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  • Shettima, Ganduje bury mothers-in-law in Kano

    Shettima, Ganduje bury mothers-in-law in Kano

    …Governor Yusuf condoles with Shettima

    Vice President Kashim Shattima and the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, on Monday, June 24, buried their mothers-inlaw in Kano.

    Shettima’s mother-in-law, Hajiya Maryam Abubakar Albishir, died on Sunday after a protracted illness, and was buried on Monday.

    Ganduje’s mother-inlaw, Hajiya Asiya Muhammad Gauyama, the mother of Ganduje’s only wife Hafsatu, died on Monday morning and was buried after 3pm at the Tarauni cemetery.

    The funeral prayer for Hajiya Gauyama was led by Sheik Auwalu Khalid, the Imam of Ganduje residence mosque at Miyangu road in Kano.

    Ganduje, who governed Kano from 2019 to 2023, arrived the ancient city on chartered flight in company of family, friends, and political associates.

    He was recieved at Aminu Kano International Airport by APC loyalist who joined his convoy to his private residence in the Government Reserved Area (GRA) of Nasarawa local government area of the state.

    The national APC chairman, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Edwin Olofu, had earlier announced the demise of the ex-governor’s mother-inlaw.

    “Hajiya Gauyama, the beloved mother of Professor Hafsatu Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the wife of the National Chairman, died in the early hours of Monday.

    “It is with deep sorrow and heart-felt sympathy that we announce the passing of Hajiya Asiya Muhammad Gauyama, the beloved mother of Professor Hafsatu Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the wife of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.

    “Hajiya Asiya Muhammad Gauyama was a revered matriarch, whose life was characterised by her unwavering commitment to her family, community and faith.

    Read Also: Buhari condoles Shettima over mother-in-law’s death

    “Her passing is a profound loss, not only to her immediate family but also to all who knew and loved her.

    “The funeral prayer for Hajiya Asiya Muhammad Gauyama will hold today, at 2 p.m. at the residence of Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, located on Miyangu Road, Kano State.

    On behalf of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and the entire APC family, we extend our deepest sympathies to Professor Hafsatu Ganduje and her family during this difficult time.

    The statement added: “Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they navigate through this period of grief and loss.”

    Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin and Senator Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila were those who attended the burial of the former governor’s mother-inlaw.

    Kano governor condoles with Shettima:

    Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano state on Monday expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shattima, over the death of his mother in-law, Hajiya Maryam Abubakar Albishir.

    The governor in a statement by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, described late Hajiya Maryam Abubakar as an obedient housewife who did her best in the upbringing of her family members, which included blood children, and other non-related people, that she helped in moulding their characters.

    “We were shocked on hearing about the death of Hajiya Maryam Abubakar Albishir. The griefs over her death spread beyond her family, Kano State, but the entire nation

    “Her death occured when she is needed the most. People like her are very rare. She was a unique, friendly, respectful, family and community responsible leader whose death has created a wide vacuum difficult to fill,” Yusuf mourned.

    The statement added: “The Governor, on behalf of the government and good people of Kano State, extends condolences to the Vice President, Kashim Shattima, his wife Hajiya Nana Shettima and the families of the deceased.

    “The prayed to Almighty Allah to grant her soul eternal rest and Jannatul Firdausi be her final abode.”

  • Buhari condoles Shettima over mother-in-law’s death

    Buhari condoles Shettima over mother-in-law’s death

    Former President Muhammadu Buhari met with Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday in Katsina, offering his heartfelt condolences over the passing of Shettima’s mother-in-law, Hajiya Maryam Abubakar Albishir.

    Buhari described the demise of Hajiya Maryam, mother of Shettima’s wife, Hajiya Nana, as “extremely sad” and expressed his thoughts and prayers are with the Vice President and his family during this challenging time. 

    According to a statement issued by his spokesman, Mallam Garba Shehu on Monday evening, former President Buhari also prayed Allah to grant the deceased eternal rest.

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    “As condolences pour in from leaders across the country for Vice President Kashim Shettima after the demise of his mother-in-law, Maryam Abubakar Albishir, the former President, Muhammadu Buhari, seized the moment of their meeting on Monday in Katsina to express his deepest sympathies.

    “Muhammadu Buhari said the death of Hajiya Maryam, the mother of the Vice President’s wife, Hajiya Nana was extremely sad, adding that his thoughts and prayers were with the Vice President and his family at this challenging time.

    He prayed to Allah to grant the deceased eternal rest”, the statement said. 

  • Shettima mourns as mother-in-law passes away in Kano

    Shettima mourns as mother-in-law passes away in Kano

    Vice President Kashim Shettima’s mother-in-law, Hajiya Maryam Abubakar Albishir, has passed away at 69 after a prolonged illness. 

    A statement by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Information, Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, said Hajiya Albishir’s died on Sunday evening in Kano. She would be laid to rest on Monday afternoon according to Islamic traditions.

    “Vice President Kashim Shettima has lost his mother-in-law, Hajiya Maryam Abubakar Albishir, who passed away in Kano on Sunday evening after a prolonged illness. 

    “She was aged 69. 

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    “Hajiya Maryam, the mother of the Vice President’s wife, Hajiya Nana Shettima, will be laid to rest on Monday afternoon in Kano, in accordance with Islamic traditions. 

    “The late Hajiya Maryam was known as an exemplary and kind-hearted mother in her community and also a devoted Muslim. She was respected for her wisdom, compassion, and dedication to charitable causes. Many remember her as a source of guidance and support, both within her family and in the wider community in Kano. 

    “The nation extends its condolences to Vice President Kashim Shettima, Hajiya Nana Shettima, and their family during this difficult time, while appreciating the life and legacy of the late Hajiya Maryam Albishir,” the statement reads. 

  • Shettima reaffirms govt’s commitment to Northeast economic revival

    Shettima reaffirms govt’s commitment to Northeast economic revival

    Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the commitment of the Federal Government to driving economic revival and development of the Northeast

    He, however, said that the cooperation of everyone would be required to reclaim and shape the narrative of the region.

    Speaking while laying the foundation for the new headquarters of the North East Development Commission (NEDC) in Maiduguri, Borno State, the vice president described the event as a demonstration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s promise and commitment to the region’s development.

    According to a statement issued by Stanley Nkwocha, the  Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Information, Shettima noted that the new headquarters symbolises the strength of the nation’s collective will to rebuild and overcome challenges.

    Shettima also inspected the on-going construction of the Jere Bowl Road Network and performed the groundbreaking for the second phase of the project.

    He emphasized the importance of road networks in accelerating urbanisation, enhancing security, and fostering economic growth.

    The vice president said: “NEDC is a product of the people, and it shall serve the interests of the nation. It is this foundational principle that guides the NEDC. This institution, therefore, embodies our collective resolve to transform the narrative of this region – from one marred by despair and devastation to one defined by renewal and triumph.

    “Today is a demonstration of our promise, an assurance of our commitment, and a reminder of what this sub-region means to the nation.”

    Shettima explained that the foundation-laying was a step towards fulfilling President Tinubu’s promise to prioritise initiatives that safeguard the interests of the Northeast.

     “This promise is not merely a political commitment but a moral obligation to the people who have endured so much and deserve nothing less than a future defined by peace, stability, and prosperity,” he said.

    The vice president stressed that the new head office surpasses mere infrastructure, embodying the strength of the nation’s collective will to rebuild, restore, and overcome the challenges that have hindered the region’s progress.

    He added: “This head office shall symbolise the strength of our shared aspirations as a people with shared objectives. As we lay this foundation, we do so with a vision of a Northeast that is vibrant, resilient, and forward-looking.

    “We do so imagining our contributions to building a nation where every child has access to quality education, where healthcare is accessible to all, where infrastructure supports thriving economies, and where peace and security are the bedrock of daily life.”

    The projects, Shettima noted, reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to the development and prosperity of Northeast state.

    “This project”, Shettima said, “symbolizes our dedication to improving the lives of our people, enhancing security, and fostering economic growth. It is a testament to our unwavering resolve to build a Nigeria where every citizen, regardless of their location, has the opportunity to thrive.”

    On the significance of the project, he explained: “A robust road network accelerates the process of urbanisation. As rural areas become more accessible, we will witness the development of new urban centers, leading to better access to education, healthcare, and other essential services.

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    “Each road we construct supports security, commerce, and agriculture. They enhance the standard of living for our people. Without a reliable network of roads, we cannot fulfil our promises to the people, nor can we sustain our democracy. The full participation of remote communities in our nation’s development depends on a dependable road network.”

    Underscoring the socio-economic importance of Borno to the Northeast region, Shettima stated: “The economic agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is rooted in supporting each state of the federation in achieving its objectives and fulfilling our promises to the nation.

    “Borno State holds a pivotal role in our nation’s economy and will always remain a top priority in our efforts to stabilise and promote unity and peace across the nation.”

    Gombe State Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, who doubles as the Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, praised Shettima for mobilising support for the smooth operations of the NEDC.

    “We are very proud of what you are doing as our leader in the North East by ensuring the smooth take-off of this project as well as enhancing the operations of the NEDC,” Yahaya stated.

    He urged governors and other stakeholders from the Northeast to work towards achieving the goals of the NEDC.

    The governor however lamented the devastating effect of the Boko Haram insurgency, which he said took the zone backwards by 50 years.

    “We therefore need to work hard to recover the lost grounds, and with Vice President Shettima’s motivation and support, we can achieve that,” he added.

    Acting Borno Governor Usman Kadafur also applauded the good work so far done by the NEDC in the six states of the region.

    He said: “The effort of the NEDC is adjudged a quite successful story and it is the pride of the various state governments across the region.”

    NEDC Chairman Maj.- Gen. Paul Tarfa  said the the foundation-laying for the construction of a befitting headquarters has opened a new chapter in the history of the Commission, symbolizing growth.

  • Shettima, NEDC MD petition IGP over alleged defamation by whistleblowers

    Shettima, NEDC MD petition IGP over alleged defamation by whistleblowers

    Vice President Kashim Shettima and the Managing Director of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), Mohammed Goni Alkali, have petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) over alleged false accusation leveled against them by some whistleblowers.

    The urged the police boss to summon and prosecute their accusers who said they allegedly mismanaged N13 billion.

    The Nation reports that leaders of the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations Against Corruption in Northern Nigeria (COCSOCINN), identified as Pastor Sani Abdullahi and Reverend Kallamu Musa Ali Dikwa, told reporters in Abuja that they had petitioned President Bola Tinubu over the alleged corruption involving Shettima and Alkali.

    But in a petition to the IGP and obtained by our reporter, lawyer to the Vice President and the NEDC boss, Peter A. Aki, averred that the “malicious libel and criminal defamation” was intended to incite political instability.

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    The petitioners argued that the allegations, published in some dailies, were false and aimed at tarnishing the reputations of the Vice President and the NEDC’s boss in violation of the Nigerian Criminal and Penal Code laws and their right to dignity, as guaranteed under the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria (as amended).

    “Even common sense will tell anybody that cares to know that the Bureau for Public Procurement Act has regulated the award of contracts and further that only the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has the power to sanction any payment for contracts that are above the limit approved for the management of the North East Development Commission as stipulated under the relevant statutes,” Aki said.

  • June 12: Mandate group launches membership drive for Tinubu, Shettima

    June 12: Mandate group launches membership drive for Tinubu, Shettima

    The Mandate Group with its head office in Lagos has launched a 40million membership drive aimed at boosting support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Vice President Kashim Shettima. The group was created in the early 1990s as an independent campaign group while Tinubu was the governor of Lagos. The group played a significant role in ensuring sustained leadership of the Tinubu group in Lagos and in ensuring the incursion of the Tinubu group into other South West States and the subsequent emergence of Tinubu as the President of Nigeria.

    At a huge rally held at the Police College ground locate in Ikeja, Lagos the group said it hoped to realise the 40m membership target in the 36 states in the next 12 months. The group said it is aware of challenges currently facing Nigerians but added that it has received assurances from President Tinubu that in the next few months, the economy would bounce back and the country would regain her strength and fortunes.

    The group described the current situation as a process of ‘removing the landmines’ in order to clear the route to stability and prosperity of Nigeria.

    ‘This is a historic gathering. We are proud of thousands of people that have gathered here today to mark the 31 years after the annulment of June 12 election. On this occasion, we hereby launch the 40m membership drive in the 36 states and Abuja. The membership mobilisation will move with the speed of light,’ Hon Ayinde Abdulllahi Enilolobo, the leader of the group told thousands of people that gathered at Ikeja for the rally.

    Newly recruited members of the group came from across the 36 states to grace the event.

    He said further ‘We announce here to the world that the Mandate Group has put in place the structure in all the 36 states of the Federation. We started in Lagos as a pro-democracy movement. From the month of July, 2024, the Mandate Forum new  New Ageda is to begin the launching of state chapters in the 36 states of the Federation. At present the Mandate Group has 580,000 members in Lagos.’

    He said the National Mobilisation Strategy is to have 40 million members across the 36 states of the Federation in the next 12 months adding that already contacts have been established with the 36 states and very soon, the leadership would begin the launching of the state chapters.

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    ‘The Mandate Group will mobilise students, workers, artisans, teachers, fishermen and men in the creeks, nomads in the Savanah, farmers in the Middle Belt, workers in the industrial plains. The mission is to defend the mandate of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima and to defend democracy. The Mandate Group has thus assumed the status of a National Movement for the defence of democracy and for the promotion of unity, justice and liberty in Nigeria.’ 

    He said ‘President Tinubu is the first leader that was not a product of the clique that has ruled Nigeria since 1960. He is a product of radical and progressive struggle. It is the first time Nigeria is being led by a product of pro-democracy movement in Nigeria.We have the historic responsibility to mobilise support for him all over the country.’

    He said the Mandate Group is not targeting only members of All Progressives Congress, (APC) but non-party members. ‘We are not looking at registered APC members alone, we target students, workers, artisans, fishermen and women from across the country. Enilolobo also announced the launching of an endowment fund that would be used to empower members to enhance their economic wellbeing.

    The crowd cause traffic slowdown for most part of the morning hours as thousands of people dressed in white with yellow cap and headgear stormed the vast venue for the event. Leaders of All Progressives Congress,(APC) from across the country attended the event.

    At the event, APC chieftain Prince Wale Arogundade said ‘I am delighted to speak to you on this great day marking the One Year Anniversary of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu which coincides with the 31st Anniversary of the June 12 election annulment.’

    He said June 12 is a unique day in the history of Nigeria.

    ‘As we celebrate the June 12 Anniversary, we also remember the historic contributions of the current President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. We recall the exceptional sacrifices made by Tinubu to the bitter struggle for democracy in the tough campaign to install democracy in the dark ages of Nigerian history,’ Arogundade said.

    Speaking on June 12 Enilolobo ‘Let me say that of all the activists that fought the June 12 election, President Tinubu stood out as a colossus. He risked his life, he sold his properties, he was hunted by the most vicious dictator in Nigerian history. A price was placed on his head. At the fullness of time, he won the battle alongside his comrades for the greatness of Nigeria, for the freedom of you and me, for the liberty of all, poor and rich, armed and defenceless people alike.’

    Listing the achievements of Tinubu the Mandate Group said Nigeria still faces very difficult challenges but that the striking intervention of the President in certain areas in the past one year cannot be denied. 

    He listed some of these striking achievements are:

    • The students’ loan remains a milestone which has seen more than 60,000 applications from poor and indigent students from across the country.

    • The construction of the Lagos-Calabar Highway: This will no doubt open up business potentials in Nigeria. No fewer than 50,000 Nigerians are expected to be direct and indirect beneficiaries of the project. The highway is the first phase while the second phase is the Calabar-Enugu highway and the Lagos Sokoto highway.

    • Establishing probity in the Central Bank. For the first time, the CBN is being sanitised and made to be accountable to Nigerians. In the past few years, we have seen the politicisation of monetary policies in Nigeria. We have seen the CBN assuming the status of commercial banks while usurping the traditional roles of conventional banks.

    The group praised the President for the gradual stability in the Oil sector: Under this regime, we have seen massive investment in the oil sector to checkmate oil theft. For instance, you have taken a bolder intervention to prevent oil theft and oil vandalisation in the past one year. 

    ‘There has been a remarkable stability in oil production, peace and sustainable development in the Niger-Delta.This year alone, over N5billion worth of crude oil have been recovered from oil thieves while no fewer than 89 illegal refinery sites have been discovered. Suspects have been arrested.’

    He said in the past few months, your efforts have helped the country to recover stolen crude worth over 1billion dollars which represents a significant input into Nigerian economy. 

    ‘Very soon the Port Harcourt and Warri Refineries will be fully operational. These are landmarks that stand out President Tinubu as the best President Nigeria ever had since 1999 judging from the first one year anniversary of the regime.’

    The group called on Nigerians from all works of life, to stand up and ensure the defence of democracy for prosperity of Nigeria and for a greater future for the continent of Africa. 

  • Shettima urges resident doctors to resist Japa syndrome

    Shettima urges resident doctors to resist Japa syndrome

    Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerian resident doctors to remain in the country and support President Bola Tinubu’s administration to improve healthcare delivery.

    He said if doctors resisted the temptation of seeking greener pastures abroad, they would realise that President Tinubu had their interests at heart.

    Shettima said this when he hosted the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), led by its new President, Prof. Bala Audu, at the State House in Abuja.

    The NMA delegation included first Vice President, Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu; second Vice President, Dr. Ushakuma Anenga; Secretary General, Dr. Ben Egbo; Deputy Secretary General, Dr. Wale Lasisi; National Publicity Secretary, Dr. Manir Bature, and Chairman of the FCT chapter, Dr. Ugwuanyi Charles, among others.

    The Vice President lauded the sacrifices of Nigerian doctors and encouraged them to “stay back and salvage this nation together”.

    A statement in Abuja by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Information in the Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, said Shettima acknowledged the challenges doctors faced but expressed optimism in the potential for improvement under the current administration.

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    The Vice President told them in confidence that President Tinubu empathised with medical doctors who stayed back, despite juicy offers abroad.

    He urged the doctors not to despair, imploring them to “remain steadfast” and resist the temptation of offering their services in foreign lands.

    Shettima added: “In President Tinubu, you have an ally who will stand by you at all times.

    “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has Nigerian doctors at heart. He has a lot of empathy for our medical doctors who have opted to stay put at home, not for lack of offers.”

    The Vice President lauded the giant strides and sacrifices the association had made in serving the nation, especially in repositioning healthcare delivery.

    He said: “…The NMA is one of the most prestigious, preeminent associations in this country. We must commend you for the sacrifices you are making and for staying put in this nation.

    “All hope is not lost because Nigerian doctors are making giant strides, recording milestones in the profession and, most importantly, making tremendous sacrifices to serve this nation.”

    Prof. Audu said the association at the State House to show solidarity with the Tinubu administration, particularly for its laudable policies in the health sector.

    He said: “The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has come here today as a partner to your government and a patriotic group of Nigerians dedicated to the success of the Renewed Hope Agenda of this government and to ensure that this government delivers quality healthcare to all Nigerians.”

    The NMA President assured the Vice President that the body “remains patriotic to this nation and will fully support the health policies of your government to drive improvement in quality healthcare delivery and universal access to services to all Nigerians”.

  • Japa: Stay back to salvage health sector, Shettima urges resident doctors

    Japa: Stay back to salvage health sector, Shettima urges resident doctors

    Vice-President Kashim Shettima has appealed to residents doctors to stay and join hands with President Bola Tinubu’s administration in the ongoing efforts to salvage the nation, particularly the health sector.

    The spokesperson of the Vice-President, Stanley Nkwocha, in a statement on Wednesday, said Shettima, made the appeal when he granted audience to the National Executive Committee of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA).

    The association led by its newly elected President, Prof. Bala Audu, paid him a courtesy visit at the Presidential Villa.

    The Vice-President also implored the doctors to resist the temptation of absconding without flashing a ray of hope.

    He told them that Tinubu has their interest at heart, saying: “President has a lot of empathy for medical doctors who have chosen to stay back at home despite juicy offers abroad.”

    Similarly, Shettima, who urged the Nigerian doctors not to despair, implored them to remain steadfast and resist the temptation of offering their services in foreign lands.

    He said that: “in President Tinubu, you have an ally who will stand by you at all times.

    “President Bola Tinubu has Nigerian doctors at heart. He has a lot of empathy for our medical doctors who have opted to stay put at home, not for lack of offers.”

    Shettima commended the giant strides of Nigerian doctors and their sacrifices in the service of the nation, especially in repositioning healthcare delivery.

    ”Let us stay back and salvage this nation together, this is our country and the greatest black nation on earth, and a promising nation that we need to invest in.

    ”The NMA is one of the most prestigious, preeminent associations in this country. We must commend you for the sacrifices you are making and for staying put in this nation.

    “All hope is not lost because Nigerian doctors are making giant strides, recording milestones in the profession and, most importantly, making tremendous sacrifices to serve this nation”, he said.

    Shettima further asked the NMA to encourage young doctors to specialize in key disciplines of medical practice and also check the activities of quacks in the profession.

    Earlier, the NMA President, Prof Audu, said the executive members were at the Presidential Villa to show solidarity for the Tinubu administration, particularly on account of its laudable policies for the health sector.

    “The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has come here today as a partner to your government and a patriotic group of Nigerians dedicated to the success of the Renewed Hope Agenda of this government.

    “And to ensure that this government delivers quality healthcare to all Nigerians”, he said.

    He assured that the body remained patriotic and will fully support the health policies of the government to drive improvement in quality healthcare delivery and universal access to services to all Nigerians.”

    “This committee will work closely with this government in delivering and implementing the policies of the administration in the healthcare sector.

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    “The NMA wants to assure and reassure you that it will play a key role in ensuring stability in the health sector.

    “This is by extension, stability for this government to deliver on its promises to Nigerians as it has already started doing”, he said.

    He applauded the health policies of the Tinubu administration, saying when fully implemented, the programmes and projects will increase the training spaces for specialists in the country.

    “It is known as the residency training programme as well as quality of the postgraduate medical training.

    “We are sure that this government will address the infrastructural needs as well as the remuneration that will improve the wellbeing of Nigerian doctors to remain and serve in this country”, he said.

    (NAN)

  • Tinubu administration committed to empowering youths — Shettima

    Tinubu administration committed to empowering youths — Shettima

    Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the commitment of the Bola Tinubu’s administration to supporting youths in achieving their full potential and contributing to the country’s growth and development.

    Speaking during a courtesy visit from the National Executive Council of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) led by its President, Comrade Sukubo Sara-Igbe Sukubo, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja,Shettima praised the council for their support of the administration’s programme and activities.

    He emphasised that the future of the nation belongs to the youth, constituting nearly 75% of the population, and engaging them is crucial for a better tomorrow.

    The NYCN is set to celebrate its 60th anniversary in November 2024, and Vice President Shettima commended their dedication to the Nigeria Project.

    Commending the Council for its support of the programmes and activities of the Tinubu administration, VP Shettima said, “We cannot thank you enough for keeping the hope alive for the Nigerian youth. We identify with you; we empathize with you because the future of this nation belongs to you.

    “We are one of the youngest nations on the planet and the youths constitute nearly 75% of our population. Once we engage the youths, once we give them hope for a better tomorrow, all the madness pervading this land will dissipate.

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    “60 years for an organization to remain vibrant and still standing on its feet deserves commendation. I want to thank you for believing in the Nigeria Project. A lot of members of your generation have left the country but you resolved to stay on, and together we are going to salvage the ship of this state,” he added.

    On plans of the Tinubu administration for young Nigerians, the Vice President noted that President Tinubu created a ministry for the youth under the current dispensation and appointed two young people to head the ministry, while he (VP) has complemented this by appointing a lot of young persons into key positions in his office.

    Assuring the NYCN delegation that the administration is aligned with their aspirations, Senator Shettima said, “We hold you in the highest esteem. We have a series of opportunities lined up for you such as the iDICE project that will create digital jobs, including the ones in the creative industry. So, let’s hope for the best, let’s believe in Nigeria because this is our country.”

  • Shettima to declare open National MSMES business clinics in Ekiti

    Shettima to declare open National MSMES business clinics in Ekiti

    The Vice President, Kashim Shettima will on Thursday, June 6, declare open the Third Expanded National Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Business Clinics in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti state.

    The state commissioner for information, Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, in a statement made available to newsmen in Ado Ekiti, disclosed that the event will hold at the Bishop Adetiloye Hall at the Trade Fair Complex, Old Iyin Road in Ado Ekiti at 9am.

    Olatunbosun said that the forum would provide opportunity for small business owners in the State to interact with key federal government agencies and regulatory bodies.

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    He added that the focus is to provide lasting solutions to the challenges hindering the development of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), boost their access to capital, formalize their businesses, and advertise their products among others.

    He restated the commitment of Governor Oyebanji administration to the development of MSMEs in the state as enshrined in the Youth Development and job creation, infrastructure and industrialization as well as the Human Capital Development pillars of the administration.  

    Olatunbosun urged entrepreneurs in the State to take advantage of Government’s gesture to strengthen the sector by making themselves available at the event and judiciously utilizing the opportunities provided.