Nigerian Daily Reporters

By Usman Abdullahi Koli, ANIPR It is difficult to put into words the story of a man whose life was not just lived but felt deeply, genuinely, and profoundly. It’s over now, the last file signed, the final handshake exchanged, the door gently closed behind a man whose entire life has been anything but ordinary. As of May 30, 2025, Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti stepped out of public service, quietly bowing out from a remarkable journey that shook boundaries, lifted lives, and left behind a trail of courage, dignity, and truth. I find it not only fitting but necessary to say this: Now that it is done, let this be my tribute. Much has been said, written, and whispered in admiration since the announcement of his retirement. But what I pen today is not a replica of what others have offered. This is personal. This is from a heart that was moved years ago when I sat quietly among students of ATBU Bauchi, listening to a man speak not as a bureaucrat, not as a technocrat, but as someone who had walke...

  The Bauchi State House of Assembly has congratulated the Executive Governor of Bauchi State, His Excellency, Senator Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir (Kauran Bauchi), as he marks his sixth year in office. In a statement signed by the Speaker’s spokesperson, Mukhtar Garba Kobi, the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman, on behalf of the Honourable Members, Principal Officers, and staff of the Assembly, commended Governor Mohammed’s transformative leadership, which has significantly improved the lives of citizens across the state. “The State capital and all 20 Local Government Areas have witnessed notable transformation owing to the Governor’s people-focused infrastructural projects aimed at easing the burdens of the masses,” the statement read. The Speaker noted that over the last six years, Bauchi State has made remarkable strides in critical sectors including education, health, agriculture, and labour. Ongoing flyover constructions are expected to ease traffic congesti...

The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman (Dangaladiman Ningi, Barden Kudun Katagum), has called on parents and guardians to prioritize the education and skills development of their children, stressing that such investment is key to securing their future and building a prosperous society. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mukhtar Garba Kobi, the Speaker made the call in commemoration of the International Children’s Day, a day dedicated to celebrating children as blessings from God, reflecting on their challenges, and designing strategies to enhance their wellbeing. “Children are gifts from Almighty God and should be treated with utmost love, unending care, and concern,” the Speaker stated. He urged parents to provide all basic necessities for their children and refrain from sending them away under the guise of seeking knowledge without proper arrangements for their welfare. “Parents and guardians must remember they will be held accoun...

  The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman (Dangaladiman Ningi), has called on the Federal Government to accord the Kolmani oil exploration project the seriousness it deserves, citing its enormous potential for economic transformation and national development. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mukhtar Garba Kobi, the Speaker made the appeal during his goodwill message at the ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of the permanent site of the Bauchi Oil and Gas Academy, Alkaleri. He described the initiative as a historic milestone for the state and the region, aimed at producing competent professionals for the oil and gas sector. “Today we have gathered here to celebrate more than just the commencement of a construction project; we are laying the foundation for knowledge, innovation, and empowerment,” the Speaker stated. He emphasized that the establishment of the academy was preceded by legislative approval and the Governo...

  As the world commemorates International Labour Day, the Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman (Dangaladiman Ningi), has called for greater collaboration between workers and stakeholders to foster development, ensure better welfare, and strengthen institutional productivity across the state. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mukhtar Garba Kobi, the Speaker acknowledged the pivotal role of workers in infrastructural development, economic sustainability, and in combating social vices through productive engagement. He emphasized that Labour Day should serve as a moment of reflection and appreciation for the critical contributions of the workforce. “The importance of labour to the workforce can never be ignored as they serve like the engine to a device; they bring expert designs to life and erect infrastructures that endure for generations,” the Speaker stated. He commended Governor Bala Mohammed's administration for prioritizing wor...