INSPECTION TOUR: GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO EXPRESSES SATISFACTION OVER GENERAL HOSPITAL AND SCHOOL OF NURSING KONTAGORA PROJECTS

Niger State Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has reiterated his administration's commitment to providing efficient and adequate healthcare facilities for the people of the state.

Governor Sani Bello stated this when he inspected the ongoing construction and rehabilitation work at the General Hospital and the School of Nursing in Kontagora.

While inspecting the project sites in company of the SSG Ahmed Ibrahim Matane, Chairman,Niger state Council for Nursing and Midwifery, Professor Sale N Garba, Commissioner for Health, Dr. Mohammed Makusidi and the Director, School of Nursing Kontagora, Hajiya Binta Jibrin, the Governor expressed satisfaction with the level and quality of work done so far.

He noted that the General hospital which has been in existence for over four decades, has hitherto not been given the needed facelift and enabling environment for medical professionals despite the astronomic growth in population.

He called on the Engineer in charge of the project to ensure the projects are completed timely and according to the agreed specifications so as to create a conducive environment for staff, patients and students respectively.

Commissioner for Health, Dr. Mohammed Makusidi who also aligned himself with the position of the Governor on the level of work done, stressed the need for proper monitoring of the projects to avoid compromise in the standard of work.

He said the School of Nursing Kontagora when completed, will also be used as a training institution in addition to the clinical services it will provide

"workers resumed few months ago for the remodelling of the facility also bearing in mind that we have the college of nursing sciences and aside the clinical services will also be used as training institution", he said.

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello also visited the VVF centre in Kontagora

The Governor thereafter inspected the suggested site for trailer park and directed the Chairman, Kontagora Local Government Council to acquire a suitable trailer park aside the Vehicle Inspection Office earlier suggested, in order to avoid indiscriminate parking of trailers in the town.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State.

GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO EXPRESSES SHOCK OVER THE SUDDEN DEATH OF A FORMER CHIEF PRESS SECRETARY AND A VETERAN JOURNALIST MOHAMMED HASSAN KOLOS

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has received with rude shock the sudden demise of a veteran journalist and administrator, Alhaji Mohammed Hassan Kolos.

Governor Sani Bello's reaction to the death of the veteran journalist was contained in a press statement made available by his Chief Press Secretary(CPS), Mary Noel-Berje.

The Governor described the late Alhaji Kolos as a dedicated personality whose contributions towards the development of the state was germane to the State.

He said though death is inevitable to humans, late Alhaji Hassan Kolos contributions and wealth of experience were still needed in the state especially in the media having been in the profession for decades which earned him a veteran.

The Governor prayed to Allah to forgive the deceased his shortcomings on earth and grant him Aljannah Firdausi as well as give the family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

"Late Kolos was a committed personality. However, we can not question Allah because He gives and takes whoever He wants, but our consolation is that he lived a fulfilled life as he has impacted so many people. May Allah forgive him and accept him", he said.

The deceased has worked in all the state-owned-media sectors, he was among the people behind the establishment of Newsline Newspaper, and became it pioneer Chief Executive Officer from 1986-1995.

Late Kolos also served as the General Manager Radio Niger and Sole Administrator of Media Corporation, and also serve as the Chairman Jama'a Forum.

He was the Chief Press Secretary to David Mark the then Niger State Military Governor.

He died after a brief illness.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State.

GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO EULOGISES ETSU NUPE, ALHAJI YAHAYA ABUBAKAR ON HIS 68TH BIRTHDAY AND 17TH ANNIVERSARY ON ASCENSION TO THE THRONE

Niger State Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has eulogised the personality of the Etsu Nupe and Chairman Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar on his 68th birthday and 17th anniversary on his ascension to the throne as the 13th Etsu Nupe.

In a congratulatory message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mary Noel-Berje, the Governor described the Etsu Nupe as a true, loving and peaceful leader as well as a bridge-builder whose immense contributions to unity, peaceful coexistence and development of the society is not only reckoned with in the State, but in the country and beyond.

Governor Sani Bello who said Etsu Nupe is a gift from God to humanity, noted that the 17 years reign of Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar as Etsu Nupe have been positively impactful on his subjects considering the rapid transformation in the Nupe kingdom, adding that through his wide spread consultations and reach, he has been able to instill patriotism and understanding among the people in his domain as well as promote the cultural values of the Nupe speaking extraction in Nigeria.

The Governor also acknowledged the fatherly role of the traditional ruler and his wise counsel which the Governor said has continued to inspired many including the State government in its decision making and policy formulations to ensure good governance.

"You are a gift to the society, your reign as Etsu Nupe in the past 17 years has brought about peaceful coexistence and promoted the rich cultural heritage of the Nupe Kingdom.
I celebrate you and all that you represent on the throne. May your reign be long", he said.

Governor Sani Bello also prayed God to grant the Monarch sound health and more wisdom as he continues to deliver efficient and rewarding leadership to the people of his domain.

Mary Noel-Berje,
Chief Press Secretary to Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State.

GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO COMMISERATES WITH VICTIMS OF TANKER EXPLOSION IN LAMBATA, GURARA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF NIGER STATE

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has comiserated with the victims of tanker explosion in Lambata, Gurara Local Government Area where houses, shops and vehicles were destroyed.

Governor Sani Bello in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary Mary Noel-Berje expressed deep concern over the unfortunate incident involving two tankers.

The Governor assured that Government will continue to do everything possible to avert such incidents from recurring.

"I am deeply saddened by this incident, my prayers are with all those affected in one way or the other for quick replenishment of the lost goods and property.

"Government will do the needful and continue to stand by its people" he said.

The Governor has since directed the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) to accertain the damages in view to providing succour to the victims.

The accident was said to have involved two tankers, while one was said to been heavily ladenedwith Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) popularly known as petrol, the other was empty.

The tankers were said to have rammed into each other, sparking up the fire that destroyed properties worth millions of naira.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State.
7th September, 2020.

CRITICAL STAKEHOLDERS IN SUPPORT OF CLOSURE OF ALL STATE-OWNED ROADS TO HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES IN NIGER STATE

Niger State Government and critical stakeholders in the state have agreed to the closure of all state-owned roads to heavy trucks to preserve the roads; allow for the speedy completion of those under repairs, like the Minna-Bida Road; and reduce carnage on the road.

The position emerged after a meeting of critical stakeholders and the Niger State government presided over by the Chairman, Infrastructure Project Monitoring Committee and the Chief of Staff to Governor Abubakar Sani Bello, Ibrahim Balarabe held at the Government House Minna.

A restriction of movement of articulated trucks has been scheduled to take effect from the 15th of this month on the following roads: Minna-Bida, Lapai-Paiko, Lapai-Muye, entrance of Zungeru-Wushishi, and Chanchaga Bridge-Maikunkele.

The meeting agreed that the restriction of articulated vehicles on all the state government roads has become necessary to draw the attention of relevant federal authorities to urgently fix deplorable federal roads in the State. This is to allow for quick reconstruction of the Minna-Bida Road, awarded about six month ago, but not making appreciable progress due to the high volume of heavy duty vehicles.

The State Government enjoined the stakeholders to partner with it to achieve the desired objective, while imploring the understanding of all and sundry pointing out that such initiative comes with some inconveniences, however it assured that it is in the best interest of the people.

Some of the stakeholders present at the meeting included Chief Imam of Minna Central Mosque and Chairman Imam Forum Niger State, Mallam Ibrahim Isah Fari; Chairman, Christian Association Nigeria (CAN), Rev Matthias Echioda; All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Alhaji Abubakar Magaji; members of the State House of Assembly; Commissioners; Chairmen of the affected Local Government Areas; representatives of the road transport sector; representatives of security agencies and other top government functionaries.

These stakeholders applauded the initiative, pledged their support and made suggestions to ensure the smooth implementation of the proposal.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Niger state.

NIGER STATE GOVERNMENT SUES FOR CALM OVER ATTACKS AND BANDITRY IN KAGARA, RAFI LOCAL GOVERNMENT

The Niger State Government has appealed to residents of Kagara town in Rafi local government Area of the State to remain calm, as government is deploying resources at its disposal to ensure the protection of their lives and property.

This appeal is coming against the backdrop of bandits' attack on the town and the panic elicited by a social media video, in which the residents of the area were seen running helter skelter and calling for intervention from the state government and the army.

In a message of condolence, Governor Abubakar Sani Bello, maintained that no responsible government will fold its arms and allow law abiding and innocent citizens to be mauled down.

The Governor acknowledged the enormity of the security challenges facing the state, but assured the people that the state in active collaboration with President Muhammadu Buhari and the security agencies remain undaunted in its war against the lower societal elements making life miserable for the people.

The Governor commiserated with the families of those who lost their lives in the attack, and prayed for speedy recovery for the injured victims.

He solicited the cooperation of the people for their useful information to the security agencies, assuring them that their identity will be kept confidential.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Niger State.
3RD September, 2020.

NIGER STATE GOVERNMENT URGES FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO CONSIDER LANDMASS IN REVENUE SHARING

The Niger State Government is asking the federal government that landmass should be a consideration in the revenue sharing formula for the country.

The State Commissioner for Finance, Zakari Abubakar, disclosed this in an interview shortly after the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) led by its Federal Commissioner, Barrister Patrick Mgbebu Nworu, met with Governor Abubakar Sani Bello in a closed door meeting at the Government House, Minna.

Abubakar noted that the landmass of the state is the largest in the country with its topography having environmental challenges such as annual flooding, noting that the ecological fund for the State is not sufficient.

The Commissioner appealed that a certain percentage should be added to states that are challenged by environmental hazards.

He said the state is challenged by its size as opposed to the revenue that accrued to it, adding that if the landmass is considered, it will assist the state government to access and tackle the environmental challenges.

“In the consideration of the indices of revenue, the issue of landmass should be given a lot of weight", he said.

The Commissioner also pointed out that the number of Federal Roads criss-crossing the state is another issue that should be factored in the revenue sharing formula by the Federal Government.

The RMAFC Federal Commissioner, Barrister Nworu, said the commission members were in the state for advocacy and sensitization on revenue data and its management.

He said their mission in the state is also to get the stakeholders to know the value and the need to submit transparent as well as verifiable revenue data.

According to him, it is the commission’s mandate to formulate ways to allocate revenue from the federation account to the states and local governments.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State
2ND SEPTEMBER, 2020.

GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO FLAGS OFF A PILOT SCHEME OF COMPREHENSIVE MODEL INTEGRATED QUR'ANIC EDUCATION IN THE STATE

Niger State Governor and Chairman North-central Governors Forum Abubakar Sani Bello says success in implementing the integration of Qur’anic and western education will bring an end to street begging in Northern Nigeria.

Governor Sani Bello disclosed this at the flag-off of the pilot scheme of the Comprehensive Model Integrated Qur’anic Education (IQE) programme of the State in Minna.

The Governor explained that the establishment of the IQE programme was borne out of concern for children who have been deprived of parental care as well as exposed to abuses, hunger and diseases among others, in the guise of seeking islamic knowledge.

He said the state government is set to incorporate the teaching of both Islamic and Western education, pointing out that if all northern states adopt and implement the programme, the era of almajinranci and street begging will be eliminated in the country.

“I am happy today we are flagging-off this one, it is to experiment and Insha-Allah it will work and to show that yes, it is possible, to combine western education with religious knowledge under the same roof”, he said.

The Governor said when the schools are fully operational in all the eight Emirates in the state, qualified islamic clerics in various wards across the state would be engaged to teach Islamic Studies in primary schools in their wards, adding that any parent caught sending their children to other states for almajiranci will be arrested and prosecuted.

Bello said the state government is committed to the success of the programme because, while western education inculcates a broad spectrum of knowledge and religion teaches morals, the combination is bound to produce well rounded pupils and stop street begging.

He disclosed that though the establishment of the schools is open to the private sector, it would be under strict government regulations adding that prospective private sector operators would need to prove the capacity and capability to feed and accommodate pupils.

The consultant of the programme, Sheikh Ibrahim Dahiru Bauchi, applauded the initiative of the Governor adding that it is first of its kind in the northern region.

Sheikh Bauchi said under the IQE programme, at the end of primary session, pupils in the school would have been able to memorize the entire Qur'an making it unnecessary to take children to other states for Islamic education.

The Islamic cleric urged the Governor to also extend same programme to Christians should they come up with similar programme as religious knowledge is fundamental to the society.

Commissioner for Education, Hajiya Hannatu Jibrin Salihu and the Chairman Niger state Universal Basic Education Board ( SUBEB) both said the objective of the programme is to ensure that all children are given access to education, irrespective of their status.

Meanwhile, they applauded the giant strides of the present administration in the education sector, especially in the introduction of teachers’ Professional Development Institute, adding that the centre used by the institute was renovated at the cost of N9m, while equipment were provided by Tertiary Education Trust Fund.

More centres, it was disclosed, are to be established in each of the Emirates in the state, while registration and enrollment will commence after the safe re-openning of schools.

The centre has 11 class rooms for lessons, two equipped Information Communication Technology (ICT) Centres, one library, one laboratory and one entrepreneurship workshop.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Niger State.
1st September, 2020.

CHAIRMAN, NORTH CENTRAL GOVERNORS FORUM ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO CONGRATULATES KOGI STATE COUNTERPART OVER VICTORY AT THE SUPREME COURT

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CHAIRMAN, NORTH CENTRAL GOVERNORS FORUM ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO CONGRATULATES KOGI STATE COUNTERPART OVER VICTORY AT THE SUPREME COURT

****URGES HIM TO BE MAGNANIMOUS IN VICTORY.

The Niger State Governor and Chairman North Central Governors Forum, Abubakar Sani Bello has asked his Kogi State counterpart, Governor Yahaya Bello to be magnanimous in victory by extending hands of fellowship to all his political opponents.

In a congratulatory message, signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mrs. Mary Noel-Berje, the Governor described the ruling of the Court as a validation of the mandate of the people and an affirmation of trust given to him by the people.

He said the ruling by the apex court has now put to rest every litigation adding that it is now time to settle down, and consolidate on the gains of democracy in the state.

"With the Supreme Court judgement, days of distractions from litigations are over, it is now time to deliver to the people more dividends of democracy". He said.

Governor Sani Bello also assured his Kogi State counterpart of the unalloyed support of the Forum to ensure his success and implored all the people of the state to join his colleague in the voyage to develop the State.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Niger State Governor
31st August 2020.

RELEVANT STAKEHOLDERS IN ROAD TRANSPORT SECTOR SUPPORT THE BAN ON HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLES PLYING MINNA-BIDA ROAD BY THE NIGER STATE GOVERNMENT

Relevant stakeholders in Road Transport sector have unanimously agreed to support the State government ban on heavy trucks on the Minna-Bida Road to allow for quick completion of the ongoing road construction.

The agreement followed a meeting at the instance of the State government through the Infrastructure Project Monitoring Committee to deliberate on how to reduce the heavy traffic on the road which is noted to have hampered speed of work at the project site.

The meeting also set up a technical committee that will come up with implementation modalities, pointing out that the ban is not to inflict pain on any one but to save lives as well as property and that alternative means would be provided for the passage of small vehicles

Acknowledging that the road is the only road currently used by articulated vehicles to connect the Northern and Southern parts of the country, even though state owned road, the Chairman of the Committee said with the portion of the road that is almost giving way, if the situation is left unattended to, the two regions would be cut off from each other.

Hence the State government is re-emphasazing its earlier call on the Federal Government to quickly carry out emergency repairs on Bida-Lapai-Lambata Road and thereafter move to Mokwa-Tegina-Birnin Gwari- Kaduna Road which are trunk A roads so that the heavy duty vehicles can ply the roads.

Speaking on behalf of the stakeholders, Secretary of the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO), Niger State Chapter, Kabiru Umar, pledged their support on the ban and assured of total compliance by members, saying that the construction is carried out for the interest of all.

Other stakeholders in the meeting were; National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Petroleum Tankers Drivers’ (PTD), and Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) as well as security agencies.

The technical committee for implementation modalities is to submit it report within one week for further actions.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Niger State Governor.

The infrastructure committee on monitoring of Minna Bida-Road project led by the Chairman and CoS to the Governor, Ibrahim Balarabe kagara.

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WOMEN; WEALTH MULTIPLIERS SAYS GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has described women as multipliers of wealth.

Governor Sani Bello stated this when he received a women delegation led by the State Women Leader of the All Progressive Party APC Hajiya Fatima Mustapha at the Government House, Minna.

The Governor who noted that women are naturally gifted by God to nurture whatever is kept under their care acknowledged their continuous support to his administration while encouraging them to remain steadfast in the affairs of the Party.

He enjoined them to form clusters at the local government and ward levels with the view to engaging women especially those at the grass root in trade that will librate them from poverty thereby improving on their standard of living.

The Governor assured them of more government support.

Earlier, the State Women Leader of APC, Hajiya Fatima Mustapha explained that the aim of their visit was to re-affirm their support to the Abubakar Sani Bello's led administration considering the developmental programmes, policies and activities being carried out in the State.

Hajiya Mustapha said though the COVID-19 pandemic is still active in the society, she prayed God to intervene and bring an end to it soon.

The State Women Leader then appealed to the Governor to give Women top priority in the distribution of COVID-19 palliatives and more inclusion in his government pointing out that empowering women equates to empowering an entire family.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Niger State Governor.

GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO INAUGURATES ADMINISTRATIVE PANEL TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGATION OF ILLEGAL ISSUANCE OF LICENSE TO WOOD MERCHANTS

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has inaugurated a 7-man Administrative panel to investigate the allegations of bribery, illegal issuance of license and permits to wood merchants that are involved in felling of trees in the state.

Governor Sani Bello inaugurated the committee at the Government House, Minna, with a charge on the members to be passionate in the discharge of their assignment and not to compromise.

The Governor explained that the committee members were carefully selected considering the Governor's passion to ensuring a green environment while urging the committee members to be deligent in their investigations not just for the present, but for posterity.

He lamented that most of the wood merchants were not Nigerlites, as such they were taking advantage of the vulnerability and lack of knowledge of the local people to have access to the forest noting that the State Government has stopped the issuance of licence to any individual or group of persons to fell trees.

According to him, economic trees like Sheanut, which are said to produce the best charcoals, are mostly the target. The practice, the Governor said has adverse, negative effect on the environment such as desert encroachment which affect water bodies and farmlands.

He then advocated tree planting to replenish the forest

Among the terms of reference for the committee is; to investigate the allegations of bribery, issuance of illegal license and permits to wood merchants, charcoal producers and other forest exploiters.

The committee is also to make a thorough investigation into activities of illegal logging and felling of trees, illegal exploitation of forest resources in the state, and to ascertain all those involved and culpable in the illegal activities as well as recommend an appropriate sanction.

Others are; to find out the communities where these illegal activities are taking place, ascertain the extent of illegal logging and exploitation of forest resources in the state and the extent of economic loss to the state government.

The committee has Alhaji Adamu Shuaibu, a former Permanent Secretary in the State, as Chairman and Mallam Danlami Umar, Director Chieftaincy Affairs, Ministry for Local Government, Community Development and Chieftaincy Affairs as Secretary.

It has three weeks to complete its assignment and submit it report for onward action.

Chairman of the committee, Alh. Adamu Shuaibu, while responding, assured the Governor that they will carry out the assignment diligently.

Other members of the committee are; Mr. Paul Kolo, Mr. Solomon Sule, Kabiru Barau, Alhaji Anaruwa Isah and Suleiman Wushishi are to serve as the legal adviser and assistant secretary.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Niger State Governor.

SULTAN OF SOKOTO CLOCKS 64: GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO OF NIGER STATE EXTOLS HIS QUALITIES

I Abubakar Sani Belllo, the Governor of Niger state and the Chairman North Central Governors Forum wish to join the league of well wishers to felicitate with Your Eminence the Sultan of Sokoto and Sarkin Musulmai, Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar III, on your 64th birthday anniversary.

This is contained in a congratulatory message made available by his Chief Press Secretary, Mary Noel-Berje to the renowned monarch and retired Army General.

Governor Sani Bello described the Sultan as one of Nigeria’s most outstanding promoters of Justice, unity, peace and harmony in the country.

The Governor said as head of the Jama’atu Nasirl Islam , JNI, President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and co-Chairman of Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC), the Sultan has shown exemplary roles and has contributed immensely towards building a peaceful, secure and prosperous nation.

As the Chairman of the North Central Governors' Forum and a Governor in a front line advocacy for the development of every region in Nigeria, "I can attest to the fact that your birth and reign are blessings to humanity, considering the selfless service and demonstration of true and excellent traditional leadership you have exhibited.

Your virtues ventilated on peace and unity remain a reference point for leaders in the north and beyond, we will continue to celebrate you because you have endeared yourself to all Nigerians of goodwill, regardless of cultural, religious and political persuasions, owing to your relentless pursuit of peace and ethno-religious harmony among the diverse people.

As a spiritual leader and traditional ruler, you have over the years, distinguished yourself as an exemplary leader, traversing the length and breadth of the country, preaching peaceful co-existence and building bridges across religious and cultural divides.

I join your well-wishers and other well-meaning Nigerians in celebrating your birth and commending your role in fostering mutual understanding, intra and inter religious harmony as well as your humanitarian services across the country". The Governor said.

He also appreciated his Eminence for championing poverty reduction, healthcare and educational programmes for the most vulnerable under his reign as a spiritual and traditional leader of the people.

The Governor prayed Almighty Allah grants the Sultan more years of sound health, wisdom and happiness to keep building bridges of peace, tolerance and development across Nigeria.

Once again Happy 64th Birthday your Eminence.

Signed
Mary Noel-Berje,
Chief Press Secretary to Governor of Niger State and Chairman, North Central Governors' Forum

GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI-BELLO FELICITATES WITH MUSLIM UMMAH ON NEW ISLAMIC YEAR 1442

*****CALLS FOR CONTINUED PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE AND FERVENT PRAYER

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State and Chairman North Central Governors Forum has congratulated the Muslim faithful in the State, as the Ummah joined their counterparts around the world to mark the beginning of New Islamic Calendar 1442 AH.

Governor Sani Bello expressed gratitude to Almighty God for allowing them witness and celebrate the auspicious day of Muharam wishing the citizens of the State and Nigerians at large New Islamic Calendar full of peace, happiness and prosperity.

The chairman North Central Governors Forum in a new year message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mrs Mary Noel Berje enjoined the Muslim Ummah in the State to remain prayerful and conduct their affairs in accordance with the teachings of the Quran and Hadith

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello expressed optimism that the challenges confronting the State in particular and the country as a whole would soon be over as government is doing everything possible within the ambit of the law to address them .

" There is the need for a collective effort in nation building that is hinged on patriotism, Peace ,growth and development as well as continued corporate existence of the country."

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State and Chairman North Central Governors Forum also Urged Muslim faithful to use the boundless blessings attached to the beginning of the New Islamic Calendar to pray for the State and the country at large .

He called on the Ummah to fear Allah and pray for His divine intervention on the growing insecurity challenge in the state assuring that government will not relent in its efforts to bring an end to armed banditry and return relative peace to the affected communities.

The Governor urged Nigerlites to continue to support government and assist security agencies with useful intelligence as a necessary elixir in the collective fight against crime and criminality in the state.

The Governor reiterated his administration's commitment towards improving the living conditions of the people.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Niger State Governor.

NIGER EXECUTIVE COUNCIL PAYS CONDOLENCE VISIT TO LATE JUSTICE NDAJIWO FAMILY

Niger State Executive Council led by Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has paid condolence visit to the family of late Justice Jibrin Ndatsu Ndajiwo.

The visit had the deputy governor, Alhaji Ahmed Mohammed Ketso, Commissioners, the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Ibrahim Ahmed Matane, the Chief of Staff, Government House, Alhaji Ibrahim Balarabe and other top government functionaries were in attendance.

They offered prayers for the repose of the late Chief Judge of the state.

They also prayed Allah to forgive him his shortcomings on earth and grant him Aljannatu Firdausi.

The late Justice Ndajiwo, born 1948, died last week after a brief illness, he was the second Chief Judge of the state and the Magajin Garin Nupe.

Late Justice Ndajiwo became the state chief judge in 1991 and retired in 2013 had served the state in various capacities and was survived by two wives, children and grandchildren.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Niger State Governor

NIGER GOVERNOR, ABUBAKAR SANI-BELLO CONDOLES WITH THE LEBANESE GOVERNMENT, NIGERIAN ARMY, FERMA OVER THE LOSS OF THEIR NATIONAL, STAFF AND PERSONNEL

****VOWS TO BRING PERPETRATORS TO JUSTICE

The Niger State Governor, Abubakar Sani-Bello has commiserated with the Lebanese Government, Nigerian Army and FERMA, over the loss of their national, staff and personnel to the activities of criminal elements in the state on Monday.

In a message, the Governor expressed his deepest condolences and pain over the abducted, injured and killed workers including a foreigner.

The Governor said he is saddened over the continuous loss of lives to society's undesirable elements at a time the government is doing everything to address the problem of infrastructural decay in most parts of the state.

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello said: "It is more grieving, when workers, who are dutifully carrying out their legitimate duty of maintaining roads have to suffer this fatality.

"We are at work presently and fast-tracking other measures, which we cannot disclose for now, to check the dubious activities of these criminals portraying the state in bad light both at home and internationally."

"Our condolences are with the Lebanese Embassy in Nigeria, the Nigerian Army and FERMA over the loss, especially to the families of the deceased who have lost their bread winners. Our resolve is that these heroes will not die in vain.

"It is more worrisome that most of the perpetrators of these heinous crimes are young people, who are supposed to be leaders of tomorrow". The Governor said.

He however called for a holistic approach to dealing with the high rate of crimes through strong family system.

Governor Sani-Bello revealed that his government will intensify its collaboration with the relevant security agencies and President Muhammadu Buhari to ensure the issue of insecurity is permanently laid to rest.

The abducted and killed workers, were engaged in the repair work on the Minna-Zungeru-Tegina road when the incident occurred.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Niger State.

NIGER STATE GOVERNOR LAUDS ACTIVITIES OF IFAD, PROMISE TO GIVE NEEDED SUPPORT

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State has described the activities of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) as a laudable programme capable of stimulating the economy from the grassroots.

The Governor stated this when he played host to the Market and Enterprise Development Advisor of Federal Government of Nigeria/IFAD Value Chain Development Programme Nigeria Hajiya Fatima Muhktar Buhari and her team in Government House, Minna the State capital.

Governor Sani Bello who said IFAD has done well in the State noted that there is the need for a communication link to be set up, to monitor their activities, pointing out the importance of government at all levels to partner with development partners so as to increase the productivity of men and women farmers to eradicate poverty.

"Government and development partners should partner to see that they support men and women of the grass root so that they will increase on their productivity and this is the way to eradicate poverty," he said.

The Governor said to make a significant impact on the state through the programme, more needs to be done considering the size of the state,hence he directed the Ministry for Agriculture to give council note the activities of IFAD from time to time.

He acknowledged that the programme is an interesting one and that the State is blessed with economic potentials that will better the lot of not only the State but the Nation in general, adding that he will open up discussions with the Minister for Water Resources, to see how the Dams in the State can be distilled to boost rice farming activities in the State.

The Governor who assured the team of his administration's support for the programme to achieve it desired objective directed the Secretary to State Government to liaise with the IFAD State Coordinator to ensure all outstanding counterpart funding for the programme is cleared with the view to accessing more funds from IFAD for more impactful activities.

In her remarks, the Market and Enterprise Development Advisor of Federal Government of Nigeria/IFAD Value Chain Development Programme Nigeria, Hajiya Fatima Muhktar Buhari, said they were in the State to visit some Local Government Areas including Wushishi, Bida, Katcha, Kontagora and Shiroro where they have ongoing programmes.

Earlier the State Programme Coordinator Dr Matthew Ahmed explained that the programme support Rice and Cassava as basic commodities in the State for now, but hope to include shea butter, Cowpea and Yam soon, adding that though the programme currently operates in five local government areas of the state, they also provide intervention programmes such as capacity training to other five local government areas.

The International Fund for Agricultural Development is an international financial institution and a specialised agency of the United Nations that works to address poverty and hunger in rural areas of developing countries.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor,
Niger State.

IBB CLOCKS 79: NIGER STATE GOVERNOR AND CHAIRMAN NORTH CENTRAL GOVS FORUM DESCRIBES HIM AS A PATRIOT AND NATIONALIST


Niger State Governor and Chairman North Central Governors' Forum, Abubakar Sani Bello has described former Military President, Genera Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida as a true patriot and nationalist who gave his all to ensure the unity and survival of Nigeria.

This is as the Elder Statesman marks his 79th Birthday Anniversary on 17th August 2020.

In a congratulatory message made available in a statement by his Chief Press
Secretary(CPS), Mrs Mary Noel Berje to the former military president, the Governor said IBB's doggedness and resolve in nation-building were crucial to the stability, national and international unity as well as development of the country.

These he said have remained invaluable guardian for the nation's quest.

"I congratulate you on this special day of commemorating your birth. On a day like this, memories of your courage, invaluable service to the Nigerian Army in protecting the sovereignty of the country and your exemplary leadership which have indeed helped as well as stimulated the younger generations come to mind.

"My fervent prayer for you is to continue to get good health and may Almighty Allah also strengthen you and grant you more blessed years to continue to reap the reward of your hard work". He said.

According to him, the elder statesman's policies and programmes during his regime as the Military President in the country between 1985 and 1993 still stand the test of time, adding that the celebrant has continued to symbolize Statesmanship, Patriotism, Professionalism, vision and Courage even after active service to the Nation.

He said even as the Former Military President is advancing in age, he s remains an asset to the country, where his wise counsel and advice are needed for the growth and development of the State in particular and the Nation at large

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Niger State Governor

GOVERNOR SANI BELLO SETS UP 11-MAN GOVERNING BOARD FOR STATE WATER AND SEWAGE CORPORATION

****TOWARDS PROVISION OF SUSTAINABLE WATER AND SEWAGE SERVICES

In pursuance of a sustainable, efficient and regular provision of water and sewage services across the state, Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has inaugurated an 11-man governing Board for Niger State Water and Sewage Corporation.

Inaugurating the committee at the Government House, Minna, Governor Sani Bello said considerable achievement have been recorded in the water sector based on the steps taken by the present administration.

The Governor maitained that though the State government has replaced obsolete equipment in most of the waterworks across state worth about N2b the sector is still confronted with the challenge of reticulation as must pipes have busted.

“We have so far been able to replace pumps, electric motors, generating sets, and other ancillary equipment for smooth operation and distribution of water across the state" the Governor said.

He then charged the new board members to execute performance-based activities that will ensure that portable water in adequate quality and quantity is provided to the larger number of people.

While also urging the board members to bring their professional wealth of experience to bear in effecting critical reforms towards transforming the water corporation into a professionally managed and commercially viable public enterprise.

Terms of reference for the board includes, making strategic decisions on the activities and mandate of the corporation, reviewing and approving the corporation's business plan, budget and performance.

The board is also to monitor the implementation of the state E-Wash policy as it affects water supply and sewage in its operation, to ensure compliance with regulations and standard set by the regulatory commission.

It is also expected of the board to approve and monitor the implementation of the corporation's water services development and investment plans as well as propose urban development water tariff for the approval of the regulator.

The 11-man board members have Engineer Inuwa Kuta Musa from Zone B as Chairman, other members are; Engineer. Adamu Atsu for Zone A, Alhaji Abdulkhadir Usman from Zone C, Engineer Dr. Elizabeth Eterigho representing Nigeria Society of Engineers, Barrister Mohammed El-Sunil standing in for Nigeria Bar Association.

Others are; Haruna Yahaya representative of ICAN, Mrs. Salamatu Idris standing in for the Institute of Management, Dr. Mrs. Hadiza Mohammed representing Civil Society Organizations, Dr. Abdulkadir Baba Hassan representive from Niger Chamber of Commerce and Engineer Hassan Mohammed Chado the Managing Director of the Corporation.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Niger State Governor.

NIGER STATE TO GET SPECIAL ARMY CAMP TO FIGHT BANDITS, OTHER CRIMINAL ELEMENTS - GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO

As the fight against banditry and kidnappings receive a boost, the Nigerian Army is to establish a special camp around the troubled areas confronted with insecurity in Niger State .

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello disclosed this when he went on
a progress assessment tour of the special Army super camp 4 operation Sahel sanity, in Faskari, Katsina State along with his Kaduna State counterpart, Mallam Nasir Ahmed El-rufai who when they were received by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai.

The Special Army Camp 4, which is an Army operation, code named"Sahel Sanity" was recently established to deal with security issues in the North-Western States and Niger State in the North-Central region.

Governor Sani Bello said that forests in Niger State share boundaries with North Western states and as a result, have suffered similar fate hence the need for such special Camp on which he is optimistic will bring an end to the security challenges in the region.

" I am also made to understand that more camps are coming up, one in Niger State which I believe will go a long way towards addressing these challenges", he said.

The Governor assured that with such camps in place, the environment will be secured and safe for the inhabitants, thereby making life and farming activities return to normal as those mostly affected are rural dwellers.

Following the briefs they received so far on the successes recorded by the Super Camp 4, the Governor says it has boosted the confidence of the people in the area as reflected in the agricultural activities going on in the areas.

Both Governors commend President Muhammadu Buhari for the initiative of setting up the special camps and also applaud the efforts of the Chief of Army Staff, officers and men of the Nigeria Army for their resilience in bringing succour to the local communities.

The Governors however reaffirmed their belief that the military will win over the criminal elements.

The Governors also condoled with the Army and families of those who lost their lives in the fight to restore safety of the people in the country.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Niger State.

NIGER STATE GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO COMMISERATES WITH FAMILY OF LATE JUSTICE JIBRIN NDATSU NDAJIWO

Chairman, North Central Governors' Forum, Governor Abubakar Sani of Niger State has commiserated with the Government and people of Niger State, the judiciary and immediate family of the former Chief Judge of the State, Justice Jibrin Ndatsu Ndajiwo over his demise.

Governor Sani Bello in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, described the death as a loss not only to Niger State, but to the country as a whole.

The Governor while sympathizing with his family and the legal luminaries in the State, urged all to take solace in Almighty Allah as "He is the one that gives and takes life, adding that the late jurist lived a fulfilled and peaceful life, promoting the development and growth of the State and the legal Profession.

Though his wise counsel and elderly advice would be greatly missed, the Governor prayed Allah to forgive the deceased his shortcomings on earth and reward him with Aljannatu Firdausi as well as give the family, friends well wishers, and professional colleagues the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

Born 1948 in Doko, Lavun local government area of Niger State, Late Justice Jibrin Ndajiwo was the Second Chief Judge of the State and Magajin Garin Nupe.

Late Justice Jibrin Ndatsu Ndajiwo who was the Chairman, Niger state Judicial Service Commission, had held several positions including Permanent Secretary Ministry of Justice, July 1977, State Counsel, November 1st 1977 Chief Registrar 1980 , High Court Judge, 14th May 1985 among others.

He became the Chief Judge of the State on 18th December 1991 and retired in the same capacity in March 2013.

Late Justice Ndajiwo also served the state through various committees as Chairman and member including the judicial Profession.

The deceased who died Tuesday afternoon after a brief illness is survived by two wives, children and many grandchildren.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Niger State Governor.

SHAGUNU NAVAL BASE ON COURSE: NIGER STATE GOVERNOR, ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO REKINDLES TALK WITH CHIEF OF NAVAL STAFF, VICE ADMIRAL IBOK-EKWE IBAS

In a bid to tackle the influx of bandits suspected to be from neighbouring countries in to some parts of Niger State, Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has rekindled discussion with the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok Ekwe Ibas on the establishment of Shagunu Naval Base in Borgu Local Government Area of the State.

The Governor visited the Service Chief recently as part of his unrelenting efforts at ensure the security of lives and property of the people.

The idea of establishing the Shagunu Naval Base in the State was birthed by the State Governor following his meeting with the then Minister of Defence, Brigadier General Monsur Dan-Ali.

To ensure a vibrant Naval Base, the State government is working on the provision of basic infrastructure and social amenities such as road, water and power among others.

It is hoped that the presence of a naval base in Shagunu will improve the socio-economic activities of the area and serve as a security check to transnational crime as it is a border area with other West African countries.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Niger State Governor

GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO MOURNS VETERAN INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTER LADAN IBRAHIM AYAWA

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has expressed shock over the death of a veteran broadcaster with the Voice of America (VOA) Hausa Section.

In a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary Mrs Mary Noel-Berje, Governor Abubakar Sani Bello described the deceased as a compatriot and hard-working broadcaster who distinguished himself, contributing immensely to both news and Magazine programmes of his station.

The Governor said the personality of Late Ladan Ibrahim Ayawa is a model to younger broadcasters pointing out that the International broadcasting industry especially the Hausa Section will no doubt miss the wealth of knowledge and experience of the veteran broadcaster.

He said though death is a compulsory end to all mortals, the death of Ibrahim Ayawa is a loss not only to the International broadcast industry but to Niger State in particular but consoled by the fact that the deceased lived a good life.

The Governor then prayed Allah to grant the deceased Aljannah Firdausi and give the family, International Broadcast Industry, the State and well wishers the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

Born in 1964, late Ladan Ibrahim Ayawa hails from Kontagora, Niger State. And a graduate of Bachelor of Arts, Hausa Language, Uthman Danfodio University Sokoto.

Until his death, he was a seasoned broadcaster with the Voice of America Hausa section though retired this year.

Based in Washington DC, the deceased was a close friend to Governor Abubakar Sani Bello.

He died recently in Medstar Georgetown University hospital in DC after a brief illness and he is survived by a wife and three (3) children.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to Niger State Governor

CHAIRMAN NORTH CENTRAL GOVERNORS' FORUM URGES MUSLIM FAITHFUL TO IMBIBE VIRTUES OF EID-EL-KABIR

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State and Chairman North Central Governors' Forum has extended warmest Felicitation to Muslims as they join their counterparts World over to celebrate Eidel Kabir .

The Chairman North Central Governors' Forum, Abubakar Sani Bello in a Sallah message through his Chief Press Secretary Mary Noel-Berje expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for His boundless blessings and allowing them to witness another significant religious festival which focuses on faith and total submission to His will as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to fulfill Allah's command to sacrifice his son Ismael.

Governor Sani-Bello advised the Muslim faithful to imbibe the lessons of the religious festival which reinforces the spirit of sacrifice, tolerance and total submission to the will of Allah among others .

" we need to use this occasion to deepen our Faith like Prophet Ibrahim who obeyed Allah to Sacrifice his Son, Ismael considering the fact that faith in Almighty God and obedience to His commandments are the foundations of our relationship with God "

Niger State Governor and Chairman North Central Governors Forum, Abubakar Sani Bello said his administration will remain committed to the pursuit of peace, growth and development as well as continued corporate existence of the State in particular and the country as a whole .

According to the Governor, "the society is experiencing the most difficult times following the outbreak of COVID-19 Pandemic which has affected various spheres of the economy of the State, Country and the World at large "

The Governor said Sallah celebration which is often occasioned by Eid Prayers, animal sacrifice, social gathering, exchange of gifts and visitations should be a low-key affair to curtail the spread of Coronavirus.

To this end, he said the usual Eid prayers should be observed in Jumma'at Mosques and in compliance with safety protocols of COVID-19, explaining that social gathering should not be observed.

He said this is one of the ultimate sacrifices that is expected from the Muslim faithful at this time of the COVID-19 Pandemic adding that the significance of the season is to encourage piety, self-discipline and sacrifice.

While congratulating Muslims for the opportunity by Allah to enable them witness yet another Eid-El-Kabir, the Governor prayed for a successful celebration and charged them to remain devoted to their beliefs, show kindness and tolerance to foster harmonious co-existence as well as pray to God for an end to the security challenges that have bedevilled some parts of the State.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Niger State Governor

NIGER STATE GOVERNMENT TO CONSTRUCT 40KM PAGO-FUT BYPASS, CITY LAYOUT

Niger State Government has sealed partnership with MANZUWA Ventures Limited to construct a 40km bypass from Pago to the permanent site of the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Gidan Kwano, Minna and a City Layout at the cost of 10 Billion Naira.

To this end, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Ahmed Ibrahim Matane signed on behalf of the state government while the Chief Executive Officer, Alhaji Adam Ibn Adam signed for the private firm.

Under the MoU agreement, Manzuwa Ventures will solely finance the 10 Billion Naira project which will integrate the community members as discussions to that effect are ongoing with Minna Emirate Council.

The bypass, to be named after Governor Abubakar Sani Bello is expected to commence in October.

When completed, the road will not only serve as an alternative route to exit Minna going towards Abuja, it will also reduce the pressure on the Minna-Suleja road.

Others present at the event were; the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works, Engr Abubakar Sadiq Balarabe, Perm Sec Ministry of Lands and Housing, Dr Abdull Husaini, Perm Sec, Economic Affairs, Alh. Yahya Baba Wachiko, Director Civil Engineering, Ministry of Works, Engr Ahmed Tanko as well as Directors of Manzuwa Ventures, Alh Sagir Nagogo and Farouk Sani Yakasai.

� SCAM ALERT � DISCLAIMER

Our attention has been drawn to a Facebook page with the name and photograph of Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger state, in which he is purported to be giving out the sum of N500,000 to all Nigerian youths to support their business, agriculture/farming and education through the 2020 Federal Government Empowerment Program.

We want to alert the general public that the said page and message written are a scam and an dubious machination of one Financial Secretary, Mr. Goodwin Larry, with phone number 08074382858 aimed to defraud Nigerians of their hard earned money.

Neither Governor Abubakar Sani Bello nor the state government is spending any such amount of money on any Federal or State Youth Empowerment and wish to categorically dissociate the Governor and the state government from that illegal Facebook messenger.

The general public is warned to disregard the posts on the illegal Facebook messenger page and beware not to easily fall prey to the the defrauding activities of scammers.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor ,Niger state

GOV SANI BELLO FELICITATES WITH HIS DEPUTY @ 51

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello of Niger State has congratulated his Deputy, Alhaji Muhammad Ahmed Ketso as he celebrates his 51st birthday.

In a congratulatory message made available by his Chief Press Secretary, Mary Noel Berje, Governor Sani Bello described Alhaji Ahmed Ketso as a worthy and reliable deputy who is dependable at all times and in times of need.

The Governor eulogised his personality of being a bridge builder that is passionate about the development of the State.

He adds that their close working relationship has built a bond of brotherhood between them that will forever be remembered.
"I congratulate you this day as you mark your birthday. I specifically thank you for your efforts in costeering the affairs of the State towards greater heights" he said.

The governor prays and wishes him long life in good health to continue to discharge his duties for the success and development of the State.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Niger State Governor.

CHAIRMAN NORTH CENTRAL GOVERNORS' FORUM, GOVERNOR ABUBAKAR SANI BELLO MOURNS THE DEATH OF FATHER OF GOV ABDUL-RAZAQ OF KWARA STATE

Chairman, North Central Governors' Forum, Governor Abubakar Sani of Niger State has commiserated with the Government and people of Kwara State over the death of Alhaji AbdulGaniyu Folorunsho Abdul-Razaq, SAN, (OFR), father to the Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.

Governor Sani Bello described the death as a loss not only to Kwara State, but to the entire Northern Region as the deceased was the first lawyer in the Region.

The Governor while sympathizing with his Kwara State counterpart urged him to take solace in Almighty Allah as "He is the one that gives and takes life, adding that the late jurist lived a fulfilled life, promoting the development and growth of the Region as well as the country at large".

He said though his wise counsel and elderly advice would be greatly missed, the Governor prayed Allah to forgive the deceased his shortcomings on earth and reward him with Aljannatu Firdausi as well as give the family and well wishers fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

Born in 1927, Late Pa Folorunsho AbdulRazaq was the Mutawali of Ilorin, the Tafida of Zazzau (Zaria) and was the Chairman of the Nigerian Body of Benchers.

He died in the early hours of Saturday the 25th of July, 2020.

The deceased is survived by an aged wife Alhaja Raliat AbdulRazaq, children among them is the incumbent Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and many grandchildren.

Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Niger State Governor.

NIGER STATE GOVERNMENT RESTRATAGISIS ON COVID-19 FOLLOWING THE DISREGARD FOR THE ESTABLISHED SAFETY PROTOCOLS OF THE PANDEMIC

HENCE REITERATED THE FOLLOWING:

> REINVIGORATED CURFEW FROM 10PM-4AM DAILY;

> REINFORCED STRICT ADHERENCE TO SAFETY PROTOCOLS OF WEARING OF FACE-MASK, HAND WASHING, USE OF SANITIZERS AND MAINTENANCE OF PHYSICAL DISTANCING;

> ALL FORMS OF MASS GATHERING OCCASIONED BY THE EASE OF LOCK DOWN, ARE PROSCRIBED;

> MINISTRIES AND OTHER RELEVANT MDAs DIRECTED TO EMBARK ON MASSIVE SENSITIZATION OF PUBLIC ON THE NEED TO CURTAIL THE SPREAD OF THE VIRUS ESPECIALLY IN MARKETS, MOTOR PARKS, PLACES OF WORSHIP AMONG OTHERS;

> HENCEFORTH, ALL DEATHS SHOULD BE REPORTED AND RECORDED AT THE CLOSEST HEALTH FACILITY FOR BURIAL PROTOCOLS FROM MINISTRY OF HEALTH;

> ACCESS TO GOVERNMENT HOUSE AND OTHER GOVERNMENT OFFICES ARE RESTRICTED EXCEPT FOR THOSE ON ESSENTIAL SERVICES;

> SECURITY AGENCIES ARE DIRECTED TO STRICTLY ENFORCE COMPLIANCE;

> VIOLATORS OF ALL THE DIRECTIVES WILL BE PROSECUTED BY MOBILE COURTS.


Mary Noel-Berje
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Niger state.