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Nine Years After: Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu pens down a heartfelt tribute to his late Father, Prince Abubakar Audu
Nine Years After: Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu pens down a heartfelt tribute to his late Father, Prince Abubakar Audu
The Honourable Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu on Friday, November 22, penned down a heartfelt tribute to his late father, Prince Abubakar Audu in commemoration of the 9th year of his sudden exit from this world, describing his loss as one of the most unprecedented events in the history of the political landscape in Nigeria.
Prince Audu in a tribute released on behalf of the Audu family reads “Dear Dad, It is another November 22, a day we celebrate your life and times after you submitted your life to the will of Almighty Allah in one of the most unprecedented circumstances in the history of the political landscape in Nigeria. We will forever live to remember November 22, 2015, the day after the drums of celebrations that rang following your imminent victory in the Kogi State Gubernatorial elections as Governor-elect went silent and were quickly replaced by the wailings of your beloved people following your tragic and sudden death.
Adoja Edee, as I pen down this piece from my heart, nine years after your departure from this world, I find myself enveloped in a profound sense of gratitude and admiration for your life and all you stood for. You were not only my father but a remarkable statesman, a visionary politician, who laid a solid foundation for Kogites, with legacies that you will forever be remembered for in àné Igala, Kogi State and the country at large.
With every sense of responsibility and duty, my heart is crammed with joy in seeing how your vision have blossomed for the betterment of our dear state, Kogi and Nigeria at large. The country is currently undergoing a tough but necessary and unprecedented transformation under the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), “Renewed Hope” Agenda birthed and championed by your own dear brother and friend, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, with whom you both shared a vision for a new and greater Nigeria. I have no doubt that Mr President’s ongoing policies and bold reforms will transform Nigeria into an African and global economic powerhouse in the near future.
My father, a giant amongst men, was a beacon of hope and progress for the hopeless in Kogi State, a political gladiator, and a true Nationalist. Your predecessors have not fallen short of your dream for Kogi State, building on your transformative initiatives that laid the groundwork for sustainable development.
You will forever be remembered as an icon who championed initiatives that transformed Kogi State; institutions of learning like the Kogi State University, Anyigba, (now Prince Abubakar Audu University); Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja; College of Education, Ankpa, which have all already produced great leaders of today, as well as health institutions, such as the Eye Specialist Hospital in Ogbonicha and other state-of-the-art infrastructures you brought to the state including the Commissioners Quarters and the House of Assembly Complex both in Lokoja to mention a few.
Beyond your political accomplishments, you were a man of principle, integrity, and compassion, with the uncanny ability to connect with people from all walks of life, which helped shape and prepare me for service to country under the leadership of President Tinubu.
As we commemorate your life almost a decade after you left us, we reflect on your leadership, which was characterised by unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and the notion that governance is not a privilege but a responsibility to the people. Though you are no longer physically present, your spirit lives on in the hearts of Kogites and Nigerians. Continue to Rest in Peace, Daddy,” Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu wrote
Nine Years After: Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu pens down a heartfelt tribute to his late Father, Prince Abubakar Audu
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Nigeria Commiserates with Türkiye Over Devastating Fire Incident
By: Michael Mike
Nigerian government has commiserated with the government and people of Türkiye over the fire incident at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort that resulted in the death of 66 persons injured over 50 others.
The condolence message was contained in a statement signed by the acting spokesperson of the federal ministry of foreign affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa.
The statement read: “The Federal Republic of Nigeria wishes to express deep condolence to the Government and People of the Republic of Turkiye over the unfortunate fire incident at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort.
“The fire, which claimed the lives of 66 persons and injured over 50 others in Bolu Province in Northwestern Turkiye, was reported to have started in the early hours of Tuesday 21st January 2025.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria sympathizes with the Government of the Republic of Turkiye and the families of the victims of the fire incident, and also wishes a speedy recovery of the injured.”
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Yobe’s Commitment To Agric. Development very Impressive -Islamic Development Bank
By: Mamman Mohammed
The Islamic Development Bank has expressed satisfaction with the preparedness of Yobe state government to partner the bank for an agricultural project.
Mr. Javed khan, Senior Agriculture Specialist of the Bank stated this at a courtesy call on Governor Mai Mala Buni CON, at the Government House, Damaturu.
Khan said the commitment of Yobe state government to meeting its obligations is quite impressive and encouraging.
Khan who led a team from the bank on assessment tour of the state to see for itself the documents developed and the preparations on ground for the project, said the team was convinced with government’s committment to the project.
“We were initially discouraged not to come to Yobe state citing insecurity but, we insisted on coming and are impressed with the peace and security, and the government’s commitment to the project.
“We are working towards a target in the next three months for the state to obtain approval from the bank for the project.
“The working synergy between our team and your team suggests that we will achieve our target within the stipulated time frame” Khan said.
Responding, Governor Buni commended the Bank for not listening to the enemies of progress of the state.
“l am glad you did not listen to them, some of whom have never been anywhere close to Yobe state but giving stories about what they don’t know.
“You are now here and you have seen things for yourselves and can tell the story better. We are ready for this partnership using agriculture to drive the economy of our state and the people.
“All the 17 local government areas in the state are now accessible and the people can access their farms and make this proposed project successful” Buni said.
The Governor explained the importance of agriculture to the people, adding “this project would guarantee food security and economic prosperity in our post insurgency recovery programme.
“The resilience exhibited by our people in embracing agriculture being their major preoccupation to rebuild their lives after the protracted insecurity is very encouraging and need to be supported” he said.
The Governor re-ephasized the readiness of his administration to partner the bank to make agricultural development in the state a huge success story.
Yobe’s Commitment To Agric. Development very Impressive -Islamic Development Bank
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