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Kano Assembly Says No Going Back On Local Government Election Scheduled On 26 October

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The Kano State House of Assembly has confirmed that local government elections will go ahead as planned on Saturday, October 26, 2024, despite a Federal High Court ruling barring the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) from conducting the polls.

This stance follows a ruling on Tuesday by Justice Simon Amobeda of the Federal High Court in Kano, which disqualified the KANSIEC chairman and other commission members due to their political affiliations.

However, the Kano State government has expressed its commitment to proceeding with the elections, even if security agencies like the police are unavailable to provide protection.

Lawan Hussaini Dala, Majority Leader of the Assembly, criticized the court’s ruling, claiming it contradicted a previous order by Justice Nura Ma’aji, which prohibited 19 political parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC), from challenging the elections.

“The Federal Court’s decision to remove the head of KANSIEC is in conflict with Justice Ma’aji’s ruling that stops political parties from interfering with the elections,” Dala argued.

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He further pointed out that a Supreme Court ruling requires all states to hold their local government elections by the end of October, which, according to him, justifies Kano’s decision to proceed as scheduled.

“We anticipated this outcome and have measures in place to ensure the elections go on as planned. Conducting the election does not violate the law,” he affirmed.

In light of the court order, Dala also called on young party loyalists to step in and provide security during the elections.

Previously, political parties had opposed the high fees initially set by KANSIEC for chairmanship and councillorship candidates, which were N10 million and N5 million respectively.

However, a Federal High Court in Abuja intervened, leading KANSIEC to reduce the fees to N9 million for chairmanship candidates and N4 million for councillorship.

Despite the legal battles and objections, a Kano High Court granted an ex parte order on September 24, 2024, restraining political parties from obstructing KANSIEC ahead of the polls, allowing the commission to move forward with its election preparations.

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Breaking:President Tinubu Sacks Cabinet Member from Kano Abdullahi Tijjani Muhammad Gwarzo

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Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo former minister of state for housing and urban development

President Tinubu Sacks Cabinet Member from Kano Abdullahi Tijjani Muhammad Gwarzo.

Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo is the minister of state for housing and urban development.

The President also re-assigned 10 ministers to new ministerial portfolios and appointed seven new ministers for Senate confirmation.

Tinubu nominated Bianca Odumegu-Ojukwu as the Minister of State Foreign Affairs, while Nentawe Yilwatda as the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, officially bringing an end to the tenure of suspended Betta Edu.

The President also nominated Maigari Dingyadi as the Minister of Labour and Employment, Jumoke Oduwole as the Minister of Industry, Idi Maiha as Minister for the newly created Livestock Development Ministry, Yusuf Ata as the Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development, with Suwaiba Ahmad as Minister of State Education.

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The President sacked Uju-Ken Ohanenye as Minister of Women Affairs; Lola Ade-John as Minister of Tourism; Tahir Mamman as Minister of Education; Abdullahi Gwarzo as Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development; and Jamila Ibrahim as Minister of Youth Development.

The President appreciated the outgoing members of the Federal Executive
Council for their service to the nation while wishing them the best in their
future endeavours.

He then charged the newly appointed ministers as well as their reassigned
colleagues to see their appointment as a call to serve the nation.

He added that all appointees must understand the administration’s eagerness and determination to set Nigeria on the path to irreversible growth and invest the best of their abilities into the actualisation of the government’s priorities.

 

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President Tinubu Scraps Ministry of Niger Delta ,Creates Ministry For Regional Development

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the dissolution of the Ministry of Niger Delta and the establishment of a new Ministry of Regional Development.

The decision, made during a meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday, aims to streamline oversight of various regional development commissions across the country.

The newly created Ministry of Regional Development will be responsible for managing key commissions, including the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), the North West Development Commission, the South West Development Commission, and the North East Development Commission. This move is seen as a strategic initiative to enhance coordination and implementation of development projects in different regions.

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In another notable change, the National Sports Commission will now assume the responsibilities previously held by the Ministry of Sports. This transition is expected to centralize the management of sports nationwide under a more unified authority.

Additionally, the FEC approved the merger of the Ministry of Tourism with the Ministry of Culture and Creative Economy. This consolidation is aimed at fostering synergies between tourism and cultural initiatives, enhancing the promotion of Nigeria’s rich heritage and creative sectors.

These decisions mark a new chapter in President Tinubu’s administration, as he seeks to optimize government functions while addressing regional disparities. The President emphasized the importance of creating a government structure that reflects the diverse needs of Nigeria’s various regions.

The implications of these changes on regional development and sports management will be closely monitored as the country advances toward its developmental goals.

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Breaking: Kebbi State Governor Signs N75,000 Minimum Wage

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October 23, 2024

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Governor Nasir after signing the new minimum wage

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has signed into law a new minimum wage of N75,000 for workers in the state.

The signing ceremony took place at the Kebbi Government House on Wednesday afternoon, Governor Idris emphasized his commitment to representing the interests of workers and ensuring their welfare.

I will not let workers down,” he pledged. “We are making history today as the signing of this minimum wage coincides with the meeting of the Nigeria Labour Congress National Administrative Council.”

NIGERIAN TRACKER reports that the implementation of the N75,000 minimum wage is expected to improve the living standards of workers in Kebbi State.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris Promises Support for Workers During Minimum Wage Signing

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Governor Nasir Idris also expressed his gratitude to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for their unwavering support during the signing of the new minimum wage.

Acknowledging the contributions of the workers, Idris emphasized his commitment to not failing the workforce of Kebbi and pledged to manage the state’s resources with the fear of God.

During the event, the governor reassured attendees that there are currently no outstanding payments regarding pensions, gratuities, or death benefits, emphasizing his administration’s dedication to workers’ welfare. He instructed the Commissioner of Pensions to begin implementing the new minimum wage in October, ensuring that workers would receive their dues promptly.

Idris, who has a history of leadership within the NLC as a former chair in Kebbi and as President of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), reiterated that the welfare of workers remains a top priority for his administration. He issued a clear directive for the timely payment of the new minimum wage, reflecting his commitment to enhancing the working conditions of employees in the state.

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