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Barau Jibrin Takes Helm As Acting Speaker Of ECOWAS Parliament: A New Chapter In Regional Governance
Barau Jibrin Takes Helm As Acting Speaker Of ECOWAS Parliament: A New Chapter In Regional Governance....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a momentous occasion for regional diplomacy, Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has assumed the role of Acting Speaker of the Sixth Legislature of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament….READ ALSO
This appointment heralds a new era of leadership and collaboration within the ECOWAS community, with Nigeria playing a central role in shaping the region’s future.
Hon. Barau Jibrin’s appointment comes at a crucial time as ECOWAS seeks to address pressing issues facing the region, including economic development, security challenges, and cross-border cooperation. With his extensive experience in public service and commitment to advancing the interests of West Africa, Hon. Barau Jibrin is well-positioned to guide the ECOWAS Parliament towards greater unity and effectiveness.
The nomination of Hon. Barau Jibrin as Acting Speaker underscores Nigeria’s prominent role in regional affairs and its commitment to promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in West Africa. His leadership will be instrumental in fostering dialogue and consensus-building among ECOWAS member states, driving forward initiatives aimed at advancing the region’s collective interests.
During the inauguration session in Abuja, which was attended by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Hon. Barau Jibrin’s nomination received widespread support from parliamentarians representing diverse backgrounds and perspectives. This consensus reflects the spirit of cooperation and solidarity that defines the ECOWAS community.
As Acting Speaker, Hon. Barau Jibrin will work closely with his counterparts from other ECOWAS member states to address the region’s most pressing challenges and seize opportunities for cooperation and development. His leadership will be guided by the principles of democracy, good governance, and inclusivity, ensuring that the voices of all West African citizens are heard and represented in the parliamentary process.
In assuming this critical role, Hon. Barau Jibrin epitomizes Nigeria’s commitment to regional integration and cooperation. His appointment underscores the country’s unwavering support for ECOWAS’s mission of promoting peace, stability, and development in West Africa.
As Acting Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Hon. Barau Jibrin embarks on a journey to shape the future of regional governance and foster greater collaboration among ECOWAS member states. With his leadership and vision, West Africa stands poised to overcome challenges and realize its full potential as a dynamic and prosperous region.
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, says the state has mapped out 22,435 hectares of degraded land for restoration under the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project using modern geospatial mapping technology.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said the initiative is part of efforts to strengthen climate resilience, tackle environmental degradation, and promote sustainable land use in the state.
Speaking at the ACReSAL mid-term review meeting in Kaduna through the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Abubakar Buba, the governor explained that the use of geospatial tools has made it possible to accurately identify affected areas for targeted intervention.
He added that the project is not only focused on land recovery but also on boosting agricultural output and improving livelihoods in affected communities.
Sani also noted that the state is supporting the programme with empowerment initiatives, including training over 500 women, youths, and school feeding vendors in biomass briquette production.
According to him, the effort is already helping to reduce dependence on firewood while creating alternative sources of income for beneficiaries.
President Tinubu has given full backing for the implementation of the ₦68.32 trillion 2026 budget after signing the Appropriation Bill passed by the National Assembly into law.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He also approved an amendment extending the lifespan of the 2025 budget from March 31 to June 30, 2026, to ensure completion of ongoing capital projects nationwide.
Under the 2026 fiscal plan, ₦4.799 trillion is set aside for statutory transfers, ₦15.8 trillion for debt servicing, ₦15.4 trillion for recurrent spending, while ₦32.2 trillion goes to capital projects—about half of the total budget.
The focus, according to the administration, is on infrastructure development, security, and growth-driven investments aimed at improving living standards.
Speaking on the development, presidential aide Bayo Onanuga said the extension of the 2025 budget will help ensure full use of allocated funds, especially for major ongoing projects.
Tinubu directed all ministries, departments, and agencies to ensure transparency, discipline, and value-for-money in implementing the budget, while praising the National Assembly for its swift passage of the bill.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to economic reforms, revenue growth, job creation, and social welfare improvements.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has described moves to prosecute former Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed over alleged culpable homicide as an attempt to reopen the 2018 Offa robbery tragedy for political purposes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement on Friday, the party’s spokesperson, Olusegun Adewara, said the development is a disturbing and dangerous politicisation of a case they claim has already been addressed through judicial processes.
He warned against dragging the state into fresh tension, accusing the state government of attempting to revive old allegations for political advantage.
Adewara said the PDP would not remain silent while what he called “political narratives” are used to influence public perception around a tragic incident that claimed multiple lives in Offa in 2018.
He also urged residents, especially affected families, not to allow their pain to be used for political gains, insisting it is unjust to associate Saraki with the crime.
The party further alleged that the move is aimed at distracting attention from governance challenges in the state.
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