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1,000 couples receive guidance ahead of mass wedding in Katsina
The Katsina State Government, in collaboration with an NGO, Al-Usra Marital Support Foundation, on Thursday organised an intensive pre-marital counselling and training for about 1,000 intending couples.
The exercise, held in Katsina, Daura and Funtua zones, was part of preparations for a mass wedding, ‘Auren Gata’, an initiative of the state government, scheduled for April 25.
The Chairperson of the Foundation, Dr Murjanatu Ibrahim-Duwan, said that the training was aimed at strengthening family values and reducing divorce in the society.
She said that the foundation was partnering with relevant authorities to prepare couples, representing 2,000 individuals, for the planned mass wedding.
Ibrahim-Duwan added that the initiative was designed to equip the intending couples with the knowledge and skills required to build stable and successful marriages.
She said that the couples were earlier screened by the state Ministry of Women Affairs to ensure they are fit and ready for marriage.
She said that the training exercise had been divided into three zones, Malumfashi, Daura and Katsina, to allow participants from different locations conveniently attend the sessions.
“The training is to prepare the couples for a successful married life by educating them on their responsibilities to one another and the importance of mutual understanding in marriage,” she said.
Ibrahim-Duwan added that the sessions also provided guidance on Islamic perspectives on marriage, conflict resolution and ways to maintain harmony in the home.
She noted that participants would receive certificates, which would serve as a requirement for participation in the mass wedding.
The chairperson further explained that the ministry of women affairs compiled and verified the list of screened couples after conducting medical tests and other necessary evaluations.
She expressed optimism that the initiative would contribute significantly to reducing marital disputes and strengthening family institutions in the state.
Earlier, the Hisbah Commander in the state, Dr Aminu Usman (Abu Ammar), said that the initiative, the first in the state, would help in reducing immorality.
He said that the state government would also provide the couples with all the necessary support needed for marriage, and also a capital for the groom to start a business.
Usman said that after the wedding, the board would continue to monitor the couples, to ensure a true and peaceful marriage.
The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Aisha Aminu-Malumfashi, said the initiative was to prevent the beneficiaries, especially women, from falling into immorality.
Represented by Amina Sada-Mashi, the Spokesperson of the ministry, the Commissioner said that the beneficiaries were made to undergo a thorough screening, such as genotype, HIV and other health issues.
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The Emir of Katsina, Abdulmumini Kabir-Usman, has turbaned Muhammad Dikko-Radda, the son of the governor, as Gwagwaren Katsina ‘ll’, and District Head of Radda, in Charanchi local government area.
The ceremony held in Kastina, on Saturday, was presided over by the Emir, having the attendance of prestigious dignitaries from within and outside Nigeria, including officials from Zinder.
Others turbaned are Ahmad Abdulmumini-Kabir, the son of the Emir, as Danmajen Katsina and District Head of Dankama, and Abubakar Dardisu as Sarkin Mudurun Katsina and District Head of Muduru.
Speaking at the event, the Emir called for unity, urging citizens to avoid envy, promote mutual respect and understanding.
He further expressed concerns over prevailing societal challenges, attributing them largely to selfishness among individuals.
Kabir-Usman noted that unless there is a change in attitude, societal problems would persist.
He stressed the need for adherence to religious values and collective responsibility to promote peace and development.
The Emir further called for collective attitudinal change to foster a better and more harmonious society.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the ceremony has the largest gathering, ever since the reign of the Emir,
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the removal of Mr Saidu Mohammed as the Authority Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), in the public interest.
This paper reports that the President has also approved the nomination of Mr Rabiu Abdullahi Umar as the new Chief Executive of the NMDPRA.
The appointment is subject to Senate confirmation.
A statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy) on Thursday said this decision, made pursuant to the Petroleum Industry Act 2021, is aimed at strengthening regulatory effectiveness in the midstream and downstream petroleum sector, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Mr Umar is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience across the energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors, and a proven track record in strategic leadership, operational transformation, and large-scale project delivery.
He is a graduate of Accounting from Bayero University and an alumnus of Harvard Business School.
Pending Senate confirmation of the new nominee, the most senior official of the NMDPRA will oversee operations in an acting capacity.
President Tinubu thanks the outgoing Authority Chief Executive for his service and wishes him well in his future endeavours.
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The Kano State Council has celebrated the legacy of renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Almagili, for his historic role in spreading Islam in Kano more than five centuries ago, predating the era of Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio.
This is contained in a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the council, Malam Fatihu Isa Abdullahi.
The commendation was made by Sheikh Nadeem Latif Attari of Pakistan during a courtesy visit to the Palace of the Sarkin Sharifan Kano, Alhaji Sidi Fari Abbas Adam.
Attari called for the provision of scholarship opportunities for the Shurafa’u community, noting that similar support is extended to such groups in Pakistan. He said leaders in Pakistan give special attention to Shurafa’u students pursuing studies there.
He explained that the delegation’s mission was to establish a partnership with the Shurafa’u community in Nigeria to provide vocational and educational skills aimed at promoting youth self-reliance and sustainable development.
Earlier, the chairman of the Elders’ Forum of Majalisar Sharifan Kano, Shariff Tijjani Ibrahim, welcomed the delegation on behalf of the Sarkin Sharifan, council members and the people of Kano.
He prayed for the success of the delegation’s mission and assured them of Kano’s readiness to collaborate, stressing the importance of joint efforts in advancing educational and developmental initiatives for the Shurafa’u community.
As part of the visit, the delegation toured historical sites, including the mosque and Islamiyya school established by Sheikh Almagili, which remain in active use today.
In his remarks, Sarkin Sharifan Kano, Alhaji Sidi Fari Abbas Adam, presented a special message to Sheikh Iliyas Al-Qadri Attari through the delegation leader, aimed at strengthening ties and fostering mutual cooperation.
The visit underscored the significance of preserving Islamic heritage while building strategic partnerships that empower communities, promote education, unity and self-reliance.
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