Nigerian Daily Reporters

  Spouses of members of the Bauchi State House of Assembly (BAHA), led by their Chairperson, Haj. Abi Hafsat AYS, have concluded a two-day capacity-building workshop in Lagos focused on empowering women and girls across their constituencies. The delegation participated in the programme aimed at exposing them to global best practices and practical strategies for improving the socio-economic wellbeing of women, enhancing livelihoods, and expanding opportunities for girls at the grassroots. On arrival, the legislators’ spouses were received by the wife of the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, who conducted them round the Assembly complex. They were hosted by the management and staff, a gesture the delegation described as warm and commendable. The visit also featured a tour of notable sites across Lagos. The second day featured intensive engagements, including a strategic session with the Lagos State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Allev...

  The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman, has been honoured with the traditional title of “Marafan Jihohin Yamma” by the Sarkin Sasa in Oyo State, His Royal Highness Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmadu Haruna Maiyasin Katsina II. The honour recognises the Speaker’s contributions to community development, youth empowerment, and efforts aimed at promoting unity and peaceful coexistence across communities. In a letter conveying the conferment, signed by the Sarkin Sasa, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmadu Haruna Maiyasin Katsina II—who also serves as Chairman of the Council of Arewa Traditional Rulers and Chiefs in the 17 Southern States—the monarch noted that the decision followed careful consideration of Rt. Hon. Suleiman’s commitment to humanitarian service and his support for initiatives that foster peace and progress. The royal palace also acknowledged the Speaker’s humility and respect for traditional institutions, describing these qualities as key reasons he was c...

  At a time when leaders who genuinely prioritize solving the pressing challenges of their people are increasingly rare, one lawmaker has distinguished himself through people-centered representation. In the spirit of the holy month of Ramadan—when rewards for good deeds are believed to multiply—Hon. Ɗayyabu Ladan Mohammed, Member representing Ganjuwa East in the Bauchi State House of Assembly, has taken significant steps to support his constituents. The lawmaker used the opportunity to ease the burdens of the people he represents, putting smiles on their faces and demonstrating that responsive leadership still exists. As part of the initiative, he distributed Ramadan support packages and financial assistance to residents drawn from various wards that make up the Ganjuwa East Constituency. Community members noted that the gesture was not the first of its kind, describing the lawmaker as someone known for delivering democratic dividends across communities in the constituency. Items d...