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Flood: Health Minister, Pate Provides Medical Outreach To Displaced People
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Dr. Muhammad Ali-Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare has provided medical outreach to flood victims in Bauchi state.
Speaking while inspecting the outreach in Misau and Katagum Local Government Areas of the state on Sunday, Pate said that the outreach was available to as many victims as possible.
According to him, the outreach was a collaboration of his privately funded Non-governmental organisation, Chigari foundation and the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA).
While visiting the temporary Internally Displaced Peoples (IDP)’s camp in Azare, the headquarters of Katagum LGA, the Minister lauded the diligence and professionalism exhibited by the medical practitioners attending to the people.
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“The people are getting treatment for basic diseases like malaria, Pneumonia, hypertension, and others because in these difficult times, we have to do everything we can to provide relief to the people of our country.
“We have seen the tremendous work that is being carried out by health professionals collectively, medical doctors, pharmacists, nurses and lab scientists all trying to support our communities in this difficult time.
“Whoever comes for this outreach would be checked, examined, diagnosed and treated for free.
“Today, they have seen more than 1,200 people who have been tested and many of them are having malaria, Pneumonia, skin conditions and have been treated.
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“It’s about access in an emergency situation and here we have internal displaced populations and we have to do everything we can to support our communities in this difficult time,” he said.
The Minister added that through Chigari foundation, all the nine local government areas affected by flood in the state would receive contributions.
He said that the foundation was also targeting to provide direct support to 250 people in each of the LGAs who were directly affected by flood.
READ ALSO: Man Declared Wanted For ‘Stealing Far’ Belonging To EFCC
Pate called on all well meaning Nigerians to join hands to help communities go through this difficult period across the country.
In his address, Dr. Yusuf Bappa, Chairman, Nigerian Medical Association, Bauchi state, explained that the outreach was about assisting people who were ravaged by the flood disaster that happened in this zone.
He said that over 1,000 children, women and men with various degrees of ailment have been treated at the temporary IDP camp, adding that those that could not be treated were referred to Federal Medical Centre, Azare for treatment.
Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, a 70 year-old Awawu Umaru, who appreciated the state government for providing them the temporary IDP camp, also expressed gratitude to the minister and NMA for giving them the free medical treatment.
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A former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Mohammed Uwais, has died at the age of 88.
The former CJN died in the early hours of Friday, according to the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Ondo State, Dr Kayode Ajulo.
Uwais served as Chief Justice of Nigeria from 1995 until his retirement in 2006.
Following his retirement, he chaired the Presidential Electoral Reform Committee inaugurated by late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua.
READ ALSO: Police Arrest 28 Suspected Cultists In Edo
The committee included prominent figures such as Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah and human rights lawyer, Dr Olisa Agbakoba, SAN.
Funeral arrangements are yet to be announced. Tributes from legal, political, and civic leaders are expected to pour in over the coming days.
More to come…
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Eid al-Adha: We’ll Work Tirelessly To Ensure A Safer Edo – Okpebholo
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Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has expressed his administration’s commitment to the safety and security of lives and property across the state.
Speaking during a visit by Muslim faithful to the New Festival Hall, Government House, in celebration of Eid al-Adha, Okpebholo, who was represented by his Deputy, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, emphasized that the present administration remains focused on building a secure and prosperous Edo.
“Our administration is fully committed to the welfare and well-being of all citizens. Security remains the bedrock of any thriving society, and we are working tirelessly to ensure that lives and property are protected across Edo State,” he stated.
He urged citizens to reflect on the values of Eid al-Adha — unity, love, sacrifice, and peace — and to continue to uphold the shared values that promote harmony across religious and ethnic lines.
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“As we celebrate, let us reaffirm our collective commitment to building a society that is inclusive, tolerant, peaceful, and respectful of all cultures and faiths. Let us extend hands of support to the less privileged, sharing and giving to make the season meaningful for all,” the governor added.
Okpebholo also appealed to parents to preach peace to their children and discourage them from engaging in cultism, kidnapping, and other forms of criminality.
In his remarks, the Chief Imam of Benin, Alhaji Abdulfatai Enabulele, commended Governor Okpebholo for the developmental strides recorded in his first six months in office. He lauded the governor’s strategies in combating cultism, kidnapping, and criminal activities, noting that they have contributed significantly to the peace currently being enjoyed across the state.
Alhaji Enabulele also urged those involved in criminal activities to embrace more progressive ideas and support government efforts toward sustainable development.
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He expressed gratitude to the governor for his benevolence and support to the Muslim community, which he said has made the Eid celebration more enjoyable.
He further advised that major routes into the state be better secured through the use of vigilante groups, and called on the government to ensure grassroots implementation of the five-point “Agada” plan for inclusive development.
Edesili Anani Okpebholo, Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, described the celebration as a reminder of the importance of love and sacrifice. She urged citizens to make kindness and selflessness a daily habit, especially toward the less privileged.
Also speaking, the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor, praised Governor Okpebholo for his leadership, fairness, and commitment to delivering the dividends of democracy.
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“The governor is a man of vision, focused on project-based leadership that aims to improve the lives of our people,” he said.
The Commissioner for Information and Communication, Hon. Paul Ohonbamu, also acknowledged the contributions of the Muslim community in fostering peace and supporting the government’s efforts.
He assured that the Okpebholo-led administration would continue on its path of visible and impactful development.
“In just six months, the governor has demonstrated a practical and people-focused approach to governance. The projects so far embarked upon directly impact the lives of citizens, and there’s more to come,” Ohonbamu noted.

The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress.
He made this known during an official announcement on Friday at the Government House in Uyo, the state capital.
The governor said the decision followed “three months of wide consultation” with critical stakeholders across the state.
READ ALSO: Governor Eno Endorsed For Second Term As He Doubles Ward PAs’ Salary To N500,000
Eno expressed his gratitude to the PDP for their support during his tenure, stating that it was time for him to make a progressive move.
The governor said he decided to join the APC, citing his admiration for President Bola Tinubu and the need for Akwa Ibom State to align with the federal government to reap continuous benefits.
Eno also assured the people of Akwa Ibom State that he would continue to work tirelessly for their benefit, regardless of party affiliation.
He said, “After completing the rounds of my consultation as your servant whom you have elected to serve, I have therefore decided to progressively move to the APC.
READ ALSO: Governor Eno Endorsed For Second Term As He Doubles Ward PAs’ Salary To N500,000
”We’re joining the APC today in the state interest and because of our critical admiration and respect for President Tinubu and to provide the needed support for Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.
”We are not joing the APC from the position of weakness but from the position of strength and alive. We are joining the APC out of a need to align our state with the center.”
Some of the APC Governors who attended the event included the Chairman of the Progressives Governors Forum and Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma; Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta), Francis Nwifuru (Ebonyi), Lucky Aiyedatiwa (Ondo) and Bassey Otu (Cross River), among others.
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