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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening democracy, improving security, and delivering economic prosperity, as Nigeria marked the 2026 Democracy Day celebration. In a nationwide address on Friday, the President described Nigeria’s 27 years of uninterrupted civilian rule as a major achievement, noting that since 1999, Nigerians have consistently chosen their leaders through the ballot box and resolved political disputes through democratic institutions rather than violence. Tinubu urged stakeholders to ensure peaceful and credible governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun states, stressing that public confidence in the electoral process remains essential for the survival of democracy.…

The Federal Government has launched the Farm Input Support Programme (FISP) for the North Central geo-political zone, providing free fertiliser to thousands of smallholder farmers as part of efforts to strengthen food security and boost agricultural productivity across the country. The programme, initiated by the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), was officially flagged off in Minna, Niger State. Under the scheme, 80,640 bags of NPK fertiliser will be distributed free of charge to 20,160 farmers in Niger, Benue, Nasarawa and Kwara states. Speaking at the launch, the Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of NADF, Mohammed Abu Ibrahim, described the…

Sarkin Hausawan Arewacin Afirka kuma Shugaban Gidajen Kasuwar Kantin Kwari, wanda kuma shi ne Shugaban Zauren Kantin Kwari, Mataimakin Shugaban Kungiyar Shugabannin Kasuwanni karkashin jagorancin Barista Junaidu, Mataimakin Shugaban AMATA da kuma Ma’ajin kungiyar Coalition of Market Chairmen a Jihar Kano, Alhaji Amb. Balarabe Tatari ya bukaci mahukunta da su sake nazari kan kudirin hana shigo da tufafi da kayan masaku daga kasashen waje, yana mai gargadin cewa matakin zai yi illa ga tattalin arziki da rayuwar miliyoyin ‘yan Najeriya. Da yake magana kan batun, ya bayyana cewa harkar kasuwancin kayan sawa (textile) na daga cikin manyan hanyoyin samar da…

Jamilu Abubakar The European Union-funded Strengthening Access to Reproductive and Adolescent Health (EU-SARAH) project is making significant strides in improving access to quality healthcare services for women, children and adolescents across Adamawa State through strengthened health systems and enhanced community engagement. Speaking during a media engagement held to showcase the impact of the initiative, UNICEF Health Officer at the Bauchi Field Office, Oluseyi Olosunde, said the four-year programme is being implemented by the Adamawa State Government with support from UNICEF and UNFPA to reduce maternal, newborn and adolescent morbidity and mortality. Olosunde explained that Adamawa, alongside Sokoto and Kwara states,…

A 43-year-old Nigerian man has been arrested in Istanbul, Turkey for allegedly defrauding a Hong Kong dentist of $2.5 million dollars under the pretence of marriage. The suspect identified as Kingsley O, was arrested in Esenyurt alongside his five accomplices and arraigned in court on on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The Hong Kong dentist, Siu P.Y.F. lost $2.5 million over two years to a person she met online, who introduced himself as a wealthy ‘American businessman Richard,’ promising marriage. In 2020, dentist Siu P.Y.F. started communicating with ‘Richard’ on a dating site. The couple, who only communicated by phone for…

The Northern Youth Assembly (NYA) has welcomed the National Assembly’s endorsement of the constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish State Police across Nigeria, describing the development as a historic milestone in the country’s security reform efforts. In a statement signed by its Secretary General, Abdulhafiz Garba, PhD, the organization commended lawmakers for their overwhelming support of the bill, with 289 legislators voting in favour and only four opposing it. According to the NYA, the outcome reflects a growing national consensus on the need to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture through decentralized and community-oriented policing. The assembly noted that the creation of…

The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested an Aviation Security (AVSEC) officer and two other suspects for their alleged involvement in the smuggling of gold and foreign currencies through the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. The suspects, identified as Ali Baffa, an Inspector I with AVSEC, Aushabu Nasidi, and Mukhtar Muhammad Dan Zaria, were apprehended during a surveillance operation conducted by the EFCC at the airport. According to the Commission, the arrests were made on June 11, 2026, following a directive by the EFCC Chairman to all zonal directorates to intensify efforts against…

Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Police Command has intensified enforcement against vehicles operating without proper registration as part of efforts to strengthen public safety and prevent criminal activities across the state. The move is in compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police aimed at curbing the use of unregistered and improperly identified vehicles for criminal activities. This was contained in a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman. According to the statement, police operatives in Birnin Kebbi successfully recovered a stolen gold-coloured Mercedes-Benz C200, 2009 model, following credible information received through the Command’s emergency…

Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Government says it has invested more than N1.59 billion in the development of about 590 Early Childhood Development (ECD) Centres located across primary schools in the state over the last three years. The Executive Chairman of the Kebbi State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Professor Suleiman Khalid Jega, disclosed this during the celebration of the 2026 International Day of Play, organised by UNICEF in collaboration with SUBEB at Kaura Gwandu Model Primary School in Birnin Kebbi. Professor Jega said the administration of Governor Nasir Idris places a high premium on early childhood education, recognising it…

Lamara Garba in Makkah The Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has assured pilgrims from the state currently performing Hajj in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that adequate arrangements are being made to ensure a smooth, safe and hitch-free return to Nigeria. Governor Yusuf gave the assurance while addressing Kano pilgrims in Makkah, where he commended them for their patience, discipline and exemplary conduct throughout the pilgrimage period. The governor also urged the pilgrims to continue offering prayers for lasting peace, unity, tranquility and prosperity in Kano State and Nigeria as a whole, stressing that the nation…

Lamara Garba The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has declared that his political future, including the question of re-election in 2027, rests entirely in the hands of Almighty Allah, stressing that political power is neither a matter of life and death nor something that any individual can permanently give or take away. Governor Yusuf made the remarks while addressing Kano pilgrims and Hajj officials in Makkah during a Sallah visit on Wednesday. Speaking before hundreds of pilgrims, the Governor who quoted from the verses of the Holy Qur’an, reminding the faithful that ultimate authority belongs to Allah…

The International Centre for Energy, Environment and Development (ICEED), with support from the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE), has convened a Kano State Clean Cooking Finance Plan Validation Workshop aimed at accelerating the transition to clean cooking technologies and supporting Nigeria’s climate change commitments. The workshop brought together government officials, development partners, private sector actors, civil society organisations and other stakeholders to review and validate the Kano State Clean Cooking Finance Plan, provide feedback on proposed financing pathways, and identify practical measures to strengthen clean cooking access, finance mobilisation, institutional coordination and implementation readiness across the state.…

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called on governance professionals to spearhead a nationwide campaign for integrity, accountability and ethical leadership, stressing that sustainable development cannot be achieved without a strong moral foundation. The Emir made the call during the 60th anniversary celebration of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) and the inauguration of its Kano State Chapter. Speaking at the occasion, Sanusi lamented the decline in ethical values in the country, describing it as a major factor responsible for Nigeria’s developmental challenges. The monarch urged members of ICSAN to extend their influence beyond…

The Kano State Government KNSG says it is spending over N60 million monthly on free maternal healthcare services, including free Caesarean sections for pregnant women in more than 30 government hospitals, as part of efforts to reduce maternal mortality and improve healthcare delivery across the state. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, disclosed this during a press conference to highlight achievements recorded in the health sector as part of activities marking the third anniversary of the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf According to the commissioner, the government has prioritised maternal and child healthcare by providing free…

Governors of the seven North-West states have unanimously adopted the Renewed Hope Child Support Programme as a regional framework aimed at reducing multidimensional child poverty and accelerating human capital development across the region. The decision was reached at the North-West High-Level Policy Dialogue on Reducing Multidimensional Poverty Through Scaled Social Protection Systems and Innovative Financing, held at the Government House in Kano under the auspices of the North-West Governors’ Forum (NWGF). The forum brought together governors from Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Jigawa, Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara states alongside representatives of the Federal Government, development partners, development finance institutions, traditional and religious…

A high-level delegation of European Union (EU) Member States Heads of Mission and their Deputies has concluded a strategic visibility and public diplomacy mission to Kano State, reaffirming the bloc’s commitment to strengthening partnerships, promoting inclusive development, and expanding opportunities for young people and vulnerable communities across Northern Nigeria. The delegation was led by the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, and included representatives of UNICEF, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) on behalf of the German Government, Plan International Nigeria, UN-Habitat, and other development partners. The multi-day mission focused on enhancing engagement with government institutions, youth…

The Centre for Gender Studies (CGS), Bayero University Kano (BUK), in collaboration with the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, has organized a mentorship and interactive session aimed at strengthening leadership capacity and democratic participation among female students. The programme, tagged Inclusive Democracy and Empowerment Network for Active Youth in Nigeria (INCLUDE NAIJA), attracted mentees, mentors, members of the university community, and other stakeholders committed to youth and women’s empowerment. Speaking at the event, the Director of the Centre for Gender Studies, Bayero University Kano, Dr. Safiya Ahmad Nuhu, described the initiative as a leadership mentorship programme designed to enhance the competencies, confidence,…

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to working with state governments, traditional institutions, religious leaders, communities, and development partners to build a credible, scalable, and sustainable social protection system in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Vice President Kashim Shettima made this known during the North-West Governors’ Forum (NWGF) Policy Dialogue on Reducing Multidimensional Poverty Through Scaled Social Protection Systems and Innovative Financing held in Kano. Represented by the Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, the Vice President described social protection as a critical pillar of national development and a key responsibility of government. According…

Adamu Yusuf The Association of Retired Police Officers of Nigeria under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) has distanced itself from reports claiming that retired police personnel issued an 11-day ultimatum to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to assent to the Police Pension Board Bill or face mass protests at the National Assembly. In a press statement made available to journalists in Kaduna, the association described the claim as misleading and clarified that the purported ultimatum was allegedly issued by CSP Raphael Irawainu (Rtd), who retired from the Nigeria Police Force in March 2025. The statement was jointly signed by the National…

The Managing Director of the South East Development Commission (SEDC), Mr. Mark Okoye, came under intense scrutiny on Tuesday as the Senate Committee on the SEDC questioned the management of N16.6 billion released to the agency from the 2025 budget. The committee, chaired by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, expressed dissatisfaction with the commission’s financial records and directed its management to provide a comprehensive account of all expenditures made from the funds received so far. Particularly troubling to lawmakers were claims that the commission spent N153 million on the rent of a one-room liaison office in Abuja and listed another N2.5…