As Gov Abba Yusuf Solicits Establishment of Power Plant, Sickle Cell Centre in Kano
By Rabiu Sanusi
President Dangote Groups Alh.Aliko Dangote has pledged to support social policies and human development initiative of government, targeted to ameliorate the economy burden in Kano.
Dangote made the pledged when he met with Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at government house in Kano on Friday where acknowledged that common man could hardly survive the present state of inflation in the nation.
Aliko Dangote promised to support Kano to improve health, education and empowerment of less privilege struggling to live.
"We are here first of all to congratulate you on your victory at the Supreme Court. I want to assure you of our support throughout your administration, maybe not only four years but eight years.
"Kano is home even though the MC address me as the richest black man but you can address me as Kano indigene. I am your subject and you can always call on me for cooperation to see how do we develop Kano.
"And going forward we really need to see how we can develop areas of health, education, empowerment, how do we assist the government because government cannot do it alone."
"I want to assure you that we would continue to support you not because I am from Kano but because I know your intentions are good."
"You have the mandate of the people and I know that it is very difficult for any human being to clap with the two hands now. For now you will be the right hand, and we would be your left hand, together we shall clap.
"So be rest assured that we would support you and support your administration and we want to tell you that we would continue to pray for your success because your success is ours. I am sorry for coming this late because I supposed to have been hear before now but I am being traveling alot.
"Not that we took the government for granted because I really want to have enough time to come and tell you that we believe in your administration and we are ready to support you."
In his remark Governor Abba Yusuf solicited support of the oil magnet for the establishment of independent power plant to revive the ailing industries and boost the economic strength of the state.
Similarly, the Governor told Dangote Kano darely need establishment of sickle cell hospital to provide free medication for the patients.
the Governor pleaded on the business tycoon for the completion of the gigantic projects initiated by Dangote Foundation which include Accident and Emergency ward, Surgical and Theatre complex and maternity/ pediatric building all in Murtala Muhamnad Specialists Hospital.
He noted that as the proud indigene of the state, Alhaji Dangote is capable and willing to execute as many projects as possible that is why " I am using the opportunity to solicit and appeal for alot from him to the people of the state".
"I want to make passionate appeal to you to extend your hands of assistance by completing the gigantic projects initiated by your foundation which include Accident and Emergency ward, Surgical and Theatre complex and maternity/ Pediatric building all in Murtala Muhamnad Specialists Hospital."
In the area of infrastructural development, the governor Expressed the need for Dangote to assist in the provision of modern roads construction, Housing, community development as well as human capital development among others.
While appreciating the kind gesture of Aliko Dangote in the area of education and health care development, especially in the eradication of the poliomyelitis, the governor gave the assurance that what ever form of support given, it will be used judiciously.
Setback for APC in Kano as Ganduje, Gawuna Lose Council's Chairmen, Other to NNPP
By Rabiu Sanusi
The ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) again suffered another set back as three Local Government Chairmen defected to the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano.
The decampees include Hon. Ado Tambai Kwa, Chairman of Dawakin Tofa Local council, the immediate constituency of acting National Chairman of APC, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
Hon. Kwa dumped APC to NNPP along his deputy Hon. Garba Yahaya Labour and other councillors from Ganduje's home council.
Similarly, the APC gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 general elections, Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna also lost a strong loyalist and chairman of his Nassarawa local government council, Hon. Auwalu Lawan Aramposu, to NNPP.
Hon. Mudassiru Aliyu, member of APC and Chairman of Garun-Malam Local Government council also cross carpeted to NNPP.
Receiving the decampees and their mass supporters at the Coronation hall, Government House on Saturday, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf applauded the ingenuity of the former APC members to join the NNPP.
Governor Yusuf who assured the decampees of fairness and equal treatment in their new party stressed that NNPP would be magnanimous enough to accommodate the entire APC members to serve humanity.
The Governor reiterated the government commitment to enhance social and economy development through massive investment of resources in the areas of education, health, agriculture, water resources and human empowerment.
" We are lucky that some of you have recognised the pattern of our leadership and decided to join hands with us on a mission to make Kano great. You are highly welcome home."
The defection of APC members to NNPP is coming barely two weeks, after the national Chairman of the party and immediate past Governor, Ganduje extended an open letter inviting the NNPP leadership to the ruling party.
The intrigue, although thoroughly calculated to win the heart of the Kwankwasiyya moment ahead of 2027 presidential ambition, only thought out after Governor Yusuf secured his mandate at the Supreme Court.
We will expect change by adapting strategies to identify social issues in our communities--Sadiq Mu'd Mustapha
By Rabiu Sanusi
The Gidan Yanchi lead program officer Malam Sadiq Mustapha said emphasized the program’s mission which aims at empowering young leaders to drive change by promoting human rights, democratic values, and rejecting censorship and intolerance.
Sadiq explained that during a meeting with Gidan Yanchi Fellow members which includes Media Patnera and other stakeholders at Mambayya Haouse on saturday in Kano.
Mr Sadiq Mustapha said the fellowship equally equips participants with strategies to identify social issues within their communities and develop initiatives to address them.
“During the duration of the project, the youths will be expected to contribute ideas towards improving their communities and ensuring accountability and transparency in governance through democratic reforms and policy checks.”
In her remaiks Miss Zulaiha one of the Gidan Yanchi leader described the program as a platform that motivates young people to discuss issues impacting their lives.
Hajiya Zulaiha added that when involved the stuation of the current political contexts and democratic structures in their respective communities,their action will work by the to identifie much of ways out.
One of the participant during the gathering Malama Hafsat Bello who knew as(Bahara)expressed her gratitude to organisers,for organized the meeting.
Bahara also highlighted the program’s timeliness asserting that many feel alienated from the government, wanting change but unsure how.
"So when you look at this program as structured by Gidan Yanci, it gives youths the chance to understand that they too can make remarkable changes in their societies rather than waiting for people to come and change it for them."
Hafsat Bahara further expressed her optimism that if the core objectives of the program are achieved, a lot of democratic reforms will be witnessed in Kano State and the whole Nation.
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