The Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT Ltd) has been commended for its pivotal role in fostering national connectivity, narrowing digital divides, and securing Nigeria’s foothold in the global knowledge-driven economy.

This commendation was made by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Mr. Rafiu Olarinre Adeladan, during a courtesy visit to the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NIGCOMSAT Ltd, Mrs. Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, at the Ground Control Station located along Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Way, Abuja.

According to the Permanent Secretary, “The Ministry regards NIGCOMSAT not merely as an implementing agency, but as a strategic partner in realising Nigeria’s aspirations in space technology, broadband access, and digital sovereignty.”

He acknowledged key concerns previously raised by the Managing Director, including the decade-long recruitment freeze, which has inevitably impacted innovation and operational capacity. Other pressing matters highlighted include a shortage of critical technical personnel, the need for support in the rollout and execution of Project 774, and issues surrounding inadequate remuneration some critical factors, he described as essential for attracting and retaining top-tier talent.

Mr. Adeladan reaffirmed the Ministry’s dedication to fostering collaboration with NIGCOMSAT to tackle these challenges. He said while some of the concerns may necessitate broad policy reviews and inter-agency coordination, he assured NIGCOMSAT Ltd of the Ministry’s commitment to exploring practical and actionable solutions within Nigeria’s regulatory and fiscal landscape.

Welcoming the Permanent Secretary to NIGCOMSAT, the Managing Director, Mrs. Egerton-Idehen, expressed her delight at the visit and reiterated the agency’s strategic importance. “If other nations can reach space, there is no reason Nigeria cannot, she emphasised. NIGCOMSAT stands ready to lead that charge,” she stated, urging the Ministry to prioritise Project 774 and address structural challenges affecting the agency’s growth and efficiency.

The courtesy call forms part of the Permanent Secretary’s ongoing engagements since assuming office, reflecting the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening institutions that underpin Nigeria’s digital and technological future.

..Council Approves Installation of Solar Street Light at Tumfure, Nafada Communities

…’Kantoma Market in Billiri to be Upgraded to Storey Structure’

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, on Tuesday, presided over the 6th meeting of the Gombe State Joint Development Project Council, during which far-reaching decisions were made to improve infrastructure across communities in the state.

Speaking at a press briefing session which was chaired by the Commissioner for Local Government, Abdulkadir Mohammed Waziri, shortly after the meeting, the Director-General of the Joint Project Development Agency, Bldr. Mahmood Yusuf, disclosed some of the key resolutions approved by the council.

He said approval has been granted for the installation of solar-powered streetlights across the newly constructed roads in Tumfure, Akko local government at a construct sum of 1.1 Billion Naira, as well as some communities in Nafada Local Government Area which include Birin Fulani, Birin Bolawa, Barwo Winde, Barwo Nasarawo, Jigawan Nafada and Gudukku at a contract sum of 681 Million Naira

On the upgrade of the Kantoma Market in Billiri into a one storey building, Dr. Yusuf disclosed that the project had earlier been awarded during the council’s 4th meeting at a contract sum of 420 million Naira, after which the Billiri LGA Chairperson wrote to request for its upgrade into a storey building to boost local commerce and enhance revenue generation, and a sum of 213 million has been approved for the conversion.

The Director-General further disclosed that additional works have been approved at the the newly established NALDA market in Kwadon, Yamaltu/Deba local government, including the upgrade of the water scheme, provision of perimeter fence around the water tank especially the control area, and construction of 4 fetching points to allow for adequate utilization of the project, awarded at a contract sum of 19 million Naira.

Meanwhile, the Chairman of Kwami Local Government, Ass. Prof. Ahmed Wali Doho, who also heads a sub-committee overseeing a verification exercise for local government workers across the state, briefed the press on critical findings from the ongoing screening.

According to him, the interim report submitted on the verification exercise, which ran from 12th June to 3rd July 2025 and focused initially on staff of the Local Education Authority (LEA), revealed the large-scale payroll fraud so far uncovered, saying “A total of 686 individuals failed to show up to prove they are legitimate workers. They were still drawing salaries, which amounted to N31 million.”

He added that another finding indicates that in the April payroll, 265 workers – some deceased, others retired – were still receiving monthly pay and the amount realized under this was N36 million.

He further stated that the committee has found that 258 staff members, who were supposedly on loan to other government agencies or departments, were collecting double salaries, a practice that contravenes civil service regulations, “This alone has cost the state N67 million”, Doho stated.

He emphasized that as the exercise continues, the goal is not to witch-hunt anyone but to ensure payroll integrity, block financial leakages and create room for fresh recruitment, particularly in critical sectors across the local government areas.

…Talasse, Other Communities in Balanga to Benefit from First Phase

…As Project Targets Over 1 Million Households in 3 Years

The Gombe State Government has entered into a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop solar mini-grids aimed at providing electricity to rural communities across the state.

The agreement, signed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework, will see the State Government, the Local Government through the Joint Project Development Agency and MIDS Dynamics Ltd each committing an agreed percentage of investment toward the execution of the project.

Briefing the press after the signing of the MoU, the Chairman of Gombe Local Government, Barr. Sani Ahmad Haruna, who spoke on behalf of the chairmen of the 11 local government councils being the State ALGON Chairman, stated that the initiative is in fulfillment of requirements set by international development financiers, particularly the World Bank and the African Development Bank (AfDB), for accessing grant facilities that will enable large-scale implementation of off-grid solar solutions in the state.

He announced that the first phase of the project will be implemented in Talasse and other communities in Balanga local government that are not connected to the national electricity grid, while Shongom and other local governments will follow accordingly.

Speaking after the signing ceremony, the Managing Director of MIDS Dynamics Ltd, Engr. Halis Muhammad, commended the Gombe State Government for embracing a sustainable and community-centred energy solution, noting that the programme is in line with global best practices for inclusive energy transition and regional development.

“We have carried out extensive surveys and feasibility studies across the state, and we are committed to electrifying over 1 million households in the next three years. We are present in various states and are currently the largest recipient of African Development Bank grants. We’ve successfully developed several mini-grid projects across Northern Nigeria and the Sahelian region”, he said.

During the signing of the MoU, held on the sidelines of the 6th meeting of the Joint Project Development Council and witnessed by Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Hon. Sanusi Ahmad Pindiga, signed on behalf of the Gombe State Government. The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Zubair Muhammad Umar, along with ALGON Chairman, Barr. Sani Ahmad Haruna and his deputy, Hon. Fatima Binta Bello, signed as witnesses.

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