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Jigawa Governor Appoints VC for Jigawa Varsity

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Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi has approved the appointment of Professor Muhammad Ibrahim Yakasai as the new Vice-Chancellor of Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa (SLU).

This information was conveyed in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Government of Jigawa State, Malam Bala Ibrahim.

The statement mentioned that the appointment of the new Vice-Chancellor followed recommendations from the Governing Council of the University, as stipulated by the law establishing the University.

Before his appointment, Professor Yakasai served as the Chairman of the Departmental Quality Assurance Committee at Bayero University, Kano, and holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology.

The new Vice-Chancellor has teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate levels, demonstrating significant quality supervision and valuable interdisciplinary collaboration.

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He boasts a strong track record of research, evident in the quality of his papers in peer-reviewed journals. Apart from his core area of education, he has researched strategies for human resource management in local government administration.
A former Dean of Post Graduate at Bayero University, Professor Yakasai has showcased academic leadership and contributed to community service.

He has previously held positions as Head of Department, Deputy Dean of the Student Affairs Department, and Dean of the Faculty of Education at the same institution.

Born in Garun Gabas, Malam Madori Local Government Area, in 1960, Professor Yakasai earned his first degree from Bayero University, Kano, graduating with a B.A. Ed (Education/History) in 1986. He further obtained an M.Ed. (Educational Psychology) in 1991 and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology in 2000 from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.

Joining the services of Bayero University, Kano in 1991, he ascended from lecturer to Dean before being appointed as Chairman of the Departmental Quality Assurance Committee at Bayero University, Kano in 2021.

He holds the title of Professor of Educational Psychology and is a member of the Nigeria Academy of Education and the Counseling Association of Nigeria.

The statement indicated that the appointment of the new Vice-Chancellor takes effect from 5th December 2023.

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Gov. Yusuf accuses opposition parties of fueling political crisis in Kano metropolis

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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf

 

 

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has accused actors in the opposition parties of fueling civic unrest and political instability in Kano.

Governor Yusuf pointed the accusing fingers while briefing journalists during the State Executive Council Meeting Wednesday, vowed to deploy drastic measures necessary to nip the resurgence of thuggery in the bud.

The Governor’s reaction follows the recent bloody crisis between some suspected political thugs who unleashed terror on another gang of politicians.

In a statement by Spokesperson of the Governor, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, Governor Yusuf revealed that intelligence brief abreast with after the state security council held Tuesday clearly exposed the atrocities of those sponsoring unrest in Kano.

According to the statement, the Governor posited the elements in the opposition, who are not comfortable with the steady development, peace and stability in the state, embedded to provoke needless crisis.

Gov. Yusuf however reassured determination of his administration to confront the challenges with equal force, insisted government would not henceforth, tolerate attempt by any elements to frustrate the enduring peace and tranquility in the state.

In the release, Governor Yusuf assured the resolution of the government to work with all the security agencies in the state to checkmate the excesses of the criminal minded elements being sponsored to cause problem.

Governor Yusuf will soon reopen the state own Reformatory Centre, at Kiru local government area as part of measures to rehabilitate and control drug abuse in the state.

During the Wednesday council meeting, the Governor also brief plans to inaugurate the newly constituted 46 of Shura Consultative Council compose of renowned Islamic Scholars, members of the academia, and other stakeholders.

To check unemployment, the Governor is determined to roll massive youth empowerment initiatives in the coming year to ensure that a significant per cent of the youth become self’relient.

 

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President Tinubu Arrives In Lagos Ahead Of Christmas Holiday

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President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos from Abuja ahead of the Christmas celebrations.

The President was received at the airport by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, along with other state officials.

He is expected to proceed to his private residence in the state.

His arrival follows the presentation of the 2025 budget to a joint session of the National Assembly on Wednesday.

He described it as the “Budget of Restoration: Securing Peace, Rebuilding Prosperity.” The proposal, he explained, is aimed at stabilizing the economy, fostering an equitable business environment, and promoting inclusive growth.

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Kano Approves 1st Term Vacation Date

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Kano State Government has approved Friday 20th and Saturday 21st Dec. 2024 as the date for the commencement of 1st term vacation to all Day and Boarding Public/Private Primary and Post Primary Schools in the state.

Therefore, Parents/ Guardians of Pupils and Students in the Boarding schools are to convey their wards home by the early hours of Saturday 21st Dec. 2024.

A statement by the Director Public Enlightenment of the State Ministry of Education Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru explained that Boarding Schools Pupils and Students are to resume back to their respective Schools on Sunday 5th January 2025 while the Day Students are to resume on Monday 6th January 2025.

The statement however quoted the Commissioner of the Ministry Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda urging Parents/Guardians of Pupils and Students of the schools to ensure total compliance with resumption dates.

The statement further warned that appropriate Disciplinary Action would be taken against defaulting Students

It appreciated the cooperation and support given to the ministry and wished the Students and Pupils successful and hitch free holiday.

 

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