The Kwankwaso/Obi support group has slammed the proposed bill presented by some US legislators, describing it as a blatant attempt to undermine the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s political career. In a statement issued on Saturday, by the leader of the group Abba Sadauki Gwale insisted that the move to impose a visa ban on Kwankwaso is politically motivated, aimed at silting the political landscape and stopping Kwankwaso’s growing influence ahead of the 2027 general elections. Peter Obi, IPOB and the Burden of National Trust According to the group, the US legislators’…
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The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) has called for sustained funding releases, improved transparency, and stronger focus on learning outcomes to consolidate recent gains in the education sector in Kano State. The appeal was made by Dr. Auwalu Halilu, Co-Chair representing civil society organisations, during a goodwill message at the 2026 Education Sector Joint Steering Committee Meeting held in the state. Addressing the Commissioner for Education, committee members, development partners, and other stakeholders, Dr. Halilu expressed appreciation for the opportunity given to civil society groups to participate in the high-level policy dialogue. He commended the Kano State Government…
Aminu Abdullahi Ibrahim I thought the Kano State Government would be the first to rise in defense of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso over the reported move in the US Congress seeking to seize his assets and restrict his entry into the country. All the arguments being advanced to justify such a review appear to revolve around his decision, during his tenure as governor, to strengthen the implementation of Islamic Sharia law in Kano State — a policy that many residents openly supported and still identify with as part of the state’s moral and legal framework. If a policy was enacted…
Lamara Garba Azare, Some men pass through power, while others redefine it. Murtala Ramat Mohammed belonged to that rare breed who carried authority lightly and carried conscience heavily. He was a comrade in uniform, a patriot in spirit, a true son of Africa whose love for this nation was not performed for applause but proven through action. He rose to lead the most populous Black nation on earth, yet power never altered his posture or polluted his character. He remained simple in conduct, measured in speech and humble in lifestyle. He never allowed the office to swallow the man. While…
The Africa Group of the Political Tolerance and Truth Coalition (PTTC), USA, strongly condemns the recent attempts to malign Senator Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. The allegations circulating against him are baseless and do not reflect his decades of dedicated service to Nigeria. Throughout his tenure as Governor, Senator, and Minister, Senator Kwankwaso demonstrated unwavering loyalty to Nigeria’s unity and progress. Kwankwaso/Obi Support Group Slams Proposed US Bill, Alleges Political Targeting As Governor of Kano State, he spearheaded numerous initiatives that empowered the youth, improved infrastructure, and fostered social inclusion. His administration’s support for education was exemplary, with numerous scholarships awarded…
The Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL), the foremost sociopolitical youth organization in the South East, vehemently condemns the recent attempts to label Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso as a financier of religious extremism and Christian persecution in Nigeria. We categorically reject these allegations, describing them as unfounded, politically driven, and part of a deliberate smear campaign aimed at tarnishing the Senator’s reputation as he prepares for the 2027 general elections. Kwankwaso Never Indicted for Religious Violations, Movement Tells US Congress Senator Kwankwaso’s public record is a testament to his dedication to national unity and the protection of all Nigerians, regardless…
Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) has expanded broadband connectivity to 13 underserved institutions and communities across Nigeria in 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country’s digital transformation drive. The Federal Government-owned digital infrastructure provider said the expansion is part of efforts to deepen digital inclusion and strengthen access to reliable internet services in critical sectors of the economy. According to the organisation, the rollout covered three federal universities, two local government areas, and eight federal secretariats, enhancing digital capacity in education and public administration. National Assembly Backs Galaxy Backbone as Strategic Digital Asset The initiative is designed to improve service…
Galaxy Backbone Limited> (GBB) on Thursday hosted members of the National Assembly Joint Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity for an oversight visit to the National Shared Services Centre (NSSC), reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s digital infrastructure and cybersecurity framework. The delegation comprised members of the Senate Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity and the House of Representatives Committee on Digital and Information Technology. Defence Ministry Goes Digital as Minister Launches ECMS The visit was led by the Chairman of the House Committee on Digital and Information Technology, Stanley Olajide Adedeji, on behalf of the Chairman of the Senate…
Ado Salisu President of the Nigeria Olympians Association (NOA), Olumide Oyedeji, has urged Nigerian athletes to justify growing government investment in sports by delivering podium performances at the upcoming Commonwealth Games and other major international competitions. Oyedeji’s call follows the National Sports Commission (NSC) releasing over N200 million as training grants to 26 elite athletes under its newly established Elite and Podium Board. The former NBA star and FIBA ambassador lauded the Federal Government and the NSC for taking a decisive step toward repositioning Nigerian sports, particularly in supporting home-based athletes currently in training camps in Asaba, Delta State. “As…
Adamu Yusuf The Federal Government has commenced the distribution of agricultural inputs to farmers across Katsina, Kano, Kaduna, Jigawa, Kebbi and Ogun states, in a move aimed at boosting food production and strengthening national food security. Speaking at the flag-off in Kaduna State, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, said the initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. FG Reaffirms Commitment to Food Security Tourism at Argungu Festival He noted that the programme underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to achieving sustainable food security and easing the cost-of-living pressures on Nigerians. The Minister,…
Sani Dutsinma The Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced the distribution of food and nutritional items to thousands of vulnerable and physically challenged people in Kebbi State. The exercise was flagged off in Birnin Kebbi by the State Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Alhaji Yusuf Tanko Sununu, who said the initiative targets communities affected by humanitarian crises across the state. V-PeSDI, Partners Empower 100 PWDs, Vulnerable Women in Kano Yusuf Sununu explained that the intervention also includes the distribution of nutritional supplements and medicines to hospitals, childcare centres, and other vulnerable groups. Additional support will be extended to…
Sani Dutsinma The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving national food sufficiency and promoting a vibrant tourism sector, as activities continued on day two of the Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival in Kebbi State. Speaking at an agricultural exhibition held as part of the festival, the Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs, Alhaji Tanko Sununu, who represented the Minister of Agriculture, emphasized that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains focused on boosting agricultural productivity across the country. He noted that the display of rice pyramids and other agricultural produce by farmers in Kebbi…
Yunusa Hamza (Tafidan Farin Dutse) As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, Jigawa State is emerging as a strategic political battleground. While the opposition remains fragmented and struggling to present a coherent alternative, the state continues to attract attention from power brokers, policy analysts, and governance observers alike. At the center of this evolving narrative is Governor Umar Namadi FCA, whose leadership style and performance-driven governance appear to be reshaping Jigawa’s political discourse beyond traditional rhetoric. Gov Namadi Receives Prestigious Award On Good Governance Unlike past leaders who relied heavily on party loyalty, slogans, and patronage, Governor Namadi has constructed…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with the Federal Government of Nigeria, has organised a two-day workshop on Child Foresight Analysis, focusing on futures literacy and intergenerational equity to plan for the wellbeing of children up to the year 2050. The workshop, held under the Anticipatory Governance and Foresight Capacity (AGFC) programme implemented by the Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience (OSPRE) , brought together key stakeholders to brainstorm and develop strategic plans that will shape policies and programmes affecting children from now till 2050. UNICEF, Jigawa Step Up WASH Initiatives in Schools, PHCs Speaking at the event,…
The World Food Programme (WFP), in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, implemented by Self Help Africa, has launched a ₦100 million solar drying hub in Kura Local Government Area of Kano State to create sustainable livelihoods for 5,000 youths within the agricultural value chain. The initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen food systems and promote enterprise-driven development across the state. CDA BUK, WOFAN Partner to Train 300 Agriculture Students Annually Speaking at the launch, Joy Aderele, Country Director of Self Help Africa, described the facility as a shift from traditional aid to job creation and business development. She…
Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, and his wife, Natasha Osawaru, have officially dedicated their son in a church ceremony. The event was attended by close family members and friends who gathered to witness the special occasion. Footage from the dedication, which later circulated online, captured the couple carrying their baby toward the altar for prayers. Born in November 2025, the child arrived a few months after the couple celebrated their traditional wedding earlier this year. This ceremony marks one of the first public appearances of 2Baba and Natasha with their son since his birth. Congregants joined…
A motorist was killed Thursday morning, while his wife sustained critical injuries after a granite-laden truck toppled onto their Toyota saloon car at Eleko Junction along the Lekki–Ajah Expressway in Lagos State. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident in a statement signed by the agency’s Director of Public Affairs, Adebayo Taofiq. “Preliminary reports indicate that an articulated truck, heavily loaded with granite and traveling at excessive speed from the Epe axis, approached Eleko Junction when it reportedly experienced a catastrophic brake failure. The mechanical malfunction caused the truck to veer off course and collide forcefully with…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria NAHCON. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, confirmed the development in a statement. Kano Pilgrims Board Urges NAHCON to Prevent Delays in Hajj Airlift According to him,the nomination, which is subject to confirmation by the Senate under Section 3(2) of the NAHCON Act, 2026, comes following the resignation of Professor Abdullahi Usman, who served in the role for about 14 months. In a letter sent to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President…
Five United States lawmakers have introduced a bill in Congress seeking sanctions against former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore over alleged violations of religious freedom in Nigeria. The proposed legislation, titled the “Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026,” was sponsored by Representatives Chris Smith, Riley Moore, Brian Mast, Mario Diaz-Balart, and Bill Huizenga. Details of the bill, published on the US Congress website, allege that Kwankwaso is among individuals contributing to what it describes as the systemic persecution of Christians in Nigeria. If…
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Ericsson Connect NextGen Hackathon and Ericsson Educate initiative, particularly in the areas of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and the appointment of Data Protection Officers (DPOs) to guide participants on compliance. The initiative will be coordinated in collaboration with the Office of the Vice President. The remarks were delivered by the NDPC National Commissioner and CEO, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, on behalf of the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. ’Bosun Tijani, during the launch of the hackathon at the State House, Abuja. The event featured…