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Almajiris roaming streets are foreigners – Ganduje
Nasiru Yusuf
Governor Abdullahi Ganduje said most of the Almajiris roaming the streets in the the northern part of the country are foreigners from Niger Republic, Chad and Cameroun.
Kano Focus reports that the governor revealed this while declaring open, a 3-day retreat organised on Monday in Kano by the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).
The theme of the retreat is, ‘Enhancing Basic Education in Nigeria towards a Robust Institutional Strengthening and Effective Stakeholder Engagement’.
Mr Ganduje said, “From the survey we have conducted, most of the Almajiris roaming our streets are from Niger, Chad and the northern part of Cameroun.
“And once you improve the quality of an almajiri education system, then you are inviting other almajiri from other places to come to your state. That is another problem.
“The northern governors are putting more pressure to have Universal legislation, especially that would limit the migration from one state to another”.
He said the retreat is very vital and important, especially at this moment that the country is gradually coming out from the COVID-19 pandemic which has affected education in the country.
According to Ganduje, the retreat is also important because it came at a situation where education is the first victim of uncontrolled population, especially when it’s not much with appropriate economic development.
Mr Ganduje added that the free and compulsory primary to secondary School education, and also the transformation
of the almajiri education system are some of his major priorities in the education sector.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Executive Secretary, UBEC, Hamid Bobboye said the retreat was aimed at providing an opportunity for the board and management to brainstorm, exchange ideas and strategies in moving basic education forward.
“Going back to the theme of this retreat, board and management will devote the next two days to review the strategic priorities and propose workable changes in the institution’s structure to drive both medium and long term goals of the commission.
“They will also re-assess the legal framework, service delivery model, share emerging developments and trends including global best practices for better performance.
“You will agree with me that this retreat can not come at a better time than this as Nigeria and Indeed the entire world is facing a common enemy, COVID-19. The pandemic serves as an eye-opener for all stakeholders in basic education.” He said.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Director General of the Telecommunications Regulatory Board (ART) of the Republic of Cameroon, Philemon Zoo Zame, on Wednesday visited the headquarters of the [Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in Abuja for a benchmarking exercise aimed at strengthening regulatory collaboration and knowledge sharing between both countries.
KANO FOCUS reports that during the visit, the Cameroonian telecom regulator met with the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NCC, Aminu Maida.
A statement issued by Ayiabari A. Kigbara, Manager, Media Relations, Public Affairs Department of the NCC, said the engagement focused on exchanging ideas and best practices in telecommunications regulation, with emphasis on enhancing efficiency and development within the sector.
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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