Jigawa pays over N3b retirement benefits to 1,331 retirees

By Tahir Muhammad, Dutse.

No fewer than 1,331 retirees of jigawa state worker’s were paid N3.422b as outstanding gratuities and death benefit’s by the state State and Local Government Contributory Pension Scheme Board, the Acting Executive Secretary, Alh. Nasiru Garba has stated.

“It is worth noting that in January this year, Governor Malam Umar. A Namadi has released Two Billion Naira as bailout to the State and Local Governments Contributory Pension Scheme to settled outstanding gratuity immediately after the Directorate of Salary and Pension Administration forwards the particulars of the retiring workers to the pension Board” he added.

“If any person ask for money within and outside the pension house to process your payment, is a fraud and should be reported to the Board for a necessary penalty,” Haruna told the retirees.

The acting Executive Secretary Alh. Nasiru Garba warned the retirees to desist from involving a third party in processing their retirement benefits.

He disclosed that, since the coming on board of the present administration, the Governor has prioritized the welfare of Pensioners and workers in the State and that is why he inaugurated a committee of experts to review/appraise the State and Local Governments Contributory Pension Scheme.

The acting Executive Secretary acknowledged the Governor’s efforts in addressing the challenges of the Jigawa State Contributory Pension Scheme since his assumption of office in May 2023.

He said with the recent approval, the State Government had now released over N5.4b to the Jigawa State and Local Governments Contributory Pension Scheme Board as bailout and the Scheme has cleared all the outstanding payment of gratuities.

The payment was categorized into four categories, indicating that the first batch of 1001 retired staff consist of those who retired either by reaching the mandatory retirement age of 35 years in service or sixty years by birth were paid N2,579,605,965.12 Billion.

The second category of 241 staff are those who died while in active service, where their relations would be paid the sum of N730,367,087.60 million, while the third batch consist of 84 retirees who retired from service and started receiving monthly pension but died before reaching their minimum period of five years after retirement. Those people would be paid N109, 561, 313. 67 million.

The last batch was beneficiary who did not contribute up to a period of five years, and the law stated that for every staff to qualify to be paid from the scheme was for him to contribute for a minimum period of five years.

Under this category, we have paid one person, the sum of N2,705,459.02 million including 15% interest.

He said “Today we are going to pay the sum of N3,422,239,826.32 to 1,331 workers that retired/died from various State MDAs, LGCs and LGEAs”.

“The payment included retirement benefit, death benefit, death pension balance and refund of eight percent contribution”.

One of the retiree from Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology, Ado Garba said he retired in January 2024 as Messenger.

“Now that I received my gratuity and pension arrears from February, I will invest more in farming to make life better for myself and my family” Mr. Garba said.

Chaos in the Mines: Exposing the Irregularities at Nigeria’s Mining Cadastre Office
…The Chinese Connection: Unraveling Foreign Influence in Nigeria’s Mining Sector

By Steven Kefas

(Kaduna, Nigeria), In the heart of Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, stands an unassuming building that houses the Mining Cadastre Office (MCO), an agency under the Ministry of Solid Mineral Development. This office, tasked with issuing mining Titles and regulating mining activities across the nation, has recently become the center of controversy, threatening to undermine Nigeria’s efforts to diversify its economy away from crude oil.
For decades, calls to tap into Nigeria’s vast mineral wealth have echoed through the corridors of power. The country boasts an abundance of resources including lithium, nickel, gold, tin, and limestone. In recent years, Nasarawa and Southern Kaduna have emerged as hotspots for mining activities, attracting both local and international companies eager to exploit its rich mineral deposits, particularly lithium – a crucial component in modern battery technology.
However, beneath the surface of this promising sector lies a web of alleged corruption and mismanagement that threatens to derail Nigeria’s mining renaissance before it truly begins.

Issuance of Overlapping Titles
This investigation, sparked by numerous complaints from small-scale mining title holders in Nasarawa and Southern Kaduna, has uncovered a troubling pattern of irregularities in the Mining Cadastre Office’s handling of mining titles. Multiple sources, speaking on condition of anonymity due to fear of reprisal, have painted a picture of an agency in disarray, issuing overlapping mining rights and seemingly turning a blind eye to the chaos that ensues.
One CEO of a mining company, who requested anonymity, shared his frustrating experience: “The Mining Cadastre Office issued my company a title, only for them to go and issue title to another company on same land. We complained and complained, but they didn’t do anything about it.”
He added, “Not just my company, there are many others having similar cases, and all efforts to get the MCO to correct it proved abortive. I strongly believe this is a racketeering by some officials of the MCO, and the DG may not be aware of this illegality.”
This sentiment was echoed by another small-scale miner who acquired his title in 2023. He recounted a chilling encounter that forced him to suspend operations: “I came to site one morning and met another company bearing a title covering the same land I was given in 2023. I complained to the Mining Cadastre Office in Abuja, but they didn’t do anything about it.”
The miner didn’t mince words about the potential consequences of such practices: “What is happening at the MCO is illegal and is capable of scaring investors away from the mining sector. If an agency that is saddled with the responsibility of issuing titles to prospective mining investors is now found to be doing such, then the entire sector stands the risk of collapse.”

Chinese Influence
Another CEO was shocked to be told a $250,000 payment would be required to secure his tenement application for lithium in Nasarawa State. He said, “the Chinese are throwing money around the MCO people, making things hard for us. People are asking for big money, blatantly. I have never heard anything like this before’” he lamented.
Another source also claims the MCO does sell coordinates to Chinese companies who are prepared to pay high prices for lithium tenements. “These coordinates were generated by others who identified significant mineral deposits during a reconnaissance survey. When they come to MCO to check if the location is available for application, MCO officials note down and sell such coordinates information to the Chinese companies who immediately lodge an application over the area. Although the MCO cadastre system should not be able to accept an application over an existing valid title, the system is subverted and a title is issued. The illegal Chinese mining operations then begin, often with a Nigerian registered front company.” He lamented
These allegations, if proven true, strike at the heart of Nigeria’s efforts to create a stable and attractive environment for mining investment. The issuance of overlapping titles not only creates conflict among miners but also undermines the very foundation of property rights essential for any functioning market economy.
The implications of this alleged mismanagement extend far beyond the immediate conflicts it creates. Nigeria’s push for economic diversification, a strategy aimed at reducing the country’s dependence on volatile oil revenues, hinges on the development of sectors like solid minerals. The lithium deposits in Nasarawa and Southern Kaduna, for instance, represent a potential new industry for Nigeria in the global push for renewable energy and electric vehicles.
However, the current state of affairs threatens to squander this opportunity. International investors, already wary of the complexities of doing business in Nigeria, may be further discouraged by the apparent lack of reliable mining titles. This could lead to a scenario where Nigeria’s mineral wealth remains largely untapped, depriving the country of much-needed revenue and job opportunities or, as has happened in other African nations, in the hands of Chinese companies intent on carting away Nigeria’s mineral wealth at the cheapest possible prices.

Arbitrary Increase in Mining Rates and Fees
Recent developments have further complicated the already turbulent landscape of Nigeria’s mining sector. On July 4, 2024, the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development announced a significant increase in mining rates and fees, ostensibly to boost sector reforms and increase revenue. However, this move has raised serious concerns about its legality and potential impact on the industry.
Under the new regime, the cost of a Mining Lease license has skyrocketed to N3 million, while other fees have seen similar dramatic increases. For instance, Small Scale Mining Lease (SSML) applicants now face a fee of N300,000 for the first two cadastral units, up from previous rates. The government argues that these changes aim to discourage speculation and address funding shortages.
However, the timing of these increases, amidst allegations of corruption and mismanagement at the Mining Cadastre Office, has left many in the industry skeptical. One industry expert, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated, “While we understand the need for increased revenue, these arbitrary increases without proper consultation or legislative approval seem like an attempt to legitimize the already existing unofficial payments. It’s adding insult to injury for legitimate miners struggling with overlapping titles and other irregularities.”
The new rates also disproportionately affect smaller, local mining operations, potentially pushing them out of the market in favor of larger, often Chinese-owned companies. This raises concerns about the future of Nigeria’s mining industry and who will ultimately benefit from the country’s vast mineral wealth.
Moreover, the alleged irregularities at the MCO raise serious questions about governance and transparency in Nigeria’s mining sector. If lower-level officials can indeed engage in “racketeering” without the knowledge of the Director-General, as suggested by one of our sources, it points to a worrying lack of oversight and accountability within the agency.
Attempts to get the MCO’s side of the story have so far been unsuccessful. An inquiry email sent to the office seeking confirmation or denial of these allegations remains unanswered at the time of publication. This silence only adds to the cloud of suspicion surrounding the agency’s operations.
As Nigeria stands at a crossroads, seeking to build a more diversified and resilient economy, the integrity of institutions like the Mining Cadastre Office is paramount. The integrity of the titles issued by the MCO is the very foundation of the future of Nigeria’s mining sector. The allegations uncovered in this investigation, if left unaddressed, threaten not just the mining sector but the broader narrative of Nigeria as a viable destination for investment.
The ball is now in the court of the Ministry of Solid Mineral Development and, indeed, the federal government. Will they take decisive action to investigate these allegations and restore confidence in the mining cadastre system? Or will they allow this promising sector to be undermined by corruption and mismanagement?
As one of our sources poignantly stated, the entire sector stands at risk of collapse. The time for action is now. Nigeria’s economic future may well depend on it.

Steven Kefas is a Citizen Journalist with interests in public accountability, security and conflicts…….

Government House Katsina

Press Release

Katsina Governor Explores Cutting-Edge Agro-Tech in China

In the ongoing 5-day working visit to China, the delegation of Katsina State top government functionaries led by His Excellency, Governor Dikko Umaru Radda PhD CON, yesterday made a pivotal stop at Jinan Zhongnihaihe (ZNH) Company in Shandong Province, China.

The CEO of Woerka Nigeria Co. Ltd. and MD of Sinogrand Construction, Williams Xu while welcoming the delegation, outlined the extensive operations of Jinan Zhongnihaihe (ZNH) company in Nigeria.

Williams noted that ZNH has grown significantly, focusing on heavy-duty trucks, agricultural machinery, and construction equipment.

“As the sole distributor for Weichai Lovol, China’s leading tractor manufacturer, ZNH has become a key player in Nigeria’s industrial and agricultural sectors.

Responding to the brief presentation, the Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda PhD CON, expressed keen interest in ZNH’s operations.

The Governor emphasized that this visit aims to gather first hand information on the company’s potential economic benefits with a view to establishing the factory plant in Katsina State as a means of technology transfer and sustainability of the equipment.

He highlighted the importance of such investments for the socio economic development of the good people of Katsina.

The delegation’s packed itinerary continues today 19th August 2024, with Shandong Minsheng Group, focusing on agricultural imports and exports. The central discussions here will focus on Katsina State agricultural policies and the strategic use of Funtua Dry Port. Also, the team will visit an irrigation system supplier to explore advanced agricultural technologies and solar panel factories, showcasing innovative power-generating roofing solutions.

Members of the delegation team include: Principal Private Secretary to Governor Radda, Hon. Abdullahi A. Turaji; Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture & Livestock Development, Prof. Ahmed Mohammed Bakori, and Honourable Commissioner for Trade, Commerce & Investment, Alhaji Adnan Na Habu, others are Alhaji Haruna DanAlkali and Abdulbasir Abubakar Jargaba.

Governor Radda’s proactive approach in leading this delegation demonstrates the administration’s dedication to fostering international partnerships and driving economic growth in Katsina.

Northern Governors Seek Solution to menace of Out of school, Almajiri’s Challenges

By Tahir Muhammad, Dutse

The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has reaffirmed its commitment towards addressing the alarming scope of out-of-school children, as well the persistent Almajiri challenges across the region through a joint partnership with Islamic Development Bank, ( IDB).

Similarly The forum vows to collaborate with The IDB’s SMART Education initiative a co-financed Institution, by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) supported by Arab Development Bank. The project is intended to addresses most critical educational needs of state’s with high rates of out-of-school children, particularly in Northern Nigeria.

During one of their recent meeting, the Forum Chairman who is also Gombe state Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, and Dr. Hasanul Kibria, Country Representative of the IDB, discussed the SMART Education project. This initiative was aimed to broaden access to education, enhance its quality, and improve learning outcomes.

Governor Yahaya expressed concern over the high rate of educational exclusion in Northern states, particularly among Almajiri children. He highlighted Gombe State’s proactive approach to modernizing the Almajiri system, integrating formal education with Islamic teachings, upgrading infrastructure, and enhancing teacher training.

The NSGF plans to convene an expanded meeting with stakeholders to focus on the out-of-school children crisis. Governor Yahaya praised the IDB for its ongoing support in the education sector and called for broader collaboration in areas like agriculture, animal husbandry, livelihoods, and human capital development.

APC Group Describes Allegations Against NNPCL boss,Kyari as baseless

A group, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Credibility Movement, has described the series of allegations against the Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, in recent weeks as baseless.

The group’s Chairman, Musa Sadauki, said in a statement on Friday that Mele Kyari has faced a barrage of unsubstantiated accusations from a shadowy group known as the Tinubu Legacy Coalition (TLC) over the past week.

According to Sadauki, this group, led by figures such as Bala Abu, Princess Ajibola, and Dr. Thomas, has launched a campaign to tarnish Kyari’s reputation with unfounded claims.

Musa labeled the attacks a “campaign of calamity” destined to fail.

The APC supporters argued that Kyari’s track record as a transformative leader in the oil and gas sector is undeniable.

Sadauki said, “Through his implementation of the TAPE synergy—an initiative aimed at curbing corruption and waste within the NNPCL—Kyari has proven himself a formidable administrator.”

The Chairman argued that these attacks are driven by disgruntled elements whose illegal activities, including oil bunkering, have been thwarted under Kyari’s leadership.

“We contend that these individuals are attempting to destabilize the NNPCL to pave the way for their own economic interests, but emphasize that their efforts are futile,” he said.

Musa reminded the attackers that Nigeria’s interests are far greater than any individual’s personal gain.

Meanwhile, the statement called on those behind the smear campaign to abandon their efforts and instead contribute positively to the nation.

“As Nigeria continues to face numerous challenges, including economic hardship and insecurity, President Bola Tinubu remains focused on his mission to address these issues,” the statement said.

It stressed that undermining key figures like the NNPCL boss will only hinder the nation’s progress.

Road Projects: Northern Group commends David Umahi, Thanks Tinubu.

Northern based Group, Arewa Development Forum (ADF) has commended the Minister of Works , Engr. Dave Umahi for his unwavering commitment to ensuring speedy work and visible progress made so far on the Lagos- Badagry to Sokoto Super Highway road projects.

According to the group, the excellent job of combining the expertise of the critical terrain with the political will by the Minister to push through the different land mines without compromising standards is a feat worthy of commendation.

“We observed with keen interest that despite being from the southeast part of Nigeria, the Minister of Works is leaving now stone unturned to ensure speedy completion of the protracted work of the Abuja to road projects in northern areas”. It stated .

In statement made available to journalists in Kaduna today, Arewa Development Forum, which made the commendations said , the decision to single out the Minister of Works was informed by quality of work being done on the ongoing road projects

While thanking President Bola Tinubu for the bold initiative to construct the 1000-kilometre Sokoto-Badagry superhighway,the Forum described the project as another evidence of his commitment to driving phenomenal socio-economic growth across the country.

The Forum noted that the road will not only create thousands of jobs ,but will also open up the North western economy to the rest of the country and the World.Adding that Umahi is the best Works minister in the history of the country.

It stated , “We can recall that the Sokoto-Badagry road has been in the pipeline for the past 48 years, without considerations from successive administrations, including immediate past Buhari led administration to kick start the project. But today,it is a reality and we are not in doubt that the legacy projects will be complete within time scheduled.

“For us as northerners, we view the bold vision of President Tinubu as an evidence of the priority placed on development that commensurate with infrastructure to connect northern regions to all parts of Nigeria.”

We’ve resolve to notify INEC of our plan to recall Hon. Aminu Lawal Anty, say Comrade Musa Mohammed

Some constituents of Doka/Gabasawa in Kaduna state say they have write a Petition and Recall proposal to notify the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of the resolve to recall Hon. Aminu Lawal Anty, a member of the kaduna state house of assembly.

The lawmaker represents the Doka/Gabasawa constituency of Kaduna state.

A statement released on Thursday and signed by Comrade Musa Mohammed (Moonlight), chairman /Coordinator, Recall proposal and Petition for the Removal of Elected members or Executives said the recall letter has been submitted at INEC headquarters, Abuja, through the Kaduna Resident Commissioner of INEC.

“The Doka/Gabasawa Constituency has notified the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, of the resolve of the people of Doka/Gabasawa Constituency of Kaduna State to recall Hon. Aminu Lawal Anty from the House of Assembly on account of poor representation pursuant to Section 69 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” the statement reads.

“Constituents will soon commenced collection of signatures of the voters as contained in the voters’ register which will be forwarded to the commission for verification of the voters’ signatures and subsequently to conduct a referendum for Aminu’s recall.”

The petitioners said the lawmaker has not met expectations “at a time his service is most needed”.

The Proposal read;
The Resident Commissioner
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Kaduna State.

Sir,

RECALL PROPOSAL AND PETITION FOR THE REMOVAL OF HON. AMINU LAWAL ANTY, MEMBER KADUNA STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY, PRESENTING DOKA/GABASAWA CONSTITUENCY FROM OFFICE

Our elected official, member in the Kaduna State House of Assembly, presenting DOKA/Gabasawa Constituency, HON. AMINU LAWAL ANTY have become grossly negligent in doing his job,which is suppose to be representing the DOKA/GABASAWA people.

Instead of helping people who are loosing everything due to the hardship, high cost of living, as an elected official he’s too busy trying to fund pet projects and special interest groups with our tax money.
And because of his attitude, often too aggressive, very often too arrogant.

Its past time for us to clean out of the house and save our constituency .

“It is truly hard to know what to say, beyond uttering something like “fools” when forming a thought about our representatives in the House, Senate, house of representatives and state House of Assembly’s who are all, of course, fools.

Aside from the interesting statistic that for the first time in history the aggregate IQ of the House of Assembly members equals the exact number of members in the National Assembly, there isn’t a single element of the government shutdown that doesn’t have you pulling your hair out in frustration or hiding under the bed out of fear. With a government operating like this, who needs third party terrorist threats?

You could hear Nigeria groan as the news broke on the first of the month. A chorus of “fools” swelled from breakfast tables to commuter trains as we all dropped our heads into our hands and bemoaned this most recent political obscenity.

But as I eavesdropped on fellow riders on the ever luxurious cars commute into the Villa in Abuja, National Assembly,state Assembly etc, I began to realize with a sort of chill, that this chorus of “fools” was anything but a chorus. Behind every “fool” there was a “they.” And “they” were definitely divided between an “us” and a “them.” As it turned out, I was witnessing the only true byproduct of our government these days–a rift fanned with uncertainty and fear and a nation divided by hyperbole. Our politicians and political parties (an ironic name when you think about it) have polarized us and themselves to such an extent that nothing can get done outside of pumping up the rhetoric to a level that drowns out even he remotest whimper of reason.
MUSLIM, CHRISTIAN, PAGAN etc . Dare to take the middle ground, and you will be branded by both sides as an extremist.
At the risk of presenting a thought we can all violently agree on, I do not have a great political mind. Defining my political acumen as “good” might actually be a stretch. And quite frankly, anyone can and practically everyone has expressed some version of what I led with – that our Representatives are fools. It’s easy, cathartic and safe. It accomplishes nothing.
And that’s when it hit me. There is a distinct possibility that we are the fools.

I mean, how stupid can they be? Our representatives lavish in positions of great wealth and influence. Despite a government shutdown, which many/most of them must want, they are still being paid and are catered to by enormous loyal civil servants and pensioners that are not being paid. They have the best health care plans in the world. As a unit they get nothing done. They have substituted “role models” with “poll models.” And they all have us in a lather, blathering about the ineptitude of our government in general, while somehow buoying up their individual positions as blameless, the single voices of reason in a sea of fools.

Fund me, blog for me, tweet your support, rally your friends so we can protect us and beat back them, who unchecked will destroy the universe as we know it.
Well, as the elected members frenetically entrench themselves, cast blame and call for reinforcements, I’m suggesting all of us, DOKA/GABASAWA CONSTITUENCY regardless of our affiliations – put the vitriol on hold and take a bold and quiet step into the center. We firmly demand “HON. AMINU LAWAL ANTY TO QUIET”.

We are, after all, DOKA/GABASAWA constituency.
We will sign on the recall proposal and petition which will be send to INEC
All the polling units (stations) across the 7 wards will be issue with a copy and those eligible to vote will put on their signatures.
UNGUWAN SHABA , U/MAIBURUJI, U/LIMAN, U/GAJI, KABALA COSTAIN/DOKI, GABASAWA, U/SARKI,

Only a fool would settle for anything less.

Breaking: El-Rufai’s Fundamental Rights Suit Suffers Defeat as Court Declines Jurisdiction

In a landmark ruling, the Federal High Court in Kaduna has declined jurisdiction in the suit by Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, seeking to set aside the Adhoc Committee report of the Kaduna state House Assembly among other declaratory reliefs.

Delivering two separate rulings before the judgment, Hon. Justice R.M. Aikawa held that the applicant failed to prove any of the circumstances that would warrant setting aside the proceedings of the court as sought for by the Applicant and furthermore, dismissed the application for the judge to recuse himself having failed to provide cogent reasons or facts for the court to do so as decided by plethora of decided cases.

On the whole, the court declined jurisdiction on subject matter jurisdiction and rather than dismissing or striking out the suit as prayed for by both counsel to the Respondents, the court exercised its powers sequel to Section 22(2) of the Federal High Court Act and transfered the suit to the Kaduna State Chief Judge for the suit to be determined by the High Court of Kaduna State.

Femi Falana, SAN with Sani Katu,SAN were counsel to the 1st respondent, while Sule Shuaibu,SAN, AG Kaduna State with Jummai Danazumi, Esq were counsel to the 2nd Respondent.

A cross-section of lawyers briefed newsmen after the judgment that the ruling should be seen as a victory for the rule of law and a testament to the independence of the judiciary. “It sends a strong message that the courts will not be swayed by attempts to undermine the legal process, one of them added.

The case has been closely watched by legal experts and observers, who praised the court’s decision as a triumph of justice and fairness.

Birthday: Makarfi Ambassadors Congratulate Ex Governor Makarfi @ 68

Kaduna based Group under aegis of he Makarfi Ambassadors heartily celebrates the Former Governor of Kaduna State and current Secretary Board of Trustees of People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, CON, on his 68 birthday anniversary.

According to the group, Senator Makarfi’s exemplary leadership informed its decision to join all citizens of Kaduna State and Members of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) across Nigeria to celebrate the former lawmaker and National Chairman of PDP to celebrate him today.

The Makarfi Ambassadors in a press statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Comrade Abdullahi Ahmed and Director, Planning/Research, Engr. Bolade Aina, eulogized Senator Makarfi for his invaluable contributions to the growth and development of Kaduna and Nigerian while he served in various capacity of leadership.

The statement reads: “The Makarfi Ambassadors are proud to identify with his strong character and achievements as one of the foundation pillars of the PDP and architect of the peace and tranquility citizens and residents of are enjoying today .

“We recalled the manner he steered and managed affairs of the PDP in Kaduna and National level ; the purposeful leadership direction provided and frantic efforts to keep the afloat as major opposition party .

“It was evident that under his Administration, Kaduna State witnessed relative peace, growth and rural development with clear cut policies and programmes the resulted into concrete dividends of democracy for his people.

“We are happy to join well meaning Nigerians to thank Allah for the good health and agility,as he marks his birthday.

“We also pray the Allah continue to guide and grant him many more years of continued services to this nation and mankind. “

Senator Makarfi was born on the 8th of August, 1956 in Makarfi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. As a governor, legislator, accountant, banker and teacher; he has deployed high sense of commitment to nation building.

Senator Makarfi was elected as Governor of Kaduna State and served two terms of four years in office from 1999 – 2007 before proceeding the National Assembly as the Senator that represented Kaduna North Senator is District.