Dr. Alex Mana, a renowned sports administrator and retired FIFA referee, has been appointed to head the petitions panel at the ongoing Gombe State Principals Cup Football Competition and Athletic Championship. Inter-School Sports : Gombe Sets Stage for Tomorrow’s Kick-Off This competition brings together 31 secondary schools, comprising 15 private and 16 public schools, all vying for top honors . New Facilities Unveiled for Gombe Inter-Schools Competition The Gombe State Principals Cup is a developmental football program aimed at promoting sports among secondary school students. Over 3500 Athletes Set For Gombe Inter-Schools Championship The competition is being sponsored by Green…
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A dinner was recently hosted by Kano State’s Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), led by the Aminu Magashi Garba Foundation (AMG), in honor of Hajiya Amina Abdullahi Sani, Commissioner for Women, Children, and Disabled. Kano Ministry Holds Stakeholder Meeting to Address Humanitarian Crises The event aimed to strengthen ties between the ministry, NGOs, and partners, while intensifying collaboration for the implementation of the ministry’s 2025 budget and Annual Operational Plan. In his welcome address, Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba, Chairman of AMG Foundation and Technical Advisor to the Kano State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, congratulated Commissioner Hajiya Amina on her…
A remarkable act of generosity has been demonstrated by Alhaji Bello Abdullahi, a retired civil servant in Kano State. Katsina Governor Donates $10,000 to Niger Republic Mosque He has donated his entire gratuity, approximately N5 million, to support the construction of a Jumat mosque in his community of Shangu, Rano Local Government Area. The donation was announced by Alhaji Abdullahi’s son, Alhaji Abdullahi Bello, who also serves as the village head of Shangu. Markaz Ihyaahis-Sunnah Kano Celebrates Milestone According to him, the mosque will serve as a center for inculcating correct Islamic knowledge and moral discipline in the younger generation.…
The Dangote Cement Plc has strengthened the capacity of Kogi State to enable it fight vestiges of insecurity and criminalities. To this extent, the cement conglomerate has donated some motorcycles to the Lokoja Local Government Area. Dangote Cement Increases Scholarship For Benue Communities The motorcycles were presented by the Plant Director, Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana, Engr. Azad Nawabuddin, to the Executive Chairman of the Lokoja Local Government Area, Hon. Abdullahi Adamu. Speaking at event, Engr. Azad commended the state government and Executive Chairman of the Local Government for their sustained effort to ride the state of insecurity and criminalities. Gboko…
Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, is stressing the importance of media organizations adhering to ethical journalism practices. He believes this is crucial for professionalism and preventing media platform misuse. Comrade Waiya Vows To Transform Information Dissemination During a courtesy visit from the Renaissance Coalition, Waiya reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to collaborating with the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) for responsible content development. He also emphasized the need for a framework guiding political commentators, particularly during radio programs. Comrade Waiya: Breathing New Life into Kanos Info Ministry The Commissioner plans to revive the Gautan Baka…
Donald Trump has been been sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, marking his return to the White House for a second term. This comes after his defeat in the 2020 presidential election. President Tinubu Congratulates US 47th President Elect Trump Trump’s inauguration coincides with the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, where his return to power is a major topic of discussion . As Trump begins his second term, there are expectations of significant changes in US policy, including the imposition of steep tariffs on other major economies, reassessing military and diplomatic alliances, and…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has made a significant breakthrough in combating motorcycle theft in Kano State. NSCDC Kano Command: A Call to Action for Governor Kabir Yusuf Six suspects, identified as Najib Lawal, Bashir Bello Idris, Lawan Yakubu, Kabiru Garba, Hussain Hassan, and Mubarak Basiru, have been arrested for violently attacking and snatching motorcycles from unsuspecting members of the public around Gurin Gawa and Bechi areas of Kumbotso local government . NEMA Organizes Disaster Response Training for NSCDC Jigawa The suspects were caught after two of them, Mubarak Basiru and Hussain Hassan, broke into a house…
Lubabatu I. Garba Hukumar Dake kula da Aikin Hajji ta Kasa (NAHCON) ta ayyana kudin kujerar aikin Hajjin bana inda ta ce maniyyatan da syka fito daga bangaten kudancin kasar Nan za su biya Naira miliyam takwas da dubu dari bakwai. Shugaban NAHCON Ya Bayyana Cigaban Da Ya Samar A Kwanaki 100 Shugaban Hukmar NAHCON Farfesa Abdullahi Sale Usman ne ya bayyana haka ta cikin wata takarda da Mataimakiyar Daraktan Hulda da Jamaa ta Hukumar Fatima Sanda Usara ta sanya wa.hannu. NAHCON Announces 2025 Hajj Fares for Nigerian Pilgrims Takardar ta bayyana cewa maniyyatan da suka fito daga Jihar Borno…
The Kano state house of assembly KNHA has declared a state of emergency on rural roads across the state. Kano Assembly Speaker Mourns Jigawa Governor’s Mother This was sequel to deliberations on the floor of the house in a motion moved by member representing Minjibir constituency Alhaji Abdul Abdulhamid during plenary presided over by the speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore. Mover of the motion argued that, since the inception of the 10th assembly, about 90 motions were passed concerning urban roads without considering rural areas. Kano Assembly Confirms Waiya, Sagagi Others As Commissioners The lawmaker explained that, declaring a state…
Ado Salisu The 2025 Gombe Inter-Secondary Schools Athletics Championship and Grassroots Football Competition will commence tomorrow, Tuesday, at the Pantami Stadium. Over 3500 Athletes Set For Gombe Inter-Schools Championship The participating athletes, officials and other stakeholders, including journalists, have arrived in Gombe, the state capital city, ahead of the sports fiesta. According to the event programmes released by the organisers, Governor Inuwa Yahaya is topping the list of dignitaries invited for the opening ceremony organized by the Gombe State Athletics Association under the leadership of Ahmed Gara in collaboration with GWG Sports Center Limited. Gombe Inter-Secondary Schools Athletics Rescheduled to…
The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has pledged his commitment to transforming information dissemination as part of the Ministry’s mandate. He made this statement during a dinner organized by the Renaissance Coalition in honor of himself and his counterpart, the Commissioner of the Ministry of Public Procurement, Projects Monitoring, and Evaluation. Comrade Waiya: Breathing New Life into Kanos Info Ministry In a statement signed by the Director of Special Duties Kano State Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs Sani Abba Yola. Comrade Waiya emphasized the importance of publicizing the developmental projects and people-centered…
Kano State’s Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has called on parents to take an active role in shielding their children from the dangers of illicit drugs and social vices. Deputy Gov Aminu Gwarzo Hails Governor Yusuf on 62nd Birthday Speaking at the annual Maulud celebration in Ungogo Local Government Area, Comrade Gwarzo emphasized the importance of parental supervision in cultivating moral and socially responsible behavior among the youth. He expressed concern over the escalating instances of drug abuse and social misconduct, warning that these challenges pose a severe threat to the community’s and the state’s future. Kano Deputy Governor…
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced the Hajj fares for the 2025 season, following approval from the Office of the Vice President. NAHCON Announces Plan to Abolish Dollar Payments for Hajj The fares were determined after extensive consultations with stakeholders to ensure inclusivity. According to NAHCON, the 2025 Hajj fares are as follows: Pilgrims from Borno and Adamawa zones will pay N8,327,125.59 Pilgrims from Southern states will pay N8,784,085.59 Pilgrims from Northern zones will pay N8,457,685.59 NAHCON denies serving poor meal to pilgrims in Saudi Arabia NAHCON Chairman, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, commended the team for their…
Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has commissioned a 7.3km road and solar-powered streetlight project worth over four billion naira in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area. Kano governor distributes N12.7m to 281 fire victims The governor’s spokesperson, Mr Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, revealed this in a statement made available to journalists. According to the statement, the project was initiated by Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s administration in 2012 but was left incomplete by the immediate past governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, during his eight-year tenure. Gov Yusuf Makes Key Appointments to Strengthen Administration Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Governor Yusuf expressed…
In a move aimed at mitigating the impact of skyrocketing global crude oil prices on Nigerian consumers, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a modest 5% increase in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), from N899.50 to N950 per litre. Dangote Refinery’s New Partnership to Bring Relief to Motorists This strategic decision underscores the refinery’s commitment to providing affordable and high-quality fuel to Nigerians. The recent surge in global crude oil prices, with Brent Crude prices jumping from $70 to $82 per barrel, posed a significant challenge to the Nigerian oil industry. IPMAN, Dangote Refinery Seal Deal to Ensure…
The Catholic Diocese of Warri in Delta State has suspended Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe from priestly duties after he allegedly got married in the United States without the church’s knowledge or approval. Five Nigerian Churches That Do Not Celebrate Christmas A statement jointly signed by the Bishop of Warri, Rt. Rev. Anthony Ovayero Ewherido, and the Chancellor/Notary, Very Rev. Fr. Clement Abobo, disclosed that Fr. Oghenerukevwe married Ms. Dora Chichah on December 29, 2024, at the Streams of Joy Church in Dallas, USA. The Diocese stated that the priest’s actions incurred a Latae Sententiae suspension, prohibiting him from presenting…
Suyudi Isah Jibril In a bid to support education for vulnerable groups, the Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (KSAFE) has donated over 1,000 textbooks to orphans and vulnerable children in Kano State. K-SAFE Commends Gov. Yusuf’s Deployment Of Makoda To Edu The donation, which took place at the Murtala Muhammad Library, was part of FOCO OVC’s annual program aimed at promoting education among vulnerable children. Dr. Auwalu Halilu, leader of KSAFE, emphasized the importance of education in breaking the cycle of poverty and improving the future prospects of vulnerable children. “Education is a right that every child deserves,” he…
Khadijah Aliyu The Kano State Government has launched an initiative to promote its projects and achievements on the Kwankwasiyya TikTok platform. KNSG Organizes Workshop to Promote Peaceful LG Elections Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, inaugurated the Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Projects Promotion Advocates, which aims to showcase the state government’s developmental strides and foster unity among the Kwankwasiyya community on TikTok. No Cause for Alarm: Kano Government Addresses Bird Flu Rumors He stressed that, the initiative seeks to promote awareness of ongoing projects across various sectors and encourage collaboration within the digital community to…
The Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN) has launched a new initiative aimed at empowering Nigerian youths and women, particularly those living with disabilities PWDs. The project, which is in partnership with the National Cereals Research Institute (NCRI), seeks to improve food security, create sustainable livelihoods, and promote economic growth. The Initiative, which kicked off in Abuja, brought together women’s groups from various states, including Adamawa, Bauchi, Benue, Gombe, Kaduna, and Nasarawa. The event featured the launch of new products, including rice cakes made from locally sourced rice and soybeans. Hajiya Dr. Salamatu Garba, the country director WOFAN-ICON2, stated that the…
The management of Bayero University Kano BUK says has it has put modalities in place to address concerns over delays in issuing transcripts and allegations of bribery. CDA BUK Partners UK-Based Tech Firm to Revolutionize Farming In a statement signed by the registrar BUK Haruna Aliyu The statement reiterated BUKs commitment to maintaining integrity and trust. Haruna Aliyu explained that, to tackle the challenges faced by graduates, the Registrar’s office has introduced measures to streamline the transcript collection process. Academic Excellence: BUK Promotes Couple to Professional Rank “This aims to ensure timely issuance of transcripts without unnecessary difficulties” He hinted…