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Ministry of Land and survey organises an interactive session with all surveyors in the state

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By Asile Abel, Jos

The commissioner of lands, Survey and town planning Barr Peter Nyam Gai, says 280 files of lands titles that were opened for individuals in the last three years are yet to be attended to, because owners of the files refused to pay for processing.

Barr Nyam Gai, made the disclosure during a town meeting with experts in the town planning sector.

The town meeting is part of efforts in curbing menace of uncoordinated buildings in Plateau state, due non adherence to building code and specifications, the ministry of lands, survey and town planing held a town hall meeting with experts to address the challenges.

The Commissioner, Lands, Survey and Town planning Barr Peter Nyam Gai, convey the meeting, to sought expertise opinions of town planners, surveyors and estate valuer’s for the needful be done.

During the open door discussion, most experts who spoke suggested that all processes of building structures should not be allowed to undermined by procedures.

Some town planners were of the views that the state government should insist on using only experts and modern techniques in planning the state, particularly urban areas.

They also noted that government
stand’s the chance to generate revenue in the process. “Every building plan that is generated from here in plateau state must be paid for.”

The experts told the ministry to upgrade it ITC to the current and modern global standard, that be assessed easily, where processing of documents are done at the finger tips.

Responding to the suggestions and comments made by the experts, Barr Nyam Gai, said his administration will ensure remodeling of all aspects in the lands acquisition and town planning.

He revealed sadly that there were wrong revocation of some land allocated to individuals, promised that abnormalities will be corrected.

On the accusations of missing data of some land titles; he argued that the allegations haven’t got to his desk, but assured that, should the allegations are verified, any staff found wanting would be disciplined.

The Commissioner worried that about 280 persons whom obtained files with the ministry for accreditation of land titles, have refused to pay the fee, since three years ago, hence the documents remained dormant.

Barr Gai assured that all the suggestions made would be taking seriously, and acted upon accordingly.

The Commissioner informed that the just concluded town hall meeting/interactive session was to mitigate on the challenges and implement a befitting urban for the present and future.

Gai, told the gathering that experts from the ministry would be charged to wakeup to their official responsibilities, as a means preventing avoidable guide in town planing.

There were calls by some experts to the ministry of lands, survey and town planning to create an effective ITC that will allow acceleration process of acquiring land titles.

Participants town planners, Survivors
Architects and estate valuer’s.

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Breaking: Tinubu Orders Release of Minors Arrested Over Endbadgovernance Protest

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President Bola Ahmad Tinubu

President Tinubu Orders release of all minors who participated in the Endbadgovernance protest .

 

The minister of information and national orientation Muhammad Idris stated this to state House correspondents.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents, on Monday.

The Minister was flanked by the Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy; Sunday Dare, Special Adviser on Public Communications and orientation.

Idris stated that the President has instructed the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, to begin the process of securing the minors’ release without delay.

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“The President has directed that all minors be released on the and also reunited with their families anywhere they are in the country. A committee has been set up to look at the issues surrounding their arrest, detention and release. All the law enforcement agents related to the case will be investigated and anyone found wanting will be brought to book,” he said.

 

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76 Detained Children: Northwest Youth-Students Forum hails Senator Barau, AGF’s prompt intervention

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The Northwest Youth and Students Forum (NWYSF) has expressed its heartfelt appreciation to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin and the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, for their prompt intervention in the detention of minors by the Nigeria Police Force, following the End Bad Governance Protest.

The forum in a statement signed by its National Chairman, Abubakar Isyaku Balan said the swift action by the leaders will brings hope to the affected families and demonstrates a commitment to protecting the rights of vulnerable citizens nationwide.

He said “The giant move of the Deputy President of the Senate and the Attorney General of the Federal is no doubt a commendable one. We are proud of this and look forward to the release of the children courtesy of this movement.”

According to the statement, the NWYSF, as a forum comprising of talented youth and students, deemed it necessary to protectively initiate awareness programs that will enlighten the teeming youth on human rights and activism.

“We acknowledge that the minors actions were driven by ignorance and a lack of proper orientation, underscoring the need for civic education and sensitization in the Northwest region. Addressing the underlying issues that led to this situation is crucial, rather than simply punishing the minors. This approach will foster a more informed and empowered youth.

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“Considering the economic situation in the North, we urge the Federal Government to show compassion and release the detained minors, taking into account their age and circumstances. We also call on the government to provide support for their rehabilitation and education.

“In partnership with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community leaders, NWYSF will develop sensitization initiatives focusing on empowering youths with knowledge of their rights and responsibilities, promoting understanding and respect for human rights and teaching alternative dispute resolution methods.

“In view of the above, by working together, we can prevent similar incidents and foster a more informed, peaceful, and inclusive society,” the statement added.

 

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ICPC Arraigns Provost, Lecturer for Certificate Forgery in Sokoto

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Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu ,ICPC Chairman

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Hauwau Gimbiya Mukhtar Abdulkarim, the serving Provost of the Federal College of Education (Technical) (FCET), Gusau, alongside Abdullahi Boyi, a lecturer with the Sokoto State College of Education (SSCE), on alleged certificate forgery.

The duo were arraigned on a six-count charge, registered as charge No. SS/213c/2024, before Hon. Justice Muhammad Aliyu Sambo at the Sokoto State High Court. ICPC accused the two defendants of forging an appointment letter and using it to apply for the position of Provost at the Federal College of Education (Technical) Gusau, Zamfara State.

The defendants were also accused of making false statements to ICPC officers during the investigation, which is an offence under Section 25(1)(a) and punishable under Section 25(ii)(b) of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000. “Both defendants, however, pleaded ‘not guilty’ to all six charges when read to them by the Court’s Registrar,” the ICPC revealed in a statement.

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Counsel for the defendants, Dr. Muhammad Mansur Aliyu and Mr. M.S. Diri SAN, moved for bail applications on behalf of their clients. They requested the court to consider reasonable bail terms, citing the defendants’ “established positions and cooperation during the investigation.”

Counsel to the ICPC, Mr. Suleiman Ahmad, did not oppose the bail applications. Following the consideration of the applications, Hon. Justice Sambo granted bail under specific conditions designed to ensure the defendants’ continued presence throughout the trial proceedings.

The bail conditions require each defendant to provide two sureties who are permanent residents of Sokoto State, with each surety signing a bond of one million naira (₦1,000,000). After granting bail, the ICPC prosecutor requested a date for the trial to commence, emphasizing the Commission’s preparedness to present witnesses and evidence in support of the charges.

Hon. Justice Sambo adjourned the matter to November 21, 2024, when the hearing is set to begin. The prosecution is expected to call witnesses and introduce material evidence to substantiate the allegations.

The ICPC press release was signed by Demola Bakare, Acting Director of Public Enlightenment and Education, and Spokesperson for the Commission.

 

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