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FARMER GOVERNOR UMARU BAGO EXPRESSES DELIGHT WITH THE QUALITY OF WORK AT THE ONGOING 5STAR HOTEL.

Niger State Governor, farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago has expressed delight with the quality and level of work attained at the ongoing 5Star Hotel in Minna.

The farmer Governor who was at the project site for inspection, commended the contractor for an impressive work.

He explained that the project was initiated by the Dr. Mu'azu Babangida Aliyu led administration, pointing out that his administration decided to complete the project based on the socio-economic value it would add to the State capital.

The farmer Governor further revealed that the initial project design has been modified by his administration for a better outcome.

He said the structure with about 200 rooms, is having 6 floors with a penthouse, instead of the initial 9, 4 elevators instead of the previous 8.

The farmer Governor said the plan is to link the 5Star Hotel with U.K. Bello Arts Theatre to serve as conference centre for the hotel.

He said the Vocational School around the vicinity will be relocated to the Technical College, Tungan Goro, adding that the entire hotel environment will be used to construct a recreational centre and amusement park as well as other tourists sites.

The farmer Governor also inspected the Youth Centre Minna, renovated by a new generational Bank where he directed the Secretary to the State Government, Alh. Usman Abubakar to take over the project for a comprehensive rehabilitation.

He then used the opportunity to visit the ICT centre, housing the Ministry of Communications Technology and Digital Economy, for sightseeing.

Bologi Ibrahim
Chief Press Secretary
to the Governor of Niger State
21/12/2024.

15/12/2024

NIGER STATE GOVERNMENT TO DEVELOP 5,000 HECTARES OF LAND FROM TAGWAI DAM TO SHAKWATU COMMUNITIES TO BOOST SOCIO-ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES.

Niger State Government is to develop 5,000 hectares of Land spanning from Tagwai in Bosso local government, to Shakwatu in Shiroro local government area, all under Minna Emirate, for socio-economic activities.

Farmer Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, revealed this when he interacted with relevant stakeholders from the Emirate at Tagwai Dam.

He explained that in developing the 5,000 hectares, a free trade zone will be established, adding that Dangote and BUA Companies will be given 200 hectares of land each to establish factories in the free trade zone to Fast-track development and provide employment opportunities to the people.

Farmer Governor Umaru Bago said the State Government is making deliberate effort to take advantage of the Dam in Tagwai to bring massive development to Tagwai, Shakwatu and their adjourning communities.

He further disclosed that the State Government will construct Farm Estates, Green Houses, and establish drip irrigation farming system, adding that social basic amenities such as roads, schools, Hospitals among others would also be provided for the people.

Farmer Governor Umaru Bago said the communities will also benefit from the $2.5 billion Livestock investment

He then appealed to the community members to cooperate and support the State Government by allowing contractors to carry out projects without any hindrance, pointing out that compensation will be paid to deserving members of the affected communities.

While calling on them to always channel their concerns to the government through the Minna Emirate, the farmer Governor reassured them that his administration will continue to accord priority to the welfare of its citizens.

The Emir of Minna, Alh. Umar Faruk Bahago, commended the Farmer Governor for his foresight to change the fortunes of the people of Tagwai,Shakwatu and many other rural communities.
He assured him of the Emirate's continued support to his and
policies aimed at changing the narrative of the State and enjoined the people to always be law-abiding citizens.

The Commissioner for Agriculture Muhammad Musa Bosso, who described the farmer Governor as a good leader, described his visit to Tagwai Dam as reassuring.

Bologi Ibrahim
Chief Press Secretary
to the Governor of Niger State
14/12/2024.

15/12/2024

The ongoing construction of a Level 2 Primary Health Care facility on Old Airport Road in Minna.

This is one of 100 Level 2 Primary Health Care facilities planned for construction, with 20 currently being constructed under the administration of Governor Umaru Bago.

10/03/2024

Governor Umaru Bago remodeled Minna Airport and renamed it Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport.

Governor Umaru Bago of Niger State has successfully remodeled the long-dormant Minna Airport, which had been undergoing remodeling for over a decade by the federal government. The airport, closed due to the cut-off runway, has now been overhauled and transformed into the impressive Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna.

Upon assuming office, Governor Umaru Bago wasted no time seeking approval to take charge of the airport's project, which had languished for over 11 years. With swift approval, he immediately awarded the remodeling contract, leading to the completion of the runway and the construction of a new terminal within a remarkable 90 days.

Previously without a passenger terminal, the airport now boasts a fully furnished Domestic Terminal, aptly named after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, scheduled for commissioning on March 11th, 2024.

Furthermore, construction of the long-abandoned Hajj Terminal has commenced and is expected to be operational within three months, reviving Hajj operations after a two-year break.

These monumental projects, executed in collaboration with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), underscore the commitment to national aviation standards. The construction of Cargo and International Terminals will be completed within 12 months, further strengthening the Airport's status as a transportation hub.

Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including an Instrumental Landing System (ILS) and Distance Measuring Equipment, Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna, will now be the alternative to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.

This Airport is so important to Governor Umaru Bago’s agricultural revolution program in Niger State. With a functional Airport and a world-class agro-processing zone with an initial capacity of about 2,000 hectares of land where vegetables, fruits, dairy, and other livestock activities will take place, it will be easy to fly agricultural goods anywhere in the world.

Governor Umaru Bago's ambitious vision for Minna Airport is a great step towards improving the air transport sector and harnessing the economic potential of the state for national development.

05/03/2024

DGs Forum Congratulations Farmer Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago on Winning the Governor of the Year Award

The Niger State Directors General Forum extends its heartfelt congratulations to you on being awarded the Governor of the Year by Leadership Newspaper. This recognition is a testament to your exceptional leadership and the remarkable progress witnessed under your stewardship in less than a year.

Your visionary and innovative approach to governance has brought about tangible development across various sectors, particularly in agriculture and infrastructure. Your commitment to serving the people of Niger State with dedication and compassion has reignited hope among Nigerlites and inspired confidence in the future of our state.

This prestigious award is a well-deserved acknowledgment of your relentless pursuit of excellence and your unwavering dedication to the advancement of our dear state. Your leadership has not only brought tangible results but has also instilled a sense of pride and optimism among the citizens of Niger State.

As members of the Directors General Forum, we are proud to be associated with your transformative leadership. Your remarkable achievements serve as a source of inspiration for all of us, and we are confident that under your able leadership, Niger State is destined for even greater heights.

Once again, congratulations on this well-deserved honor. We look forward to witnessing many more milestones and successes under your visionary leadership.

Signed

Niger State Directors General Forum

31/01/2024

Niger state has taken a new dimension with the combination of this two good brains Bago and Yakubu Garba.
We are winning
and better Niger state

02/01/2024

NIGER DEPUTY GOVERNOR CELEBRATES NEW YEAR WITH KINSMEN IN MUNYA AND SHIRORO.

The Deputy Governor of Niger State, Comrade Yakubu Garba has marked the 2024 New Year Anniversary with his kinsmen in Munya and Shiroro local Governments Areas of the State.

The Deputy Governor visited Fuka, a Community in Munya local Government and celebrated the Annual Fikni festival with the People. He thereafter proceeded to Kpmakpma in Shiroro local for the annual Kpmakpma cultural festival.

At the events, Comrade Yakubu Garba harped on the need for the people to preserve their cultural Heritage and entrench trust that will promote unity, peace, and security.

He highlighted the uncommon commitment of the Governor, Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago in ensuring that relative peace and security is restored in Shiroro, Munya, Rafi, Paikoro, and indeed the entire State.

In their separate remarks during the Festivals the traditional heads of Fuka and Kpmakpma commended the efforts of the Government in taming terrorism in the axis. They recalled with nostalgia, the past experiences of unwanton killings and abduction, which had became the visible trademark of many Communities in the two Local Governments.

The Communities gave assurances of their maximum support and Cooperation to the present Administration and encouraged the Government to be relentless in the drive to end insecurity, as current effort is yielding the desired result.

Ummikhaltume Abdullahi Kuta
press Secretary to the Deputy Governor of Niger State.
1st /1/2024.
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01/01/2024

FARMER GOVERNOR UMARU BAGO VISITS PRESIDENT TINUBU IN LAGOS

Niger State Governor Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago has met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Lagos to commiserate with him over the loss of the Governor of Ondo State late Rotimi Akeredolu.

Farmer Governor Umaru Bago who prayed for the deceased also wished the President a prosperous new year.

Responding to questions from Journalists on his Agricultural plans for the State and other issues, especially the Plateau killings, the farmer Governor said acknowledged that food security is a priority in the administration of President Tinubu and that Niger State Government is very much ready for 2024 to hit the ground running in that regard as it has made huge budgetary provision for the sector in 2024.

He revealed that over a million hectares of land have been secured and preparations have started on the lands assuring that before the next rainy season, over 250,000 hectares would have been prepared.

The Farmer Governor also disclosed the irrigation investment put in place for dry season farming and that the State is ready to serve as a leading state in rice paddy as plans are on the ground to improve rice and cotton production.

He announced that Maize will also be planted in high quantity because of its high demand especially from poultry farmers while also stating that Niger State is in the lead in the production of sesame.

Farmer Governor Umaru Bago described as unfortunate the recent killings in Plateau State, saying Niger State and other States in North Central have also been victims of such carnage and have remained hopeful that such an ugly situation will be addressed.

He revealed that the North Central Governors forum will pay a condolence visit and commiserate with the people of Plateau State.

The Farmer Governor advocated open dialogue to discuss issues so that people's voices would be heard and their plight looked into.

Bologi Ibrahim
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Niger State.
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