The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has inaugurated a six-member Fact-Finding Committee to investigate the recent poor performances of Nigeria’s national teams, particularly the Super Falcons’ failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. NFF President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, inaugurated the committee on Monday and charged its members to carry out the assignment with sincerity, diligence and a strong sense of national responsibility. Gusau said the committee would investigate both the immediate and underlying factors responsible for the national teams’ recent poor outings and submit its report within two weeks. He explained that the NFF constituted the committee…
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The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to expand access to affordable and quality healthcare by taking free medical services directly to traders and residents in major commercial communities across the state. Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Health District V, Dr. Oladapo Asiyanbi, stated this during a free medical outreach organised in collaboration with Market Doctors at the Electronic Area Hall, Alaba International Market, Ojo Local Government Area. Dr. Asiyanbi urged traders and other members of the market community to prioritise their health, stressing that good health is essential to productivity, livelihoods and overall well-being. He encouraged participants to take advantage…
The Kano State Government has refuted a report by TRACKA, a civic accountability platform under BudgIT, concerning an alleged ₦235.4 million expenditure on the construction of classroom blocks at Government Girls Senior Secondary School, Permanent Site, Massu, in Sumaila Local Government Area. BudgIT Foundation,RoLAC Hosts Tracka Town Hall in Dawakin Kudu The State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, made the clarification while addressing journalists at a press briefing, saying the government considered it necessary to set the record straight and prevent the public from being misled by information contained in the report. Waiya said the…
The Kano State House of Assembly KNHA has called on the state government to urgently rehabilitate, renovate and modernise the Murtala Muhammad State Library to restore the facility as a functional centre of learning and research. This was sequel to a motion moved by member representing Kano Municipal Constituency,Nabil Aliyu Daneji, during plenary. According to Daneji the library, established to promote knowledge, research and lifelong learning, had suffered years of infrastructural decay, inadequate reading materials, poor digital facilities and unreliable power supply. He said rehabilitating the facility would promote reading among students and young people, support the state government’s free…
Tawagar masu shirya taron tuntuba na kwanaki biyu kan ci gaba da bunƙasa ƙananan yara a yankin Arewa maso Yamma, ta karrama Mai Martaba Sarkin Zazzau, Malam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, CFR, da lambar yabo ta jagoranci wajen ci gaban ƙananan yara. Tawagar, ƙarƙashin jagorancin Shugabar Shirin Bankin Duniya, Dokta Ritgak Tilley-Gyado, ta kai ziyarar godiya ga Sarkin Zazzau bisa halartar taron a matsayin Babban Bako. An ba Mai Martaba Sarkin Zazzau lambar yabon ne bisa gudunmawarsa wajen wayar da kan al’umma da tallafawa shirye-shiryen da suka shafi jin daɗin yara, ilimi, lafiya da samar da abinci mai gina jiki a…
Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a 19-year-old woman, Khadija Ibrahim, in connection with the alleged theft of a newborn baby in Zuru Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, confirmed the arrest in a statement, saying the suspect is from Rikoto in Zuru LGA. According to the statement, the incident occurred after Fatima Muhammad gave birth to the baby, when the suspect allegedly offered to assist her by fetching hot water. The suspect allegedly used the opportunity to flee with the newborn instead of returning with the hot water.…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has described the orange economy as a vital catalyst for job creation, entrepreneurship and sustainable economic growth. The governor stated this while receiving a delegation of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, which visited Kano for a one-week study tour on the theme, “Orange Economy and Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development in Nigeria.” Represented by the Deputy Governor, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo, Governor Yusuf said Kano possesses enormous potential in the creative and entrepreneurial sectors that, if strategically harnessed, could contribute significantly to economic development in the state and Nigeria.…
Hamman Abdulkareem In 2022, an emotional Ademola Adeleke and his nephew Davido celebrated what appeared to be a political breakthrough with the words, “We did it this time.” Four years later, those words deserve to be revisited—not as a political slogan, but as a question. Did the hope that brought Adeleke to power become the transformation Osun voters expected, or has the celebration become more memorable than the governance? “We did it this time.” Those five words, spoken in an emotional moment in 2022, captured something much bigger than an election victory. Governor Ademola Adeleke and his nephew, music superstar…
The Kano State Agency for Mass Education SAME, has urged participants of its capacity-building workshop to apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the training in the discharge of their duties. The Executive Secretary of the Agency, Dr. Binta Abubakar, made the call at the closing ceremony of a two-day workshop held in Zaria. Dr. Binta said the training was organised to strengthen the capacity of Adult and Community Education Officers, Zonal Directors and Directors to enable them perform their responsibilities more effectively. She urged the participants to make maximum use of the knowledge and experience gained during the workshop,…
Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has called on Muslim faithful to intensify prayers for peace in communities affected by insecurity across the state and the country. The governor made the call when members of the Tijjaniyya and other Islamic groups from different parts of Nigeria converged on the Government House in Birnin Kebbi for an annual Maulud gathering. Addressing the gathering, Governor Idris reaffirmed his commitment to upholding Islamic values and supporting programmes that promote moral and spiritual development in Kebbi State. He urged the participants to return to their respective mosques and prayer centres to offer special prayers…
The Kano Cancer Treatment Centre (KCTC) has provided free radiotherapy treatment worth more than N12 million to 10 indigent cancer patients in Kano State. The intervention was approved for patients assessed and confirmed to be financially incapable of accessing radiotherapy services. The beneficiaries included patients referred through the Kano State Ministry of Health and others receiving treatment at the centre. Speaking on the initiative, the Chief Executive Officer of KCTC, Dr. Nafisa Abdu, said the intervention reflects the centre’s commitment to improving access to cancer care and enhancing the quality of life of vulnerable patients. She explained that the support…
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has described the digital environment surrounding the 2026 Osun State Governorship Election as generally stable but moderately risky, with some political party websites recording persistent access and technical anomalies. CITAD disclosed this in its latest report under the Privacy Abuse, Websites and Social Media Monitor (PAWSOM-MONITOR), covering August 15, 2026, including the night before the election. According to the organisation, the monitoring exercise conducted 20,984 checks across 15 political party websites, recording an overall success rate of 80.58 percent and a risk score of 41 out of 100, classified as moderate. The…
The Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Hameem Nuhu Muhammad Sanusi CFR, has pledged the support of the Dutse Emirate to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in its efforts to combat corruption and promote integrity in Jigawa State. The Emir made the commitment when the Kano and Jigawa State offices of the ICPC paid a courtesy visit to his palace in Dutse. He commended the Commission for its efforts in promoting transparency and accountability, stressing that the fight against corruption should involve all segments of society, including traditional institutions. According to him, collective action is essential to…
The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMAFC, says it has completed the review of Nigeria’s Revenue Allocation Formula and concluded work on the review of remuneration for political, public and judicial office holders. Chairman of the Commission, Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, disclosed this during an interactive session with members of the Nigerian Guild of Editors, NGE, in Lagos. Dr. Shehu said the two reviews were at advanced stages of consideration by the appropriate authorities. RMAFC Unveils Digital Reforms to Strengthen Nigeria’s Revenue He explained that the Revenue Allocation Formula review involved extensive consultations with the three tiers of government,…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally closed its #OsunDecides2026 Situation Room following the successful conduct of the Osun State Governorship Election and the declaration of the results in the early hours of Sunday. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, announced the closure while addressing staff at the Situation Room, commending them for their dedication, professionalism and sacrifices throughout the electoral process. Adeleke Defeats APC’s Oyebamiji, Re-Elected Osun Governor Prof. Amupitan appreciated staff at the Commission’s headquarters, Osun State and Local Government offices, as well as personnel deployed to polling units and members of the technical teams for…
Kannywood actor, Yusuf Sulaiman Bosho, has commended Nestlé Milo for introducing an empowerment programme aimed at supporting tea sellers, popularly known as Masu Shayi, in Kano. Bosho gave the commendation during the Milo Masu Shayi programme held in Kano on Saturday. MILO, Ahmed Musa Launch 17-Day Under-13 Football Clinic in Kano He described the initiative as a welcome development capable of strengthening small businesses and improving livelihoods within communities. According to him, providing tea sellers with essential business tools, including gas cookers, cups and ingredients, would serve as a major motivation and boost their daily operations. He urged other corporate…
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has been declared winner of the 2026 governorship election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Adeleke, who contested on the platform of the Accord, polled 511,067 votes to defeat his closest rival, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, who scored 444,815 votes. Adeleke won in 19 of the state’s 30 local government areas, including Ede North, Ejigbo, Iwo, Egbedore, Boluwaduro, Ede South, Ife North, Ilesa West, Ife East, Ife Central, Oriade, Ifelodun, Orolu, Ayedaade, Ila, Odo-Otin, Ifedayo, Osogbo and Ayedire. Osun 2026: INEC Closes Situation Room, Begins Preparations for 2027…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has visited Best Choice Specialist Hospital in Kano to assess healthcare delivery and commend medical personnel for their commitment to saving lives. Governor Yusuf made the visit on Friday night as part of his routine inspection of healthcare facilities across the state, aimed at monitoring service delivery and assessing how patients are attended to, particularly during night hours. Niger State Moves to Digitally Monitor Private Hospitals During the inspection, the governor toured various sections of the hospital and interacted with patients receiving treatment. He was accompanied by the doctor on duty and other…
The National Agricultural Extension and Research Liaison Services (NAERLS), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, has commenced discussions with the Centre for Girls Education (CGE) on a 2026 skills acquisition programme for 90 girls selected from various communities. The discussions took place at the NAERLS Board Room in Zaria, during a visit by a delegation from CGE to discuss plans for the proposed training. The Executive Director of NAERLS, Professor Yusuf A. Sani, was represented at the meeting by the Deputy Director, Professor Muhammad M. Jaliya, who welcomed the delegation and expressed the institute’s readiness to sustain its collaboration with organisations committed…
The Taraba State Primary Health Care Development Agency (TSPHCDA) has recorded major progress in strengthening primary healthcare delivery across the state, including the revitalisation of 113 Primary Health Care Centres and the employment of 786 health and emergency personnel. The Executive Secretary of TSPHCDA, Dr. Tukura Nuhu Nyigwa, disclosed this during a press briefing in Jalingo to highlight the agency’s achievements, challenges and priorities under the administration of Governor Agbu Kefas. UNICEF, Jigawa Step Up WASH Initiatives in Schools, PHCs He said the state government’s IMPACT Project facilitated the revitalisation of 113 PHC centres, one in each of the state’s…