The Kano State Government KNSG has organised a three-day special capacity-building workshop for Directors in the State Civil Service, aimed at strengthening ethical leadership, financial discipline, and accountability in governance. The workshop, themed “Anti-Corruption, Financial Prudence, Transformational Leadership, and Ethical Values,” drew Directors from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) across the state. Kano ACReSAL Organizes Capacity Building For CRFMC, CBAs, BoT Declaring the workshop open, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf said the programme was designed as a practical guide built on key leadership pillars essential for effective public service delivery. He noted that the focus was on discipline, performance, and…
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The Kano State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has fixed January 31, 2026, for its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and election of new executive members. The decision was reached at the end of a State Executive Council meeting held on Sunday, following the expiration of the tenure of the current executive council. BUK Hosts 5th Natl NIPR Conference, Highlights Role of Strategic PR A statement issued by the Chapter disclosed that a five-man Electoral Committee has been constituted to organise and conduct the election during the AGM. According to the statement, Malam Aminu Hamza will serve…
Kano Pillars Football Club has expressed deep appreciation to Katsina United FC, the Government, and the people of the state for the support and hospitality extended to the club during its temporary relocation. The appreciation follows Kano Pillars’ five home matches played at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina, in compliance with a directive from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). In a statement issued by the club’s Media and Communications Directorate, Kano Pillars said the period spent in Katsina was marked by peace, warmth, and strong support from football stakeholders and fans, which contributed positively to the team’s overall experience…
Mustapha Yahuza Some of the most consequential moments in governance do not arrive with sirens or slogans. They come quietly, carried by decisions that restore trust rather than chase applause. One such moment unfolded in Kano in December 2025, when the state chose to acknowledge what it had postponed for more than a decade: the unpaid obligations owed to those who had once served it. For many years, former Local Government councillors across Kano State lived with a peculiar form of civic exile. They had served at the tier of government closest to the people, where roads are not theories…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reassured Nigerians that all Indomie instant noodles and other noodle brands approved for sale in the country are manufactured locally and subjected to stringent regulatory standards before registration. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Director-General of NAFDAC, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, said noodle products sold in Nigeria undergo a rigorous approval process that complies fully with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements. NAFDAC Uncovers ₦3bn Fake, Banned Cosmetics in Lagos She added that the agency’s Ports Inspection Directorate (PID) has been placed on heightened alert to prevent the importation…
In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have dismantled a trans-border cocaine syndicate, arresting a key member in Lagos and seizing massive quantities of drugs nationwide. Twenty months after the arrest of cartel leaders Bolanle Lookman Dauda and Olayinka Toheebat Dauda, NDLEA has apprehended another top member, 39-year-old Shodunke Yetunde Simbiat. Simbiat, who had been on the run since May 2024, was arrested at her Surulere residence on 9th December 2025. During a thorough search, officers recovered 23.5 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a black suitcase in her children’s room. She…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has asked Aliko Dangote to appear before its panel of crack investigators on Monday in Abuja over a petition written by him. Dangote had written a petition against Ahmed Farouk, former Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), over alleged corruption. Nigeria’s Energy Security Takes Centre Stage as NNPC Visits NMDPRA A source close to the commission, which confirmed this on Sunday in Abuja, stated that ICPC had set up a panel of crack investigators to handle the probe. According to the source, the commission’s…
Maiduguri, Borno State – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned three newly constructed mega schools, a fleet of 620 fully electric vehicles and tricycles, and the international terminal of the Muhammadu Buhari International Airport in Maiduguri, commending Governor Babagana Umara Zulum for his exceptional leadership. Speaking during the commissioning ceremonies, President Tinubu praised Governor Zulum’s people-focused governance, saying, “I congratulate the Governor and the people of Borno State for this transformation. Government is all about people, and Professor Zulum is doing a very good job of caring for people.” Tinubu’s Policies Freeing Up Funds for State Projects-Minister The three schools—Mafoni…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has declared Indomie Vegetable Flavour noodles unsafe for consumption and ordered an immediate nationwide recall. In a public alert issued on Friday, NAFDAC said the recall follows an alert from France’s consumer safety authority, Rappel Conso, which identified undeclared allergens specifically milk and eggs in the product. Why Indomie Noodles Recalled in France Are Not Sold in Nigeria-NAFDAC According to the agency, these allergens were not listed on the product label, posing serious health risks to people with allergies or intolerances. The recall affects all batches with a best-before…
Jam’iyyar New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) ta sake zaɓen Ajuji Ahmed a matsayin shugaban jam’iyyar na ƙasa karo na biyu. An sake zaɓen Ahmed ne a ranar Asabar a babban taron jam’iyyar na ƙasa (National Convention) da aka gudanar a Abuja, inda zai jagoranci jam’iyyar na tsawon wa’adin shekaru huɗu. A taron, jam’iyyar ta kuma sake zaɓen sauran mambobin kwamitin gudanarwa na ƙasa (NWC). Daga cikinsu akwai Abba Kawu, mataimakin shugaban jam’iyyar na Arewa; Onu Nwaze, mataimakin shugaban jam’iyyar na Kudu; Dipo Olayokun, sakataren ƙasa; da Oladipo Johnson, sakataren yaɗa labarai na ƙasa. Sauran waɗanda aka zaɓa sun haɗa da…
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has conferred the title of Justice of the Peace (JP) on the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Ondo/Ekiti Area Command, Comptroller Queen Obazee. The honour was bestowed during a formal investiture ceremony held in Akure. According to a statement issued, by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Customs II Nzubechi Iheagwaram, the ceremony attracted heads of government parastatals, agencies, and other senior public officials, reflecting the state government’s commitment to recognising integrity and excellence in public service. Speaking at the event, Governor Aiyedatiwa said the title of Justice of the Peace is reserved for…
The Acting Customs Area Controller of the Ogun I Area Command, Deputy Comptroller of Customs (DC) Oladapo Afeni, has reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to recognising and rewarding officers who exhibit exemplary performance in the discharge of their duties. Afeni gave the assurance during the Command’s gala and award night, which drew officers from the Benin Republic Customs Administration, sister security agencies, and traditional rulers from communities along the Idiroko border axis. Speaking at the event, the Acting Area Controller said the ceremony was organised to honour officers who distinguished themselves through professionalism, diligence, and adherence to the core values of…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kaduna Area Command, has commissioned a renovated Senior Officers’ Mess at the Kabala Doki Customs Barracks, Kaduna, in a move aimed at improving officers’ welfare and boosting operational morale. The Zonal Coordinator, Zone B, Assistant Comptroller General of Customs (ACG) Nsika Umoh, formally inaugurated the facility on behalf of the Comptroller-General of Customs. According to a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Customs Dauda Adamu, the renovated Mess is equipped to provide a conducive environment for official engagements, fitness activities, and social interaction among senior officers. Speaking at the event, ACG…
Bayero University, Kano (BUK), hosted a book launch in honour of a retired Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Abdu Aboki, JSC rtd. The book, titled Compendium of Selected Articles on Cybercrime Law and Digital Evidence with Related Legal Instruments, was unveiled at the CBN Centre of Excellence, BUK. IWD: BUK CITAD commemorates with policy brief and book launch The event attracted a high-profile audience comprising retired and serving justices, Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs), Khadis, legal practitioners, academics, Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian universities, members of the Kano business community, and the general public. Speaking as Chief Host, the Vice-Chancellor of…
The Gwarzo Local Government Area has launched a comprehensive free eye screening and eye care programme at the Eye Unit of Gwarzo General Hospital, aimed at improving access to quality eye healthcare for residents, especially the elderly and less-privileged. This was con5in a statement signed by the Zonal Information Officer Gwarzo Zone Auwalu Musa Yola made available to newsmen in Kano. The initiative, spearheaded by the Chairman of Gwarzo LGA, Dr. Mani Tsoho, in collaboration with Makkah Eye Hospital, has attracted wide public interest and provided relief to hundreds of beneficiaries across the local government. The programme offers comprehensive eye…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is taking deliberate and necessary steps to stabilise Nigeria’s economy, strengthen national security and lay a solid foundation for long-term prosperity. Idris stated this during a dinner with All Progressives Congress (APC) support groups at the NAF Conference Centre, Abuja. NUJ Summit to Explore Role of Media in Strengthening Nat’l Security Addressing party leaders and members of the support groups, the Minister expressed appreciation for their loyalty and continued backing, describing them as a critical pillar of the APC’s success. He noted…
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Government of the United States of America have signed a landmark technical Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening bilateral health cooperation, strengthening health security and building a more resilient and self-reliant health system for Nigerians. The agreement will enhance collaboration between both countries on the early detection, prevention and control of emerging, re-emerging and existing infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis, while expanding access to quality primary healthcare services across Nigeria. Youth Advocate Leads Campaign to Break Mental Health Stigma Under the MoU, Nigeria and the United States will jointly work to…
The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), has said the newly launched drug test policy for schools will significantly discourage young Nigerians from abusing illicit substances, especially those seeking admission into tertiary institutions. Marwa made this known while receiving the Vice Chancellor of Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, Prof. Sunday Paul Bako, who led members of the university’s management on a courtesy visit to the NDLEA headquarters to explore partnership opportunities in the fight against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking. According to the NDLEA boss, the compulsory and random drug…
Borno State has emerged overall winner in the male category of the 2025 National Qur’anic Recitation Competition, marking a significant cultural and spiritual milestone for the state. Announcing the results at the closing ceremony, the Director of the Centre for Islamic Studies, Usman Dan Fodio University, Sokoto, Prof. Abubakar Yelwa, declared Musa Ahmed Musa of Borno State as the overall male champion. In the female category, Hafsat Muhammad Sada of Kano State clinched the overall title. The week-long competition, the 40th edition in the series and tagged “Borno 2025,” featured 296 contestants from 30 states, who competed across six recitation…
The Fiscal Discipline and Development Advocacy Centre (FIDAC) has raised serious concerns over alleged discrepancies between the Nigeria Tax Reform Act, 2025, as published in the official Gazette, and the versions debated and passed by the National Assembly. In a statement signed by the Executive Director of FIDAC, Dr Abdussalam Muhammad Kani, made available to newsmen. FIDAC Urges CSOs to Champion Nigeria’s Tax Reform Acts FIDAC referenced concerns earlier raised on the floor of the House of Representatives by Hon. Abdussamad Dasuki, who alleged that the gazetted versions of the Acts do not accurately reflect what lawmakers approved. According to…