Gov yari news
Babangida Aliyu, also known as "Gov Yari", was the Governor of Niger State, Nigeria from 2007 to 2015. Here are some recent news updates about him:
- Niger State APC Crisis: In October 2020, Gov Yari was accused of fueling the crisis in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State. The crisis led to the suspension of the state's APC chairman, Alhaji Mohammed Jibrin Imam.
- Support for Buhari's Re-election: In January 2019, Gov Yari publicly endorsed President Muhammadu Buhari's re-election bid, saying he was impressed with the president's performance.
- Niger State's Debt Profile: In August 2020, Gov Yari was criticized for the high debt profile of Niger State, which stood at over N200 billion. The state's debt service-to-revenue ratio was also reportedly high, making it difficult for the state to meet its financial obligations.
- Niger State's Infrastructure Development: In June 2020, Gov Yari was praised for his efforts in developing infrastructure in Niger State, including the construction of roads, bridges, and healthcare facilities.
- Niger State's Security Challenges: In September 2020, Gov Yari expressed concern over the security challenges facing Niger State, including banditry, kidnapping, and cattle rustling. He called on the federal government to provide more support to the state to tackle these issues.
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