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Project Monitoring Tour: Ma’aji Sumaila Expresses Dismay Over School Project In Doguwa Local Government, Summons Contractor
The Honorable Commissioner Ministry for Public Procurement Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Kano Comrade Nura Ma’aji Sumaila Expressed dismay over the lack of tangible development about ongoing construction of the Kwankwasiyya Gida-Gida Blocks of 4 Classroom in Rufa’i town of Doguwa Local Government
Yesterday, the Honorable Commissioner expressed disappointment during the ongoing monitoring tour over inability of the contractor to show up to the site despite percentage payment.
The Honorable Commissioner said that so far since the ongoing monitoring tour he has satisfied with most of the projects visited but he has not been happy with what he witnessed in Rufa’i town of Doguwa Local Government
“This is the only project that gives us a headache with the contractor nowhere to be found and with no progress report.”
“I have given an instruction to summon the contractor, to come to the office tomorrow so that we can hear directly from him.”
The Honorable Commissioner Comrade Nura Ma’aji Sumaila vowed to protect government interest in project implementation and emphasized on the quality of projects to ensure transparency, accountability and value for money in public procurement and projects implementation across the state.
The Honorable Commissioner yesterday took a tour, inspected six projects in Kiru, Tudun Wada and Doguwa local governments.
He inspected Upgrading/General Renovation of Kafin Mai Yaki Primary Health Care to General Hospital, construction of 5 kilometer road, Tudun Wada and general renovation of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso College of Arts, Science and Remedial Studies, Tudun Wada.
Other Places visited by the honorable Commissioner included construction of 5 kilometer road at Doguwa local government and construction of Kwankwasiyya Gida-Gida Blocks of 4 Classrooms in Tudun Wada model and Rufa’i town, Doguwa local government
Sagiru Ado Abubakar, Information Officer, MPPPM&E, Kano
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Sultan Declares Saturday as First Day of Ramadan in Nigeria
The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declared Saturday, February 1, 2025, as the first day of Ramadan in Nigeria.
The announcement followed the sighting of the new crescent in various parts of the country, which was verified by the national and state moon sighting committees. Speaking at his palace in Sokoto, the Sultan urged Muslims to begin the Ramadan fast in accordance with Islamic teachings.
He called on the Muslim community to use the holy month for devotion, prayers, and supplications for Nigeria’s peace and progress. He also emphasized the importance of religious tolerance, unity, and extending support to the less privileged during Ramadan.
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NORP Commends Federal Lawmaker for Supporting Journalists During Ramadan
The Northern Online Reporters and Publishers (NORP), Kano State Chapter, has expressed gratitude to Hon. Kabiru Alhassan Rurum, the lawmaker representing Rano, Kibiya, and Bunkure Federal Constituency, for his generous donation of 25kg bags of rice to each of its members as a Ramadan gift.
In a statement signed by the Interim Chairman and national treasurer of NORP, Comrade Abbas Yusha’u Yusuf, the association described the gesture as a reflection of Hon. Rurum’s commitment to the welfare of journalists, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan.
“This act of kindness demonstrates Hon. Rurum’s dedication to supporting journalists and media practitioners, especially during this sacred month of fasting and reflection. His generosity will go a long way in easing the burden on our members and reinforcing the spirit of community and solidarity,” the statement read.
NORP further reiterated its dedication to ethical journalism and objective reporting, acknowledging leaders like Hon. Rurum who recognize and support the role of the media in society.
“We remain committed to upholding the values of ethical journalism and objective reporting, and we appreciate leaders like Hon. Rurum who recognize the significance of the media in society,” Yusuf stated.
The association extended prayers for the lawmaker, asking Almighty Allah to reward him abundantly for his support.
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Just In: Tinubu signs N54.9trn 2025 budget into law
President Bola Tinubu has signed the N54.99 trillion 2025 appropriation bill into law, marking a 99.96 percent increase from the 2024 budget of N27.5 trillion.
The bill was approved by the national assembly on February 13, after revisions to Tinubu’s initial budget proposal of N49.7 trillion.
The key breakdown of the 2025 budget includes a total expenditure of N54.99 trillion, statutory transfers of N3.65 trillion, and a recurrent (non-debt) expenditure of N13.64 trillion.
Other components are capital expenditure: (N23.96 trillion), debt servicing (N14.32 trillion) and a deficit-to-gross domestic product (GDP) ratio of 1.52 percent.
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