Ibrahim Ibrahim The Jigawa State Police Command says it has it apprehended thirty-eight (38) vehicles found in flagrant violation of established traffic regulations, specifically, non-compliance with lawful tinted permit standards. This was contained in a press statement signed by the command’s spokesman SP. Lawan Shiisu Adam issued a statement to the newsmen. Police Arrest Nine Suspected Cattle Rustlers in Jigawa He said, the infractions hinder effective law enforcement, impede identification, and compromise public safety. According to the statement ” In line with this mandate, the Command has intensified vigilance against violations related to covered vehicle plate numbers and unauthorised tinted…
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Ibrahim Ibrahim A 30-year-old woman, identified as Adama Hannafi, has reportedly taken her own life by hanging herself from a tree in Sumore village, Dutse Local Government Area of Jigawa State. A resident informed newsmen that the tragic incident occurred on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m. Israeli Attacks Kill 21 in Gaza; 181 Dead from Hunger The deceased, a housewife and mother of four, was said to have been battling mental illness before the incident. According to the source, her body was discovered by passersby who promptly alerted security operatives. Confirming the incident in a statement issued…
May Agbamuche-Mbu, a seasoned legal luminary with over three decades of experience, has been appointed Acting Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), succeeding Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. Concerns Grow Over INEC’s Silence on APC’s Premature Campaign Her appointment marks a pivotal moment as INEC embarks on a new phase in strengthening Nigeria’s democratic and electoral processes. 1. Birth and Early Life Born in Kano State and originally from Delta State, Agbamuche-Mbu’s upbringing across Nigeria’s diverse regions shaped her strong sense of national unity. Her northern and southern heritage continues to reflect in her balanced approach to public service and…
Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai In today’s globally connected environment, the proliferation of misinformation has become a potent weapon wielded by adversaries to sow chaos, manipulate facts, and shape public opinion. These individuals exploit opportunities to fabricate narratives, crafting counterfeit stories with the sole aim of deception, often mimicking truth to mislead the public. Gov Yusuf Tasks Committee to Mobilize 10M Voters in Kano It is regrettable that such individuals fail to verify credible information about the administration of Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf. Instead, they resort to manipulation and falsification of his achievements, undermining the character of Abba Gida Gida. Those familiar…
Olufunmi Zainab The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the health and rights of Nigerians through stricter enforcement of food safety and quality standards nationwide. The Executive Vice Chairman of the Commission, Mr. Olatunji Bello, made this known on Tuesday during a one-day sensitisation campaign themed “Food Quality Standards, Safety Regulations, and Fair Business Practices”, organised by the Commission. Keyamo Rebukes FCCPC Over Air Peace Fare Probe Represented by the Director of Quality Assurance and Development, Dr. Nkechi Mba, Bello said the campaign aimed to raise public awareness about the dangers of food…
The Ummatee Centre for the Promotion of Public Education, Accountability and Social Safety (Ummatee-C4PASS) has commended ongoing national efforts aimed at achieving industrial self-reliance, job creation, and inclusive economic growth. Citing the operations of the Dangote Refinery as a landmark private sector investment with vast potential to transform Nigeria’s energy and manufacturing landscape. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Ghazali Ibrahim Ungogo, the civil society organisation praised the refinery’s contribution to Nigeria’s industrial advancement. Kano Za Ta Hada Gwiwa da Kungiyoyi Don Rage Talauci — Kibiya While urging all stakeholders, including the Federal Government, industry regulators, and labour…
The Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR) has lauded religious leaders in Sumaila Local Government Area for their consistent support in advancing public health, particularly in promoting immunisation and other life-saving interventions. In a statement signed by the Executive Administrator of CHR, Nafisa Shehu Ibrahim, the organisation expressed deep appreciation to the religious leaders during a meeting held on Saturday, 4th October 2025, at the District Head’s Palace in Sumaila. CHR Applauds Gavi, UNICEF for Solar-Powered PHCs to Tackle Zero-Dose Children in Kano The session, jointly conducted by the LGA Health Educator and CHR’s Executive Administrator, brought together religious leaders…
Sani Haruna The Kebbi State Police Command has strongly refuted allegations credited to the Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Kebbi Chapter, suggesting that the state has become ungovernable or inaccessible to law enforcement and judicial authorities. In a statement issued in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, described the claim as false, misleading, and grossly irresponsible, urging the public to disregard it completely. According to the statement, “At no time or under any circumstance has any part of Kebbi State become ungovernable or inaccessible to security or judicial institutions.” The Command…
Ado Salisu The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced plans to embark on a comprehensive inspection of sports facilities in Enugu State from October 21 to 24, 2025, as part of preparations for the upcoming 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged “Coal City Games 2026.” According to the Commission, the inspection exercise is a vital step toward ensuring that facilities meet the required standards for hosting a world-class sporting event that celebrates excellence, unity, and talent development across Nigeria. NSC Endorses AFFAN for National Sports Federation Boards During the four-day exercise, the inspection team will assess existing sports infrastructure, review progress…
As part of its commitment to women’s economic empowerment, the Kano State Government KNSG has announced plans to organize training sessions on hygienic milk handling, product preparation, and preservation techniques for female milk vendors across the state. The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children and People with Special Needs, Ambassador Amina Abdullahi Sani, disclosed this during a working visit to the Female Milk Vendors’ (Nono Sellers) Market located along Zaria Road in Kano. Kebbi Gov Commends Enabo for Largest Empowerment Programme in State’s History According to the Commissioner, the visit aimed to assess the current conditions of the market and…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested no fewer than 153 suspects following coordinated raids on criminal hideouts, black spots, and drug joints across the state. Spokesman of the Command, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Monday, noting that the operation was part of the police’s sustained efforts to rid the state of crime and criminality. Ex-Senator Abbo in Police Custody Over Alleged Rape of Minor “Operatives of the Jigawa State Police Command have successfully carried out coordinated raids on criminals’ hideouts, black spots, and drug joints across the forty-two (42)…
Shugaban kasa Bola Ahmed Tinubu ya bayar da umarnin rage kudin Hajjin shekarar 2026 cikin gaggawa. Umarnin hakan ya biyo ta hannun mataimakin shugaban kasa Kashim Shettima inda ya bukaci hukumar aikin hajji ta kasa NAHCON da ta fito da sabbon farashin cikin kwanaki biyu. 2026 Hajj: Kano Pilgrims to Pay ₦8.5m Deposit, 5,684 Slots Allocated Wannan, inji mataimakin shugaban kasar, ya zama dole duba da yadda ake ci gaba da kara darajan Naira akan dala. Mataimakin shugaban kasa Shettima wanda ya mika umarnin shugaban kasar a yayin wata ganawa da mahukunta da shugabannin hukumar NAHCON a fadar shugaban kasa.…
Wata Kotun Majistare mai lamba 7 da ke Kano karkashin jagorancin Mai Shari’a Halima Wali ta yanke hukuncin tura Ashiru Idris, wanda aka fi sani da Maiwushirya, gidan gyaran hali na tsawon makonni biyu, bayan da aka same shi da laifin yada hotuna da bidiyon batsa tare da wata budurwa a kafafen sada zumunta. Wannan hukunci ya biyo bayan karar da Hukumar Tace Fina-finai da Dab’i ta Jihar Kano ta shigar a kansa, bisa zargin karya dokokin hukumar. Court Orders Investigation into Alleged Affair Involving Sankara Jami’in yada labarai na hukumar, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, ne ya tabbatar da hakan cikin…
Salejo Aliyu Abuja – The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), sitting in Jikwoyi Kurudu, on Monday adjourned to November 5, 2025, the hearing of a suit challenging the proceedings, report, and recommendations of the Ministerial Committee set up by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on the disputed River Park Estate. The adjournment by Justice Mohammed Zubairu followed the failure of the counsel representing the FCT Minister and the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), the 1st and 2nd respondents, to file and serve their reply processes on the applicants. FG, Police Set Up Nat’l Task Force to Recover…
Ibrahim Sulaiman The Arewa Grassroot Farmers Alliance of Nigeria has called on the Federal Government to stop the importation of farm produce into the country, warning that continued importation is discouraging local farmers and threatening national food security. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Nasir El-Rufai Hall in Ikara, Kaduna State, the Acting Chairman of the Alliance, Mr Dauda Musa, said Nigeria has the capacity to produce enough food to feed itself if the right policies are implemented. Mr Musa explained that the country’s over-reliance on imported farm produce had weakened domestic production and discouraged millions of smallholder…
A dangerous quietness is spreading—one that chokes the air and stifles urgency. Since ASUU issued its 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government on September 29th, the expected clamour of concern has been replaced by a graveyard silence. The ultimatum expire13th Oc 13thtober, yet the remains silent, mute, civil society is indifferent, religious leaders are looking away, student unions are asleep, and the public acts as if all is well. But all is not well. We are standing on the brink of another nationwide shutdown of our tertiary institutions—lectures halted, exams suspended, admissions paused, convocations cancelled. And for what? For failure…
As part of efforts to enhance food security and improve nutrition, the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Programme under the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has launched the distribution of home gardening toolkits to 1,445 households across eight local government areas in Kano State. The initiative, which falls under the SAPZ’s Targeted Nutrition Support Programme, aims to empower households particularly women and vulnerable groups by enabling them to cultivate nutrient-rich vegetables and crops within their homes. Speaking during the official launch of the programme in Kano,the State Project Coordinator (SPC) of the SAPZ, Aminu Iliyasu, said the intervention is…
Ado Salisu The President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, has reaffirmed the Federation’s resolve to ensure Nigeria’s elite athletes achieve podium finishes at next year’s Commonwealth Games. Chief Okowa stated this shortly after a strategic stakeholders’ meeting held in Abuja, where preparations and key takeaways from the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, were extensively reviewed. According to him, the AFN — in partnership with its sponsors and with continued support from the National Sports Commission (NSC) — is committed to providing athletes with the necessary support in training, welfare, logistics, and other essential…
As Ahmadu Bello University, ABU, Zaria, marks its 63rd anniversary, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adamu Ahmed says the institution faces a steady loss of skilled staff to better opportunities both locally and globally. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the vice-chancellor disclosed this at a press conference as part of activities to celebrate the 63rd anniversary of the institution in Zaria. He lamented that: “Aging infrastructure and poor renumeration have dampened staff motivation. It is disheartening to state that the university has lost nearly 2,000 staff in the last five years.” According to him, currently, the institution is in dire…
The Forum of Progressive Academics (FPA) has strongly condemned what it described as a politically motivated attempt to sabotage the 65th Independence Day celebration in Kano State. Speaking at a press conference held at NUJ Press centre in Kano Dr. Abubakar Isa Ibrahim, President of the Forum, said the group was compelled to speak out against the growing politicization of security in the state, which threatens peace and unity. Kano Gov Fumes as Police Shun 65th Independence Celebration According to Dr. Ibrahim, the withdrawal of police personnel from the Independence Day parade was not only abrupt but appeared to be…