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Group passes vote of confidence on Governor mutfwang

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By Asile Abel, jos

A Group under the auspices of Plateau Support Network has passed a vote of confidence on Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State.

The position of the Group was made known on during a press briefing on solidarity walk in support of the governor.

Reading the text, the convener of Plateau Support Network, Comrade Shokshak Shikse stated the decision to pass a vote of confidence became imperative taking into account that Governor Mutfwang in justifying the mandate given to him, and being cognizant of the dreams, hopes and aspirations of his people immediately swung to the onerous action of governance.

“Within months after his inauguration, his administration through the agency God’s will and the support and partnership of relevant bodies, made tangible progress in providing security, roads and amenities, human capital development among other developmental strides”.

The Group whose members cut across the 17 local government areas of Plateau noted that Mutfwang’s passion for fostering unity and peaceful coexistence among various demographics in the state has equally not been unnoticed by all.

“Indeed, the people of Plateau have, within a short space of time witnessed the dividends of exemplary leadership, a quality which the state has been looking forward to see for many years.

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“These, and much more are the reasons the PLATEAU SUPPORT NETWORK and indeed responsible citizens of the state have gathered here to express our unequivocal, unalloyed and resounding support and vote of confidence for His Excellency, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang and “THE TIME IS NOW” administration, through this solidarity walk.

“We believe that the works of faithful public servants of his ilk leave legacies that will positively affect the lives of generations yet unborn, as is evident the civilizations of history.

“Patriots who live and work through the empowerment of moral rectitude and an acute sense of service leave the hallmarks of joy and peace in the lives of the people, who have reposed their trust in them. This, is the consistent path of this administration, as is evident for all to see”.

The Group however observed with disenchantment recent events at the Appeal Court which it said has left a lot to be desired adding that the popular will of the peace loving people of Plateau State as expressed at the polls on the 18th day of March 2023 is under a looming threat.

“We only ask that the courts recognize and respect the mandate given by the people to this administration, and strictly adhere to the provisions of the constitution regarding the process of its judgments at the petitions tribunal”

Plateau Support Network further stated that it had faith in the hallowed chambers of the Judiciary of the Federal Republic of Nigeria believing that her worthy Judges will execute temperance and an unwavering sense of justice while hearing and judging the elections petition case at the supreme court, God helping them.

“The people of Plateau State will hold on to their witness of our dear state rising out of the ashes of gross mal-governance, and our strong faith in the action administration of His Excellency, Governor Caleb Mutfwang, to the glory of God”, the Group said.

Other members of the Group, Umar Yanis and Hajiya Nasifatu Sale Yakubu who also spoke to journalists said that it became necessary to abandoned other engagement for the solidarity walk to demonstrate their total and unalloyed support to the “Time Is Now”administration.

“Over the years, we have been yearning for peace in Plateau State and God answered our prayers and gave us Barr. Caleb Mutfwang as governor.

“He is a man of peace and has been pursuing peaceful ventures ever since he came into office. He does not discriminates or segregates. He loves Muslims and Christians and aethiests.

“He has also demonstrated his desire, willingness and commitment to transform Plateau State as envident in the projects he has embarked on. What else does a poor man wants

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Governor Yusuf Approves 200 Riyals Support, Ihram for Each Kano Pilgrim

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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a cash support of 200 Saudi Riyals and Ihram to each intending pilgrim from the state for the 2026 hajj exercise.

 

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, represented by his Deputy, Murtala Sule Garo, disclosed this on Sunday during the launch of the practical demonstration session organised by the Kano State pilgrims Welfare Board for prospective pilgrims in Kano.

 

Speaking at the event, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo explained that the exercise was organized to educate, inform, spiritually prepare the intending pilgrims for the Hajj rites from Ihram to Tawaf, from Sa’i to Arafat, from Muzdalifah to Mina and the symbolic stoning of the Jamarat.

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He stated that the administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf remains committed to the welfare and well-being of all the pilgrims from the state.

 

Garo said, “This demonstration is a vital aspect of Hajj preparation. Hajj is not merely a journey of travel; it is a sacred act of worship that requires adequate knowledge, discipline, patience and sincere devotion to Allah.”

 

Garo further conveyed the Governor’s goodwill gesture to the pilgrims.

 

He added, “I also wish to give the good tidings to our pilgrims that the Kano State Government has approved the sum of 200 Saudi Riyals and Ihram to each and every intending pilgrim as a compliment from His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.”

 

The Deputy Governor also revealed that the administration has secured conducive accommodation arrangements to ensure the comfort and convenience of the pilgrims throughout their stay in Saudi Arabia.

 

According to him, the state government has equally deployed well-trained medical personnel to complement healthcare services provided by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), saying qualified Islamic scholars have also been selected to provide spiritual guidance during the exercise.

 

He urged the intending pilgrims to be worthy ambassadors of Kano State and Nigeria by obeying the laws of Saudi Arabia and conducting themselves with discipline, humility, and responsibility throughout the pilgrimage.

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6 Kano Central Senatorial Aspirants Withdraw for Senator Ibrahim Shekarau

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Six Kano Central senatorial aspirants have withdrawn for Senator Ibrahim Shekarau in the forthcoming 2027 general election.

One of the senatorial aspirants and a former Kano State Head of Service, Alhaji Usman Bala Muhammad, stated this while addressing journalists at Aminu Kano House in Abuja.

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Those that Withdraw for Malam Ibrahim Shekarau are Dr Muhammad Zango,Alhaji Danyaro Yakasai,Usman Bala Muhammad ,Shaaban Ibrahim Sharada and Shehu Isah Direba.

 

The aspirants have already purchased their nominations forms and submitted to APC secretariat before they were called for a consensus by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

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Obi Thunders at NDC Convention: ‘Rethink Now, Tyrants! Nigerians Will Reclaim Power in 2027!

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

 

 

The presidential hopeful of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi, vowed today at the party’s national convention in Abuja to reclaim power from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) with the support of Nigerians.

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In his words: “To the beneficiaries of democracy who have now turned themselves into agents of destruction, depriving Nigerians of the democracy they enjoy—who think we will not have a free and fair election in 2027—let them rethink now, because we are going to have a free, fair, and credible election.”

 

The party’s convention today officially unveiled the NDC as the country’s second most vibrant opposition platform ahead of the 2027 general elections.

 

With both Mr. Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso in the NDC, and Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, and Hayatu-Deen in the ADC, the political atmosphere is set for a power play in 2027.

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