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NGO supports 109 orphans in Gombe

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Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State

 

From Hassan Umar, Gombe

Women group in Kaltungo ,the Rahma Sisters Organization in Gombe state North-Eastern Nigeria has distributed clothes and food items to one hundred and nine orphans with the aim of putting a smile on their faces.

The Chief Imam of the College of Health Science Kaltungo Ustaz Abubakar Isa Kaltungo commended the group for the initiative, describing it as timely in view of the alarming increase of the number orphans and widows due to incessant killings and act of terrorism in the country.

He quoted several Qur’anic verses and tradition of the Holy Prophet on the importance of providing assistance or taking responsibility of orphans and vulnerable groups in the society, calling on the participant to also look on ways to teach them some skills so as to be self-reliant and contribute positively to the society.

While warning against diversion or mismanagement of orphan’s wealth, Ustaz Abubakar Isa described taking care of orphans as a collective responsibility of all which is a great act that leads one to paradise.

In their goodwill messages the Head of the Religious Studies Federal University of Kashere Dr. Yakubu Tahir Maigari, the Chairman Muslim Ummah FUK Dr. Usman Jibril Mikai’il, the Sarkin Malaman Kashere as well as the chairmen of JIBWIS Council of  Ulamas of Kaltungo and Billiri Local Government respectively all appreciated the group for the gesture.

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Also In their separate comments the Magajin Garin Kaltungo Alhaji Ibrahim Ahmad Ibrahim and Dandarman Kaltungo Alh. Isma’il Muhammad pledged their support to the group and encouraged the orphans not to give up with their condition but instead try to meet up with the challenges of life so as to be productive.

Earlier the chairperson of the group Hajiya Fatima Ishaq who is the Principal of the College for Arabic and Islamic Studies (Higher Islam Kaltungo) and Dr. Habiba A. Usman of FUK  said the group was fully registered with relevant bodies and with the aim of impacting positively on the lives of the less privileged in the society.

They identified some activities of the group which includes assistance to needy, visitation to new converts and prison yards, sponsoring orphans and payment of school fees as well as the construction of Islamiyya schools and mosques and settlement of domestic dispute among couples.

 

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Waiya Decries Poor Hausa Advertisement By Non-Native Speakers

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The Commissioner to for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has expressed concern over the increasing trend of non-proficient Hausa speakers advertising products in the Hausa language in a manner that distorts the message and deviates from standard Hausa.

The Commissioner made this statement while receiving a delegation from the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) in his office.

He emphasized the need for advertisements in Hausa to be crafted by native speakers to ensure clarity and effective communication with the target audience.

“For an advert to be well understood, it is crucial that native Hausa speakers handle its production to prevent distortion and misinterpretation,” Comrade Waiya stressed.

Waiya reiterated his commitment to strengthening the capacity of Information Officers in the state by ensuring their registration with relevant professional bodies. This, he noted, would enhance their effectiveness and service delivery.

Earlier, the Director, Northern Region, ARCON, described the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria as the apex regulatory body overseeing advertising, marketing communications, and public communication practices in Nigeria.

He explained that ARCON operates under the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation with a mandate to promote ethical advertising, act as the conscience of society in commercial communications, and protect consumer interests.

The Director commended the Kano State Government for its support of ARCON and urged the ministry to ensure that all Information Officers in the state are registered members of the council. He emphasized that such membership would significantly benefit the officers in carrying out their duties professionally.

 

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Nigeria Commended for Attracting Diaspora Funds for National Development

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The Nigerian government has been commended for its efforts in attracting diaspora funds for investment and economic advancement, contributing to the overall development of the nation. This commendation was made by Mr. Byron Isi, a frontline community service volunteer and technical adviser to the Senior Special Assistant on Industrial Training and Development, during a sensitization and advocacy program held in Kano.

Speaking at the event, which focused on promoting diaspora investment potentials in Northwestern Nigeria, Isi emphasized the importance of leveraging the technical expertise of diaspora Nigerians. “Technical expertise of diaspora Nigerians should be the target of in-country programs towards attracting world-class technical experts in the migrants’ international labor force to support the nation’s industrial training and development landscape required to drive the industrialization and advancement of the nation,” Isi stated.

Isi expressed satisfaction with the significant strides made by the commission under the leadership of Hon. Abike Dabiri Erewa. He praised the commission’s efforts in garnering support from relevant stakeholders to achieve its objectives, aligning with the renewed hopes of President Bola Ahmad Tinubu’s administration. The summit, which brought together public and private sectors from the six states of the Northwest geopolitical zone, was part of the commission’s sensitization and advocacy policy initiative.

The event featured an interactive session and panel discussions, making the sensitization program highly productive. Participants engaged in meaningful dialogue about the potential for diaspora investment and its impact on Nigeria’s economic growth.

In a statement signed by Uba Abdullahi said the successful summit highlighted the government’s commitment to attracting diaspora funds and expertise to foster national development. The collaborative efforts between various stakeholders are expected to pave the way for future initiatives and partnerships that will further enhance Nigeria’s economic landscape.

 

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House Committee Receives 31 State Creation Proposals

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The House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution announced on Thursday that it has received 31 proposals for the creation of new states across the six geopolitical zones.

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu read a letter from the committee during plenary, outlining the conditions that must be met before any state creation requests can be approved.

According to the letter, the proposals include five from the North Central, four from the North East, five from the North West, five from the South East, four from the South South, and seven from the South West.

Among the states being considered are Okun, Okura, and Confluence (Kogi); Benue Ala and Apa (Benue); FCT State; Amana (Adamawa); Katagum (Bauchi); Savannah (Borno); and Muri (Taraba).

The states also include New Kaduna state and Gujarat states from Kaduna state; Tiga and Ari from Kano, and Kainji from Kebbi state; Etiti and Orashi as the 6th state in the South East, Adada from Enugu, Orlu abd Aba from. The South East.

They also include Ogoja from Cross River, Warri from Delta, Ori and Obolo from Rivers; Torumbe from Ondo, Ibadan from Oyo, Lagoon from Lagos, and Ogun, Ijebu from Ogun, Oke Ogun/Ijesha from Oyo/Ogun/Osun states

According to the letters, section 8 of the 1999 Constitution as amended outlines specific requirements that must be fulfilled to initiate the process of state creation.

The letter said “a request to the National Assembly for the purpose of creating a new state shall only be passed if a request supported by at least the third majority of members of the Senate and the House of Representatives and the House of Assembly in respect of the area, and the Local Government Council in respect of the area, is received by the National Assembly.

Local Government Advocates for the creation of additional local government areas are only reminded that Section 8 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as amended, applies to this process.

“Specifically, in accordance with Section 8.3 of the Constitution, the outcome of the votes of the State Houses of Assembly in the referendum must be forwarded to the National Assembly for fulfillment of state demands.

“Proposals shall be resubmitted in strict adherence to the stipulations. Submit three hard copies of the full proposal of the memoranda to the Secretariat of the Committee at Room H331, House of Representatives, White House, National Assembly Complex, and Abuja.

Sub-copies must also be sent electronically to the Committee’s email address at info.hccr.gov.nj.

“The Committee remains committed to supporting the implementing efforts that align with the Constitutional provisions and would only consider proposals that comply with the stipulated guidelines.”

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