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Speaker Abbas Facilitates N80bn Educational Projects in Zaria
By Gloria Ikibah
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has applauded Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, for facilitating the establishment of four tertiary institutions in Zaria worth N80 billion.
Governor Sani, speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony on Sunday, highlighted the significance of the projects, which include a campus for the National Open University, the Federal College of Education, the Federal College of Nursing, and the College of Legal Studies. He described Speaker Abbas as a visionary leader committed to the development of Kaduna State and Nigeria.
Sani said: “Only the Rt. Hon. Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, can facilitate projects worth N80 billion to Zaria.”
“These interventions are unprecedented and will complement the efforts of the Kaduna State Government in providing opportunities for our citizens.”
In his address, Speaker Abbas emphasized that the project, dubbed the “Zaria Education City,” aligns with Zaria’s historic reputation as a center of learning.
“This is the first time four tertiary institutions will commence simultaneously in one city,” Abbas stated. “Zaria has always been known for education, not commerce or industry, and this initiative will further strengthen its legacy.”
Abbas explained that the institutions were carefully chosen based on a needs assessment in Kaduna State, focusing on critical sectors such as health, education, and law:
- Federal College of Nursing: To address shortages of qualified nurses and midwives in Kaduna State.
- Federal College of Education: To ensure the training of teachers for primary and junior secondary schools.
- National Open University Campus: To provide flexible learning opportunities for working professionals and elders.
- College of Legal Studies: To tackle the shortage of legal professionals, including lawyers, Kadis, and magistrates.
Speaker Abbas further assured of the timely completion of the projects, setting a target of 18 months, even as he estimated that the institutions would collectively cost over N80 billion and pledged to source the necessary funding.
Abbas commended Governor Sani for his swift allocation of land for the projects.
“This land was approved by His Excellency within 48 hours of our request. His commitment to these initiatives reflects his dedication to the development of Kaduna State.”
The Speaker concluded by expressing optimism about the transformative impact of these institutions on Zaria and the entire state.
The Senator representing Taraba Central Senatorial District, Senator Haruna Manu celebrates Easter with Christians in Taraba and Nigeria in general calling on them to coexist peacefully.
Manu in his message said, the festivity which is actually after the Lenten period calls for sober reflection and prayers.
“As we celebrate Easter may the Almighty God yield to our prayer requests and bless the works of our hands.
“I congratulate our christian brothers and sisters as we celebrate Easter and coexist peacefully in our beloved country.
A member of the House of Representatives, Kabiru Alhassan Rirum, has appealed to hunters from the Northern states to desist from moving to the South for hunting purposes.
Kabiru, who represents Rano/Bunkure/ Kibya Federal Constituency reasoned that such movement for hunting purposes was no longer feasible in the present- day Nigeria.
Speaking during a condolence visit to the families of the Uromi hunters in Torankawa town in Bunkure LGA of Kano State on Thursday, Rirum, stressed that the present day Nigeria requires people doing businesses that would not create suspicion that might result or lead to uncertaintie.
“Carrying dangerous weapons and moving around with them from one end to another in this sensitive period of insecurity in the land will surely send a bad signal and results in chaos,” he said.
He recalled that recently over 30 hunters from Rano were apprehended in Ondo State, adding that he had to personally reach out to the Ondo State governor, including showing clear evidence that they were not criminals, before they were released. Rirum, who condoled the victims’ families with the sum of N5 million, pledged to build an Islamic school in the area to cater for the orphans of the deceased hunters.
The Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has said that the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Enugu State, will be temporarily shut down for emergency runway repairs.
The Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, said in a statement in the early hours of Saturday that this measure measure became necessary due to a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical section of the runway.
FAAN said that while the repairs are ongoing, all flights would be redirected to nearby airports.
She said: “There is a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical section of the runway. Hence, emergency repairs will be conducted on that portion of the runway from April 22nd to May 6th, 2025.
“In compliance with Nigerian civil aviation regulations, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has, therefore, closed the runway during this period. As part of FAAN’s commitment to passenger safety and the modernisation of airport facilities, the runway will not be open for landings or takeoffs during the rehabilitation period.
“FAAN appeals to all airport users and stakeholders for their understanding and cooperation during this time. All flights to this airport will be diverted to nearby airports. We sincerely apologise for the late and unexpected notice regarding this closure.”
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