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Shinkafi's Kinsmen pass vote of confidence on Executive Secretary SMDF leadrrship

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Fatima Umar Aliyu Shinkafi,Executive Secretary Solid Mineral Development Fund during home visit to Shinkafi. From Ahmed Attahir In zamfara state, residents of Shinkafi Local Government and sarrounding community,including traditional title holders, and Ulamas have passed vote of confidence on their Daughter's representation Hajiya Fatima Umar Shinkafi as Executive Secretary Solid Mineral Development Fund (SMDF). Shinkafi town was standstill as thousands of supporters, family members, traditional title holders, respected Ulama, students, and well-wishers flooded the streets to welcome their daughter, Hajiya Fatima Umar Shinkafi during organised reception to appreciate her representation at the federal level. It was a historic moment for the people of Shinkafi,the reception was nothing short of extraordinary as the town erupted in jubilation upon her arrival. Supporters lined the roads chanting "Mama Fatima Oyoyo, Sai Mama Fatima" waving in excitement and celebrating the ret...

Late Emir of Gusau Foundation meets to strategise 4 foundation pillars

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Members of the late Emir of Gusau,Ibrahim Bello foundation,(BOTs, CWC ). From Ahmed Attahir  The committee memberd of late Sarkin Katsinan Gusau Ibrahim Bello (SAKIB) Foundation held Board of Trustees (BoTs), Management, and Central Working Committee (CWC) meeting to strategise four foundation pillars. The Emir of Gusau, Alhaji Abdulqadir Ibrahim Bello is the Founder and Grand Patron of Late Ibrshim Bello Foundation in the state. In a statement issued in Gusau by the Secretary of the Foundation, Alhaji Hassan Abdul  Gusau said the meetings have participants from various stakeholders with the aim of finalizing the Strategic Planning documents on the four pillars of Education, Health, Investment and Humanitarian Services for the benefit of the vulnerable population in the Gusau Emirate, Zamfara and Nigeria at large. Members in attendance at the meeting were the BoT Alhaji Malami Sarkin Pawa Gusau, Arc. Abubakar Abdu Gusau, Alhaji Muhammadu Janjunan Anka, Alhaji Bashir Muhammad N...

Sallah Message: Reps Jaji felicitate with Muslims,urges sustained prayers for peace.

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From Ahmed Attahir A Member of the Federal House of Representatives, representing Kaura Namoda/ Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency, Rt Hon Dr Aminu Sani Jaji PhD has called on constituents and Muslims in general to sustain the spirit of devotion, sacrifice and supplication cultivated during the holy month of Ramadan. In a sallah message issued by media aid to the reps member, Mallam Jamilu Iliyasu Birnin Magaji, reported that the Hon. Dr Aminu Sani Jaji wishes Muslim faithfuls a joyous and peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. "In a Sallah goodwill message to the people of Zamfara state and Nigeria marking the successful completion of the Ramadan fast, Hon Aminu Sani Jaji emphasized that Eid-el-Fitr is not only a time of celebration but also a moment for sober reflection, urging the Muslims Ummah to translate the lessons of the Sacred month of Ramadan in their day today activities.  "The Lawmaker explained that "As we celebrate this year's Eid-el-Fitr Festiv...

Kebbi: Gov Idris felicitates with Muslims promises inclusiveness.

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From : Ayodele Ajoge, Birnin-Kebbi  Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has congratulated Muslims across the state on the successful completion of Ramadan and the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy, Abdullahi Idris Zuru, the governor praised the people’s dedication to prayers and sacrifices during the holy month. He also commended their resilience and support for his administration’s programs in education, infrastructure, agriculture, and economic empowerment. Highlighting recent initiatives, Governor Idris noted that the distribution of Ramadan palliatives and dry season farming inputs was more extensive than in previous years, reflecting his administration’s commitment to timely intervention. On security, he reassured residents of continued support for security agencies and training of volunteer youths. “Hundreds of youth volunteers are being trained by a combined team from the military, police, Stat...

Hajj 2026 : Kebbi PWA concludes Visa issuance for intending Pilgrims.

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From : Ayodele Ajoge, Birnin-Kebbi  The Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has successfully completed the issuance of visas to all intending pilgrims from the state for the 2026 Hajj exercise. The Executive Chairman of the Agency, Alhaji Faruku Aliyu Yaro who was represented by the Director of ICT, Alh Faruku Jabbo announced the development while briefing officials of the agency in Birnin Kebbi. He said the  achievement was part of the agency’s commitment to ensuring smooth and timely preparations for the holy pilgrimage. According to him, the early completion of the visa process will allow pilgrims adequate time to finalize other necessary travel arrangements ahead of their departure to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He commended the support and cooperation of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) as well as the staff of the agency for their dedication in ensuring that all documentation processes were completed without delay. Alhaji Faruku Jabbo also urg...

Late NUT deputy Sec.General a committed unionist - Zamfara chairman.

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From Ahmed Attahir  The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Zamfara state has expressed deep sorrow over demised of the Deputy Secretary General of the Union, Comrade Adamu Ango, saying late Ango was a committed unionist. In a statement issued on Sunday night,the Zamfara NUT Executives describing his death as a painful loss to the entire teaching profession and the education sector in Nigeria. The statement reads in parts:"The Zamfara State Chairman, Comrade Sanusi Abdullahi Sarkin Daji Anka, extended its heartfelt condolences to the National leadership of NUT, members of the National Executive Council (NEC), as well as the family, friends and associates of the late union leader. "Comrade Sanusi Abdullahi stated that the Zamfara State Executive Council and teachers across the state received the news of Comrade Ango’s death with shock and sadness, noting that the late Deputy Secretary General dedicated his life to the service of teachers and the advancement of educati...

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...