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A wani yunƙuri na ƙarfafa haɗin gwiwa da gwamnatin tarayya don inganta tsaro da samar da guraben aiki ga matasa, wani babban kwamiti daga Gwamnatin Jihar Kano ƙarƙashin jagorancin Kwamishinan Harkoki na Musamman, Alhaji Nasiru Sule Garo, ya kai ziyarar aiki ga Ministan Tsaro, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, da Ministan Harkokin Cikin Gida, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, a ofisoshinsu dake Abuja. Manufar wannan ziyara ita ce ƙarfafa dangantaka da haɗin kai tsakanin matakan gwamnati don bunƙasa damar shiga aikin soja, Civil Defence, Hukumar Shige da Fice da sauran hukumomin tsaro, musamman ga matasan Jihar Kano. Gwamnatin Kano zata Sabuntawa Ma’aikatan Shara…

Ado Salisu A dominant figure in Team Nigeria at the Confederation of African Athletics U-18/U-20 Championship, Valentine Chiemelie, on Saturday, expressed happiness in representing Nigeria at the event. He stated that this is his first time representing Nigeria, and he will do everything within his power to make it count. Abeokuta Gears Up for 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics The terrific javelinist, made his presence felt in Shagamu, during the National Trials and is very confident he can make it happen again, at the Rock City, Abeokuta, Ogun State during the championship. “I’m happy to be representing Nigeria on the continental…

Ibrahim Ibrahim The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 general election in Jigawa State, Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, has alleged that former Governor Sule Lamido, not the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is the main cause of the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Mr. Ringim stated this while reacting to the recent comments made by the former Governor of Jigawa state at the party’s gathering in Kirikasamma Local Government area. Paradigm News reports that the former Governor who is the chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party PDP said that he will remain…

Abba Dukawa “The Northwest region of Nigeria, spanning seven states (Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara) across approximately 216,065 square kilometers, faces significant challenges. Once a bastion of peace and commerce, the area has been severely impacted by insecurity, affecting five out of its seven states. This shift has transformed the region from a thriving hub of trade and agriculture to one grappling with safety concerns. Northern Nigeria’s Crossroads to Renewal Despite its vast untapped mineral resources the region remains impoverished. Approximately 80% of the population relies on farming, pastoralism, or small-scale entrepreneurship. For almost a decade Northwest…

An kama shugaban makaranta da wata malamai mata a garin Thane da ke jihar Maharashta ta ƙasar Indiya. Ana zargin mutanen biyu ne da cire wa ɗalibai mata kaya domin duba ko suna jinin al’ada ko kuma a’a, bayan ganin ɗishi-ɗishin jini a bangon ban-ɗaki. Ƴansanda sun ɗauki matakin ne bayan mahaifiyar ɗaya daga cikin ɗaliban kimanin 15 ta shigar da koke kan lamarin. Menstrual Hygiene Day:NAWOJ YOSPIS Sensitizes Kano Students Makarantar na ƙunshe ne da ɗalibai kimanin 600, wadanda ke karatu daga matakin nazare zuwa sakandare. Lamarin dai ya faru ne a ranar Talata a gundumar Shahpur na birnin…

Ismail Omipidan When American comedian, Groucho Marx defined politics as “the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly, and applying the wrong remedies,” he might not have had Nigeria in mind. How Chaos Erupts at APC Meeting Over Shettima Snub in Tinubu’s Endorsement Bid Yet, his definition perfectly captures the current political atmosphere in the country, especially with regards to those bent on forcing us, the narrative of a phantom war of attrition between Vice President Kashim Shettima and his amiable boss, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In the corridors of power, it is not uncommon to…

Minister of State for Regional Development , Uba Maigari Ahmadu received the Chief of Defense Staff General Christopher Musa in his office. The courtesy visit aimed to strengthen relationship between the Defence Headquarters and Ministry of Regional Development to promote national security. The Minister of State said the Ministry was willing to enter into collaboration with the Chief of Defence Staff in fighting insecurity and ensuring that peace returned to all troubled spots in the country. He expressed delight for the visit and emphasized the importance of leveraging the Military’s expertise and resources to support Regional Development initiatives, particularly in…

The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman- Ibrahim, has expressed deep pride and excitement following the Super Falcons’ narrow but decisive 1–0 victory over Botswana in the ongoing 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Paradigm News reports that the victory secures Nigeria’s place in the quarterfinals of the continental tournament. A statement signed by the Special Adviser on Media & Publicity to the Minister hailed the Super Falcons as more than just athletes, describing them as “warrior queens in boots graceful, determined, and unshaken.” Nigeria’s U20 Girls Gear Up for World Cup with Australia friendly She congratulated the…

The Minister of Defence Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has emphasized the importance of strategic defence management as a crucial instrument for safeguarding national sovereignty, maintaining peace, and fostering socioeconomic development. Speaking at the National Defence Academy Course 33 in Abuja, Badaru commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritizing security development in Nigeria. The lecture, titled “Strategic Defence Management in Nigeria: Ministry of Defence in Perspective,” outlined the Ministry’s pivotal role in addressing the country’s evolving security challenges through institutional reforms, strategic planning, and collaborative defence mechanisms. He emphasized the complexity of Nigeria’s current security environment, characterized by the interplay of…

Ado Salisu As preparations intensify for the 3rd edition of the CAA U18/U20 African Athletics Championships in Abeokuta, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has announced a focused strategy for Team Nigeria: to compete only in events where the country has a clear competitive advantage. AFN Technical Director Gabriel Okon, speaking on Radio Nigeria’s network sports programme, emphasised that Nigeria will not enter athletes in every event, but will instead concentrate on medal-probable disciplines. “There are many events, and Nigeria has carefully selected athletes in areas where we have strength. Other countries also do it. Entering all events without clear…

Ado Salisu The National Sports Commission (NSC) has played a pivotal role in securing the participation of Team Nigeria (represented by Nigeria University Games Association – NUGA) at the 2025 FISU World University Games, set to take place in Germany from July 16 to 21. With 32 student-athletes and 10 officials making up the NUGA delegation, Nigeria will proudly compete in five sporting disciplines: athletics, badminton, table tennis, judo, and taekwondo. Speaking on the development, Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to youth and school sports. “Our support for NUGA at the…

The Kano State Executive Council, chaired by Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a comprehensive package of developmental projects and interventions valued at over ₦69 billion, targeting critical sectors including infrastructure, education, healthcare, energy, and humanitarian support. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. BUK Strengthens Reputation in Impactful Research as Dr Halilu Wins Global Education Grant During its 29th meeting,the Council granted landmark approvals aimed at improving service delivery and raising the living standard of citizens. Among the biggest investments is the expansion of Katsina Road, covering the stretch from…

Suspended Senator representing Kogi central and former Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Diaspora and NGOs, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has formally written to the Senate, demanding compliance with a recent court judgment that declared her six-month suspension unconstitutional. In a letter dated July 11, 2025, sent through her legal counsel, M.J Numa & Partners LLP, Akpoti-Uduaghan cited Section 63 of the 1999 Constitution, arguing that the suspension had denied her the right to represent her constituents and perform her legislative duties. Senate Suspends Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for 6 Months It will be recalled that the Federal High Court in Abuja had earlier…

The Kano State Executive Council has approved a wide-ranging package of projects across the power, water, transportation, environment, and humanitarian sectors. In a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, this reflects Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s commitment to improving infrastructure and the quality of life for residents. Kebbi Tackles Transport Challenges with 50 New 18-Seater Buses Key highlights include the procurement of 500 modern electric tricycles under the Abba Gida Gida Mass Transport Empowerment and Employment Programme, valued at ₦3.7 billion, aimed at enhancing public transport and empowering youth. To strengthen the state’s power infrastructure, the Council…

The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has expressed satisfaction with the collaborative efforts between the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to strengthen Anti-money laundering (AML) mechanisms and enhance operational efficiency at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. Speaking during the closing ceremony of a sports tournament organised by the Murtala Muhammed Area Command (MMAC) on Thursday, 10 July 2025, the CGC described his visit as both operational and productive. He said, “It’s meant to be an operational visit. We had very useful engagements with the management of the Federal Airport Authority,…

The Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA), Bayero University Kano BUK has commenced a two-day training programme aimed at empowering women farmers with climate-smart agricultural practices to enhance food and nutrition security. The training, organized by CDA in collaboration with the Arewa Women Initiative for Climate Change Advocacy and Environmental Sustainability (AWIFCA) The objective of the training is to build the capacity of women farmers by equipping them with knowledge and practical skills in sustainable agricultural techniques that respond to the challenges of climate change while improving household food availability and nutritional outcomes. Training sessions include an overview of urban and…

Khadijah Aliyu Nigeria Malabo, Equatorial Guinea – Following the historic adoption of the African Union Convention on the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls, a leading rights organisation is urging African governments to translate this milestone into concrete action. Alliance Rights and Health, a regional civil society group, has welcomed the convention’s adoption but warned that without immediate and sustained efforts, the agreement risks remaining a symbolic achievement with little real-world impact. “Every day of delay exposes more women and girls to unacceptable violence. The time for promises is over; the time for action is now,” The new AU…

The Bauchi House of Assembly has reaffirmed its commitment to improving healthcare delivery and immunisation coverage to end zero dose across the state. Speaker of the House, Abubakar Sulaiman, gave the assurance on Friday in Bauchi while receiving representatives of the Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) and the Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH) Community of Practice (CoP) during an advocacy visit. Dr. Magashi Leads ZDLH CoP on High-Level Advocacy to Bauchi Assembly He stated that the Assembly, through its Committees on Health and Appropriations, had consistently advocated for increased budgetary allocations to the health sector. “We acknowledge health as a…

K-SAFE Commends Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for Approving N3 Billion for Renovation and Reopening of 13 Boarding Schools in Kano State The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) warmly commends His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, for the recent approval of ₦3,039,878,601 for the general renovation of 13 boarding secondary schools across the state. This landmark decision signals a renewed commitment to revitalizing public education and reversing the troubling trend of school closures witnessed in previous administrations. K-SAFE Hails Gov Yusuf’s 2-Year Milestone: A Turning Point for Education in Kano The affected schools, which were shut down by the…

The national Coordinator of the Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN)Dr. Aminu Garba Magashi visited Bauchi State and led the Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH) Community of Practice (CoP) on immunization budget accountability to a high-level advocacy meeting with the Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abubakar Y. Suleiman, and the Chairmen of the House Committees on Health and Appropriation. During the meeting, Dr. Magashi expressed appreciation to the Bauchi State Government and the entire House of Assembly for passing and allocating a projected immunization budget of ₦872 million for 2025. He also commended the government for…