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Group Advised Against Confirmation of North West Development Commission Board for being Unrepresentative

Group Advised Against Confirmation of North West Development Commission Board for being Unrepresentative
By: Michael Mike
Northern Christian Youth Professionals have advised against the confirmation and inauguration of the board of the North West Development Commission, insisting that the list of members are presently skewed and unrepresentative of the diverse interest of the North West region.
The group in a press conference addressed on Tuesday by its Chairman, Isaac Abrak said: “If the Senate goes ahead and confirms the list, and the President inaugurates the members, then Mr. President would have sowed the first seed of religious dicord in a region that is growing away from religious volatility.”
Abrak said: “We have convened this press conference to address a critical oversight that we believe warrants immediate attention. We respectfully call upon His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to review the recent appointments to the Board of Directors of the North West Development Commission and include christians. Currently, this board lacks Christian representation, despite the more than 11 million Christians residing in the North West region, encompassing Kaduna, Katsina, Sokoto, Kebbi, Kano, Jigawa, and Zamfara States.”
Abrak, while listing the members of the board to include, Haruna Ginsau (Jigawa) – Chairman, Professor Abdullahi Shehu Ma’aji (Kano) – Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, and members Dr. Yahaya Namahe (Sokoto), Aminu Suleiman (Kebbi), Tijani Kaura (Zamfara) – AbdulKadir Usman (Kaduna), Muhammad Wudil (Kano), Shamsu Sule (Katsina), Nasidi Ali (Jigawa), said it was unfair to have a wholly Muslim adherents on a board which has a population of about 11 million people.
He said: “You can see that Jigawa and Kano states have two members each, despite the fact these states have a significant population of indegenous christians, yet no christian was found qualified to balance the two slots from the states. Then how about the remaining of Kaduna, Kebbi, Katsina, Sokoto and Zamfara whose christian population is almost half in the states, especially Kaduna state where the 2006 National Census exercise recorded christians as higher in number in the state.”
Abrak said: “We fear that our perennial marginalization will continue even in staff recruitment and appointment on the commission’s workforce. This we cannot accept.
“Let us be frank to ourselves, every member of the Board will prioritize their community’s interests when the board seats to map out areas of intervention to carry development actitvities. So if the board remains as it is, then it means that there will be no christians sitting at the table at the time decisions of paramount importance will be taken.”
He decried that: “Then many christian dominated communties that have suffered high herdsmen destruction and kidnappings, fair resource allocation to these ravaged areas is unlikely since they have no one sitting at the table when decisions are taken.”
Abrak added that: “The inclusion of Christians on the board will not only unite the region but give the Commision the trust and support it needs for roboast development. Importantly also this would boost our President’s political standing, as our people are loyal his leadership which is working tirelessly to improving their well-being.
“We are concerned that the absence of fair representation could impact the commission’s effectiveness and potentially sow seeds of religious discord—a challenge we have been working diligently to overcome. We believe this oversight does not align with Mr. President’s vision, nor that of the leaders and peace-loving citizens of this region, and certainly not that of Nigerians as a whole.”
He noted that: “Our region is rich with qualified Christian professionals who could serve admirably on the board. We have highly educated and seasoned serving and retired men and women in both public and private sector, Such as the Career Civil Servants, Military, Police and other security services. , as well the clergy. They are people of high integrity, well suited to contribute positively to the North West Development Commission. We therefore advise Mr. President to appoint one of the christians to also serve in one of the executive office of the Board
“We, the Northern Christian Youth Professionals, want to state it categorically clear here that, as a christian group who publicly supported and campaiged for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “Muslim-Muslim” ticket, our request is not rooted in any malicious or divisive intent. Rather, we are motivated by the principles of fairness and equal representation, which are essential to the peaceful coexistence and development of our diverse region.”
Abrak admitted that: “Under the leadership of President Tinubu and the governors of the North West, our region is currently experiencing an unprecedented level of security and stability. This progress is due in no small part to the inclusive leadership style of our President and the dedication of our security personnel. It is our hope that we can continue to build on this foundation to foster a stronger, more united North West and a prosperous Nigeria.”
Group Advised Against Confirmation of North West Development Commission Board for being Unrepresentative
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KARAN Appeals for Support for the ministry of Livestock Development

KARAN Appeals for Support for the ministry of Livestock Development
By: Michael Mike
The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to urgently support the Ministry of Livestock Development in getting its office ready.
The association decried that nearly eight months after the establishment of this crucial ministry, the renovation of the permanent office allocated to it for its operations is yet to be started, noting that this delay has impeded the
implementation of essential policies and programmes aimed at promoting the livestock sector and its value chains across Nigeria.
KACRAN, in a statement on Saturday, signed by its National President, Hon. Khalil Bello said: “When the Ministry was established on July 9, 2024, we, Nigeria’s pastoralists, viewed it as a long-awaited answer to our prayers and a significant step towards addressing over 50 years of
neglect in the livestock sector.
“However, the lack of progress since then has been disheartening, preventing the Ministry from fulfilling its critical role in ensuring food security and contributing to
the national economy.
“Currently, the Ministry functions more as a Directorate of Animal Husbandry Services, lacking the resources and infrastructure necessary for it to operate independently and effectively.
“Despite the critical nature of its mission, the allocated office space/building remains unrenovated and a timeline for starting the renovation or completion has not been provided. This situation severely hampers the ability of the Honorable Minister, Permanent Secretary, Directors and staff to coordinate effectively and execute
their responsibilities.
“Moreover, the financial resources allocated to the Ministry for the 2025 fiscal year are
insufficient for the Ministry to achieve its objectives.
“KACRAN is deeply concerned that without immediate attention to these challenges, the foundational goals of the Ministry will remain unattainable. As the political landscape evolves, it is vital that the focus remains on policy timely implementation rather than allowing the future of this very important Ministry to be muddling through uncertainties.
“We urge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to prioritize the renovation and operation of the Ministry’s office so that the Honourable Minister and staff can effectively promote and develop the livestock sector.
Additionally, we implore the President to invest significantly in the livestock
sector, for enabling the Ministry to actively engage in ensuring food security, enhancing the nation’s GDP, and reducing heavy reliance on imported milk and food products, which costs Nigeria billions of
dollars annually.
“Finally, KACRAN expresses gratitude to President Tinubu for appointing Professor Muhammadu Attahiru Jega as an Advisor on Presidential Livestock Reform Programmes. We hope that under his
guidance, the Ministry can achieve its goals and bring tangible benefits to Nigeria’s pastoralists and the wider population.”
KARAN Appeals for Support for the ministry of Livestock Development
Crime
Armed Robbers Kill Watchman, Injure Another in Katsina School Attack

Armed Robbers Kill Watchman, Injure Another in Katsina School Attack
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed robbers attacked Government Secondary School Yashe in Kusada Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing one night watchman and injuring another before escaping with a solar inverter.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred at about 5:00 a.m. when the hoodlums stormed the school and assaulted the security guards with machetes.
One of the watchmen, Abdullahi Sanusi, 50, died on the spot, while his colleague, Aliyu Ahmed, 65, sustained serious injuries and was rushed to Kankia General Hospital for treatment.
Armed Robbers Kill Watchman, Injure Another in Katsina School Attack
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Police, Security Operatives Foil Kidnap Attempt in Kaduna EX LGA Chairmans home

Police, Security Operatives Foil Kidnap Attempt in Kaduna EX LGA Chairmans home
By: Zagazola Makama
Security operatives in Kaduna have rescued a former Executive Chairman of Kaura Local Government Area, Seimon Matthias, from a kidnap attempt at his Kagoro residence.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred on February 14 at about 11:00 p.m. when an unspecified number of kidnappers stormed Matthias’ residence, shooting sporadically in an attempt to abduct him.
However, the sound of gunfire attracted the attention of police officers and other security operatives stationed nearby, leading to a fierce exchange of fire.
The assailants, overwhelmed by superior firepower, abandoned their victim and fled to the mountains.
Police said the victim was rescued unhurt, and a joint operation involving the Army and Kaduna Vigilante Service (KadVS) was ongoing to flush out the criminals from the surrounding bush areas.
Police, Security Operatives Foil Kidnap Attempt in Kaduna EX LGA Chairmans home
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