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Keep Quiet! Almajiris Evacuated to Kano Also Tested Positive For COVID-19 – Ganduje Lambasts El-Rufai

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Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of Kano State on Sunday broke his silence and hit hard on his counterpart Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, as he told him to stop noise making and politicizing issue of Almajiris evacuated to the state, who tested positive to novel coronavirus.

This was as he said some of the Almajiris also evacuated to Kano State during the exercise, were COVID-19 positive, but the fact that he (Ganduje) did not make noise about it doesn’t mean that they were all healthy and without Covid-19 infection.

Recall that Governor El-Rufai had said about 50 Almajiri or more evacuated to the state from Kano state had tested positive for COVID-19 and also Jigawa and Gombe states, 16 and 8 respectively.

Governor Ganduje, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Abba Anwar and made available to newsmen in the state, said what the children (Almajiris) need at that critical point was caregiving instead of noise making and politicizing the issue.

The statement titled, “We are not making politics out of it, no noise making.

“To put record straight on the movement of Almajiris across states of the federation and how Kano embarks on the exercise.

“We agreed at the Northern Governors Forum that all Almajiris moved to their states of origin. That is why we are sending, in good faith and procedures, all Almajiris that are not from Kano state to their respective states of origin.

“The exercise was not political and should not be politicized.

“The way we are sending back Almajiris to their states of origin, we are also receiving Almajiris from other states who are Kano indigenes. But the fact that we are not making noise about it does not mean they are all healthy without COVID-19 infections.

“Let’s make it categorically clear that, some of the Almajiris brought to Kano during the exercise, are also COVID-19 positive, but we are not making politics out of it. Because we all believe that what they need most now, is not noise making or publicity. What they need at this critical point in time is, caregiving.

“People should also understand that these children were not infected in the process of transporting them to their respective states. So noise making is not fit as a way forward.

“All we are doing is simply to comply with the Northern Governors’ Forum decision that all Almajiris in our states should be taken back to their respective states, simple,” the statement however reads.

Meanwhile, the rivalry between the two could be traced back to when the former Kano Emir, Muhammad Sanusi II was dethroned and banished to Nassarawa State and El-Rufai visited him (Sanusi), appointed him Chancellor of Kaduna State University and also Vice Chairman of the board of Kaduna Investment Promotion Agency, a development which seems not to have gone down well with Ganduje.

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Hon. Dolapo Badru Fetes Sanwo-Olu, Gbajabiamila As Duo Celebrate Birthdays

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*Hon. Dolapo Badru Fetes Sanwo-Olu, Gbajabiamila As Duo Celebrate Birthdays*

Frontline House Of Representatives Member, Lagos Island Federal Constituency 1 And Chairman House Committee On Industry, Hon. Dr. Enitan Dolapo Badru fetes Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu and the Chief Of Staff To The President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila as the duo celebrate their Birthdays.

In his tribute, Hon. Badru exolled Sanwo-Olu, describing him as a Proponent of Qualitative Governance and Target-Result Oriented Individual.

The Federal Lawmaker stated further that Sanwo-Olu is a Technocrat whose Leadership acumen has transformed the Lagos Landscape.

“Governor Sanwo-Olu is a Workaholic whose unrelenting efforts ignited Laudable Social and Economic Developments in the state”, Hon. Badru noted.

Continuing, He eulogised Sanwo-Olu for his commitment to serving the people of Lagos State.

He said: “No doubt, The THEMES Agenda of the Sanwo-Olu’s Administration is yielding the desired results”.

In the same vein, Hon. Badru sends a congratulatory message to the Chief of staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila.

He noted that Rt. Hon. Gbajabiamila is a
renowned Lawyer and Politician.

“Rt. Hon. Gbajabiamila’s sterling attributes are enormous. He has contributed immensely to the advancement of Humanity and the Nation”. He stated.

“On behalf of Myself, Family and Constituents, I felicitate Governor Sanwo-Olu and Rt. Hon. Gbajabiamila on their Birthdays”.

“I Pray The Almighty God grant the celebrants more wisdom, Knowledge and Guidance to lead and offer service
to Lagos and Nigeria”, Hon. Badru concluded.

*© DOLBAD Media Hub*

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Beware of Kano State Government And Their Agents, Group Tells Appeal Court

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Beware of Kano State Government And Their Agents, Group Tells Appeal Court

 

 

The Kano Royal Elites (KRE) has urged the Appeal Court not to fall for the antics of the state government in the Kano Emirates case.

In a statement signed by its President, Alhaji Ibrahim Yahuza Idris, the group warned that the state government would go as low as intimidate judges to rule in their favour.

Idris also raised alarm about the government’s penchant for disobeying court orders as a clear indication of their disdain for the judiciary and their desire to perpetuate impunity.

The group, however, urged the Court of Appeal judges to be brave in the face of intimidation and blackmail.

“We are compelled to address the recent developments in the legal battle surrounding the Emir of Kano. The Federal High Court in Kano’s decision to nullify the reinstatement of Muhammad Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano is a victory for justice and the rule of law.

“The court’s ruling is a testament to the independence and integrity of the judiciary, and we commend the Honorable Justice for upholding the law despite intense pressure and intimidation from the Kano State government.

“Similarly, we applaud the court’s ruling in favour of the dethroned Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, ordering the Kano State Government to pay him N10 million in damages for fundamental human rights violations. However, we are alarmed by the Kano State government’s blatant disregard for the rule of law.

“Despite court judgments, the government has refused to obey the orders and has instead appealed to the Court of Appeal. This move is a clear attempt to blackmail the judiciary and undermine its authority. We warn the state government that their actions have consequences and will not go unchecked.

“The Kano State government’s actions are a clear indication of their disdain for the judiciary and their desire to perpetuate impunity. We urge the Court of Appeal judges to be brave in the face of intimidation and blackmail. The judiciary must not be swayed by the government’s actions, but rather remain steadfast in upholding justice and truth.

“We call on the people of Kano State and all Nigerians to stand with us in solidarity with the judiciary. We must not allow the Kano State government’s actions to go unchecked. We must defend the judiciary and ensure that justice is served.

“We urge the Appeal Court judges to be guided by the principles of justice and fairness in their deliberations. They must not allow themselves to be intimidated or blackmailed. They must uphold the law and ensure that justice is served.

“In conclusion, we reiterate our support for the judiciary and our commitment to defending the rule of law.”

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Rivers: ALGON Disowns Planned Protest By NASS Members Loyal To Wike, Former LG Chairmen*

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*Rivers: ALGON Disowns Planned Protest By NASS Members Loyal To Wike, Former LG Chairmen*

 

 

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Rivers State Chapter, has distanced itself from a planned protest by former local government chairmen, state and National Assembly members loyal to the F.C.T Minister, Nyesom Wike, against the Police presence in the 23 local government councils across the state.

In a statement signed by Hon. Ichemati Ezebunwo, Chairman, and Alabota Anengi Barasua, Secretary, ALGON Rivers State Chapter, the association described the planned protest as a “calculated attempt” by “enemies of the state” to cause mayhem and paint the state in a bad light.

“We support the police decision to take control and protect all local government council secretariats until further directives on the matter,” the statement read.

“We are not in any way linked to the planned protest, which is detrimental to the progress and well-being of the people of the state.”

The association accused the organisers of the protest of trying to take advantage of the guise of protest to cause chaos and destabilize governance in the state.

“Should there be a breakdown of law and order as a result of the planned protest, the organizers and their sponsors should be held responsible,” the statement warned.

ALGON Rivers State Chapter thanked the people of Rivers State for their continued support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his administration, which is delivering the enviable dividends of democracy to the people of Rivers State.

“We call on all law-abiding citizens of our dear state to disregard this planned protest and go about their lawful businesses,” the statement concluded.

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