Sanni Dutsinma Muslims across the country have been urged to conduct their daily activities in line with the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and the traditions of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) in order to attain success in this world and the hereafter. The charge was given by the Leader of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa Iqamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS) in Dutsinma Local Government Area, Alhaji Badamasi Sulaiman Karofi, during the 10th Qur’anic Graduation Ceremony of Baitulsalam Islamiyya School held in Dutsinma, Katsina State. Alhaji Karofi emphasized that when parents play their role effectively by instilling moral and religious values in…
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Ibrahim Ibrahim After decades of living in darkness caused by erratic electricity supply, residents of Ringim Local Government Area of Jigawa State are finally witnessing renewed hope following the connection of the town to the Gagarawa National Grid by Governor Umar Namadi. For many years, unstable power supply crippled businesses, hindered economic growth, and lowered the standard of living in Ringim. Residents often endured weeks—and sometimes months—without electricity, forcing households and business owners to rely heavily on costly generators and alternative energy sources. Successive administrations made efforts to address the challenge. During the tenure of former Governor Sule Lamido, Ringim…
Ibrahim Ibrahim No fewer than 30 people are feared dead following a canoe accident in Guri Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The incident occurred on Saturday evening when a canoe conveying passengers from Garbi village in Nguru Local Government Area of Yobe State to Adiyani cvillage in Guri LGA capsized while in transit. A resident of the area told journalists that the boat was overloaded with passengers at the time of the accident. 14 Dead, Many Feared Missing After Canoe Carrying 100 Capsizes in Kebbi According to the source, 16 people have so far been confirmed dead, 10 others…
The Joint Task Force, Operation HADIN KAI, has achieved a major breakthrough in its counter-terrorism operations in Nigeria’s North East with the identification of a key suspect linked to recent suicide bombing attempts in the region. According to the military, the suspect, Shariff Umar, also known as Yusuf, has been identified as the principal coordinator of suicide bombing activities operating around Maiduguri and neighbouring areas. Israeli Attacks Kill 21 in Gaza; 181 Dead from Hunger The identification followed an intelligence-driven cordon-and-search operation conducted in the Kalmari area of Maiduguri on December 31, 2025, during which 14 suspects were arrested. Military…
Dr. Vincent Ojeh Many people have observed that despite being in the traditional harmattan season, the familiar cold mornings, dry air, and thick dusty haze are largely missing. This is not a coincidence or a false perception. It reflects real changes within the West African climate system, driven by both natural variability and long-term climate change. KNCDC, Zayt Empower Almajiris on Scabies, Infections During Harmattan Under normal conditions, harmattan occurs during the boreal winter when strong high-pressure systems form over the Sahara Desert. These systems generate cool, dry north-easterly winds that carry dust southward across West Africa. At the same…
The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested several suspected thieves and drug dealers in coordinated operations across the state, recovering stolen property and a large quantity of illicit drugs. The arrests, which took place in different local government areas, are part of the Command’s sustained efforts to curb crime and criminality and ensure public safety. In Kirikasamma Local Government Area, police operatives on December 31, 2025, intercepted a 23-year-old suspect, Mohd Yarima, of Bulanceri Village, in possession of a black Bajaj motorcycle without registration number and a bag of fertilizer suspected to have been stolen from Gayin Village. Police investigations…
Ado Salisu The Pan African Scrabble Association (PANASA) has unveiled its New Year Honours List, recognising seven outstanding players whose performances between December 1, 2024 and November 30, 2025 defined one of the most successful periods in African Scrabble history. The honours were ratified by the PANASA Technical Committee led by Technical Director Chrispine Okeyo (Kenya), alongside Ratings Officer Umar Faruq Babainna (Nigeria), Don Elijah Kagiri (Uganda), Adedeji Khaleel (Nigeria) and Emmanuel Enyi (Nigeria). The committee reviewed continental rankings and performances at the World English-Language Scrabble Players Association Championship (WESPAC) Ghana 2025. To date, PANASA has awarded 13 Continental Champion…
The Headquarters, 35 Artillery Brigade, Abeokuta, has dismissed allegations circulating on social media over the alleged non-payment of soldiers’ allowances and extortion of motorists by troops deployed in Ogun State, describing the claims as false and misleading. The denial followed a viral video authored by an individual identified as Abdul, which accused the Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Godwin Nwamba, the Commanding Officer of the 351 Artillery Regiment, Lieutenant Colonel Innocent Matthew, and the Brigade Operations Officer, Major Isaac Ezechukwu, of wrongdoing. Addressing the allegations in a statement issued on January 2, 2026, the Brigade explained that soldiers deployed on company…
A four-day Women’s Bazaar, organised by the Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, Children, and Persons with Special Needs, has successfully concluded, with each participant receiving ₦50,000 to support and expand their businesses. The initiative, led by Commissione and Ambassador Amina Abdullahi San, provided a vibrant platform for women entrepreneurs, including persons with special needs (PWDs), to showcase and sell their products, build business networks, and access new markets. Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Commissioner, represented by the Director of the Women Department, Bilkisu Shafi’u Jibrin, commended the participants for their creativity, resilience, and commitment to economic self-reliance. She…
No fewer than 150 bandits have been neutralised by a joint security taskforce comprising the Nigerian Military, Department of State Services (DSS), Police, and other paramilitary agencies following coordinated attacks on communities in Shanono, Bagwai and Faruruwa Local Government Areas of Kano State. The operation, which began on Thursday night and extended into Friday morning, also led to the recovery of 125 stolen cows, security sources confirmed. Chairman of the Shanono/Bagwai/Faruruwa Community Security Committee, Alhaji Yahya Bagobiri, confirmed the development on Friday, commending the swift response and collaboration of the security agencies. > “I can confirm to you that the…