Nura Garba Today, Saturday, at a hospital in Abu Dhabi, the sun set on a towering figure in Nigeria’s history, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata. A revered philanthropist, legendary business mogul, devoted father and caring grandfather, Alhaji Dantata lived a life of extraordinary purpose, compassion and impact. His death marks the end of an era, but his legacy of kindness, generosity and service will remain etched in the hearts of millions across Nigeria. Hon Abdullahi Gaya Commiserates with Dantata Family Alhaji Dantata was a man whose generosity was as boundless as his humility. His philanthropic gestures were not only far-reaching but…
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The Executive Director of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), Hon. Abdullahi Mahmud Gaya, has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Aminu Dantata, a revered business leader and philanthropist. Hon. Gaya described the late tycoon’s life as a testament to his unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s development and the welfare of its citizens. Kano Speaker Mourns Dantata, Hails Philanthropist’s Legacy of Service In a statement signed by Ibrahim Umar, Hon. Gaya noted that Alhaji Dantata’s remarkable enterprise and philanthropy left a lasting impact on the nation, earning him widespread respect and admiration. His legacy will continue to inspire future…
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly KNHA Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of a revered philanthropist and statesman, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, who died at the age of 94 on Saturday in Abu Dhabi. In a statement signed by the spokesperson to the speaker Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai made available to newsmen in Kano. Legendary Industrialist Aminu Dantata Is Dead Falgore extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, the people of Kano State, and the nation at large. “on behalf of the Kano State House of Assembly, they are deeply saddened by…
The Kano State Ministry of Health, in partnership with the Kano State-Led Accountability Mechanism (KanSLAM) and with support from LISDEL, has taken strategic steps to improve transparency and accountability in maternal and child health MNCH service delivery across the state. A two-day desk-based analysis workshop was held to review and strengthen existing accountability frameworks within the health sector. MWAN, Partners Inaugurate Advocacy Champions to Drive MNCH in Kano The workshop brought together key stakeholders, including government representatives, civil society organizations (CSOs), healthcare professionals, development partners, academia, and media practitioners. The aim was to design a unified framework capable of tracking…
The Federal Government FG is to partner the Jigawa State government to scale up sugar production in the country. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation Engr Professor Joseph Terlumun Utsev stated this while receiving the Governor of Jigawa State Umar Namadi in his office. Food Safety: Take Junk Off Our Plates, CAPPA Tasks FG, States Professor Utsev who explained that the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration was geared towards accelerating food production ,job creation and youth empowerment for economic growth and development. He described the partnership between Federal Government and Jigawa State as crucial towards…
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Saturday, June 28, 2025, on a two-nation visit to Saint Lucia and Brazil. His first stop is Saint Lucia, where he will pay a state visit as part of efforts to deepen Nigeria’s engagement with Caribbean nations and strengthen South-South cooperation. At the end of the visit to the island State, President Tinubu will fly to Brazil to participate in the 17th Summit of BRICS in Rio de Janeiro, Why President Tinubu’s State Visit to Saint Lucia Matters During the visit to Saint Lucia, President Tinubu will pay courtesy calls on the Governor-General,…
In continuation of the Federal Government’s FG resolve to make waterways safe, the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, in collaboration with the Taraba State Government, has significantly bolstered water transport safety. A large consignment of life jackets was officially handed over to the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Jalingo Area Office. This marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing campaign to minimize waterway accidents across Taraba State. KNSG, NEMA distributes relief materials to 553 windstorm victims Representing the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, Director, Marine Conservation, Innovation and Technology, Hussieni Shettima emphasized the federal government’s…
The Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Republic of Rwanda signed a landmark Agreement on the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with Respect to Taxes on Income, reinforcing their shared commitment to deepening economic cooperation and facilitating private sector-led growth across Africa. The high-level signing ceremony, held in Abuja, was presided over by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, alongside his Rwandan counterpart, Yusuf Murangwa, Minister of Finance and Economic Planning. NITDA, ACCI Forge Strategic Alliance for Africa Space Economy Conference HM Edun hailed the agreement as…
Shugaban Ƙasa Bola Ahmed Tinubu ya amince da nadin Barrista Ismael Ahmed a matsayin Shugaban Hukumar Kula da Shirin Gas ɗin CNG na Shugaban Ƙasa Mai lakabin (Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative – PCNGi) a turance. Sanarwar nadin ta fito ne daga hannun Bayo Onanuga, Mai ba Shugaban Ƙasa shawara kan Harkokin Watsa Labarai da Tsare-tsare, wanda aka rabawa manema labarai. PCNGI Launches CNG Mobility Framework to Boost National Gas Supply A matsayinsa na Shugaban shirin, Ismael Ahmed, mai shekaru 45, zai jagoranci aiwatar da shirin PCNGi wanda ke cikin muhimman matakan gwamnatin Tinubu na rage raɗaɗin cire tallafin mai…
Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, one of Northern Nigeria’s most influential businessmen and revered elder statesmen, has passed away at the age of 94 following a prolonged illness. The announcement was made by Uba Tanko Mijinyawa, Deputy National Treasurer of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA), in a heartfelt social media post. Speaker Falgore Mourns Death of 21 Athletes in Ghastly Crash He noted that funeral (Jana’iza) arrangements would be communicated soon. Born on May 19, 1931, Dantata was a pillar of Nigeria’s private sector, with extensive ventures in real estate, petroleum, and finance. Beyond…
For decades, the specter of a Third World War loomed large in my mind, fueled by youthful readings of Nostradamus’s prophecies and shaped by early global events when I was a student of Bayero University Kano (BUK). One defining moment was Saddam Hussein’s 1990 invasion of Kuwait. As a student writer at the time, I penned a passionate defense of the allied forces backed by Saudi Arabia, condemning Saddam’s aggression. That article, _*In Defence of Saudi Arabia,*_ earned me more than a few enemies on campus, including a physical confrontation from my senior, Saka Raji Audu — testament to the…
In a surprising political development, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has announced his resignation from the party’s top leadership role, effective immediately. Ganduje Inaugurates APC France, Drums support for Tinubu Ganduje, who previously served as Governor of Kano State, stated that the decision was made for health-related reasons, adding that he intends to prioritize his personal well-being going forward. How Ganduje is strengthening APC’s fortune ahead of 2027 The announcement comes amidst growing speculation about internal restructuring within the ruling party, although party officials have yet to comment on a possible successor or…
Nigeria’s bold approach to digital literacy was showcased as a global model at the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025 in Brussels. During a high-level session titled “Open Forum #76: Digital Literacy as a Precondition for Achieving Universal Access.” The session emphasised that no nation can fully benefit from economic and digital transformation without first ensuring widespread digital skills. Nigeria stood out for its innovative and inclusive strategy to bridge the digital divide—particularly through its National Digital Literacy Framework (NDLF) and the Digital Literacy for All (DL4All) initiative. MRA Launches Digital Tools Guide to Empower Journalists Presented as a case study,…
In a major diplomatic stride in alignment with Customs-to-Customs cooperation, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have signed a Bilateral Agreement on Cooperation and Mutual Assistance in Customs Matters. The signing took place as a side event during the ongoing 145th/146th Sessions of the Customs Co-operation Council at the World Customs Organisation (WCO) Headquarters in Brussels. The agreement was signed by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, on behalf of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and Suhail bin Mohammed Abanmi, Governor of the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority,…
Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum has approved the payment of N529,699,500 to cover the 2025 West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) fees for 26,158 final-year students in public secondary schools across all 27 local government areas. The payment ceremony was held on Friday at the Quality Assurance Office in Maiduguri, presided over by the Honourable Commissioner of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, Alhaji Engr. Lawan Abba Wakilbe. Wakilbe stated that this initiative reflects Governor Zulum’s deep commitment to making education accessible and equitable, especially for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. Zulum Celebrates Democracy Day with Major Projects,Hospital Rounds…
Ado Salisu Kano and Kaduna All Stars football teams have booked their spots in the final of the 2025 Northwest Veterans All Stars Qualifier Tournament, following an impressive run of form at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kofar Mata. Kano cruised into the final after thrashing Sokoto 6-0 and edging Kebbi 2-1 in a fiercely contested group stage. Super Eagles Threatens to Boycott AFCON Qualifier Against Libya Kaduna, on the other hand, narrowly defeated Zamfara 1-0 and recorded a dominant 6-0 win over Jigawa to secure their place. Despite strong performances earlier in the tournament—Zamfara trouncing Jigawa 6-0 and Kebbi overwhelming…
The Nigeria Police Force has concluded its investigations into the high-profile case of corporate fraud involving three Ghanaian nationals Samuel Esson Jonah, Kojo Mensah Ansah, and Victor Quainoo and a Nigerian accomplice, Abu Arome. The suspects are being accused of orchestrating a sophisticated conspiracy to fraudulently assume control of JonahCapital Nigeria Limited and its interests in Houses for Africa Nigeria Limited and River Park Estate. Police Commited to Press Freedom, Protection of Civic Space-IGP In-depth investigations revealed that the accused had illegally increased the company’s share capital and allocated 99 million shares to themselves using falsified documents and forged signatures,…
In a joint effort to enhance financial efficiency in the education sector, the Federal Ministry of Education and the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation have pledged urgent reforms to improve transparency and service delivery in schools. The Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, hosted the Accountant-General of the Federation, Dr. Shamsudeen Babatunde, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja, where they addressed funding challenges facing Unity Schools—particularly delays in overhead and feeding budget releases. Dr. Alausa proposed term-based disbursements and decentralization of lower-value approvals to ease bottlenecks. “Principals are under pressure from unpaid contractors, and school…
President Bola Tinubu hosted a reconciliation meeting on Thursday night at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, bringing together all the figures in the Rivers State political crisis. Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, Speaker Martins Amaewhule, and other Rivers State Assembly members attended the closed-door session. On March 18, President Tinubu declared a state of emergency, suspending Governor Fubara, his deputy, and all the State House of Assembly members.
Sani Haruna In a bid to support victims of insurgency and complement government relief efforts, a philanthropist and Executive Director of Finance and Administration at the Sokoto Rima River Basin Development Authority, Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim Marketer, has donated 600 bags of maize to affected residents of Dutsinma Local Government Area, Katsina State. The donation was announced by Dr. Sabiu Liyadi, Chairman of the Dutsinma Progressive Forum (DPF), during a special event held at Isa Kaita College of Education, Dutsinma. The event also featured an endorsement of Governor Dikko Umar Radda for a second term in office. Zulum Extends ₦50m Aid…