Kaduna state for his leadership roles in consolidating and supporting the  administration of governor Uba Sani’s developmental agenda and peace programmes. Bobai, who is the Director of Media and Public Affairs of the Southern Kaduna Political Forum and also a resident of Sabon Tasha ward, gave the commendation during a meeting with some selected Political stakeholders in Chikun. He noted that royal fathers in the state have been playing unique roles in promoting peace and unity in their respective Chiefdoms ,  adding that they should sustain their peace effort so as to consolidate the tempo of development in the state. The Director Media and Public Affairs, also commended the Etsu Chikun, the royal father of the entire Chikun LGA , who has been in Solidarity with both indigenous and non indigenous groups, pointing out th...

The Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani has announced the downward review of current fees in state-owned tertiary institutions.  Under the new fees regime, the fees have been reviewed as follows; a) Kaduna State University – Current Fee: N150,000 – Reduction (%): 30% – New Fee: N105,000 b) Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic – Current Fee: N100,000 – Reduction (%): 50% – New Fee: N50,000 c) College of Education, Gidan Waya – Current Fee: N75,000 – Reduction (%): 50% – New Fee: N37,500 d) Shehu Idris College of Health Sciences & Technology, Makarfi •HND Courses – Current Fee: N100,000 – Reduction (%): 30% -New Fee: N70.000 •ND Courses – Current Fee: N75,000 – Reduction (%): 30% – New Fee: N52,000 e) Kaduna State College of Nursing – Current Fee: N100,000 – Reduction (%): 30% – New Fee: N70,000. In a press statement made available to Journalists in Kaduna, through the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Kaduna State, Muhammad Lawal Shehu, said, “The Governor made thi...

Northern Youths Forum on Politcal Matters, a socio-political group, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to consider a young person like Hon. Abubakar Sadiq Sa'adu former APC National zonal Youth leader for appointment as the Minister for Youth in his cabinet. The group made the statement through it's National president Comrade Mohammed Abdallah Shani, in Abuja. "With the current redeployment of ministers, he Federal Ministry of Youth is to be re-assigned to a Minister-Designate soon, we humbly call on Mr President to kindly consider appointing Hon. Abubakar Sadiq Sa'adu as the Minister of Youths. “He has a vast array of qualities and experienced in where he served in both public and private sector. “We believe that appointing him as a youth as the minister will enable Mr President leverage on the creativity, energy and resourcefulness of the Nigerian youth. “This time, it should be youth for youth. He said that the group believed that nominating Sadiq Abu...

BY DR. MAHMOUD DANTSOHO This special piece is a tribute to the late Emir of Zazzau Malam Ja’afaru Dan Isiyaku Dan Abdullahi Dan Hammada Dan Yamusa, the sixteenth Emir of Zazzau who passed away on Friday, August 21st 1959. To day is exactly sixty-four years since he left this world. Sarkin Zazzau, Limamin-gari, Alkalin-gari, builder of modern Zazzau Emirate, the embodiment of humility and leadership. In fact, let truth be told, records have shown that Emir Malam Ja’afaru had never in his reign as Emir to publically humiliate or disgraced  his subjects or his perceived adversary royal ranks. He had never betrayed the royal confidence reposed in him by the four royal dynasties and he was always amending fence between the ruling dynasties. However before going into the subject matter, it is pertinent to state that quite a lot has been written, said and still people are saying good things about Emir Malam Ja’afaru Dan Isiyaku in Zaria and beyond. In fact, no Emir of Zazzau h...

By Comrade Musa Mohammed 'Leader with Exceptional Quality' 'The indefatigable and irresistible Orator of Kaduna State'. 31 December 1970 is symbolic to human society; on this day, kaduna State was blessed with a special breed – His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani, who has grown into a giant reputed for his selfless nature in dealing with concerns of humanity and issues of public interest. Senator Uba Sani, the elected executive Governor of Kaduna state, is a leader by example, an altruistic personality, a versatile politician, administrator, an intellectual of rare breed, our likable politcal leader and the youngest governor in the history of Kaduna State. Governor Uba Sani have clearly demonstrated that leadership is not in age, but in experience encapsulated in strategically defined vision, well-directed proactiveness and collectivity. His leadership gift is further reflected in his tireless devotion to duty, in his pragmatic management of issues and in his a...

As Nigerians continue to face  hardship due to  removal of fuel subsidy, the Director General of Confederation of All Progressives Congress(APC)  Support Groups,Eng. Kailani Muhammad called for  patience  with the reform policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying there will  be positive outcome in future. According to him, the President means well for the country and  success will surely be achieved if Nigerians play their roles as citizens because they will be the  beneficiaries of subsidy withdrawal . Briefing journalists on state of nation at Abuja during the weekend , Eng Kailani Muhammad said the President is known for his ability and capacity to deliver good governance and will not disappoint now that he's saddled with power as President of Africa's largest economy . He also said ,though the policies could appear harsh now ,but with time and proper implementation by the Ministers and other  appointees, Nigerians will gr...

  The Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, has extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and injured, the people of Zaria and the Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli, over the collapse of a section of the iconic Zaria Central Mosque on Friday 11th August 2023. During a condolence visit to the Emir's Palace, Governor Sani who was accompanied by other senior government officials, assured that the State Government will collaborate with the Emirate Council to expedite the mosque's renovation, enabling worshippers to resume their religious duties.  In efforts to provide financial support and cushion the shock of losing breadwinners unexpectedly, Governor Sani announced the provision of one million naira each,to the families of the eight worshippers who lost their lives while praying at the Zaria Central Mosque.  Similarly, the sum of five hundred thousand naira was also provided to the injured who are currently receiving medical care...

By Comrade Musa Mohammed Very soon a time for merriment, for song and dance, and for sheer delight; a time for celebrations will be fully deserved, a time to count our blessings, name them one by one, and be pleasantly surprised at what the Almighty Allah has done for chosen Uba Sani as the number one citizen of Kaduna state.  In a great testimony to the manifold blessings of Allah, the kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani will soon turn-arround the state.  Uba Sani as the governor, a prosperous populace and a promising future. What more can anyone ask for? It is The Allah’s doing and it is marvellous in our sight. The Emergence of Uba Sani the people’s governor which he already formally take the contract with the kaduna people for four years.  As he takes the oath of office, millions of Kaduna indigene had been in a celebratory mood, knowing the landmarks of his predecessor in the last eight years, and the promise that the future holds. By now, it ought to...

Gov. Uba Sani Will Create Right Environment To Overcome All Challenges.  By Comrade Musa Mohammed Governor of Kaduna state, Senator Malam Uba Sani, will definitely create the right environment that will overcome all the challenges bedeviling the state. The governor has already form a vibrant, diverse and inclusive team based on merit to ensuring his government’s strategic policies are aligned with the current realities and implemented transparently and effectively.  The governor would rebuild the economy, educate the children, assist the vulnerable, and provide high levels of public service among others. The security of Kaduna state is the paramount importance to him, and his administration will proactively go after all banditry and criminal elements in the state. I am sure from what he said during taking oath of office, his government will take every possible measure to make every part of the state safe. Visionary leadership entails very concise, attainable goals,...

By Comrade Musa Mohammed The people of Kaduna state now have cause for hope. If the morning shows the day, then there appears to be a ray of hope at the end of the tunnel. And we should all know that, His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani, Executive Governor of Kaduna state, has renewed the hope of the citizens.   A politically and religiously polarised and divided state may have begun the process of healing.  Kaduna may eventually recover the lost grounds. Take, for instance, the recent appointments of the governor's kitchen cabinets which includes Commissioners, Special advisers and special assistants. The composition of Governor Uba Sani Government (administration), thereby ensuring that there shall be no predominance of persons from a few local government area or from a few ethnic or other sectional groups in his Government. He will work very hard for basic human needs, like food security, education, health care, he will improved public transportation and incre...

A political associate of Senate President, Dr. Jibril Tafida has alerted Nigerians to an alleged "secret scheming by some political troublemakers to cause a rift between the Senate President and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Elrufai". Tafida who sounded the alert while answering questions from newsmen in Kaduna at the weekend, said "the claims of a purported anti-Elrufai petition handed down to a lawmaker from Kogi State was a lie from the pit of hell". He explained that the Senate President of this country "cannot be associated with such a pedestrian action and it is indeed laughable that a gullible few have taken them serious". He warned that"politicians who create this kind of false rift on the pages of newspapers don't mean well for both the Senate, President Tinubu and Nigerians in general". He assured that devine punishment will befell politicians behind "the  desperation to create the mischievous impression that t...

A voluntary organization that promotes peace and development in northern Nigeria, Arewa New Agenda (ANA), has raised concern over calls to sack the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume. The ANA members led by its Convener and Chairman of Arewa New Agenda, Sen. Ahmad Abubakar MoAllahyidi, voiced their concern in a statement on Saturday. The statement read in part: "At the heart of the matter is the recent statement by Chief Audu Ogbe, a respected elder statesman, who called for the removal of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume. Chief Ogbe led a press conference that brought together stakeholders from the Idoma community, expressing their dissatisfaction with the appointment of a Tiv nominee as a minister from Benue State. The stakeholders argued that the move further marginalized the Idoma ethnic group within the State".  ANA acknowledged the democratic right of Chief Ogbe and his fello...

A member of  All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna, Comrade Mohammed, says he is optimistic of victory in the petition filed by Hon. Isa Ashiru Kudan challenging the victory of Sen. Uba Sani in the March 2023 governorship election. Speaking in an interview with Journalists, after the court seating in Kaduna on Friday, Comrade Mohammed, expressed optimism that APC and Uba Sani would emerge victorious at the tribunal. ”We are sure of victory for Gov. Uba Sani and APC at the tribunal,” he said. He urged members of the party in the state to remain calm as they await the judgement of the Governatorial Election Petition. “As democrats, we are calling on members of our great party, APC, across kaduna state, to be calm and to wait for the judgement. “We are expecting a very positive and good verdict that would enhance the dignity of the judicial system of this country”. Comrade Mohammed expressed hope that his governor and APC would succeed at the tribunal, and he have high...

A member of All Progressive Congress (APC), in kaduna state, Comrade Musa Mohammed has said he have confidence that Governor Uba Sani will emerge victorious at the tribunal. Comrade Mohammed also said he have faith and confidence Uba Sani's victory as the governor elect will remains firm and unshaken. He made the statement during an interview with newsmen in Kaduna on Wednesday.  He assured all APC supporters of victory for Gov. Uba Sani and APC at the tribunal.  "I want to assure all members of All Progressive Congress (APC), and supporters of Governor Uba Sani, that we are standing tall and confident of victory". "With what we have before the tribunal, there is no cause for alarm.  "We believe that by the grace of God, we will glorify God and celebrate Uba Sani victory in the tribunal".  "And we really appreciated the people of the state for their support for Uba Sani administration since inception". Comrade Mohammed noted that membe...