By Suleiman Yakubu

The Deputy Governor of Niger State, Comrade Yakubu Garba, led a state government delegation to extend condolences to the Borgu kingdom and the family of the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, following the passing of his father, Alhaji Abdullahi Sabi, the District Head of Malale.
During the visit to the Borgu Emirate, the Deputy Governor expressed his sympathies to the Emir of Borgu, HRH Muhammadu Sani Haliru Dantoro, the bereaved family, and the entire community, urging them to accept the loss as an act of Allah. He described the late Alhaji Abdullahi as a devout servant of Allah who dedicated his life to serving both the Almighty and humanity. He encouraged the family to continue praying for the repose of his soul.
The Deputy Governor prayed for Allah (SWT) to grant the deceased eternal rest and reward him with Jannatul Firdaus.
The state government delegation included the Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abdulmalik Sarkin Daji, the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Abubakar Usman Gawu, and other top government officials.
Alhaji Abdullahi Sabi passed away on Monday night at the age of 100 and was buried according to Islamic rites at the Gbemusu Palace in New Bussa, Niger State.
Born in 1924, Alhaji Abdullahi had a distinguished career, serving as a Works Superintendent and Supervisory Councillor for Borgu Local Government Area. He was also the pioneer Chairman of the Jama'atul Izalatul Bidi'a Wa Ikamatul Sunnah in Borgu Kingdom.
He is survived by his wives, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a wide circle of relatives. Among his children are Sen. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi and Iliyasu Abdullahi, the Director of Operations at the National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC).

By Suleiman Yakubu

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Niger State Command, has successfully resolved over 100 conflict cases in the state this year. This was disclosed by the State Commandant, Adamu Abdullahi Kambra, during the International Peace Day celebration held in Minna, the state capital.
In a press statement issued by the Command's Public Relations Officer, DSC Abubakar Mohammed Rabiu Muti, Commandant Kambra highlighted that the resolved cases included landlord-tenant disputes, communal conflicts, farmer-herder clashes, buyer-seller disagreements, and borrower-lender disputes, among others.
Commandant Kambra emphasized that all these cases were settled through dialogue and mutual understanding facilitated by the officers and men of the Peace and Conflict Management Unit of the Corps.
Reflecting on the significance of the 2024 International Peace Day, themed "Cultivating a Culture of Peace," Commandant Kambra reiterated the Corps' commitment to promoting peace and security. He noted that this year's theme deeply resonates with the organization's values and mission.
"In a world plagued by conflict, inequality, and discrimination, it is imperative that we strive to build a culture of peace that transcends borders, ethnicities, and ideologies," Kambra stated.
He outlined key principles for cultivating a culture of peace, including respect for life, human rights, and fundamental freedoms; promotion of non-violence through education, dialogue, and cooperation; commitment to the peaceful settlement of conflicts; and adherence to freedom and justice.
Commandant Kambra called on all Nigerlites and Nigerians to embrace the values of respect, tolerance, and solidarity, working together to create a society where differences are celebrated and conflicts are resolved peacefully.
He extended heartfelt appreciation to the Commandant General of the Corps, Dr. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, for his unwavering support and guidance, describing his leadership as instrumental in promoting peace and security across the nation. He also applauded the Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, for his continuous support to the Command, noting that his commitment to collaborative efforts with security agencies has been invaluable in tackling security challenges across the state.
The International Peace Day celebration in Niger State was marked by a public lecture and a road walk by the officers and men of the NSCDC Niger State Command.