After more than 14 hours of being delayed at Al Abraq International Airport, the Libyan government cleared the Nigerian flight to bring the players and officials back home. This was disclosed in a post by sports journalist Adepoju Tobi Samuel, popularly known as OgaNlaMedia. He said: “After pressure from several quarters, the Libyan government has agreed to issue clearance for ValueJet Airline to fly and sell aviation fuel to the airline. “They came with a gimmick to issue a pre-clearance to land in Benghazi first before we fly to Nigeria. The same Benghazi that was busy yesterday. “The NFF has…
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Nigerias sports Minister Senator John Owan Enoh Condems super eagles ordeal in Libya I strongly condemn the obnoxious treatment meted on players and officials of the Senior National Team,the Super Eagles who arrived Libya, yesterday the 13th of October for the reverse version of the match played on Friday in Uyo, the AFCON 2025 Group D qualifiers. The National Team was en route Benghazi but was diverted on approach the airport(with very scant attention to their safety),to Al Abaq Airport, which is hours away from Benghazi, where their match is slated to take place. Throughout the night, I escalated the…
The National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Chris Isiguzo, has commended the significant achievements of the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, particularly in the health and education sectors. In a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, it was revealed that Comrade Chris, alongside his deputy, Comrade Alasan Yahaya, visited Kano on Sunday to confer the title of Grand Patron of the NUJ on Governor Yusuf and to present the newly elected leadership of the NUJ Kano chapter. The NUJ President highlighted Governor Yusuf’s recent recognition as the “Most Teacher-Friendly Governor…
The Super Eagles have threatened to boycott the return leg of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against the Mediterranean Knights of Libya. A statement by Ademola Olajire, a communication officer in the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) explained that the decision was as a result of the obvious maltreatment by the Libyan government officials who kept and refused to clear the entire Nigerian team at the Al Abaq airport. “The fatigued players and officials have remained nonplussed. This is as the host Libyan Football Federation failed to send any reception team or even vehicles to take the delegation…
Frequent washing of hands, good environmental sanitation, through washing of fruits, vegetables and good storage of food has been identified as major ways of preventing cholera. The coordinator Kano state center for disease control KNCDC Associate Professor Muhammad Adam Abbas disclosed during an exclusive interview with Radio Nigeria. According to him, cholera is a disease of poor sanitary condition where personal and food hygiene can help in addressing the spread and contamination. He stressed that, during the rainy season, running water washes off dirt and faeces from surfaces into low-line wells, which can only be prevented through the provision of…
Federal High Court Judge in Kano, Justice Simon Amobeda, has issued a stern warning against attempts to influence judicial proceedings under his jurisdiction. Speaking at an open court session, Justice Amobeda confronted Usman Umar Fari, Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Kano chapter and legal counsel for the state’s Anti-Corruption Commission. He expressed concern over alleged attempts by the Chairman of Kano Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, Muhuyi Magaji Rimin-Gado, to interfere with the course of justice. Amobeda disclosed that multiple petitions had been filed against him before the National Judicial Council (NJC), accusing him of biased judgments and…
Musa Abdullahi Sufi In a significant stride toward improving healthcare services, the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has introduced the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system across its engaged facilities. This transformative initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of patient care, ensuring that enrollees under the state’s healthcare scheme receive timely and quality medical services. The Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Mukhtar, explained the strategic importance of the EMR system. According to her, the pilot phase has already been launched in 40 Primary Health Care Facilities, and other major hospitals with the highest number of enrollees. “We…
Mai Girma Kwamishiniyar Ma’aikatar Harkokin Mata, Yara da Masu Bukata ta Musamman, Hajiya Aisha Lawan Saji Rano, ta aiyana Mai Girma Gwamnan Jihar Kano, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, a matsayin uba na hakika ga marayun Gidan Yara na Nassarawa. Kwamishiniyar ta yi wannan ikirarin ne jim kadan bayan da ya yi wa daya daga cikin marayun waliccin daurin auranta jiya Jumu’a bayan da ta yi nasarar samun mijin aure. Mai Girma Saji ta ce gwamnan wanda ya samu wakilcin Kwamishinan Harkokin Addini ya tabbatar wa da duniya shi uban marayu ne, wanda ke tare da su , yana nuna musu…
Adamu Yusuf Fulbe Development and Cultural Organization has organised maiden Pulaaku Day 2024 successfully with the call on pastoralists to adapt to the current realities of Nigeria and Africa. The day Is being organized for the first time, to promote Fulbe culture, heritage, peace, unity and peaceful co-existence among the broad diversity of Fulbe and other cultures. The event took place at the Emir of Zazzau’s Palace, Zaria, Kaduna State features the recitation of Al-Quran, exhibition of cultural artifacts, public lectures, fashion parade, cultural dances, traditional stick fighting display among others. In his address, the Founder and National Chairman of…
Ɗan takarar shugaban ƙasa na jam’iyyar LP a zaɓen 2023, Peter Obi, ya soki Shugaba Bola Tinubu kan ƙara farashin man fetur din da ya yi, yayin da yake hutu Obi ya nuna damuwarsa kan yadda Tinubu ya bari Kamfanin Mai na Ƙasa (NNPCL), ya ƙara farashin mai ba tare da wata sanarwa ba, wanda hakan ya ƙara jefa ’yan Najeriya cikin matsin tattalin arziƙi. A yayin da Shugaba Tinubu ke hutu a ƙasar Faransa, NNPCL ya ƙara farashin man fetur a faɗin Najeriya, inda a wasu yankuna farashin ya kai har Naira 1,075 kan kowace lita. Jama’a da dama…
Hon. Aliyu Harazimi Rano ya lashe zaɓen fidda gwani na jam’iyyar APC, wanda hakan ya bashi daga zama dan takarar shugaban karamar hukumar Rano a zaɓen da za a gudanar a ranar 26 ga watan nan. An dai gudanar da zaben ne a jiya asabar da daddare inda bayan gaza samun masalaha a tsakanin yan takarar aka shiga zaɓen tsakanin yan takara 10. Bayan kammala kada kuri’u ne Hon. Aliyu Harazimi Rano ya sami nasarar lashe zaɓen da kuri’u tara cikin goma sha shida da aka kada. Jim kadan bayan lashe zaɓen, jaridar kadaura24 ta zanta da Aliyu Harazimi Rano…
The Lagos State Police have confirmed the detention of two Persons Living with Disabilities (PWDs) for allegedly attempting to steal a tricycle from another disabled individual. In a statement on Sunday by SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the police spokesperson, the victim reported the incident to the Denton Police Division on Thursday at 3:00 p.m. He said that the tricycle rider recounted that on Wednesday at 8:00 p.m., he gave three disabled men a ride from Boson Roundabout Oyingbo to Third Mainland Bridge. “Initially, he refused their request to drop them at Third Mainland Bridge Intersection. However, upon attempting to do so,…
Kabiru Haruna The Kano State Police Command has announced the arrest of three suspects in connection with the murder of 32-year-old Dahiru Musa. The suspects, Aliyu Adamu, 22, Mubarak Abdulsalam, 20, and Sadiq Sunusi, 19, were apprehended after a report was filed by the victim’s brother on September 29, 2024. According to the police, Aliyu Adamu, a close associate of the victim, lured Dahiru Musa to his house under the pretext of negotiating land business. He then poisoned Musa’s food, and upon discovering he was unconscious, stabbed him to death with the help of Mubarak Abdulsalam. The suspects later packed…
Most sellers of Bean cake (Kosai) in Kano Metropolis have run out of business due to the prevailing high prices of beans and cooking oil in the area. Kosai, also known as Akara in some other parts of the country, is a staple delicacy mostly consumed for breakfast in many parts of the North, including Kano State. The stuff, has, however, gone beyond the reach of the ordinary person in recent times, as most of its makers in the state can no longer produce it due to the prohibitive cost of its essential ingredients – beans and groundnut oil. Beans…
The People’s Democratic Party(PDP) in Kano State has elected Alhaji Yusuf Ado Kibiya as its new Chairman. Kibiya secured a landslide victory, garnering 3,964 votes to defeat his opponent, Nura Nuhu, who scored 244 votes. The results of the election were announced on Sunday by Halilu Abubakar Mazagani, Chairman of the election committee, from the National headquarters of the PDP. Shortly after the announcement of the results, Barrister Abdul Fatah Muhammad administered the oath of office to the 39 newly-elected party officials, including Kibiya. In his acceptance speech,Kibiya thanked members of the party for reposing their confidence in him and…
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kano State Chapter has marked the International Day of the Girl Child alongside Maulud with a one-day symposium. The event, hel” in Kano, brought together distinguished speakers and guests who advocated for the advancement and empowerment of women and girls. In attendance were prominent figures that included Sayyida Habashiyya Sheikh Nasir Kabara, Malama Hauwa Salisu Gaya, Hajiya Salma Yusuf and Hadiza Muhammad of NTA Kano, who shared their insights on the role of women in the media and the importance of supporting young girls to achieve their full potentials. The Hon. Commissioner of…
Sani Haruna Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State has approved the immediate release of eleven automatic employment letters to the best performing graduates of Isa Kaita College of education Dutsin-ma IKCOE The governor made the pronouncement at the second combined convocation of the college held in Dutsin-ma, Katsina State. Malam Dikko Umar Radda explained that the students have shown both moral and academic excellence during their stay at the college hence the need to be rewarded and urged others to emulate them. He also announced the donation of two million naira to three staffs s of the college who…
Olufunmi Bose The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Kano State Command has inaugurated a clinic for medical emergency response to accident victims. FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Muhammed inaugurated the clinic at the command’s headquarters in Kano. He said the clinic, named after him, would provide first aid and prompt attention to road accident victims. Muhammed credited the success to collaboration with stakeholders and emphasized adherence to driving rules. He also highlighted the FRSC’s mobile application for real-time data and feedback. The Sector Commander lauded joint efforts with stakeholders, while Secretary to Kano State Government, Dr Baffa Bichi commended the corps’…
Kabiru Haruna Kano Pillars FC has issued a statement dismissing allegations made by a Kano-based radio station that the club owes its Technical Adviser, Usman Abdallah, three months’ salary. The club described the claim as misleading and lacking factual basis. According to the club, Usman Abdallah was officially appointed as Technical Adviser on August 6, 2024. As of the statement’s release, Abdallah has only been with the club for two months, rendering the three-month delay claim impossible. Kano Pillars FC prides itself on its history of prompt payments to players, technical staff, and employees. The Kano State Government oversees payroll,…
Matawalle, the current state minister of defense and a prominent politician from Zamfara State’s Maradun Local Government, finds himself in the eye of a storm as he embarks on what can only be described as a politically motivated visit to a military outpost in Sokoto State. This visit comes on the heels of rumors concerning a potential cabinet reshuffle in President Bola Tinubu’s administration. While the visit may appear to be an essential aspect of his role, it raises profound questions regarding the responsibilities of leadership, especially in a region grappling with rampant insecurity. Zamfara State, once a beacon of…