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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has expressed dissatisfaction with the finishing touches of the Bus and Taxi Terminal project at Mabushi, Abuja. Wike expressed his dissatisfaction in Abuja on Tuesday, after he had inspected the terminal, which was at 90 per cent completion. The minister visited the site after inspecting the ongoing construction of the Apo to Wasa left wing service lane, on the Outer Southern Expressway, and the Inter-change to link Wole Soyinka Way with Murtala Mohammed Way. Minister Woos French Investors with Nigeria’s Economic Reforms Wike also inspected the construction of the…

Muhammad Jamil Abubakar Civil society CSOs groups and agricultural advocates have expressed strong concern over the Gombe State Government’s 2025 agriculture budget, describing it as inadequate, inconsistent, and lacking critical support for smallholder farmers, particularly women and youth. At a press briefing in Gombe organized by the Small Scale Women Farmers Organization in Nigeria (SWOFON) and the Gombe State Budget Committee Group (BCG), with support from ActionAid Nigeria’s SUPIA project, stakeholders criticized the 3.6% allocation to agriculture far below the 10% benchmark set by the Maputo and Malabo Declarations. President Tinubu Appoints New Leadership for Bank of Agriculture The Chairman…

The Kano State Police Command has taken into custody a 20-year-old man, Umar Auwal, also known as ‘Abba Dujal,’ who voluntarily surrendered and confessed to a series of violent crimes committed across Kano and Jigawa states. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa. According to the statement, Auwal, a resident of Wudil Local Government Area of Kano State, confessed to the murder of a man in Sabon Gari Quarters, Kano, where he reportedly stabbed the victim to death and stole his Infinix Hot 40i smartphone, which he later sold for…

The Kano State Government says it will construct 130 new schools in rural areas to improve girls’ education under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) program. The state commissioner for education, Dr.Ali Haruna Makoda stated this during an advocacy visit to the emir of Karaye. The AGILE program, supported by the World Bank, aims to enhance secondary education opportunities for adolescent girls aged 10-20. According to him, the schools will be built in hard-to-reach communities where girls had to walk long distances to access education. Dr. Makoda noted that, under Kano AGILE ten schools, including the Special…

Avocats Sans Frontières France (ASF France), the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), and Spaces for Change (S4C), under the European Union-funded eRIGHTS Project, condemn the proposed amendment to the Nigerian Data Protection Act, 2023. The act seeks to mandate the establishment of physical offices by social media platforms and compel bloggers to register with recognized national associations and maintain local offices within Nigeria. Telecom Users to Pay More as NCC Approves Tariff Increase This was contained in a statement signed by the executive director CUTAD Y.Z Ya’u,made available to newsmen. According to him, the bill, titled “A Bill…

Ado Salisu 78 athletes and 24 officials are to represent Nigeria in the forthcoming Federation of International University Sports (FISU) scheduled to hold in July this year in Germany. The President of Nigeria University Game Association (NUGA) professor Bawa Muhammad who spoke through the chairman Technical committee, Professor Musa Garba Yakasai alias AA dropped this hints in a chat with newsmen shortly after the just concluded FISU trial tournament at University of Jos, Plateau state. Young Athlete Abubakar Sets Sights on Olympic Medal According to him, the FISU trial which commenced from April 6 to 12 attracted 19 universities and…

Ibrahim Ibrahim Senator Abdulhamid Malam Madori, representing Jigawa North East Senatorial zone has emphasized that no vacancy for Jigawa number one seat coming 2027 election. Speaking at a Citizens and Government Engagement Programme in Birniwa Local Government Area of the state on Sunday. He advised those who are dreaming of the number one seat in the state within the party and outside the party shield their ambitions as no vacancy in the governorship seat comes 2027. The Senator explained that governor’s performance during his first tenure is remarkable therefore he deserves to be re-elected in 2027. Gale of…

Following the misleading and harmful report circulating on social media by freedom Radio which allegedly assessed members of the 10th Kano State House of Assembly based on motions moved during plenary sessions, it should be noted that such claims are baseless, unfounded, and untrue. This was contained in a statement signed by the spokesperson to the Kano house of assembly KNHA Kamaludeen Sani Shawai made available to newsmen. KNHA Reaffirms Commitment to Public Hearings, Legislative Duties According to him, it is crucial to highlight that the online platforms involved in the viral publication lack credibility and transparency. He said, the…

Khadijah Aliyu The faculty of education Bayero University Kano BUK has organized an event to commemorate its 50th anniversary and 3rd national conference. The event themed “Transformative Education for the future: Confronting Emerging issues and unlocking opportunities “ witnessed large turn out relevant stakeholders in the education sector. Speaking at the conference, the state minister of education Professor Suwaiba Ahmed Said explained that, as part of efforts to strengthen national education system, President Bola Tinubu has approved 120 billion naira to advance the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) agenda in Nigeria. She noted that, the initiative aims to…

Wasilah Ladan In a strong show of solidarity and support, Nigerians living abroad have officially endorsed Seyi Tinubu’s candidacy for the governorship of Lagos State in the 2027 elections. The endorsement was made during an event held on Saturday, April 13, 2025. This declaration follows a similar show of support from the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders, who cited Seyi Tinubu’s leadership qualities, relevant experience, and strong qualifications as key reasons for their backing Speaking at the event, Mr. Austin Dafe, President of The Future Platform, highlights the urgent need for youth leadership to confront Nigeria’s pressing challenges.…

Khadijah Aliyu The Office of the Accountant General, Kano state Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, has organized a technical session on the state’s international public sector accounting (IPSAS) Accrual financial statements for 2024. Gombe Petitions EFCC Over AFN’s Financial Mismanagement The session aims to enhance transparency and accountability in public fund management, block financial leakages, and create a conducive environment for investment and job creation. In her welcome remarks the state Accountant General, Hajiya Jamila Magaji Abdullahi, explained that,the Kano State Government’s commitment to effective financial management is evident in its adoption of IPSAS and the preparation of the…

The Presidency has observed, with dismay, the increasing number of billboards in some cities promoting the 2027 campaign for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. In a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President, Information & Strategy Bayo Onanuga. The statement explained that, is is worth noting is that some of these billboards with pictures of the President and his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, emblazoned on them are springing up in Abuja and Kano in particular. He said, while President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima greatly appreciate their teeming and loyal supporters across the country…

Ado Salisu The President, Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF),Olusegun Runsewe has expressed gratitude to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews (R&A), Scotland for donating golf equipment to the NGF. Runsewe made the remarks during the unveiling of the golf equipment at the Golf and Health Signature in Abuja Abuja to Host 26th IBB Amateur Ladies Open Golf Tournament The NGF President noted that the equipment would go a long way in ensuring the growth and development of the sport at the grassroots. He expressed his appreciation to the R & A for the kind donations, promising that the…

Ado Salisu  Child right advocates, educators and caregivers have called for inclusive opportunities for children living with autism and other special needs to enable them achieve their full potential and contribute to society. The stakeholders made the call at a “Meet and Greet’ event in Abuja. It was an occasion to celebrate Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, a 15-year-old Nigerian autistic artist who recently broke the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the Largest Painting, as the latest world’s largest art canvas by an individual. Tagbo-Okeke had on April 2, unveiled the awe-inspiring canvas titled: “Impossibility is a Myth,” measuring 12,303 square meters,…

The Jigawa State Government JGSG has responded to recent criticisms by opposition parties regarding its Citizens’ Engagement Programme, designed to foster direct communication between the government and its people. Speaking during an interview with journalists at the Citizens’ Engagement Programme held in Birniwa Local Government Area, the State Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sports, and Culture, Hon. Sagir Musa Ahmed, addressed the concerns raised by the opposition. Governor Umar Namadi launched the initiative, locally known as “Gwamnati da Jama’a”, to provide residents across the 27 local government areas an opportunity to voice their needs and grievances directly to government officials. The…

Ibrahim Ibrahim Jigawa state Government has warned against selling or diverting Agricultural inputs meant for the 2025 rice dry season farming programme in the state. That it will deal with anyone found diverting farm inputs meant for farmers. Jigawa’s Livestock Sector Contributes 10% to State’s GDP-Governor Governor Umar Namadi made the warning at the launching of the dry season rice farming program in Jura village in Auyo Local Government area. Malam Umar Namadi explained that under the program, over fifty-eight thousand farmers will benefit from the subsidised agricultural input. He stated that the move is part of the present administration’s…

Five members of the staff of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps, including Deputy and Assistant Directors,among others,were among those who obtained the Direct Membership certificate of the Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria, CIFCFIN. The Institute held its 11th Direct Membership training at the National Institute of Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Abuja. The training, which was held between 9-11 April,2025,saw participants obtain proficiency in various aspects of Forensics,Crime Investigation and Public Sector Accounting and Leadership Accountability.

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has emerged as a beacon of hope for graduates left stranded due to the previous administration’s negligence regarding academic certificates. His determination to rectify these injustices has culminated in decisive actions to secure the future of Kano’s youth. Ibrahim Adam, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Information, shared these developments with the media. Kano Governor Bags Vanguard’s 2024 Good Governance Award On December 9, 2024, Governor Yusuf traveled to Cyprus with a mission to obtain the overdue academic certificates for Kano students affected by the prior administration’s failure to meet its educational financial…

Ibrahim Ibrahim A devastating fire outbreak has destroyed over 45 houses, 35 silos, and livestock in Batakashi village, Garki Local Government Area of Jigawa State. Tragedy Strikes: 4 Dead, 10 Injured in Jigawa Motor Fire Eyewitnesses Malam Musa said that the incident occurred on Friday night, leaving three people injured and causing extensive damage to properties and animals. He explained that, some of the properties destroyed including, Livestock, Silos, clothes and other valuable items. Breaking: Fuel Tanker Catches Fire At Jigawa Filling Station The cause of the fire is yet to be determined. Chairman of Garki Local Government Area, Hon.…

The Ministry of Petroleum Resources has inaugurated the Ministerial Award Selection Committee (MASCO) saddled with the responsibility of assessing identifying and nominating eligible members of staff for awards in the rewards and recognition ceremony scheduled to hold during the Civil Service Week in June, 2025. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held in Abuja, the Permanent Secretary, represented by the Director of the Midstream/Downstream Department, Mr. Mohammed Mohammed Abubakar, emphasized the critical role MASCO plays in ensuring that the most deserving and outstanding staff members are duly recognized and rewarded. He urged committee members to discharge their duties objectively, fairly, and…