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Governor Moves To Renovate All Cemeteries In Katsina With ₦20m Each
The Katsina State Government has approved ₦20 million for each of the state’s 34 local government areas to renovate and upgrade cemeteries across their domains. The initiative was announced by Governor Dikko Umaru Radda on Thursday while addressing royal fathers from the Katsina and Daura Emirates at the Government House.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Governor Radda described the project as both a social obligation and a spiritual duty, noting that the effort seeks to preserve the sanctity of burial grounds while also invoking divine blessings upon the state.
The governor also unveiled a comprehensive welfare package for traditional rulers and religious leaders, stating that the reforms are backed by new legislation passed by the State House of Assembly. Under the new arrangement, all district heads will earn salaries equivalent to at least Grade Level 16. Additionally, 6,652 ward heads will receive monthly stipends, over 3,000 imams and their deputies in Friday mosques will be placed on regular support allowances, and mosque attendants from both the Izala and Darika sects in every local government area will also be placed on payroll.
Governor Radda further reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving security across the state, disclosing that more than 1,500 youths have been trained and provided with uniforms, life jackets, and other operational tools to bolster security efforts in troubled areas. He emphasized that safeguarding communities must be a shared responsibility, urging residents to take proactive measures to protect themselves while government interventions continue.
During the meeting, the Emir of Daura, Alhaji Umar Faruq-Umar, represented by the District Head of Baure, pledged the emirate’s continued support for the governor, particularly in the wake of his recent car accident in Daura. Similarly, the Wazirin Katsina, Senator Ibrahim Ida, who represented the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir-Usman, commended the administration for reforms that have elevated traditional institutions and strengthened their contribution to governance and community development. He assured that the emirate councils would continue to support government policies with prayers and cooperation to promote peace, unity, and prosperity in the state.
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ed An UnpUnmatched Productivity: Akpabio Stated That President Tinubu Has commissionrecedented Number Of Projects Nationwide.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has characterized President Bola Tinubu as a “miracle worker,” claiming that his volume of commissioned projects within his first three years in office is unprecedented in Nigeria’s history. Speaking on behalf of the President at the inauguration of the Old Keffi Road—a project marking Tinubu’s three-year milestone—Akpabio emphasized the government’s success in developing infrastructure in satellite towns. He further encouraged Nigerians to evaluate the President’s performance based on his long-standing track record of delivering results, dating back to his tenure as the Governor of Lagos State, as the primary benchmark for the 2027 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
During the commissioning of the Old Keffi Road in the FCT, Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlighted the following points regarding President Tinubu’s administration:
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Unmatched Project Delivery: Akpabio stated that President Tinubu has commissioned more projects nationwide in his first three years than any previous Nigerian president.
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Impact on Infrastructure: He praised the “miracle” of development in satellite towns, specifically referencing projects in the Gaduwa district and Nasarawa State.
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2027 Election Benchmark: The Senate President urged voters to look at Tinubu’s history of results, starting from his time as Lagos State Governor, as a scorecard for the upcoming 2027 election.
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Call for Accountability: Akpabio proposed a new standard for elections where candidates are evaluated based on their proven record of work and tangible achievements.
As part of its ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and voluntary repatriation of its citizens, the Federal Government has organized a third evacuation flight from South Africa. The flight, operated by Air Peace, is scheduled to depart Johannesburg at midnight on Thursday, carrying 271 Nigerians back home. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the aircraft is expected to land at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos at approximately 5:30 am on Friday, July 3, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Federal Government’s voluntary repatriation program continues with a third evacuation flight from South Africa set to arrive in Nigeria.
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Departure: The flight will leave Johannesburg at midnight on Thursday.
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Arrival: The 271 returnees on board are scheduled to reach Lagos by 5:30 am on Friday, July 3, 2026.
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Purpose: This operation is part of the government’s commitment to safeguarding its citizens and facilitating their safe return to the country.
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U.S. Independence Day: Embassy And Consulate In Nigeria Announce Temporary Closure For Public Holiday!.
In honor of the U.S. Independence Day holiday, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos have announced that they will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. The U.S. mission shared this information via their official social media channels on Thursday. The Fourth of July holiday annually commemorates the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, marking the moment the thirteen American colonies formally declared their independence from Great Britain.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos will observe the U.S. Independence Day holiday by closing their offices on Friday, July 3, 2026. This annual holiday, celebrated on July 4, commemorates the historic event in 1776 when the American colonies declared their separation from Great Britain. The closure was confirmed in an official statement released by the U.S. mission on Thursday.
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