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FG begins verification for payment of severance to disengaged Immigration personnel in Northwest
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) has begun verification exercise of Federal Government retirees and personnel of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), disengaged sequel to the public service reforms in 2006 and 2007.
KANO FOCUS reports that its Director-General, Alhaji Dasuki Arabi said this at the inauguration of the verification exercise on Wednesday in Kano.
Alhaji Dasuki Arabi
He said the exercise would captured retired federal workers in Kano, Kaduna, Katsina, Kebbi, Jigawa, Sokoto and Zamfara.
Arabi, who led the verification team, said the exercise would determine the extent of short payment and non-payment to the disengaged staff of the Service and other federal agencies with a view to correct the differences.
He said the NIS was one of the Federal Government agencies that carried out severance exercise in 2006/2007 due to reforms by the government to rejig the workforce.
Verification exercise
“During the exercise NIS disengaged a total 1,330 officers in various cadres and levels in accordance with the guidelines released by the BPSR.
“You were only part of the officers and other workers disengaged from the Federal Public Service,” he said.
Arabi said the Federal Government was committed toward ensuring that all verified retirees or their authenticated next of kins receive their outstanding payments.
Retired immigration officers
The BPSR boss said the board had so far conducted similar exercises in Lagos (South-West); Asaba (South-South), and Enugu (South-East), adding the next round exercise would hold in Abuja.
According to him, the verification exercise is at no cost to those being verified, adding that, “no one is expected to pay for anything but to avail themselves for the exercise as requirement for them to be paid their entitlements.
“The essence of this verification is to identify the authentic beneficiaries either the officers that are retired or their authenticated next of kin.
“Immediately the verification exercise is completed, government will proceed under the authority of the Accountant-General of the Federation to make payments.
Retired immigration officers
“I want to inform Nigerians that other batches that have been verified, government has paid through the office of the AGOF.
“We are assuring Nigerians and the beneficiaries that the government is willing and ready, and payments will be made”.
Earlier, the NIS Comptroller in Kano State, Ahmad Bagari, urged the beneficiaries to come with relevant documents to facilitate smooth conduct of the exercise.
Ahmad Bagari
Also speaking, Gbadamosi Nurudeen, the Coordinator of the National Association for Immigration Retired Officers, lauded the gesture, and called for prompt payment of their benefits after the excercise.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
A former Governor of Kano State Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for ordering a fresh investigation into the disappearance of activist and lecturer Abubakar Idris Dadiyata.
KANO FOCUS reports that Kwankwaso made the remarks in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Saturday following recent testimony by a former aide to an ex-state governor, who allegedly claimed that police officers were responsible for Dadiyata’s disappearance in Kaduna.
Dadiyata, a lecturer and social media commentator, was abducted in 2019, and his whereabouts have remained unknown since then.
According to Kwankwaso, he and his associates have consistently advocated for a thorough investigation into the incident and for those responsible to be brought to justice.
He described the Inspector-General’s directive for a comprehensive investigation as a “decisive and long-overdue action,” expressing hope that the process would uncover the truth behind the disappearance.
The former governor also urged police authorities to place individuals named in the allegations under close surveillance to prevent interference with the investigation.
Kwankwaso further called on the government to ensure that Dadiyata, if found alive, and his family receive adequate compensation for the trauma and hardship they have endured over the years.
He commended members of the public for sustaining advocacy efforts on the case and also praised Abba Hikima Fagge for what he described as his important role in the latest developments surrounding the investigation.
Kwankwaso expressed optimism that the renewed probe would ultimately deliver truth and justice in the case.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has announced that its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, reaffirming its commitment to stability in Nigeria’s domestic energy market.
In a statement issued by Esan Sunday, Head of Media Relations, Branding and Communication, the company said sustaining the current price reflects its efforts to cushion the broader economy against external shocks. It noted that by absorbing prevailing cost pressures, the refinery is helping to moderate inflationary risks, promote energy affordability, and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply amid ongoing global uncertainties.
The company reiterated its dedication to the steady supply of high-quality petroleum products to the Nigerian market, while aligning with national objectives of price stability and energy security.
It also urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the refinery for accurate and up-to-date information regarding its operations and pricing.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo on his emergence as the Deputy Governor of Kano State following his swearing-in on Tuesday.
KANO FOCUS reports that Garo was sworn in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf after being nominated to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Garo’s appointment as a positive step toward strengthening unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
The President noted that the 48-year-old politician has held several public offices, including Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during the administration of former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. He also served as the APC governorship running mate in the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu commended Governor Yusuf for the appointment, urging political stakeholders in the state to rally behind the administration to ensure stability and progress.
He also called on the new deputy governor to work closely with the governor in delivering effective leadership and accelerating development in Kano State.
The President wished Garo success in his new role.
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