Adamawa, GPE open bid for 14 projects

Adamawa Government with Global Partnership for Education (GPE) has opened a bid for 14 projects to upgrade Mega Science Technical School, Gulak to College of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Studies (COTIES).

Speaking at the bid opening, in Yola, Hajiya Aisha Umar, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, said the government was committed to ensuring due process was followed when contracting projects.

“That’s why we are here today, to at least show the world that we are doing the right thing.

“I’m expecting that the right people will be awarded the contract; those that are here, and those that complied with the rules and regulations,” she said.

Umar said that 45 companies have currently bidded for 15 categories of the projects.

Umar assured that they would observe transparency in selecting those that would do the contract.

In his remarks, Mr Faruq Adamu, Procurement Officer, identified the 14 projects as the construction of electro-mechanical services and perimeter fencing of Hong and Lamurde Mega Science Schools.

The construction of four Block of 80-Room Hostels with Porter’s Lodge, Common Room and toilets each are among the projects.

Others are the Construction of one Block of 4-Bedroom Bungalow with One-Bedroom Boys’ Quarters, and one Block of 3-Bedroom semi-detached Bungalow for Rector and Deputy Residences in Gulak.

Adamu added that fencing of Hong and Lamurde as well as additional Electro-Mechanical Services were among the work to be done.

Responding on behalf of the contractors, Mr Adamu Umar, appreciated the state government for following due process and transparency.

He assured that, as professionals, they would abide by all the guidelines for a successful business

Adamawa, GPE open bid for 14 projects

VP Shettima Leads FG Delegation To Condole With Environment Minister Over Loss Of Mother

• Describes the late Hajiya Dayyabatu Lawal’s demise as great loss to Nigeria

By: Our Reporter

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, on Wednesday, led the Federal Government’s delegation on a condolence visit to the Minister of Environment, Mallam Balarabe Abbas Lawal, at his Zaria family residence in Kaduna State to commiserate with the Lawal family over the passing of their matriarch, Hajiya Dayyabatu Lawal, at the age of 93.

Senator Shettima, who said the delegation was in the state at the behest of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to extend condolences to the Emir of Zazzau, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, the Minister and the entire Zazzau Emirate, described the passing of Hajiya Dayyabatu, as a great loss to the entire nation.

“We are here at the behest of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to commiserate with the Honourable Minister of Environment, Mallam Balarabe Abbas Lawal over the demise of the matriarch of the family, Hajiya Dayyabatu Lawal,” he said.

“May Allah grant her soul eternal rest and reward her with Aljana Firdaus give her family and the good people of Zazzau Emirate, Kaduna State, at large, the fortitude to bear the loss.

“May Allah continue to unite the people of Zazzau Emirate and may peace continue to reign in Kaduna State and Nigeria in general,” he stated.

Before proceeding to the Minister’s family residence on arrival in the ancient city of Zaria, VP Shettima stopped at the palace of the Emir of Zazzau, HRH, Alhaji Bamalli, to pay homage and extend President Tinubu’s condolences to the royal father.

At the Emir’s palace, the Vice President prayed Almighty Allah to grant the soul of Hajiya Dayyabatu, who was also a respected mother to the entire Emirate, “eternal rest and reward her with Aljana Firdaus, and also give her family, the good people of Zazzau Emirate and Kaduna State at large, the fortitude to bear the loss”.

Earlier in his remark, the Emir of Zazzau, who thanked Senator Shettima for the visit, commended him for his love and concern for the people of Zazzau Emirate, as well as Kaduna State, just as he extolled the VP’s leadership qualities.

He said, “Your presence here today has brought comfort and strength, while we mourn the passing of my beloved mother, who had lived a life worthy of emulation. Your support is a testament to the values of leadership, solidarity and compassion of a leader. We thank you most sincerely for your presence here today and leadership style.”

On the Federal Government delegation led by the Vice President are the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari; Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali; Minister of State for Regional Development, Alhaji Uba Maigari Ahmadu; Special Adviser on General Duties to the President (Office of the Vice President), Dr Aliyu Umar Modibbo; Senator Mohammed Sani Musa, and Hon. Yusuf Galambi.

VP Shettima Leads FG Delegation To Condole With Environment Minister Over Loss Of Mother

Savannah State Creation: Reps passes Bill for First Reading

By: Salihu Inusa

A Bill seeking for the creation of Savannah State out of the present Borno has passed its First Reading at Wednesday’s plenary session of the 10th House of Representatives.

Recalled that in July this year, The Chairman, Northeast zone B House of Representative Committee on the 1999 constitution review, Hon Isa Ali has said that the House has received presentations and memorandum from over 50 clubs, civil society Organisation’s, Association Unions and organisations ranging from creation of states, Savannah inclusive.

Member representing Askira-Uba/Hawul Federal Constituency, Hon. Midala Balami, his counterparts, Hon. Muktari Betara of Biu/Shani/Kwaya Kusar/Bayo and Hon. Ahmed Usman Jaha, alias Babawo representing Gwoza/Damboa/Chibok Federal constituency in Borno state are sponsors/co-sponsors of the Bill respectively.

Presenting the Bill for an Act before the Honorable House, Balami through an Order Paper 223 said “It is inline with the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), to create a new state in the North East region known as Savannah State from the present Borno State, and for other related matters”.

According to Hon Balami, the proposed legislation of the new Savannah State, when created, will have 24 Local Government Areas (LGAs), including existing ones that will be adjusted and demarcated to enhance administrative efficiency and promote effective governance.

He stated that Damboa is to be the capital city of the new Savannah State when created.

Addressing Journalists in Maiduguri, the Lawmaker appreciated the Speaker of the house of representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeed Abbas and his colleagues for the support and cooperation which led to the smooth passage of the Bill for the First Reading.

He described the creation of Savannah State out of the present Borno State as imperative due to Borno’s current population and number of local government areas.

“If you look at all the states in the North-East, Borno State has the largest population; and it has 27 local government areas, which also is the highest number in the geopolitical zone,” Hon. Balami said.

In addtion Balami said; “We want to ensure effective utilization of resources in this country; and when we talk of that, the smaller the size of the component, the easier and most-effective the management of the resources it.

“So, for the people of Borno State, the creation of Savannah State is a win-win situation, because once Southern Borno has Savannah, Borno itself will have a population it can easily manage in terms of development, resource utilization and even in terms of security,” He argued.

The Lawmaker further stressed that Savannah state agitation has been on the front banner for over 40 years, and when created, is going to be a good omen, justice, fairness and inclusivity to the concerned people in that region.

Savannah State Creation: Reps passes Bill for First Reading