The Federal Government, through The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has announced the suspension of operations by Max Air following Tuesday’s night incident involving the airline’s aircraft in Kano. A Max Air B734 aircraft with registration marks 5N-MBD, had experienced a tyre burst on landing at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano on Tuesday, 28th, January 2025 at about 2251 hours. Max Air Plane Crash-Lands at Kano Airport, All 59 On Board Safe This would be the third incident in the space of three months involving a Max Air plane. Though the 53 passengers on board were evacuated unhurt, the…
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NNPC Gas Marketing Ltd, (NGML) and BUA Group Partner on 45mmscf Mini-LNG Plant to Boost Domestic Gas Utilization As part of efforts to enhance domestic gas utilization for businesses and industries, NNPC Gas Marketing Limited (NGML) and BUA Group signed a shareholders’ agreement on Tuesday for the development of a 45mmscf Mini-LNG Plant in Ajaokuta. Breaking News: NNPC Limited Reduces Petrol Pump Price The signing ceremony, held at NGML’s headquarters in Abuja, was attended by BUA Group’s Group Executive Director, Kabiru Rabiu, and Group Chief Legal Officer, Oluseye Alayande, alongside NGML’s management team, led by Justin Ezeala. Pres. Tinubu’s economic…
Ado Salisu Gombe, Nigeria – Abdullahi Bello Aliyu, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the recently concluded Gombe State Principals Cup Football Competition, has revealed his ambitious plans to take the football world by storm. GDSS, GGMC Doma Shine at Gombe Inter-Schools, Principals Cup The 22-year-old student of Savannah Group of Schools, who was instrumental in his team’s impressive run in the competition, has set his sights on playing for the Nigerian senior men’s national football team, the Super Eagles, and Spanish giants, Real Madrid. Aliyu, who previously played for the Kano Pillars FC feeder team, believes that with hard…
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Kano State Chapter, in collaboration with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Information Chapel, organized a send-off party for Hajiya Hafsat Ilyas Aliyu, former Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information. NAWOJ Kano Chapter Pledges Support for Government’s Initiatives The event, which took place in Kano, brought together journalists, friends, and family members to celebrate Hajiya Hafsat’s remarkable contributions to the journalism profession and her exemplary leadership. In her opening remarks, the Chairperson of NAWOJ Kano State Chapter, Sayyida Bahijja Kabara, welcomed attendees and expressed appreciation for their presence. NUJ Kano Congratulates Waiya…
Kabiru Haruna As the world celebrates International Education Day on January 29, 2025, the spotlight falls on PLANE (Partnership For Learning for All In Nigeria), a transformative initiative reshaping the educational landscape in Nigeria and beyond. PLANE Parley: Strengthening Media Partnerships for Edu Advocacy This year’s theme, Invest in People, Prioritize Education, aligns perfectly with PLANE’s mission to redefine learning, foster collaboration, and empower educators for a brighter future. PLANE envisions a world where quality education is accessible to all, regardless of background or geography. Kano Govt Strengthens Partnership with PLANE to Boost Education It strives to achieve this through…
Kabiru Haruna In commemoration of the International Day of Education, Plane hosted a Media Parley under the theme “The Transformative Power of Media Partnership in Driving Education Advocacy.” The event brought together key stakeholders in media and education to discuss the role of media in advancing educational goals, highlighting achievements, and addressing challenges. Kano Govt Strengthens Partnership with PLANE to Boost Education Mr. Samuel Achimugu, Deputy Team Lead for Strengthening Media Relationships, welcomed participants and emphasized the crucial role of media outlets in creating awareness and fostering further engagement in education advocacy. He underscored the achievements of Plane in promoting…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is awaiting up to 12 million barrels of crude oil from the United States. The refinery resorted to crude importation as local supply challenges hindered the new $20bn refinery’s push to reach full refining capacity. Petrol Hike: Dangote Refinery Absorbs 50% of Global Oil Increase Recall that the refinery plans to reach its 650,000 barrels per day capacity in June this year. However, low local crude supply from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited is currently a challenge to this plan to ramp up daily production. The 12 million barrels of crude has already left the…
A Max Air aircraft with 53 passengers and 6 crew members crash-landed at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) on Tuesday night. The plane, arriving from Lagos, experienced a front tire burst and subsequent fire, prompting an emergency evacuation. Passenger Plane Crash Claims 61 Lives In S/west Sao Paulo Brazil A passenger reported that the incident occurred at around 10:19 pm, with smoke filling the aircraft cabin. Passengers were evacuated through the emergency exit door, and fire servicemen quickly responded to contain the flame. NEMA, NAMA Gear Up for Search and Rescue Operation Malam Bello Ramalan, Kano Station Manager…
Adamu Yusuf Daley tactics allegation has been decried following the reschedule of the pre-trial conference yesterday in the lawsuit against Presidential Implementation Committee (PIC) of the White Paper on the Commission of Inquiry into the alienation of Federal Government Property, in Kaduna state. Alleged land in Kadpoly: Court grants plaintiff’s motion The former Chairman of Academic Staff Union of Polytechnic (ASUP), Kaduna polytechnic chapter, Comrade Mustapha Yahaya Bida, (rtd), had filed a law suit in the state high court against PIC of the White Paper on the Commission of Inquiry into the alienation of Federal Government Property, alleging illegal trespassing…
Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has emphasized the importance of volunteerism among youth as a means of acquiring additional skills and experience beyond formal education. The Commissioner made this statement while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Kano State branch, in his office. Comrade Waiya noted that the Kano State Government will introduce initiatives to encourage youth participation in volunteer programs across various organizations. Open Letter to Commissioner Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya He explained that such engagements would enhance their skills, improve their future employment prospects, and contribute to societal…
Kano, January 28, 2025 – The Honourable Commissioner of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Adamu Aliyu Kibiya, has demonstrated his commitment to humanitarian aid by providing support to a vulnerable widow, Malama Hauwa. Kano State Government Provides Lifeline to Vulnerable Family Malama Hauwa, who was accompanied by her seven children, expressed her gratitude to the Commissioner for hiring a house for her family after they were left homeless following her husband’s passing. Commissioner’s Commitment to Humanitarian Aid The Honourable Commissioner’s timely intervention has brought immense relief to the family. Kano State Earmarks 3BN For Ministry Of Humanitarian…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The Jigawa State Executive Council has approved the expansion of the Ramadan feeding initiative from 609 centers in 2024 to 630 centers this year. Jigawa Pilgrims Board Improves Services For 2025 Hajj Operations Hon. Sagir Musa Ahmed, the Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sports, and Culture, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting held on Monday, presided over by Governor Umar Namadi. He said the program, which provides three meals daily for 29-30 days, is expected to cost N4.836 billion. UNICEF Strengthens Support To Improve Breastfeeding In Jigawa Hon. Sagir explained that,…
The Aminu Magashi Garba Foundation AMG celebrated five winners in the third edition of the Dr. Aminu Magashi Annual Award of Excellence for Frontline Health Workers in 2024. These individuals were recognized and honored for their outstanding contributions to improving healthcare services in the Federal Capital Territory. AMG Foundation Honors Exceptional Health Professionals in Kano The awards ceremony, aimed at appreciating the unsung frontline health workers in Nigeria, took place today, Tuesday, the 28thth January, 2025 at the AHBN Headquarters in Abuja, In his welcome address, the Founder and Chair of AMG Foundation, Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba congratulated the awardees…
Aisha Ahmed Dutse, Jan. 28, 2025 Director General, Jigawa state Pilgrims welfare Board, Alhaji Umar Labbo, has said that the board has improved its welfare services package for 2025 Hajj operations. NAHCON Announces 2025 Hajj Fares for Nigerian Pilgrims He stated this on Tuesday in an interview with newsmen in Dutse, after returning from Saudi Arabia, in preparation for the 2025 Hajj operations. Labbo said, the board, with support from the state Governor Malam Umar Namadi, will provide free lunch for Pilgrims in Saudi Arabia. He revealed that the aim is to add to breakfast and dinner earlier provided during…
The Kano State House of Assembly (KNHA) has made significant strides in its legislative agenda, adopting the first reading of four amendment bills and advancing several other bills to the second reading stage. Kano Assembly Declares State of Emergency On Rural Roads During plenary session presided over by the speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore the clerk Alhaji Bashir Diso presented the first reading of four amendment bills while the majority leader Lawan Husaini Dala presented four bills which scaled second reading. The four amendment bills read by the clerk Alhaji Bashir Diso adopted for first reading include. KNHA KNSG To…
The Kano State House of Assembly (KNHA) has taken a decisive step to address the issue of uncompleted buildings in the state. During a plenary session presided over by Speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore, a motion of urgent public importance was moved by member representing Kiru constituency, Usman Tasiu. Kano Assembly Declares State of Emergency On Rural Roads Mover of the motion highlighted the security risks posed by uncompleted buildings, which have been turned into hideouts by criminals. Usman explained that, the proliferation of uncompleted buildings and undeveloped plots of land have distorted urban planning and beautification efforts. Kano Assembly…
The Kano State Government has announced plans to register all Information Officers serving in Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), as well as those in the 44 Local Government Areas, with the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). NIPR Inaugurates 2025 Council Election Committee This move aims to improve professionalism and enhance service delivery across public bodies The Kano state Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, made this known while receiving the executive members of the NIPR, Kano chapter who paid him a courtesy visit In his office. NIPR Honors Gov. Namadi with Diamond Award for Excellence According…
In a bid to foster stronger collaboration between the security and information sectors, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Kano State Police Command paid a courtesy visit to the Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs at his office. Nigeria Police Force Denies Arrest of Public Complaints Chairman Speaking during the visit, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, stated that the purpose of the visit was to congratulate the Commissioner on his appointment and to discuss ways to strengthen the existing cordial relationship between the Ministry and the Kano State Police Command. Kiyawa emphasized…
Olufunmi Zainab A Non Governmental organization, NGO Kasham Girls, Women, Youth and Community Development Initiative (KGWYCDI), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT), Zaria, to empower women and girls. CITAD Launches Project to Empower Women in Digital Economy The signing ceremony, held at NITT’s headquarters, Zaria, Kaduna State, brought together stakeholders passionate about community development. Kano State Partners with dRPC to Empower Women Economically Speaking to journalists, the Executive Director of KASHAM, Mrs. Dinatu Dama Maji, outlined the partnership’s primary goal which is geared towards building technical and vocational skills for women…
Shugaban Kasuwar kantin kwari Ambasada Ishaq Alkasim Tatari ya Mika sakon godiya da ban gajiya ga wandanda suka samu halartar bikin nadin shi a matsayin Sarkin Arewan Hausawan Africa. Court Dismisses Allegations Against Kwari Market Chairman Balarabe Tatari Da Kuma mukamin Ambasadan Hausawan Africa Wanda mai martaba Sarkin Hausawan Afrika Ambasada Dr. Abdulqadir Labaran Koguna ya ba shi. Ambasada Tatari ya Mika godiya ga Kwamishinan Kasa na jihar Kano Alhaji Abduljabbar Umar da shuwagabannin kasuwanni na jihar Kano, Yan kasuwa, jam’ian gwamnati,Masu Anguwanni da Dagatai da yan’uwa da abokan arziki. Kotu Ta Kori Karar Da Aka Shigar Akan Shugaban Kantin…