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Queen of England Hails Gov Ganduje’s Investment in Education-Abba Anwar
Queen of England commends Governor Ganduje’s Giant Strides in Education.
Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of Kano state distributes the sum of N880,922,432,38k to Community Promotion Council (CPC) from the 44 local governments for the rehabilitation of primary schools within a period of three weeks.
Assuring that his administration would continue to finance education being the bedrock for societal development, emphasizing that, “It is because of the importance we attach to this sector that our budgetary provision for education is over 26 percent.”
He made the disclosure during the presentation exercise of N20 Million to branches of Community Promotion Council across the 44 local governments for the renovation of some selected primary schools across the state, held at Sani Abacha Indoor Stadium, Kofar Mata, Sunday.
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“We have the political will, we are doing our best in financing our education sector, and also community participation is prioritized as well.
Our budgetary allocation is over 26 percent, we use 5 percent of our internally generated revenue and 5 percent of our local government statutory allocation.
All to the basket of Education Trust Fund. We also use 2 percent of our contracts in the state. All to the basket. We are committing these to have quality education. Education development is a must for the overall development of our state. There are federal statutory funds and other grants from development partners,” he emphasized.
Governor Ganduje said “We are providing a total sum of N880,922,432.38k for the execution of various rehabilitation works of our Community Promotion Council across all the 44 local governments.
The Bill of Quantity is included. So that no time would be wasted. They are given a period of 3 weeks to accomplish it.”
Governor Ganduje and Dignitaries during Distribution
Also acknowledging the commitment of governor Ganduje in the area of education development, the Queen of England commends the effort, describing the commitment as encouraging and commendable.
Relaying the commendation on behalf of the Queen of England , the representative of the Department for International Development (DFID), Nafisa Ado, said “Kano is really doing well in protecting the rights of children with her free and compulsory primary and secondary education policy.”
Adding that “On behalf of Her Majesty, the Queen of England, we are commending Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje for investing rightly in education. We will consistently partner with the state government in this direction.
While we strengthen the capacity of our communities through our education and governance programs, we shall maintain our support to the state.”and the Queen of England will continue its support
She hinted to the governor, “From 31st August the name DFID will be replaced by FCDO. That is the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office.”
Among the dignitaries that graced the occasion were the Emirs of Bichi and Rano, while Emirs of Gaya, Kano, and Karaye sent representatives.
Emir of Bichi who spoke on behalf of other Emirs called on the people to support the government’s policies for the development of the state.”
Commissioners of Education and Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Muhammad Sunusi Kiru, and Murtala Sule Garo assured that Kano state government would continue to prioritize education at all levels, with community participation at its best.
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Dangote Cement places premium on Community engagement, sustainability in Host communities
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
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
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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