The Nanumba North Municipal Assembly got everyone together for their yearly meeting to hash out local problems and figure out how to make life better for people living there. Abdul-Somed Hamza, the Municipal Chief Executive, told assembly members they need to stay committed and work hard because residents expect a lot from their leaders. He reminded them that the assembly isn't supposed to pick political sides.
Health officials are stressed about not having enough midwives around, and Sugri Sulemana Subri from the Municipal Health Directorate asked the government to send more staff for maternal care. The NEDCo/VRA operations manager, Selorm, explained that the switch to prepaid meters is happening nationwide to make things run smoother, and he said flexible payment plans are available for people dealing with old bills.
Education director Alhaji Issah Damba called out head teachers for charging students random fees when the government already covers tuition and exam costs. Any extra charges need approval from the School Management Committee first.
Health officials are stressed about not having enough midwives around, and Sugri Sulemana Subri from the Municipal Health Directorate asked the government to send more staff for maternal care. The NEDCo/VRA operations manager, Selorm, explained that the switch to prepaid meters is happening nationwide to make things run smoother, and he said flexible payment plans are available for people dealing with old bills.
Education director Alhaji Issah Damba called out head teachers for charging students random fees when the government already covers tuition and exam costs. Any extra charges need approval from the School Management Committee first.
