Vice President Kashim Shettima has emphasized the necessity for immediate investments in health, education, and skills development in northern Nigeria. He made this call during a recent statement, highlighting the urgent need for improvements in these sectors to benefit local communities.

The Zamfara State Government announced that it is utilizing funds from the World Bank’s State Enabling Business Environment Reforms (SABER) Programme for state development. This information was shared by Governor Dauda Lawal, represented by Deputy Governor Mallam Mani Mummuni, during the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) national town hall and state engagement tour.

Umar Ajiyan, the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial candidate for Sokoto East, has presented his Senate agenda, emphasizing security, youth empowerment, and effective legislative oversight as key priorities. He expressed that his ambition is motivated by the desire to provide tangible benefits to the people of the district during a press conference in Sokoto.

The Zamfara State Government has expressed its readiness to support the establishment of state police if a proposed constitutional amendment is enacted. Suleiman Ahmad Tudu, the Senior Special Assistant to the Secretary to the State Government, stated that the state is prepared to adopt the new policing system following discussions in the Senate.

The Zamfara state government has initiated a tree-planting campaign aimed at addressing issues such as desert encroachment, flooding, and other environmental challenges in the region. This initiative was launched yesterday as part of efforts to create a greener space in the state.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has initiated the reconstruction of the Dikwa-Ngala and Bama-Banki roads in Borno State, emphasizing its commitment to rebuilding infrastructure in the North-East. These projects are intended to enhance security, boost economic activities, and support recovery efforts following insurgency, as stated during the flag-off ceremony attended by a representative of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.