They described the practice as exploitative and a financial burden.
He reassured that the military remained focused on neutralising threats, rescuing victims, and restoring peace across the country.
Gov. Umaru Bago had in June approved N1 billion to support victims of the Mokwa flood.
Ms Umar reaffirmed NEMA’s commitment to coordinated actions to safeguard lives and livelihoods along the River Niger.
NSCDC urged eligible voters to come out massively to vote for the candidates of their choice as a symbol of their franchise and fundamental rights.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has predicted thunderstorms and rain from Monday to Wednesday across the country.
Mr Haruna represented Munya constituency in the Niger State House of Assembly before his death.
The bye-election scheduled for August 16 followed the death of Joseph Haruna, member representing Munya Constituency, on September 13, 2024.
In Mali, 90 per cent of women have been affected by female genital mutilation, while the rate of child marriage in parts of the region is among the highest in the world.
The suit seeks the inclusion of Niger State in the 13 per cent derivation as enshrined in the Enactment of Allocation of Revenue (Federation Account, etc.) Act, 2004.
