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HYPPADEC Commission takes off Soon – FG

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has set all machinery in motion to assiduously ensure the swift take-off of the Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (HYPPADEC) with a view to addressing the perennial challenge of flooding and manage other ecological menace ravaging the people in the areas.

 

Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN made this known in Argungu while paying a sympathy visit to the people of Kebbi State that were recently affected by the flood.

 

This is contained in a statement issued by Dr. Umar Jibrilu Gwandu, Special Assistant on Media and Public Relations, Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice which was made available to newsmen.

 

According to the Minister, in the recent past Kebbi, Kwara, Kogi, Niger, Plateau, and similar states of the federation have been experiencing annual flooding of the River Niger and its tributaries of the three hydroelectricity dams in Kainji, Jebba, and Shiroro resulting to unquantifiable afflictions including loss of lives, property, agricultural produce, land degradation,  shelters, farms, and environments.

 

According to the Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (Establishment, Etc,) Act, 2010 (No. 87 of 2010), the Commission shall, among other things:

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(a) formulate policies and guidelines for the development of hydroelectric power producing areas;

(b) carry out a survey of hydroelectric power producing areas in order to ascertain measures which are necessary to promote its physical development;

(c) prepare schemes designed to promote the physical developments of the hydroelectric power producing areas:

(d) implement all measures approved for the   development of hydroelectric power producing areas by the Federal Government; and

(e) tackle ecological problems that arise from overloading of dams in the hydroelectric power producing areas and advise Federal and State

Governments on the prevention and control of floods and environmental hazards.

 

Malami who sympathized with the people, the emir, and the emirates over the incident, prayed for Allah’s intervention against the reoccurrence of such experience.

 

The Minister, in collaboration with his two non-governmental organizations, handed over a cash denotation of one point five million naira and one million naira to Argungu and Augie communities respectively, and promised that his two Non-Governmental Organizations of Kadi Malami Foundation and Khadimiyya for Justice and Development will directly reach out to the affected communities and offer them humanitarian support and assistance

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Breaking:Government Declares Public Holiday

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FG has declared Wednesday 25th, Thursday 26th December 2024, and Wednesday 1st January, 2025 as public holidays.

 

This declaration was made on Monday morning by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the federal government.

In his statement, Tunji-Ojo extended warm festive greetings to all Nigerians and encouraged them to embrace the spirit of love, peace, and unity that the season embodies.

The minister, through a statement signed by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, highlighted the importance of the festive season as an opportunity to strengthen bonds within families and communities while fostering harmony across the nation.

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The Minister also felicitated with Christians and all Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora on the occasion.

Dr Tunji-Ojo enjoined Christians to emulate the life of Jesus Christ in his practice and teachings of humility, service, compassion, and patience.

He stressed that peace and security are critical prerequisites for economic development and prosperity.

The minister assured that the federal government, under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, will continue to put in place effective measures for the security of lives and property.

He urged Nigerians to be security-conscious, and report any suspicious persons or activities to the nearest security agencies.

Tunji-Ojo noted that the Yuletide season calls for discipline to protect the lives and property of everyone in their respective communities and the nation as a whole.

The Minister urged all citizens to remain focused that the year 2025 will be a better year with the Renewed Hope agenda of the President.

“The Christmas season is a good moment for both spiritual reflection and national renewal. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, let us demonstrate kindness and extend goodwill to one another, irrespective of our differences,” he stated.

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Former Defence Minister General Abbe Passes On At 75

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Former Military Governor of Rivers and Akwa Ibom States, Major General Godwin Osagie Abbe, has passed away. He was 75.

Abbe served as the Military Governor of both Akwa Ibom State from 1988 to 1990, and River State from 1990 to 1992. He also held the position of Minister of Interior under President Umaru Yar’Adua’s administration where he was later redeployed to the ministry of defence

He died in Abuja on Saturday after a long illness.

His academic achievements include a Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations from Obafemi Awolowo University and attendance at the United States Army Infantry School, the Ghana Armed Forces Staff College, and the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies.

He rose through the ranks to become the General Officer Commanding of the 2 Division of the Nigerian Army, and commanded both the Training and Doctrine Command and the National War College.

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Abbe retired in 1999 at the rank of Major General and subsequently joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

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World Bank Project in Kano Trains 1,000 Healthcare Personnel to Combat Malnutrition

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Dr Umar Yahuza

 

Dr. Umar Yahuza, the Project Coordinator for the World Bank-assisted initiative in Kano, known as Accelerating Nutrition Results in Nigeria (ANRiN), has announced the training of 1,000 healthcare personnel in a bid to provide preventive nutrition services to pregnant and lactating mothers.

During a workshop held for the training of healthcare workers, Dr. Yahuza addressed newsmen, highlighting the significance of the ANRiN project, which is funded by the World Bank. He explained that the project aims to change behavior from the grassroots and reverse the negative trends of malnutrition.

Kano State has made significant progress in reducing severe stunting by 9 percent, a notable achievement that underscores the need for continued improvement. Dr. Yahuza emphasized that the N774 being used to train frontline healthcare workers was initially unstructured.

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The journey began with MYCN facilitators in Kano and Lagos, followed by the training of a critical mass of facilitators. Subsequently, 120 healthcare professionals from various health facilities in Kano, including medical doctors and dieticians, were trained.

Currently, training is underway for 484 apex healthcare facilities in Kano. The training is being conducted at eight different points, with 60 healthcare workers being trained at each location, totaling 1,000 trained healthcare personnel under the MYCN initiative.

Dr. Yahuza expressed optimism about seeing an end to malnutrition in the region. He stated, “We are near to seeing an end to malnutrition. We are not late.”

One of the beneficiaries, Rahinatu Ado Ibrahim, shared her experience, saying, “We received capacity building, and there are available resources.”

The ANRiN project is designed to provide comprehensive support to healthcare workers, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to address malnutrition effectively. With continued efforts and collaboration, the project aims to improve the overall health and well-being of the population in Kano State.

 

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