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Journalists Lament Poor Sanitary Conditions in Kano Schools

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By Abdulgafar Oladimeji.

Journalists under the aegis of Kano Media Advocacy Group, KaMAG has decried the poor state of  conveniences in public schools, urging the state government to hurriedly address the menace.

KAMAG in a statement issued at the end of a one day media engagement organized by Partnership To Engage, Reform and Learn, PERL held at AHIP conference hall on Thursday called on the state government to heighten its investment in the renovation of public schools.

The statement signed by the chairperson, KaMAG, Bilkisu Ado Zango  said “Kano State needs to provide additional funds for the second batch of the renovation of more primary schools and the need to construct public conveniences in the schools during the renovations

“ research has shown that the state government has gone a long way in retaining enrollment in schools while there is need to ensure that funds for managing post primary schools are released timely at the beginning of each term rather than at the middle. “

“the Passage of the Free and Compulsory Basic and Post Basic Education Law in the state is a clear indication that the State Government is determined to ensure education for all and it has created an opportunity were the poorest of poor will be able to benefit from the wonderful initiative.

KaMAG  also charged governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje to  as a matter of urgency assent to the Amended Persons with Disability Prohibition Laws 2018, stressing that the appendage of assent to the law by the state governor   would invoke on  the   People with disabilities the  required sense of belonging.

“ they will be  carried along in the state in line with internati onal best practice of leaving no one behind.

“a landmark achievement was recorded by Governor Ganduje’s administration with the recent enrolment of 4,734 People with Disabilities into the Kano State vulnerable health care scheme of the Kano State Contributory Health Care Management Agency.

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“This has clearly shown that the state Government is true to it’s words towards ensuring inclusion and policy of leaving no one behind.” KaMAG stated.

 

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President Tinubu Promotes Acting Chief Of Army staff To Lieutenant General

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President Bola Tinubu has officially promoted Olufemi Oluyede, the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS), to the rank of Lieutenant General.

This announcement, confirmed by sources at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday, has sparked speculation regarding a potential future appointment as the permanent head of the army.

Oluyede, who was previously a Major General, stepped into the role of acting army chief following the illness of former Army Chief Taoreed Lagbaja.

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NIGERIAN TRACKER learned that since the return to civilian rule in 1999, the tradition is that the Chief of Army Staff wears the rank of a three-star general, while the Chief of Defence Staff wears the rank of a four-star general from whichever section of the armed forces he comes from.

The second Army General to wear the rank of a four-star General who did not also serve as Head of State was General Alexander Ogomudia in 2003 when he was promoted by Former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

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Sultan of Sokoto Urges Nigerians to Stop Criticizing Leaders and Allow God to Deal With Them

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Sultan Muhammad Saad Abubakar

 

Nigerians have been urged to desist from castigating their leaders and all those in authority.

This call was made to Nigerians by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III on Monday at the the Regional Conference on Climate Change-Induced Conflicts in Northern Nigeria hosted in Kaduna.

According to the Sultan, it is important that Nigerians rather than insult their leaders, they should allow God to really with them.

He also urgee Nigerians to contibue praying for their keaders and tne nation as a whole.

He further called on religious leadera accros Nigeria to quit misleadinh members of ghwir congregation.

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“A lot of people say we have never had it so bad, but no matter how difficult it is, ease will come. We believe nothing lasts forever.

“Nothing bad and nothing good lasts forever. Let us intensify prayers in our congregations and encourage our followers to pray for our leaders.

“We will not castigate them; we will allow Almighty Allah to deal with them as He wishes and He will,” the Sultan notes.

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Arewa APC Merger Group Hails President Tinubu for Release of Detained minors

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The Arewa APC Merger Group has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his swift and compassionate response in ordering the release of detained minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests.

In a statement signed by National Coordinator Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa in Abuja, the group expressed gratitude for the President’s decisive action, which has brought renewed hope to many Nigerians.

The group commended President Tinubu for showing strong leadership on the issue, noting that his actions demonstrate a commitment to justice and the well-being of Nigeria’s youth.

They emphasized that this move reassures citizens of the President’s dedication to fairness and the protection of human rights under his administration.

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The release order from President Tinubu came after the Arewa APC Merger Group took substantial steps to advocate for the detained children.

In response to reports of mistreatment, including allegations of malnutrition and poor conditions, the group provided essential food and support to the minors both at the Federal High Court in Abuja and while in custody.

This effort underscored the group’s commitment to the welfare of young Nigerians and their resolve to seek justice.

Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa stated that the group is encouraged by the President’s response and considers it a positive signal of his administration’s commitment to addressing national issues with compassion and responsibility.

The Arewa APC Merger Group remains hopeful that this action will set a precedent for prioritizing the rights and well-being of Nigeria’s youth across the country.

President Tinubu’s decision to release the children reflects his administration’s acknowledgment of the calls from various stakeholders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of young Nigerians.

The Arewa APC Merger Group expressed their appreciation for this significant step, which they believe will strengthen public confidence in the government’s dedication to the rights of all citizens.

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