Gov Sani Bello commissions remodeled Suleja General Hospital

Niger state Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State has commissioned the remodeled Suleja General Hospital.   The hospital which has been in a dilapidated condition for close to 59 years now wears a new look. Speaking during the commissioning of the project, Governor Sani Bello said the hospital needed expansion and total rebuilding to allow it serve indigenes as well as other Nigerians.   “This hospital was built 59 years ago. This means that the hospital needs expansion and complete rebuilding which we have done for the people of…

Suleja needs urgent Urban Renewal

Suleja, a city in Niger State, just north of an approximately 40 minutes’ drive to Abuja, is one of the towns not officially recognized by the authorities as a satellite town to the FCT. Ab initio, as far back as 1987 the Niger State government foresaw the problem that Suleja may face in the future and that is why a town planning firm was engaged to produce a Suleja Master Plan 1987-2006, spanning 25 years. Prior to that, in 1979 another planning consortium known as M-Plan was engaged by the…

ZUNGERU HYDROELECTRIC DAM: Gov Sani Bello applauds President Buhari,says project ‘ll boost power supply, beneficiary to host communities

Niger state Governor ,Abubakar Sani Bello has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for the completion of the 700MW Zungeru Hydroelectric Power Project in Niger State.   The Governor gave the commendation when he joined the Minister of Power, Eng. Abubakar Aliyu and the Chairman,Senate Committee on Power, Senator Gabriel Suswam on a fact-finding visit to the facility.   He described the project as excellent, adding that the Hydroelectric Dam being the fourth in the state would benefit the surrounding communities and ensure access to more electricity to the people of the…

INSECURITY: Gov Sani Bello receives AIG Zone 7, seeks more Mobile Squads

Niger State Governor ,Abubakar Sani Bello has called for more mobile squads to be posted to sensitive areas of the state in a bid to limit the movement of bandits from neighbouring states into Niger State.   The Governor made the call when he received the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Zone ‘7’, Aliyu Garba on a courtesy visit at the Government House, Minna. Governor Sani Bello informed the AIG Aliyu Garba how the state has been enjoying relative peace from banditry attacks for some period, except for the…

2023 WORKERS DAY: Niger Govt felicitates workers, harps on productivity …… As Gov Sani Bello urges support for incoming administration

Niger State Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has tasked workers to be more efficient and productive in the discharge of their duties for the progress and development of the state. He said it became imperative that civil servants be effective and productive in the performance of their duties in their interest too. In a statement to mark the 2023 Worker’s Day in Minna, Niger state capital,Governor Sani Bello said although he is leaving office in a couple of days, he is still concerned with the huge wage bill of the state…

Gov Sani Bello appoints Muhammad Awwal Aliyu as Executive Secretary State Pilgrims Welfare Board

The Governor of Niger State, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello has approved the appointment of Muhammad Awwal Aliyu as the new Executive Secretary, Niger State Pilgrims Welfare Board. A statement issued by Ahmed Ibrahim Matane, Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG) disclosed that the appointment of Muhammad Awwal Aliyu to the challenging position was based on professionalism, merit, proven credentials, integrity, and outstanding records of decades of experience. According to the SSG, “the new Executive Secretary is expected to comply with the operational structure and policy objective as contained…

Gov Sani Bello pays condolence visit to Emir of Lapai over wife’s death

Niger State Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has paid a condolence visit to the Emir of Lapai, Alhaji Umar Bago III over the death of his wife, Hajiya Lare Adama Umar Bago. Governor Sani Bello who was at the Emir’s Palace in Lapai, encouraged the Emir to remain steadfast in God knowing that the deceased lived a good life. Former Governor of the State, Dr. Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu who was also on condolence visit, said death is a test from God and that though it come with pains, however, condolence visit…

Gov Sani Bello commiserates with Emir of Lapai over wife’s death

Niger State Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has commiserated with the Emir of Lapai, Alhaji Umar Bago III over the death of his wife, Hajiya Lare Adama Umar Bago.   Gov Sani Bello in a statement described the deceased as a remarkably supportive wife and mother who also dedicated her lifetime in servitude to God Almighty and humanity in general.   The Governor who acknowledged the inevitability of death, said late Hajiya Lare Adama would surely be missed for her philanthropist and general advocacy and care for women, children and the…

EID-EL-FITR :Suleja Emirate hosts Gov Sani Bello …… Prays for successful transition in the state

As part of activities marking the Eid-El-Fitr Celebration, a reception was today organised in honour of Niger State Governor Abubakar Sani Bello by the Sarkin Zazzau Suleja, Mallam Muhammad Awwal Ibrahim at his Palace. The Governor who was elated by the warmth reception, appreciated the Emir and the people of the Emirate.   In his remarks, Sarkin Zazzau Suleja expressed gratitude to God for the successful completion of the Ramadan Fast and Eid Prayers. The Emir thanked the Governor for performing his last Eid as a Governor in the Emirate.…