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Bauchi State Government Dismisses Plans to Join Nationwide Protest
Surviving on Grass: 72-Year-Old Malam Muhammad Sani’s Heart-Wrenching Tale of Struggle in a Failing Economy
Bauchi State Intensifies Efforts to Combat Climate Change and Promote Sustainable Agriculture
In a bid to harness the state’s natural resources and promote economic growth, the Bauchi State Government has introduced new policies aimed at making the state an international mineral trading destination. According to Commissioner for Natural Resources, Muhammad Maiwada Bello, the policy seeks to curb the illegal movement of minerals, enhance marketing, generate revenue, and create employment opportunities. Speaking at a press briefing organized by the Ministry of Information and Communication at the Abubakar Umar Secretariat, Bello revealed that the state government, through the Ministry of Natural Resources, has empowered the Bauchi Mining Synergy & Exploration Limited (BAMSEL) to partner with local producers, purchase their products, and liaise with major marketers for international export. The Commissioner stated that the initiative is in line with the administration’s trust policy to promote economic growth and development in the state. He highlighted the Ministry’s achievements, including the advancement of plans to build an Oil and Gas free trade zone along Kolmani Road in Alkaleri Local Government Area. Additionally, the State Executive Council has approved the transfer of revenue heads relevant to the Ministry, including haulage fees, registration of mineral businesses, and surface rent. Other notable achievements recorded by the Ministry, according to the Commissioner, include: – Partnership with Minsheng Group of Shandong Province, China to establish a Tin/Columbite factory in Toro LGA worth over $50 million – Partnership with Resident Cement Company to establish a 10m ton Cement plant in Gwana, Alkaleri LGA worth over $500m USD – Establishment of Bauchi Oil & Gas Academy, Alkaleri – Recruitment of over 73 senior and junior staff – Consent letter policy and many more The Commissioner commended the efforts of Governor Bala Abdulkadir Muhammed for his developmental projects across the state and appreciated the Ministry of Information and Communication and the Press for organizing the briefing, describing it as a welcome development in leadership transparency.
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INVESTIGATION: How INEC’s Failure to Provide Braille Ballot Guides, Other Technologies Deny Gombe Disabled Voters Privacy, Dignity

May 23, 2023 Kamaluddeen Ibrahim 2023 General Elections, APC, Ballot guide, Braille, Gombe, INEC, PDP, Persons with disability

By Idris Kamal & Hafsah Mohammed visually impaired Sadiq Ibrahim, 57, had set out for Jeka Da Fari polling station inRead more

Cuba, Nicaragua, Others Congratulate Nigeria’s President-Elect

April 2, 2023 Abdullahi Yahaya 2023 General Elections, Cuba, Nicaragua, President Elect of Nigeria, Tinubu

The Republics of Cuba and Nicaragua through their presidents have joined the growing list of countries congratulating Nigeria’s President-elect, AsiwajuRead more

Tinubu to Buhari: I thank you for being neutral in APC presidential primary

June 19, 2022 Abdullahi Yahaya 2023 General Elections, ABAT2023, APC Presidential Primaries, APC Special Convention, BAT2023, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Muhammadu Buhari, Neutral, President Buhari

The presidential candi date of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2023 election, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has revealed howRead more

Zan Goyi Bayan Duk Wanda Aka Zaɓa – Wike

May 28, 2022 Abdullahi Yahaya 2023 General Elections, PDP, Wike

Gwamnan jihar Rivers Nyesom Wike ya ce zai goyi bayan duk wanda ya yi nasara a zaɓen fitar da gwaniRead more

Resignation Hits Bauchi Govt As 36 Political Appointees Quit To Contest 2023 Election

April 18, 2022 Abdullahi Yahaya 2023 General Elections, Bauchi State Government, Resignation

As the 2023 general elections draw nearer, more than 36 political appointees in Bauchi State have tendered their resignation lettersRead more