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Bauchi Speaker Bags Federal Ministry Of Women Affairs’ 2020 Award

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The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly Abubakar Y Suleiman has bagged the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs’ 2020 ‘HeforShe’ award of excellence.

Presenting the award to the Speaker during the 20th Anniversary of the UNCR-1325 on Women, Peace and Security organized by the Ministry in partnership with the Defence Headquarters and UN Women at NAF Conference Hall, Abuja, the Minister of Women Affairs Mrs Pauline Tallen congratulated the Speaker for winning the distinguished award which is given to individuals who excelled in bettering the life of womenfolks in the country.

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According to the Minister, Abubakar Y Suleiman has excelled in ensuring the wellbeing of women and children in the country, mentioning particularly his many initiatives to empower women and his sponsorship of the Violence Against Persons Prohibition Bill which was subsequently passed into law by the Bauchi State Assembly and assented by the Executive Governor of Bauchi State Senator Bala Abdulkadir Muhammad as some of the giant strides of the Speaker to enhance the lives of women and children.

Mrs Pauline Tallen recalled how she went to the Bauchi State House of Assembly to convey her appreciation and that of President Muhammadu Buhari to the Speaker and Honourable Members for passing the VAPP law in which the Speaker recalled House Members from recess to honour her, saying she was overwhelmed by the gesture and felt so much honoured.

“Once again I commend you and all members of the Bauchi State House of Assembly for enacting the VAPP law and for the honour you have done to me when I visited you.” She said.

In his remarks, the Speaker expressed his appreciation for the recognition of what he described as his little contribution towards the betterment of womenfolk and children.

He thanked the organizers; the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, United Nations Women and Defence Headquarters and assured them and women of Nigeria that he will continue to dedicate himself for them and other vulnerable members of the society.

Abubakar Y Suleiman who is also the Chairman Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures said he dedicated the award to all honourable members of the Bauchi State House of Assembly.

In a statement by Abdul Ahmad Burra said during the event, an award of excellence was also given to the Executive Governor of Bauchi State Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammad for his policies and programmes to better the life of women and children, which the Speaker received on his behalf.

 

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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.

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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.

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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.”

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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.

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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