General
Barau charges ECOWAS parliament on regional prosperity, security
Barau charges ECOWAS parliament on regional prosperity, security
By Editor
Kano-The first Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Senator Barau Jibrin, has charged ECOWAS parliament on peace, security and prosperity of the region.
This paper reports that Jibrin made the call at the opening of the 2024 second extraordinary session of the sixth legislature of the ECOWAS Parliament Tuesday, in Kano.
Jibrin, who is the acting Speaker of the parliament, called on the members to work together to foster peace, security and unity in the region.
The Deputy Senate President said that the objectives of the parliament was to ensure integration of the entire ECOWAS Community,with the aim of enhancing maximum security and prosperity in the entire region.
He said the Extraordinary Session would deliberate on a work plan that would fine tune modalities of absolute integration of the Ecowas Community.
Jibrin explained that among the issues to be discussed includes measures to be taken in addressing challenge like violent extremism, insecurity and other numerous challenges bedeviling the development of the region.
The deputy president of the senate also announced ECOWAS Parliament plans to establish a mediation committee aimed at re-integrating aggrieved member states.
The lawmaker emphasized the critical need for Parliament’s intervention in regional issues, as highlighted by the President of the ECOWAS Commission during the Inaugural Session.
He further said the President had called for urgent efforts to prevent the disintegration of the regional bloc, particularly with the potential departures of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso.
The first deputy speaker also stressed the importance of confronting non-state groups vying for control of resources and marginalizing states, which has led to severe insecurity, especially in the Sahel region.
Earlier, Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf called on the ECOWAS Parliament to address some of the problems bedeviling the region.
Kabir-Yusuf urged them to focus on regional corporation and security, regional currency, citizenship, national security, environment and education of the member states.
He then restates the state government commitment to give all necessary support to ECOWAS Parliament
The governor then called on the sixth Legislature of the ECOWAS Parliament to build in the good work of the 5th parliament geared towards Achieving the set objectives.
About The Author
By Aminu Garko
Senator Sani Musa, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, has congratulated First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu on her 65th birthday.
In a congratulatory message, Senator Musa described the First Lady as “an Amazon and a source of inspiration to millions of Nigerians.”
Sen.Musa praised Senator Tinubu’s life of impact, devotion to God, and service to the nation.
He celebrated her compassion, strength, and dedication to the welfare of women, children, and the less privileged, noting that she continues to inspire hope across Nigeria.
The Senator wished the First Lady many more years in good health, wisdom, and strength, expressing confidence that she will continue to support President Bola Tinubu and champion noble causes that will uplift the nation.
On behalf of the people of Niger East, I join in celebrating the First Lady’s special day and pray for her continued good health and well-being.
About The Author
The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations, Rep. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, says the Federal Government has committed over N12 billion to a solar power project at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH).
Speaking at the flag-off of the project in Kano, Bichi, who represents Bichi Federal Constituency, said the initiative would make the hospital independent of the national grid.
He explained that the project is part of the government’s plan to solarise all tertiary institutions and teaching hospitals across the country, beginning with AKTH.
According to him, the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to strengthen healthcare infrastructure.
“The Federal Government set aside N300 billion in the 2025 appropriation act, and very soon all our tertiary institutions and teaching hospitals, including those owned by states, will enjoy 24-hour solar power.
“This year alone, I have attracted projects worth over N26 billion to AKTH, which has never happened in its history,” he said.
Bichi added that similar projects were underway at Bayero University Kano, Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology Wudil, and Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital.
He also commended Tinubu for supporting the project, describing it as a milestone in healthcare service delivery.
In his remarks, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Chief Uche Nnaji, said the initiative marked the translation of the Renewed Hope Agenda from vision to tangible action.
On his part, the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr Mustapha Abdullahi, assured that the project would be delivered before December.
“This is the first of its kind in Nigeria. We are targeting about 10,000 projects across the 36 states and the FCT to ensure 100 per cent solarisation of facilities,” Abdullahi said.
The Chief Medical Director of AKTH, Prof. Abdulrahman Sheshe, said the hospital spends about N150 million monthly on electricity bills and an additional N30 million on diesel.
“With this intervention, the hospital will save more than 30 per cent of its expenses. This project could not have come at a better time, especially after the recent power dispute we had,” he said.
Before the flag-off, Bichi inspected the ongoing construction of a five-storey Accident, Emergency and Trauma Centre at the hospital, another project facilitated by the Federal Government.
About The Author
About The Author
FG to provide starter packs for TVET graduates — Minister
NPFL fines Katsina Utd N9m, orders closed-door matches over crowd violence
Northern Revenue Conference: Gov. Yusuf tasks Northern states on collaborative tax reforms
JUST IN: FG Declares Sallah Public Holiday
Refinery: NNPC Ltd Targets Sustained Production with New Maintenance & Compliance Measures
Choose dialogue over protest, Kano groups urge youths
-
General2 years ago
JUST IN: FG Declares Sallah Public Holiday
-
Economy1 year agoRefinery: NNPC Ltd Targets Sustained Production with New Maintenance & Compliance Measures
-
News1 year agoChoose dialogue over protest, Kano groups urge youths
-
Agriculture7 months agoNew HJRBDA boss outlines ambitious agenda for agricultural growth, youth empowerment
-
Agriculture10 months agoFG trains laboratory technicians , technologists on soil health card scheme
-
General1 year agoActionAid urges youths to harness digital technologies for development
-
Security7 months agoTroops arrest 55-year-old suspected kidnapper in Kano, recover arms
-
Entertainment2 years agoPopular actor, Ali Nuhu appointed as MD Film Corporation