In a major milestone for Nigeria’s indigenous defence manufacturing, Vanquish Industries Limited has officially commissioned its locally produced Vanquisher Light Combat Vehicles (LCVs). Speaking at the event, the company’s Managing Director, Mr Zach Duwa described the occasion as “more than the unveiling of a platform, emphasizing that it reflects vision, discipline, and a firm belief that the African industry can produce world-class defence solutions. He highlighted the Vanquisher LCV’s three core principles: Protection, ensuring high safety and survivability for operators; Mobility, providing agility and reliable performance across varied terrains; and Adaptability, featuring a modular design capable of fulfilling multiple mission…
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President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to immediately suspend the controversial cashless policy due to traffic congestion at airport gates nationwide. Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace, announced the presidential order while briefing journalists on the outcome of the federal executive council (FEC) meeting presided over by Tinubu regarding his ministry. NCAA Issues Aerodrome Certificate for Enugu Airport to FAAN The directive comes barely four days after the policy was rolled out, sparking massive gridlock at major airports nationwide. The policy, launched on March 1, mandated digital payments via ‘Go Cashless’ cards or…
The Kwankwasiyya Movement has commended the National Leadership of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) for recent strategic appointments aimed at strengthening the party’s leadership structure in the Northwest. In a statement signed by Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed, Spokesperson for the Movement, the group described the appointments as timely, thoughtful, and reflective of the NNPP’s commitment to continuity, stability, and internal cohesion. The party approved the following appointments: 1. Alhaji Hamisu Saad Dogon Nama – Treasurer, NNPP North West Zone 2. Hajiya Ain Jafaru – Northwest Zonal Women Leader, NNPP The Kwankwasiyya Movement praised the National Leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso,…
FIFA on Wednesday confirmed the final line-up for the inter-confederation play-off tournament, naming DR Congo as Africa’s representative. The development by the footballing body has dashed Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In an accreditation notice circulated to journalists ahead of the competition, FIFA detailed the tournament format and listed the six participating nations DR Congo’s inclusion leaves no room for Nigeria, whose football federation had challenged the result of their defeat in the CAF play-offs in November 2025. The Nigeria Football Federation lodged a formal protest, alleging that DR Congo fielded ineligible players during the…
Lawmakers in the U.S. Senate were set to begin voting on Wednesday on a bipartisan war powers resolution aiming to stop the military campaign against Iran and require that any hostilities against it be authorized by Congress. The latest effort by Democrats and a few Republicans to rein in President Donald Trump’s repeated troop deployments, sponsors describe it as a bid to take back Congress’ responsibility to declare war, as spelled out in the U.S. Constitution. Trade War Threat Looms After Spain Rejects US Military Cooperation “I do think it’s really important to put every member of Congress on the…
Jamil Abubakar The Gombe State Government has established a high-level task force to tackle the misuse, abuse and theft of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) and other nutrition commodities meant for children. The task force was inaugurated by the Deputy Governor of Gombe State, Manasseh Jatau, who said the move demonstrates the state’s firm commitment to protecting vulnerable children suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM). Jatau described the initiative as a reflection of strong political will and institutional resolve to safeguard life-saving treatment. He explained that the committee comprises security agencies, traditional and religious leaders, civil society organisations and development partners…
Lamara Garba Azare The ancient city of Kano has always understood the language of politics, not merely as a contest for power, but as a careful art of balance, patience and reconciliation. On Wednesday, at the expansive Sani Abacha Indoor Sports Hall, that art was on full display as the All Progressives Congress in Kano State held a peaceful and well coordinated State Congress that produced a new leadership for the party. The emergence of Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa as Chairman of the APC in Kano State was not just the announcement of a name. It was the affirmation of…
Lamara Garba Azare In Kano State, compassion has found structure. It has found funding. It has found direction. Under the leadership of Abba Kabir Yusuf, healthcare is no longer a privilege negotiated by wealth but a right strengthened by policy. What is unfolding across the state is more than reform. It is a moral commitment woven into governance. It is Abba Care. At the heart of this transformation is the introduction of free antenatal care and free delivery services for pregnant women in public health facilities. For countless families, this single decision has lifted a burden carried in silence for…
The Kano State Accountability Mechanism (KanSLAM), in collaboration with the UK-FCDO Lafiya Programme, has convened a validation session for the Citizens-Led Family Planning Financing Advocacy Message Development document aimed at strengthening accountability and improving child spacing financing in Kano State. The session, held in Kano, brought together representatives from government ministries, civil society organisations, development partners, and community groups to review and validate the Family Planning Finance Advocacy Pack. The Secretary of KanSLAM, Dr. Nura Haladu, said the workshop focused on budget tracking, fund releases, expenditure monitoring, and advocacy strategies to advance sustainable family planning financing in the state. He…
Governments and airlines are sending special flights to rescue tens of thousands of travellers stranded in the Middle East war even as some carriers on Tuesday tentatively resumed flights. The situation remains dangerous in the region, with Qatar saying it had blocked Iranian attacks on its airport, one of the major hubs in the region. Lawmakers Take Historic Vote to Rein In Trump’s War Powers Over Iran Conflict The US and Israeli attacks on Iran which began on Saturday, followed by Iranian counterattacks on Gulf states and Israel, have prompted several countries to shut their airspace. At least 12,903 flights…