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…
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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…
Ibrahim Ibrahim Jigawa Primary Health Care Development Agency (PHCDA) has targeted 3,186,521 children against measles and rubella across the state. Jigawa state immunization officer, Shehu Ibrahim srated this during a media dialogue and sensitisation for the upcoming integrated vaccination campaign in the state scheduled to commence on 06 October, to 15th, 2025. He said the integrated exercise targeted 48-49% population, covering children between 9 months and -14. 7.8m Children in Kano to Receive Measles, Rubella, and Polio Vaccines “The exercise targeted children from 9 months to 14 years for measles/rubella, NOPV 0 to 59 months, HPV 9 years to 14,…
Ibrahim Ibrahim An overhead water tank containing thousands of litres of water has exploded in Shirinya Quarters, Malam Madori Local Government Area of Jigawa State, injuring several families. The incident, which occurred around midnight on Thursday near the railway line, was confirmed in a statement by Musa Muhammad, the Information Officer for Malam Madori and Kaugama LGAs. President Tinubu Commissions Greater Abuja Water Project According to the statement, the force of the explosion caused injuries to residents living close to the water station. The injured are currently receiving treatment at the Malam Madori General Hospital. No fatalities have been reported.…
The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) has officially launched the 2025 edition of the Transparency and Integrity Index (TII), reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to promoting ethical standards, openness, and accountability across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The unveiling ceremony took place at the main auditorium of the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja, with high-level stakeholders, development partners, and civil society representatives in attendance. NIPR, BPSR Sign Agreement to Boost Public Service Reforms In his opening remarks, Director-General of BPSR, Mr. Dasuki Ibrahim Arabi, described the TII as a critical instrument for deepening governance reforms and enhancing public…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency Lejone Mpotjoane, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations of the Kingdom of Lesotho, as the nation marks its Independence Anniversary. Ambassador Tuggar, on behalf of the Government and people of Nigeria, joined the Basotho nation in celebrating this momentous occasion, commending the country’s achievements since independence. Indiscipline, Poor Planning Costing Nigeria World Cup Spot-Editors to NFF He noted that Lesotho’s steady progress in democratic governance, social development, and cultural preservation reflects the resilience, unity, and determination of its people and leadership. “Nigeria shares…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has declared that Nigeria’s marine and blue economy sector is being strategically repositioned to serve as the country’s major revenue earner, replacing crude oil as the dominant source of national income. Speaking at the Institute of Maritime Studies, University of Lagos (UNILAG), during the official visit of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Secretary-General, Arsenio Domínguez, Oyetola highlighted the vast opportunities inherent in the maritime sector. 2025 Performance Bonds Signed to Unlock Nigeria’s Blue Economy He said the Federal Government is committed to unlocking these opportunities through investments in infrastructure, manpower development,…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday reiterated his administration’s commitment to fostering national unity and ensuring fairness among all religious groups in Nigeria. The President made this declaration during a meeting with Christian leaders at the Headquarters of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) in Jos, Plateau State. Nat’l Theatre Renamed Soyinka Centre as Tinubu Marks Independence “I have a mission to unite this country, ensure its prosperity, and we are making progress,” President Tinubu stated. The visit coincided with the funeral of Nana Lydia Yilwatda, the late mother of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Professor Nentawe…
Kamaludeen Sani Shawai When someone saves lives and gives others a reason to breathe, gratitude and humility become a duty. The recent generosity shown by the Executive Governor of Kano State, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, is a testament to leadership rooted in justice, fairness, and inclusiveness. His commitment to the people regardless of political affiliation is evident in the recent disbursement of more than ₦5 billion aimed at clearing the backlog of gratuities inherited from the previous administration, as well as the payment of outstanding severance packages to former councillors. Gov Yusuf Clears N22 Billion Pension Debt, Vows Full Settlement…