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Complete ongoing projects, Oborevwori tells NDDC

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The Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, has called on the management of Niger Delta Development Commission to complete all ongoing and uncompleted projects in the state.

Oborevwori also urged the NDDC to embark on projects that will add value to the lives of the people of the region, just as he made case for a strategic and collaborative approach between the commission and Niger Delta states to address challenges confronting the people of the region.

The governor spoke at the Delta State Government House, Asaba, during a courtesy visit by members of the NDDC management team on Friday, according to a statement by the Director of Corporate Affairs of the commission, Seledi Thompson-Wakama.

Oborevwori pledged to collaborate and support the commission in its efforts to fast-track the development of the Niger Delta region.

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“I assure you that we are ready to collaborate with all development agencies committed to the development of the Niger Delta region and we are going to support you to enable you to discharge your duties”, he stated.

Responding to the NDDC’s request for collaboration on the execution of the Omadino-Okeronkoko-Escravos Road, Oborevwari said such a partnership was a welcome development.

The Governor advised the commission to avoid duplication of projects, stating that it is very necessary to consult the states before embarking on projects in their respective territories.

Speaking earlier, the NDDC Managing Director, Samuel Ogbuku, said that the commission would increase its collaboration with development partners, including the state governments and other stakeholders to achieve its objectives.

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Ogbuku assured the Governor that the commission would work in synergy with governors in the nine states covered by the NDDC.

He stressed the need to re-activate the NDDC Advisory Committee as provided by its Establishment Act, to advise and monitor the activities of the commission.

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RAMADAN! CAN threatens court action over closure of schools in northern Nigeria

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The Christian Association of Nigeria has issued an ultimatum to the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states, demanding the reversal of their directives mandating a five-week closure of schools for the Ramadan fast.

CAN described the move as discriminatory and a violation of the rights of non-Muslim students, warning that it would pursue legal action if the orders were not rescinded.

In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, CAN President, Daniel Okoh, criticized the policy, highlighting its potential to worsen the educational crisis in the affected states, which already account for 44% of Nigeria’s out-of-school children.

“Education is a fundamental right and the bedrock of progress,” Okoh stated.

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“The closure of schools across these states, ranging from nursery to tertiary levels, for an extended period disrupts academic schedules and threatens the educational advancement of millions of students.”

He added that the decision lacked transparency and failed to involve broad consultations with stakeholders, including Christian leaders, educators, and parents.

“Policies impacting diverse populations—Muslims, Christians, and others—demand transparent, inclusive dialogue with parents, educators, religious leaders, and school proprietors.

“The absence of such engagement erodes trust and unity in our pluralistic society,” Okoh remarked.

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Citing examples from predominantly Islamic nations like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, the CAN President argued that Nigeria should adopt pragmatic measures that balance religious observance with education.

“Globally, nations like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates—where Islam is central and Ramadan deeply revered—do not shut down schools for the entire fasting period.

“Instead, they adapt schedules, shortening hours or offering flexibility, to balance education with religious practice. A month-long closure, or five weeks in Bauchi’s case, is excessive and departs from sensible precedent,” Okoh said.

CAN emphasised that it remains committed to interfaith harmony but would not tolerate policies that undermine constitutional rights.

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The association called on Governors Bala Mohammed (Bauchi), Dikko Umar Radda (Katsina), Abba Kabir Yusuf (Kano), and Nasir Idris (Kebbi) to engage stakeholders in constructive dialogue to resolve the issue.

“Transparency is essential, and we expect these governments to act in good faith by promptly engaging all parties.

“The education of our children and the unity of our states are at stake. Should these rights face further jeopardy or dialogue fail to deliver justice, CAN is prepared to seek legal recourse,” Okoh warned.

CAN concluded with an appeal for calm among residents of the affected states, urging unity and cooperation to ensure no child’s education is compromised.

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“Let us unite as Nigerians to forge a society where faith and progress harmonize, where no child’s education is compromised, and where every community is valued,” the statement read.

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Governor Bago Dedicates Sun Newspaper Award to Nigerian Farmers

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By Gloria Ikibah
The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has dedicated his 2024 Sun Newspaper Governor of the Year in Agriculture Award to all farmers across Nigeria.
Speaking after receiving the award in Lagos, Governor Bago emphasised that the recognition was not just for him but for the people of Niger State and the entire farming community in the country.
He expressed gratitude to the management and staff of ‘The Sun Publishing Limited’ for acknowledging his contributions to agriculture and pledged continued commitment to advancing food security in Nigeria.
Chairman of the occasion and National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, congratulated all award recipients, describing their honors as well-deserved. He urged journalists to prioritize developmental reporting while upholding professional ethics.
Other awardees included Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, Governors Ahmad Aliyu of Sokoto state, Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau state, Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi state, and notable figures like Senator Ali Ndume, Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo, Ebonyi First Lady Mary-Maudline Nwifuru, and NDDC Managing Director Dr. Samuel Ogbuku.
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Candidate From Zamfara With 120 In JAMB May Study Medicine At ABU, My Child With 240 May Not -Luka Binniyat

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By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Luka Binniyat, the national spokesman for the Middle Belt Forum, has raised concerns about what he sees as unfair admission policies in some universities in the north.

Speaking in an interview with Punch, Luka Binniyat mentioned that his child who is from the Christian North scored 240 in JAMB may not be allowed to study Medicine at Ahmadu Bello University located in Zaria, Kaduna State.

However, he said a student from Zamfara State who scored as low as 120 may be admitted into the university for the same course.

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He queried how such a system could promote unity in the north?

In Luka Binniyat’s exact words: “How can my child, who is from the Christian North, score 200 in JAMB or 240 points in JAMB, and he cannot study Medicine at Ahmadu Bello University, but a child from Zamfara State who scored 120 is allowed to study Medicine? How can there be unity?”

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