Gombe, Nigeria • Current Affairs, Entertainment & Celebrity, Paranormal, Social, Cultural, Breaking News

The Secretary to the Gombe State Government Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi has challenged the people of Ture in Kaltungo Local Government to be deliberate in their approach towards the development of their community.

The SSG stated this when he granted audience to a group of opinion leaders Read moreled by Major Peter Yazu Rtd.

He advise the community leaders to consider the establishment of an Educational endowment fund for the benefit of the future generation.

He stressed that if Ture community eventually have an endowment fund to support the education of the young individuals, especially the less privileged,  beneficiaries of the gesture will forever remain grateful to the community.

The SSG had while assuring members of the Community of  government continue support to the provision of basic amenities in the area, says government alone can not shoulder the responsibility of every citizen. 

He added that with many competing demands, meeting the needs of every citizen in the State is nearly impossible hence the need for groups and individual to compliment government effort.

Prof Njodi further advice the community to formally put their complaints in writing, a concern that seek for an additional Village Head, Construction of Ture district Head Palace and water supply among others.

On Politics, the SSG caution the people of Ture ward on the negative effect of being in the opposition calling on them to always support the ruling government for the progress and development of the area.

Earlier in their separate remarks, leader of the delegation Major Peter Yazu Rtd and Professor Salisu Ali Rakum Said they were in the Government House to identify, facilitate and appreciate the good leadership of the State Government under the leadership of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya.

While thanking the Governor for the provision of Health care, educational development, creation of one additional village Head, provision of water and other social amenities, the duo further appeal to the State government to explore the Tourism potentials of the district like the Lapantun water falls, the Tomb of Lt. Philip who died at Kilang Hill.

They pledge the support and loyalty of the people of Ture to the present administration of  Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya.
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Gombe, Nigeria • Current Affairs, Paranormal, Training, Breaking News

The Hon Commissioner of Education Prof Aishatu Umar Maigari made the call while inaugurating the committee during a one day education stakeholders meeting at Emerald Hotel today.

The Hon Commissioner said this is a step forward to ensure the actualization of the vision of Gombe State Government Read morein repositioning education in the state.

She said part of the mandate of the coordinating committee in line with it's Terms of Reference, is to fine tune ways to address critical issues in education.

Prof Aishatu Maigari also said the committee will be replicated at the local government level to assist in identifying challenges from the grassroots.

The committee comprises of Education experts, Civil Society and Religious organizations, Education Secretaries, Legislative arm of government and People with Disability among others.

In a remark, the Chairman House Committee on Education, Hon Shuaibu Adamu assured the support of the legislatures in facilitating the smooth execution of the committee's mandate to move the education sector to the next level.

Earlier, a UNICEF Bauchi Field office Education Expert Mr. Rahpeal Agibola explained to the participants the role and responsibility of the coordination committee and commended  Gombe State Government for achieving success through different interventions by partners which according to him are all geared towards addressing issues in education.

The Executive Chairman SUBEB,  represented by the Permanent Member two, Dr Hauwa Umar, as well as other participants  contributed immensely during the program.

The inaugurated committee has Prof Aishatu Umar Maigari as Chairperson, while members were drawn from the education stakeholders in the state.
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Gombe, Nigeria • Current Affairs, Risk Analysis, Social, Breaking News

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Tuesday convened an emergency Security Council meeting
over the recent tragic incident that occurred during an Easter procession in Billiri, Gombe State, which resulted in the loss of lives and injuries to many.

Addressing pressmen shortly Read moreafter the meeting, the Gombe State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Zubair Mohammed Umar, disclosed that the meeting was necessary for the government to take decisive action on the incident and implement measures to prevent future occurrences.

He stated that the Council noted with deep concern, the unfortunate incident and extended its sympathies to the affected families.

The council,  he said, resolved to support the families of the deceased and cover the medical bills of those currently receiving treatment in hospitals.

He added that the Governor had directed a thorough investigation and the immediate arraignment of the suspect, so that the court can pronounce a punishment befitting of the offense committed.

To prevent similar incidents in the future, the Council directed that all organizations in the state, including religious bodies planning to hold any form of procession, should give prior notice to security agencies in their respective areas, to enable authorities to ensure adequate protection.

The Commissioner further announced that the Council resolved to convene meetings ahead of every festivity in the state, with the aim of strategizing on measures to protect citizens, ensure effective crowd management and traffic control.

The meeting was attended by the Deputy Governor,  Manassah Daniel Jatau,  Secretary to the State Government,  Prof Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi,  Chief of Staff,  Abubakar Inuwa Kari,  Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice,  Barr Zubair Muhammad Umar, Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs,  Col Abdullahi Bello ( Rtd), Special Adviser on Security, Abubakar Aminu, ALGON Chairman,  Barr. Sani Ahmad Haruna, DG GOSTEC, ACP Ibrahim Bappah ( Rtd); Heads of Security Agencies, including Police Commissioner, State Director of Security,  Commandant 301 Artillery Brigade, Commandant of Civil Defence Corps and Head of Defence Intelligence Agency. 

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