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Senator Shettima, Kadafur, Others unveil Book on Hadizatu Mustapha in Abuja.
Senator Shettima, Kadafur, Others unveil Book on Hadizatu Mustapha in Abuja.
By: James Bwala
Former Borno state governor and senator representing Borno Central at the National Assembly, Senator Kashim Shettima on Saturday unveiled a Book titled: “From Head Girl to Supreme Court” at the International Conference centre in Abuja.
The Boko was written by Mr. Dotun Adekanmbi and Sa’adatu Lawal Ahmed discussing the stages of life and experience of the second woman in Nigeria’s history to attend the rank of Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.
Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, the former governor of Borno described Hadiza Mustapha as an example of a woman of courage and focus.
“You are not only the daughter of Borno but a woman who is representing the whole of culture and society across Nigeria. We are proud of you and I am assuring you that the government of Borno state will continue to seek and tap from your wealth of experience to mentor and bring more of Hadizatu like you.” He said.
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Also speaking the Borno deputy governor, Alhaji Usman Kadafur, who represented the state governor, Professor Babagana Umars Zulum said telling the story of a woman like Hadizatu will help young and upcoming girls to aspire towards making good the opportunity in life to be better and valuable to the society.
Hadizatu Mustapha who defied cultural and religious setback to focus on her dream also received encomiums from her colleagues in the legal profession, who described her as an exemplary Icon.
The Book which was reviewed by the wife of the Kaduna state governor, Hajiya Asia Ahmed El-rufai reveals exciting experiences in the twelve chapters that speaks of her as a child and growing into adulthood.
One of the characters in the book is her long time friend and classmate, who is also her bully in class. Hon. Yusuf Adamu, the current Commissioner, Public Complaints Commission representing Borno state, according to the story, has remained her close reminder of the good old days in early life.
It was revealed that his main reasons for bullying was that Hadizatu always comes first in the class beating the boys and never wants to back down as the top student in the class.
“Sometimes leading to her bicycle tyres being deflected by her scolder, who is now her best friend over 50 years after leaving primary school.” The reviewer observed.
Over 20 million naira was said to have been realised at the unveiling of the Book.
Senator Shettima, Kadafur, Others unveil Book on Hadizatu Mustapha in Abuja.
Four Soldiers Injured in Vehicle Accident on Mambilla Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Four Nigerian soldiers have sustained injuries in a vehicle accident on the Mambilla Plateau in Taraba State.
The accident occurred on Thursday while the troops were moving across the mountainous terrain of the area, Zagazola reports.
The Emir of Mambilla, Dr. Shehu Audu Baju, was said to have personally joined in the rescue operation to ensure that the soldiers received prompt assistance.
Following the rescue, the injured personnel were evacuated to the 20 Battalion Barracks in Serti for urgent medical care.
Community members and traditional leaders in the area have expressed sympathy and prayed for the speedy recovery of the soldiers, while also calling for the safety of other security operatives on duty.
Four Soldiers Injured in Vehicle Accident on Mambilla Plateau
UKNIAF, NGF Advance Electricity Reform with Nationwide Workshop Series
By: Michael Mike
The United Kingdom Nigeria Infrastructure Advisory Facility (UKNIAF), in partnership with the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) have wrapped up a major national initiative to support State-led electricity market reforms.
The State Learning Workshop Series focused on Electricity Market Development, Integrated Resource Planning (IRP) and energy modelling software.
Workshops in Lagos, Calabar, Kano and Jos have been successfully completed, drawing participants from all the 36 States and the FCT and setting a strong precedent for what lies ahead.
These sessions equipped policymakers, regulators and stakeholders with the tools to design robust, sustainable and investor-ready electricity markets at the State level, in line with the provisions of the Electricity Act 2023.
Reflecting on the significance of this initiative, the Director-Legal/Head Power Desk at the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, Mr. Chijioke Chuku,, stated that: “Nigeria’s electricity future depends on the capacity of our States to lead with vision, clarity, and technical precision. Through the workshop series, we are equipping States not just with knowledge, but with the confidence to take charge of their electricity markets. The NGF is proud to partner with UKNIAF in ensuring that the promise of the Electricity Act 2023 becomes a lived reality across the country.”
The sessions in the State Learning Workshops covered: The legal and regulatory pathways for setting up State Electricity Markets; Commercial models for private sector investment; Integration of State plans into Nigeria’s National IRP;
Practical training on the software platform for energy modelling.
The initiative drew from lessons learned in the course of UKNIAF’s work supporting the Akwa Ibom, Enugu, and Oyo State Governments—early movers in electricity market development—in setting up their markets.
It also drew from experience gained in the course of UKNIAF providing technical support to the Federal Ministry of Power in drafting both the National Integrated Electricity Policy and Nigeria’s first National Integrated Resource Plan, both of which were approved very recently.
With States now empowered by the Electricity Act 2023, this series is a timely and strategic effort to ensure capacity, coordination, and sustainability in Nigeria’s decentralised energy landscape.
UKNIAF, NGF Advance Electricity Reform with Nationwide Workshop Series
Three killed, others injured in bandits’ attack on Zamfara community
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits have killed three persons and injured three others in an attack on Galadi town, Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara.
Sources confirmed the incident saying the attack occurred at about 10:50 p.m. on Aug. 27.
The sources said the bandits stormed the town, shooting sporadically, which resulted in the deaths and injuries.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA were mobilised to the scene. The corpses and injured victims were evacuated to Galadi Primary Health Care Centre for autopsy and treatment.
Meanwhile, a manhunt for the fleeing culprits has been intensified, as the bandits escaped before the arrival of the joint forces,” the sources said.
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