The Nigerian Navy says it has uncovered nine illegal refining sites comprising 23 dugout pits in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers. This is contained in an operational report by the Director of Naval Information, Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho, on Tuesday in Abuja. Kano Deputy Governor Urges Navy Graduates to Uphold Discipline Mr Folorunsho said that the sites were uncovered during an operation carried out by personnel of Forward Operating Base (FOB) BONNY under Operation DELTA SENTINEL. According to him, during the operation, personnel uncovered nine illegal refining sites comprising 23 dugout pits, with 18 of the pits containing an estimated…
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The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has assured Nigerians that the ₦100 and ₦200 banknotes remain valid legal tender despite their reduced circulation across the country. Nigerian Investment Opportunities According to Ireporter Online, Cardoso attributed the scarcity of the lower-denomination notes to the increasing adoption of digital payment platforms, changing consumer spending habits, and the dynamics of currency demand and supply rather than any decision by the apex bank to withdraw them. Alleged Fraudulent Acts: CSO Protests At CBN, Submits Petition Against Bank Speaking after the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting in Abuja on Tuesday,…
The Plateau State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (LPRES) Project in collaboration with Livestock Genetic Africa Limited, has commenced stakeholder sensitisation ahead of the planned statewide Mass Artificial Insemination (AI) Programme aimed at improving livestock productivity. The initiative is designed to enhance the genetic quality of livestock, increase meat and milk production, and strengthen the livestock value chain through the adoption of modern breeding technologies. Kano Assembly Calls for Transfer of L-PRES Project to Ministry of Livestock The sensitisation brought together livestock farmers, pastoralists, traditional rulers, extension workers and community leaders to educate them on the objectives, benefits and implementation…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it has uncovered 908 fake workers across several federal ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), in a payroll fraud that allegedly siphoned hundreds of millions of naira. The anti-graft agency said it recovered about N942 million allegedly linked to fraudulent salary payments made to the fictitious employees. Kano Adopts Technology to End Ghost Workers, Improve Salary Payments According to BBC Pidgin, Musa Aliyu, chairman of the ICPC, said the discovery followed an investigation launched by the commission in 2024 after it detected irregularities in pension payments. The commission described fake…
The Kano State Government has presented appointment letters to 8,588 newly recruited teachers and Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA) personnel as part of efforts to strengthen the education sector and improve learning outcomes across the state. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, alongside the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, and the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, presented the appointment letters during a ceremony held in Kano. Minister Commends Kano’s Recruitment of 8,588 Teachers The beneficiaries comprise 4,900 newly recruited teachers and 3,688 BESDA personnel under the 2026 programme. Speaking at the event, Dr. Alausa…
Ado Salisu The Pro-Chancellor of Northwest University, Kano NWUK, Professor Hafiz Abubakar, has pledged the university’s full support for its athletes as preparations intensify for the forthcoming Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) competition scheduled to be held in Calabar, Cross River State. Professor Abubakar made the pledge during the opening ceremony of the maiden Inter-Union Staff Football Competition held at the university’s main campus. University of Calabar Set for Historic Hosting of 28th NUGA Games He said organising regular sporting competitions among staff and students would help identify and develop talented athletes while promoting sports development within the institution. The…
The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Maruf Alausa, has commended the WOFAN–Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) SIBLING Project at Bayero University, Kano (BUK), describing it as a strategic initiative for equipping students with practical agricultural and entrepreneurial skills. Dr. Alausa gave the commendation during an inspection visit to the project site, where he expressed satisfaction with the level of investment and its potential to transform students through hands-on agricultural training. WOFAN Invests N40 Million in BUK to Produce Job-Creating Agripreneurs The Minister, who was accompanied by the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Said Ahmad, said the initiative would…
The Director-General of the Kaduna State Bureau of Interfaith, Barrister Tahir Umar Tahir, has received a delegation from the Majlisu Madarisi Tahfizil Qur’anil Kareem (MTQ) to discuss areas of collaboration aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence and strengthening Qur’anic education in the state. The delegation, led by the Ameer of the organisation, Suleiman Aliyu Abdullahi, visited the Director-General at his office in Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, Kaduna. Quranic Teacher Accused of Killing Student for Missing School During the meeting, the delegation said the visit was aimed at fostering mutual understanding and exploring opportunities for collaboration, particularly in promoting peace and harmony…
The Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) and FP2030 have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration to improve financing, transparency and accountability in family planning programmes across Nigeria. The commitment was made during a strategic engagement between the AHBN Coordinator, Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba, and the Regional Director/Managing Director for North, West and Central Africa at FP2030, Dr. Alain E.M. Damiba. Kano Steps Up Monitoring of Family Planning, Nutrition Services Also present at the meeting was the Advocacy, Accountability and Partnership Manager of the FP2030 North, West and Central Africa Hub, Yusuf Nuhu. During the meeting, Dr. Damiba commended AHBN for…
The Minister of Education, Dr. Ma’aruf Tunji Alausa, has commended the Kano State Government for recruiting 8,588 teachers as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the education sector and improve the quality of teaching and learning across public schools. The Minister gave the commendation during the presentation of appointment letters to the newly recruited teachers at the Sani Abacha Indoor Stadium in Kano. No CBT Cancellation, FCSC Tells Recruitment Candidates Speaking at the event, Dr. Alausa described the exercise as a major milestone in the state’s efforts to address the shortage of qualified teachers and reposition the education sector for…
As part of efforts to strengthen accountability in the management of security funds and address rising insecurity in border communities, the Kano State House of Assembly has called for an investigation into the utilisation of monthly security allocations to local government councils following renewed attacks by suspected bandits in parts of the state. This was sequel to a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by the member representing Ghari/Tsanyawa Constituency, Garba Gwarmai, during plenary presided over by the Speaker Isma’il Falgore. When Fear Meets Reform: How Kano Is Rewriting the Narrative of Security Gwarmai explained that, communities in Tsanyawa LGA…
Sani Dutsinma The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kebbi Sector Command, has arrested 39 vehicles for various traffic offences during an ongoing special enforcement operation across the state. The Sector Commander, Mrs. Rukayya Zakaria, disclosed this while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi, the Kebbi State capital. Court Ruling Won’t Stop FRSC Operations in Kano, Command Declares Zakaria said the operation, which commenced on July 20, targets critical traffic violations, including overloading, mixed loading, route violations, tyre-related offences and other practices that endanger the lives of road users. She explained that the exercise, codenamed “Daidaita Lodi” and “Lodi Limit,” is being…
Bosede Olufunmi Zainab The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Kano Branch, have agreed to strengthen collaboration aimed at promoting the rule of law, improving road safety enforcement, and enhancing the capacity of FRSC personnel. The FRSC Corps Legal Adviser, Mrs. Olushola Ashonibare, disclosed this during a meeting with officials of the NBA, Kano Branch, held on Tuesday at the FRSC Kano Sector Command Headquarters. 39 Vehicles Impounded as FRSC Intensifies Enforcement in Kebbi Ashonibare said the meeting was convened to foster a stronger working relationship between the FRSC and the NBA, noting that the…
What was once a thriving street-side business in Kano is gradually losing its appeal as more Nigerians embrace the convenience of purchasing mobile data directly through banking apps and mobile network platforms. Across the Kano metropolis, the familiar sight of customers crowding small kiosks and roadside shops to buy internet data has become less common. NDPC, LBS Partner to Advance AI, Data Protection The shift reflects Nigeria’s growing digital financial ecosystem, where banks and telecommunications companies have simplified access to airtime and data bundles through mobile applications, USSD codes and internet banking services. A visit to several commercial areas in…
The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) says it will enrol 6,000 vulnerable persons living with tuberculosis (TB) and leprosy into the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Scheme to improve access to affordable and quality healthcare services. The Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, disclosed this during a strategic engagement with the 44 Local Government Area TB and Leprosy Supervisors held on Tuesday in Kano. KSCHMA Drives Accountability Reform in Kano Healthcare System Dr. Rahila said the initiative aligns with the healthcare transformation agenda of the Kano State Government under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, aimed at expanding access…
Jamilu Abubakar The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Gombe State Government have identified the first 1,000 days of a child’s life as the most critical period for preventing malnutrition and ensuring healthy growth and development. Speaking at the launch of the Preventing Malnutrition in the First 1,000 Days project in Gombe, UNICEF Chief of Field Office, Bauchi, Dr. Nuzhat Rafique, described the period from conception to a child’s second birthday as a crucial window for brain development, physical growth, immunity and lifelong health. UNICEF, Northwest States Chart New Course for Child Protection Dr. Rafique said investing in nutrition…
The Governorship Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, popularly known as Jagoran Amana, has congratulated the party’s Presidential Candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, on the occasion of his 65th birthday. In a congratulatory message on Monday signed by his spokesperson, Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, Comrade Gwarzo described Mr. Obi as a true patriot and a leader committed to the progress of Nigeria. Fresh Crisis Rocks NDC as Governorship, House of Reps Aspirants Ask Court to Nullify Kano Primaries According to him, Mr. Obi has continued to inspire millions of Nigerians through his commitment to…
The Gombe State Commissioner for Education, Associate Professor Aishatu Umar Maigari, has assumed duty with a commitment to consolidate ongoing reforms and strengthen the delivery of quality education across the state. Speaking after resuming office at the Ministry of Education headquarters in Gombe, Associate Professor Maigari said the administration of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya had made significant investments in the education sector through policies and reforms aimed at improving learning outcomes. Education, Innovation Top Agenda as NLA Visits Niger Gov’t She pledged to sustain the implementation of programmes designed to enhance the quality of education, including teacher capacity development, skills…
The Sokoto State Government has presented operational vehicles to security agencies as part of efforts to strengthen the fight against banditry and other forms of criminality across the state. The vehicles, procured by the administration of Governor Ahmed Aliyu, are aimed at enhancing the operational capacity of security agencies and improving the state’s security architecture. Presenting the vehicles on behalf of the state government, the Deputy Governor, Alhaji Idris Mohammed Gobir, reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to restoring lasting peace and security across Sokoto State. Kebbi Banditry: Police Recover AK-47 Rifles, Intensify Operations He urged the beneficiary security agencies to deploy…
The Taraba State Government has reactivated the State Accountability Mechanism for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (TaSAM) as part of renewed efforts to reduce preventable maternal and child deaths and strengthen accountability in the health sector. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Bordiya Buma, inaugurated the 52-member committee in Jalingo, describing the initiative as a significant step towards tackling the state’s high maternal mortality rate and improving healthcare delivery. 1,096 Health Workers Deployed as KNSG, UNICEF Intensify Fight Against Maternal, Child Deaths The committee comprises representatives of government ministries, departments and agencies, civil society organisations, professional bodies and the media. Its…