In separate exclusive interviews with journalists in Dutse, the parents shared their thoughts about the upcoming school term, highlighting the financial strain involved.

Hauwa Bello, a mother of three, said, “It is becoming very difficult to provide all the necessary tools and supplies due to increasing prices. Sending children back to school means new uniforms, books, and fees, which weigh heavily on our budgets.”

Another parent, Musa Aliyu, whose daughters are in a private secondary school, noted, “The burden is real. Many families like mine struggle daily with basic needs, and school expenses add to the pressure.

Fatima Yusuf, a widow with three children, added, “We appreciate the government’s efforts, but the cost of living affects everything, including school needs.

Also speaking with journalists, Saudatu Danlami Yusuf, a teacher at Government Girls’ Secondary School in Dutse, expressed her excitement about the upcoming resumption.

“We are almost ready to welcome our students back. We’ve been preparing our lesson notes and ensuring that all necessary materials are in place,” she said.

On the other hand, Saminu Shehu, a teacher at Dundubus Primary School, highlighted some challenges. “While we’re looking forward to the resumption, we’re also concerned about the condition of some of our classrooms. We’re hoping the ministry will address these issues soon,” he noted.

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He assured the public that the ministry remains committed to ensuring that schools reopen smoothly and that learning will continue uninterrupted throughout the term.

The Jigawa State Ministry of Education said it is working to ensure a smooth start to the new academic session, as stakeholders in the state hope that the new session will bring quality education despite economic hurdles, urging the government to continue to support the education system.

Source: Punch

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Mamuda Sakwaya, a PDP stalwart and ward leader, expressed delight at the influx of new members, noting it marked a milestone for the party in Sakwaya and Jigawa. He emphasized the PDP’s growing influence at the grassroots level, crucial for electoral success.

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Mrs. Harira Sakwaya, the leader of the defectors and wife of the APC ward chairman, voiced regret over her previous political alignment, criticizing the APC for its failure to meet members’ expectations. She highlighted that the defectors included 273 women and 16 men, all seeking a better future within the PDP.

Source: Punch

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The incident was confirmed in a statement from the state Police Public Relations Officer,  Lawan Shiisu..

According to Shiisu, the woman, a resident of Garin Mallam village, doused herself in petrol and ignited it. Shiisu said they received the distressing news about this incident from Guri on Thursday at approximately 7:40 a.m. The woman, who had poured petrol on herself, set herself on fire and was burned beyond recognition. The suicide occurred on the outskirts of the village.

A team from the Guri Divisional Police Headquarters promptly responded to the scene, confirmed the incident, and transported the remains to a hospital before releasing the body to the family for burial.

Shiisu noted that initial investigations suggest the woman had been sufferig from depression following her divorce several months ago.

 The state Commissioner of Police, Ahmadu Abdullahi, urged individuals to seek divine guidance in times of distress and to consult with elders for advice on handling complex issues to prevent such tragedies.

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The command’s Public Relations Officer ,PPRO,  Badaruddeen Tijjani, made this known in a statement issued  in Dutse.

Tijjani said the deceased, identified as Abubakar Alhaji, 20 years old and Abubakar Abdullahi, 25 years old, drowned while crossing the pond on their way to a market in Waza village.

The NSCDC Divisional Officer, Birninkudu,  Muhammad Garba who confirmed the incident  added that the remains have been taken to Waza health facility.

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This was made known in a release by the State House, Abuja, and shared by Vice President Kashim Shettima on his official X handle.  Shettima said the grant was part of Nigeria’s strategy for digital transformation and leadership in Africa.

According to the statement, the Vice President spoke at the launch of the AI Expertise Blockchain and Technology Training and Outsourcing Initiative in Dutse.  Shettima said that Nigeria was not just catching up with the rest of the world, but is poised to overtake them in terms of economy and technology.

He had earlier launched the 4th edition of the Expanded National Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises ,MSMEs, Clinic, announcing that Tinubu had ordered that a grant of N150,000 be given to each of the business owners in the state, as the Federal Government’s support to MSMEs across the country.

He noted that the N150,000 grant is an outright grant that does not require beneficiaries to repay

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