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COVID-19: Niger Govt to sign an Executive order for compulsory use of face mask ….. violators to pay five thousand naira fine

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Niger state Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has directed the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General of the State to prepare an executive order for the enforcement of compulsory use of face Mask in the State following the surge in the number of COVID-19 confirmed cases in the State.   The directive followed a holistic briefing of the activities of the State COVID-19 Committee to the Governor, as well as the current situation of the dreaded pandemic in the State.   Governor Sani Bello who said the order will take effect…

Niger Govt reaffirms commitment to Ease of Doing Business ….. as Niger State Fertilizer Company set to commence full production

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Niger State Government through the Ministry of Trade, Commerce and Investment has reiterated its commitment to make the State an investment-friendly destination for businesses to thrive. This was disclosed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Trade, Commerce and Investment,Yahaya Babawachiko,when he met with a delegation from J. Marine Logistics Limited, the company in charge of Niger State Fertilizer Company Limited,Zungeru led by Hassan Aliyu at the Conference Hall of the Ministry. Yahaya Babawachiko further explained that the present administration in Niger State led by Governor Abubakar Sani Bello since its…

Niger Govt reiterates commitment to actualization of Bobi Grazing Reserve

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Niger State Government has said it would not succumb to but will resist any attempt or threat to sabotage its efforts and commitment towards the development and actualization of the multi million dollar Bobi Grazing Reserve located in Mariga/ Mashegu Local Government Areas of the state . The State Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello, on an inclusive visit to the Reserve stated this on Monday. The Governor acknowledged the increasing cases of Armed Banditry in some parts of the state and assured that government will do whatever it takes to secure…

BANDITS ATTACK : Niger Govt commiserates with Baban-Rami residents,calls for collective actions

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Niger State Government has commiserated with the people of Mashegu Local Government Area of the State on the recent attack by Bandits, who killed seven innocent citizens in Baban-Rami, Mashegu Local Government. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Ahmed Ibrahim Matane who led a delegation to the families of those who lost their loved ones as a result of the violent attacks, reassured the people of the State that the present administration led by Governor Abubakar Sani Bello is committed to ending banditry, kidnapping and other criminality in the…

Varsity Don urges Niger Govt to convert GSS Wushishi to Model Science College

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It was a homecoming for alumni of Government Secondary School, Wushishi when they thronged Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi International Conference Centre, Minna for the 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Wushishi Old Students Association (WOSA). The occasion evoked mixed feelings for many of them who were meeting for the first time after many years. It was a feeling of sadness and joy. Joy for reuniting with friends and classmates, and sadness over the decay in the school. In his welcome remarks, the Chairman, Board of Trustees, Wushishi Old Students…

Niger SSG commiserates with Sarkin Sudan,Kontangora Emirate over Barwan’s death

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The Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG), Ahmed Ibrahim Matane has expressed sadness over the death of Alhaji Hassan Magaji AA Kira, Barwan Kontagora. Alhaji Hassan Magaji died in Kontagora after a protracted illness. In his condolence message, Ahmed Matane described late Hassan Magaji as a complete gentleman and dedicated Nigerilites, added that the great values of hard work, honesty and selflessness that the deceased left behind will be remembered. ” On behalf of the Government and people of the State, I want to convey my sincere and…

Niger Govt.reaffirms commitment to end violence against women, children – SSG

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The Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG),Ahmed Ibrahim Matane has reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to collaborate with Government and non-governmental organizations in order to end violence against women and children in the State. Ahmed Matane disclosed this when he received a report of sixteen day of activism from the National Human Rights Commission, Minna in his office. The SSG stressed that Government will continue to support any move targeted at the elimination of violence against women and children in all its ramifications. Ahmed Matane who was represented…

Niger Govt to support small farmers for greater productivity

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Niger State Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has said his administration will do its best to fully support small Farmers in the State to enhance their productivity in the best interest of Nigerlites and Nigeria as a whole. Governor Sani Bello disclosed this when he spoke at a summit currently going on at the Nation’s Capital City, Abuja. The Governor, who described the programme as laudable and timely considering the current recession that has negatively affected so many aspects of governance, said going forward, it might be difficult for Governors to…

We’ve acquired 11,000 hectares for Suleja Smart City -Niger SSG

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Niger State Government has acquired about 11,000 hectares of land for the development of Suleja Smart City. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Ahmed Ibrahim Matane disclosed this while briefing Board of Directors of the Suleja Smart City Company. Ahmed Matane explained that the development of Suleja Smart City has huge potential for transforming and modernizing the economy of the State. The SSG said that the main components of the Smart City include advanced meter in infrastructure, smart street lights, small buildings and open data. Others are assembly/manufacturing hub…

Niger Govt is commited to agricultural development – SSG

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The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Ahmed Ibrahim Matane has reaffirmed Government’s commitment to support Smallholder Farmers across the value chain in order to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 pandemic. Ahmed Matane disclosed this at the 4th Annual Harvest Festival organized by Zuma 88.5 FM Radio, Abuja with the theme: “using radio to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on food security and agriculture in Nigeria”. The SSG who is also the Chairman, State Task Force on COVID-19 Pandemic stated that it became imperative for the State Government to provide…