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Kebbi’s Bold Move: N6.5bn Approved to Transform Learning Environment Statewide

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Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has announced that the state government has allocated N6.5 billion in its 2025 budget for the renovation of primary and secondary schools, as well as the provision of school furniture.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Governor Idris made this known on Monday during the opening ceremony of the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), held in Birnin Kebbi.

He further revealed that the administration had procured educational materials worth N2.7 billion, which will be distributed to students at no cost.

“I am filled with joy today. I thank God for bringing people who value education to Kebbi,” the governor said.

He reaffirmed that Kebbi State operates a free education policy to ensure inclusive access to learning across the state. “We’ve also improved the feeding programme in our boarding schools to ensure students remain in school comfortably,” he added.

In the healthcare sector, Idris disclosed that doctors’ salaries in the state have been adjusted to match federal pay scales — a strategic move to reduce brain drain among medical professionals.

On agriculture, the governor announced that the state had distributed 520 trucks of fertilisers and 10,000 solar-powered water pumps to farmers, all free of charge, to enhance dry season farming.

In his remarks, NUT National President, Mr. Audu Titus-Amba, lauded Governor Idris for his transformative leadership and longstanding contributions to the union. He noted that one of Idris’ enduring legacies was the extension of teachers’ retirement age from 60 to 65 years.

“If not for that extension, I would have retired already. Kebbi made no mistake electing a teacher as governor,” Titus-Amba said, describing Idris’ election as a divine intervention and a blessing to the state.

He commended the governor for elevating six teachers to the rank of Permanent Secretary, and described Kebbi as a “second home” for educators.

Also speaking, the state Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr. Halima Bande — represented by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Alhaji Abubakar Magaji-Na-Yelwa — praised the governor’s massive investment in education and urged him to sustain the momentum for the benefit of future generations.

Earlier, Acting State Chairman of the NUT, Alhaji Usman Koko, also applauded the governor for being a staunch supporter of teachers and education. He noted that Idris has recorded notable achievements in just two years in office.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the NEC meeting was hosted in Kebbi to honour Governor Idris, the immediate past national president of the NUT.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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