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The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, CON
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Halting Shoprite from leaving Kano
It has come to my attention that Shoprite, an integral part of our business landscape, is contemplating the closure of its only branch in Kano State.
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Scenes from the conferment of Honorary Doctorate Degree on me by the Bayero University, Kano (BUK).
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Immigration Training School in Bichi
By God's grace, I will be facilitating the establishment of a state-of-the-art Training School of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) in Bichi, Kano North, which will significantly bolster our nation's security.
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Thank you, my colleagues, for supporting the establishment of North West Dev Commission
Today, my bill on the establishment of the North West Development Commission (NWDC) scaled through a second reading....
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North West Development Commission
Today, during the plenary session, the Senate passed the North West Development Commission (NWDC) bill towards addressing the challenges facing our region.
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I am extending my warm wishes to elder statesman Alhaji Tanko Yakasai on his 98th birthday. His unwavering commitment to justice and good governance is commendable. May Allah bless him with health and happiness for the benefit of our nation.
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University education at your doorstep:
Gwarzo, Danbatta, Dawakin Tofa, Gabasawa to get FUDMA study centre
In line with my vision to take university education to the doorsteps of my constituents,
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Today, during plenary of the Senate, I joined my colleague, Senator Kawu Sumaila on the need to expedite the completion of Wudil-Gaya-Dutse dual carriage road on Kano/Maiduguri Road.
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Ramadan Kareem
I welcome the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan, following the declaration of Monday, March 11, 2024, as the first day of the month by the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III.
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🎥 My contribution to the motion sponsored by my colleague Senator Kawu Sumaila on the need to expedite the completion of the Wudil-Gaya-Dutse dual carriage road on Kano/Maiduguri Road.
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Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji'un.
It is with profound sorrow that I received the news of the passing of Hon. Halilu Ibrahim Kundila, a dedicated member of the Kano State House of Assembly.
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Senator Barau's intervention during the plenary session today.
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Today, I attended the Friday special prayer session at the National Mosque, where we gathered to pray for His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his 72nd birthday.
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Breaking of Ramadan Fast with Mr President
Yesterday, together with the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio and our distinguished colleagues, we had the honor and privilege to be hosted by the President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces
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Commissioning of BUK's mega projects
Earlier today, I commissioned the newly constructed School of Post Graduate Studies and Development Office buildings of the Bayero University, Kano (BUK).
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Senator Barau emerges as acting Speaker of ECOWAS Parliament
Deputy President of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has emerged as the acting Speaker of the 6th Legislature of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States
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Celebrating Ex-President Buhari at 81
On this significant day, I take a moment to extend my warmest birthday wishes to former President Muhammadu Buhari
@MBuhari
, a leader of distinction as he turns 81 today.
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Earlier today, the Senate resumed plenary session after the Easter and Eid-el-Fitr Recess. This recess provided us with the opportunity to reflect, recharge, and prepare for the critical legislative work ahead.
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Royal Wedding of Sanusi Aminu Bayero (Khalifa) and Rumanah Nasir Bayero (Ummi)
Earlier today, I attended the wedding Fatiha of the children of Emirs of Kano and Bichi, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, and Alhaji Nasiru Ado Bayero.
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I am excited to announce that preparations are underway for postgraduate foreign scholarships through the Barau I Jibrin Foundation. As Deputy President of the Senate, I'm committed to supporting indigent first-class graduates in pursuing studies in AI, IT, and Engineering.
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Scenes from my meeting with the leadership of Singa Market, Kano, yesterday.
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Scenes from today's stakeholders' meeting of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano.
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Sallah in Kano Day Two
Today, I visited my distinguished colleague, Senator Rufai Hanga of Kano Central Senatorial District, at his office in Kano.
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I had a remarkable outing during my trip to Kano today with the overwhelming love and support by all as always.
The first port of call was the venue of the wedding fatiha of the daughter of the Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Engr. Abdullahi T. Gwarzo.
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Innalillahi wa Inna ilaihi rajiun!
It is with a heavy heart that I express my deepest condolences on the passing of a distinguished parliamentarian, former Speaker Alhaji Ghali Umar Na'Abba.
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Today, I decorated my aide-de-camp (ADC), Abdulrahman Baba Garba, who was recently promoted from Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) to Superintendent of Police (SP) of the Nigeria Police Force.
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Muna da burin haɗa kan ƙungiyar Ecowas – Barau Jibrin
Ƙarin bayani -
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Earlier today, I presided over the plenary session of the Sixth Legislature of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) as acting speaker.
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Condolence visit to Maiduguri over the demise of VP's stepmother
Today, I led the delegation of the Senate to Maiduguri, the Borno State capital to condole the Vice President, His Excellency, Senator Kashim Shettima, over the demise of his stepmother.
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Launching of Kano North Transport Service (KNTS)
The Kano North Transport Service (KNTS) was launched today with 107 vehicles to boost commercial activities in Kano North Senatorial District and Kano State.
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"This Honurary Doctorate Degree will spur me to do more in the development of the educational and other sectors of our country, as it is always said that to whom much is given, much is expected".
~Deputy President of the Senate,
Senator (Dr). Barau I. Jibrin, CON
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Today, I hosted former chairmen of the 13 local government areas of Kano North Senatorial District in my office at the National Assembly, Abuja. They were led by Hon Inuwa Zangina Dangada.
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In Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire for the 18th Conference of the Parliamentary Union of OIC Member States.
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Yesterday, at the maiden edition of the Nigeria Police Awards and Commendations ceremony held at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja.
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Sallah Homage to Mr President
Today, we paid a Sallah homage to the President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, at his Lagos residence.
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Condolence visit!
Earlier today, I led some of my colleagues to the residence of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, in Abuja, to condole him over the passing of his brother, Salihu Ahmadu Ribadu.
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Promoting education for national development
Today, I received the newly inaugurated executives of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) led by the President, Comrade Lucky Emonefe.
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Yesterday, I received members of the Hausa Actors Guild of Nigeria (Kannywood) in my office at the National Assembly in Abuja.
During their courtesy call, the association's leadership announced my appointment as their grand patron in recognition of my support towards
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Happy New Year!
In this year and beyond, our beloved nation will flourish in peace, unity, progress, and prosperity.
Let's support His Excellency, President
@officialABAT
to rebuild our economy, tackle insecurity and address other challenges facing our country.
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Today, I attended the funeral prayers of the mother of Engineer Abubakar at the National Mosque, Abuja.
May the Almighty Allah grant Hajiya Aljannat Firdaus and give Engineer Abubakar and all those she left behind the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
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Marvelous reception for First Lady in Kano
Earlier today, the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, was in Kano State to Commission the Faculty of Law building of the Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAUN), named after her.
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During our plenary today, two bills were considered for the second reading, including a Bill for an Act to prescribe the salaries, allowances and fringe benefits of judicial office holders in Nigeria and other related matters.
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Resuscitating Local Govt System
Today, during our plenary, six bills were passed for first reading while three others scaled second reading in our efforts to provide the necessary legislation to address the challenges facing our country.
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Happy Birthday Your Royal Highness
I rejoice with His Royal Highness, the Emir of Bichi, Alhaji (Dr) Nasiru Ado Bayero, OFR, on the occasion of his 60th birthday today.
You are a consummate leader and bridge builder. Your commitment to the development of Kano State,
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Today, I join our distinguished colleague, Senator representing Rivers South East and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Works, Barinada Mpigi, PhD., at his Thanksgiving program held at St Cyprian's Anglican Church, Koroma Parish, Diocese of Ogoni, Rivers State.
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Earlier today, I served as the Waliy to Huraira Abbas during her marriage to Bashir Yahaya. The wedding Fatiha took place at Al-Manar Mosque Life Camp, Abuja.
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Visit to Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, Alhaji Kabiru SKY
Also today, I visited Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, CON, at his residence in Mundubawa, Kano, to express my deepest sympathy over the recent fire outbreak that occurred in the house.
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Today, I represented the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, CON, at the wedding Fatiha of the daughters of Senator Babangida Hussaini, Walin Kazaure, held at the Emir of Kazaure's Palace. Wishing the new couples marital bliss.
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Yesterday, I was at Ogun State to attend the 1st YAYI Town Hall Meeting and Empowerment Programme of Distinguished Senator (Aremo) Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi).
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ECOWAS Parliament visits Emir of Kano
Today, I led the members of the Sixth Legislature of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to visit our revered Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, at his Palace.
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BUK to confer honourary doctorate degrees on Deputy Senate President, AfDB President on Saturday
The Bayero University Kano (BUK) has concluded arrangements to confer honourary doctorate degrees on the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin
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It is with a heavy heart that I extend my deepest condolences to the government and people of Yobe State on the passing of Senator Bukar Abba Ibrahim, the first elected governor of Yobe State.
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Today, during Senate plenary, six bills including the one I sponsored on the Renewable Energy scaled through first reading as part of our efforts to provide necessary legislation to address the challenges facing our country.
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Earlier today during the plenary, while contributing to the motion moved by Sen. Abdullaziz Musa Yar'Adua on the despicable killing of 14 military personnel in Okuamo, Delta State, I condemned the act and described it as inhuman and unacceptable.
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Juma'at Mubarak
Today, I performed the Juma’at prayers at the Maitama Juma'at Mosque, Abuja, alongside other worshipers.
May Allah SWT accept our prayers and direct our affairs in line with the teachings of our religion, Islam.
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Today, I represented the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, at the burial ceremony of the 17 personnel of the Nigerian Army killed in action at Okuama community in Delta State.
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Investiture of the first female president of the Nigerian Society of Engineers
Earlier today, I represented the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, at the investiture of the 34th President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE).
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Scenes from the 61st birthday celebration of His Excellency, the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, CON at the International Stadium Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, yesterday.
@SPNigeria
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Five major activities of the Senate today
Today, five major issues were debated and considered during the plenary session.
During the sitting, five bills; Federal Airports Authority (FAA) Act (Amendment), Social Assistance Bill, 2024 (SB.369),
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Our diversity, our strength
Today, I hosted the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, in my office at the National Assembly, Abuja. Our interaction reinforced the belief that the beauty and strength of Nigeria lie in our diversity.
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Happy Workers' Day
As we mark Workers' Day, May Day, or Labour Day, a day set aside to recognise and honour the achievements and contributions of the working class, I congratulate every hardworking Nigerian worker on this occasion.
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State of the Economy
Today, during the consideration of the report of the Senate of Joint Committees on Banking, Insurance & other Financial Institutions (BIOFI), Finance, National Planning, Agriculture and Appropriation on the interaction with the Federal Government's......
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I extend my warmest congratulations to Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State on the occasion of his 53rd birthday anniversary today.
Born on December 31, 1970, in Zaria, Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District between 2019 and 2023,
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It is with deep sorrow but total submission to the will of Almighty Allah that I formally informed the Senate of the passing of Alhaji Ghali Umar Na'Abba, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, hence we observed a minute silence in his honour.
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Herbert Wigwe was a philanthropist to the core
Today during our plenary session we mourned the death of the late Group Managing Director and CEO of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe, who died in a helicopter crash in the United States, on February 9, this year.
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My speech at the closing ceremony of the Inaugural Session of the Sixth Legislature of the ECOWAS Parliament, Abuja, today.
1. As I take the floor at this closing ceremony of the Inaugural Session of the 6th Legislature of the ECOWAS Parliament,
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Earlier today, I represented the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, at the Joint Committee public hearing on the Students Loans Bill.
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Today at the plenary, I contributed to the debate on the motion on the over 20 million out-of-school children in Nigeria, as moved by Senator Adebule O. Idiat.
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Today, I paid condolence visits to the families of late Second Republic lawmaker and ace journalist, Alhaji Sidi Ali, former chairman of Kano Municipal, Alhaji Sabo Dantata and three other families in across four local government areas of our state, Kano.
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Inaugural session of the Sixth Legislature of ECOWAS Parliament
Today, in the presence of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I was sworn in together with other
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Resuscitating Ajaokuta Steel Mill
Today, during our plenary session, we discussed, among other national issues, the Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited (ASCL), following a motion sponsored by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
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Unity In Diversity
Last night, I hosted traditional rulers of Northerners residing in the six states of South-West geopolitical zone, comprising Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo and Ekiti at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja.
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Today, I attended the Wedding Fatiha of the children of two of my esteemed aides, Alhaji Ado Isyaku Daddauɗa and Alhaji Auwal Hamza Jalo (Master). It was a joyous occasion filled with love and celebration.
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Juma'at Mubarak
Today, I performed the Juma’at prayers
at Umar Bin Khaddab Mosque, Kano, together with other ECOWAS Parliamentarians and worshipers.
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I was at Gwarzo and Shanono in Kano, yesterday to condole Hon Yusuf Tabuka and Hon Isa Ali Ibrahim, respectively over the demise of their mothers.
The deceased dedicated their lives to the service of Allah and humanity. May Allah SWT grant them Jannatul Firdausi.
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🌙 Eid Mubarak
As we conclude this year's Ramadan Fast, I rejoice with all Ummah on the successful completion of the Holy month.
This period is not just about feasting; it's a time for deep reflection, prayer, and gratitude to Allah SWT for His blessings and mercy.
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Today, I had the honor and privilege of hosting the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abass (
@Speaker_Abbas
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@OfficialBenKalu
) in my office at the Senate.
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🎥: Today during our plenary session we mourned the death of the late Group Managing Director and CEO of Access Holdings, Herbert Wigwe, who died in a helicopter crash in the United States, on February 9, this year.
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Today, during the plenary, I stressed the importance of the amendment sought by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the Access to Higher Education Act 2023.
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Earlier Today, I joined the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR and other Muslim Ummah at the special Juma’at prayers in commemoration of the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the National Mosque, Abuja.
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Today, I attended the inauguration of the House of Representatives Committee on the review of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, at the Congress Hall, Transcorp Hilton, Abuja.
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Two more weddings in Kano
Also today, I stood as waliy for Fatima Yusuf Ahmed Badau, the daughter of the Member of House of Representatives, representing Bagwai and Shanono Federal Constituency.
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Inaugural meeting of the Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution
Today, I presided over the inaugural meeting of the Constitution Review Committee at the Senate.
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A Brand New Bus for NANS
For easy mobility, earlier today, I donated a brand new Toyota Hiace bus to the national secretariat of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS).
Youths are the foundation of every nation.
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As the Second Extraordinary Session of ECOWAS begins in Kano
Earlier today, I chaired the opening of the 2024 second extraordinary session of the 6th legislature of the ECOWAS Parliament in Kano, Nigeria.
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Today, I had the honour and privilege to represent the President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, at the 8th Convocation Ceremony of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
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It is with a heavy heart that I extend my deepest condolences to Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima on the passing of his stepmother, Hajja Hauwa Abba Kormi.
Our thoughts are with Vice President Shettima and all those she left behind.
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This morning, during the joint session of the National Assembly, we extended a warm welcome to His Excellency, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to present the 2024 budget proposal.
@officialABAT
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Today, I received the forum of ex-education secretaries from Kano State at the Senate. Their recognition as a beacon of hope is deeply humbling.
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Strengthening Nigerian-German relations
Today, I joined the President of the Senate, His Excellency, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, CON to host the German Ambassador, Annett Günther at the Senate.
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