….As Adamu Yola Ture and Jordan Nwora Foundations zonal elite Basketball camp gets underway in Gombe.
Gombe State Commissioner for Information and Culture Julius Ishaya Lapes has tasked participants at the Adamu Yola Ture and Jordan Nwora foundations North East Elite Basketball camp to be discipline and exhibit a sense of sportsmanship while the talent hunt lasts.
The Commissioner stated this while addressing participants at the ongoing zonal elite Basketball camp talent hunt holding at the indoor sports hall in Gombe metropolis.
He said the present administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya is committed to the development of Sports in the State as Government believes that sports is not only an employer of labour but a medium that engages the youths and keep them away from crimes and criminality.
The Commissioner said inspite of the havoc cause by the ongoing insurgency in the North East, the resilience of the people for a better tomorrow has remain steadfast and indomitable describing the courage by the organizers to host the camp in Gombe as brave and examplary.
The information and Culture Commissioner challenged the young Sports men and women from the six states of the North East to utilize what he describe as a golden opportunity to announce their arrival at the sporting arena particularly as it relates to Basketball.
Chief talent hunt and a certified National and International team Coach of Basketball Alex Nwora said the Adamu Yola Ture and Jordan Nwora foundations deemed it necessary to organise the North East elite Basketball camp in Gombe as a way of giving back to the society through sports.
He said, but for the scholarship he got through Sports to study in the United States of America which eventually made him a better person, life would have been nasty and unpleasant.
Nwora said the camp will ultimately provide the opportunity for young Basketball players who distinguish to get exposed and subsequently play for basketball teams across the world.
He commended the Gombe Gombe Government for hosting the tournament amidst social economic and financial challenges.
A Board member of the Nigerian Basketball Federation Col. Sam Amedu said aside from laying the foundation for prospective Basketball players to display their talents the clinic also provides the opportunity for basketball coaches to update their knowledge on the game.
The Basketball talent hunt which was organised by the Adamu Yola Ture in collaboration with Jordan Nwora foundation is for participants within the North East sub-region and is expected to last for the next three days.
Joshua Danmalam, Information Officer SSG’S office. 9/4/2021
…Christian Community Appreciates Gombe Governor’s Gesture, Support
Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya says his administration will continue to cherish and maintain the brotherhood subsisting among the adherents of the two major faiths in the state.
The Governor stated this during the commissioning of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN Guest House located at CAN centre along Gombe-Kwami road.
He emphasized that his administration will not relent in providing the necessary support for people to practice their beliefs freely, stressing that the essence of leadership is service to humanity.
The Governor acknowledged the contributions of religious groups in the development of the society and commended CAN for its role in maintaining peace and stability which he described as fulcrum of sustainable development.
“And let me reiterate that this peace we have on Gombe state is non- negotiable, we cannot afford to throw it away and no matter what the devil will do, God will see us through and we shall maintain our strength in unity and our faith in Him and we believe He will deliver us at the point of need”.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya described the commissioning of the CAN Guests House as an important milestone in the development of the Gombe CAN centre, congratulating the Christian community in the State for the opportunity and the gift that came from God.
He prayed that the Almighty God will continue grant CAN the strength and the faith to see to the development of the Centre and take it to the highest level so that guests from far and near can patronize their services for maximum benefits.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya said as a party to the development of the CAN Centre during the Danjuma Goje administration, he will continue to remain steadfast to its growth and development, stressing also that ” as a leader, I am aware that the state can only be a complete unit if the interests of all citizens are taken into consideration. And these are my watch words always”.
He underscored the relevance and importance of providing such accommodation not only to the hospitality industry but also as a place for seclusion and solitude.
“If you are looking for a place that you feel secure, you come here. If you are looking for a place that you can meditate and relate with your God as a Christian this is a place to be. So development of this place to the highest level is something that we need to pursue and cherish”, adding that, ” I will personally be happy to see the CAN Guests House blossoms to be among the best in the country.
The Governor praised CAN leadership in the state for channelling the money he donated to them for the purpose it was meant, describing their sincerity of purpose as worthy of emulation.
Earlier speaking, the Chairman Gombe State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Rev. Sunday Congo said the construction of the CAN Guests House was made possible through Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s support to the organisation.
” Your Excellency, we are here today as a result of your kind gesture to CAN. To God be the glory, we have used the N25m you have given to us judiciously in constructing CAN Guests House with the soul aim of offering hospitality to guests coming to the state and also to help us raise income for the organisation”.
“We want to thank you for the love you have for the church and encouragement of peaceful coexistence of the two major religions in the state. Thank you also for donating money to the women wing of CAN. The Christian community Gombe state are indeed grateful and honoured. Your presence with us here is a clear indication of your love and sacrificial service to the people of Gombe state”.
Highlight of the event include songs ministration and special prayers for the peace, unity and development of Gombe state.
Ismaila Uba Misilli Director-General ( Press Affairs) Government House Gombe
Gombe state government has distributed relief materials to the people affected by the recent crisis in Billiri local government area of the state.
The relief materials distribution exercise was conducted by a special committee constituted by Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya with the mandate to ensure a hitch free and fair sharing of the palliatives.
Speaking to newsmen during the distribution exercise in Billiri, Chairman of the Committee, who is also the Commissioner for local government and chieftaincy affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Dasuki Jalo said about 2000 beneficiaries captured in the committe’s register are being targeted.
He said the setting up of the relief materials distribution Committee by Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya followed the destruction of property of some innocent residents in Billiri during the recent crisis over the appointment of new Mai Tangle.
“His Excellency Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya in his wisdom saw the need to bring succour to the victims of the recent crisis in Billiri through the provision of these relief materials pending the recommendations of the committee earlier set up to assess damages done during the crisis for eventual compensation”.
Hon Dasuki Jalo made it clear that his committee’s terms of reference is limited to distribution of the relief materials to ease the sufferings of the victims while compensation for the affected persons will be determined by the recommendation of the assessment committee.
“As you can see the relief materials being distributed to the affected persons include bags of rice, sugar, garri, cartons of indomie noodles and other forms of pasta”.
Expressing satisfaction on the conduct of the exercise, Hon Dasuki Jalo believes the food items will help to alleviate the sufferings of the affected persons and keep them strong in their life striving.
He lauded the commitment of stakeholders involved in the relief materials distribution exercise from across all strata.
Some beneficiaries who spoke to the press during the exercise, expressed their joy and gratitude to Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s administration for the gesture.
The event held at the Billiri township stadium was conducted under close supervision of the committee members, officials of Billiri local government and security personnel.
Members of the Dasuki Jalo- led committee include Hon. Commissioner for special duties, Christopher Abdu Buba Maisheru, Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, Col Sani Adamu Dapsia (Rtd), Chairperson of Billiri Local Government, Margaret Bitrus and Chairman APC, Billiri local government.
Others are Director-General/ Coordinator Northeast Development Commission, NEDC in Gombe state, Shehu Yarima Abdullahi and Mrs Eglah Idris while the Principal Private Secretary to the Governor, Malam Usman Kamara serves as Secretary.
Ismaila Uba Misilli Director-General ( Press Affairs) Government House Gombe
One of the areas of good governance that caught the attention of Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo during his recent visit to Gombe is Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s passion in harnessing the huge human capital in Gombe for socio-economic development of the State.
Prior to the Vice President’s visit, Gombe State has been a hub of trade, commerce and agricultural activities in the North Eastern Nigeria.
The indigenes fondly referred to as ‘Gombawa’ are a legendary hardworking and industrious people.
The Vice President took note of the exemplary and advantageous use to which Governor Yahaya is putting the human capital resources of the state, especially in the MSME sector.
The comparative advantage of abundant human capital which the state has over the surroundinng neighbouring states invariably makes it the commercial nerve centre of North East sub region.
Over the years, Gombe State human capital capabilities, seen as a catalytic assets, were largely ignored by past administrations in the state.
In addition to the humongous human capital assets in the state,Gombe also boasts of other factors of production and natural resources endowments. Agricultural and mineral deposits are in commerciallly viable quantum to engage the human capital. Gombe State is home to one of the biggest agricultural commodities market in the country (The Tudun Hatsi) and the famous Dadinkowa Dam with 40 megawatt capacity hydropower plant designed to provide electricity and water for irrigation and aquaculture. Gombe has a thriving mega market. The Gombe Main Market which stretches on a long street in the Metropolis is unarguably one of the biggest markets in the north east. There is also the industrial cluster in the British Cotton Growing Area, BCGA, the Gombe Cattle Marketn the tomatoe market and many others which currently provide employment to hundreds of youths across the State. Although the state was wading through numerous challenges, the emergence of the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya on May 29th 2019 rekindled the hope of a rapid economic transformation. The expectation is perhaps borne out of the fact that Governor Yahaya is perceived as someone, who having lived all his life in Gombe and successfully built his business structures and networks, would naturally ease the state into an era of economic growth and development. The Governor is reputed to have an uncommon, but better understanding of the challenges confronting MSMEs in the State, as well as the strategic model to galvanise available resources for the overall benefit of the people of the State.
One of strategies put in place by Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya is the repositioning of the MSME subsector. To achieve the repositioning agenda, a bill for the creation of the Gombe State Enterprise Development Agency has been in the House of Assembly for consideration and subsequent passage. When created, the Agency is expected to drive MSME development in the State by harnessing the enormous potentials of all the small and medium scale businesses across various economic and social sectors.
Similarly, the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa recently launched 10-Year Development Agenda for Gombe State, the first ever by any governor in the state.The Development Agenda identified the MSME subsector as an important driver of economic and social advancement. It is a historic development. Under the leadership of Inuwa Yahaya, the Gombe Industrial Park project has been initiated. When fully operational the Industrisl Park will take advantage of the enormous potentials in hydropower, oil and gas, agriculture and solid minerals resources in the State to accelerate the economic growth of the state.
A commensurate effort aimed at boosting human capital development has propelled the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya to invest in the revitalization of the health and education sectors.
The Governor is aggressively equipping the teeming population of young men and women with the skills and qualifications necessary to succeed in the 21st century.
These efforts of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya in boosting economic activities in the State caught the attention of Nigeria’s Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo who observed with satisfaction that the State has been actively engaged in ensuring that its citizens benefit from MSMEs related schemes. Thus, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya was commended highly by the visiting Vice President for championing the course of human capital development through economic activities in the State.
The Vice President noted that despite the huge challenges facing Gombe State, the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya was able to ignite the ‘can do spirit’ of the people of the State through policies geared towards developing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in the State.
The Vice President who was at the 27th edition of the National Micro Small and Medium Enterprises MSMEs held in Gombe State recently, said “Thus far in the payroll support for Gombe State, we have ensured that about 9085 employees, from close to 2000 MSMEs in the educational sector have benefited from the scheme, another 10,000 artisans and transporters have also benefited from this State, up to 6000 new business names have been registered free of charge with CAC from businesses that are in the State. In all, MSMEs, in Gombe State has been supported by the Federal Government with almost 1.2 billion naira under the economic sustainability plan”.
On his part, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya said the hosting of the 27th Edition of the National MSME Clinic is an important milestone in the development of the local economy in Gombe State, as it is expected to facilitate the development of small-scale enterprises by serving as a one-stop-shop for all MSME-related information, bringing together all relevant stakeholders, promoting the production and consumption of locally produced goods and services”.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya said the clinic will also help small and medium scale businesses to which he holds so dear to his heart in areas of improving access to finance, business registrations, access to market, skills acquisition and compliance with regulatory requirements, alongside other reforms around ease of doing business, adding that his administration is working to create a conducive environment for small and medium enterprises to thrive and succeed.
“The choice of Gombe State for the 27th MSME Clinic is both apt and timely. We are blessed with an economy that is driven by enterprising and hard-working young men and women. No wonder the British Historian, Dr Mary Tiffen, aptly described the people of Gombe as “The Enterprising Peasants” in her seminal book on the history of Economic Development in Gombe (1900—1968). Added to the uniquely favorable conditions for individual enterprise, our strategic position at the center of the Northeast subregion puts us at the heart of the regional trade, commerce and agriculture”.
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has been observed by opinion leaders to be gradually attaining the status of a trailblazer in his burning desire to build human capital for shared prosperity. His relentless efforts towards repositioning the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises MSMEs in Gombe State is one that will certainly outlive his tenures and the benefits to the people of the State will no doubt last for many years to come.
Misilli is Director General ( Press Affairs) Government House, Gombe
One of the areas of good governance that caught the attention of Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo during his recent visit to Gombe is Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s passion in harnessing the huge human capital in Gombe for socio-economic development of the State.
Prior to the Vice President’s visit, Gombe State has been a hub of trade, commerce and agricultural activities in the North Eastern Nigeria.
The indigenes fondly referred to as ‘Gombawa’ are a legendary hardworking and industrious people.
The Vice President took note of the exemplary and advantageous use to which Governor Yahaya is putting the human capital resources of the state, especially in the MSME sector.
The comparative advantage of abundant human capital which the state has over the surroundinng neighbouring states invariably makes it the commercial nerve centre of North East sub region.
Over the years, Gombe State human capital capabilities, seen as a catalytic assets, were largely ignored by past administrations in the state.
In addition to the humongous human capital assets in the state,Gombe also boasts of other factors of production and natural resources endowments. Agricultural and mineral deposits are in commerciallly viable quantum to engage the human capital. Gombe State is home to one of the biggest agricultural commodities market in the country (The Tudun Hatsi) and the famous Dadinkowa Dam with 40 megawatt capacity hydropower plant designed to provide electricity and water for irrigation and aquaculture. Gombe has a thriving mega market. The Gombe Main Market which stretches on a long street in the Metropolis is unarguably one of the biggest markets in the north east. There is also the industrial cluster in the British Cotton Growing Area, BCGA, the Gombe Cattle Marketn the tomatoe market and many others which currently provide employment to hundreds of youths across the State. Although the state was wading through numerous challenges, the emergence of the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya on May 29th 2019 rekindled the hope of a rapid economic transformation. The expectation is perhaps borne out of the fact that Governor Yahaya is perceived as someone, who having lived all his life in Gombe and successfully built his business structures and networks, would naturally ease the state into an era of economic growth and development. The Governor is reputed to have an uncommon, but better understanding of the challenges confronting MSMEs in the State, as well as the strategic model to galvanise available resources for the overall benefit of the people of the State.
One of strategies put in place by Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya is the repositioning of the MSME subsector. To achieve the repositioning agenda, a bill for the creation of the Gombe State Enterprise Development Agency has been in the House of Assembly for consideration and subsequent passage. When created, the Agency is expected to drive MSME development in the State by harnessing the enormous potentials of all the small and medium scale businesses across various economic and social sectors.
Similarly, the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa recently launched 10-Year Development Agenda for Gombe State, the first ever by any governor in the state.The Development Agenda identified the MSME subsector as an important driver of economic and social advancement. It is a historic development. Under the leadership of Inuwa Yahaya, the Gombe Industrial Park project has been initiated. When fully operational the Industrisl Park will take advantage of the enormous potentials in hydropower, oil and gas, agriculture and solid minerals resources in the State to accelerate the economic growth of the state.
A commensurate effort aimed at boosting human capital development has propelled the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya to invest in the revitalization of the health and education sectors.
The Governor is aggressively equipping the teeming population of young men and women with the skills and qualifications necessary to succeed in the 21st century.
These efforts of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya in boosting economic activities in the State caught the attention of Nigeria’s Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo who observed with satisfaction that the State has been actively engaged in ensuring that its citizens benefit from MSMEs related schemes. Thus, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya was commended highly by the visiting Vice President for championing the course of human capital development through economic activities in the State.
The Vice President noted that despite the huge challenges facing Gombe State, the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya was able to ignite the ‘can do spirit’ of the people of the State through policies geared towards developing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in the State.
The Vice President who was at the 27th edition of the National Micro Small and Medium Enterprises MSMEs held in Gombe State recently, said “Thus far in the payroll support for Gombe State, we have ensured that about 9085 employees, from close to 2000 MSMEs in the educational sector have benefited from the scheme, another 10,000 artisans and transporters have also benefited from this State, up to 6000 new business names have been registered free of charge with CAC from businesses that are in the State. In all, MSMEs, in Gombe State has been supported by the Federal Government with almost 1.2 billion naira under the economic sustainability plan”.
On his part, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya said the hosting of the 27th Edition of the National MSME Clinic is an important milestone in the development of the local economy in Gombe State, as it is expected to facilitate the development of small-scale enterprises by serving as a one-stop-shop for all MSME-related information, bringing together all relevant stakeholders, promoting the production and consumption of locally produced goods and services”.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya said the clinic will also help small and medium scale businesses to which he holds so dear to his heart in areas of improving access to finance, business registrations, access to market, skills acquisition and compliance with regulatory requirements, alongside other reforms around ease of doing business, adding that his administration is working to create a conducive environment for small and medium enterprises to thrive and succeed.
“The choice of Gombe State for the 27th MSME Clinic is both apt and timely. We are blessed with an economy that is driven by enterprising and hard-working young men and women. No wonder the British Historian, Dr Mary Tiffen, aptly described the people of Gombe as “The Enterprising Peasants” in her seminal book on the history of Economic Development in Gombe (1900—1968). Added to the uniquely favorable conditions for individual enterprise, our strategic position at the center of the Northeast subregion puts us at the heart of the regional trade, commerce and agriculture”.
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has been observed by opinion leaders to be gradually attaining the status of a trailblazer in his burning desire to build human capital for shared prosperity. His relentless efforts towards repositioning the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises MSMEs in Gombe State is one that will certainly outlive his tenures and the benefits to the people of the State will no doubt last for many years to come.
Misilli is Director General ( Press Affairs) Government House, Gombe
Earlier today, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya was in Liji quarters to witness the wedding fatihah between Musa Buba, a member of the Gombe State House of Assembly and Hasiya Suleiman.
The Governor was represented at the event by the Secretary to the Gombe State Government Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi amidst pump and pageantry
Musa Usman stood in as Waliyy for the bride while the Balah Waja Mohammed Danjuma Mohammed served as Wakil for the groom after the sum of fifty thousand naira was paid as dowry in line with Islamic injunction.
The wedding fatihah was conducted by an Islamic cleric in the presence of dignitaries, including the speaker and members of the Gombe State House of Assembly, Commissioner of water resources Yahaya Mijinyawa as well as Special Advisers and Assistants to the Gombe State Governor among others.
While congratulating the newly wedded couple Governor Yahaya through secretary to the State Government Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi advise the Couple to imbibe the spirit of togetherness, patience, tolerance and love if they are to succeed in their marital life.
Joshua Danmalam Information Officer SSG’S office. 3/4/2021
Since coming into office about two years ago, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State had made it categorically clear that the situation in the education sector, particularly at the basic level was unacceptable and that his administration will do everything necessary to fix the rots inherent in the sector which was ravaged by inadequate infrastructure, large number of out of School children, absence of instructional materials and basic facilities as well as a teaching workforce that is poorly trained and ill-motivated.
In appreciating the severity of these challenges, the Gombe State Government under the leadership of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya declared a State of Emergency in Education as a deliberate and conscious policy of channelling Government energy and resources towards repositioning the sector for better, effective and efficient teaching and learning.
This declaration of State of Emergency in Education in Gombe State saw a sudden departure from the prism of a narrow window dressing to a broad and holistic approach towards addressing the numerous challenges confronting the sector, especially at the basic level which is perhaps the most critical stage in human development.
Today, and almost two years into the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, the situation at the Education sector, particularly at the basic level, is gradually and steadily changing for the better and to the benefit of younger generation. Aside from the massive construction, renovation and remodeling of schools and staff quarters, the Gombe State Government has also established a state of the art Teachers Resource Centre, TRC in Kwami, the first of its kind in the North East sub-region for the training and retraining of teachers.
Perhaps to further demonstrate the genuine and the undying passion of the Governor towards repositioning the basic Education for effective service delivery, the Gombe State Government, through the UBEC/SUBEB intervention project Commissioned a brand new mannual and E- library at the Jekadafari Primary School in the State capital. The Gombe Government under the leadership of Governor Inuwa Yahaya also commits to building 110 standard libraries in schools across the State
At the commissioning ceremony recently held in the State, the Gombe State Governor said his administration intends to spend the sum of Three Hundred and thirty three million naira (N333, 000, 000) in the construction of 110 standard libraries in schools across the State.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya who expressed delight at the commissioning ceremony, also flagged off the distribution of motorcycles, instructional materials and sports facilities to public schools.
The Governor, said at the occasion that, his administration inherited huge challenges in the education sector with Gombe ranked 34th out of 36 states in the federation in external examinations.This, the Governor explained, prompted his administration to immediately declare a State of emergency in the sector, particularly at the basic level in order to salvage it from total collapse.
He explained that, “the establishment of primary school library is yet another bold step in the right direction towards addressing the challenges inherent in basic education, the importance of a library as a foundation for pupils/ students’ self motivation cannot be over-emphasized as it will greatly enhance learning in schools across the State”.
“To this end and considering the importance of a library as the fastest growing means for for inducing self motivation in learning, the State Ministry of Education, through the State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, will undertake the construction of 110 standard libraries across the State at the total cost of three hundred and thirty three million Naira (N333,000,000) in the first phase”, the Governor declared.
To underscore the seriousness with which he views the library project, the Governor directed Education Secretaries and head teachers in the State to include library period of at least 80 minutes per week on their school time table to enable students and pupils read on their own under the guidance of a trained librarian.
On the provision of other materials, Governor Yahaya said, “Government has also noted with delight the prompt procurement of 31 additional motorcycles in order to enhance monitoring of Schools by quality assurance officers in all the eleven local government areas. Similarly the provision of instructional materials and sports equipment worth over 85 million naira to schools is highly commendable”.
Elated by the gesture, the Commissioner of Education, Dauda Batari Zambuk said Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya’s interventionist policy and commitment to education sector is beyond imagination, describing his disposition as one that will yield positive fruits and be remembered for many years to come.
The Executive Chairman, State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, Hon. Babaji Babadidi also followed suit, saying as part of measures to improve the education sector in the State, the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has carried out sweeping reforms in the state especially at the basic level.
He said the commissioning of the E-Library is yet another bold step by the Inuwa Yahaya’s administration towards injecting new techniques that will guarantee the desired quality in education following the declaration of a State of emergency in the sector.
As a matter of fact, the political will so far displayed by the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya in repositioning the Education sector is one that will not only improve the quality of teaching and learning in Schools across the State, but also go into the annals of history to buttress the fact that one Chief Executive has come, seen and conquered the myriad of challenges bedeviling the education sector in Gombe State.
Gombe state Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has felicitated with the Christian community on the occasion of this year’s Easter celebration, calling on the faithful to use the period to pray for continued peace and stability of the state as well as the country in general.
In a goodwill message, Governor Yahaya noted that the Easter period provides an opportunity for unity of purpose, reinforcement of bond of brotherhood and dedication in service to God and humanity as exemplified by Jesus Christ.
He said Easter symbolises love, sacrifice, service to God and country as well as triumph of good over evil, urging the people to always reflect on the lessons and significance of the season and demonstrate same in their lives.
“On this occasion of Easter feast, I want to enjoin our Christian brothers and sisters in Gombe State and the world over to continue to promote peace and good neighbourliness ”.
” I want to also urge you to remain steadfast in prayers and continue to sacrifice for the good and advancement of our dear state”.
” I also call on you to continue to pray fervently against the security challenges in the country as well as the Covid -19 pandemic which is still very much with us”.
“We are indeed in a trying moment but I am optimistic that with collective commitment, sacrifice and by turning to God through prayers we shall overcome all the trials and emerge stronger”.
He noted that unlike last year’s, the 2021 Easter is coming at a time the world is recording success over the covid-19 pandemic with the gradual easing of restrictions earlier imposed and the discovery of preventive vaccines, calling on the people of the state not to be hesitant but to present themselves and be vaccinated against the deadly virus.
While wishing the Christian faithful a peaceful and joyous Easter celebrations, Governor Yahaya urged the clergy to use the occasion to preach peace, tolerance and good neighborliness amongst the diverse people.
Ismaila Uba Misilli Director-General ( Press Affairs) Government House Gombe
….. Says Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya is an epitome of humility, hardwork and genuine love for humanity.
Read full text of speech below.
WELCOME ADDRESS BY SECRETARY TO THE GOMBE STATE GOVERNMENT PROFESSOR IBRAHIM ABUBAKAR NJODI AT THE 27TH EDITION OF THE NATIONAL MICRO SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES MSMEs CLINIC HELD ON THE 30TH OF MARCH 2021, AT THE PANTAMI TOWNSHIP STADIUM, GOMBE.
Today is the most happiest day for us, since Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya came into office in May 29th 2019. It is a day we are most honoured and previledge to receive and play host to the number 2 citizen of Nigeria Professor Yemi Osibanjo Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Mr Vice President you may wish to recall that when you came to Gombe sometime in early part of 2019, during the electioneering campaign, the APC that was struggling to come into power promise the people of Gombe to which you graciously concurred that we shall give our people the real dividend of democracy and providing them good health, good education, durable and efficient infrastructure among many others.
Your Excellency these promises have been actualize to the fullest under the present APC leadership of our dear Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya.
I can testify without missing words or fear of any contradiction anywhere that we in Gombe State are lucky to have a true leader whose only desire is the good of the common man. Like you Mr Vice President, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya is an epitome of humility, hardwork and genuine love for humanity, we are lucky to have him as our leader, our Governor and our mentor. He has motivated us in all facets of life so much that we feel we must do just what he want to be able to move and help our people.
Mr Vice President we crave your indulgence to help us appreciate and thank Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya for the wonderful work he is doing for the people of Gombe.
In the two of you Your Excellencies, we have seen what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once advocated and i quote “We need leaders who are not in love with money but who are in love with Justice, leaders not in love with Publicity but leaders in love with humanity”.
Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen i make bold to say that Mr Vice President and his twin brother my Governor are leaders with humanity, may God continue to bless and enrich you as you strive to improve the lives of Nigerians.
At this point it is my singular honour and previledge to welcome the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Professor Yemi Osibanjo SAN, GCON, his distinguished delegation and indeed all invited guests to the 27th edition of the National Micro Small and Medium Enterprises MSMEs clinic Gombe, Gombe State.
…Says Nigeria will remain one united entity, triumph over agitators
…As Vice President Hails Governor Yahaya’s Giant Strides in Areas of Road Construction, Agriculture, Health, Others
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has expressed optimism that Nigeria will remain one indivisible entity no matter the agitation for a breakup just as he assured that the fervent prayers of those wishing Nigeria well will definitely triumph over those wishing for the country’s break up.
Professor Osinbajo who was in Gombe on Tuesday a on one-day official visit to attend the 27th edition of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises ( MSME) Clinic made the statement at the Palace of the Emir of Gombe, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III.
The vice president also said that those praying for the success and growth of the country are far more in number than those praying for the break up of Nigeria, a development he said is giving leaders of the country rays of hope.
According to him, “this country will remain one. Those praying for Nigeria’s break up will not succeed because those praying against such are much in number.”
The Vice President commended Governor Inuwa Yahaya-led APC administration in Gombe state for the transformation brought to the state in the areas of road construction, agriculture and the health.
Speaking earlier, Governor Yahaya said that the vice president’s visit was a special one because so many transformation has taken place since he last time he visited the state during 2019 elections campaign.
Governor Yahaya said that Gombe State is the centre of commercial activities in the North-East which is the reason it has gained a cosmopolitan status and assured that the state will give the Federal Government all the necessary support to deliver on its mandate.
In his remarks, the Emir of Gombe, Alhaji Abubakar Shehu Abubakar commended the vice president for encouraging and uplifting MSMEs not only in Gombe State but also in the country.
The Emir specifically commended the Federal Government for the establishment of one of the largest livestock reserves in the country in the Wawa-Zange grazing reserve, saying that it will go a long way in solving the incessant herders/farmers clashes that claimed several innocent lives in the state.
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