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My Election As Chairman Conference Of Speakers a Clarion Call To Serve My Country —-Speaker Suleiman

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The newly elected Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of States Legislatures of Nigeria Rt. Hon. Abubakar Y Suleiman has said that he considered his election as Chairman as a clarion call to the service of his dear Country which he said he is always ready and willing to answer.

He made the statement while delivering his acceptance Speech shortly after his election and subsequent inauguration as Chairman of the Conference in Abuja on Friday.

He thanked his Rt. Honourable Colleagues for the confidence reposed in him and for the great responsibility that is entrusted on him.

Speaker Abubakar Suleiman vowed that he will make sure all State House of Assemblies are digitalized in order to keep up with international best practice.

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The Chairman who explained that when he held sway as Northeast Zonal Chairman of the Conference he liaised with some Federal Government’s Ministries, Departments and Agencies with a view to digitalizing the State Assemblies pledges to to widen the horizon by putting modalities to digitalize State Assemblies that are yet to be digitalized so that all their proceedings and votes will be electronic.

While commending President Muhammadu Buhari for signing Executive Order 10 which grants financial autonomy to States’ legislature and judiciary which he said will deepen democracy and strengthen all arms of government to deliver their mandate effectively

Rt. Hon. Abubakar Suleiman assured the Conference that the struggle for the implementation of the provisions of the Executive Order will be collectively sustained.

The Chairman added that: “As you are aware, the legislature is the backbone of democracy, thus, its sanctity and independence must be protected.

“I want to assure you that I will work with you to further strengthen State Legislatures so that we can meet the yearnings and aspirations of our various constituencies and deepen democracy in our country. ”

On the recent protests and vandalism by youths in some States of the Country and the increasing cases of rapes and other forms of violence against persons, the Chairman said he will make sure all State Legislatures come up with holistic approach to end youth restiveness and provide opportunities for youths to attain their full potentials through legislations and stakeholding.

He also vows to make sure all State Legislatures enact laws to prohibit violence against persons and use their constitutional power to ensure security agencies are operating within the confine of the law so as to protect the right of every citizen.

Rt. Hon. Abubakar Suleiman expressed his dismay over the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria FAAN’s exclusion of Speakers and members of State Assemblies from list of personalities that will be using Protocol Lounge in Federal Airports.

In Statement by Abdul Ahmad Burra the spokesperson to the newly elected Chairman said the Conference will write and engage the relevant authorities to ensure the anomaly is corrected.

 

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200,000 APC Members in Kano Dismiss Allegations Against Ministerial Nominee Yusuf Abdullah Atta as Baseless

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Over 200,000 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State have dismissed allegations of incompetence against the ministerial nominee, retired Hon. Yusuf Abdullah Atta, as baseless. Some APC members in Kano believe the allegations stem from personal grudges held by a few individuals who are not legitimate members of the party.

In a statement, Mustapha Gidan Magani, the secretary of APC Kwaciri Ward, on behalf of the entire executive committee of APC Fagge Local Government Area, rejected the allegations of anti-party activities during the 2023 general election. The executives argued that those intending to submit a petition to the Senate, claiming to represent 50,000 APC members, have no legal standing to make such claims.

The APC executives from Fagge Local Government Area are prepared to counter the petition, asserting that it will have little impact on the confirmation of Atta as Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development. They expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for nominating Atta, highlighting his administrative skills and dedication to serving humanity.

 

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PDP Youth Activist Calls for Suspension of Shekarau, Bello Hayatu from the party

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Salisu Usman Karaskabuli, a youth activist of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano, has called for the immediate suspension of several high-ranking party members, including former governor Ibrahim Shekarau, Bello Hayatu Gwarzo, and Yahaya Bagobiri.

He accused them of sabotaging the party’s efforts in the state and hindering PDP’s progress in the region.

Addressing journalists in Kano, Salisu Karaskabuli alleged that Shekarau has engaged in anti-party activities during the 2023 governorship election.
“Despite being a PDP leader, the majority of his supporters backed the APC candidate,” Salisu Karaskabuli said.
He further claimed that Shekarau is already mobilizing his supporters to work for Senator Barau’s governorship ambitions in 2027, signaling ongoing disloyalty.

Salisu Karaskabuli also blamed the PDP National Vice Chairman for the Northwest Bello Hayatu Gwarzo for failing to unite the party across the region.
He noted that prominent PDP members, such as former governors Ibrahim Shema of Katsina and Ramalan Yero of Kaduna, had defected to other parties due to Gwarzo’s ineffective leadership.
Concerning the recent PDP congress in Kano, Usman expressed frustration, rejecting the outcomes of the ward, local government, and state congresses.
He accused the leadership of the party for partisan zoning and disqualifying candidates without valid reasons.

Further accusations were leveled at Yahaya Bagobiri, the chairman of PDP elders in Kano.
Salisu Usman claimed that Bagobiri had leaked sensitive party information to the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) leader Rabiu Kwankwaso.

Usman Karaskabuli called on the national leadership of the PDP to investigate the accused members and, if found guilty, take appropriate disciplinary action.

The accusations come at a time when the PDP in Kano and the wider Northwest is grappling with internal divisions, which some fear could weaken the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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APC Youth Activist Urges President Tinubu to Appoint Murtala Sule Garo as Minister

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Sadiq Ali Sango, a prominent youth activist of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider appointing Murtala Sule Garo as a minister in the forthcoming cabinet reshuffle.
Sango made this known in a statement released to journalists in Kano.

The Federal Government recently announced that President Tinubu would soon reshuffle his cabinet, sparking widespread speculation over potential new appointees.
Sango expressed optimism that Garo, a grassroots politician with a proven track record, would be a fitting choice for a ministerial position.

“Murtala Sule Garo is not only a politician but a true son of the soil, with immense contributions to the APC in Kano,” Sango stated.
“His service as the APC’s deputy gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 election and his unwavering commitment to the party despite not having the reins of government in Kano makes him the ideal candidate for Tinubu’s cabinet.”

Sango further highlighted Garo’s role in holding the party together during difficult times, describing him as the “supporting pillar” of the APC in Kano.
“He has carried the party on his shoulders, providing support to party leaders and members alike,” he added.

With the APC no longer in control of Kano State’s government, Garo’s influence at the grassroots level has been pivotal for the party’s continued strength in the region.
According to Sango, Garo’s appointment would reinforce the party’s position in Kano and contribute to the success of President Tinubu’s administration.

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The call for Murtala Sule Garo’s inclusion in the Federal Executive Council comes amid growing anticipation regarding the composition of the new cabinet and the need for strong political figures to represent Kano at the national level.

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