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RENOWNED ISLAMIC SCHOLAR VISITS NASARAWA STATE.
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Nasarawa state Governor, his Excellency Gov. Tanko Almakura has received the renowned Islamic Scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, in an expression of gratitude and commendation of his visit to the state.

Gov. Almakura made this know as he received Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, prominent Islamic scholar and leader of the Tijjaniyya Movement in Nigeria who was at the Government House lafia for a courtesy call during his visit to Nasarawa State.

The Governor thanked the delegation for the visit stating that is a great honor to the state that such a renowned Scholar that is known throughout Nigeria , Africa and the world was here in the Nasarawa state.

The Governor lauded Sheikh Bauchi stating that he could not thank him enough for the visit and the blessing that would come with his coming. Stating that he presence was always welcomed due to his love the nation and humanity , and the words of wisdom he leaves behind .

Speaking earlier Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi who there with his wife and a powerful entourage of Islamic scholars who delivered prayers for Nigeria, hoping for prosperity and peace.

Sheikh Bauchi declared that he has no medicine to offer the people only prayers to the nation, he offered prayers for Nasarawa State and Governor , for him to achieve all the things he has put forward to do to better Nasarawa state and its people, and peace in Nasarawa state

NIGERIA INDEPENDENCE; THE OLD CHILD CELEBRATES 57.
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Today marks a significant day in the historic book of the giant of Africa, as she marks its 57th year anniversary since her independence from colonial leadership in 1960. However, as we celebrate this day, it would be wise for us to reflect on the challenges that have torpedoed the socio-economic and socio-political structure of Nigeria.

Notably, several people and groups have frowned at the present situations facing Nigeria and the need to be relieved from the webs that have choked the nation's growth, as well as its inability to live up her old-age since independence.

Recently, the stronghold of Biafra agitation has left series of cracks on the national bridge of our independence, the killings by Fulani Herdsmen and several cases of religious, economic, ethnic and political permutations have also questioned the structure that binds the nation together.

Over time, we have holstered situations that contradicts the values which stirs up development and growth in a nation; we have dwelt with the mentality of apportioning blames on each other; the people have accused their leaders for embezzling the Public Treasury Account, on the other hand, the leaders have blamed the people for lack of skills and vigour that could accelerate the advancement of a nation.

However, the recent political tension and revolutionary pressure facing this great nation has established the need for a collective engagement towards securing a better future for our generations yet unborn.

Obviously, we have gone a long way as nation; the time to make a sustainable paradigm shift from the present structure and system is imperatively paramount. To achieve this, we must imbibe the spirit of patriotism; we must work together as a nation; engage in sacrifices that opposes our personal interest, but upholds nation building, import strategies that can explode the values of our resources and continuously initiate the changes that we want to see individually.

Therefore, the exposition of insecurity, corruption, poverty, defunct economic strategies, low education, electoral deformity and a dilapidated democratic structure should be redefined so as to create a soft landing for the sustainable growth and development of our nation.

We are 57 years today, we are strong, we are growing though at a snailish pace, we are vibrant and we are Nigerians; the giant of Africa.
"Happy Independence Day".

God Bless Nigeria.

NASARAWA STATE CIVIL SERVANTS TO ENJOY "FREE LAUNCH" INITIATIVE.
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The Commissioner of Special Education, Science and Technology in Nasarawa state, Prof. Jonathan Ayuba has unveiled the "Free Launch" initiative for members of staff in the Ministry so as to motivate and improve the modus operandi in the Ministry.

The Commissioner made this announcement during an interview with newsmen at Lafia. He disclosed that, the idea was to create an enabling working environment for workers; improve working relationship amongst members of staff and to also provide an avenue for interaction irrespective of status in the Ministry.

Prof. Ayuba says, "if the environment is conducive and the relationship is cordial there would be improvement in productivity in the Ministry.
However, he said that the launch was to be delivered three time in a week in the ministry.

NASARAWA STATE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL APPROVES ADOPTION OF TSA, OTHERS.
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The Nasarawa State Executive Council meeting held yesterday at Lafia highlighted series of programs, projects and decisions to be handled and implemented in the state. Amongst them is the approval to adopt the "Treasury Single Account" TSA in the state.

The meeting recorded the presence of Governor Tanko Almakura, His Deputy Silas Agara, the Secretary to the State Government, Honourable Commissioners in the state and the Acting Head of Service.

The deliberations of the meeting which lasted for hours was related to the press by Hon. Abdulhamid Kwarra, Commissioner of Information and also his colleagues from Health and Education.
Hon. Abdulhamid stated that the Council has approved 20billion for the recurrent and capital expenditure of MDAs, the conduct of Census for People living with disabilities, approval for the sale of State properties in Lagos, kaduna, Jos and few within the state, the approval to liquidate NIPDCI Limited and the appointment of Messer Cyber I System Network, which is aimed at improving the organisation of revenue collection and generation in the state.

He went further stating that the Council have also resolved to establish a Research and Outbreak Control Laboratory in the state, the approval to donate the new Lafia General Hospital to the University of Lafia for its college of medicine and teaching hospital and the establishment of Lafia Institute of Technical Education.

Moreso, the Council did resolve on the approval of engaging 2,140 Teachers to serve in Junior and Secondary Schools across Nasarawa State and the merger of 58 public secondary schools in the state.

Considerably, the council made provisional approvals to ratify some projects in the state, they include, the Lafia Golf Course, the award of contract for the construction of 1.3km asphalt road and 2span 30m reinforced concrete bridge from Keffi/Nasarawa highway through township stadium to Saura Village in Keffi LGA as well as the renovation of Command Secondary Schools, Science and Technical in Agwada Kokona LGA and Agwan Zaria in Akwanga LGA.

And finally, in the furtherance of a strategic social/cultural imposition, the council approved the construction 13 Multipurpose warehouses at the headquarters of all the 13 local governments in the state.

TRUMP RELEASE NAMES OF NIGERIA POLITICIANS WHO STOCKED LOOTED FUNDS OVERSEAS.
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US government unveils 16 Richest Politicians From Nigeria And Names Of US Banks They Stocked Public Funds They Stole.
Name BANK AND AMOUNT
1. Aisha Buhari. JP Morgan chase/ New York. $2.9 billion
2. Col. Abubakar Lawal. American express/New York $2.5 billion
3. Garba Shehu. Wells Fargo/ San Francisco. $2.3 billion
4. Ahmed Idris. Citi group/ New York city. $2.1 billion
5. Nadir El-rufai Citi group/ New York city. $2.6 billion
7. Femi Adesina US Bancorp/ Minnesota. $1.9 billion
8. Babagana Monguno financial/ Detroit. $1.8 billion
9. Tukur Buratai. BB&T/ North Carolina. $2.9 billion
10. Abayomi Olonishakin
Citi group/ new York. $2.3 billion
11. Sadique Abubakar. State street corporation & $1.9 billion
12. Lawal Daura. Wells Fargo/ San Francisco. $2.4 billion
13. Amina Zakari. Citi g!roup/ New York $1.8 billion
14. Zara Buhari. Bank of America. $1.2 billion
15. Habibu Abdulahi. US Bancorp. $1.7 billion
16. Baba Haruna Jauro. Ally financial. $2.2 billion
17. Umaru Dambatta. Bank of America. $1.7 billion
18. Aliyu Gusau. Ally Financial. $1.3 billion
19. Babachir David Lawal. BB financial. $978
20. Babatunde Fashola. American Bank. $2.4 billion
21. Chris Ngige. Northern Bank AA $2.7 billion
22. Rotimi Amaechi. SSA Financial. $3.6 billion
23. Abdulrahman Danbazau. UNITY BS. $2.6 billion
24. Solomon Dalong. American Bank. $4.2 billion
25. Lai Muhammed. Ally Financial. $1.3 billion
26. Muhammadu Buhari. $3.2 billion
27. Aisha Hadi Sirika. AA Financial. $976 million.
what a shame.

BIAFRA; IGBO COMMUNITY SHUNS ENGAGEMENTS WITH IPOB.
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Chief Godwin Onemaka, leader of the Igbo community has trashed the agitation of the Indigenous people of Biafra, urging them to reflect on the collateral damages and prevailing consequences which the movement will expose.

He commended the south eastern governors for reviewing the weight of the matter. Chief Godwin Onemaka, made this assertions during an interview at Adamawa state with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) today. Onemaka cited the devastating impact of a civil war and the need to shun the movement so as to maintain peace and unity in Nigeria.

the leader of the Igbo community said that the Biafra agitation has failed and there is no need to restart it; the agitators should consider the interests of the Igbos in other parts of the country. “We are looking for a way of developing ourselves and the country while most of us have invested much outside south eastern part of the country, he says.

However, he cleared the air on the position of Igbo community in Adamawa state, he says “we want to distance ourselves from the agitations, we have lived in the northern part of the country for years and our children have studied there, most of whom are graduates now,’’ Onemaka said.
The leader also commended the south eastern state governors for intervening in the matter but expressed concern about declaring the agitators as terrorists.

NasarawaReports gathered that the Ndigbo Peace Movement and Arewa Groups have stressed on the need for peaceful co-existence not-withstanding our ethnic and religious differences.

IPOB HAS BEEN DECLARED A TERRORIST GROUP
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Finally, the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted an order declaring the Indigenous People Of Biafra (IPOB) as a terrorist organisation.
According to Sahara Reporters, this order was filed by the attorney-general of the federation, Abubakar Malami on Wednesday, September 20. He stated that their activities reflects terrorism and illegallities.
Some Nigerians have reacted to the judgement by the Federal high Court to be fair, but the truth remains that what has to be done must be done early enough to prevent any further activities by the group.

HERDSMEN AND IPOB; WHICH IS A TERRORIST GROUP?
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Terrorism is a deliberate act of violence by any group or person to create an emotional response through the suffering of civilians in the furtherance of a political or social agenda. However, with the above definition we can clearly decipher which among the Fulani Herdsmen or IPOB is indeed a terrorist group.

Nigeria has experienced several local crisis ranging from religious mishaps, tribal misunderstanding, sectional problems and political crisis. Amongst these crisis fuelled by various group is the recent killings perpetrated by Fulani Herdsmen in the north, and the movement by the indigenous people of Biafra (IPOB) for a new country in a country -what a myopic vision.
However, the similarities in their ideology differs; the Fulani herdsmen are clamouring for a cause that justifies their operation as Nigerians, on the other hand IPOB is engaging a movement that satisfies her selfish interest and is capable of establishing a civil war.

Considering the recent savages caused by violent groups in Nigeria, it would be unfair for the leadership of this country to allow any of such developments to short-changed the growth and advancement of this country. The python operation by the Nigeria military was a wise decision because if the situation escalates, the same people who is blaming the president would criticise him for his inability to manage the situation now that it's at an Infant level.

Therefore, the enlisting of Nnamdi Kanu led IPOB as a terrorist group is indeed a plausible move, because it will help send a message to any other group with such vision.

While blaming the government on marginalisation based on the python operation in the south east, it will also be wise for us to refresh our memory on the action of the Federal government on the Shiites group and its leader in the Northern region.

The government is therefore encouraged to continue in its radical approach in managing such crisis. More oil to the strategic engine of Mr. President.

INSECURITY; NORTHERN RESIDENT CLAMOUR FOR ALI KWARA'S SECURITY TACTICS TO COMBAT CRIME.
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Northern Nigeria have witnessed several and countless security challenges in recent times, and it’s sheered impact is indeed devastating. However, residents in the north have expressed imperative dissatisfaction to the outrageous damages caused by perpetrators, as well as the need to secure a firm solution to issues of insecurity and crime management in the nation.‎ Owing to the rate of increase in crimes like kidnapping, car snatching, armed robbery, drug and human trafficking etc, in the north, residents have cried out to the government seeking and recommending private security experts with the technical intelligence, approach and crime control tactics required to efficiently combat crime in the northern part of Nigeria; saying that the activities of the Nigeria police force needs to be supplemented.
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In the request by residents in the north, the call for proper empowerment and reinforcement of “Ali Kwara Crime Control Team” was predominant.
“Ali Kwara”, who is a nightmare to criminals in the north, a pain in the ass of kidnap kingpins and a household name in crime control has recently maintained a cold feet to insecurity issues in the north, but the recommendations by elites and residents in the north will probe his present position on security matters. Notably, he has been recommended as a person who is capable to carefully and strategically bring an end to the challenges of insecurity in northern Nigeria based on his previous success and achievements in crime control.
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While reacting to the demands and recommendations of the people, Alex Nwankwo, the media aid to Mr. Ali Kwara told journalists during a press briefing at his Gwarinpa office yesterday, that his boss is willing and able to take up any task that relates to security check in the country. He went further to buttress on the role Ali Kwara played in tactically returning discipline, safety and peace to northern Nigeria during the early years of the millennium. Nwankwo stated that if Mr. Ali Kwara is encouraged and empowered by the federal government, the issues of insecurity in the north will be thrown overboard.
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However, one Babangida Usman, a trader in Kano reacted to the present situation of crime misplacement saying that “there has been so much stealing and snatching of cars, robbery in markets and home, today is one kidnap case, tomorrow is another”. He added that the Nigeria police is trying and their effort needs support because the situation is fast deteriorating.‎
Mr. Babangida went further to narrate his experience, he says “I remember when I was doing business in Bauchi, I recall clearly the impact of Ali Kwara led vigilante; the impact was evident and the fight was indeed a success because it restored discipline, safety and peace to the people”. He added that president Buhari should explore the skills and strategies of Ali Kwara in combating crime and insecurity in the northern region of Nigeria.
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Aruwa sadiq from Kaduna, a member of MBO also challenged the Nigeria government saying that military interventions on civil related issues is undemocratic. He sustained his assertion by saying that the need to encourage and empower the likes of Ali Kwara is sin qua non. He identified the recent outbreak of crisis in several states, saying that this wouldn’t have been if we had local security experts that can engage quick interventions when there is such outbreak.
Therefore, considering the trends of revolution in our democracy, it will paramount for the government to respond to the request of the people so as to maintain peace, safety and discipline in the north.‎

INSECURITY; NORTHERN RESIDENT CLAMOUR FOR ALI KWARA'S SECURITY TACTICS TO COMBAT CRIME.
- NasarawaReports
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Northern Nigeria have witnessed several and countless security challenges in recent times, and it’s sheered impact is indeed devastating. However, residents in the north have expressed imperative dissatisfaction to the outrageous damages caused by perpetrators, as well as the need to secure a firm solution to issues of insecurity and crime management in the nation.‎ Owing to the rate of increase in crimes like kidnapping, car snatching, armed robbery, drug and human trafficking etc, in the north, residents have cried out to the government seeking and recommending private security experts with the technical intelligence, approach and crime control tactics required to efficiently combat crime in the northern part of Nigeria; saying that the activities of the Nigeria police force needs to be supplemented.
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In the request by residents in the north, the call for proper empowerment and reinforcement of “Ali Kwara Crime Control Team” was predominant.
“Ali Kwara”, who is a nightmare to criminals in the north, a pain in the ass of kidnap kingpins and a household name in crime control has recently maintained a cold feet to insecurity issues in the north, but the recommendations by elites and residents in the north will probe his present position on security matters. Notably, he has been recommended as a person who is capable to carefully and strategically bring an end to the challenges of insecurity in northern Nigeria based on his previous success and achievements in crime control.
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While reacting to the demands and recommendations of the people, Alex Nwankwo, the media aid to Mr. Ali Kwara told journalists during a press briefing at his Gwarinpa office yesterday, that his boss is willing and able to take up any task that relates to security check in the country. He went further to buttress on the role Ali Kwara played in tactically returning discipline, safety and peace to northern Nigeria during the early years of the millennium. Nwankwo stated that if Mr. Ali Kwara is encouraged and empowered by the federal government, the issues of insecurity in the north will be thrown overboard.
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However, one Babangida Usman, a trader in Kano reacted to the present situation of crime misplacement saying that “there has been so much stealing and snatching of cars, robbery in markets and home, today is one kidnap case, tomorrow is another”. He added that the Nigeria police is trying and their effort needs support because the situation is fast deteriorating.‎
Mr. Babangida went further to narrate his experience, he says “I remember when I was doing business in Bauchi, I recall clearly the impact of Ali Kwara led vigilante; the impact was evident and the fight was indeed a success because it restored discipline, safety and peace to the people”. He added that president Buhari should explore the skills and strategies of Ali Kwara in combating crime and insecurity in the northern region of Nigeria.
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Aruwa sadiq from Kaduna, a member of MBO also challenged the Nigeria government saying that military interventions on civil related issues is undemocratic. He sustained his assertion by saying that the need to encourage and empower the likes of Ali Kwara is sin qua non. He identified the recent outbreak of crisis in several states, saying that this wouldn’t have been if we had local security experts that can engage quick interventions when there is such outbreak.
Therefore, considering the trends of revolution in our democracy, it will paramount for the government to respond to the request of the people so as to maintain peace, safety and discipline in the north.‎

SHOCKING; EL' RUFAI EXPOSED FOR ROLE IN CHIBOK GIRLS ABDUCTION.
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The Minister of Women Affairs, Aisha Alhassan has exposed the Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El' Rufai for the role he played with assisting Boko Haram in Chibok Girls abduction.

The Minister made this assertion while reacting to El Rufai's speech on her preference for Atiku Abubakar in the forthcoming 2019 Presidential election. She said there are lot of things Nigerians needs to know about the planning and execution of Chibok girl kidnapping because those behind it will be unmasked very soon. The intention was very obvious, to defame and blackmail PDP and Jonathan out of power.

She went further saying that "El Rufai was among those who plotted against Jonathan by tactically supporting Boko Haram and the Kidnap of Chibok girls, the information is out there where he lied that Jonathan wanted to kill him and other top members of APC by raising a false alarm about "sniper list". No sane Nigerian will take El Rufai serious because he is an unrepentant addicted liar".

Going by the claims of Aisha Alhassan, the Minister of Women Affairs and social development, El Rufai who is received by Nigerians as a disciplined, intellectual and proactive leader might now be having a dent in his political image.
The outrageous claims by the Minister, if proven to be substantial will go a long way at damaging the political image and career of Gov. Nasir El Rufai.

The Minister sustained her position on the 2019 elections saying that she isn't a coward, she says "Buhari is my President and one of the fathers of my party APC, if I can’t be real with my choice of Atiku, then it would amount to eye service, I am not that kind of person".

She went further to expose the ills of El Rufai when she referenced Former President Obasanjo's book “My Watch”. She said the book gave a valid description of who the midget El Rufai is; he thrives on stabbing the hands that feeds him just to rise politically, he can lie and kill so far he will rise in his political career not minding the pain he is inflicting on others, one of such is his supervision of the mass killing and hurriedly burying of over 1,000 Shiites killed in Kaduna.

She concluded by saying that she will personally meet with President Buhari and explain herself to him, "after all I am a politician, for those who have gone ahead to plant a corruption story about me in the media, you are just wasting your time" she added.

GOV. TANKO ALMAKURA, EMIR OF LAFIA VISITS GARAKU OVER DEATH OF HRH ABAGA TONI.
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His Excellency, Governor Tanko Almakura in the entourage of the Emir of Lafia and other dignitaries in the state paid a condolence visit to the family of the late HRH Abaga Toni of Toni Kingdom.
During the visit, the Governor encouraged the family and community members to take heart over the loss of the monarch and also to continually maintain peace and coexistence which the late monarch was known to have stood for.
He described the death of the first class ruler in kokona local government Area in Nasarawa state, HRH Mr. Sylvester, a traditional ruler in Toni Kingdom as a true leader whose loss cannot be quantified, being a great loss to his family, the Toni Kingdom, the state and the nation at large.
The late ruler of Toni Kingdom kicked the bucket at age 94. He was formerly a permanent secretary, a writer, and a teacher who impacted a lot on people around him. The Governor confessed that he had known the monarch since 1967 from their early school years.
His Excellency called on the family of the monarch, the elites and the people within his domain to consider the loss as a watershed that will bind them together as well as see this loss as a call for sacrifice, forgiveness and unity among all tribes. He called on the tribes within the domain to cooperate, show their unity, spirit of brotherhood, togetherness and remain their brothers keeper.
Speaking on behalf of the traditional council, HRH Chindo Yamusa the Emir of Keffi, he appreciated the state governor for making out time from his tight schedule to speak such words to the family. He also prayed for the safe return of everyone who came to pay their condolence visit to the late Abaga Toni of the Toni Kingdom.

NASARAWA STATE REACTS TO RESIDENT DOCTOR'S STRIKE.
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70 consultants and other health workers have been mobilised to review the effect of resident doctors’ strike in the country.
The Medical Director of the centre, Dr Joshua Ndom, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Keffi, saying that the strike by National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) is unfortunate as it is affecting the lives of many Nigerians negatively, especially those who do not have the means to go for treatment in private hospitals.
Dr. Udom reiterated that FMC is doing everything in its capacity to deliver her best in other to save lives. However, the agency have mobilised no fewer than 70 consultants and other health workers to attend to patients who were already on admission before the strike, and to emergency cases.
He said “the strike by National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) is unfortunate as it is affecting the lives of many Nigerians negatively, especially those who do not have the means to go for treatment in private hospitals.
Ndom appealed to the striking doctors to return to their duties in the interest of peace and to save lives, while negotiation continued.
He also said that the appeal has become imperative because as a result of the strike, many human lives will been affected in the country.
He restated the centre’s commitment to improve the welfare of its staff and urged the striking doctors to complement government’s efforts through hard work and quality service delivery.

[TANKO ALMAKURA, IGP LAUNCHES NEW POLICE COMMAND IN LAFIA, NASARAWA STATE
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The Almakura led government has commissioned a new police command in Lafia to boost the security system in Nasarawa State today.
The new police command was officially launched by the IGP, Ibrahim Idris Kpotum at the state capital, Lafia. The IGP appreciated the move by the state Governor saying that the intervention by the state government would go a long way in enhancing the operational capacity of police in the state. He also went further to say that the state government would not have been able to stem the numerous security challenges in the state without its collaboration with the Police.
Mr. Ibrahim Kpotum revealed that the complex being inaugurated today is one of the biggest police command headquarters in the country.
However, the state governor, his Excellency Gov. Tanko Almakura said the state government would continue to partner with the police and other security outfits toward controlling crime in the state.
NasarawaReports confirmed that Before the inauguration, the command was operating from the building of the defunct Social Democratic Party (SDP) office along Makurdi road in Lafia.

BLOODY ROAD ACCIDENT; CAR HITS MAN TO DEATH, DRIVES OFF.
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A man was hit to death by a car on Keffi-Abuja express way few minutes ago. The driver drove off after sending the helpless victim to his early grave.
The man was hit while trying to cross the road by a car which was on a very high speed and did not stop to review the damages.
NasarawaReports confirmed the accident, though the body of the victim still lie helplessly by the express road waiting for a good samaritan to help his lifeless body.
Several accidents have occurred on this route, and majority of them happen as a result of over-speeding. Therefore, road users are advised to maintain speed limits and careful driving ethics so as to cut down the death rate of road accidents. The Federal Road Safety Corps should equally improve in its orientation programmes for basic and passive road users.
This happened at One-man Village, along shopping centre, a popular drinking zone at karu local government Area in Nasarawa state.

BLOODY ROAD ACCIDENT; CAR HITS MAN TO DEATH, DRIVES OFF.
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A man was hit to death by a car on Keffi-Abuja express way few minutes ago. The driver drove off after sending the helpless soul to his early grave.
The man was hit while trying to cross the road by a car which was on a very high speed and did not stop to review the damages.
NasarawaReports confirmed the accident, though the body of the diseased still lies helplessly by the express road waiting for a good samaritan to help his lifeless body.
Several accidents have occurred on this route, and majority of them happens as a result of over-speeding. Therefore, road users are advised to maintain speed limits and careful driving ethics so as to cut down the death rate of road accidents. The Federal Road Safety Corps should equally improve in its orientation programmes for basic and passive road users.
This happened at One-man Village, along shopping centre, a popular drinking zone at karu local government Area in Nasarawa state.

THE YOUNGEST PROFESSOR REACTS TO ASUU STRIKE.
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Prof. Nasiru, a forty years old professor at the Nasarawa State university told NANS that the ongoing ASUU strike was not to enrich lecturers but to improve the standards in Nigeria universities.
Prof Idris made the remarks when the award of “Distinguish Recognition” was bestowed on him by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) in Keffi, Nasarawa State.
The professor who is eventually the youngest professor in Nigeria spoke on the educational values that piloted him into an early achievement in his academic pursuits; he says "I dedicated my life to rigorous studies and shunning unionism to become a professor at 40 years".
Professor Nasiru Irish is a Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nasarawa State University, Keffi.

KEDI Health Consult encourages Nigerians to lead a healthy life. The CEO, Christabel Friday made this statement during a brief conversation with NasarawaReports this morning.
She called on Nigerians to be careful with what they eat, how they eat and when it is necessary to engage food supplements.
She concluded by unveiling some of the new health development products which KEDI Health Consult has provided.

BUHARI INVITES OBASANJO, JONATHAN, OTHERS TO DISCUSS TENSION-RELATED ISSUES IN NIGERIA.
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President Muhammadu Buhari has invited past leaders in the Council of State meeting next week, so as to discuss issues that have raised storms and tension in Nigeria.
The President who resumed office after his 105 days in London for medical vacation revealed that the tNational Council of State and the Legislators are the outright bodies to resolve the issues facing this great nation; he said this during his life broadcast on Monday.
Notably, the Council of State is a body that counsels the executive on policy making, maintenance of public discipline and order as well as other necessary issues that bothers on the growth and development of the country.

JAMB Confirms 120 Score As Cut-Off Mark for Universities, 100 for Polytechnic.
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In a meeting with authorities of the Higher Institutions yesterday at Abuja, the Jamb Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede announced the new cut off marks for universities, Polytechnic, college of education and enterprise institution.
Confirmed that 120marks will be the cutoff for students who wants to secure admission in Nigeria universities, 100 marks will be accepted for polytechnics and 110 for enterprise institution.
He explained that over 1.7 million Nigerians wrote the Jamb exam, but less than 550,000 scored above 200 and about 75% scored below 160.
The Registrar noted that admissions would be given by institutions based on agreed quotas prescribed by regulatory bodies including National Universities Commission, National Commission for Colleges of Education and National Board for Technical Education. Merit, catchment areas and educationally disadvantaged states would be among the criteria.

ALAGO PEOPLE; DISCOVERING THEIR CULTURES, VALUE AND HISTORY.
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Nigeria is a heterogeneous society with over 250 million ethnic groups and languages but notable among these many entities are; Hausa-Fulani in the Northern axis of the country; second is the Yoruba nation in the Western part of the country; and the enterprising Igbo in the Eastern axis of the country.

Apart from these three major ethnic groups in Nigeria, it will be absurd not too bring to fore, other wonderful tribes. On the front burner is, one of the principal ethic groups in Nasarawa State namely; Alago.

The people of Alago tribe at present, are occupying 3 Local Government Areas in Nasarawa- Obi, Keana, Doma, including Assakio (a community within Lafia Local Government).

Before the creation of the state by the then Military President, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida in 1996, the people of Alago were subordinately and geographically part of Plateau State.

Tracing the path of history, it is established that the Alago nation originally migrated from the defunct Jukun Kingdom (in present day Taraba State) dated back to 800 AD as they finally found their homes in Keana; Doma; Obi; and Assakio respectively.

No historical account on the people of Alago tribe will be complete without an apt reference to Akyana Adi- a titanic ancestor and leader of the Alago nation who remains their pathfinder from Jukun Kingdom to their present destinations.

Topographic Features:
Keana, Doma, Obi and Assakio (ancestral homes of the Alago folks) are characterized with both flat and rocky terrains. They are blessed with attractive and scintillating scenery. And their ever-flowing rivers are; Akyana Bgobgo; Akyana Poole and One.

Land Mass and Population:
The Alago nation rests on expense of land estimated at about 3,762.1km² and a total population of about 219.607 at the 2006 census. Alago as a language has about 219.607 native speakers.

Religion:
The dominant religions practised by vast majority are: Islam and Christianity with an extremely population of traditional believers.

Indigenous Economic Activities:
The land is graced with industrious and hardworking men and women. But there is one phenomenal belief that farming is a reserve for men and salt business (both extraction and refining) is predominantly women's economic venture.

Marriage:
Inter-tribal marriage is highly encouraged among the people of Alago. This is evident in the agelong peaceful co-habitation with neighbouring tribes such as; Gwandara; Eggon; Koro; Tiv and many others.

Food:
Their several palatable local delicacies made the tribe stand exceptional in the league of other tribes in the country. And one of these delicacies is, Madidi (or alternatively called Agidi)- it is porridge made with flour from corn. Madidi can be served with either Moi-moi, beans or vegetable soup.

Notable Personas:
To many people, the tribe might sound so strange and perhaps, unfamiliar. But it is pretty interesting to learn that Alago as a tribe has produced (still producing) many notable and illustrious intelligentsia who have served (and still serving) the country in different capacities, popular among them are;

1. Alhaji Ahamadu Oga Onawo (Andoma of Doma).

2. Alhaji Abdulahi Osana Hayattudeen (Emir of Keana).

3. Mike Omeri (A former Director General, National Orientation Agency).

4. Musa Elaborate (A Former Minister of State For Justice Under Olusegun Obasanjo)

5. Alhaji Aliyu Akwe Doma (A former governor of Nasarawa State).

6. Yahya Adam Major (Former Majority Leader in the State House of Assembly) .

7. Hamza Elayo (Secretary to the State Government in Tanko Al-Makura's first tenure.

8. Senator Suleiman Adobe (A Serving Senator)


There are thousands of personalities of Alago extraction, but just to mention a few.

Please note that; this epochal piece is subject to correction as it might not carry the ins and outs of the Alago nation. In light of this, the piece is predicted on materials available us in the course of our research. We therefore, plead that our shortcomings be waived. Thanks and happy reading.


Researcher: Ibrahim Mohammed FG.
Source: Mallam Abubakar Eselema

GOVERNOR ALMAKURA VISITS IGP, CAS OVER SECURITY BOOST IN NASARAWA STATE.
- NasarawaReports
The State Governor of Nasarawa State, His Excellency, Governor Tanko Almakura yesterday visited the IGP of police and the Chief of Army Staff to discuss prevailing insecurity issues in the state and the need for sufficient interventions.
The state governor was relieved after he was promised by the security chiefs that the state will be given priority and his request will be considered and communicated to the relevant authorities for immediate reactions.

SHOCKING: #ResumeorResign# Protesters Set for Protest at London.
- NasarawaReports.
The #ResumeorResign# protest have taking its protest to London. The protest according to our reporters will be held at the front of President Muhammadu Buhari's residence at london.
It was gathered that the protest would be carried out all night but in a peaceful and calm manner, considering that the Protesters have discussed with the UK security authorities.

SHOCKING: #ResumeorResign# Protesters Set for Protest at London.
- NasarawaReports.
The #ResumeorResign# protest have taking its protest to London. The protest according to our reporters will be held at the front of President Muhammadu Buhari's residence at london.
It was gathered that the protest would be carried out all night but in a peaceful and calm manner, considering that the Protesters have discussed with the UK security authorities.

BREAKING NEWS; Gov. Tanko Almakura Visits President Muhammadu Buhari at London.
NasarawaReports.
Nasarawa State Governor, His Excellency Gov. Tanko Almakura Visited President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday at London. The state a governor of Nasarawa State has confirmed that the President is hale and hearty, set to return back to Nigeria soon.
His Excellency, was warmly received by the president at his London resident.

BREAKING NEWS:
President Muhammadu Buhari's Return, Aisha Buhari reveals hope.
- NasarawaReports.
The wife of the President, Aisha Buhari has posted a content revealing that the presidency has confirmed the state of health of the president in London and is optimistic that next week his Doctors will approve his return to Nigeria.
However, there have been several promises that has thrilled the return of president Buhari, but it is obvious that Nigerians haven't given up on their expectations on the president's return.
On behalf of the entire editorial team of NasarawaReports, we therefore ties hands with the wife of the president in her optimism on the return of Mr. President next week.
We won't stop praying for President Muhammadu Buhari.

IMPRESSIVE:
Redeem Church Head Pastor Visits President Buhari at London.
NasarawaReports.
The general overseer of Redeem Church worldwide, Pastor Adeboye was spotted by our reporter at London, during his brief visit to see President Muhammadu Buhari.
His visit revealed that the President is responding efficiently to medics and will be returning back to Nigeria to resume his official assignments.
Nigerians have prayed endlessly for the safe and healthy return of the President and it is obvious that her prayers have been heard eventually.

KARU INTERNATIONAL MARKET COMMISSIONING; COMMISIONER MEETS WITH TRADE ASSOCIATIONS TO DISCUSS DELAYS.
-NasarawaReports.

The Commissioner of Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Hon. Tanko Zubairu met with trade associations yesterday to discuss the worries, delays and outrageous rates of shop allocations at the Karu International Market. The impressive meeting which witnessed the presence of the Director of Ministry of commerce and industry, President of trade association in Nasarawa State, chairman of Trade unions in Karu Local Government and several heads of trade associations revealed the absurd delays, pains and concealed tears of potential traders for Karu International Market.
During the conversation, the commissioner asked the trade associations to provide answers to the questions of what has delayed traders from entering the market, the identification of associations that haven’t received allocations and when the market will be opened? He emphasized on the eagerness of the state governor at ensuring an immediate operation and business transaction in the market. Contrarily, the chairmen of several trade associations reacted by commenting on the high rates of shop allocations, the unfair distribution of shop allocations and the incessant promises by the state government to officially commission the market.
Reacting to the complains on the rates of shop allocation, Hajia Ramatu Junde, the Director of State Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and Acting Permanent Secretary calmed the waves by unveiling the new reduced rates of shop allocations to traders and the reduction on the time interval for the allocation. She noted that the 5years allocation interval has been reduced to two years and the cost slashed to an even division so as to accommodate the interest of petty traders who could not afford the rates that the consultant (Abuja Market Management Limited) placed on their 50Percent allocation share.
However, the commissioner also identified the plights of Timber and building Material traders by encouraging them to move into the market, as they will be given sufficient locations and security to ensure that they operate efficiently. He reiterated that His Excellency, Governor Tanko Almakura is committed to the interest of Timber and building material traders. He also cautioned trade association leaders to refrain from the act of giving out illegal and outrageous allocation rates to traders.
Eventually, the meeting came to an end with a feeling of relief and happiness, as a member of staff in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Haruna Mainingi told NararwaReports that he observed smiles on the faces of traders as well as a great reliance of the on the words of the commissioner after he assured them that the market will be commissioned sooner than their expectations.