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Tinubu at 74: Northern Governors Back Reforms, Reaffirm Support for President’s Vision
Tinubu at 74: Northern Governors Back Reforms, Reaffirm Support for President’s Vision
By Auwal Ahmad Umar
Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 74th birthday, reaffirming the forum’s support for his administration and its reform agenda.
In a statement issued on behalf of his colleagues at the NSGF, Governor Inuwa Yahaya described President Tinubu’s leadership as bold, focused and crucial to Nigeria’s long-term political and economic stability.
He said the president had shown strong determination since assuming office by pursuing major reforms aimed at repositioning the nation’s economy and strengthening critical institutions.
According to the governor, although some of the policy decisions may be difficult in the short term, they are necessary to build a more stable, productive and prosperous country.
He noted that the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda has continued to inspire confidence among Nigerians by providing a clearer pathway for inclusive growth, national unity and sustainable development.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya said the people of Gombe State, alongside other governors in the North, remain fully committed to supporting the president’s vision and ensuring the success of his policies across the country.
“The bold and courageous decisions taken by Mr President reflect leadership driven by conviction and a genuine desire to secure a better future for the nation. These reforms, though challenging, are already laying the groundwork for lasting progress,” he said.
The NSGF chairman also emphasised the governors’ unified support for the continuation of President Tinubu’s reform programme beyond the current administration.
He said the North deeply appreciates the president’s support for subnational governments and his inclusive style of governance, which he noted has helped strengthen cooperation between the federal and state governments.
“We in Gombe State, together with our colleagues in the Northern States Governors’ Forum, acknowledge and deeply appreciate your support to subnational governments and your inclusive approach to governance. We stand firmly with you and reiterate our full and unflinching support for your leadership and vision, not only for the present but also for the continuity of your transformative agenda into a second term,” the governor stated.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya prayed for good health, wisdom and strength for President Tinubu as he continued to lead the country through a period of economic reform and national rebuilding.
The message joins a wave of tributes from political leaders and stakeholders across the country in honour of the president’s 74th birthday.
APC Clears Inuwa Yahaya for Gombe North Senatorial Race
By Auwal Ahmad Umar
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya on Friday scaled through the screening process of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Senatorial Screening Committee, officially clearing the way for his bid to represent Gombe North Senatorial District in the forthcoming elections.
The APC Senatorial Screening Committee, chaired by Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, conducted the screening exercise at Plateau House in Abuja.
The exercise featured several sitting governors who sought reelection or contested for senatorial positions on the platform of the ruling APC.
Speaking during the exercise, Professor Yilwatda commended the governors for their contributions to governance and leadership, stressing that the party remained confident in their capacity and track record.
“As a party, we will continue to support all our sitting governors. There is no need to subject you to rigorous screening again, having previously undergone similar processes and served creditably in office,” he said.
The APC chairman further stated that Governor Inuwa Yahaya and other aspirants had met all constitutional and party requirements needed to contest the elections.
“Having satisfied all the necessary requirements, you are hereby requested to take a bow and go,” he added.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s appearance before the screening panel comes amid growing political momentum within the APC following his emergence as the party’s consensus candidate for the Gombe North Senatorial seat.
Political observers believe the governor is entering the contest with significant political influence, administrative experience and a performance record that has strengthened his support base across the senatorial district.
The governor, who has served two terms as governor of Gombe State, is widely credited with infrastructure development, healthcare reform, road construction, and rural development initiatives across the state.
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Committee of Provosts Conference Highlights Reform Agenda Honors Education Leaders
By Auwal Auwal, Gombe
The provost of the Federal College of Education, Gombe, has reiterated the need for strategic reforms in Nigeria’s teacher education system as stakeholders convened for the second Annual Conference of the Committee of Provosts of Colleges of Education.
The conference brought together key policymakers and institutional heads at the National Commission for Colleges of Education headquarters in Abuja to chart a new direction for colleges of education nationwide.
Speaking on the sidelines of the event, the Gombe-based provost aligned with the conference theme, which focused on integrating skill acquisition and entrepreneurship into teacher education.
He emphasized that colleges of education must transition from conventional academic institutions to innovation-driven centers capable of producing self-reliant graduates.
He noted that embedding vocational competencies alongside academic training would significantly enhance graduate employability and position the sub-sector as a catalyst for economic growth.
The conference also featured high-level participation from the Federal Ministry of Education, with the Minister of State, Suwaiba Said Ahmad, describing the reform agenda as a necessary response to evolving labor market demands. She stressed that aligning education with practical skills remains critical to national development.
In her remarks, the Executive Secretary of the NCCE, Angela Ajala, reinforced the Commission’s commitment to policies that promote entrepreneurship within teacher education. She maintained that colleges of education must be repositioned as engines of innovation and productivity.
The Chairman of the Committee of Provosts, Ali Adamu, described the conference as a strategic platform for advancing reforms and strengthening collaboration across institutions.
A major highlight of the event was the unveiling of a festschrift in honor of former NCCE Executive Secretary Okwelle Paulinus Chijioke, alongside a send-off ceremony recognizing 32 exiting and exited provosts for their contributions to the sector.
For the Provost of the Federal College of Education Gombe, the outcomes of the conference signal a clear shift towards a more responsive and economically relevant teacher education framework, with an emphasis on innovation, skills, and sustainable development.
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