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Philanthropist launches 6,000 eye medical outreach in Zamfara

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ZAMFARA Philantropist Sanusi Garachi, while briefing newsmen shortly after the flags off ceremony for the 6000 eye medical outreach in the state  Attahiru Ahmed Gussu A philanthropist in Zamfara state, Alhaji Sanusi Garachi has launched eye medical outreach for 6000 people across the four local government areas in the state. Speaking at the formal launching of the program held today at the Gussu Emir's palace,the philanthropist Sanusi Garachi seek for Royal blessing for the successfully implementation of the exercise in the state. He said,the eye medical outreach was aimed to address one of the major identified problem of less privileged people that needed urgent attention across the four local government areas of Gusau,Tsafe, Bungudu and Maru in the state. "In addition to the 6000 eye medical outreach,we also paid for medical bills of less privileged patients at hospital and settle debts for some inmates at correctional centers as part of our humanitarian activiti...

NUJ Kebbi council supports 30 families of late Colleagues.

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From : Ayodele Ajoge, Birnin-Kebbi. The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ),p Kebbi State Council has on Friday doled out grains and N10,000 cash to 30 families members of late Colleagues in the State. The Chairman of the Council, Alhaji Bello Abubakar-Sarki, disclosed this during the distribution exercise organised by the council in Birnin Kebbi. Abubakar-Sarki said the gesture was initiated 11 years ago and had been sustained by successive NUJ leadership in the State as part of efforts to support the families of late colleagues. “Today, we are distributing palliatives, which include a bag of rice and N10,000 cash each to about 30 families of our late colleagues, this gesture has been made possible through prudent savings and solidarity within the union." He said. The chairman expressed appreciation to the Kebbi Governor, Nasir Idris, for his continued support for working journalists in the state.

Reps. Member Abba Yarima distributes 6,600 bags of food items in Zamfara

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Attahiru Ahmed Gussu  A Federal lawmaker Representing Zamfara state, Hon. Mohammed Sani Ahmed (Abba Yariman Bakura) has distributed 6,600,000 bags of assorted food items to poor, Vulnerables, internally displaced persons (IDP's) and supporters as Ramadan welfare package to his constituents in the state. Hon. Abba Yariman Bakura representing Bakura/Maradun Federal Constituency in Zamfara State has reiterated his concern to the welfare and well being of his constituents particularly less privileged people in the state. Speaking shortly after the flagged off ceremony held in the state ,the committee chairman for the distribution exercise Alhaji Aliyu S.Pawa Bakura explained that the assorted food items distributed includes rice,millet, Sugar and milk to Vulnerables, internally displaced persons (IDP's) and supporters across Bakura and Maradun local government areas. "The assorted food items comprises of 3000 bags of rice,2000 bags of millet,1000 bags ...

Zamfara APC welcomes Governor Lawal

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From Ahmed Attahir  The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress APC happily welcomes Zamfara State governor Dauda Lawal and his teeming supporters into its fold. In a statement issued by the Zamfara state APC Publicity Secretary Yusuf Idris on Monday night, said the governor's decision and resolve to join the ruling party is indeed a welcome initiative and a strong boost that will further solidify the bond of Zamfara people as a formidable indivisible entity. The statement reads in parts: "On behalf of the State APC leader, His Excellency, Bello Muhammad Matawalle MON and Minister of State for Defence and other party leaders especially Senator Ahmad Rufai Sani, His Excellency Mahmud Aliyu Shinkafi and His Excellency Senator Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar party executives under the chairmanship of Hon Tukur Umar Danfulani and all other critical stakeholders, we heartily welcome the Zamfara State Executive Governor Dauda lawal with the assurance of full sup...

Kebbi: Religious Ministry berates clerics,warns against unguided preachings.

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From : Ayodele Ajoge, Birnin-Kebbi  The Kebbi State Ministry of Religious Affairs has denied accusations that the people of the state have not reaped the benefits of state creation, as he warned clerics against unguided preachings in the state. While Briefing Newsmen in Birnin Kebbi on Sunday, the Commissioner for religion affairs, Arc. Sani Aliyu, stated that the creation of the Ministry stands out as the premier achievement of religious duty by incumbent administration of Comrade Nasir Idris. He stated further that Kebbi State have agitated for the establishment of Religious Affairs Ministry for more than 30 years until the advent of the present government which hearkened to their aspirations. He further Stated that the administration has created Religious Preaching Board, Zakkat and Endowment Board, Hisbah Board, and all Laws establishing these Boards have been gazetted and now fully functional It is therefore unfathomable for an individual, named Bashir Jega, t...

Ramadan : Kebbi Govt distributes assorted food items to indigenes.

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From : Ayodele Ajoge, Birnin-Kebbi  The Kebbi State Government has  commences distribution of Ramadan food palliatives and distribution of farm imputes for dry season farming under the Kaura Agricultural Development Agenda (KADA) in Birnin-Kebbi, the State capital.  In his address, State Governor, Nasir Idris, described the occasion as a significant milestone in the state’s agricultural transformation drive. He said the KADA has remains focused on empowering farmers, improving productivity, and enhancing food security. According to him, the administration’s sustained investment in free farm imputs, machinery, and extension services demonstrates its unwavering commitment to boosting agricultural output and strengthening both the state and national economies. Governor Idris disclosed that Kebbi State recorded steady  growth in rice production, with annual output increasing from 3.05 million tons in 2023 to 3.15 million tons in 2024, while projections for 20...

Humanitarian service: Zamfara first lady bags three prestigious traditional titles.

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From Ahmed Attahir  The First Lady of Zamfara State Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal was bestowed with three distinguished traditional titles for her commitment to humanitarian service across the state. In a statement issued on Tuesday night by the press secretary office of the Zamfara state first lady Rabi Yusuf said  within the span of one week,the first lady was bestowed with traditional titles by three Emirate in the state. "This is an extraordinary recognition of her commitment to humanitarian service and sustainable development across Zamfara State".  The statement reads in parts: "In a remarkable display of royal endorsement and community appreciation, eminent traditional rulers across the state conferred these honors in acknowledgement of Her Excellency’s transformative contributions to women empowerment, education advancement, healthcare improvement and grassroots development. "The historic series of coronations commenced in Birnin Magaji,...