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President Tinubu Appoints First Woman As NEMA Director General

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President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mrs. Zubaida Umar as the Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA).

Mrs. Umar is the first woman to be appointed as Director-General of this pivotal agency, and her appointment further underlines the President’s avowed commitment to gender inclusion.

The new Director-General of NEMA has over 20 years of work experience in diverse fields, including Human Resources, and Finance and Administration. She is a member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers and the Institute of Credit Administration.

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She holds ACCA certifications in Public Financial Management and Digital & Sustainability Financing.

As Executive Director, Finance and Corporate Services at the Federal Mortgage Bank, Mrs. Umar drove the strategy and repositioning of the bank and successfully facilitated the transformation of the institution into a modern, digitized mortgage and financial service provider.

The President expects that the new Director-General will bring the much-needed financial and operational discipline and refashion the agency into a performance-driven and proactive emergency response provider with a focus on prevention and climate change readiness in the execution of its core mandate.

 

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Hon. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar Congratulates APC National Chairman on 75th Birthday

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Hon. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar, a member of the Federal House of Representatives representing Bichi Federal Constituency, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), His Excellency, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje CON, on the occasion of his 75th birthday anniversary.

In a statement personally signed by Hon. Abubakar, he praised Dr. Ganduje for his inspiring life, which exemplifies integrity, honesty, dedication, and resilience—qualities that are the hallmarks of success in any career. “As a politician of the highest repute, you live an inspiring life which clearly demonstrates that integrity, honesty, dedication, and resilience are the hallmarks of success in any career,” Hon. Abubakar stated.

Hon. Abubakar also expressed his prayers for Dr. Ganduje, wishing him continued guidance and wisdom from Almighty Allah as he remains steadfast in leading the APC to greater heights. “As you celebrate your 75th birthday anniversary today, it is my prayer that Almighty Allah continues to guide and give you wisdom, as you remain resolute in moving our great party to greater heights,” he added.

Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, who has served in various capacities, including as the Governor of Kano State, is widely recognized for his contributions to the political landscape of Nigeria. His leadership and dedication have earned him respect and admiration from colleagues and constituents alike.

The congratulatory message from Hon. Abubakar underscores the high regard in which Dr. Ganduje is held within the APC and the broader political community. As the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Ganduje continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the APC and advancing its mission and vision.

 

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18-Year-Old Suspect in Niger State Murder Case Dies in Police Custody

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An 18-year-old suspect, Fatiyah Abdulhakeem, who was accused of killing a retired Permanent Secretary in Niger State, Adamu Jagaba, has died in police custody.

Police sources confirmed Abdulhakeem’s death on Thursday, although the exact cause remains unclear. The suspect, recently paraded by Niger State Commissioner of Police, Shawulu Ebenezer Danmama, admitted during his arrest to being hired by workers of the deceased to carry out the murder at Jagaba’s block industry near the PDP Secretariat in Minna.

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The Niger State Police Spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, said Abdulhakeem complained of severe stomach pain and coughing on December 19. He was taken to the General Hospital, Minna, for treatment but died while receiving medical attention. His body has been deposited at the hospital morgue, pending a postmortem examination to determine the cause of death. Investigations are ongoing.

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Garo felicitates with Ganduje @75

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The deputy governorship candidate of All Progressives Congress, (APC) in Kano at the 2023 general election, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo has congratulated the National Chairman of the party, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, on his 75th birthday celebration, describing him as master of the game.

Garo in a special birthday message to the former governor of Kano State, on Wednesday, said that Ganduje’s visionary leadership has fostered greater cohesion and that ultimately led to the party’s victory in four out of five off-cycle elections.

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Dr Ganduje was born on 25 December 1949.
The message read,’’ On this remarkable day, we celebrate not just your birthday but your enduring legacy of dedication, service, and leadership.
‘’As a leader, you’ve exemplified resilience, focus, and vision, guiding with wisdom and purpose. From your remarkable tenure as Governor to your current role in strengthening the APC, your impact continues to shape the trajectory of our great nation.
”On this special occasion, we pray for your continued good health, abundant blessings, and renewed strength to navigate the challenges ahead. May the years ahead be filled with good health and success in all your endeavours.”

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