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Zamfara Governor confirms killing of 45,says invinsible hands plot evil to terrify the state.

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Attahiru Ahmed Gusau

Zamfara State Governor Bello Mohammed Mattawale has confirmed the killings of 45 people by bandits at kadawa village of Zurmi local government area,said some invincible hands are plotting evil against people to make the State terrifying.

Addressing press conference on Saturday evening at Government house Gusau, Governor Bello Mattawale said it was necessary to address people over the recent escalation in the wave of banditry in some parts of zamfara State.

“As you are aware,the most recent one is the attack on Kadawa village,Zurmi Local Government Area. The reports we received confirmed that the bandits have killed 45 innocent people.”

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According to him,said he feels saddened by the unfortunate and barbaric act of cowardice.With a heavy heart, “I convey my condolences on behalf of my family and the entire people of the State over this massacre.”

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“Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families and the whole people of Kadawa of Zurmi Local Government Area, and all families that have lost their loved ones across the State”

The Governor expressed his condolences to every one, individually and collectively, “I want to tell you that we will stay doubly proactive in confronting these men of the underworld”.

“These hard hearted gang of criminals have made us to believe that violence is the only language they understand,More than ever before we are determined to pay them in the same coins”.

He disclosed that In recent weeks,the act of banditry has reverted to the ugly dimensions it had prior to the coming of my administration.The marauders kill without regard for any rules of sanity.

“Women,the elderly, and children are not spared. As a result, a large number of people have been displaced in nearly every town in the State.”

“My dear people of Zamfara people, you are witnesses to what we have accomplished from the beginning of our administration, particularly the peace and reconciliation efforts that we initiated and achieved.”

He further revealed that his Administration have been able to shift  violent narratives to ones of optimism and peaceful coexistence.”Unfortunately, things suddenly took a dramatic turn, and things are getting worse by the day”.

“It is clear that some invincible hands are plotting evil against our people with the goal of making our State as terrifying as it were in the years gone”.

“My constant prayer is for Allah to reveal those who are perpetrating these cruel atrocities against our people.”

He assured  that he will remain steadfast in an efforts to eradicate banditry and all types of criminality from the State.

“In this battle, no sacred cow. Whosoever is involved in these dastardly acts, no matter how highly placed, would be dealt with according to the law.”

“We have demonstrated this commitment based on the actions we have taken in respect of Emir of Maru, Emir of Dansadau and, following yesterday’s incident, the Emir of Zurmi”.

He said the present Administration has resolved to begin implementing the recommendations of the MD Abubakar-led Committee on Finding Solutions to Banditry in Zamfara State as a next step in addressing this vexing problem.

“We would not spare anyone indicted by the committee’s report, no matter how high up they are”.

“Let me reiterate my call during the special sermon and prayers yesterday that our people should complement the efforts of the security forces by defending their communities in the wake of any attacks”.

“This strategy is part of the decisions taken by the northern states governors to combat the menace of banditry and related crimes in the region”.

He called on the people everywhere in the State to be vigilant and cooperate with the security operatives for the success of the battle,the fight against insecurity requires concerted efforts.

“In one way or the other, everybody has a role to play in addressing our security challenges”.

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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.

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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.

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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