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Gratuity Payment: Nigerian Retirees Extremely Happy with Governor Yusuf – National President
… Urges Other Governors To Emulate Abba
.. As Kano promised To Host Pensioners AGM
Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved to host Annual General Meeting of Nigerian Union of Pensioners in the state.
He gave the approval while flagging off the Third Phase of Gratuity Payment of N5 billion to 2,000 retirees held at Kano Government House on Thursday.
In a statement issued by Governor’s spokesman Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa said, the approval include shouldering the logistics of the conference completely.
According to the release, Governor Yusuf noted that even tomorrow, if the union are ready to commence the programme, the state government would prepare and set everything accordingly.
He appreciated them for awarding him with Best-Friendly-Pensioners-Governor of 2024, assuring to continue with the payment of backlog of the senior citizens entitlements until all the retirees received rewards.
Earlier, National President Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Comrade Godwin Agurisi, represented by Assent Thomas Sunday had said that members are extremely happy for having Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf as Governor of the state.
The President acknowledged that Governor Yusuf leadership changes the perception of the retirees from uncertainty of previous government recklessness to the reality of present administration towards settlement of the entitlements.
Mr. Sunday stressed that what is happening in Kano on payment of gratuity to senior citizens is not witnessing anywhere in country, hence the union are ready to continue supporting Governor Yusuf’s ambition at any given time.
The President said “your concern with the senior citizens can not be overemphasised, we pray to God Almighty to reward you abundantly.”
He urged other governors to emulate Governor Yusuf on how he handle gratuity of pensioners with humility.
In his remarks, President of Medical anɗ Health Workers Union, Comrade Kabiru Ado Minjibir reminded the gathering of the struggled done on behalf of the pensioners for their entitlements payment, during the immediate past government, while he was chairman of the state NLC, but without any favourable response.
Also, Emir of Karaye, Muhammad Muhammad Maharaz revealed that the payment of gratuity torches the lives of every house in the state, noting that in each family, there are senior citizens who served the state with honesty.
On his part, the state Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa said civil servants are very happy with the prompt payment of their entitlements which indicates the present administration concern to their plight.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
A high-powered delegation from the Kano State Government is currently in Lisbon, Portugal, on a study tour as part of preparations for the proposed Kano Light Rail Project.
KANO FOCUS reports that the delegation is led by the Commissioner for Transportation, Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi, alongside the Chairman of the Kano Line Resuscitation Committee, Hon. Alhaji Saeed Abdullahi Shuaibu.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by Ibrahim Ado Sabari, Information Officer of Kano Line.
According to the statement, the team is engaging with leading transport and engineering institutions, including Mota-Engil and MTS – Metro Transportes do Sul, in Lisbon and Almada to gain technical insights into rail infrastructure development.
The study tour is part of the Kano State Government’s efforts under the leadership of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to establish a modern rail network within Kano metropolis and surrounding areas.
The proposed Kano Light Rail Project is aimed at improving urban mobility, reducing traffic congestion and stimulating socio-economic development across the state.
Officials from the Kano State Ministry of Transport and Kano Line are expected to study rail operations, maintenance systems, safety standards and sustainable transport financing models during the visit.
The delegation is also exploring opportunities for technical partnerships, knowledge exchange and possible investment collaborations to ensure the long-term efficiency and sustainability of the project.
Meanwhile, the Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the sum of N1 trillion for the establishment of the Kano Light Rail Project under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
When completed, the project is expected to connect major residential, commercial and industrial hubs within Kano metropolis, create employment opportunities, facilitate trade and improve access to key urban centres.
The Kano State Government said it remains committed to delivering a modern, reliable and efficient rail transport system that meets international standards and addresses the growing transportation needs of residents.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Alhaji Aliyu Lawan, popularly known as Majidadin Dambatta, has congratulated Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa on his election as Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
In a congratulatory message shared via Facebook, Lawan described Doguwa’s emergence as well deserved and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the party effectively in the state.
He also extended his congratulations to other executive members elected alongside Doguwa into various party offices, noting that their emergence reflects the trust and confidence reposed in them by party members and stakeholders across Kano State.
According to him, the development is a clear testament to the dedication, loyalty and commitment of the newly elected leaders to the unity, stability and progress of the party.
Lawan further prayed that Allah grants the new chairman and his team wisdom, strength and foresight as they assume the responsibility of steering the affairs of the APC in Kano State.
He expressed optimism that the new leadership would promote harmony, inclusiveness and effective leadership within the party, while bringing renewed vigour, unity and success to the APC in the state and beyond.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State House of Assembly has issued a notice of impeachment to the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo.
KANO FOCUS reports the notice followed the presentation of a report by the Majority Leader of the House, Hon. Lawan Hussaini Chediyar Yan Gurasa, during plenary on Wednesday. The sitting was presided over by the Speaker, Jibril Isma’il Falgore.
While presenting the report, the Majority Leader explained that the action was taken in line with Section 188 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which outlines the procedure for the impeachment of a governor or deputy governor.
According to him, the impeachment notice was endorsed by 38 members of the Assembly.
He further stated that once the notice is formally served on the deputy governor, he will have 14 days to respond to the allegations contained in the document.
The development marks the beginning of the constitutional process that could lead to the impeachment of the deputy governor if the procedure continues as stipulated by law.
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