…Condoles with Borno Govt, families of those who died in latest bomb blast
By Salihu Inusa, Maiduguri
THE Senator representing Borno Central at the Upper Chambers of the National Assembly, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, SAN has commended president Bola Ahmed Tinubu for assenting to the bill establishing the Federal University of Agriculture and Entrepreneurship (FUAE) Bama , Borno State.
This is as the Borno Central Senator on a sad note commiserated with Governor Babagana Zulum, Service Commanders, the leadership of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and the bereaved families of the gallant heroes that paid the supreme sacrifices as a result of bomb explosion along Marte- Dikwa road yesterday (Tuesday).
Lawan Spoke in a telephone conversation with Journalists soon after plenary on Wednesday, where the Senate President, Mr. Godswill Akpabio read out the assented bill.
The University which is first of its kind in the history of Nigeria and Africa when established, would provide the needed agricultural and entrepreneurial skills not only to Borno and Nigerian students, but to other neighbouring Republic of Cameroon, Niger and Chad.
As a specialised university focusing on agriculture and entrepreneurship, it will also address the country’s high unemployment rate and reliance on white-collar jobs by teaming youth.
The senator expressed gratitude to Vice- President, Kashim Shettima, Senate President, Mr. Godswill Akpabio and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas for their support.
He equally congratulated Governor Babagana Umara Zulum and commended him for the pivotal role he (Zulum) played in the process that led to the success story .
The Borno Central Senator further praised Governor Zulum for his doggedness and support towards ending the renewed Boko Haram attacks, especially for sparing his time by spending almost a week at the frontline in reclaiming Marte local government area that came under Boko Haram capture, and other communities in Kala-Balge, Ngala, Dikwa among other council areas.
The senator also thank his colleagues for their overwhelming support during the legislative processes that gave birth to the establishment of the university.
His words: I am very excited to see the establishment of FUAE Bama came to fruition today.
“Let me commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for assenting to the bill establishing this unique University.
“The University is first of its kind in the history of Nigeria, as it would provide the needed agricultural and entrepreneurial skills not only to Borno and Nigerian students, but to other neighbouring Republic of Cameroon, Niger and Chad.
My sincere appreciation goes to the Vice- President, Kashim Shettima, Senate President, Mr. Godswill Akpabio and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas for their unflinching support.
“Let me also congratulate our Governor, His Excellency, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum and commend him for the pivotal role he played in the process that led to the success story .
“Likewise, my praises goes to His Excellency the Governor for his doggedness and support towards ending the renewed Boko Haram attacks, especially for sparing his time by spending almost a week at the frontline in reclaiming Marte local government area that came under Boko Haram capture, and other communities in Kala-Balge, Ngala, Dikwa among other council areas visited.
“This attendant risk taken by governor Zulum is a testament of true and selfless leadership. As the Chief Security Officer of the State, he had demonstrated a high sense of responsibility. More so, the timely visit to the President and Commander In -Chief of the Armed Forces on the security situation in Borno is highly commendable and will definitely yield the desired result”.
“All my colleagues at the National Assembly also deserve same commendation for their overwhelming support during the legislative processes that gave birth to the establishment of the university.
“As a specialized tertiary institution, I have no doubt in my mind that the university will be a game changer in the country.
“I wish to reiterate my loyalty and commitment to the APC- led Federal Government, the Government and good people of Borno State particularly my constituents of Borno Central Senatorial District.
“Let me assure you once again that i will continue to complement the good works of His Excellency, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum by bringing more federal government projects to the state”. Lawan stated.
In another development, the Senator expressed shock over the Bomb explosion that involved members of CJTF when their operational vehicle stumbled on IED planted by terrorists along Marte-Dikw road.
“On a sad note , i wish to commiserate with our Governor, Professor Zulum, Service Commanders, the leadership of the CJTF and the bereaved families of the gallant heroes that paid the supreme sacrifices as a result of IED Explosion yesterday.
“May their gentle souls rest in Aljanna Firdaus and may Allah give their families the fortitude to bear the loss.
Amin”. He prayed.
