Category: Politics

President Muhammadu Buhari has sympathised with victims of the fire incidents in Sabon Gari Market, Kano State and Birnin Kebbi Central Market in Kebbi State.

The President commiserated with the government and people of the two states, particularly those who incurred losses in the incident that occurred on Saturday.

A statement by a spokesman for the President, Shehu Garba, said the President shared in the pain of the victims, knowing that the two fire incidents had created major setbacks for all those that had business outfits in the markets, thereby affecting the livelihood of their families and setting back economic activities in the states.

The President advised the Kano and Kebbi State governments to find out the immediate and remote causes of the fire disasters in order to forestall future occurrences.

Apart from investigations, President Buhari also called for strict adherence to precautionary standards in buildings and operations of markets to avoid fire outbreaks.

He prayed that the Almighty God would comfort and replenish all those that incurred losses in the incidents.

– News 24

President Muhammadu Buhari has sympathised with victims of the fire incidents in Sabon Gari Market, Kano State and Birnin Kebbi Central Market in Kebbi State.

The President commiserated with the government and people of the two states, particularly those who incurred losses in the incident that occurred on Saturday.

A statement by a spokesman for the President, Shehu Garba, said the President shared in the pain of the victims, knowing that the two fire incidents had created major setbacks for all those that had business outfits in the markets, thereby affecting the livelihood of their families and setting back economic activities in the states.

The President advised the Kano and Kebbi State governments to find out the immediate and remote causes of the fire disasters in order to forestall future occurrences.

Apart from investigations, President Buhari also called for strict adherence to precautionary standards in buildings and operations of markets to avoid fire outbreaks.

He prayed that the Almighty God would comfort and replenish all those that incurred losses in the incidents.

– News 24

The Federal Government has commended the Cross River State Government for embarking on the 260km superhighway project.

Minister of Environment, Hajia Amina Muhammed gave the commendation when she led a team from her Ministry to the project site in Nsan, Akamkpa, recently.

She lauded the state government for conceiving the project which she noted was critical to the development of the state and its people.

According to her, “Everyone here is in agreement that infrastructure is the bedrock which we build sustainable development and this project will touch everybody particularly those at the grassroots. So this is a laudable vision.”

The Minister said she was also satisfied with plans put in place by the state government to maintain balance in the eco-system.

She assured that her ministry will ensure that concerns expressed by environmental advocacy groups and the host communities were addressed.

“In as much as we commend this project, we need to strike a balance between development and the environment in a sustainable manner and guide against environmental degradation during the development for posterity sake.

“We are here to sit together and address some of the issues raised from some quotas regarding the project and we are hopeful that it will be tackled amicably.”

Amina commended Governor Ben Ayade for the establishment of the Green Police as well as his plan to replace every tree destroyed with two of its species as work progresses.

At the site of the construction, the Minister was greeted by the host communities who rolled out the drums in appreciation and support for the project with their youths carrying placards with inscription, “Ayade you are a good dreamer”, “Superhighway is our general desire, no stopping,” “Almighty God will bring Superhighway to fulfilment.”

In his welcome remark, Clan Head of Akamkpa Urban, Ntufam Paul Ogar, who spoke on behalf of the host communities pledged their unalloyed support to the project and thanked the Minister for paying a visit to site to see things for herself.”

Earlier, during a courtesy visit on him by the Minister, the Deputy Governor, Professor Ivara Esu said: “Our governor is an environmentalist, I am a soil scientist, and we are very concerned about climate change and other related environmental issues especially forestry development. So, we can’t be preachers of environmental conservation and do otherwise.”

Continuing he said: “We are passionate about environment and so we are very proud of the National Park because it’s our heritage. In addition, we have the highest rain forest in the country and we are the 25th biodiversity hotspot in the world and no way will we do anything to jeopardize this environmental conservation efforts.”
(CRW)

The Federal Government has commended the Cross River State Government for embarking on the 260km superhighway project.

Minister of Environment, Hajia Amina Muhammed gave the commendation when she led a team from her Ministry to the project site in Nsan, Akamkpa, recently.

She lauded the state government for conceiving the project which she noted was critical to the development of the state and its people.

According to her, “Everyone here is in agreement that infrastructure is the bedrock which we build sustainable development and this project will touch everybody particularly those at the grassroots. So this is a laudable vision.”

The Minister said she was also satisfied with plans put in place by the state government to maintain balance in the eco-system.

She assured that her ministry will ensure that concerns expressed by environmental advocacy groups and the host communities were addressed.

“In as much as we commend this project, we need to strike a balance between development and the environment in a sustainable manner and guide against environmental degradation during the development for posterity sake.

“We are here to sit together and address some of the issues raised from some quotas regarding the project and we are hopeful that it will be tackled amicably.”

Amina commended Governor Ben Ayade for the establishment of the Green Police as well as his plan to replace every tree destroyed with two of its species as work progresses.

At the site of the construction, the Minister was greeted by the host communities who rolled out the drums in appreciation and support for the project with their youths carrying placards with inscription, “Ayade you are a good dreamer”, “Superhighway is our general desire, no stopping,” “Almighty God will bring Superhighway to fulfilment.”

In his welcome remark, Clan Head of Akamkpa Urban, Ntufam Paul Ogar, who spoke on behalf of the host communities pledged their unalloyed support to the project and thanked the Minister for paying a visit to site to see things for herself.”

Earlier, during a courtesy visit on him by the Minister, the Deputy Governor, Professor Ivara Esu said: “Our governor is an environmentalist, I am a soil scientist, and we are very concerned about climate change and other related environmental issues especially forestry development. So, we can’t be preachers of environmental conservation and do otherwise.”

Continuing he said: “We are passionate about environment and so we are very proud of the National Park because it’s our heritage. In addition, we have the highest rain forest in the country and we are the 25th biodiversity hotspot in the world and no way will we do anything to jeopardize this environmental conservation efforts.”
(CRW)

An assistant chief from Mawingu location in Molo, Kenya, Joseph Rotich, has been fired for being drunk while on duty.

Rotich was captured on a video that went viral on social media when President Uhuru Kenyatta was touring Molo Sub County last week.

Addressing the media in Nakuru town on Wednesday, Rift Valley Co-ordinator, Wanyama Musiambo, said Rotich was dismissed immediately for being drunk while at work.

Musiambo said Rotich admitted that he had been drinking chang’aa from the local brewers in the area.

Musiambo said that Rotich would on Thursday be arraigned before a Nakuru law court.

“We have dismissed Rotich for being drunk at work and also permitting the brewing of chang’aa at his location of Mawingu,” he said.

Surprisingly, the fired chief was still drunk during the press briefing and would constantly be seen swinging from his chair aimlessly.

Watch the video below:

An assistant chief from Mawingu location in Molo, Kenya, Joseph Rotich, has been fired for being drunk while on duty.

Rotich was captured on a video that went viral on social media when President Uhuru Kenyatta was touring Molo Sub County last week.

Addressing the media in Nakuru town on Wednesday, Rift Valley Co-ordinator, Wanyama Musiambo, said Rotich was dismissed immediately for being drunk while at work.

Musiambo said Rotich admitted that he had been drinking chang’aa from the local brewers in the area.

Musiambo said that Rotich would on Thursday be arraigned before a Nakuru law court.

“We have dismissed Rotich for being drunk at work and also permitting the brewing of chang’aa at his location of Mawingu,” he said.

Surprisingly, the fired chief was still drunk during the press briefing and would constantly be seen swinging from his chair aimlessly.

Watch the video below:

The announcement by the Cross River State government that the Odukpani-Calabar road will be rehabilitated this year is generating mixed feelings amongst users of the road.

The governor, Ben Ayade and Speaker of the State House of Assembly, John Lebo made this announcement while speaking at an event organized by the member representing Akpabuyo in the State House of Assembly, Elizabeth Ironbar where Ayade said he plans to rewrite the history of Cross River State, describing it as the reason why he tours the world, shopping for investors.

Represented by his Chief of Staff, Martins Orim, Ayade said that, “We are aware of the state of the road to Akpabuyo local government area, at the point we are moving to do an intervention on the road for it to be a little passable for you to be able to access the state capital.

“I want to assure you today that with the support of your beloved daughter (Elizabeth Ironbar), the governor is determined to construct this road this year. The road is captured in the budget.”

The Speaker on his part, disclosed that the inclusion of the road in the budget came as a bill sponsored by Ironbar.

Extolling her virtues, the Speaker said Ironbar sponsored a private member bill for the support and empowerment of women in less than three months in office, which was happening for the first time.

“She has brought two bills to the House, 1 on the road and 1 on the security situation in Akpabuyo. We have passed a resolution and we have asked the government to include (the Akpabuyo road) in the 2016 budget.” he said.

However findings by newsmen reveal the announcement is not been taken in hook, line and sinker by users of the route as some express optimism, while others are pessimistic about it.

“Na today them start to talk that one?” queries Essien, a motorist who plies the route. “Every year them go say them go do the road but no be naija we dey? Bros na political talk, na only God fit help us for this country” he adds.

“It is sad that over the years, the road which is a major entry and exit point for goods and services to and from Akpabuyo and Bakassi local government areas has been neglected. However, I just hope the state government’s decision is followed up with real action and not just radio talk as usual” says another motorist who preferred anonymity and lives in the housing estate built for civil servants.

For Goddy, a staff of UNICEM who says he uses the road often, “if this road is tarred, it will be good business as there will be less man hours wasted.” (CRW)

The announcement by the Cross River State government that the Odukpani-Calabar road will be rehabilitated this year is generating mixed feelings amongst users of the road.

The governor, Ben Ayade and Speaker of the State House of Assembly, John Lebo made this announcement while speaking at an event organized by the member representing Akpabuyo in the State House of Assembly, Elizabeth Ironbar where Ayade said he plans to rewrite the history of Cross River State, describing it as the reason why he tours the world, shopping for investors.

Represented by his Chief of Staff, Martins Orim, Ayade said that, “We are aware of the state of the road to Akpabuyo local government area, at the point we are moving to do an intervention on the road for it to be a little passable for you to be able to access the state capital.

“I want to assure you today that with the support of your beloved daughter (Elizabeth Ironbar), the governor is determined to construct this road this year. The road is captured in the budget.”

The Speaker on his part, disclosed that the inclusion of the road in the budget came as a bill sponsored by Ironbar.

Extolling her virtues, the Speaker said Ironbar sponsored a private member bill for the support and empowerment of women in less than three months in office, which was happening for the first time.

“She has brought two bills to the House, 1 on the road and 1 on the security situation in Akpabuyo. We have passed a resolution and we have asked the government to include (the Akpabuyo road) in the 2016 budget.” he said.

However findings by newsmen reveal the announcement is not been taken in hook, line and sinker by users of the route as some express optimism, while others are pessimistic about it.

“Na today them start to talk that one?” queries Essien, a motorist who plies the route. “Every year them go say them go do the road but no be naija we dey? Bros na political talk, na only God fit help us for this country” he adds.

“It is sad that over the years, the road which is a major entry and exit point for goods and services to and from Akpabuyo and Bakassi local government areas has been neglected. However, I just hope the state government’s decision is followed up with real action and not just radio talk as usual” says another motorist who preferred anonymity and lives in the housing estate built for civil servants.

For Goddy, a staff of UNICEM who says he uses the road often, “if this road is tarred, it will be good business as there will be less man hours wasted.” (CRW)