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THE STATES

Published

13 years ago

October 3, 2012

Bauchi

The Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday inaugurated
its North – East Zonal office in Bauchi.

Inaugurating the building, Governor Isa Yuguda, represented
by his deputy, Alhaji Sagir Saleh, described Bauchi “as the birth place of
PDP.”

“PDP was born in Bauchi State. The party has no ethnic,
religious or sectoral coloration,” he said.

According to him, the state government has very good
relationship with members of the executive council of the party in the zone and
added that the occasion marked the fulfilment of his promise to provide a
befitting office for the party in the zone.

Benue

The Special Assistant to Benue State Governor on Millennium
Development Goals (MDGS), Timothy Aikor, recently expressed satisfaction over the
completion of N1.8 billion MDGs projects in the state.

Aikor made this known when he addressed participants at a
one-day capacity building workshop for state and local government officials in
Makurdi recently.

He said that the funds were used to renovate and upgrade 49
primary healthcare centres in 23 local government areas of the state, pointing
out that eight bore holes were constructed in each of the local governments and
some public institutions in the state.

FCT

President Goodluck Jonathan has described the late Dr.
Abdul-Lateef Adegbite as a bridge-builder who reached across ethnic and
religious divides to promote peace and unity.

This is contained in a statement issued in Abuja by the
Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Dr Reuben Abati,

The President said that Adegbite’s tenure as the
Secretary-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA),
would forever be remembered for fostering peace and unity among religious
groups in the country.

The President said the late Adegbite would also be
remembered for his moderating influence and
observed that Adegbite’s wealth of experience in government, private
practice and especially in handling inter-religious matters , would no doubt,
be missed.

Jigawa

The Birnin kudu Local Government area of Jigawa State has
said it would buy variety of improved seeds for distribution to farmers in the
area.

Alhaji Khalid Ibrahim, the council chairman, disclosed this
in Birnin kudu in an interview with The Tide.

Ibrahim, who said this shortly after launching 12 hectares
of new maize variety demonstration farm in Birnin Kudu, said the improved seeds
to be bought were maize, ground nuts, millets, sesame and rice.

He pledged that his administration would continue to give
priority to agriculture as contained in President Goodluck Jonathan’s
transformation agenda to make things better for the citizenry.

Kaduna

Governor Patrick Yakowa of Kaduna State has threatened to
sack contractors handling the evacuation of solid waste in the state over poor
performance.

Yakowa told newsmen in Kaduna after going round the city to
assess the conduct of the state monthly sanitation exercise that the government
would review the performance of the contractors and sack those found wanting.

The governor noted the heaps of refuse dumped on major high
ways of the city, saying, “erring solid waste contractors will be sacked
irrespective of their connection because they are not fulfilling their part of
the contract agreement”.

Kano

An environmentalist, Alhaji Mohammed Shehu, has called on
residents of Kano to ensure that collection and disposal of refuse generated
are properly disposed off into designated sites.

Shehu, who gave the advice in Kano on Sunday in an interview
with The Tide said dirty environment could lead to preventable diseases.

He stressed the need for people to imbibe the culture of
cleanliness to guarantee good health.

“Cleanliness is part of our culture and the government
require the full support of the public to transform our environment,” Shehu
said.

Katsina

Head of the Immunisation Unit of the National Primary Health
Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Dr Mustapha Mahmud, says Katsina State has
the highest cases of polio infection in Nigeria.

Mahmud, who said this in Katsina while speaking with
journalists on Saturday stressed that Katsina State recorded the highest number
of polio cases out of the 88 confirmed cases in the country.

Mahmud, however, said that the state government had shown
some seriousness in tackling the menace of polio once and for all.

“The governor emphasised that funds have been released not
once or twice; he has directed the state Primary Health Care Development Agency
to release funds for polio immunisation.

Kebbi

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Alhaji Aminu
Tambuwal, on Saturday gave an assurance that the dispute with Saudi Arabia over
repatriation of some female pilgrims would be resolved amicably.

Tambuwal, the Head of the Federal Government’s delegation
appointed to resolve the matter, told newsmen in Birnin Kebbi that concerted
efforts were being made for Nigerians to perform the pilgrimage.

He expressed optimism that the matter would be resolved,
considering the cordial relations between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia.

He appealed to the prospective pilgrims to exercise patience
as the matter would be resolved to enable them to attend the religious
function.

Kogi

Governor Idris Wada of Kogi State has advised the people of
the state to be at alert as the flood will continue for a long time.

Wada who gave the
advice in Lokoja while receiving relief materials donated to the state by
Partners for Development and Baby Hanatu Foundation said that the brief he just
received from experts on the flood disaster was categorical that the state
would witness more floods.

Wada said that the government would do its best to mitigate
the effects of the disaster on the people living in the affected 332
communities spread across the nine local government areas of the state.

The governor, who had earlier met with officials of NEMA to
get a situation report on the flooding, thanked the donors for their support
and assistance, assuring them that the materials would reach the victims.

Lagos

Bi-Courtney Highway Services Limited (BCHS), the contractor
handling the reconstruction of Lagos-Ibadan expressway, says it will
re-introduce weigh bridges to regulate the weight of the cargo of haulage
trucks.

Mr Dipo Kehinde, the Head of Communications and Media
Relations in BCHS, said this while speaking with newsmen in Lagos, adding that
the measure would prevent the abuse of the highway.

Kehinde said that trucks, whose cargo exceeded the required
capacity, would be made to shed load before using the highway.

“It is because there has been some indiscipline in the past;
you cannot have a road like this without weighing what is transported on it.

Ogun

Governor Ibikunle Amosun of Ogun State has urged Nigerians
to continue to live in peace and harmony to bring about development in the
country.

Amosun made the call at a special Jumat service held at the
Central Mosque, Abeokuta, to mark the nation’s 52nd independence.

He said that the country had come of age and that activities
that would continue to bring development should be the priority of any
government.

“As we celebrate, we should give priority to policies and
programmes that will better the lives of our people.

“I believe that with the cooperation of our people, Ogun
State will move from strength to strength.

Taraba

The Taraba Deputy Governor, Alhaji Sani Abubakar, has
challenged the competence of the panel investigating allegations of gross
misconduct against him.

The Judicial Panel of Inquiry was set up by the state Acting
Chief Judge, Justice Josephine Tuktur, to investigate the allegations by the
state House of Assembly which was seeking to impeach the deputy governor.

His counsel, Barr. Yunusa Usman (SAN), said the panel was
not properly constituted and was therefore not competent to investigate the
allegations against his client.

He said the acting Chief Judge, who constituted the panel,
had over stayed the statutory three months provided by law to hold the office
in acting capacity.

The counsel also alleged that a member of the panel, Hajiya
Aisha Mohammed, had been indicted by a judicial commission set up by the
present state administration.

Zamfara

The Zamfara State Government last Friday received 137 female
pilgrims who were deported from Saudi Arabia.

The deportees, who arrived at the state capital Gusau, were
received by the Deputy Governor, Alhaji Ibrahim Wakkala, at the Presidential
Lodge.

Addressing the pilgrims, the deputy governor, who is also
the state Amirul Hajj, sympathised with the women.

Wakkala assured that the Federal Government had entered into
diplomatic discussions with the Saudi Arabian Government over the matter,
adding that the matter would be amicably resolved and that the pilgrims would
be taken back so that they could perform the Hajj.

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PH based Ibadan indigenes vow commitment To Rules of law

Published

7 days ago

December 8, 2025

The Tide

Indigenes of Ibadan residing in Port Harcourt under the aegis of Oluyole progressive Union have vowed to remain law-abiding and support government efforts towards the development of the state.

The Association said this during its 30th anniversary in Port Harcourt.

President of the Association , Pastor Oyedeji Emmanuel said members of the Association have never been indicted for any criminal activities in the state, stressing that they are ready to work and support the government towards the development of the state if given the opportunity.

He listed some achievements of the association within the last 30 years to include, promoting unity among its members , encouraging members development efforts , while over 24 plots of land have been acquired by the association in Ibadan Oyo state for onward distribution to members.

Emmanuel said the anniversary was not only to thank God for the continuous existence of the group, but recognize some individuals who have contributed towards its growth and sustenance.

Meanwhile in an address, the Public Relations Officer of the Association Mr Abdulganiyu Abdulwaheed said Oluyole progressive Union was borned out of the need to unite the growing numbers of Ibadan indigenes resident in Port Harcourt city and environs.

“When we saw the growing numbers of Ibadan indigenes residing in Port Harcourt,it was felt that a need existed for this wards to come together and know each other, but more importantly to see if we can collectively and work together as brothers and sisters”

Abdulwaheed use the occasion to pay glowing tributes to the founding fathers of the club, some of who are late and mentioned their names as, late Pa,R. A. Arulogun, late Alhaja Hamzat Olalekan, High Chief Kola Babalola (SAN), late Ismail Onifade Sonbe and Elder Biodun Popoola who is alive.

Also some of the founding members according to him, are,Mr Sikiru Fakunle,Akeem Azeez Oyeranmi who is l and Adedeji Taofeek who is late.

Also are,Mr Mansur Adegoke amongst other

He also listed past and present presidents of the club as ,Mr Fakunle O Sikiru, Oyeranmi Azeez,Adekunle Hakeem,Mr Popoola M Taiwo , Alhaji Rasheed A Olawoore ,Olubadan Rasheed and pastor Oyedeji Emmanuel Kamaru the current president of the club.

Some of those who spoke to newsmen including Alhaji Moshood Ola Ogundijo,Engr Abiodun Popoola, Fakunle Sikiru,Taye Popoola, Alhaji Rasheed Olawore and Deacon Sunday Ezekiel Atoyebi thanked the members for sustaining the club in the last 30 years.

They prayed for the continuous unity of members, while also calling on them to avoid anything that will put the association in disrepute.

High point of the event was the presentation of awards to deserving members of the club as well as others who contributed to the development of the club and the launching of the club’s almanac.

By: John Bibor

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LECAN Plans Free Electrical Installation Training Program in Rivers, Honors Veterans

Published

7 days ago

December 8, 2025

The Tide

The Licenced Electrical Contractors Association of Nigeria, (LECAN) Rivers State chapter has announced its preparedness to organize free electrical installation training for youths in Rivers State in 2026 as part of its social responsibility policy and commitment to grooming professionals in the electricity industry.

Chairman of LECAN in Rivers State, Engr Lekia Emmanuel who disclosed this during a special end of year event of the association held in Port Harcourt on Thursday, said the move was aimed at improving service delivery and ensuring sanity in the energy sector.

He explained that the training will be conducted under the supervision and certification of, Nigeria Electricity Management Services Agency, NEMSA, the parent and regulatory body of LECAN.

Engr Lekia Emmanuel further hinted that the association will embark on intensive sensitization of the public on safety standards and enforcements through the mass media while strengthening stakeholders collaboration.

He explained that, ” We in LECAN has resolved to promote professionalism in the electricity sector by carrying out free electrical installation training for youths in Rivers State, this will enable young Nigerians to develop great potentials in this important sector of the Nigeria economy.”

“It will also help in checking the infiltration of quacks, we’ll also engage critical stakeholders to enhance safety standards and enforcement in the electricity related activities and contracts.”

The association also used the event to honor veterans and other personalities that have contributed immensely to the development of the association with Excellence Service Awards.

These include; Engr Jamila Yusuf, Area Inspecting Engineer, Port Harcourt Inspectorate Field office, Elder Igwe Worli, Patron, Chief Afuedeli Moses, LECAN Zonal Coordinator, Mr Friday Deetam Kor, Comrade Valentine Nwigwe, Elder Mission Saagbara and Mr Austine Obilor.

In her remarks, the Area Inspecting Engineer Port Harcourt Inspectorate Field office of NEMSA, who was represented by Engr Josephine Ekpo commended LECAN for its commitment to safety standards and professionalism and assured a robust collaboration with the association.

On his part, the Secretary of Rivers State chapter of LECAN, Engr Nornubari Kor expressed gratitude to God for making the association to carry through the 2025 fiscal year with remarkable achievements.

He urged members of the LECAN to key into the activities of the association in 2026 with renewed zeal and deep sense of commitments to achieve desired objectives.

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Alliance Française PH, FIGN, Nexal Move To Eradicate GBV

Published

7 days ago

December 8, 2025

The Tide

The Alliance Française Port Harcourt in conjunction with the Embassy of France Nigeria over the weekend joined the globe to campaign against the 2025 gender- based violence (GBV) with the theme: “16 Days of Activism Against Gender- Based Voice”

The event which took place at the event Hall of the Alliance Française Port Harcourt was in collaboration with the Female in Gaming Network, ( FIGN) and partnership with Nexal a body that seeks to promote online safety and responsible digital behaviour.

The Tide reports that the project which was aimed at promoting digital safety and girls inclusion in Gaming, with the initiative tagged ‘Gameover Gender- Base Violence’was part of the global campaign against gender- based Violence.

The activity which experienced a flavour of festivity was full of fun and excitements as participants took part in tournaments on popular digital games such as Mario kart and EAFC 25, with an intent to creating safer and more inclusive digital spaces.

The Director of the Alliance Française Port Harcourt, Mrs Marina Lacal said that these activities were designed to encourage inclusion of girls, team work and fair play on online gaming spaces, saying that the gaming world reflects these inequalities, where female players are often under represented.

According to her the main objectives of the initiative was to provide a supportive environment for girls and female in gaming network.

“GameOverGBV” is a project created to reshape this landscape by offering an innovative inclusiveness of girls on online digital Gaming community and digital environments that provide opportunities for creativity, learning and connection, but also fight against Gender-Based Violence Digital Gaming,”she said

She however, explained that the Digital Game, sport competitions, was launched to strengthen social and digital skills through games, workshops, and raise awareness among all young participants about respect, equality and digital citizenship.

The Tide News reports that in Port Harcourt, the competition brought together 100 young participants from three major universities: University of Port Harcourt, ( UNIPORT),Ignatius Ajuru University of Education(IAUE) and Rivers State University (RSU)as well as students from four selected secondary schools, Oginigba comprehensive Secondary.School, Vine lnternational, Virgo predicanda lnternational, and Excellent Montessori Secondary school.

“This is an approach where girls and boys can learn, play and collaborate in a more respectful and safe space for young women, while ensuring a safe, enjoyable and respectful digital environment. It also expose young women to cyberbullying, exclusion, sexist comments and online hate,” Mrs. Lacal said.

Earlier, a game developer Sophia Nei and her. team had engaged participants in an interactive session with the theme: “Can Video Games Be Safe Spaces For Girls?”

However, Mrs Nei and her team educated the girls on the benefits and violence on online digital gaming and urged them ( participants)to learn to say ‘No’ to Online hate, sexist and cyber bullying, while encouraging them(students) to stand up for themselves by reporting such issues to the appropriate authority.

Highlight of the competition was the awarding of prizes to winners by the Director of Alliance Française, Mrs Marina Lacal.