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NPC CHAIRMAN PAYS SYMPATHY VISIT TO GOVERNOR ZULUM IN MAIDUGURI

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6 months ago

October 26, 2024

Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra and his entourage visited the Executive Governor of Borno State, His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Zulum

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The Chairman of National Population Commission, Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra and his entourage visited the Executive Governor of Borno State, His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Zulum to express solidarity and sympathy with the government and people of Borno State over the devastating flood disaster that recently ravaged several parts of Maiduguri and its surrounding areas.

Hon. Kwarra, in his address to Governor Zulum, conveyed the NPC’s deepest sympathies and support during this challenging time.

He acknowledged the immense loss of life and property, highlighting the emotional and physical toll the disaster has taken on the community.

‘The flooding has resulted in significant damage to infrastructure and has disrupted the daily lives of countless residents.

“The National Population Commission shares in your pain, loss, and displacement,” he stated.

Kwarra stated that the Commission has super-imposed NPC building dataset generated from the Enumeration Area Demarcation exercise over the flood zone areas in Borno State and discovered that an estimated number of 129,900 buildings were affected by flood in which 55.8% of the affected buildings are residential while 43.5% are non-residential. He said that 96.83% of the affected buildings are privately owned while 1.24% are owned by the government. He further stated that the estimated number of households affected is 132,585 while the estimated number of persons affected is 700,701.

He expressed admiration for Governor Zulum’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of Borno’s residents, commending his leadership in providing relief and support to those affected by the disaster.

In a gesture of support, NPC Chairman announced a donation of 10 million Naira contributed by the Chairman, Federal Commissioners, Management and staff of the Commission to assist in the relief efforts and provide care for the affected flood victims.

Kwarra offered prayers for the strength and comfort of those who have suffered losses, emphasizing the importance of unity and resilience in the face of adversity.

“We are confident that under your guidance, Borno State will overcome this challenge and emerge stronger,” he concluded.

In response, Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum expressed his gratitude to NPC Chairman and his team for the visit of solidarity and the generous donation, noting that the gesture underscored the strong bond between NPC and Borno States and promised that the funds would be used to support those in dire need.

Concerning the NPC Borno State office that was ravaged by the flood disaster, the Governor promised to assist the Commission in rebuilding the damaged structures.

Hon. Kwarra’s team included the Federal Commissioner, Borno State, Barr. Isa Audu Buratai, Federal Commissioner, Akwa Ibom State, Chief Engr. Benedict Ukpong, Federal Commissioner, Kaduna State, Hajia Sa’adatu Garba Dogonbauchi, some directors and technical staff of the Commission.

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Kano deputy gov reports back after peace-building mission in Edo

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April 11, 2025

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The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has reassured northerners living in Edo State about their safety, following the recent violence that led to the deaths of several Kano indigenes.

He made these remarks shortly after returning from a fact-finding and peace-building mission to Edo.

Ekwutosblog recalls that Gwarzo led a high-powered delegation to the South-South state. The delegation included the Emir of Rano, Ambassador Muhammad Isa Umar, four commissioners, the Chairman of Bunkure Local Government (the area most affected by the incident), and the representative of the Edo community in Kano.

Speaking to journalists in Kano, Gwarzo revealed that the visit followed an earlier condolence mission by Governor Monday Okpebholo to the Torankawa Community in Bunkure Local Government Area of Kano, where seven of the victims hailed from.

Gwarzo noted that the delegation visited the scene of the incident in Uromi, Edo State, where they were warmly received by both political and traditional leaders.

He described the reception as overwhelming, with a massive crowd, largely consisting of northerners, showing solidarity and appreciation.

“We met with the king of Uromi Kingdom and his senior chiefs. The Edo State governor personally accompanied us to the scene. It was a long journey nearly two hours from Benin but the turnout was incredible,” he said.

He commended the Edo State leadership for its proactive actions, including the disbandment of the vigilante group allegedly involved in the killings, the arrest of 14 suspects, and ongoing efforts by security agencies to apprehend those still at large.

“The Commissioner of Police in Edo State was transferred due to the incident, which shows the seriousness with which the state government is handling the situation,” the deputy governor stated.

He further disclosed that Kano had compiled a comprehensive report, documenting the victims and the extent of losses suffered, including properties destroyed.

He said the report has been formally submitted to Governor Okpebholo, who promised compensation for the victims and their families.

Gwarzo emphasized that justice remains the core demand from the Kano State Government and reiterated the constitutional right of every Nigerian to live and work peacefully in any part of the country.

“Nigeria belongs to all of us. The constitution guarantees every citizen the right to reside and earn a living anywhere in the country.”

“The governor of Edo has assured us that those responsible will be brought to book and that compensation will be provided. He made it clear that there is no animosity toward northerners in Edo. From what we witnessed, I can confidently say our people are very safe there,” he said.

He also confirmed that 26 individuals survived the attack, primarily from five local government areas in Kano.

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Atiku, El-Rufai, Tambuwal visit Buhari in Kaduna

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April 11, 2025

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Former Vice President and 2023 PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has visited former President Muhammadu Buhari at his residence in Kaduna.

The visit, which also included former governors Aminu Waziri Tambuwal (Sokoto) and Nasir El-Rufa’i (Kaduna), was captured in a video sighted on the Facebook page of Atiku Abubakar.

Although the specific purpose of the visit was not disclosed, Atiku described it as a “post-Sallah visit.”

In the post, Atiku wrote, “As the Waziri Adamawa, I was obligated to be in Adamawa during the Sallah celebrations. I held forth for the Lamido Fombina (Adamawa) in some of the activities of the Sallah celebrations. Today, I had the opportunity to pay a post-Sallah visit to His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 2015-2023. It was a wonderful time with him. As usual, he cracked me up (to the extent that my ribs were hurting) with his peculiar humour. -AA”

The visit comes after governors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) paid a similar visit to Buhari in Kaduna last week, amid growing speculation about political realignments and possible coalitions ahead of the 2027 elections.

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Rivers govt debunks civil service recruitment announcement

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April 11, 2025

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Rivers State Government has refuted a widely circulated social media announcement alleging that the state’s Sole Administrator, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, approved the recruitment of 10,000 “graduates and non-graduates” into the Rivers State civil service.

On Thursday, social media platform “Facebook”, was flooded with the purported government notice, which falsely claimed that the recruitment exercise had been sanctioned.

The statement was reported to have been signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika.

However, in a statement issued by Mrs. Inyingi S. I. Brown, Acting Head of the Rivers State Civil Service, the government described the information as entirely untrue and urged the public to disregard it.

The statement also clarified that any official communication on civil service recruitment would come from the Rivers State Civil Service Commission at the appropriate time.

The statement read, “The Office of the Administrator of Rivers State wishes to disclaim a purported Special Government Announcement spreading round on social media and other platforms stating that His Excellency, The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas CFR, has approved the recruitment of 10,000 qualified graduates and non graduates into the Rivers State civil service and that the recruitment portal shall be opened for application midnight of Sunday 13/04/2025.

“The statement is claimed to have been signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika.

“We wish to categorically inform the people of Rivers State and the general public that this is false and ask that this fake announcement be ignored.

“Appropriate information will be released by the Rivers State Civil Service Commission in due time.”