Adamu Aminu. “Kano koda me kazo an fika” – whatever you bring to Kano, you’ll find someone who surpasses you This Hausa proverb encapsulates the spirit of Kano, a city that excels in influence and impact. Renowned as the commercial heart of northern Nigeria, Kano also wields immense political clout, its votes often serving as a determining factor in presidential elections. Kano Royal Family Denies Politics Behind Wedding Venue Shift The city’s political arena remains an unpredictable stage where ambition and rivalry collide. Central to this theater is Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the architect of the Kwankwasiyya movement and a…
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Ado Salisu The Hierarchy of Athletics and Other Sports Development Initiative, an NGO reputed to fighting for athletes’ welfare and transparency in sports, has issued a 14-day ultimatum to MTN, Making of Champions, Nilayo sports marketing company, AFN and Premium Trust Bank to quickly facilitate athletes’ payments to winners of the Marathon races they sponsored and organized. In a statement issued by the Chairman, CEO, and Board of Trustees of Athletics and Other Sports Development Initiative, Hon Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe argued that it is criminal for companies to collect funds from sponsors for competitions and refuse to pay athletes…
The Nigeria Police Force has completed the extradition of Benjamin Best Nnayereugo, also known as “Killaboi,” from Doha, Qatar. Nnayereugo is wanted for the murder of 21-year-old Augusta Oseodion Onuwabhagbe, a university student, in Lagos on July 13, 2023 Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Man for Alleged Murder of Girlfriend After fleeing Nigeria, Nnayereugo used fake identities to evade capture, but was eventually apprehended in Qatar in February 2025 through international cooperation between the Nigerian Police, INTERPOL, and Qatari authorities. Kano Police Arrest Three Suspects for Culpable Homicide The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, praised the collaborative efforts that led to…
Maryam Abacha, American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) has extended its heartfelt condolences to Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) over the passing of its Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, Professor Tosan Erhabor. Professor Erhabor was said to have died on Sunday night, April 13, 2025, in Abuja after a brief illness. The condolence message was conveyed in a statement released by the Founder and President of MAAUN Group of Universities, Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo in Kano on Monday. He said the death of Professor Erhabor was a great loss not only to his immediate family, but to the entire…
Sani Haruna Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State has constituted a State Delegation for this year’s pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The Director of Press, Secretary to the Government of the State Abdullahi Aliyu Yar’adua, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen in Katsina. According to the statement, Governor Dikko Radda approved the appointment of the Deputy Governor, Faruk Lawal Jobe, as the Head of the Delegation (the Amiru – al-Hajj). Other members include: the Speaker, State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Nasiru Yahaya, Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Ishaq Shehu Dabai Alhaji Shafi’u Abdu Duwan, Alhaji Shehu Abdu…
The Katsina State Government, in partnership with the Genesis Energy Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding MoU for implementing its landmark $500 million energy infrastructure investment. According Governor Dikko Umar Radda the partnership is noted as one of the largest private sector-driven renewable energy investments in Northern Nigeria. Jigawa Embraces Renewable Energy with Strategic Partnerships The initiative aligns with Governor Dikko Umaru Radda’s vision to industrialize Katsina and enhance public service delivery and inclusive growth. The governor explained that, it will also address the state’s energy deficit and will equally deliver clean, sustainable energy solutions through the development, financing,…
Sani Haruna The committee responsible for screening the preachers who will lead intending pilgrims from Katsina State for 2025 Hajj has commenced its exercise. The Chairman of the Screening Committee, Sheikh Dr Aminu Abu Ammar, announced the commencement of the screening while overseeing the process for the clerics. NAHCON Chairman Assures Seamless 2025 Hajj Exercise Dr Abu Ammar stated that the purpose of the screening is to equip the clerics with the necessary knowledge and skills to ensure that they can lead the intending pilgrims from the state in a successful, accepted, and smooth 2025 Hajj experience. He noted that…
In a historic milestone that promises to bolster the national infrastructure and economic activities and connectivity, His Excellency, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom, on behalf of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, launched the construction of a 65-kilometre, 3-lane dual carriageway. The event marks the commencement of Section 3B of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project in the State, an ambitious 750-kilometre road network connecting key coastal cities across Nigeria. Troops Foil Armed Robbery Attempt on Abuja–Kaduna Highway Governor Eno expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering leadership and approval of this transformative project.…
The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi has said that a revamped cooperative sector would ensure empowerment and prosperity for Nigerians, thereby making Cooperators part of the One Trillion US Dollar Economy within the decade. The Minister made this known during the flag-off ceremony of the National Training/Workshop for Trustees, Management Committee, and Managers of Cooperative Societies in Nigeria for the South-East and South-South Cooperative Stakeholders Forum, held at Federal Cooperative College, Oji – River, Enugu State, recently. He stated that‘’ the largest cooperatives globally is about 300 and generate a total turnover…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reiterated the unwavering commitment of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration to the modernization and transformation of Nigeria’s media and broadcasting landscape. Speaking at the Sixth Edition of the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing Series held at the National Press Centre, Abuja. The Minister disclosed that he had just returned from the prestigious National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Conference and Workshop in Las Vegas, United States. Digital Transformation Gains Momentum as NCS Engages Media The conference, themed “The Technology, The Trend, The Future,” brought together global stakeholders in broadcasting and media…
Three officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have been hospitalized for gunshot injuries sustained after they came under attack from some armed men during a raid operation in Jahi area of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja on Thursday night. The incident occurred when a team of NDLEA operatives acting on intelligence and surveillance report raided an uncompleted building at NNPC area of Jahi where 74 bottles of codeine, 10 litres of codeine syrup, 48grams of tramadol 225mg and 4.9kilograms of skunk, a strain of cannabis, as well as five android phones were recovered. As the NDLEA team…
Khadijah Aliyu The United Nations Children’s Fund UNICEF west and central regional office in collaboration with the African media network for the promotion of health and environment REMAPSEN has organized a webiner for journalists. The webiner themed: Maternal, Neonatal and child Health in West and Central Africa witnessed large turn out of REMAPSEN members from over 40 countries. REMAPSEN Participates in Africa Health Tech Summit 2024 The UNICEF Health Specialist West and Central Africa Regional Office, Dr. Tomomi Kitamura, urged governments to prioritize lifesaving interventions for mothers, newborns and children, noting that early action could significantly improve child health outcomes.…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The United Nations Children’s Fund UNICEF has described media as a critical stakeholder in Polio eradication in Nigeria. UNICEF’s Chief of Field Office in Kano, Mr. Rahama Rihood Farah disclosed this in his Wellcome address during a Media Dialogue on Polio and Routine Immunization held in Dutse, the state capital. UNICEF Calls for Coordinated Community Action To Combat Polio Represented by Dr. Serekeberehan Seyoum Deres, Health Manager, UNICEF Kano Field Office explained that, the Media Dialogue was to solicit support in raising awareness and mobilizing parents, caregivers, communities, stakeholders and the public about the Polio Vaccination Campaign which…
The Federal Capital Territory(FCT) Abuja and the Kogi State Government have received food donation from the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF), as part of the N16 billion Annual National Food Intervention programme launched last month. Speaking at the flag off Tuesday in Abuja, Senior Special Adviser to the President of Dangote Group, Hajiya Fatima Wali Abdurrahman, said 10,000 bags of 10kg rice were donated to the Federal Capital Territory(FCT), Abuja for onward distribution to the poor and the vulnerable persons. She said the intervention programme by the Aliko Dangote Foundation is aimed at supporting governments at all levels to cushion the…
As Christians in Akwa Ibom State and across the world prepare to commemorate the death and resurrection of our LORD Jesus Christ, the State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, wishes to assure the general public of its steadfast resolve to ensuring the safety of lives and property before, during, and after the Easter celebrations. In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer Akwa Ibom State Command DSP Timfon John. The statement explained that, to this end, the Command has deployed adequate human and material resources across the 31 Local…
Lamara Garba In this reflective piece, the spotlight falls on His Excellency, Dr. Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, whose leadership at Bayero University Kano signals a quiet but powerful transformation . Since stepping into his role as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the 15th Governing Council in July 2024, Dr. Gawuna has sown seeds of progress—championing innovation, nurturing opportunity, and building bridges between vision and reality. President Tinubu Names New Heads of Federal Agencies From scholarships that uplift young women in science to a groundbreaking technology institute that promises to reshape research in Northern Nigeria, his efforts speak of a leader deeply attuned…
The adolescent girls initiative for learning and empowerment AGILE has been described as a major catalyst to educational development. The Emir of Rano, Alhaji Muhammad Isa Umaru,made the indication while receiving AGILE team in his palace. AGILE: Kano to Build 130 New Schools to Boost Girls’ Education According to him, Kano has witnessed significant progress in girl child education facilitated by AGILE, hence the need for traditional institutions and relevant stakeholders to contribute their quota to achieve the desired objectives. He noted that, Rano Emirate has been at the forefront of ensuring enrollment retention and completion of girls education through…
The Nigerian Army has named Lieutenant Colonel Anele Onyinyechi Appolonia as its new Acting Director of Army Public Relations, making her the first woman to ever hold the position. Lt. Col. Anele, a seasoned officer from Direct Regular Course 15 and a member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), is stepping into the role following the redeployment of Major General Onyema Nwachukwu to the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre. Nigerian Army’s 3 Brigade Organizes Joint Route March in Kano Her appointment takes effect from April 22, 2025. Prior to this historic appointment, she completed a six-month strategic…
The Nigeria Police Force has taken cognizance of a disturbing video making rounds in the media space, showing police officers receiving money from a Chinese national. The Force has strongly condemned the conduct exhibited by the police officers in the video, describing it as unprofessional and unethical. In a statement signed by the force public relations officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi made available to newsmen. Katsina Police Rejects 1 Million Naira Bribe, Apprehends Suspects The statement explained that,the actions of the officers do not represent the established ethics, standards, and core values of the Nigeria Police Force. He noted that, the Force…
Ado Salisu Kano state athletes are set to surpass their previous record in the upcoming 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival tagged Gateway Games,scheduled to commenced from May 16 to 30, this year in Abeokuta, Ogun state. The state contingent which are expected to depart the ancient city of the Pyramid on May 14th and 15th consists a total of 173 athletes, 97 coaches , journalists and organizing secretaries as well as 15 government officials. The acting chairman of the State Sports Commission, Alhaji Ibrahim Umar Fagge popularly known as FIFA dropped this hints shortly after the secretary of…