Dangote Cement Plc has announced the commencement of applications for its 2025 Management Trainee Programme a prestigious, fast-track career development initiative designed to nurture the next generation of business leaders in Nigeria’s industrial sector. According to a statement from the company, the 18-month programme offers mid-career professionals and high-performing graduates a unique opportunity to accelerate their professional growth through hands-on business exposure, structured mentorship, and leadership development across multiple divisions of the Dangote Group. Described as a “prestigious career acceleration journey,” the programme blends the rigour of an MBA with practical industry experience, combining classroom-based learning with real-world projects and…
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In a renewed effort to empower young Nigerians and drive inclusive economic growth, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) to strengthen youth employability and entrepreneurship across key sectors. The partnership, formalized in Lagos, marks a deepening of UNDP’s collaboration with the Lagos State Government to co-create a dynamic, future-ready workforce. Under the agreement, more than 2,000 young people will be trained in creative, digital, and renewable energy industries, while support will also be extended to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)—the backbone of job…
In a strong show of partnership and solidarity, senior United Nations officials have commended Yobe State’s commitment to implementing durable solutions for displaced populations and rebuilding communities affected by conflict. The delegation led by Shoko Noda, UNDP Assistant Administrator and Director of the Crisis Bureau, alongside Raouf Mazou of the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), Ugochi Daniels of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and Mohamed Malick Fall, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Nigeria visited Yobe State to assess progress and strengthen collaboration with local authorities. FG Commits to Improving Health Conditions of Displaced Persons During the visit, the delegation…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has called for a comprehensive and multifaceted strategy, hinged on broader regional cooperation, to tackle the escalating security and humanitarian crisis in the Sahel region. Zulum made the appeal while delivering a keynote address at the roundtable discussion of the 5th Aswan Forum for Sustainable Peace and Development held in Aswan, Egypt. The governor whose state has been at the epicenter of Boko Haram insurgency in the Lake Chad Basin, argued that a purely military solution has proven insufficient. He emphasized that lasting peace can only be achieved by simultaneously addressing the root…
On behalf of the Government and good people of Kano State, I am delighted to announce the maiden edition of KANFEST (Kalankuwa) a festival of arts and culture that will celebrate the rich heritage, creativity, and identity of our people. According to a statement signed by the Kano commissioner of information Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya. The festival will take place from October 25th to 27th, 2025, at the Kano Trade Fair Complex, through Kano State Ministry of Culture and Tourism, under the coordination of His Excellency, the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam. Kano Online Chapel Seeks Govt…
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kano State Council, extends its heartfelt congratulations to Ahmed Mu’azu on his recent appointment as Technical Assistant (Media) at the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). In a statement signed by the Chairman, NUJ Kano State Council Comrade Suleiman Abdullahi Dederi made available to newsmen. EFCC Partners NUJ Correspondents in Kano to Tackle Economic Crimes The statement explained that, as an indigene of Kano State, Mr. Mu’azu’s elevation to this strategic role is a source of pride for the journalism community in the state. Dederi noted that, his appointment reflects the growing recognition of…
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Honourable Jibril Ismail Falgore, has extended his heartfelt felicitations to Dr. Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso on the occasion of his birthday. This was contained in a statement released by the Speaker’s Spokesperson, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, on Wednesday. Kwankwaso-Era Garment Centers Back in Focus as Kano Assembly Demands Utilization Falgore described Dr. Kwankwaso as a beacon of hope for the younger generation across Nigeria and beyond. He noted: “Your life and leadership remain a shining example of vision, courage, and unwavering commitment to the progress and unity of our dear state…
In a remarkable display of intellect and academic excellence, Bayero University, Kano (BUK) student, Yahaya Lawan Muhammad, has emerged as the overall champion of the 2025 Pharmaceutical Association of Nigerian Students (PANS) National Quiz Competition. The event, held during the PANS National Convention tagged EPIC’25, brought together the brightest pharmacy students from universities across Nigeria. The prestigious Paul Bayo National Quiz, featured intense rounds of competition that tested participants’ knowledge across the six core areas of pharmacy Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, and Pharmaceutical Technology. Contestants demonstrated exceptional mastery and quick thinking as they tackled challenging questions…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered multiple consignments of illicit drugs ingeniously concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs, and female clothing bound for the United States, United Kingdom, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The operations, conducted by NDLEA operatives at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) and a courier company in Lagos, led to the arrest of several suspects and the interception of significant quantities of controlled substances. In a statement the Agency confirmed that a cargo agent, Boladale Riliwan, was apprehended on October 7, 2025, for attempting to export 15 parcels of skunk a potent…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has unveiled a new digital platform designed to simplify and automate its Drug Integrity Test and Visa Clearance processes, marking a major step forward in the agency’s ongoing efforts to combat substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking across Nigeria. The platform, known as the Drug Integrity Test and Visa E-Administration System (DITViCAS), was officially launched at a press conference in Abuja by the NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd). Represented by the Agency’s Secretary, Shadrach Haruna, Marwa described the initiative as “a paradigm shift where enforcement meets…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on the Nigerian judiciary to uphold integrity, impartiality, and accountability in the discharge of its duties, warning that the breakdown of any society begins when its justice system becomes compromised. Declaring open a joint workshop of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the National Judicial Institute (NJI) for Justices and Judges, President Tinubu said the judiciary remains the moral foundation of the Nigerian state and must be insulated from corruption and political influence. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the President stressed that his administration is fully committed to improving the welfare…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to create at least 20,000 jobs annually through the launch of the second phase of the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP 2.0) a flagship initiative designed to connect young graduates with practical work experience, mentorship, and entrepreneurial opportunities. Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima will officially flag off the programme in Abuja, and declare open a High-Level Policy Dialogue on Job Creation themed “From Skills to Jobs and Enterprises: Driving Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship in Key Economic Sectors.” FG Commissions Kano Digital Industrial Park to Boost Tech, Jobs The initiative, which aligns with…
The Federal Government has inaugurated the 13th Cohort of the Mandatory Training Programme (MTP) for Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of Federal Agencies and Parastatals, a strategic capacity-building initiative aimed at strengthening leadership integrity, accountability, and citizen-focused service delivery in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, declared the programme open at the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON), Topo-Badagry, emphasizing that leadership in public service is a trust anchored on transparency and measurable results. 12th Mandatory Training for CEOs,DGs Commences at ASCON Represented by Professor Simon Akaayar, the SGF…
The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has commended the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC) for its longstanding role in shaping Nigerian youths into responsible and visionary leaders. General Nafiu gave the commendation while delivering a goodwill message at a youth conference organized by the CLTC to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, held at the Monoliza Event Centre, Abuja. He described the CLTC as a vital partner in NYSC’s mission of nation-building, noting that the Centre has been instrumental in instilling values of patriotism, unity, selflessness, and commitment to duty among young Nigerians.…
The Aminu Magashi Garba AMG Foundation has honoured five outstanding frontline health workers in Sokoto State for their dedication and commitment to effective healthcare provision. Presenting the 4th Dr Aminu Magashi Annual Award of Excellence at Sokoto Guests Inn in Sokoto State, Dr Magashi congratulated the awardees and emphasised that the award was instituted to annually identify and honour unsung frontline health workers whose dedication and commitment are worthy of commendation, to motivate them to excel further. The awardees were presented with framed certificates and cash prizes of Fifty Thousand Naira (₦50,000.00) each. Winners of the fourth edition are: 1.…
In a symbolic gesture to promote girl-child empowerment, Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday handed over his seat to teenager Joy Ogah, allowing her to serve as Nigeria’s Vice President for a day. The event, which took place during a courtesy visit by PLAN International to the Office of the Vice President, highlighted the Federal Government’s renewed commitment to advancing girl-child education and inclusivity under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking at the meeting, Vice President Shettima reaffirmed the President’s dedication to improving access to education for girls across the country, citing the school feeding programme as a…
In a major stride toward sustainable mobility and environmental conservation, Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has commissioned ten solar-powered tricycles to enhance transportation across its campuses. The eco-friendly initiative, is part of the University’s commitment to integrating renewable energy solutions into its operations, a move that aligns with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda and is supported by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Haruna Musa, described the project as a landmark achievement that reflects the University’s forward-looking approach to innovation and sustainability. “Today, we are delighted to receive ten solar-powered tricycles…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called on communication professionals to adopt truth-based public relations as a strategic tool to combat the false narrative of a so-called “Christian genocide” being circulated internationally against Nigeria. Speaking on Monday at the National Unveiling of the World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) Abuja 2026, held at the NAF Conference Centre, the Minister warned that Nigeria is facing serious reputational threats from foreign actors seeking to distort facts and undermine national unity. Rethinking the “Christian Genocide” Narrative: Reflections from Wilton Park “We must come to terms with existential reputational threats to…
The Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, has hosted the Special Adviser to the President on Revenue Matters and Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, at the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja for the formal inauguration of consultants engaged for the national revenue recovery exercise. Speaking during the event, Dr. Shehu reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s fiscal governance and ensuring that all revenues due to the Federation are fully recovered and remitted into the Federation Account. “This exercise is not a routine administrative action but a…
The Member representing Tarauni Local Government Area in the Kano State House of Assembly, Alhaji Kabiru Dahiru Sule (ADS), says renovation work at the Government Secondary School (GSS) Unguwar Gano has reached an advanced stage. Alhaji Kabiru made the disclosure during an interview with in his office. Hon. ADS Elevates Tarauni with 4 Impactful Community Projects He explained that the project forms part of broader efforts to promote education in the state under the leadership of Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, who has made education a top priority. According to the lawmaker, this commitment inspired him to contribute to educational…