Sani Haruna Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, on Thursday presented a proposed 2026 Appropriation Bill of ₦642,930,818,157.99 to the State House of Assembly, describing it as a “Budget of Transformations and People’s Empowerment.” Presenting the fiscal proposal before lawmakers, Governor Idris highlighted key allocations aimed at strengthening security, improving infrastructure and supporting education. He announced that ₦3 billion has been earmarked for the state’s Security Trust Fund, while ₦30 billion is proposed for the Koko–Mahuta–Dabai road project one of the state’s major infrastructural priorities. Senate Commits to Timely Passage of 2026 Budget- Akpabio The Governor also reaffirmed his administration’s…
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Nigeria’s Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, alongside leading civil society organisations and public-health advocates,has backed Senate efforts to strengthen and restructure the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) Tax, warning that the country is facing a rapidly escalating non-communicable disease (NCD) burden linked to high consumption of sugary drinks. The call came during a public hearing organised by the Senate Joint Committee on Finance, Customs and Excise in Abuja. Stakeholders urged lawmakers to replace the current fixed ₦10-per-litre excise duty introduced in 2021 with a percentage-based levy tied to retail prices, arguing that the existing rate has been eroded…
Bayero University, Kano (BUK) is hosting the 5th National Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) for professionals in tertiary institutions, taking place from November 25 to 28, 2025. The conference, themed “Advancing Institutional Transformation through Strategic Public Relations in Higher Education,” has drawn participants from across Nigeria, including PR professionals, media and communication experts, directors of public affairs, and representatives of federal, state, and private institutions. Strengthen Your PR Capacity Before 2026 World Forum-NIPR to Universities Declaring the conference open, the Vice-Chancellor of BUK, Professor Haruna Musa,represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Management Services), Professor Aliyu Mu’azu,said the…
The Kano State Government KNSG has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of eminent Islamic scholar and revered spiritual leader, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, who died in the early hours of Thursday after a prolonged illness. Family sources confirmed that the respected cleric passed peacefully at an age believed to be over 100 years. Just in: Buhari’s Remains Depart London for State Burial in Daura Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi was widely regarded as one of the most influential Islamic scholars of his generation. His teachings, spiritual guidance, and unwavering commitment to the propagation of Islamic knowledge impacted millions across Nigeria and…
Universities and other tertiary institutions across Nigeria have been urged to begin preparations for the 2026 World Public Relations Forum (WPRF), as the country gets set to become the first in West Africa to host public relations professionals from more than 100 countries. President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Dr Ike Neliaku, made the call during the 5th National Conference of Public Relations Professionals in Tertiary Institutions, held at Bayero University Kano (BUK). NIPR President Urges Youths to Speak Positive of Nigeria Dr Neliaku said hosting the global forum offers Nigeria a unique opportunity to demonstrate professional…
Adamu Yusuf The Beyond Barracks Project has recommended expanding Nigeria’s military personnel to one million to effectively respond to the country’s evolving security threats. It also proposed increasing the Nigeria Police Force to 1.5 million officers to ensure nationwide coverage, rapid response, and sustained security presence, especially as criminal networks and armed groups continue to adopt more sophisticated tactics. ‘Duke of Barracks’: NDAOWA Honours Mohammed Thompson for Empowering Military Youths The Executive Director of the Beyond Barracks Project, Mohammed Thompson, made the call in a statement issued to journalists in Kaduna. He said the organisation, which is committed to the…
In a strategic move to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare and industrial sectors, the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has facilitated the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC), EMS Brazil, and Oaks Medical Limited. The signing ceremony, presided over by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, marks a significant step in translating high-level diplomatic engagements into operational partnerships. The MoU follows discussions between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva during President Tinubu’s recent visit to Brazil. Both leaders emphasized the…
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has officially handed over the 24 rescued schoolgirls of Maga Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School to their families, a day after they regained freedom from bandits. The brief handover ceremony was held at the Government House, Birnin Kebbi, in the presence of the girls’ parents, government officials, security representatives, and well-wishers. Kebbi Government Reopens GGCS Maga, Assures Full Security Speaking at the event, Governor Idris commended the courage and professionalism of the security operatives involved in the search-and-rescue mission. He also appreciated the people of Kebbi State for their prayers and unwavering support throughout…
The Emir of Rano, Ambassador Dr. Muhammad Isa Umaru, has pledged the emirate’s full support to the Maryam Idris Umar College of Education, as part of efforts to strengthen education in Rano and across Kano State. The Emir gave the assurance when he received the management, staff, and students of the college at his palace. The delegation was led by the institution’s proprietor, Alhaji Sani Jogana, and the provost, Hajiya Bilkisu Abdullahi Turaki. In a statement issued by the Head of Public Relations of the college, Ado Salisu, the Emir described education as the backbone of development, particularly at a…
Ado Salisu Former NBA star and influential Nigerian basketball figure, Olumide Oyedeji, has hailed the Lagos Legends for their dramatic 74–72 victory over Rivers Hoopers, a win that secured the team its first-ever NBBF Premier League title and qualification for the 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL). Oyedeji, who owns Hoops N’ Read and serves on the board of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), described the victory as a significant milestone for the domestic league. He said the Legends’ success demonstrates that Nigerian clubs can reach continental standards through effective planning and discipline. He urged the newly crowned champions to begin…
The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested a 58-year-old woman, Besirat Tijjani from Oyo State, and her alleged accomplice, 45-year-old Habibu Idris from Jigawa State, over the suspected trafficking of three young girls. In a statement, the Deputy Commander-General of the Hisbah Board, Dr. Mujahid Aminudeen Abubakar, confirmed that the suspects were apprehended following a heated argument between them over the payment arrangement for the girls. 44 Kano Hisbah Commanders Elevated to Superintendent Rank According to him, preliminary investigations revealed that Habibu Idris had been trafficking girls from Jigawa State for ₦10,000 each, but on this occasion demanded ₦15,000 per…
Safiyanu Dantala Jobawa An bukaci iyayen yara musamman na ‘yan mata masu shekaru tara (9) da su ba da cikakken hadin kai domin tabbatar da ingantaccen gudanar da rigakafin cutar sankarar mahaifa (HPV) a jihar Kano. An yi wannan kira ne a wani shiri na wayar da kan jama’a kan rigakafin HPV da aka gudanar a ranar Laraba a makarantar firamare ta Garun Mallam Kudu Special, da ke karamar hukumar Garun Mallam. HPV Vaccine Community Outreach Records Encouraging Turnout in Kano Shirin ya gudana ne ƙarƙashin jagorancin Aisha Ibrahim Abdulkadir, wacce ta wakilci ƙungiyar E-Health Africa, mai jagorantar gangamin wayar…
Khadijah Aliyu The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) Kano Trade Zone (KFTZ) has convened the 2025 Investors and Stakeholders Forum, bringing together key actors from across the investment and regulatory landscape to strengthen collaboration and boost economic activities within the zone. The event, held at the KFTZ Conference Room, was attended by investors and representatives of major regulatory bodies, including the Nigeria Customs Service, Nigeria Immigration Service, NAFDAC, Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), NDLEA, NESREA, Kano Emirate Council, and other relevant stakeholders. Cross River to Host Global Investment Summit in London In his welcome address, the Head of the…
Nafisa Murtala Ahmad At just 17, Husaila Mubarak (not real name) had already learned to make herself small. Growing up in the Kura Local Government Area of Kano State, her days were long and repetitive. Before dawn, she helped her mother fry bean cakes (kosai), then spent afternoons fetching water for the household. Her schooling ended abruptly in JSS 3, not due to a lack of interest, but because of financial hardship. “In my mind, I told myself, maybe school is not for girls like me. I just accepted it because that is what I saw everywhere. “Many girls in…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar Namadi, has presented a proposed budget of ₦901.841 billion for the 2026 fiscal year, tagged the “Budget of Innovation and Transformation for Greater Jigawa II. ”The budget is designed to drive development and implement key projects across the state. Public Hospital Care: The Jigawa State Instance, Lessons from the 2025 Ranking According to the Governor, the budget allocates ₦693.4 billion (76.9%) to capital expenditure and ₦208.4 billion to recurrent expenditure. Notably, Education and Health sectors received over ₦310 billion, reflecting the administration’s focus on social services. Speaking on the presentation, the…
The Kano State Government has called on all 44 Local Government Areas to actively participate in the 2025 National Agricultural Show and use the platform to showcase the state’s agricultural capacity to a national and global audience. The call was made by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Mohammed Tajo Othman, during the opening ceremony of the 17th edition of the annual show held in Karu, Nasarawa State. The Commissioner, represented by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Local Government Matters, Alhaji Bashir Abubakar Yaro, said it was time for renewed commitment to agriculture as…
Civil Society In Malaria Control, Immunization And Nutrition (ACOMIN), through its COVID-19 Response Mechanism (C-19 RM) project, has organized a media engagement and dissemination meeting in Kano, bringing together journalists and key stakeholders in the health sector. Speaking at the event, Dr. Nura Haladu, ACOMIN Kano State Chair, said the quarterly dialogue was designed to strengthen collaboration between the media, civil society organizations, and health actors involved in the C-19 project. He explained that the ongoing intervention focuses on ensuring accountability in the management of Global Fund–supported Malaria, HIV, and Tuberculosis (ATM) commodities across selected health facilities in the state.…
The Women Ambassadors of Nigeria Network (WAN-NET) has expressed deep concern over the recent abductions of schoolgirls in Kebbi and Niger States, describing the attacks as a grave setback to national efforts to protect women and girls from violence. In a statement signed by the Chairperson of WAN-NET, Ambassador Dr. Eniola Ajayi, and Secretary, Ambassador Safiya Ahmad Nuhu, PhD to mark the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. 315 Students, Teachers Abducted in Nigeria’s Second Mass Kidnapping- CAN The network said the incidents highlight the ongoing vulnerability of girls in conflict-prone communities, despite 25 years of international commitments…
Ibrahim Ibrahim Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has identified poverty as the fundamental cause of the challenges confronting the Northern region. This was contained in a press statement signed by Hamisu Mohammed Gumel The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor addressed newsmen. Ending the Silence: Tackling Menstrual Poverty with Dignity The Governor made this disclosure in Kaduna during the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) and the Launching of its Endowment Fund. Governor Namadi emphasised that insecurity remains a major challenge, its root causes especially poverty must be addressed through practical, long-term economic solutions. He noted…
Ibrahim Muhammad Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Jigawa State have called on former Governor Sule Lamido to consider joining another political party, citing the deepening internal crisis within the PDP. The call was contained in a communiqué issued after a meeting held at the PDP state secretariat, signed by the state chairman, Hon. Ali Idris Diginsa, and made available to newsmen. ADC Woos Grassroots as Top Lagos Politicians Dump PDP, LP The stakeholders expressed concern over what they described as the party’s worsening internal conflict and the leadership’s failure to address lingering disputes. They accused the party…