Sani Haruna In a significant boost to educational development in Katsina State, the Abubakar Marketer Foundation has disbursed ₦3 million in scholarships to 100 students of the Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), all of whom are indigenes of Dutsinma Local Government Area. The scholarship ceremony, held at the Dutsinma Local Government Secretariat, was flagged off by the Chairman of the Council, Alhaji Kabir Shema Abdulsalam. FUDMA Student Killed by JTF, Sparking Protests, Road Blockage He described the initiative as a timely and commendable intervention aimed at supporting underprivileged youths in accessing quality tertiary education during the 2025/2026 academic session. “This initiative…
Author: Editor
Read More
Kabiru Haruna The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has officially inaugurated Nigeria’s first National EdTech Strategy in a joint event between the Federal Ministry of Education and the Federal Ministry of Communication and Digital Economy,with support from international development partners. Speaking at the event, Dr. Alausa emphasized that this is the first phase of a broader, ambitious digital education plan aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The strategy aims to expand access to quality education, especially for the country’s large population of out-of-school children and youth, by leveraging educational technology (EdTech). “This is a big…
The Kano State Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs has expressed its readiness to collaborate with the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) to enhance public awareness of its services and programmes. The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, made this known while receiving the North-West Regional Coordinator of the NEPC, Hajiya Amina Abdulmalik, who paid him a courtesy visit in his office. Dangote Refinery Exports Two Cargoes Of Jet Fuel To Saudi Comrade Waiya noted with concern that many residents of the state are unaware of the various opportunities and services offered by the Council, which…
The Kano State Chapter of the Spinal Cord Injury Association has paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Women Affairs, Children and Disabled, in preparation for the upcoming International Day of Spinal Cord Injury, scheduled for September 5. During the visit, the Chairman of the association, Abdulraman Uba Daushe, said the program aims to raise awareness among spinal cord injury victims on proper self-care and long-term management. Kano CSOs Urge Peaceful Eid Celebrations, Commend Security Agencies He also stressed the importance of educating the public on how to handle accident victims to prevent secondary injuries during emergency response. “The…
In a bid to strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders in the fight against poverty, the Kano State Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Alhaji Adamu Aliyu Kibiya, has commenced courtesy visits to prominent business philanthropists across the state. During a recent visit to Alhaji Sadiq Dan Gaske, a notable business mogul in Dawanau Market, the Commissioner emphasized the importance of collaboration between the Ministry and the private sector in supporting the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. 2026 IWD Iftar: Dr. Magashi Hosts MWAN, Women-Led Humanitarian Organizations in Kano According to a statement by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Halima Sani Gadanya,…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) Ltd has officially ruled out sale of the Port Harcourt Refining Company, reaffirming its commitment to completing high-graded rehabilitation and retention of the plant. The Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of NNPC Limited, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, announced this at a company-wide town hall meeting on Tuesday at the NNPC Towers, Abuja. NNPC, MOFI Explore Strategies to Boost Nigeria’s Energy Sector He stated that the position isn’t a shift. Rather, it is informed by ongoing detailed technical and financial reviews of the Port Harcourt, Kaduna and Warri refineries. The ongoing review indicates that the…
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) expresses deep concern over reports that Mr. Shehu Ahmed Buwayi, a resident of Azare, Bauchi State, is currently being targeted for arrest following an article he published criticising the administrative conduct of the Vice Chancellor of Sa’adu Zungur University, Gadau (SAZU). CITAD Applauds NCC’s Bold Move to Modernize Telecom Licensing According to credible sources, the University’s Vice Chancellor is allegedly working in collaboration with the Bauchi State Department of State Services (DSS) to track down Mr. Buwayi for exercising his constitutional right to freedom of expression. This is an alarming abuse of…
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, has recorded a major milestone in its anti-crime efforts, securing 23 convictions for various offences between January and July 2025. The convictions—ranging from two weeks to three years imprisonment—covered offences such as stealing, assault, burglary, felony, and escape from lawful custody. CP Azare Assumes Duty, Vows to Tackle Crime in Akwa Ibom The CP noted that the convictions reflect the Command’s strategic focus on professional investigation, diligent prosecution, and adherence to constitutional due process. The positive impact of these convictions has been particularly…
Kano State’s major urban beautification and renewal initiative under the administration of Gov Abba Kabir Yusuf has received a major boost following its endorsement by the Ministry for Public Procurement, Project Monitoring and Evaluation (MPPPM&E). During a recent monitoring tour of eight key infrastructure sites across Kano metropolis, the HCommissioner of MPPPM&E, Comrade Nura Ma’aji Sumaila, expressed satisfaction with the quality and pace of work. Kano Govt Unveils Compensation Plan For Tal’udu Overpass The projects inspected include two strategic flyovers at Dan Agundi and Tal’udu Roundabout; road reconstruction works at Abbas Road, Zungeru Road, Dan Dinshe; the Kofar Waika–Unguwar Dabai–Yan…
The Kaduna State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has expressed delight over the appointment of Alhaji Ahmed Maiyaki, former Managing Director of the Kaduna State Media Corporation (KSMC), as the new Commissioner of Information by the Executive Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani. In a statement jointly signed by the Council Chairman, Comrade Abdulgafar Alabelewe, and Secretary, Comrade Gambo Santos Sanga, the NUJ described the appointment as a welcome development and a step in the right direction, given Maiyaki’s track record of professionalism, humility, and teamwork spanning over two decades in the journalism profession. The…
Nurses under the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives Federal Health Institutions Sector (NANNM-FHI) have embarked on a seven-day warning strike, ignoring appeals from the Federal Government. The industrial action, which kicked off at midnight Wednesday, follows the expiration of a 15-day ultimatum issued on July 14. Brazil-Nigeria Deal to Transform Pharma Industry, Medical Workforce Morakinyo Rilwan, the National Chairman of NANNM-FHI, said on Tuesday that the government failed to engage meaningfully with the association during the negotiation window. According to him, the strike became inevitable due to the government’s silence on critical demands, which include an upward review…
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari,received a delegation from the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), led by its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Armstrong Takang, at the NNPC Towers in Abuja. The courtesy visit focused on strengthening collaboration between the two institutions, particularly in the gas and power value chain, as part of ongoing efforts to advance Nigeria’s energy sector. NNPC Gas Subsidiary to Build 46MMSCFD CNG & LNG Facilities During the meeting, both parties discussed strategic opportunities aimed at fostering shared value, national prosperity, and…
The Kano State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, has commended the seamless conduct of the ongoing National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS) examinations in the state. Dr. Makoda made the remarks during a monitoring visit to the School for Arabic Studies (SAS) and Abdullahi Bayero College of Qur’anic Studies in Kano Municipality. Gov Yusuf Pays Over 3BN for Secondary School Students to Sit for NECO, NABTEB, NBAIS Final-year students of Arabic and Islamic schools across Nigeria sat for their Islamic Studies paper as part of the core subjects of the examination. The Commissioner expressed satisfaction with…
As part of ongoing efforts to boost maternal and child health in Kano, the United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF, has called on the state government, KNSG, to increase paid maternity leave days to better protect maternal and infant health and promote exclusive breastfeeding. Speaking during the launch of the first round of the 2025 Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health Week (MNCHW) in Madobi LGA Kano. Kano Provides Free Maternity Kits Cesarian Surgeries to Women The Chief UNICEF Field Office Kano, Mr. Rahama Rihood Mohammed Farah, emphasised the importance of supportive workplace policies for mothers, especially in the early stages of…
The Kano State Government KNSG has flagged off the first round of the 2025 Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week (MNCHW) with the distribution of 6,000 delivery packs and 500 Caesarean section (C/S) kits to health facilities across the state. Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, represented by his deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, presided over the official launch ceremony held at Birji Primary Health Centre in Madobi Local Government Area. He described MNCH Week as a week of extensive healthcare services delivered to the state’s growing population, particularly in rural and underserved communities across all 44 Local Government Areas. He…
The United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF Nigeria, has officially announced the appointment of Ms. Wafaa Saeed Abdelatef as its new Country Representative, bringing over two decades of global humanitarian and development experience to one of the agency’s largest country programs. Wafaa succeeds her tenure in Somalia, where she led UNICEF’s efforts in advancing child rights and delivering lifesaving services amid one of the world’s most complex humanitarian crises. Her appointment to Nigeria signals a renewed focus on strategic leadership and program delivery to improve the lives of millions of children nationwide. Kano Advances Climate-Resilient Edu With FCDO/UNICEF Support UNICEF described…
The Kano State Government KNSG in collaboration with the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Change (PACE), has officially launched its Climate Change Policy, marking a bold step toward environmental sustainability and resilient development. The policy was unveiled during a high-level event held at the Armani Event Centre in Kano. MoECC, PACE Organizes Sessions to Finalize Climate Change Plan Representing Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at the launch, the Secretary to the State Government, Ibrahim Farouk, described the policy as a “major milestone” in repositioning Kano as a progressive sub-national actor in climate governance. He explained that, designed as a strategic…
Amurka na shirin hana ƴan Nijeriya zuwa haihuwa a ƙasar Ofishin Jakadancin Amurka da ke Najeriya ya fitar da gargaɗi cewa duk wani mai neman biza da aka gano cewa tafiyarsa zuwa ƙasar ta haihuwa ce da nufin samawa jaririn da za a haifa takardar shaidar zama ɗan ƙasa to za a hana shi shiga ƙasar. Wannan gargaɗi ya fito ne ta shafin na X @USinNigeria a yau Litinin. Ofishin jakadancin ya jaddada cewa jami’an bayar da biza za su ƙi amincewa da buƙatun biza idan sun fahimci cewa babban dalilin tafiyar mutum shi ne haihuwa a Amurka. Daily Nigerian…
Ramatu Garba A Non-Governmental Organisation, Bridge Connect Africa Initiative(BCAI), has trained 50 survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and women at risk in Kano State on recognising and responding to various forms of GBV. The participants, all women, were selected across seven local government areas of the state – Dawakin Tofa, Bichi, Garko, Rimini Gado, Dawakin Kudu, Minjibir and Kumbtoso LGA. AGILE Project Empowers Kano Girls With GBV Awareness The two-day training themed: “Promoting Women’s Economic Growth Against Violence through Sustainable Practices in Kano”. Speaking at the event, Ms Makkiyya Suleiman, the project team lead, said the programme was organised to…
President Donald Trump plans to withdraw the US from the United Nations body that deals with education, science and culture UNESCO for a second time, citing an ideological agenda that it says doesn’t serve US national interests. “President Trump has decided to withdraw the United States from UNESCO – which supports woke, divisive cultural and social causes that are totally out-of-step with the commonsense policies that Americans voted for in November,” White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly said. “This President will always put America First and ensure our country’s membership in all international organizations aligns with our national interests.” State Department…