The Jigawa State Government has cautioned beneficiaries of donations from the Qatar Charity Foundation against misusing or selling the items provided to them. Governor Umar Namadi stated this while speaking at the official launching and handing over of lively support to sixty beneficiaries by Qatar charity foundation in Jigawa State held at Banquet Hall, Dutse. He expressed his dismay at the habit of some beneficiaries of the empowerment programme of misusing or selling the support. He said the state Government has mandated all the beneficiaries to sign the utilisation agreement to ensure proper use of the items. NDLEA Cracks Syndicate…
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The Kano State Government KNSG has attributed the state’s low immunization coverage to the growing influx of unvaccinated children fleeing insecurity in neighboring Northwest states such as Zamfara, Katsina, and Sokoto. The State Commissioner of Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, stated this during the opening ceremony of a Cascade Capacity Building Training on Systems Thinking and Operational Planning, held in Kano. ZDLH CoP Presents 2024 Immunization Budget Scorecard to Kano Lawmakers The four-day training, organized by the Kano State Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative and the Sector-Wide Approach (SWAp), aims to build the…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ending his membership in a party he helped establish over 20 years ago. In a letter dated July 14, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of PDP Jada 1 Ward in Adamawa State, Atiku said he was leaving the party due to “irreconcilable differences” and what he described as a departure from its original values. “I am writing to formally resign my membership from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect,” Atiku wrote. He acknowledged the difficulty of the decision but said it had become necessary.…
The Kano State Government KNSG has launched a thorough investigation into the tragic deaths of two students at Government Boarding Secondary School Bichi, identified as Hamza Idris Tofawa and Umar Yusuf Dungurawa. The students were reportedly attacked by fellow students using locally made metal objects, known as “Gwale-Gwale”, following an alleged punishment meted out by senior students. Dr. Getso Mourns Buhari, Describes His Death as a Monumental National Loss The circumstances surrounding the incident have sparked outrage and calls for justice across the state. Addressing the media on behalf of the Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, the Permanent…
Ado Salisu Players and officials participating in the ongoing Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) Northwest Sports Competition in Dutse, Jigawa State have raised serious concerns over poor organization, threatening to withdraw from the tournament if conditions do not improve. Findings by our correspondent revealed a wave of dissatisfaction among athletes and their coaches, particularly over lack of electricity, dilapidated and unmarked pitches, and inadequate officiating at the NYSC orientation camp, the venue of the event. UBEC Clarifies Issues Surrounding Northwest Sports Competitions Upon arrival at the camp, participants were reportedly faced with total blackout, with no electricity supply in their…
Ado Salisu The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has addressed concerns raised about the ongoing Northwest Zone Sports Competitions for Primary School Boys and Girls, currently taking place at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Dutse, Jigawa State. In response to reports suggesting that some participants had threatened to withdraw over logistical shortcomings, Mrs. Oshiomoba Esther, Head of Monitoring at the Dutse Centre and a senior official from the UBEC headquarters in Abuja, said the commission has provided all necessary support to ensure the success of the tournament. NEIPA Organizes workshop For Teachers In 6 Geo-Political Zones Speaking to journalists on…
The Kano State Government, KNSG, says it has put in place necessary modalities for the timely implementation of its climate change action plan, including the release of a costed implementation framework aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of climate change. The Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahiru Hashim, during a Technical Review of the draft Climate Change Policy CCP Implementation Action Plan with members of the Technical Committee TWG. Kano State Takes Lead in Climate Change Policy Implementation Represented by the Director of Climate Change at the Ministry, Umar Saleh Anka explained that the administration of Governor Alhaji…
Comrade Bashir A Bashir As Associate Professor Sunusi Ahmad Yakubu prepares to conclude his tenure as the Provost of Kano State College of Education and Preliminary Studies (KCEPS), his remarkable journey stands as a shining example of leadership, vision, and tireless service to education in Kano State and beyond. Since assuming the mantle of leadership in 2017, Prof. Yakubu has steered the college through a new era of growth, reform, and recognition, turning KCEPS into a beacon of excellence. LAYING THE FOUNDATION: BUILDING ON THE LEGACY OF LEGENDS Upon his appointment by the former Executive Governor of…
The remains of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, were laid to rest on Tuesday at his private residence in Daura, Katsina State, in accordance with Islamic rites. The burial was preceded by a funeral prayer led by the Chief Imam of Daura, Sheikh Hassan Yusuf, held at an open field near the late president’s home. Just in: Buhari’s Remains Depart London for State Burial in Daura After the prayers, both the Chief Imam and the Emir of Daura, Alhaji Umar Faruk Umar, offered special supplications for the repose of Buhari’s soul. The solemn occasion was attended by President Bola Ahmed…
The remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari departed London, United Kingdom, on Tuesday morning for Daura, Katsina State, where he will be accorded a state burial. The late president’s body is being transported aboard a Nigerian Air Force aircraft. Vice President Kashim Shettima is leading a high-level Federal Government delegation to oversee final documentation and logistical arrangements for the repatriation of Buhari’s remains. Tinubu Confirms Buhari’s Death, VP Shettima to Escort Body From Uk On Monday, the Federal Government announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will personally receive the body of his predecessor in Katsina ahead of the final burial…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The Jigawa State Government has pledged full support for the Federal Government’s Sector Wide Approach (SWAp) initiative, State Commissioner of Health Dr. Abdullahi Kaimu disclosed this while speaking at the opening session of a four-day capacity-building training for Health facilities managers and critical stakeholders in the state’s health sector held on Monday. Represented by the Permanent Secretary State Ministry of Health, Dr. Kabiru Ibrahim, said the program would enhance transparency, accountability, and policy alignment while enabling real-time monitoring of health expenditures through an integrated online platform. He stated that the aim is to consolidate all health budgetary allocations…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The former Jigawa State Governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido, said he supports the Opposition Coalition under the African Democratic Party (ADC) to Save Democracy. He stated this while addressing the PDP supporters during an empowerment programme organised by Senator representing Jigawa South West, held at the party’s headquarters, Dutse. Ringim Blames Sule Lamido, Not Wike, for PDP Crisis He said he joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in a bold move to rescue Nigeria’s democracy from collapse, citing increasing abuse of power, suppression of opposition, and erosion of democratic values by APC’s led administration . According to him “…
In an aggressive move to stem the tide of phone snatching, thuggery, and street crimes across Kano State, the government has profiled 718 political thugs through its newly launched initiative, “Operation Safe Corridor.” The initiative, spearheaded by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration, is part of a broader security reform aimed at rehabilitating political miscreants and restoring public safety. The State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Waiya, stated this during a high-level stakeholder engagement meeting between government officials and civil society organisations (CSOs). Kano Unveils Safe Corridor to End Youth Thuggery,Political Violence He explained that the Operation Safe…
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced the successful rescue of a kidnap victim who was abducted earlier today from his residence in Ikot Abasi. The Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, disclosed this during a press briefing held at the State Police Headquarters, Ikot Akpan Abia. According to the Police Commissioner, the victim—whose name was withheld for security reasons—was kidnapped at around 2:00 a.m. on Monday. The suspects were intercepted along a road in Southern Annang following rapid deployment of police operatives and swift coordination, which led to the victim being rescued unhurt. “This rescue is a…
Goni Mustapha As Nigeria gently edges closer to the decisive threshold of 2027, the political atmosphere is already thick with permutations, alliances, and shadowboxing. At the heart of the emerging northern narrative stands one man whose presence is as towering as it is undeniable — Engineer Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso. In a region as complex and electorally consequential as Northern Nigeria, Kwankwaso’s influence is not just a factor. It is the factor. If the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is to make meaningful inroads into the northern strongholds and maintain a firm grip on power, it must face reality — and…
The Federal College of Agricultural Produce Technology, Kano, FCAPT, has established a spin-off company in line with the provisions of the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) Act. The new enterprise will focus on the production of tomato paste, quick meals, and kunun tsamiya, a traditional local beverage. The provost of the College, Dr. Muhammad Yusha’u Gwaram, stated this in Kano. ABU College of Agriculture Samaru Trains Middle-Level Manpower Dr. Gwaram explained that the college has acquired state-of-the-art equipment, including a fluidised bed dryer, a precision multipurpose carbinate dryer, and an automated granules and powdered packaging machine to support the…
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly KNHA, Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore, has extended heartfelt condolences to the people of Nigeria following the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died at the age of 82. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, Falgore described the late leader as an embodiment of resilience, patriotism, and humility, qualities that defined his decades-long service to the nation. “President Muhammadu Buhari’s passing marks the end of an era,” Falgore said. “He was not just a president or military commander; he was a man of conviction, a statesman who…
The Executive Director of Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority, Hon. Abdullahi Mahmud Gaya condoled Nigerians on the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Mahmud who doubles as a former member representing Gaya, Ajingi and Albasu federal constituency, described the late leader as a rare patriot who prioritised the nation’s well-being, standing firm through turbulent times with quiet strength, integrity, and a strong belief in Nigeria’s potential. In a statement signed by Ibrahim Umar, Hon. Gaya noted that President Buhari championed discipline in public service, confronted corruption head-on, and placed the country above personal interests Saying that Former president Buhari lived a…
The Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project, Kano, has commenced the assessment of 100 girls with cognitive and developmental disabilities in Government Girls Secondary School Zawaciki, Kumbotso local government area. The move was to appropriately place the students identified into the pilot 35 inclusive education schools under the AGILE Project. AGILE Raises CCT to N60,000 to Boost Girls’ Education in Kano Addressing the students and their teachers, the Social Support Officer (SSO) in the AGILE Project, Kano Malam Yakubu Muhammad, said the assessment was to provide school material support, including uniforms, notebooks, stationery, backpacks, and any specialised…
General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd.) It is with a deeply heavy heart that I received the news of the passing of my friend, my brother, my coursemate, and a fellow soldier in the journey of nationhood — President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR. Our paths crossed in 1962 when we both joined the Nigerian Military Training College in Kaduna. From those early days, Muhammadu stood out — quiet yet resolute, principled yet humble, deeply patriotic and fiercely loyal to Nigeria. Dr. Getso Mourns Buhari, Describes His Death as a Monumental National Loss Through the years, we shared trenches and trials, dreams and…