Nigerian Daily Reporters

Nigeria at 64: A Nation of Possibilities Still Struggling By Usman Muhammad Salihu and Muhammad Umar Shehu As Nigeria celebrates its 64th independence anniversary, it is essential to reflect on the nation's potential and the persistent challenges that continue to hinder its progress. Despite being blessed with vast natural resources and a vibrant population of over 200 million people, Nigeria's struggles seem to have deepened rather than improved over the past year. From widespread poverty to increasing insecurity, the country’s path to growth remains uncertain unless urgent and substantial action is taken. Poverty in Nigeria continues to be one of the most pressing challenges. A significant portion of the population, over 40%, still lives below the poverty line. As the cost of living soars and job opportunities remain scarce, millions of Nigerians find themselves trapped in cycles of deprivation. While government programs aimed at alleviating poverty have been implemented, the...

By: Mukhtar Garba Kobi   Life is a gift endowed to human and other creatures by God, as it wanes, some are destined to be leaders while others as followers. It is therefore easy to find leaders steering the affairs in different pedestals but coming across selfless ones that prioritise the needs of people is rare.  Bauchi State had seen several leaders that touched the lives of many, they frequently put their interest last while always striving for the masses to enjoy. One of such contemporary and noble leaders is Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman (Ɗangaladiman Ningi). He is kind to all, upright in behaviour, cordial in relation, hardworking in office and role model to limitless number of people.    Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman is the Honourable Member representing the good people of Ningi Central and also the Speaker in the Bauchi State House of Assembly. He is a man whose agility to serve the populace is beyond measure, he attended institutions where he garnere...

The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman (Ɗangaladiman Ningi), has called on parents to allow girls to harness their full potential, particularly through education. He made this call during an event organized by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Office of the Director of Travels and Exchange, National Affairs, held today at UBEC Model 1 Smart School, Bauchi. In a statement by Mukhtar Garba Kobi, the acting spokesperson of the speaker says, the Speaker in his speech encouraged the students not to give up on their pursuit of greatness, despite challenges they may face. "When I received your invitation, my first thought was that my busy schedule for the week wouldn't allow me to attend, especially given the short notice. However, when I saw the topic of the program, I immediately decided I had to be here," the Speaker said. "The topic resonated with me because, as a lawmaker, I personally sponsored a bill o...

  Akko Local Government's Committee on Budget and Planning, led by Deputy Chairman Honorable Habeeb Hassan Kumo, embarked on a courtesy visit to the palaces of three Emirs as part of preparations for the proposed 2025 budget. The visit aimed to facilitate discussions and gather insights from traditional rulers, groups, and associations to inform the local government's budgetary plans for the upcoming year. Honorable Habeeb Hassan Kumo emphasized the importance of community involvement in the budgeting process, urging citizens to contribute their ideas and prioritize vital projects in their areas. He also called on the people to support the current government administration's programs and policies to ensure more democratic dividends and praised the state Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya's style of leadership. The Budget and Planning Officer, Akko Local Government, Bello Baba, and Chairman of the Civil Society Organization, Yahaya Mohammad, reiterated the need for communit...

The Bauchi State House of Assembly has passed a vote of confidence on Governor Bala Mohammed, amidst threats from the FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike, to disrupt the state's peace and stability. In a statement by the acting spokesperson of the speaker, Mukhtar Garba Kobi, says, at its 51st sitting on September 10, 2024, the Assembly praised Governor Mohammed's achievements and commitment to the people of Bauchi State. The vote of confidence recognizes his efforts in delivering impactful governance, infrastructural development, and socio-economic growth. The entire House stands united with Governor Mohammed, who has consistently worked for the betterment of Bauchi State. We reject and condemn the FCT Minister's threat to disrupt the state's peace and stability. The Honourable Members urged the FCT Minister to focus on his official duties and avoid making statements that could jeopardize Bauchi State's peace and security, labeling it an attempt to sabotage the state...

   Politics is a game of impact, different people contest for positions with promises of bringing positive changes. Many leaders have adopted various ways in identifying bedeviling challenges of the people they govern or represent. God has blessed Bauchi and in particular Ningi with a brainiac leader who is far better than million others. The giant strides of democratic dividends provided by Rt. Hon. Dr. *Abubakar Y. Suleiman* (Ɗangaladiman Ningi) to his constituents have cut across sectors, genders, wards and zones. Despite impacting on the lives of countless number of people, Rt. Hon. Dr. *Abubakar Y. Suleiman* conducted a Town Hall Meeting in Ningi which granted equal opportunity for residents of various wards under his Constituency present their community problems.  In a statement signed by the acting spokesperson of the speaker, Mukhtar Garba Kobi, says participants of the first of its kind Town Hall Meeting include  community leaders, religious preachers, prese...

  Bauchi, Nigeria– The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly and a senior member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Abubakar Y. Suleiman, has strongly rebuked Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, for his recent comments and actions, which are perceived as threats to the unity of the party and the stability of Bauchi State. Suleiman, a dedicated PDP member, voiced his deep concern over Wike's "increasingly problematic" behavior, describing it as a serious threat to the cohesion of the PDP and the broader principles of democracy in Nigeria. “Minister Wike’s persistent and often divisive rhetoric is undermining the very principles that the PDP stands for—fairness, unity, and democratic governance,” Suleiman stated. He emphasized that Wike’s actions are creating unnecessary tension within the party, potentially weakening its collective strength as it continues to uphold the values that have made the PDP a formidable force in Nigerian politi...

   By Usman Abdullahi Koli, ANIPR  In recent months, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has significantly raised the price of petrol, leading to widespread concern among citizens and stakeholders alike. The removal of fuel subsidies, which had long been a contentious issue, was finally implemented by President Bola Tinubu's administration, resulting in a market-driven pricing mechanism. This policy shift, aimed at addressing the fiscal challenges posed by the subsidy regime, saw petrol prices skyrocketed from around N195 per liter to over N617 per liter in some areas by mid-2023. The subsidy, which had cost the Nigerian government over $10 billion annually, was said to be unsustainable in the face of declining revenues and rising debt levels. The government argued that the funds spent on subsidies could be better utilized in other critical sectors like education, healthcare, and infrastructure. However, the suddenness of the price hike left many Niger...

The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y Suleiman, attended a celebratory event in honor of Alhaji Garba Yakubu Mundamiyo, the newly appointed Financial Secretary of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi State. In a statement ably signed by his acting spokesperson, Mukhtar Garba Kobi, the Speaker praised Alh. Mundamiyo's kindness, honesty, trustworthiness, and obedience, citing these qualities as key to his success. Rt. Hon. Suleiman emphasized the importance of emulating these virtues, urging party members to adopt honesty, trust, and obedience to achieve success. He praised Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed for his transformative projects and leadership, saying, "Governor Bala Mohammad has made Bauchi far better than the way he found it... People should go to Ningi to clarify my statement, we are all very proud of him and his legacies." The Speaker wished Alh. Mundamiyo and the new PDP executives success, assuring the crowd ...