The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance and former Branch Manager of Polaris Bank Plc, Bauchi branch, Yakubu Adamu, before the Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, over alleged money laundering involving ₦5.79 billion. Adamu was docked on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, alongside Ayab Agro Products and Freight Company Limited on a six-count charge related to money laundering, contrary to Section 21(a) and punishable under Section 21 of the Money Laundering Act, 2022. EFCC Chairman Urges Students to Uphold Discipline, Integrity The case is heard by Justice Emeka Nwite. At the commencement…
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The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), in collaboration with the Faculty of Life Sciences, Bayero University, Kano (BUK), has successfully concluded a two-day capacity-building workshop for academic staff on Financial Technology (Fintech), blockchain, and other emerging digital tools. The training, held at the Faculty of Life Sciences, was moderated by the Deputy Dean, Dr. Aminu Ahmed Aliko. It focused on how modern technologies can be leveraged to enhance teaching, scientific research, innovation, and academic productivity. Participants were exposed to practical applications of artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and digital research tools, with hands-on demonstrations aimed at improving data management,…
Hukumar Kula da Abinci da Magunguna ta Ƙasa (NAFDAC) ta yi gargaɗi ga ’yan Najeriya kan yaduwar kwaroron roba na Kiss na bogi a manyan kasuwanni a faɗin ƙasar. A wata sanarwa da ta fitar, NAFDAC ta ce ta samu bayanan ne daga DKT International Nigeria, inda aka gano kwaroron roban bogin a kasuwanni kamar Onitsha, Idumota, Trade Fair, da kuma wasu sassan Kano, Abuja, Uyo, Gombe da Enugu. Hukumar ta bayyana cewa kwaroron roban bogin na da ƙarancin inganci, rashin tsafta, ƙarancin man shafawa da kuma kuskuren bayanai a jiki, lamarin da ke jefa lafiyar masu amfani cikin haɗari.…
Sani Dutsinma Residents of Bagudo Local Government Area of Kebbi State were thrown into panic on Tuesday following a loud explosion at the Bagudo General Hospital. The Kebbi State Police Command confirmed the incident, which occurred on December 30, 2025, but assured the public that no lives were lost. Drone Strikes, Explosions Disrupt Dubai, Abu Dhabi Airports The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, said security agencies responded swiftly to the incident to secure the area and prevent any further threat to public safety. According to him, a joint security team comprising the Police, Military, and Vigilante personnel immediately…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced the successful restoration of the Escravos–Lagos Pipeline System (ELPS) in Warri, Delta State, bringing the critical energy infrastructure back to full operations. The pipeline was shut down following an unexpected explosion on December 10, 2025. In response, NNPC Limited said it immediately activated emergency protocols, deployed containment measures, and mobilised multidisciplinary teams to repair the damaged section. According to the company, the affected portion of the pipeline was repaired, pressure-tested, and safely recommissioned in line with regulatory and safety standards, ensuring the integrity of the asset before resuming operations. NNPC Limited…
Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 13 Brigade have successfully rescued eight civilians abducted by suspected militants along the Ikang–Cameroon waterways in Cross River State. The rescue operation was carried out on December 29, 2025, by troops operating from the Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Ikang, following a distress alert from members of the local community. According to the Army, the victims—six adults and two minors—were kidnapped after militants intercepted a commercial boat navigating the waterways. Acting swiftly on the intelligence, the troops launched an immediate pursuit, blocking possible escape routes and dominating the waterways to prevent the kidnappers from fleeing.…
Executive members of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in Gargari Ward, Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area of Kano State, have announced the sack and expulsion of the party’s State Chairman, Hashimu Dungurawa, over alleged misconduct. The decision was reached during the ward’s second executive meeting held two weeks after the general election. A total of 27 ward executive members endorsed the resolution, which was signed under the leadership of the Ward Chairman, Shuaibu Hassan, alongside the Ward Secretary, Yahaya Saidu Dungurawa. According to the resolution, Dungurawa was expelled for allegedly creating divisions within the party, instigating internal crises, failing…
The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kano State hosted its 2025 Get-Together and Award Night, celebrating past chairmen, long-serving members, elevated former members and friends of the Chapel. The colourful ceremony, held in Kano, attracted journalists, public officials and notable personalities from across the state. In his welcome address, the Chairman of the Chapel, Alhaji Murtala Adewale, expressed gratitude to Allah (SWT) for the success of the event, describing the occasion as historic and symbolic. Kano Online Chapel Hosts Workshop to Boost Credibility in Journalism He noted that the gathering brought together 10 former chairmen of…
Stronger collaboration between government institutions and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) has been identified as a key driver for enhancing inclusive public procurement and effective project monitoring in Kano State. This formed part of the resolutions reached by stakeholders during the December 2025 Monthly Policy and Budget Roundtable Discussion, held on Monday, 29th December 2025, at the AHBN Office in Kano, as part of activities commemorating CHR’s 25 years of commitment to accountability, good governance, and improved health outcomes in Nigeria. The roundtable attracted key stakeholders from government institutions, CSOs, development partners, and the media. In her welcome address, the Executive…
A 400-level Mechatronics Engineering student of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Suleiman Arabi Suleiman, has emerged winner of the Dabo Hackathon Innovation Challenge 2025, securing a ₦5 million grant for his outstanding innovation. Suleiman, who maintains an impressive cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.96, received the cheque at the closing ceremony of the hackathon. His victory marks a significant milestone for Bayero University, Kano, underscoring the institution’s growing reputation in innovation, entrepreneurship and technology-driven problem-solving. The Dabo Hackathon Innovation Challenge is designed to encourage young innovators to develop practical solutions to real-world challenges through technology and creativity. Suleiman’s success at…
The Bayero University, Kano (BUK), has unveiled a team of Digital Media Ambassadors as part of efforts to strengthen the institution’s online presence and deepen engagement with stakeholders. The initiative was announced in a statement signed by the Head of the Digital Media Unit, Mr Nura Garba, and shared on the university’s official social media platforms. According to the statement, the Digital Media Unit held its inaugural meeting with the selected content creators on Monday at the unit’s office in the Senate Building. Garba explained that the ambassadors were appointed to serve as digital brand advocates for the university across…
The CAS Alumni Association, IJMB Class of 2005, has marked the 20th anniversary of its graduation with a grand ceremony in Kano, celebrating two decades of unity, achievements, and contributions to education and society. The event, held in Kano, attracted alumni and guests from across the country, reflecting the strong bond and continued relevance of the association. Legacy, Unity Take Center Stage as BUK 1997 Alumni Reconnect After 29 Years As part of the celebration, the alumni honoured some former and serving teachers of the institution in recognition of their outstanding roles in shaping the academic excellence, discipline, and moral…
Sani Dutsinma Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has charged the first batch of the Nigerian Forest Guard to uphold courage, discipline, and respect for human rights in their duties. The charge was delivered during the Passing-Out Parade ceremony of newly recruited forest guards in Birnin Kebbi, where Governor Idris highlighted their critical role in securing the nation’s forests from terrorists, bandits, and kidnappers. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, Governor Idris tasked the recruits to combat crime, flush out criminals hiding in forests, and maintain a consistent presence in remote areas. He affirmed that the Nigerian…
Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Police Command has recorded a significant breakthrough in its fight against crime, arresting suspected kidnappers and recovering several illegal firearms across the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this while parading the suspects at the command headquarters in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. Police Arrest Chef Over Alleged ₦150m Wristwatch Theft According to SP Usman, Iliyasu Bano of Yarbuga village in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area was arrested for allegedly threatening the village head of Yar Ali village and another resident with kidnapping unless a ransom of ₦500,000 was paid. During interrogation,…
The Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, Children, and Persons with Special Needs has organized a Women’s Trade Fair Exhibition, to empower women across the 44 LGAs. The Commissioner of the Ministry, Hajiya Amina Abdullahi Sani, made the disclosure on behalf of Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf She urged women to participate in the exhibition scheduled to begin on Tuesday, 30th December 2025. The event will be held at the Women’s Skills Acquisition Centre, Gyadi-Gyadi, Kano, and will feature business lectures and presentations by experts on modern entrepreneurship strategies. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their products and forge…
The Kano State House of Assembly has passed the 2026 proposed appropriation bill totalling ₦1,477,829,666,131. The passage followed the second reading and consideration in the Committee of the Whole during plenary presided over by Speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore. Recall that last month, Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the State House of Assembly. Senate Screens NUPRC Nominees, Approves NDDC Budget The proposed budget features an unprecedented 68% capital expenditure, amounting to ₦934.6 billion, and 32% recurrent expenditure, totalling ₦433.4 billion, one of the highest capital-to-recurrent expenditure ratios in the state’s recent history. With the…
The Fiscal Discipline and Development Advocacy Centre (FIDAC) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Aminu Sa’ad, a member of the 10th Kano State House of Assembly who represented Ungogo Constituency, describing his passing as a major loss to Kano State and the legislature. In a statement signed by its Executive Director,Dr. Abdussalam Muhammad Kani, FIDAC said the late lawmaker was a principled and disciplined parliamentarian whose contributions to governance and public service would be remembered for years to come. FIDAC, PACE Organizes Workshop on Green Budgeting Financing According to the organisation, Hon. Ungogo was widely respected across party…
Mustapha Alfanla, Ilorin The Vice-Chancellor of AbdulRasaq Abubakar Toyin University (AATU), Ganmo, Kwara State, Professor Abdulrauf Ambali, has joined members of the 1995 alumni set of Government Secondary School (GSS), Afon, to celebrate their pearl anniversary. The reunion ceremony, held at the main auditorium of AAT University, was well attended by alumni, former teachers, and invited dignitaries. Speaking at the event, Professor Ambali described GSS Afon as more than an academic institution, noting that the school plays a crucial role in shaping collective identity, fostering lifelong relationships, and upholding shared values. The Vice-Chancellor, who also attended GSS Afon and graduated…
Barring a last-minute change, the governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, will defect from the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in the first week of January 2026. Mr Yusuf’s defection will bring an abrupt end to about four decades of association with his political benefactor and godfather, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Being the lone governor of the NNPP, Mr Yusuf’s defection will ultimately erase the party from the political map of parties that control states in Nigeria. Senator Barau Emerges APC Candidate for Kano North With APC’s scheduled congresses in February, the governor has perfected…
Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), the award-winning publisher of PRNigeria and Economic Confidential, has honoured Shuaibu Imam Agaka as its 2025 Staff of the Year for developing an innovative software solution that automates complex media-monitoring and press-review operations. Agaka, a staff writer with Tech Digest, received a ₦250,000 cash prize at the IMPR Annual Staff Retreat held in Kano. The award recognises his development of PRrev, a cross-platform application that curates, structures, and analyses media content across print, online, television, and social media in real time. Unveiling the software to staff and industry observers, Agaka said the idea was inspired…