The 57th Students’ Union Government (SUG) of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), led by Comrade Abdullahi Usman Baba, has commissioned a major student-focused facility, the Professor Haruna Musa Students’ Hub, at the Faculty of Engineering, New Campus. The commissioning ceremony, attracted university principal officers, members of the academic community, SUG executives, and students. Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Haruna Musa, expressed appreciation for the honour and commended the students for initiating the project. He encouraged students to make effective use of the Hub as a centre for learning, research, and academic collaboration. The Dean of Students’ Affairs, Professor Ridwan…
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The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has convened a preparatory stakeholders’ meeting towards the development of a National Policy on Relief and Rehabilitation Intervention (NPRRI). The meeting brought together members of NEMA’s management alongside key development and humanitarian partners to deliberate on the framework for the proposed policy. NEMA Sensitises Students on Disaster Preparedness in Kano Declaring the meeting open, the Director-General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, represented by her Special Assistant, Hajia Rakiya Bello Umar, welcomed participants and appreciated their commitment to the process. She highlighted the importance of the proposed policy and urged stakeholders to actively engage to…
Bayero University, Kano (BUK) have firmly asserted their dominance on the regional basketball stage, emerging champions of the 3rd edition of the Northwest 3×3 Basketball Championship held from February 4 to 6, 2026, at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. The Kano-based side delivered a flawless campaign, winning all six of their matches to clinch the coveted trophy. BUK sealed their triumph with a tense 20–18 victory over tournament hosts ABU in the final, showcasing composure and quality under pressure. BUK set the tone early in the competition with a commanding 10–0 whitewash of Northwest University, Kano. They followed it up…
The National Orientation Agency NOA,has successfully conducted its 2026 nationwide promotion examination, marking the second year of the Computer-Based Testing (CBT) innovation introduced by the Director-General, Lanre Issa-Onilu. According to a post obtained from the agency’s X handle on Friday, the examination, facilitated by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), commenced at 9am and concluded at 10.15am. Kano Moves to Equip Students with ICT Skills for WAEC, NECO CBT Supervisors overseeing the process included officials from the Office of the Head of Service, JAMB, the Federal Character Commission, and senior NOA officers. Speaking on the development, the Director of…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed former Katsina State Governor, Aminu Bello Masari, as the new Chairman of its National Convention Central Coordination Committee, replacing Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma. According to Ireporter Online, the announcement was made in a statement signed by the party’s National Secretary, Surajudeen Basiru, and shared on the APC’s official social media handle on Friday. APC National Chairman Commissions Ultra-Modern Secretariat The statement explained that, “In further consultation with the leadership and national stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Central Coordination Committee for the 2026 National Convention has been reconstituted.” As part…
The Director General of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA), Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha, has commended the launch of Empower Academy Nigeria, describing the initiative as a timely intervention to strengthen the country’s pharmaceutical and healthcare workforce. The Academy, established under the Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC) in partnership with the Empower School of Health, aims to address critical skills gaps within Nigeria’s pharmaceutical manufacturing and life sciences sectors. Notably, the Academy will offer over 40 courses on its digital platform free of charge to Nigerians for the first two years. Speaking at the launch…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reaffirmed its commitment to leadership development with the commencement of a strategic training programme for senior officers at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada. The programme, titled Senior Customs Command and Leadership Course (Batch A), began on Monday, February 3, 2026, and is designed to prepare officers for higher responsibilities amid evolving operational, security and trade facilitation challenges. Speaking during the session, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, described the course as a critical investment in the future of the Service, stressing that effective leadership is required at every level of…
Ado Salisu The World Crafts Council (WCC) has honoured Otunba Olusegun Runsewe with the Icon of Crafts, Culture and Hospitality in Africa Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the development of arts and culture across the continent. The award was presented at the second World Crafts Forum, held in Kuwait from February 1 to February 3, 2026. In an award letter, the Council described Runsewe as a passionate advocate for the preservation, promotion and sustainability of African handicrafts, noting his consistent efforts to elevate craft communities and cultural heritage. The letter, signed by the President of the World…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said that the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are stabilising Nigeria’s economy, restoring investor confidence, and positioning the country on a sustainable growth path after years of uncertainty. Idris stated this during a virtual interview on ICAN On Air, a live programme of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), streamed on Thursday. According to the Minister, the early removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of the foreign exchange rate were deliberate decisions aimed at correcting deep structural flaws that threatened Nigeria’s economic survival. “You…
Muhammad Sani Participants in the Resilient Opportunities for Outreach, Trade and Sustainability (ROOTS) project, implemented by AHIP through the IOM training programme, have described the initiative as a major catalyst for enhancing food security by promoting climate-smart and urban farming practices among smallholder farmers. The theoretical training was conducted at the Adolescent Health and Information Projects (AHIP) Human Development Institute, while the practical component took place at the Centre for Dryland Agriculture, Bayero University Kano (BUK). A participant, Fatima Sani from Bunkure Local Government Area, said the training exposed them to modern farming techniques ranging from nursery establishment to harvesting.…