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The people of Southern Taraba have organized a civic reception in honour of the Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas. The reception ceremony was held at the Government Secondary School, Wukari, attended by dignitaries from across Nigeria. Speaking on the occasion, Governor Agbu Kefas, expressed delight over the honour of his people. He described the occasion as a unifying factor. The Governor took time to highlight the impacts he had made on the zone before he became governor. He said for the past two years, he has noted the concerns and expectations raised by the people and assured them that his administration remains focused on delivering tangible results. Gov. Kefas noted that he has worked to maintain peace across the State and has taken steps to restore the dignity of traditional institutions The Governor reaffirmed his commitment to always do his best for the people of Taraba, stating that it is his responsibility to act in their best interest. He said he engaged in journeys ...

Ganye, the headquarters of the Chamber Chiefdom, was agog on Saturday as guests from all walks of life converged to celebrate the Gangwari Ganye, Alhaji Dr. Umaru Adamu Sanda, on the occasion of his 25th anniversary on the throne. The royal father ascended the throne on April 7, 2000, following his unanimous election by the kingmakers and subsequent appointment by the government. He was elevated from second-class to first-class status on December 4, 2004. Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri acknowledged that the Gangwari Ganye has rendered purposeful service to his people, upheld the rich cultural heritage of the Chiefdom, and fostered peace and unity. “Your reign has been a beacon of stability and progress. You have been a father to all and a bridge-builder among diverse communities. Under your leadership, Ganye has witnessed improvements in education, agriculture, traditional governance, and community engagement,” the governor said. Governor Fintiri commended the ...

Business mogul and chairman of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has said Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri’s style of leadership has made the state a safe haven for investment. Dangote, who is Africa’s richest man, spoke on Friday at Government House, Yenagoa, during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between his firm and the state government on investments in various sectors. Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri (left) and Chairman, Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, during the latter’s visit to Government House, Yenagoa, on Friday These include oilfield and gas development, agro-allied processing, seaport and infrastructure. The visit was a follow-up to the governor’s visit to the Dangote Refinery in Lekki, Lagos in July 2024 and an earlier meeting between both parties at Nassau, The Bahamas, during the AFREXIM annual meeting in June 2024.  L-R: Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, Chairman, Dangote Group, Alhaji Al...

  • Says Peace Process Ongoing •Assures Return To Office Soon Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has charged supporters, Rivers people and Nigerians to thank President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his swift intervention to salvage the State from looming anarchy arising from the festering political crisis. He also said that the peace and reconciliation process, which was a precursor to restoring all Executive and Legislative institutions and offices was already underway, and assured that democracy and good governance will soon return in the State, with both arms working together for the good of the people. Governor Fubara stated these at a meeting with leaders and stakeholders of the Simplified Movement as part of activities to mark his two years in office as Governor of Rivers State in Port Harcourt on Thursday.  He said, "I want to assure you that the issues will soon be resolved, and you will come back to your offices; not just at the Executive arm, but also Legislative ...

Governor Dauda Lawal has said that the security situation in Zamfara State has significantly improved. The government organized a match on Thursday, tagged 'Walk for peace' to commemorate the second anniversary of Governor Lawal's administration. A statement by the governor's spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the peace walk was organized to promote peace and encourage people to unite against all forms of criminality. The statement noted that the peace walk began at the government house and proceeded to Freedom Square, located in the center of Gusau, the state capital. Addressing the mammoth crowd of participants in the walk, Governor Lawal reaffirmed his administration's commitment to eliminating all types of criminal activities in the state, with a strong focus on banditry.  He said, "Today, we all come out in thousands to march for peace, to make the world know that Zamfara has significantly improved in terms of security. "My administrati...

As part of activities marking his sixth anniversary in office, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri on Thursday, May 29, 2025, performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of an ultramodern International Conference and Event Centre in Yola. The contract, valued at ₦18.972 billion, was awarded to Messrs Lubell Nigeria Limited. Once completed, the state-of-the-art facility is expected to serve as a hub for investors, boost internally generated revenue, and create employment opportunities across the state. The Centre will include a 1,000-seat multipurpose hall, syndicate rooms, a 360-capacity auditorium, a 100-seat seminar room, a pre-function area, restaurants, cafés, kitchen and catering services, retail outlets, a medical support unit, security infrastructure, CCTV operations, and landscaped areas. In his address at the event, held at the State Secretariat Complex in Yola, Governor Fintiri described the project as a strategic economic investment.  “Most interesting and heart...