…As Governor Inuwa Yahaya Leads NSGF Delegation on Condolence Visit to Dutse

The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has led a delegation of Northern Governors to Jigawa State to express sympathy over the devastating petrol tanker explosion that claimed over 150 lives and left many injured.

During the visit, Governor Inuwa Yahaya announced that each Northern Governor is donating N50 million to support the victims, their families, and survivors.

He emphasized that the collective contribution is to help alleviate the suffering caused by the incident and assist the Jigawa State Government in managing the aftermath of the tragedy.

“This tragedy affects us all. We therefore must support the Government and people of Jigawa State through these difficult times to help rebuild lives and overcome this challenge,” Governor Inuwa Yahaya stated.

Describing the explosion as one of the most tragic incidents in recent memory, Governor Inuwa Yahaya underscored the shared responsibility of the Northern Governors to stand in solidarity with Jigawa.

He expressed particular sorrow over the loss of young lives, acknowledging that many of the victims had the potential to contribute meaningfully to leadership and nation-building.

“The loss is not just for Jigawa but for the entire region and the nation. It is painful to lose promising talents with bright futures,” the governor remarked.

Governor Inuwa Yahaya urged the people of Jigawa to remain strong, steadfast and united during this challenging period, and place their trust in the Almighty’s will.

He also prayed for the peaceful repose of the souls of the deceased and strength for their families to bear the immense loss.

In his response, Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State expressed profound gratitude to the Northern Governors for their solidarity and generous support.

“We deeply appreciate the visit and the generous contributions from the Northern Governors led by His Excellency, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya. Your compassion and solidarity during this tragic moment provide us with strength and hope,” Governor Namadi said.

He further noted that the financial assistance would play a vital role in providing relief to the survivors and families of the victims.

“This support will significantly aid our efforts in easing the burden on the affected families. We are grateful for your prayers and words of encouragement, and we remain committed to helping our people recover from this painful loss,” he added.

On the NSGF delegation were Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed and the Deputy Governors of Borno, Katsina, Taraba, Kebbi, and Yobe States, who represented their principals.

Ismaila Uba Misilli
Director-General
(Press Affairs)
Government House, Gombe

Elon Musk handed over the fist $1 million check to an individual in Pennsylvania who signed his petition. The billionaire Tesla and SpaceX boss has been courting Trump voters as election day nears.

Elon Musk has started a petition and he’s offering US voters who sign it a cash prize $1 million (€920,000) every day until the November 5 election.

The billionaire supporter of Donald Trump urged registered voters in key swing states to sign the petition to promote “free speech and the right to bear arms.”

Musk said he would select one random person each day from the list of signatures and award them the million-dollar prize.

He handed over the first check on Saturday to a man in Pennsylvania — a state considered a ‘must-win’ for both Republicans and Democrats.

Speaking at a rally in the state, Musk said his aim was to get between 1 million and 2 million voters in swing states to sign the petition “because I think this sends a crucial message to our elected politicians.”

Musk backs Trump

Musk’s campaign appears to encourage Republican supports to register to vote.

Observers have suggested that such a stunt could potentially contravene laws that prohibit paying people to register to vote.

According to the Federal Election Commission, Musk has donated around $75 million over the past three months to a political action committeehe set up to support the Trump campaign called America PAC.

The CEO of Tesla and SpaceX has repeatedly lauded Trump — who has indicated he would tap Musk to run a budget efficiency commission if he is elected again — while publicly criticizing Democratic hopeful Kamala Harris.

Atiku Abubakar criticizes Minister Nyesom Wike, accusing him of using the hardships of Nigerians for political gain. The remarks add fuel to the ongoing rivalry between the two political figures.

On Saturday, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar stated that he would remain focused despite the tactics of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. He accused Wike of exploiting current hardships for political gain at the expense of ordinary people.

The ex-presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party revealed this through a statement released in Abuja by his Media Adviser, Paul Ibe. The statement is titled “Wike and His T-Pain Collaborators Playing Politics with the Suffering of Nigerians.”

Atiku’s statement was a response to Wike’s earlier comments, in which he claimed that the former Vice President has lost political relevance and that Nigerians have turned away from him after his defeats in the 2019 and 2023 presidential elections.

At a luncheon honoring the 10th Rivers State Assembly on Saturday, the ex-governor of Rivers made these remarks.

In response, Atiku stated that he was focused on the real issues impacting Nigerians and would not let Wike’s theatrics distract him.

He mentioned that recent comments by Nyesom Wike can only be characterized as one of his dramatic outbursts. However, we remain composed, confident that Nigerians are familiar with his behavior—a persistent sign of the resentment he feels after losing to the Wazirin Adamawa in the 2022 party presidential primaries.

Wike’s remarks are simply a series of trivialities, devoid of any real substance and fueled by personal grudges. If he genuinely thinks Nigerians are satisfied with the current situation under his government’s leadership, it highlights something more profound: his focus is on himself rather than the people. This self-centeredness becomes clear in how he prioritizes local matters in Rivers over his ministerial duties.

He stated, “Although he might try to distract with his unfounded tirades, our attention remains on the true issues impacting Nigerians. Mr. Wike prioritizes personal gain over tackling the country’s actual problems. On the other hand, we are steadfastly dedicated to advocating for the welfare and advancement of the people.”

Wike seems to revel in creating fantasies, immersing himself in his imagination, and funding live TV broadcasts to launch attacks on whomever he wishes. However, we will not lower ourselves to that level where he feels comfortable. Instead, we’ll choose to rise above it all, preserving our dignity while others indulge in the muck.