Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 arrested seven suspected internet fraudsters in Benin City, Edo State. EFCC Arrests 5 Katsina Officials for Alleged Diversion of N1.294B The suspects were arrested based on credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet- related fraud. Sagagi Drags EFCC, Police to Court Over APC Alleged Diversion Items recovered from them include one Lexus car, laptops and phones. EFCC Declares Former Governor Of Kogi Yahaya Bello Wanted The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
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Ahmad Muhammad The Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) Kano Command has been working tirelessly to provide security and protect the lives and properties of the general populace. Their presence in communities has been instrumental in settling disputes and enhancing community security. NSCDC Kano Deploys over 3,000 Personnel to Cover Eid-ul-kabir Despite their efforts, the NSCDC Kano Command faces significant challenges, particularly in terms of logistics and equipment. The command lacks adequate vehicles, well-furnished offices, and other morale-boosting resources, hindering their ability to perform optimally. Human Trafficking: NSCDC Kano Command Rescues 13 Victims Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, known…
In a strategic move to enhance communication and collaboration among key departments, the Ministry of Education convened a high-level meeting at the HME Common Room, led by Bukola Bayo Philip, Knowledge Management and Communications Manager of the Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE). KNSG PLANE Organizes 3 Day Education Sector Review meeting The meeting, attended by directors and representatives from the Press, ICT, and Education Support departments, focused on addressing communication challenges and improving project delivery across the ministry. According to Kabiru Haruna, Assistant Director, Information and Public Relations, the session provided an opportunity to critically analyze the…
A year after an eyewatering slide against the dollar, the naira is enjoying a rare run of stability, and analysts expect it to last. Nigeria’s battered currency has lost 70% against the greenback since foreign exchange controls were relaxed in 2023, including a steep depreciation 12 months ago. Batagari Sun Yashe Asusun Ajiyar Kudin Wani Dan Kasuwa A Kano But its performance since December tells a different story, with the naira holding in a narrow range roughly between 1,550 and 1,520 per dollar. “We’re actually quite bullish on the naira, and we think that the naira can stabilise at 1,500,…
The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Waiya, has announced the restoration of 85% of the responsibilities taken away from the Ministry of Information. Kano Commissioner of Information Vows to Prioritize Staff Welfare This move aims to revitalize the ministry and enhance its effectiveness in the state. According to Waiya, the restoration of responsibilities is a significant step towards strengthening the ministry and improving its service delivery. Commissioner Tasks Officers on Community Challenges Reportage He noted that the ministry has already commenced the introduction of modern strategies to enhance information dissemination in Kano State. Some of…
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to six Nigerian scientists and engineers who have been recognized with the prestigious Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) in the United States. Tinubu Hails Nigerian Recipients of Prestigious US Science Award The awardees, announced by US President Joe Biden on January 14, 2025, are among 400 exceptional scientists and engineers honored for their outstanding contributions to their fields. The Nigerian recipients are: Azeez Butali, Gilbert Lilly Endowed Professor of Diagnostic Sciences, College of Dentistry, University of Iowa Ijeoma Opara, Associate Professor of Public Health (Social and Behavioral Sciences), Yale…
The Bank of Industry (BOI) has announced a strategic partnership with the Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) to bolster agricultural innovation and capacity building in the region. CDA BUK Partners UK-Based Tech Firm to Revolutionize Farming Practices in Nigeria This collaboration will focus on providing access to finance, operationalizing the CDA’s Regional Agri-business Innovation Hub (RAIHub), and facilitating knowledge transfer to empower farmers and entrepreneurs. The Bank of Industry Limited (BOI) is Nigeria’s oldest, largest and most successful Development Financing Institution (DFI). Food Security: AFDB Partners CDA On Climate Adaption Enterpre. It exists to facilitate the transformation of Nigeria’s industrial…
The Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) at Bayero University Kano has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative to transform farming practices in Nigeria. Food Security: AFDB Partners CDA On Climate Adaption Enterpre. In collaboration with KanoTec Solutions, a UK-based technology company, and York St John University, CDA will spearhead research in precision agriculture, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance productivity and sustainability in dryland regions. At the heart of this partnership is KanoTec Solutions’ Data Platform for Precision Agriculture (DPA), an advanced system that integrates the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud computing. This platform empowers farmers with real-time…
The Federal Government has established Nigerian Girls Secondary School In Kano South, Rano Local Government, as part of effort to support girls child education in the state. President Bola Tinubu Commended for Supporting Fallen Heroes The Chairman of the House committee on Air Force, Federal House of Representatives, Alhassan Rurum disclosed this to Journalists in Kano. Student Dies as Diphtheria Outbreak Hits Kano School He said the project focused on establishing a boarding school to support girl’s child education not only in his Rano, Bunkure/Kibiya Constituency, but the entire country at large. President Bola Tinubu Commended for Supporting Fallen Heroes…
The Kano State Police Command has announced the arrest of six suspected mobile phone thieves who have been terrorizing residents in Kano Metropolis. According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the suspects were arrested between January 11th and 15th, 2025, by a team of police operatives attached to the Special Intervention Squad (SIS) of the Command’s Criminal Investigation Department. Police Foil Human Trafficking Attempt, Rescue 59 Children The suspects, identified as Bashir Isah, Isyaku Bala, Mudansir Ayuba, Muzambil Abdullahi, Ibrahim Mohammed, and Hassan Sagir, confessed to disguising themselves as tricycle riders and stealing…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasized the importance of global collaboration in achieving sustainable development, stressing that no single nation can walk the road to sustainability alone. Tinubu Arrives Saudi Arabia For Joint Arabic Islamic Summit Speaking at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in the United Arab Emirates, President Tinubu declared that global interconnectedness demands collective action, knowledge sharing, and mutual support. He noted that the fight against climate change is not merely an environmental necessity but a global economic opportunity to reshape the trajectory of the continent and the global energy landscape. President Tinubu Congratulates US 47th President…
Mustapha Alfanla -Kwara Kwara State Governor and the Chairman Governors’ forum, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq laid the wreath at the cenotaph of the unknown soldier on Wednesday, January 15. President Tinubu Honors Armed Forces on 2025 Remembrance Day A nationwide activity that concludes the weeks-long commemoration of the Nigerian Armed Forces Remembrance Day. The Governor also freed the white pigeons, another symbolic gesture that signifies Nigeria’s commitment to peace and harmony following a 30-month civil war in which multitudes of soldiers and civilians died across the country. Armed Forces Remembrance Day: KNSG Donates N10 Million He was joined at the solemn event…
Nasiru Bala Aminu Ja’o’ji, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano, recently paid a courtesy visit to Vice President Kashim Shettima at his residence in the presidential villa, Abuja. 1,000 Youths, Women Benefit From Ja’oji’s Empowerment Program During the visit, they discussed issues crucial to the development of the party in Kano and the northern region. Vice President Shettima praised Ja’o’ji for his empowerment programs in Kano State last year, which demonstrated his commitment to human capital development. Zamfara APC Chapter Moves To Strengthen Unity Among Members He noted that the party is proud of young leaders…
Alhaji Kabiru Dahiru Sule, the representative of Tarauni constituency, has flagged off a series of projects aimed at improving the standard of living and quality healthcare delivery in the area Kano Assembly Approves Construction Of Drainage At Tarauni LGA The projects include the construction of a health center at Ja’oji Primary Healthcare PHC and drainage at Gyadi Gaudi Arewa, as well as a maternity ward, laboratory and toilet at Gaydi Gyadi Kudu. Speaking during the flag-off, Alhaji Kabiru explained that the project is in line with the mission and vision of promoting education and ensuring effective healthcare delivery. Tarauni Lawmaker…
Kabiru Haruna In a decisive step towards addressing challenges in the education sector, the Kano State Government has inaugurated a 14-member committee tasked with reviewing existing education policies. Kano Education Commissioner Inaugurates New K-SAFE Executives This initiative follows the recent declaration of a State of Emergency on Education and underscores the government’s commitment to reforming the sector. Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda Vows to Boost Education Sector The inauguration ceremony took place on Wednesday at the Kano Educational Resource Department (KERD) Conference Hall, where Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, the State Commissioner of Education, represented Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Kano Prioritizes Education,…
Àdo Salisu The Chairman of Gombe State Athletics Association (GSAA), Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe has made public the list of notable officials to officiate at the 2025 Gombe Inter Secondary School Athletics Competition. Over 3500 Athletes Set For Gombe Inter-Schools Championship Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, in a press statement issued on Wednesday, named 12 top athletics officials with vast experience in managing big athletics events headed by Honourable Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe will take charge of the competition. New Facilities Unveiled for Gombe Inter-Schools Competition Hon. Gara Gombe, a former board member of Nigeria Football Association now Nigeria Football…
Kabiru Haruna In a heartfelt tribute on the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu paid homage to the gallant men and women of Nigeria’s Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the nation’s territorial integrity and global peace. Armed Forces Remembrance Day: KNSG Donates N10 Million Acknowledging their bravery and selflessness, President Tinubu urged Nigerians to honor these sacrifices by supporting officers, veterans, and the families of fallen heroes. He emphasized that their welfare and well-being remain a collective responsibility. The President reaffirmed the government’s commitment to modernizing military equipment and enhancing coordination within…
A reunion dinner for former members of the Kano State 2023 Health Transition Committee hosted by its former Chairman, Dr Aminu Magashi Garba, at the AHBN Building. Kano State Earmarks 3BN For Ministry Of Humanitarian Affairs In a pleasant and enjoyable atmosphere, the former members of the committee dined, interacted and shared success stories/challenges of the Kano State Government under the leadership of the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. In his welcome remarks, the host, Dr Magashi commended Gov Abba Kabir Yusuf led administration for implementing the recommendations provided by the former Transition Health Committee…
A bird flu outbreak has been confirmed in Kano State, Nigeria, resulting in the death of 32 birds. The outbreak was first detected on December 7, 2024, when a young man brought a dead guinea fowl to the Gwale Veterinary Clinic. No Cause for Alarm: Kano Government Addresses Bird Flu Rumors After a presumptive diagnosis, the bird’s sample was sent to the National Veterinary Reference Laboratory in Jos, where the disease was confirmed to be bird flu . The State Commissioner of Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, confirmed the outbreak and assured that the situation is under control. To prevent…
The Kano State Universal Basic Education Board (SuBEB) has organized a two-day training seminar for retired teachers. The seminar, which took place at the Board’s main conference hall, aimed to enhance the post-retirement life of the participants. SUBEB UNICEF Organizes Workshop To Boost ECCDE Funding The event was attended by distinguished guests, including Alhaji Wada Ibrahim Daho, the permanent member of the Board, and Hajiya Amina Umar, the Board secretary. Representing the Executive Chairman of SuBEB, Mal Yusuf Kabir, Alhaji Wada Ibrahim Daho commended the initiative and expressed the Kano State government’s commitment to improving the welfare of retired workers.…