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Speaker Lauds BACYWORD For Promoting Entrepreneurship In Bauchi

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Speaker Abubakar Y Suleiman Handing Over the Certificate

 

 

Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly has lauded the initiatives and interventions of Bauchi State Commission for Youth and Women Rehabilitation and Development (BACYWORD) in promoting entrepreneurship in Bauchi State.

 

He was speaking during the closing ceremony of a 5-day training for participants under AGSMEIS/NIRSAL loan and entrepreneurship scheme organized by the Commission in Bauchi on Friday.

 

The Speaker, who described entrepreneurship as the most viable way to boost the economy of the State, lamented that people lack capital and funding to start-up businesses or improve existing ones.

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“This AGSMEIS/NIRSAL loan and entrepreneurship will definitely help many people in Bauchi State to create and improve businesses and occupations.

 

” I hope that the participants will make use of what they learnt here so as to enhance their businesses, mentor and train others so as to help in reviving the economy of the State.

 

“I so much cherish entrepreneurship and I have been assisting and providing support to engage in it even before I join politics because this is the most effective way to help the well being of people,” The Speaker said.

 

The Speaker who distributed certificates of participation to the participants urged them not to misuse the loan when accessed by making spendings on non-profitable ventures because the loan is meant for entrepreneurship and is not free as erroneously perceived in some quarters.

 

Rt. Hon. Abubakar Suleiman stressed the need for economic diversification by all and sundry in the State due to the fact that the Government cannot provide everything.

 

He commended Governor Bala Mohammad for supporting the initiative and many economic revival policies in Bauchi State which he described as unprecedented.

 

Speaker Abubakar Suleiman urged the Chairman of the Commission maintain the tempo of helping Governor Bala Mohammad in achieving his economic goals pledging that Bauchi State House of Assembly we remain supportive to the initiatives of the Commission and the Executive Arm of Government in salvaging the economic situation of the State.

 

Speaking earlier, the Chairman of the Commission Alhaji Tanko Yusuf Dutse told the Speaker that the entrepreneurship support programme is an effort by CBN aimed at addressing the worrisome phenomenon of unemployment in Nigeria by building the capacity of the youths/women and funding their business ideas.

Participants during the Training

Participants during the Training

According to him, the programme is aimed at equipping many people with the requisite skills and knowledge to be self-employed by starting and managing their own businesses and participants ware drawn from talented aspiring entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and above, with innovative ideas.

 

He thanked the Speaker for honouring the event and the support of Bauchi State House of Assembly to the Commission and to Governor Bala Mohammad.

 

 

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Dangote Cement places premium on Community engagement, sustainability in Host communities

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Alhaji Aliko Dangote

Dangote Cement Plc, is prioritizing  community engagement, empowerment, and environmental stewardship to sustain its upward trajectory,

The cement manufacturing firm said it believed that true progress is measured not only by economic prosperity but also by the holistic development of all stakeholders.

The Plant Director of Dangote Cement Plc Obajana, Mr. Azad Nawabuddin, who disclosed this during a media chat in Obajana, said that the relationship between Dangote Cement and its host communities and other stakeholders transcends transactional exchanges as it is built on a foundation of trust, mutual respect, and shared aspirations.

“The communities in which we operate are not just beneficiaries; they are our partners in progress,” he affirmed.

While reaffirming the company’s commitment to its host communities, Nawabuddin, who recently moved from the Ibese plant, emphasized that the company would collaborate with key stakeholders in Obajana to implement impactful projects.

He said crucial to the vision is the empowerment of residents through skills development and capacity-building initiatives. “We recognize the importance of equipping community members with the requisite skills to thrive in today’s competitive landscape,” Nawabuddin asserted.

The Dangote Cement boss said this will enhance employability and foster entrepreneurship among youth and women in the host communities.

With a steadfast commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainable development, Nawabuddin outlined initiatives to strengthen the bond between Dangote Cement and the communities. He emphasized that the company views its host communities as partners.

“In terms of community engagement, we will hold meetings to explore avenues for supporting them, including opportunities for businesses and contracts. The communities are integral partners for us. Through dialogue with them, we aim to execute significant projects that will bring them lasting benefits,” he stated.

Nawabuddin also stressed the importance of environmental stewardship and sustainable practices in Dangote Cement’s operations. “We are custodians of the environment, and it is our duty to ensure that our activities leave a positive impact on the ecosystem,” he added.

Nawabuddin explained that in addition to socio-economic development is the importance of addressing security concerns in the host communities. He said through collaborative efforts with law enforcement agencies and community-based initiatives, security risks will be mitigated, and the well-being of residents will be upheld.

“We are working closely with local authorities and community leaders to enhance security measures and create a safe and conducive environment for all,” he added.

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Kano-Kaduna-Abuja Passengers Spent Night In Kaduna Due to Traffic Jam

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Some passengers traveling from Abuja to Kano found themselves stranded in Gwanin Gora town, Kaduna State, due to a traffic jam.

An eyewitness and passenger, Dr. Lado Bala, informed NIGERIAN TRACKER that they had been stranded since 3 AM with no indication of movement.

Regarding the cause of the traffic jam, Dr. Bala mentioned that it may be attributed to an unknown accident that occurred further down the road.

As of the time of reporting, no security agency had responded to clear the jam.

The Kano-Abuja-Kaduna Express is a major Nigerian road that links Northern and Southern Nigeria.

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Nigeria Tracker Congratulates Sarkin Bai Mansur Mukhtar On Wedding of His Daughter Amina

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The wedding ceremony

 

The management of Nigeria Tracker Communications, publishers of Nigerian Tracker online newspaper, has extended its congratulatory message to the family of Nigeria’s former Minister of Finance and Vice President of the Islamic Development Bank ,Dr Mansur Mukhtar on the wedding of his daughter, Amina Mansur Mukhtar.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Editor-in-Chief and CEO of the leading online newspaper, Abbas Yushau Yusuf.

The wedding fatiha and solemnization which took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, had in attendance family, friends, and well-wishers, with a dowry of $1000.

On behalf of the board of directors of Nigeria Tracker Communications, we wish the couple a happy married life and Allah’s blessings, and success to the entire Sarkin Bai of Kano’s family, Dr. Mansur Mukhtar.

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