The Kano State Accountant-General’s Office has submitted the draft financial statements for the 2025 fiscal year to the Office of the Auditor-General for statutory review, in a move aimed at strengthening transparency and accountability in public financial management. The submission marks a significant milestone in the state’s financial reporting process and reflects compliance with legal and regulatory requirements governing public sector financial administration. Zuru General Hospital Under Scrutiny After Sisters’ Tragic Death The draft financial statements provide a comprehensive account of government revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities for the fiscal year and will form the basis for an independent audit…
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Ibrahim Sulaiman Former Governor of Kaduna State, Mukhtar Ramalan Yero, has emerged as the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Kaduna North Senatorial District. The Returning Officer for the exercise, Hassan Jirgi, announced the results in Zaria on Monday following the conclusion of the direct primary election conducted across the eight local government areas of the senatorial district. Senator Barau Emerges APC Candidate for Kano North According to Jirgi, Yero secured 6,060 votes to defeat his closest rival, Mohammed Mukaddas, who polled 1,044 votes, while Yusuf Ikara garnered 372 votes. APC Strengthens Grassroots Base with…
Khadijah Aliyu -Nigeria Biolinx Africa, YTO Foundation and Nextgen Molecular Lab have announced a landmark South-South partnership backed by a $3.5 million investment aimed at expanding genomics infrastructure and advancing precision medicine across Africa. The collaboration, which includes the acquisition of the NovaSeq X Plus sequencing platform, will initially focus on Kenya and Côte d’Ivoire as anchor countries for implementation. The partnership was unveiled during a high-level roundtable titled “From Dialogue to Delivery: Building Africa’s Future in Genomics and Precision Medicine,” held on the sidelines of the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. The session brought together…
The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has been affirmed as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Kano North Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general elections. The affirmation exercise was held at the APC headquarters in Bichi Local Government Area of Kano State, with thousands of party members drawn from the 13 local government areas of the senatorial district in attendance. Officials from the national headquarters of the APC and representatives of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) also observed the exercise. At about 2:20 p.m., the Chairman of the APC Electoral…
Hukumar Tace Fina-finai da Dab’i ta Jihar Kano ta dakatar da wata muhawara da aka shirya gudanarwa ba tare da izini ba tsakanin Malam Usman Maidubun Isa da Malam Sulaiman Uzair, mai taken “Fadima”, tare da kira ga hukumomin tsaro da su dauki matakan da suka dace domin hana duk wata matsala da ka iya tasowa tsakanin magoya bayan bangarorin biyu. Hukumar ta jaddada cewa babu wani mutum da ya isa ya take doka, tana mai cewa dole ne a bi ka’idojin da suka dace kafin gudanar da irin wannan taron. A cikin wata sanarwa da mai magana da yawunta,…
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has commended Ambassador Hirut Zemene for her dedicated service and contributions to the work of the African Union as she concluded her tenure as Permanent Representative of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA). Ambassador Hirut paid a farewell call on the Chairperson following the successful completion of her diplomatic assignment. African Union Mourns Passing of UN Envoy Nicholas Haysom During the meeting, Ambassador Hirut expressed appreciation to the African Union Commission for the cooperation and support extended…
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has granted bail to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in the sum of N100 million in his ongoing trial over alleged breach of national security. Delivering her ruling on Monday, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik imposed a number of stringent conditions to be fulfilled before the former governor can perfect his bail. El-Rufa’i Sues Kaduna House Of Assembly Over N432 Billion Claim The court ordered El-Rufai to provide one surety in like sum. The surety must reside in either Maitama or Asokoro districts of Abuja and must deposit the original Certificate of Occupancy of…
The All Progressives Congress has reversed the outcome of its Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam House of Representatives primary election in Plateau State, declaring incumbent lawmaker Yusuf Gagdi the winner and disowning an earlier result naming John Tongshinen the victor. The reversal was announced on Monday at the APC state Secretariat in Jos by the Chairman of the APC Plateau State Primaries Electoral Committee, Stella Okotete, who said the first declaration was unauthorised. Okotete dismissed earlier results announced in the Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam House of Representatives primary election, describing them as unauthorised. The committee chairman also declared Yusuf Gagdi the winner of the primary election. She…
Wasilah Ladan Residents across communities in Southern Borno State have continued to applaud the member representing Biu, Bayo, Kwaya Kusar and Shani Federal Constituency, Mukhtar Aliyu Betara, for executing projects described as impactful and people-oriented. In Bayo Local Government Area, the lawmaker constructed a 1,500-capacity stadium aimed at engaging youths and promoting sports development within the area. He also built an office complex and staff quarters for personnel of the Department of State Services to provide a conducive working environment for security operatives. Airstrike Targeting Insurgents Strikes Civilians in Borno-Yobe Border As part of efforts to strengthen security and improve…
Regina Akume, wife of George Akume, has secured the House of Representatives ticket of the All Progressives Congress for the Gboko/Tarka Federal Constituency in Benue State. Regina Akume, 71, emerged victorious during the APC primary election conducted on Saturday. The results were announced on Sunday in Makurdi by Sabiu Mahuta, chairman of the National Assembly Primary Election Committee in Benue State. Yusuf Buhari Clinches APC Ticket for House of Reps Also securing victory was Blessing Onuh, daughter of David Mark and current national chairman of the African Democratic Congress. Blessing Onuh won the APC primary for the Otukpo/Ohimini Federal Constituency,…
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Tanimu Turaki is set to screen former President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday as the party’s sole presidential aspirant ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to reports, members of the screening panel are expected to include former Vice-President Namadi Sambo, former Plateau State governor Jonah Jang, and former Minister of Foreign Affairs Tom Ikimi, among others. Bala Mohammed Rejects ADC Move, Chooses PDP-Wike The development follows confirmation by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, that Jonathan successfully completed the PDP’s fresh digital membership registration exercise conducted in line with…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has assured displaced communities affected by insecurity in Monguno Local Government Area of immediate humanitarian assistance and long-term support aimed at ensuring their dignified resettlement. Governor Zulum gave the assurance during a visit to displaced persons in Monguno town on Sunday, where he reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare and living conditions of victims of insecurity across the state. Kano, UN-Habitat Drive New Solutions for IDPs During the visit to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp, the governor interacted with displaced families, including women, children, and elderly residents, while listening to their…
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) and the National Animal Production Research Institute (NAPRI), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s forage and pasture seed system. The agreement, signed at the NASC Headquarters, is expected to enhance sustainable livestock production, improve feed availability, and contribute to national food security through the development of an efficient forage and pasture seed value chain. Eid-ul-Kabir: Rising Livestock Prices, Low Patronage Hit Kano Markets Under the partnership, both institutions will work together in key areas including research and development, seed production,…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the outcomes of the 10th France-Nigeria Business Council Meeting held during the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, describing the developments as evidence that relations between Nigeria and France have moved from dialogue to practical implementation. According to the President, the growing economic relationship between both countries, with bilateral trade reaching $4.7 billion in 2025 and Nigeria remaining the leading destination for French investment in sub-Saharan Africa, must now translate into tangible benefits including jobs, industrial growth, infrastructure development, and shared prosperity. France, Nigeria Strengthen Cooperation Against Transnational Drug Crime The meeting brought together…
The Our Water Our Right Africa Coalition (OWORAC) has raised concerns over what it describes as a growing shift toward water privatisation in Africa, warning that the trend could undermine public accountability and reduce access to safe and affordable water across the continent. The coalition expressed its concerns following a regional consultation held in Abuja, organised by the African Ministers’ Council on Water (AMCOW) as part of ongoing discussions on the First Implementation Plan (2026–2033) of the Africa Water Vision 2063. KNSG Trains 132 LGA WESH Personnel to Improve Rural Water Supply The meeting brought together representatives of the African…
The Budget Office of the Federation has explained the delay in the publication of recent Quarterly Budget Implementation Reports, attributing it to fiscal and legislative adjustments linked to the 2025 Appropriation Act. In a statement issued on May 17, Director-General of the Budget Office, Tanimu Yakubu, said the delay followed the repeal and re-enactment process of the 2025 Appropriation Act concluded in December 2025, as well as the extension of the implementation period of the 2025 budget to June 2026. Nigeria Urged to Close Immunization Funding Gap Ahead of 2026 Budget According to him, the developments effectively extended the operational…
The Lagos State Government has warned residents against consuming spoiled or fungus-infested tomatoes, popularly known as “Ata Esha,” citing serious health risks associated with such products. The warning was issued on Sunday by the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency through a statement shared on the state government’s X handle. The General Manager of the agency, Afolabi Solebo, urged consumers to avoid purchasing or consuming tomatoes showing visible white, green, or black fungal growth. Tomato Scarcity:Over 4000 Kano Farms Infected By Tuta Absoluta According to him, fungi found on spoiled tomatoes may produce harmful toxins, including aflatoxins, which can lead to…
The 10th NSTOP Vaccine-Preventable Diseases (VPDs) Short Course has officially concluded after 10 days of intensive learning, collaboration, and knowledge sharing among health professionals and stakeholders. Certificates were presented to participants in recognition of their dedication and successful completion of the programme. Speaking at the closing ceremony, Patrick Nguku of African Field Epidemiology Network AFENET expressed appreciation to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for its continued support. He urged participants to apply the knowledge acquired during the training to improve health outcomes and strengthen community trust in immunisation programmes. Nigeria Urged to Close Immunization Funding Gap…
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted consignments of cocaine and various opioids concealed inside cartons meant for shipment to the United Kingdom and Australia. The agency disclosed that the seizures were made on Friday, May 15, during the inspection of export parcels at a courier company in Lagos. NDLEA, NCS Strengthen Partnership to Combat Organised Crime According to the NDLEA, 170 grams of cocaine wrapped in cellophane parcels were hidden within the walls of a carton containing clothes destined for Australia. Another shipment heading to the United Kingdom was found to contain 200 ampoules of…
Jiga-jigan siyasar jihar Rivers masu biyayya ga Ministan Abuja, Nyesom Wike, sun mamaye tikitin takarar kujerun majalisar wakilai ta jam’iyyar APC a zaben fidda gwani da aka gudanar a jihar. Daga cikin wadanda suka samu tikitin akwai Kakakin Majalisar Dokokin Rivers, Martin Amaewhule, da dan majalisar wakilai, Dum Dekor. Rahoton ya nuna cewa magoya bayan Gwamna Siminalayi Fubara ba su samu gagarumar nasara ba duk da sauyawar gwamnan daga PDP zuwa APC. Just in :Tinubu Lifts Rivers State of Emergency After Six Months Jam’iyyar APC ta ce an gudanar da zaben cikin lumana a dukkan mazabu 13 na tarayya ba…