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Hunger is stalking millions of homes daily. Inflation is making life difficult by the day. People are losing jobs. Businesses are closing down. Infrastructure is decaying. Young Nigerians are losing hope of being employed. Our hospitals are full of people who suffer mysterious illnesses, and they cannot afford the fees.

Our governors are also quite aware that, the insecurity brought about by banditry in the North-Western states and Niger state which led to the displacement of numerous rural communities and depriving them of access to their farms and other forms of economic activities resulted in food shortages which pushed them further into the valley of abject poverty.

Why this has been an issue actually because monetary values are not placed on the many responsibilities that women shoulder and the duties they perform in society, especially within the family settings, for which they are not being paid, despite that they take many man-hours daily.

Kaura Namoda, with a population of over 507,700 according to data from the National Population Commission and National Bureau of Statistics, spans across 911.7 square kilometers. It serves as a vital business hub and is home to the esteemed Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda, along with numerous small and medium-scale industries that provide employment opportunities for our youths.

Proverbs 31:25-26 encapsulates the essence of a virtuous woman: “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” This biblical description sets a high standard for the qualities expected of a mother, emphasizing the importance of resilience, wisdom, and kindness in all aspects of her life.

The rising spate of mass abductions in northern Nigeria has sent shockwaves throughout the country, instilling fear and anxiety among the populace, particularly those living in areas that are prone to attacks by armed groups. These incidents have not only put the lives of innocent people at risk but have also highlighted the grave security challenges facing the nation. The government must take immediate and decisive action to address this insecurity and ensure the safety and security of its citizens.