Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has placed Professor Abu Kasim Adamu, the Vice Chancellor of Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida University, on compulsory leave, two months before his tenure ends. The directive was issued through the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Abdullahi Adamu Mamagi, with a threat of dismissal if not executed. The reasons for the suspension remain undisclosed, though sources suggest it may be linked to alleged disobedience to state directives. Hassan Ibrahim has been appointed as the Acting Vice Chancellor.

Ibrahim Rabiu, a Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, was attacked and stabbed by hoodlums in Minna while returning home from work. The incident occurred in a tricycle, where Rabiu was assaulted by nine armed individuals. Despite being stabbed twice, his uniform prevented further harm. The attackers stole his phone and valuables before fleeing. Rabiu has since been discharged from the hospital and is recovering at home.

Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has approved a new minimum wage of N80,000 for workers, effective from November 2024. The decision followed a meeting with the Nigeria Labour Congress, with the Governor expressing confidence in the state's ability to sustain the wage through agricultural initiatives. The Niger NLC chairman, Idrees Lafene, praised the Governor for exceeding the Labour Union's expectations, positioning Niger State among the leading states in implementing the minimum wage.

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has issued a warning to school owners and candidates against proxy enrolment, emphasizing the risks of result withholding and cancellation. NECO's statement, delivered by Director Azeez Sani, highlights measures to combat examination malpractice, including biometric data capturing and the NECO e-Verify platform for result verification. The council urges genuine candidate registration to prevent identity theft and fake results.

In Niger state, terrorists killed three people between Bangi and Kotonkoro in Mariga local government area. The attack occurred on Sunday morning when the terrorists blocked the road and shot at vehicles, resulting in the deaths of three passengers, including Alhaji Ibrahim. Alhaji Shehu Kotonkoro, the car owner, reported the incident and mentioned the abduction of two rice farmers. Alhaji Abbas Musa Kasuwa, Chairman of Mariga local government, expressed concern over the increasing terrorist activities in the area, attributed to its border with Zamfara, Kebbi, and Kaduna States.

The Nigeria for Women Project has empowered over 75,545 women in Niger State by forming 3,601 Women Affinity Groups and providing N60,000 grants. The project, piloted in Agaie, Gurara, and Wushishi local government areas, aims to improve women's livelihoods and discourage unethical businesses. Beneficiaries have received training on financial inclusion, education, and gender-based skills. The grants have enabled women to enhance their businesses, such as the Tufa Rice Processing and Marketing Collective, which has improved its market presence. Community leaders have recognized the project's significant impact on women's socio-economic status.

The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) has praised the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) for electing Engineer Margaret Aina Oguntala as its first female president in its 65-year history. APWEN President Elizabeth Eterigho highlighted this as a significant step towards gender equality in engineering. The article emphasizes the importance of this milestone for women engineers in Nigeria and calls for support for Oguntala's tenure. Other newly elected female executives were also congratulated.

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago has requested to be called 'Farmer Governor' to emphasize his administration's focus on agriculture. During the 2024 budget presentation to the state House of Assembly, he clarified that civil servants in certain ministries should dress appropriately for their roles. Additionally, the state Trade Fair Complex has been renamed Bola Tinubu Square and repurposed for sports and recreation.

The National Examinations Council (NECO) will soon acquire flying boats to transport examination materials to riverine areas, as announced by the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman. This initiative aims to address logistical challenges and prevent examination leakages. NECO has also commissioned five projects, including 70 examination logistics vehicles, a data center, and a scanning center, to enhance the delivery and security of examination processes. The Registrar of NECO, Professor Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, highlighted the importance of these projects in ensuring timely delivery of materials and faster result processing. Additionally, new NECO state offices are being constructed to further support the council's mission.

The Catholic Diocese of Minna plans to offer trauma healing programs for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and victims of terrorism in Niger State, addressing post-traumatic stress disorder. Rev. Father Dauda Musa Bahago, Coordinator of the Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC), emphasized the need for mental health support beyond just food provisions. The Diocese has been providing relief materials and medical services through Divine Mercy Hospital and is appealing for support to provide mental and psycho-social assistance to IDPs.