Gov. Buni Chairs Lake Chad Basin Commission Meeting in Ndjamena, Chad

By: Mamman Mohammed

Yobe state Governor and Chairman of the Lake Chad Governor’s Forum Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON, COMN today chaired his first meeting with the Lake Chad Basin Commission at its headquarters in Ndjamena, Chad, as the Forum’s chairman.

Gov. Buni attached importance to today’s meeting saying, “today’s inaugural engagement between the Lake Chad Basin Governor’s Forum and Lake Chad Basin Commission is very special to me being the first since my emergence as the Chairman of the Lake Chad Basin Governor’s Forum, placing a greater responsibility on me to reinforce our collective resolve for peace, stabilization, and prosperity in our region”.

He noted that the outcome of the fifth Forum meeting in Maiduguri was built on the pillars of security, cooperation, humanitarian response, sustainable development, and climate resilience, underscoring our collective resolve to move from declarations to delivery.

“Among our major resolutions were the need to enhance the operational capacity of the Multi National Joint Task Force, deepen cross-border infrastructure development, mobilize finance through the Special Multi-Partner Delivery Fund and the Nexus Funding Facility, support community-based reintegration and reconciliation policies.

“The Forum also reaffirmed its commitment to tackling emerging threats such as youth radicalization, illicit arms trade, and ecological degradation. Notably, we welcomed the validation of the Regional Strategy for Stabilization Recovery and Resilience and the initiation of transformative projects such as the Support Project for the Restoration of the Ecological and Economic Functions of the Lake
Chad Basin aimed at promoting climate resilience, environmental restoration, and sustainable livelihoods in the Lake Chad Basin region and Early Warning System initiative, both of which the Lake Chad Basin Commission will anchor.
At this critical juncture, we must intensify our regional diplomacy and advocacy” he emphasized.

The Governor expressed his commitment to work closely with the Lake Chad Basin Commission, commending the federal government for working towards achieving the ideals of the commission

“l am pleased to inform the commission that His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has recently approved the reconstruction of key roads within the corridors, including the Dikwa–Ngala and Bama–Banki roads under the Dangote Tax Credit Scheme”.

“As a forum, we are focused on expanding the reintegration programmes and advocating the reinstatement of donor support to stabilization programmes, particularly in Niger Republic. These are not just national concerns, they are regional imperatives.

” As we deepen collaboration with Lake Chad Basin Commission, I urge the Commission to continue playing its central coordination role especially in harmonizing our investment efforts and strengthening mechanisms for joint monitoring and accountability.

” Finally, as the rainy season sets in, the need for collaborative efforts to strengthen security and empower our people with agricultural inputs to facilitate agricultural production for food sufficiency and security cannot over emphasized.
Therefore, we should explore the opportunities at our disposal to improve agricultural production and development among the member states to fast track economic growth” Gov. Buni urged.

Earlier, the Governor of N’Djamena Amina Kodjiana and the Executive Secretary Lake Chad Basin Development Commission, and Amb. Nuhu Mamman, commended Governor Buni for his commitment to actualizing the goals of the commission.

They assured their support to the tenure of Governor Buni as the chairman of the Lake Chad Governors Forum to the benefit of the members states to promote regional, strategy, stabilization and security.

Gov. Buni Chairs Lake Chad Basin Commission Meeting in Ndjamena, Chad

AGANBI RESTATES AKOGATE’S DEDICATION TO HIGH STANDARDS OF TRANSPARENCY AND QUALITY

· SAYS NEW BENCHMARKS FOR FOOD ITEMS, WATER MANUFACTURING AND SOLAR INSTALLATION SET IN NIGERIA

By: Our Reporter

The Chief Executive Officer of Akogate Group, Felix Aganbi, on Sunday highlighted the company’s commitment to the Nigerian market.

“Since our establishment in 2006, we have made significant strides in the field of solar systems innovation and installation, catering to both governmental and private sectors. Our accomplishments extend beyond solar energy, as we have also excelled in the realm of food and water manufacturing”

At a meeting with retailers, distributors, hospitality leaders and chefs in Abuja, Aganbi expressed his pride in Akogate’s products and the group’s commitment to delivering only the best.

‘’Akogate offers a variety of products including Akogate Still Water, Ajimele Oil, Akogate bleach and liquid soap, Akogate herbal teas and Akogate melon seeds and crayfish. We provide services in civil engineering, construction, and solar technology’’.

Aganbi spoke on Akogate’s success, strong demand of the products and activities in key international markets.

“We have seen tremendous demand for Akogate products like cassava fibre chips, peanut, seafood, and various types of leaf products like scent leaf and bitter leaf. We’ve also seen tremendous demand for Akogate’s melon seeds (Egusi), crayfish, bleach, liquid soap and herbal teas in Nigeria and abroad’’

He highlighted Akogate’s passion for energy and the group’s commitment to bringing light to communities.

‘’We are a leading brand in Solar and food processing. Through our specialized services, we have played a significant role in the development of solar energy technology in Nigeria, working alongside our partners. Our commitment is to make a positive impact on people’s lives whenever and wherever possible’’.

Driven by a vision to create globally appealing products that reflect contemporary tastes while staying rooted in authentic Nigerian identity, Akogate, according to Aganbi, is redefining the agriculture and food processing sector in Nigeria.

‘’In the past few years, we have made significant investments to enhance and add value to the agriculture and food processing sector. This mission aligns with our expanding vision over time. As a result of our efforts, Akogate Still Water has emerged, exceeding expectations and setting new supply chain records in Nigeria. Presently, we proudly offer the highly sought-after Akogate Ajimele Palm Oil, which boasts unparalleled and remarkable health benefits. Our processed and neatly packaged Sea Foods, The Shrimps, Crayfish and Periwinkle are also best-selling’’.

Aganbi said, “Akogate echoes the growing demand for refined products among consumers in Nigeria and abroad.

‘’Akogate, an electrical, mechanical, and process design company, is the first indigenous organization in Nigeria to introduce the revolutionary Sunmaster Smart Leaf solar Light. The group focuses on solar technology installation, construction, maintenance of solar panel systems and pumps’’.

The business mogul reiterated Akogate’s dedication to the highest standards of transparency and quality

‘’Our concept ensures that lighting is 6pm-6am to guaranty safer road and street, and clear vision all through the dark’’
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Father kills 18-year-old daughter in kano

By: Zagazola Makama

A 60-year-old man, Adamu Mohammed, has allegedly killed his 18-year-old daughter, Zainab Adamu, during a domestic altercation at their residence in Dawakin Dakata Quarters, Kano.

Zagazola Makama learnt that the tragic incident reportedly occurred around 5:00 a.m. on Monday, when the father struck the young girl with a hard object, leaving her unconscious. A concerned resident raised an alarm about two hours later, leading to swift action by members of the community.

The sources said that the scene was promptly visited by the police. The unconscious victim was rushed to Sir Sunusi Specialist Hospital, where she was later confirmed dead by a medical doctor.

The remains of the deceased have been released to her family for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.

Police sources said that the suspect has been taken into custody while investigation is ongoing to determine the motive behind the act.

Community sources described the incident as deeply shocking and called for increased awareness and intervention to address the rising cases of domestic violence, particularly those involving family members.

Father kills 18-year-old daughter in kano