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Kano local governments to spend N205 billion in 2019
By Abdullahi Isah
The Kano House of Assembly on Wednesday received a N205.2 billion appropriation bill for the 44 local governments in the state.
Speaker of the house Kabiru Alhassan Rurum (APC, Rano), who announced this at the plenary session, said the document was signed by Abba Ladan, permanent secretary, Ministry of Local government and Chieftaincy Affairs.
Rurum said that 52% of the total budget was earmarked for capital projects, while 48% was for recurrent expenditure.
According to him, the submission of the appropriation bill for the local governments was in line with the Kano State Local governments Law of 2016.
“Adequate provision for the development of the 44 local government areas has been made in the proposed 2019 budget,” he said.
“The budget, if approved, will ensure the provision of more rural feeder roads across the 44 local government areas of the state and also other developmental projects,’’ he added.
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KANO TODAY reports that the House majority leader, Baffa Babba Dan-Agundi (APC, Kano Municipal), called for the rejection of the document immediately after the speaker announcement.
Dan Agundi reminded the house of its earlier resolve that any document from any establishment in the state to the assembly should be duly signed by the political head of the establishment.
But, Abubakar Zakari (APC, Tarauni) informed the House that the permanent secretary signed the bill because the commissioner accompanied governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje on an official assignment abroad.
The House accepted the document after a heated debate.
The speaker, Kabiru Alhassan Rurum referred the bill to the House committee on local government and chieftaincy affairs, giving it three weeks to submit its report to the House for further consideration.
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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.
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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.
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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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