Government Bans Fuel Sales In Jerrycans, Motorcycles In Katsina

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has announced fresh security measures aimed at curbing banditry and kidnapping across the state, including a ban on the sale and transportation of petroleum products in jerrycans and the closure of Point of Sale businesses and commercial phone-charging points in Matazu and Musawa Local Government Areas.

The measures were contained in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Mohammed, and made available to journalists on Tuesday.
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The statement noted that the directives were contained in an Executive Order issued after an emergency security meeting attended by security agencies, traditional rulers and other critical stakeholders.

According to the statement, the new measures are designed to cut off logistics and communication channels allegedly being exploited by criminal elements.

“As part of the Executive Order, the sale, purchase, transportation and storage of petroleum products in jerrycans have been banned across Katsina State with immediate effect. The measure is designed to prevent the diversion of fuel supplies to criminal elements operating in remote locations.

The Governor also approved the immediate closure of all Point of Sale (POS) businesses and commercial phone-charging points in Matazu and Musawa Local Government Areas. Security assessments have shown that these facilities are being exploited by criminal networks to facilitate their activities.

“In addition, the use of motorcycles has been banned throughout Matazu and Musawa Local Government Areas. The restriction is intended to disrupt the movement and operational activities of bandits and kidnappers who often rely on motorcycles for transportation.

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Governor Radda stated that the safety of citizens remains the highest priority of his administration and assured residents that the government will continue to work closely with security agencies to restore peace and stability in all parts of the state.

“He called on residents to support security efforts by complying fully with the directives and providing useful information to security agencies whenever necessary. More importantly, the state government will not treat any defaulters of these new directives with kid gloves.

The Katsina State Government remains committed to taking all lawful and necessary measures to ensure that communities across the state remain safe, secure and conducive to economic and social activities,” the statement added.
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Akwa Ibom Lawmaker Empowers 61 Constituents With N15.25m Grants

Akwa Ibom lawmaker empowers 61 constituents with N15.25m grants. The member representing Essien Udim State Constituency in the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Ukpong Akpabio II, has empowered 61 constituents with grants totalling over N15.25 million.

The beneficiaries were empowered under the first phase of the Prince Ukpong Akpabio II Business and Agric Grant Scheme.
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Speaking while flagging off the empowerment programme in Ukana Ikot Ntuen, Essien Udim Local Government Area, on Monday, the lawmaker said each beneficiary would receive N250,000 to support and expand his or her business or agricultural venture.

The event, which coincided with Akpabio’s third anniversary as a member of the State House of Assembly, attracted an array of stakeholders, including current and former political office holders, community leaders, youth representatives and party stalwarts.

“In furtherance of the ARISE Agenda of our Governor, Umo Eno, today, 61 beneficiaries of this empowerment programme will receive the sum of N250,000 each under the Prince Ukpong Akpabio II Business and Agric Grant Scheme to support and expand their business ventures,” Akpabio said.

He explained that the initiative was designed to fulfil his campaign promise to empower young people and enhance economic opportunities for his constituents.

According to him, the grant complements the educational, youth empowerment and human capacity development programmes being championed by Governor Umo Eno under the ARISE Agenda, as well as the empowerment initiatives of President Bola Tinubu and the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio.

The lawmaker disclosed that a monitoring committee had been constituted to oversee the utilisation of the grants and ensure that beneficiaries invest the funds in productive ventures capable of strengthening and expanding their businesses.

Akpabio said the empowerment programme would continue in phases to promote entrepreneurship, agricultural development and economic self-reliance among his constituents.

He also highlighted his legislative achievements over the past three years, revealing that he had sponsored 10 bills and moved more than 20 motions, alongside carrying out oversight functions and maintaining close engagement with constituents.

Providing details of the selection process, the Chairman of the Business and Agric Grant Committee, Engr. Enobong Patrick explained that five beneficiaries were selected from each of the 11 wards in Essien Udim Local Government Area, while an additional six beneficiaries were chosen under the Special Consideration Category, largely comprising persons with disabilities.

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In his remarks, the State Publicity Secretary of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, Comrade Paul Ibara, who led other youth leaders to the event, commended Prince Akpabio for what he described as people-oriented representation.

Ibara praised the lawmaker’s legislative contributions, empowerment initiatives and constituency projects, including the construction of three Compassionate Homes, noting that the interventions had positively impacted many residents.

The ceremony was attended by several prominent sons and daughters of Essien Udim, including the APC State Secretary, Envoy Nsentip Akpabio; former members of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Sunday Akpan and Hon. Suyiekekere Inokon, former member of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Nse Ntuen, former Chairman of Essien Udim Local Government Area, Barr. Martin Umanah, and the Secretary of Essien Udim Local Government Council, Dr Margaret Udofia, among others.
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IGP Olatunji Disu Approves Promotion Of 374 Kwara Police Officers

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the promotion of 374 officers serving in the Kwara State Police Command in a bid to reward diligence, professionalism and dedicated service within the Nigeria Police Force.

The promotion, which forms part of an ongoing nationwide elevation of deserving personnel across the force, affected officers across various ranks in the command.
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According to a statement issued on Friday by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Kwara State Command, Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, 365 police constables were elevated to the rank of corporal, while two corporals were promoted to the rank of sergeant.

The statement added that “five sergeants were promoted to the rank of inspector, while two superintendents of police were advanced to the rank of chief superintendent of police.”

The Commissioner of Police in the state, Adekimi Ojo, congratulated the newly promoted officers, describing the elevation as a recognition of their commitment, sacrifice and invaluable contributions to maintaining law and order in the state.

Adekimi stated: “This promotion is a recognition of the commitment, sacrifice and invaluable contributions of the beneficiaries to the maintenance of law and order in Kwara State and the country at large.”

The police commissioner noted that promotion should not only be seen as a reward for outstanding performance but also as a call to greater responsibility and service.

“Promotion is both a reward for good performance and a call to greater responsibility. Officers who have benefited from this exercise must remain disciplined, professional and committed to the core values of the Nigeria Police Force,” he stated.

He urged the promoted officers to rededicate themselves to the protection of lives and property, as well as the maintenance of peace and public safety across the state.

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Adekimi also commended the Inspector-General of Police for prioritising personnel welfare, career progression and institutional development within the force.

“The Inspector-General of Police has demonstrated unwavering commitment to personnel welfare, career advancement and the overall development of the Nigeria Police Force.

“This promotion exercise has significantly boosted the morale of officers and men of the command,” he added.

The latest promotion exercise reflects the police leadership’s resolve to encourage excellence, dedication and professionalism among officers while strengthening service delivery across commands nationwide.
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