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Pest Control Pivotal TO Agricultural Development ,says Ganduje

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Governor of Kano State, Dr.Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has stated that control of migratory pests that attack and destroy cereals particularly rice,millet and wheat is meant to prevent loss of the crops.

According to him, the measure is in line with the Federal and State Government policy of Agricultural transformation aimed at boosting production for food security and economic stability.

The Governor represented by his Deputy Dr.Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna made the statement monday, while flagging-up the National trans-boundary aerial pest control exercise held at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport,Kano.

“Control of Quelea birds results in increase in yield of many crops per hectare and quantity of various agricultural produce we export as well as ensure safer and higher productivity says Ganduje”.

While appreciating the effort of the Federal Government for conducting aerial operation against the migratory birds in 8 local governments of the State namely:Bagwai,Bebeji,Bunkure,Garun Mallam,Kura,Makoda,Rano and Warawa in recent years, however the Governor advised the Federal Ministry Of Agriculture and Rural Development to provide nets to the farmers,destroy roosting sites and ensure use of resistant varieties of the affected crops.

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In his remarks,the Minister Of Agriculture and Rural Development Alhaji Sabo Nanono explained that the 2020 Dry season control of migratory pests is commencing in 12 frontline states due to the threat the cereal production is facing over the years.

“Due to the destructive effects of these pests especially on cereal crops, the Federal Government through the Federal Ministry Of Agriculture and Rural Development has been inundated with requests by State Governments to carry out speedly targeted aerial and ground control operation against the pests in order to salvage the expected rice bumper harvest Nanono said”.

He maintained that the President Buhari administration has initiated many interventions in the Agriculture sector especially in the current COVID-19 pandemic that is ravaging the world with the aim of mitigating the impact of the dreaded disease,create gainful employment and ensure socio-economic development.

“The Federal Ministry Of Agriculture and Rural Development has so far registered over 5 million farmers in the country country out of which over 500,000 are from Kano..the data gathered would help in proper documentation and ensure smooth running of agricultural activities the minister emphasised”.

He however acknowledgedthe tremendous contribution of Kano State Government to the development of agriculture adding that with cooperation among stakeholders all obstacles that will endanger food and nutritional security can be eliminated in the country.

In a statement by Deputy Governor’s Chief Press Secretary Hassan Musa Fagge said The Governor and the Minister later inspected the Flight demonstration of aerial pest control by AZMAN Group at the airport.

 

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Remi Tinubu Urges Unity for National Development

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The First Lady Remi Tinubu has said that all hands must be on deck to ensure the development of Nigeria.

The First Lady said this while visiting Enugu State to distribute professional kits to midwives in the state.

Speaking on harnessing and leveraging Nigeria’s diversity, Tinubu said it is important to build a safe and prosperous nations regardless of each other political affiliation.

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She also highlighted that traditional leaders are closer to the grassroots and the government on the other hand.

She appealed to the traditional leaders to align with her vision to promote the health and well-being of the people, especially women.

“As leaders, we are responsible to take care of all Nigeria, political affiliation notwithstanding.

“Nigeria is a beautiful country and no one should hinder anyone from visiting any part of the country to experience this. We pray our security will improve and Nigeria should get to that place of safety,” Tinubu said

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FRCN’s Ace Caster Yahaya Umar Passes On

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Ace Nigerian broadcaster, Yahaya Umar is dead. Umar is one of the most recognizable voices on the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) network.

He was a constant anchor of the widely  monitored 7am and 10pm network news on the FRCN.

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The news of the legendary renown broadcaster, Yahaya Umar Social have continued to generate reactions among some of his fans in Kaduna.

The broadcaster who is popularly called Umar Social was known for his unique voice and flare while handling the microphone.

Most lovers of Radio Nigeria Supreme FM Kaduna attest to the fact that Umar Social was a voice to reckon with in the 1900s as well as on Radio Nigeria Network Service.

 

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Senate To Move Presidential Inauguration Venue From Eagle Square To N’Assembly

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The Senate says it is considering a legislative move to institutionalise a presidential address every June 12, in recognition of the day’s historical significance.

This is just as it is also considering the change of venue of presidential inauguration to the National Assembly from the current Eagles Square venue.

The Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, disclosed this in an interview with reporters on Tuesday, stating that the Senate is hoping to prepare a bill to formalise the President’s speech to the nation on that date.

“We are hoping to bring a bill soon to institutionalise the President’s address on June 12 because of its historical importance.

“There can’t be a better time to address the nation through the parliament than on June 12, especially since it is a joint sitting of the National Assembly”, Bamidele said.

He further revealed that the proposed legislation would also seek to designate the National Assembly Complex as the venue for future presidential swearing-in ceremonies.

He added, “We are hoping, in that bill, to ensure that the swearing-in ceremony of the next President and Commander-in-Chief of Nigeria, whom we believe is President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will be held within the arcade of the National Assembly.”

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