Author: Tahir Ahmed

EFCC arrests, detains former Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello By NEXTER The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) operatives have arrested a former governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello, for alleged financial misconduct during his tenure. The former governor, it was gathered, was arrested Tuesday afternoon in Abuja. EFCC spokesperson, Mr. Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrest to journalists. “We have arrested him. Our chief security officer arrested him, and he was brought in at 12:54 pm. “He is currently undergoing interrogation and remains in our custody,” he said. He said that Yahaya Bello, who was declared wanted by the commission, never…

You’re dependable ally, Bago salutes Betera @58 By Aideloje Ojo, Minna Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has extended his heartfelt felicitation to his close ally, Muktar Aliyu Betera, Member House of Representatives, representing Biu/Bayo/Shani/Kwaya Kusar Federal Constituency of Borno State, on his 58th birthday. In a birthday message by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, Bago described the celebrant as a dependable friend, and a partner in progress. He said, ” our friendship has stood firm in moments of triumph and trials, and we have together, advocated and championed ideals of unity, patriotism and togetherness.” He applauded the extraordinary…

Niger pays N150m AGILE counterpart fund, earmarks 534 schools for renovation By Aideloje Ojo Niger state government has released N150m counterpart fund for the World Bank assisted Adolescent Girl Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project in the state. Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr. Hadiza Asabe Muhammad disclosed in an exclusive interview with NEXTER in Minna at the weekend. She explained that the development partner has earmarked the sum of $80m for the project in the state, adding that, “Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has released the state counterpart fund of N150m for the project “. According to…

Bago’s aide, Nma Kolo mourns Chief Imam of Minna By NEXTER Malam Nma Kolo, Special Adviser Political to the Niger state Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago, has paid glowing tribute to the late Imam of Minna, Sheikh Isah Fari, describing him as an embodiment of humility and kindness. Sheikh Fari died Saturday night at the age of 93. He served as the Chief Imam of Minna for over two decades. In a tribute he personally signed and made available to NEXTER on Sunday in Minna, Nma Kolo, who holds the traditional title of Jawon Minna, said the late Fari would be…

I Didn’t Reject CNG Conversion Policy – Prof Kamal By NEXTER A Professor of political science and public administration at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Prof Bello Kamal, has refuted publications in some sections of the media on his stand on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Conversion. Some sections of the media had published that the University Professor, who is the Dean Faculty of Social Sciences at NOUN Abuja, vowed not to convert his car to CNG But the university don during a chat with select journalists in Keffi, headquarters of Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, refuted…

Nasarawa Assembly approves N156.6bn 2024 supplementary budget By NEXTER The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has passed the 2024 Supplementary Budget into law, totaling N156.687 billion under the Consolidated Revenue Fund. The bill, titled, the Supplementary/Amended Appropriation Bill, 2024, was approved for funding services across the state. The Speaker of the Assembly, Mr.Danladi Jatau, announced the bill’s passage during today’s proceedings in Lafia. He noted that once signed by the Governor, the supplementary appropriation would empower the state to complete ongoing projects and initiatives. “The total recurrent expenditure after adjustments stands at N150.310 billion, while the capital expenditure is N206.257…

In this interview with NEXTER Reporter, ADELOJE OJO, the Special Adviser on Political Matters to Niger State’s Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, Honourable Nmah Kolo, said the governor has exceeded the expectations of the people of the state because he came into governance prepared. According to him, under the New Niger Agenda the state is matching steadily on the path of development and growth. Excerpts: – Gov Bago sprang a surprise by his victory in the election. What were the things that worked behind the scene to give him the edge? I don’t think so. I don’t want to use the…

Independent marketers to lift fuel directly from Dangote Refinery By NEXTER The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has reached a deal with Dangote Refinery which allows its members to lift products directly. IPMAN’s national president, Abubakar Shettima-Garima, disclosed this to journalists on Monday in Abuja. “Following our recent meeting with Aliko Dangote and members of his top management staff in Lagos, we are happy to state the following: “That the Dangote Refinery has obliged IPMAN to lift PMS, AGO and DPK directly for onward supply to IPMAN depots and retail outlets. “That this new arrangement with the Dangote…

Your legacies live on, Bago salutes ex-governor Aliyu @ 69 By Aideloje Ojo, Minna Niger state Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago has explained that the people of the state are still benefitting from the people-oriented projects executed by former governor Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu almost 10 years after his administration. Bago stated this in a congratulatory message celebrating the former governor on his 69th birthday in Minna. He said, ” the people of the state are still benefiting from some projects executed during the administration of Dr. Babangida Aliyu”. In the birthday message, signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the…

FG takes over bandit infested Alawa Game Reserve in Niger By Aideloje Ojo, Minna The federal government has taken over the Alawa Game Reserve located in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger state after upgrading it to a National Park. The game reserve, it was learnt, has been ungoverned area inhabited by terrorists in recent years. The state governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago on Monday inaugurated a transition committee to hand over the game reserve to the federal government at government house Minna. He said, “I am optimistic that our collaboration with the federal government in ensuring smooth handing and taking…