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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has settled ₦22 billion out of the ₦48 billion in inherited unpaid gratuities and death benefits. The Governor’s intervention came to light during the disbursement of the fourth tranche of payments amounting to 6 billion naira. This follows earlier disbursements of ₦5 billion in the first tranche, and ₦6 billion each in the second and third tranches. IGP Meets Retired Officers, Pledges Swift Action on Pension Speaking at the event, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to clearing all outstanding entitlements owed to pensioners and families of deceased civil servants. He described the…

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the appointment of Dr. Suleiman Wali Sani, mni, as the new Chief of Staff, Government House, Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday. Dr. Sani, an accomplished medical doctor, policy expert, and retired Permanent Secretary, brings over four decades of distinguished public service to the new role. Until his latest appointment, he served as the Special Adviser to the Governor on Civil Service Matters. Kwara Gov, Emir Pay Tribute to Late Chief of Staff at Fidau Prayer A graduate of…

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has made significant progress in its fight against crime, following the arrest of a suspected armed robber and recovery of a stolen vehicle in Uyo. The arrest occurred on Monday, June 27, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m. Acting on credible intelligence, police operatives apprehended one Tony John Isaac, a 27-year-old male, in possession of a blue Toyota Camry bearing registration number JJJ 412 GX. Kano Police Launch Probe into Attack on Emir Sanusi’s Palace He was intercepted along Obio Imoh Street by Udoumana Traffic Light in Uyo. According to the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Timfon…

Mairo Muhammad Mudi As a woman, a mother, and a member of this ever-evolving digital society, I feel compelled to lend my voice to the recent saga involving Babiana. The self-acclaimed “Queen of Update,” whose troubling descent from internet fame to public shame has yet again ignited a debate about morality, mental health, and the ruthlessness of Northern TikTok communities. I know what it feels like to be cyberbullied. I know what it’s like to hear your child cry herself to sleep because of cruel comments made by faceless strangers online. Rashin Tarbiyya a TikTok: KNSG ta Gurfanar Da Matum…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that the Nigerian economy is steadily improving under President Tinubu, attributing the progress to the wide-ranging reforms being implemented across various sectors by the administration. The Minister made this known on Wednesday in Abuja while receiving members and newly elected executives of the Nigerian Guild of Editors during a courtesy visit to his office. Standard Chartered Bank Endorses Nigeria’s Economic Reforms He acknowledged that, although challenges remain, the administration is making steady progress and is successfully flattening the curve. “The economy is not yet what we want it to…

The Federal Government of Nigeria FG has expressed concern over the recent decision by the United States Government to revise its visa reciprocity schedule for Nigerian citizens, limiting the validity of key non-immigrant visas to three months with single entry. The new policy affects categories such as the B1/B2 (business and tourism), F (students), and J (exchange visitors) visas—categories widely utilized by Nigerian professionals, students, and families. In a statement signrd by the spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs,Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa,made available to newsmen. The Nigerian government noted that the decision appears inconsistent with the principles of reciprocity, fairness, and mutual…

The Bauchi State Government has pledged to collaborate with the Community of Practice (CoP) Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH)to facilitate access to immunisation and bridge existing healthcare gaps. Head of the Gender Unit at the State Ministry of Health, Hajiya Zuwairah Baba, made the commitment in Bauchi during an advocacy visit by the Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) and its partners. AHBN Recommends Swift Funding to Curb Zero Dose in Kano The visit was led by Bauchi State AHBN Focal Person, Dr Hassan Musa and members of the Community of Practice (CoP) Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH). Zuwairah assured the…

Kabiru Haruna At the 2025 Policy Meeting on Admission to Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria, the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, described the gathering as a statutory convergence of stakeholders and a vital barometer for assessing progress in the education sector. In her remarks, Professor Ahmad commended the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Professor Ishaq Oloyede Olaranwaju for sustained transparency, consistency, and integrity in the administration of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). She noted that JAMB’s improved operational efficiency, data reliability, and ethical standards have significantly raised the credibility of the admissions…

Managing Daraktan Hukumar KAROTA ta Jahar Kano, Alhaji Faisal Mahmud Kabir ya yi alwashin tsabtace harkokin Sufirin manyan Motocin Safa-Safa (Luxurious)wandake gudanar da harkokin sufuri zuwa Kudancin kasar nan. Hon. Faisal Mahmud ya baiyana hakan ne lokacin da ya karbi bakuncin Shugabannin Kungiyar Tashar Luxurious wanda suka kai masa ziyarar bangirma a ofishin sa. Manajan Daraktan ya yi kira ga ‘yan Kungiyar dasu taimakawa gwamnati wajen sa ido bisa shige da ficin kayyakin da ake dorawa a Motocin Safa-Safa da kuma masu fasakwaurin kananan yara zuwa Kudancin kasar nan. Ya godewa ‘yan Kungiyar bisa ziyarar da suka kawo masa, inda…

In a strategic move to ensure Kano State’s voice is effectively represented in the ongoing constitutional amendment process led by the National Assembly, the Kano State Government has inaugurated a 26-member high-powered committee. The inauguration was performed on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Umar Farouq Ibrahim, during a ceremony held at the Cabinet Office. e-RIGHTS Project Partners Condemn Bill Targeting Bloggers, Social Media He stated that the committee comprises carefully selected professionals, academics, legal experts, and traditional leaders with notable records of national service and leadership. The committee is…

The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari, played a prominent role at the ongoing 9th OPEC International Seminar in Vienna, Austria. Engineer Ojulari headlined the High-Level Roundtable 1 Session titled “Global Energy Markets: Immediate Prospects and Longer-Term Horizons,” AKK Project on Track: River Niger Crossing Completed- NNPC Where he joined other global energy leaders to chart sustainable pathways for the future of the industry. In his remarks, the GCEO reaffirmed NNPC Ltd.’s unwavering commitment to global energy progress and sustainability. NNPC Shuts Down Port Harcourt Refinery For Maintenance His contributions further bolstered Nigeria’s position within…

The Kano State Police Command has inaugurated an eight-member panel to investigate the recent attack on the palace of the 16th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II. The attack, which occurred on Sunday, July 7, 2025, involved an altercation between supporters of the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, and Emir Sanusi’s loyalists. Kano Police Probe Rano Violence Following DPO’s Death This was disclosed by the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Bakori, during a courtesy visit by the newly elected executive members of the Kano State Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on Monday.…

The Kano State Government KNSG has reiterated its commitment to strengthening and piloting comprehensive social protection programmes aimed at improving the well-being of poor and vulnerable children across the state. This assurance was given by the Director General of the Kano State Social Protection Agency (KASPA), Dr. Fatima Abdul Abubakar, during a Social Protection Technical Working Group (TWG) Review Meeting held in Kano. Kano State Government Reiterates Commitment to Child Welfare Dr. Fatima expressed the agency’s readiness to collaborate with key stakeholders, including the UNICEF Kano Field Office, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), and the media, to ensure the effective implementation…

The Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project says it has increased its annual Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) from ₦20,000 to ₦60,000 per beneficiary, as part of intensified efforts to improve girls’ access to education in Kano State. The development was unveiled during a sensitization campaign held in Bebeji Local Government Area, aimed at deepening awareness and promoting accountability in the implementation of the CCT programme. AGILE Project Empowers 74,452 Girls in Kano State Speaking at the event, the National CCT Coordinator of the AGILE project, Dr. Kubrah Muhammad, stressed the importance of utilizing the funds to support…

The Kano State Government KNSG has extended its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba, Founder and Coordinator of the Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN), on his recent election as Secretary and Member of the Board of Directors of the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) Consortium. This was contained in a statement signed by the Kano state commissioner for information and internal affairs Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya made available to newsmen. Dr. Magashi Elected Board Secretary Global Health Security Agenda Consortium The government described Dr. Magashi’s election as a well-deserved recognition of his tireless commitment to strengthening health security systems…

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has emerged the overall winner of the 5th edition of the National Tertiary Admissions Performance-Merit Awards (NATAP-M), clinching a prestigious ₦500 million Mega Award presented by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). SBRS ABU Organises Career Talk for Secondary Schools in Zaria The award ceremony, held in Abuja on Tuesday, celebrated ABU as the best-performing tertiary institution in Nigeria for the combined admission years 2023/2024 and 2024/2025. ABU scored a remarkable 14 aggregate points across all five elements of the Mega Award category, placing it firmly at the top among other institutions. Presenting the…

Olufunmi Zainab The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) has called on the governments of five states in the country to declare a state of emergency in the health sector. The society said the call became necessary to address the growing threat of malnutrition affecting vulnerable communities across the five states in Nigeria. The humanitarian initiative, however, promised to provide targeted nutritional support to children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers in the concerned states, which are: Katsina, Niger, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara. It’s President, Oluyemi Adetayo, in his speech at the workshop on Tuesday in Kano, said that the declaration of…

In a bid to enhance quality education, Kano State Government KNSG has sent a powerful delegation for a study tour to Kwara State on Learning Poverty Control Initiative (KWARALEARN). Kwara State is one of the pioneering states in the implementation of the Learning Poverty Control Approach through the NewGlobe-supported KwaraLEARN initiative. Leading the delegation, the State Commissioner of Education Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda disclosed that the visit followed engagements by officials of the state ministry of education with the NewGlobe during the World Education Summit in May 2025 in London, where Nigeria’s innovative responses to learning poverty were presented at…

Abba Dukawa The North-West Development Commission (NWDC) Board, led by Chairman Alhaji Lawal Sama’ila Abdullahi and Managing Director/CEO Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, concluded its strategic engagement tour with a courtesy visit to Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani. The tour aimed to foster collaboration with state governments and accelerate inclusive development across the North-West region. During the visit, the NWDC leadership reaffirmed its commitment to bridging developmental gaps and promoting prosperity. They outlined priority areas, including agriculture, education, healthcare, youth empowerment, and infrastructure development, and pledged to work closely with state governments to drive progress. Governor Sani welcomed the NWDC…

Under the leadership of the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, Members of the Assembly paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, who passed away last week at the age of 94 in the United Arab Emirates. In a statement signed by the Speaker’s spokesperson, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawa, the Members expressed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family, noting that the Assembly is deeply saddened by this immense loss to the people of Kano State and Nigeria at large. Gov Yusuf Departs for Lesser Hajj After Dantata’s…