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Sokoto Labour Party, Obedient Movement Hail Senator Nenadi’s Appointment as Interim Party Chairperson.

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Sokoto State stakeholders of the Labour Party (LP) and the Obedient Movement in Northern Nigeria have expressed their heartfelt congratulations to Senator Nenadi Esther Usman following her appointment as the Interim Chairperson of the Caretaker Committee of the Labour Party. The announcement of Senator Nenadi’s new role was made at the National Executive Council (NEC) and Extended Stakeholders Meeting, held on September 4, 2024, in Umuahia, and hosted by Governor Alex Otti and Peter Obi.

Led by Chief Ifeanyi Ezeagu, the leader of the Sokoto State Labour Party and the Obedient Movement, alongside the party’s gubernatorial candidate, Comrade Aminu Umar, key stakeholders in the state hailed Senator Nenadi’s appointment as an excellent decision. They voiced confidence in her ability to steer the party toward greater achievements under her stewardship.

Comrade Abubakar Yawale, speaking on behalf of the Sokoto State Labour Party stakeholders, lauded the National Executive Council, headed by Abia State Governor Alex Otti, Peter Obi, and other prominent leaders for their choice of Senator Nenadi. Yawale expressed optimism that her leadership would bolster the party’s prospects in the upcoming elections, adding that she is well-positioned to deliver on the expectations of members nationwide.

In addition to praising Senator Nenadi, the stakeholders also extended their congratulations to Dr. Yunusa Tanko, who was appointed as the National Coordinator of the Obedient Movement worldwide. They hailed Dr. Tanko’s selection as a strategic move for the movement and its members, underscoring his leadership abilities and commitment to the cause.

 

On behalf of the leadership of the stakeholders of the Labour Party in Sokoto State and the Obedient faithful, we extend our warmest congratulations to Senator Nenadi Usman on her appointment as the Interim Chairperson of the Caretaker Committee of the Labour Party. We also congratulate Dr. Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the Obedient Movement worldwide,” said Comrade Yawale.

He further pledged the Sokoto chapter’s loyalty and support for the new leadership, emphasizing their commitment to mobilizing resources, expertise, and experience to help the party realize its goals. Yawale expressed the party’s hopes for a more unified and dynamic Labour Party under Senator Nenadi’s leadership, one that would stand firmly for transparency, accountability, and true democratic values.

This well-deserved recognition is evidence of your exceptional leadership qualities, and we are confident in your capacity to excel in your roles. As we look forward to the forthcoming National Convention, we pledge our unwavering support to your leadership and envision a reformed Labour Party that upholds transparency, accountability, and true democracy,” he added.

In his closing remarks, Yawale also acknowledged the steadfast support of their leader, Chief Ifeanyi Ezeagu, and urged all party members to continue supporting the new leadership to ensure the party’s success in future endeavors.

The press release was signed by Comrade Abubakar Yawale on behalf of the Sokoto State Labour Party and Obedient Movement stakeholders on September 14, 2024.

 

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Kano State Hosts 8th Annual Audit Forum to Enhance Transparency and Accountability

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The 8th Annual Audit Forum, organized by the Office of the Auditor General of Kano State, was held recently, focusing on strengthening transparency and accountability in public financial management. .

Isma’ila Musa, the Auditor General of Kano State, welcomed the participants and highlighted the constitutional and legal mandates that guide the auditing process. “Sections 125(2) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) and 36(i) of the Kano State Audit Law, 2021 (as amended) mandate the Office of the Auditor General to audit the accounts and financial statements of the State Government and all Offices and Courts,” he stated.

Musa expressed immense gratitude to His Excellency, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, for his support in making the event possible. “It is very important to note that a strengthened fiscal transparency will help build trust in governance,” he emphasized. He added that the Audit Forum is a reform intended to reduce opportunities for corruption and abuse of public resources, thereby increasing the efficiency of public expenditures.

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The Auditor General also acknowledged the contributions of various officials, including the Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Planning and Budget, the Accountant General, the Executive Chairman of Kano Internal Revenue Services, and former Auditors General, among others. “My sincere appreciation to all the invitees here present for honoring our invitation. I wish us a successful 8th Kano State Annual Audit Forum,” Musa concluded.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the House Committee on Public Accounts, Honorable Tukur Fagge, praised the exercise for its potential to enhance resource management and ensure the success of the tasks at hand. “This exercise will enhance resources management and will realize the success of the task,” Fagge stated.

Sarkin Shanon Kano, Shehu Muhammad Dankadai, who served as the royal father of the day, also graced the event, adding to the significance of the occasion.

The forum underscored the commitment of the Kano State Government to upholding transparency and accountability, reflecting the administration’s dedication to effective and efficient service delivery.

 

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Breaking: Former Secretary of Federal Electoral Commission, FEDECO, Ahmadu Kurfi Passes On at 93

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November 21, 2024

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A former secretary of the Federal Electoral Commission, Alhaji Ahmadu Kurfi, has passed away.

A family source, Jafar Yakubu, informed NIGERIAN TRACKER about the death of the pioneer secretary of the Federal Electoral Commission, who supervised the 1979 general election.

 

Jafar Yakubu said Alhaji Ahmadu Kurfi died at the age of 93 and his Janaza funeral prayers will take place by 2:30 PM at Kurfi in KATSINA state .

 

Dr. Amadu Kurfi, OFR, was born in 1931. He was a former chairman of the then Marketing Board, former Federal Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Defence, and the first person to acquire a BSc degree in the whole of Katsina State, at University College London in 1957.

 

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President Tinubu Sacks UNIZIK Vice-Chancellor, Registrar

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November 20, 2024

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The governing council of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University has been dissolved by President Bola Tinubu.

The president dissolved the council and approved the removal of the institution’s vice-chancellor Bernard Odoh and the university registrar, Rosemary Nwokike.

A statement by Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser to the president on information and strategy said the action by Tinubu follows allegations of procedural violations in the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor.

He also said that the council led by Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe and including five other members—Hafiz Oladejo, Augustine Onyedebelu, Engr. Amioleran Osahon, and Rtd. Gen. Funsho Oyeneyin was accused of bypassing due process to appoint an unqualified candidate, prompting federal intervention.

Onanuga said, “The sacking of the governing council and officials followed reports that the council illegally appointed an unqualified vice-chancellor without following due process.

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He added that following the controversial appointment, the Federal Government stepped in to address the rivalry between the university’s Senate and the governing council of the institution.

“The government expressed concern over the council’s apparent disregard for the university’s governing laws in its selection process”, Onanuga added.

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