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Yobe 2023: NNPP gubernatorial candidate promises better days for citizens if elected

Published

1 year ago

January 18, 2023

News Net Global

Yobe 2023: NNPP gubernatorial candidate promises better days for citizens if elected

… Accuses the Buni Administration of lack of direction in education planning for the state

By: Yahaya Wakili

Malam Garba Umar Tsunami, the gubernatorial candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party in Yobe state has assured the people that if elected he will ensure the employment and retraining of more teachers as well as build more primary and secondary schools across the state to give the people the basics of education with focus on the next generation.

Malam Garba Umar disclosed this in Potiskum while opening the party’s Bakata branch office at Dogo Nini ward.

He observed that, education in Yobe state has been backward with no significant changes since the coming of the current administration in the state and therefore, if voted into office he will ensure that the state has a better approach to fighting illiteracy through purposeful governance that meets the yearnings and aspiration of the people.

Malam Umar reveals plan by his party to constitute eleven man committee across each ward that will include Village heads and religious leaders, elders, youths and women leaders to fashion a better approach to government and promote all inclusive administration that will turn around the fortunes of the state.

According to him, the 11 man ward committee will be encouraged to forward observations under an open door policy that will enable them have unhindered access to government in order to present needs from their own assessment and the solution so that government can have better contact sessions with the people and knows where to come in to build a better society.

He said, Dogo Nini ward is the largest ward in Potiskum and in Yobe state in general, adding that Arkime primary school which has a total population of 19,000 pupils with only 29 teachers and in one classroom would be a priority of his government if elected.

He accused the Mai Mala government of being insensitive to the plight of the people saying that instead and f concentrating on the needs to secure the future of the state, the government employed over 5,000 S.A and paying them #45,000 every month while no attention was given to tackling the problem of education in the state.

“The government that don’t have money it can not be able to pay the #18,000 minimum wage salary in time, but it go ahead with employment of S.A, S.A, a man can spend 35 years in service government cannot pay him his pension and gratitude but they have money for jamboree.” Tsunami said.

He revealed that, if elected he will immediately neutralized all cloaks put in place by the current administration in Yobe that focus only on few individuals rather than the state.

“This government is deceiving the people of Yobe state for many, many years,” he said “Government House is not a place for selling fertilizer. I mean fertilizer should be taken direct to farmers. That is where if given the opportunity, the 11 man ward committee will be responsible for distribution of fertilizer, so that farmers will get it earlier and go to their farms. Fertilizer should always meet them at the farm and not the other way. if we form the government, we will ensure this is put to stop”.

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“We would ensure that all the children of the poor gets education to become something in his future. We would try our best to see that the Western and Islamic education of our children is improve and we will sponsor our indigenes to go and look for education around the world so that we would stop hiring outside the state as that will reduce alot of burden on our people.” Malam Umar said.

While expressing sadness to what is happening in Yobe state, he observed that the lopesided educational pursuit between the children of the rich and the children of the poor is scary. “Look at this Tulip International College Mamudo all the children in the school are the sons of big, big men. Permanent Secretaries, Ambassadors, Commissioners Ministers, Directors and others you can’t get the children of poor in that school yet the government will tell you they are promoting education in the state. They are only promoting for themselves and neglecting the poor.

“If given the mandate, i will establish schools such as Tulip College. I will establish 17 in the state and from each local government I will ensure that the child of poor gets admission into the school.

He said the debt burden on the state is to the tune of over #100 Billion. Adding that what the state generates is between #3 to 4 billion.

“The government needs professionals on finance. I have experience on financial management and I am sure within a short time I will settle debts burden of the state if given the mandate.” Garba Umar said.

Yobe 2023: NNPP gubernatorial candidate promises better days for citizens if elected

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Togo Elections: ECOWAS Deploys Election Observation Mission

Published

2 weeks ago

April 28, 2024

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Togo Elections: ECOWAS Deploys Election Observation Mission

By: Michael Mike

The President of the Economic Community of West African States ( ECOWAS) Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, has deployed an Election Observation Mission of 40 observers to Togo to monitor the legislative and regional elections scheduled for 29 April 2024

According to a statement at the weekend, the mission is in line with the provisions of Article 12 of the ECOWAS Supplementary Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance and constitutes support from the regional organisation to its Member States for the conduct of their elections.

The mission is led by the former Vice-President of The Gambia, Mrs Fatoumata Jallow-Tambajang.

According to the statement, the mission is made up of Ambassadors from Member States accredited to ECOWAS; representatives of the ECOWAS Court of Justice and Parliament; Civil Society Organisations; media professionals and election observation specialists from the West African region.

It revealed that: “This observation mission is being deployed following the recommendations of a pre-election fact-finding mission that visited Togo from 15 to 20 April 2024 to assess the preparatory phases of the elections.

“During its stay in Togo, the observation mission will hold consultations with the main stakeholders in the electoral process and monitor the voting process up to 29 April 2024.”

Togo Elections: ECOWAS Deploys Election Observation Mission

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Re-run election into the national assembly, a Triumph of Democracy – Kwande

Published

3 months ago

February 22, 2024

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Re-run election into the national assembly, a Triumph of Democracy – Kwande

By: Bodunrin Kayode

A Plateau elder Ambassador Yahaya Kwande has described the just concluded re-run election into the national assembly as a Triumph of Democracy.

In a release titled Congratulations to the Winners of Plateau State Bye Elections of February 3, 2024, he noted that the entire exercise was a victory to the people of the state.

“With great joy and profound gratitude, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected Senator, (Plateau North Senatorial District), Prince Pam Mwadkwon Dachungyang, and the Member of the House of Representatives, (Jos North/Bassa Constituency), Hon. Daniel Asama, on their resounding victory in the recently concluded bye election held in Plateau State.

“Your triumph is a testament to the true spirit of democracy and the unwavering support of the people.

“I have no doubt that both Prince Pam Mwadkon and Hon. Daniel Asama will live up to the aspirations and expectations of the voters, as they embark on this noble responsibility of representing their constituents. May your tenure be marked by dedication, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of progress for our beloved state and nation.

“As we celebrate this momentous milestone, let us not forget the challenges we faced during the post-2023 elections period. It is my sincere hope that Plateau State will swiftly recover from the divisions and tussles that marred our unity. Let us unite as one, for the strength of our state lies in our togetherness.

“It is essential for the government and the people to undertake immediate measures to reconcile and bridge the gaps that have emerged. We must never forget that every citizen, irrespective of their religion or ethnicity, is entitled to their fundamental rights. The use of religion as a tool of disfranchisement must cease; we must affirm that citizenship rights are not conditional on faith.

“Let us also strive to recapture the lost glory of our state, when Jos was hailed as the political Mecca of Nigeria, attracting momentous political events and embracing politicians from all shades and ideologies. We can revive this legacy by nurturing an environment that exudes peace, openness, and security for all. Together, we can restore Plateau State as a beacon of democratic excellence.

“In conclusion, I express my utmost optimism for the future of Plateau State. I extend my deepest appreciation to all who peacefully participated in the bye election, be it as candidates or enthusiastic supporters. Our journey towards progress and development continues, and I am confident that we will stand united, empowered by the unwavering spirit of our people.” said Kwande.

Re-run election into the national assembly, a Triumph of Democracy – Kwande

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APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.

Published

3 months ago

February 13, 2024

Ochuwa Ibrahim

APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.

By: Jabiru Hassan

The National President of the APC Initiative for Good Governance (APC-IGG), Ambassador Musa Mohammed Tsoken, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for intervening to ease the hardships affecting Nigerians.

In a message he issued to newsmen in Abuja on Monday, Ambassador Tsoken described President Tinubu as a leader with listening war by giving a marching order for the release of different food items to ease hardships for the people of Nigeria, which is a good initiative.

”APC-IGG has recognized what Mr. President has done in order to ease the hardship affecting the people on the food price hike, which is very good foresight from our leader. We therefore thank all those who have helped with the implementation of the process to release the food items from the federal government reserves across the country for their well-deserved thought.” The statement was added.

Ambassador Musa Mohammed Tsoken reassured the people of Nigeria that the APC Initiative for Good Governance would continue to work selflessly in order to ensure that Nigeria is progressive under the present democratic dispensation without bias.

Amb Tsoken emphasizes that the emergence of His Excellency Sen. Dr. George Akume as the Secretary to the Government of the Federation depicts the fact that President Bola Ahmad Tinubu has reliable and credible individuals who have verse experience in governance from all ramifications; therefore, the deliverance of democratic dividends is something that Nigerians should believe in its workability and full efficacy in the near future, considering the fact that some of the policies and programs of the Renewed Hope Agenda have started gaining sway in the lives of the citizenry, he concluded.

APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.