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Kano Gov.t Donates N100 Million to Fire Victims in Jigawa State
The Kano State Government has donated One Hundred Million Naira to assist victims of the recent fire disaster in Majia, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State.
Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf announced the donation during a condolence visit to Governor Umar Namadi Danmodi at the Government House in Dutse on Thursday.
In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf emphasized that the donation was meant to provide relief to the families of those who lost their lives and to support the treatment of those injured in the fire.
He highlighted the strong historical and cultural ties between Kano and Jigawa States, underscoring Kano’s solidarity with its neighbors during this time of grief.
The governor also extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and those recovering from injuries, offering prayers for the Almighty to prevent future tragedies of this nature.
In his response, Governor Umar Namadi expressed deep gratitude on behalf of the people of Jigawa State, thanking Kano State for its generous support during such a difficult time.
He assured that the funds would be judiciously used to aid the victims and their families.
Governor Namadi also disclosed that, as of Thursday evening, 167 lives had been lost, and 67 people were receiving treatment at various medical facilities within and outside the state.
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Endorsement of Prof. Maikudi as VC University of Abuja: A Step forward for the Future of Education—Voice of African Universities
Voice of African Universities has called on the Nigerian Government to appoint Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi as the substantive Vice Chancellor of University of Abuja.
The call was made by Prof. Mamadou Camara, the Deputy Vice President of the Association (West Africa), in a statement he issued on Wednesday in Marseille, France.
Prof. Camara emphasized the necessity of this endorsement, noting that Professor Maikudi possesses the qualifications and vision required to lead the University into a progressive future.
He noted that the 41-year-old Professor of International Law, Professor Maikudi, would bring an outstanding blend of academic excellence, leadership experience, and international connections to this vital role.
According to him, her impressive academic credentials and global network have been instrumental in advancing the interests of the University of Abuja.
Prof. Camara condemned the ongoing smear campaign against her candidacy, which has been orchestrated by some individuals questioning her age and gender.
He described these attacks as anti-modern and counterproductive to the advancement of education in Nigeria
“Detractors claim she is too young and suggest that a woman cannot hold such a prestigious office. This argument is not only intellectually dishonest but also steeped in hypocrisy,” Prof. Camara added.
While the Voice of African Universities condemned the unfounded attacks on her candidacy, the association called for a fair and transparent selection process that upholds the values of excellence and meritocracy.
The association restated its stance to support the candidacy of Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi for the substantive position of Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja.
Prof. Camara added that even though the power to appoint a VC rests with the Governing Council of the university, the Nigerian Ministry of Education and other stakeholders should ensure that fairness and due process are followed in the selection process.
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Court Stops Federal Government from Erecting Railway on People’s Land at Kuyan Ta Inna
A Kano High Court No. 4, presided over by Justice Usman Malam Naabba, has granted a restraining order stopping the Federal Government from erecting railway construction on people’s land at Kuyan Ta Inna layout in Kano.
Justice Usman Malam Naabba issued the order on Thursday, October 17th.
Briefing newsmen after the court session, counsel to the applicants, Barrister Umar Usman Dan Baito, explained that the applicants’ prayer was to restrain the respondents from trespassing, taking over, or erecting a railway on the applicants’ properties until the hearing of the motion on notice.
Barrister Dan Baito stated that the court, presided over by Justice Naabba, has granted the order, restraining the respondents from meddling with or interfering in the peaceful possession of the applicants’ various landed properties at Kuyan Ta Inna layout in Kano. The court has adjourned the case to November 18, 2024.
The defendants in the suit include the Federal Ministry of Transport, the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, the Chief of Army Staff, the Inspector General of Police, the Director of the Department of State Security Services, the Kano State Commissioner of Police, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, and a businessman operating under a business name.
Barrister Dan Baito added that the applicants are 75 in number.
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