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The Confederation of African Football has said that the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 has become the most successful commercial venture in the history of African football, recording more than a 90 per cent increase in revenues. In a statement obtained from its website on Thursday, CAF said the achievement was driven by expanded sponsorship deals, broader media rights distribution and entry into new markets, particularly in Asia. The body stated, “The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is now undoubtedly the most successful commercial story in the history of African football as the commercial success…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kwara Area Command, has recorded major enforcement successes with seizures valued at ₦1,219,209,369 within less than one month of the assumption of office by the Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller of Customs (DC) Naeem Ogundeyi. The disclosure was made during a press conference held in Ilorin, where the Acting Controller presented the seized items to journalists and stakeholders. Addressing the media, DC Ogundeyi expressed appreciation to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, and the management of the Service for the confidence placed in him, noting that the achievements reflect the command’s renewed commitment to…

Heads of rehabilitation centres across Kano State have appealed to wealthy individuals, philanthropists, and corporate organisations to increase support for persons living with mental health challenges in the state. The appeal was made while receiving the management of the Kano State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), led by the Executive Secretary, Alhaji Isiyaku Abdullahi Kubarachi, who visited the centres to distribute clothing, blankets, mats, and food items. Heads of Dorayi and Dambatta Rehabilitation Centres, Hussaini Ibrahim Muhammad and Nafi’u Musa, explained that many of the facilities remain in poor condition despite government interventions. They urged well-meaning Nigerians to visit the homes…

An Abuja High Court on Thursday struck out the criminal charges filed by the Federal Government against Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi Central, bringing to a close a case that had attracted widespread public attention. Court documents showed that the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation submitted a Notice of Discontinuance, leading the court to formally terminate the criminal defamation and related charges that had been earlier instituted against the senator. Natasha Livestreams Faceoff With Immigration Over Passport Seizure The suit stemmed from comments allegedly made by Akpoti-Uduaghan during a televised interview and had sparked national debate over…

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), through its Rapid Response Team, has facilitated continued specialist treatment and referral for Hafsat Muhammad, a 21-year-old woman diagnosed with systemic scleroderma with cutaneous manifestations. This was contained in a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer KSCHMA Aminu Ahmad Turaki made available to newsmen in Kano. KSCHMA, CHAI Strengthen Collaboration to Improve Healthcare According to him, the intervention followed her enrollment into the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Scheme on the directive of the Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar. He said since then, the patient has undergone comprehensive evaluation at various…

John Femi Adi In a state historically shaped by ethnic, religious, and sectional sensitivities, Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has deliberately charted a different political course—one anchored on inclusion, fairness,, and shared development goals. Since assuming office, his leadership style and governance philosophy have reflected a conscious effort to build a political structure that transcends religious, tribal, and regional divides. One of the most visible features of Governor Uba Sani’s political structure is inclusiveness in appointments. His cabinet and key government positions reflect Kaduna’s diversity, drawing individuals from different ethnic groups, religious backgrounds, and senatorial zones. By prioritising competence…

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has dismissed reports suggesting that the Federal Government has introduced a new Value Added Tax (VAT) on banking services, describing the claims as misleading. In a press statement issued on January 15, 2026, the Service clarified that the Nigeria Tax Act did not impose any fresh VAT on banking fees, commissions, or electronic transfer charges. According to the NRS, VAT has long been applicable to fees for services rendered by banks and other financial institutions in line with existing tax laws and regulations. The agency stressed that there is no additional tax burden on customers…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adamawa/Taraba Area Command, has taken steps to deepen inter-agency cooperation with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to enhance border security and public safety. The move followed a courtesy visit by the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Mohammed Tako, to the Adamawa State Commandant of the NSCDC, Idris Bande, in Yola. During the meeting, Comptroller Tako explained that the visit was aimed at reinforcing the existing partnership between the two agencies, particularly in tackling cross-border crimes and strengthening security operations. He stressed that effective border management cannot be achieved in isolation, noting that…

Jamila Sulaiman Gwamnatin Jihar Kano ta gudanar da taron horo na kwanaki biyu ga kimanin ‘yan jarida 100 daga kafafen sadarwa daban-daban a Jihar Jigawa, domin inganta kwarewarsu a fannin jaridanci na dijital. Kwamishinan Yada Labarai da Harkokin Cikin Gida na Jihar Kano, Alhaji Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, ya bayyana cewa taron ya mai da hankali kan amfani da ka’idojin gaskiya da tsarin aiki na jaridanci domin tabbatar da inganci a aikin jarida. Kano Online Chapel Hosts Workshop to Boost Credibility in Journalism Waiya ya bukaci mahalarta su yi amfani da ilimin da suka samu a taron wajen ayyukansu na…

The Budget Office of the Federation has dismissed claims that the North East Development Commission (NEDC) operates a ₦246 billion salaries budget, describing such reports as misleading and inaccurate. NEDC Strengthens Gombe Health Sector with ₦90m Support In a statement signed by Tanimu Yakubu, Director General of the Budget Office, the office clarified that the ₦246.77 billion figure attributed to NEDC is not exclusively for personnel costs. Instead, it represents a statutory lump-sum allocation in line with Nigeria’s Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and standard budget preparation practices for statutory bodies. The Budget Office explained that during budget submission, when agencies…

Jagoran jam’iyyar NNPP kuma tsohon gwamnan jihar Kano, Sanata Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, ya ce ba zai koma jam’iyyar APC ba sai an fayyace masa matsayinsa a jam’iyyar kuma sai an dawo da takardun manufofin da suka rubuta kan yadda za a tafiyar da rayuwar talakawan Najeriya. Kwankwaso ya jaddada cewa dole ne sai an fayyace masa matsayin magoya bayansa da kuma gwamnatin jihar Kano kafin ya yanke duk wata shawara. Kwankwaso ya bayyana hakan ne a ranar Laraba a gidansa da ke Miller Road a Kano, yayin da yake karɓar shugabanni da magoya baya daga ƙananan hukumomin Rano da Dawakin…

Kaduna State is set to host a $200 million Mega Poultry Project following approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a development expected to transform Nigeria’s livestock sector and boost food security. Governor Uba Sani disclosed this after receiving the Honourable Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, for a high-level strategic meeting ahead of the project’s groundbreaking ceremony. The governor said discussions at the meeting centred on aligning federal and state priorities to ensure the seamless execution of the project, describing it as a major milestone in Nigeria’s agribusiness and livestock development agenda. He expressed appreciation to President Tinubu…

The Federal Government has commended the Super Eagles for their dedication and patriotism, saying Nigeria remains proud of the team despite their defeat in the competition. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, conveyed the message in a statement on behalf of the Federal Government, praising the players for representing the country with pride and dignity. The minister said that although the outcome of the tournament was not in Nigeria’s favour, the Super Eagles displayed character, teamwork and resilience—qualities that continue to unite and inspire Nigerians. “Even in defeat, you showed character, teamwork, and resilience, and those qualities…

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, has arrested a 20-year-old man for allegedly attempting to smuggle Indian hemp into a custodial facility located within the Kano High Court premises. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Musbahu Lawan-Kofarnasarawa, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Kano. Just In: NCoS Recaptures Five Fleeing Inmates in Kogi State He said the suspect, a resident of Tishama Hotoro Quarters, Kano, was apprehended by officers from the Goron Dutse Custodial Centre while inmates were being escorted to court for their hearings. “During the exercise, the suspect was found to have concealed…

The Kano State chapter of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has pledged to donate equipment worth ₦1 million to the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), Kano State Command, to strengthen its security operations in the state. The pledge was made by the ACF Chairman in Kano State, Dr. Goni Faruk Umar, while receiving members of the CJTF during a courtesy visit to the forum’s secretariat in Kano. Dr. Umar said the donation formed part of ACF’s commitment to supporting community-based security initiatives and assured the CJTF of a sustainable partnership. He also promised to mobilise additional support for the group…

Nigeria has officially launched its Carbon Market Framework, a landmark move aimed at accelerating climate action and positioning the country as a leading player in the global green economy. The announcement was made at the ongoing Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, one of the world’s foremost platforms for climate innovation and investment. The National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), headed by its Director-General, Mrs. Omotenioye Majekodunmi, explained that the framework provides a clear regulatory and institutional structure for carbon trading in Nigeria. The system is designed to enable local and international investors to finance climate-smart projects, earn verified carbon credits, and…

Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has inducted 51 new Doctors of Pharmacy at its third induction and oath-taking ceremony for the 2023/2024 academic session, held at the Mahmud Tukur Theatre, Old Campus. The Oath of Allegiance was administered by the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN) through its representative, Professor Olabisi Obisesan, who congratulated the graduands and urged them to uphold professional ethics as they prepare for their compulsory internship at PCN-accredited centres. Speaking at the ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Haruna Musa, fsi, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Development), Professor Amina Mustapha, described the event as a defining milestone in…

Ado Salisu The gates of the retirement home opened slowly that morning, but what entered was anything but quiet. Led by their president, Mrs. Damilola Igbasan, members of the Muslim Teachers College Old Students Association, Class of ’83 (MUTECO ’83), arrived not with fanfare, but with purpose. Thirteen men and women, bound by shared history and strengthened by compassion, came bearing gifts, warm smiles and something far rarer—remembrance. For the elderly residents, many of whom have learned to measure time in long, silent hours, the visit felt like a sudden burst of light. Food items and essential supplies worth millions…

Ado Salisu Former Chairman of the Gombe State Football Association, Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, has called on Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Isyaka Rabiu, to channel his financial support towards the development of local football clubs and sports infrastructure in Nigeria rather than offering dollar incentives to Super Eagles players. Gombe made the appeal in a statement posted on his social media platforms, arguing that the huge sums being used to motivate the national team players—whom he described as already wealthy—would have greater impact if invested in grassroots sports development. He said, “At the risk of being attacked…

The Kebbi State Government has rejected allegations by the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) regarding the N10 billion intervention for intending pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj, describing the claims as misleading and not reflective of the full facts. Addressing journalists in Birnin Kebbi, the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed, clarified that the amount was not a sponsorship but a short-term loan advanced through the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency to enable intending pilgrims meet the payment deadline set by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). He explained that NAHCON fixed 5 December 2025 as the deadline for…