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The wife of the Governor of Jigawa State, Hajiya Amina Umar Namadi, has sponsored a mass wedding for 300 less-privileged orphans drawn from the 27 local government areas of the state. The initiative is aimed at supporting vulnerable families and giving orphaned youths a fresh start in life through a structured social welfare programme. 2,000 Couples to Wed Under Kano Hisbah’s Mass Marriage Scheme The colourful ceremony, held in Dutse, brought together 150 brides and 150 grooms in what observers describe as one of the largest state-backed mass weddings in recent years. According to organisers, the event reflects the growing…

The Kano State Censorship Board has suspended two Kannywood actors, Amina Uba Hassan and Adam Garba, from all filming activities within the state for one year over the release of a video described as immoral. The Board said the action followed the circulation of a video allegedly involving the two entertainers, which it said generated tension and public concern across communities in Kano State. This was contained in a statement issued by the Board’s spokesperson, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, on behalf of the Executive Secretary, Abba El-Mustapha. EFCC Arrests Kannywood Actress Samha Inuwa Over Alleged Naira Mutilation According to the statement,…

Across communities in Nigeria, birth registration remains a critical gateway to identity, citizenship, and access to essential services. Yet, for many children, especially in rural and hard-to-reach areas, this fundamental right is still out of reach. Limited access to registration centres, weak infrastructure, and reliance on manual processes continue to hinder effective documentation, leaving significant gaps in coverage. Low Awareness, Platform Charges slow E-birth Registration drive Traditionally, birth registration in Nigeria relied on paper-based systems coordinated by the National Population Commission (NPC) through registration centres located mostly at Local Government Areas (LGAs). The process was often slow, fragmented, and vulnerable…

Yusuf Muhammadu Buhari has emerged as one of the fifteen flag bearers of the All Progressives Congress in Katsina State followingi the just-concluded primary elections for the 2027 House of Representatives polls. While the state chapter of the party adopted a consensus arrangement for the selection of most candidates, direct primaries were conducted in constituencies where consensus could not be reached. In the Daura/Sandamu/Mai’adua Federal Constituency, where party stakeholders failed to agree on a consensus candidate, Yusuf Buhari and Auwal Lawal Daura contested in a keenly fought primary election. Yusuf Buhari emerged victorious with 15,570 votes, defeating Auwal Lawal Daura,…

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has commended the peaceful and orderly conduct of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the House of Representatives across the state. Governor Zulum made the remark on Saturday while addressing journalists shortly after supervising the APC primary election for the Gubio, Kaga and Magumeri Federal Constituency held in Magumeri town. Ndume Threatens to Dump APC over Tinubu’s Performance Hundreds of APC supporters from the three local government areas attended the exercise and welcomed the governor alongside other party officials overseeing the primary election. Speaking at the venue, Zulum said the exercise…

Head Coach Abdu Maikaba has invited 35 players to the camp of Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, as preparations begin for the forthcoming WAFU B U20 Championship scheduled to take place in Cote d’Ivoire in July. According to a statement issued by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Communications Department, the invited squad comprises three goalkeepers, 10 defenders, 11 midfielders and 11 forwards. Super Eagles Defeat Iran 2–1 in Friendly, Continue Build-Up with Jordan Clash The players are expected to report to camp in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, on Saturday, May 16, as the team begins a new…

Governor Dauda Lawal has described the commencement of direct Hajj flights from the newly constructed Gusau International Airport as a historic milestone for Zamfara State, following the successful departure of the inaugural flight to Saudi Arabia on Friday. The inaugural flight, operated by Max Air with flight number NGL270, departed from the Gusau International Airport carrying 415 intending pilgrims from Zamfara State for the 2026 Hajj exercise. NCAA Issues Aerodrome Certificate for Enugu Airport to FAAN The passengers comprised 288 male and 127 female pilgrims. Speaking during the inaugural flight ceremony, Governor Lawal expressed joy and gratitude over the successful…

The Ministry of Defence hosted a delegation from the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Senior Course 47, during a study tour to the Ministry’s headquarters, Ship House, Abuja. Speaking during the visit, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Mr. Richard Pheelangwa, represented by the Director of Joint Services Department, Mrs. Bosede Olaniyi, said the tour was part of efforts to promote professional exchange, strengthen regional defence cooperation and enhance understanding of defence administration and industrial development within Africa. Defence Partners Steel Ministry to Boost Local Arms Production Olaniyi described Nigeria and Ghana as key partners in…

The Armed Forces of Nigeria have announced the successful elimination of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a senior ISIS leader described as one of the world’s most active terrorists, during a joint counterterrorism operation conducted in collaboration with United States forces. According to the Defence Headquarters, the precision operation was carried out through a recently strengthened Nigeria-U.S. partnership focused on intelligence sharing and coordinated military action against terrorist networks operating within Nigeria and across the West African region. DSS Arrests Ex-Lawmaker Over Alleged False Intelligence to Foreign Missions In a statement issued on Friday by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila…

The Kano State Government says it has prioritised child spacing through the establishment of a dedicated budget line and the release of N79.798 million for child spacing services in the first quarter of 2026. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran, revealed this during a media parley on Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) and Child Birth Spacing (CBS) services organised by KanSLAM. He said the state has also achieved 91 per cent availability of child spacing commodities across healthcare facilities in collaboration with development partners, including the Gates Foundation. Kano MoPB, KanSLAM Lead Dialogue on MNCH,FP Financing Dr.…

Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Government says it has recorded significant infrastructural transformation across the state within the last three years under the administration of Governor Nasir Idris. The Commissioner for Works, Engineer Abdullahi Umar Faruk, made this known during an Inter-Ministerial Press Briefing organised by the Ministry of Information held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ultra-Modern Secretariat Complex in Birnin Kebbi. Eid-ul-Kabir: Rising Livestock Prices, Low Patronage Hit Kano Markets He said that between June 2023 and April 2026, the Ministry of Works executed and supervised numerous landmark projects covering road construction, rehabilitation, bridges, drainage systems, and public buildings…

Sani Dutsinma The National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) has distributed 130 units of 13-horsepower power tillers to selected farmers in Kebbi State as part of efforts to enhance agricultural production and strengthen food security. The distribution exercise, held in Birnin Kebbi, was led by the Managing Director of the commission, Abubakar Sadiq-Yelwa, who said the intervention aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Kebbi Flags Off Distribution of Farming Inputs, Ramadan Palliatives Sadiq-Yelwa, who was represented at the event by the Special Adviser on Technical Matters, Professor Yasir Abubakar, explained that the initiative…

Official documents belonging to Mahmud Sadisu Buba, popularly known as Abin Al’ajabi, an aspirant for the Sabon Gari Federal Constituency seat in Kaduna State, indicate that he was born in 2010, contrary to claims and media reports that placed his age at 30. The dwarf politician drew public attention after appearing before the All Progressives Congress, APC screening committee on Saturday. Speaker Abbas Seeks Re-Election for 5th Term, Unveils Scorecard of Projects in Zaria Before then, he had been photographed with several prominent political figures, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and some…

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has called for stronger diplomatic and educational ties between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia, with particular emphasis on scholarship opportunities and parliamentary collaboration. Speaker Abbas made the call while hosting the new Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Nigeria, Yousef bin Mohammed Al-Balawi, in Abuja. Saudi-Based Philanthropist Backs Kano Vigilantes With Security Equipment He described the diplomatic relationship between both countries, established in 1961, as historic and mutually beneficial, stressing the need to deepen cooperation in education, economy, politics, and social development. The Speaker commended the Saudi government for its…

Sani Dutsinma Governor Nasir Idris has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of civil servants in Kebbi State with a committee to develop comprehensive welfare packages for workers across the state. The Governor made the disclosure while declaring open a two-day workshop titled “The Use of E-Government for Effective Service Delivery” in Birnin Kebbi. According to him, the committee will focus on designing programmes aimed at enhancing workers’ living conditions, including housing loans, motorcycle loans, and other welfare incentives for civil servants. Governor Idris described workers as the backbone of his administration and commended labour unions and members…

Ado Salisu Nigerian School Sports Federation NSSF,has crowned Family Support Programme Secondary School, Katsina, and Government Secondary School, Zing, Taraba State, as champions of the boys’ and girls’ categories at this year’s Inter-Secondary Schools Basketball Savannah Conference. The tournament, held at the indoor sports hall of the Sani Abacha Sports Complex, featured intense competition among schools across the Savannah Conference zone. Nigerian Basketball Mourns Former AJUBA Champion Larry Garba In the boys’ final, the Katsina-based team edged Government Secondary School, Numan, Adamawa State, with a narrow 63-62 victory in a thrilling encounter. In the girls’ category, Government Secondary School, Zing,…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged members of the All Progressives Congress to maintain unity, discipline, and sportsmanship as the party begins its nationwide primary elections ahead of the 2026 general elections. In a statement issued ahead of the commencement of the primaries, Tinubu described the exercise as a defining moment for the ruling party as it prepares for its fourth electoral cycle since inception. The President said the APC was founded on the principles of progressive politics, consensus democracy, sacrifice, and commitment to collective goals, noting that those ideals had sustained the party through previous election cycles. According to…

The Directorate of Human Resources and Administration of the National Broadcasting Commission NBC has organised a pivotal two-day in-house training aimed at sensitizing staff on the Federal Government’s newly introduced Performance Management System (PMS). The reform, endorsed by President Bola Tinubu, is designed to drive digital transformation and enhance excellence in public service delivery across government institutions. CITAD Condemns NBC Directive, Warns of Threat to Press Freedom The workshop, facilitated by experts from the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, focused on transitioning from the traditional appraisal system to a more dynamic, data-driven performance management…

A student from Kiru Local Government Area of Kano State, Hajara Ahmad, has emerged as the overall winner of the 2026 edition of the annual debate competition organised by Arewa Radio. Other outstanding participants included Rukayya Muhammad from Bachirawa, Ungogo Local Government Area, who clinched the second position, while Ummusalma Mustapha of GGSS Kura secured third place. The competition, which continues to serve as a platform for promoting intellectual discourse, critical thinking, public speaking and youth development, reached its highly anticipated final stage after weeks of engaging and competitive rounds. The young debaters underwent a rigorous process to qualify for…

The Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, Children and Persons with Special Needs has rescued a 19-month-old child, Musa, from alleged abuse and neglect following swift intervention by the Commissioner, Hajiya Amina Abdullahi HOD. The rescue followed reports by concerned residents of Tsamiya Babba, who alerted authorities over the condition of the child allegedly being maltreated by his foster mother despite legally obtaining custody from the Nassarawa Children’s Home. Justice Served: Borno Government Intervenes in Child Abuse Case Preliminary investigations revealed that the toddler was severely malnourished and was frequently locked inside the house alone for several hours while the…