A high-powered committee constituted by Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, to investigate the recent killings in Uromi, Edo State, departed Kano on Thursday for a fact-finding and peace-building mission. The committee is led by the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo. No Reprisal Attacks Recorded After Uromi Killings– Groups In a statement issued by Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, spokesperson to the Deputy Governor, the committee includes prominent figures such as the Emir of Rano, Ambassador Mohammad Isa Umar; Commissioners for Religious Affairs, Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Special Duties and Women Affairs; Chairman of Bunkure Local…
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In line with the mandate of the SERVICOM office to promote effective and efficient service delivery in public Institutions through service charters, the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has officially launched the maiden edition of its Service Charter. Service Charter is a document that formally outlines the commitment of the Ministry to delivering high quality Service to its customers and related matters in the discharge of its mandate. Standard Chartered Bank Endorses Nigeria’s Economic Reforms In his remarks the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, noted that the initiative was part of a wider…
The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam has pointed out that addressing the challenge of terrorism requires a holistic and multifaceted approach among the security agencies. He stated this during the Stakeholders Conference on Security with a theme “A Path to Regional Cooperation” organized by the Ministry of Police Affairs in conjunction with the Nigeria Police Force and National Central Bureau (NCB) at the Rockview Hotels, Abuja. Applauding Kano’s Foresight To Profiling NGOs,Donor Organizations Gaidam stated that implementing the International Standard and good practice of sound, modern, integrated, and cooperative border management will go a long way in putting…
Members of the House Committee on Customs and Excise have pledged their commitment to driving legislative reforms to strengthen the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). This assurance was given during an oversight visit to the Tincan Island Port Area Command. In his welcome address, the Zonal Coordinator for Zone ‘A’, Assistant Comptroller General (ACG) Charles Orbih, emphasised the dual mandate of the NCS in revenue generation and national security. Breaking:Tinubu Upscales 2025 Budget Amidst Revenue Surge He stated that, beyond revenue generation, “our commitment to national security remains unwavering. Our enforcement arm has made critical interventions and seizures of prohibited items,…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) reaffirmed its position as a regional leader in trade reforms at the opening of the 4th World Customs Organization (WCO) Donors’ Conference for the West and Central Africa (WCA) Region. The high-level event, which took place at the Muhammadu Buhari Conference Hall in Abuja, marked the first WCO-WCA donors’ conference since the COVID-19 pandemic and drew key stakeholders committed to modernising customs operations and boosting regional economic integration. NCS Strengthens Ties with Stakeholders to Enhance Trade Declaring the conference open, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Olawale Edun, commended the…
Mustapha Muhammad The recent Award conferred on the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Kabir Yusuf by the Leadership Newspaper as the Governor of the Year 2024, has not come to me and many others as a surprise; looking at the great achievements of the Governor on education in just less than two years in office. I believe, with these giant strides, transforming the educational sector in the northwestern state of Kano is something to celebrate, and cheers. Hence the Executive governor of Kano state, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, is the Hero of his own Time. Gov Yusuf Bags Leadership…
Bayero University, Kano (BUK) is hosting the 49th Annual Conference of the Soil Science Society of Nigeria (SSSN) with the theme “Promoting Soil Health and Resilience Through Research and Innovation for Sustainable Development”. The five-day gathering, co-hosted by the university’s Faculty of Agriculture and the Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA), brings together experts to address pressing issues in soil science. CDA Trains Kaduna LG Directors on Modern Agricultural Extension Declaring the congregation open,the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Dr. Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to revitalizing the agricultural sector through science and strategic…
An Open Letter to IGP REAFFIRMING RESPECT FOR TRADITIONAL INSTITUTIONS AND THE ROLE OF THE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE IN UPHOLDING JUSTICE . Sir, We acknowledge the Nigeria Police Force’s recent decision to withdraw its invitation to the Emir of Kano, Mallam Muhammadu Sanusi II PhD, in connection to an incident during the Sallah celebration in Kano on March 30, 2025. While this move is appreciated, it is important to highlight that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is a noble institution revered for its commitment to maintaining law and order. Misplaced Priorities–A Counter to the Northern Women Lawyers Congress’ statement on…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has formally directed the full implementation of the Naira-for-Crude policy, aimed at encouraging local refining and reducing Nigeria’s dependence on foreign exchange for petroleum products. This was disclosed by the Ministry of Finance in a post on its official X handle on Wednesday, titled “Update on the Crude and Refined Product Sales in Naira Initiative”. NNPC Clarifies Naira Crude Oil Agreement with Dangote Refinery The directive follows the expiration of the initial six-month pilot phase of the agreement involving the Federal Government, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), and the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The Jigawa State Government JGSG has issued a strong warning against the diversion of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF), calling on the public to report any such cases to relevant authorities. State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Salisu Kainuwa, made this known while addressing journalists in Dutse. He disclosed that some health workers have already been apprehended by the police for allegedly selling RUTF meant for distribution to vulnerable children. “Anyone found diverting this life-saving commodity does so at their own risk,” Dr. Kainuwa warned. He emphasized that the government remains fully committed to ensuring that RUTF reaches…
Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu,Cln, ANIPR (Danmalikin Shanono), Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor of Kano State I was shocked when I heard about the passing of one of my most loyal supporter and close professional colleagues, Mr Ted Odogwu of Punch Newspaper. Ted always called me, “The Chair Chair, I’m from Gwarzo too,” in his usual playful manner. He was a peaceful and simple man—one of those rare colleagues who will never be forgotten. Death has taken away many of our dearest bosses and elders—like Chief Madu West, Alhaji Bello Fagge, and Musa Ibrahim Beka. I’m certain that our retired senior…
The Kano State Commissioner for Information has congratulated the Governor of Kano, Abba Kabir Yusuf, for receiving the Most Outstanding Governor in Education award in Nigeria, presented by Leadership Newspaper. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, through the Special Assistant on Media Affairs, Bashir A. Bashir. Gov Yusuf Bags Leadership Governor of the Year 2024 Award “This prestigious award is well-deserved and reflects His Excellency the Governor’s dedication, exemplary leadership, and continuous contributions to the development of education in Kano State. K-SAFE Congratulates Gov Yusuf on Leadership Prestigious Award He…
Abba Dukawa The Kano State Government has announced a fresh 60-day extension for the ongoing recertification of Certificates of Occupancy (CofO), warning that land owners who fail to comply risk losing their titles in accordance with existing laws. This development was made public during a press conference held Tuesday by the Commissioner for Land and Physical Planning, Abduljabbar Mohammed Umar, at the ministry’s headquarters in Kano. A.A Rano Donates 15 Hectares of Land for Federal Polytechnic According to the commissioner, the initial April 1, 2025 deadline which coincided with the Eid public holiday had previously been shifted from the earlier…
Nigeria and Saudi Arabia have strengthened their partnership against drug trafficking with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This agreement aims to enhance operational collaboration, intelligence sharing, and joint investigations to combat global drug trafficking networks. NDLEA Foils Multiple Drug Trafficking Attempts Highlights of the MoU include: exchange of intelligence between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia, the Saudi will avail NDLEA its training Academy for joint training, provision of operational logistics to NDLEA, conduct of joint investigations…
Muhammad Jamil Abubakar The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised serious concerns over the high rate of malnutrition in Gombe State, revealing that more than 50 percent of children under five are stunted, according to the latest data from the Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) and the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS). Speaking during a two-day advocacy and capacity-building workshop held in Jos, Plateau State, Dr. Nuzhat Rafique, the Chief of Field Office, UNICEF Bauchi, emphasized the urgent need for collaborative efforts to address the worsening nutrition crisis. MNCHW:UNICEF Supports KNSG With 8,000 Bottles of Vitamin A…
In continuation of its commitment to restore vision for over 6,000 Nigerians, NNPC Foundation Ltd/Gte., the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of NNPC Ltd., is currently holding free cataract surgeries in South South Nigeria, expanding its social impact initiatives. NNPC Ltd, Partners Boost Cancer Fight with Mammography Centre This is in addition to the ongoing program in the South East Region, following the success of the free cataract surgery program in the South West Region with over 1,002 successful surgeries, including minors born blind.
As part of its continued commitment to advancing education and fostering innovation among young science students in Nigeria, NNPC Ltd. has commenced the donation of 25,000 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) books and shelves to twenty-five secondary schools across Nigeria. Minister of Education Applauds STAN’s STEM Initiatives The flag-off ceremony took place yesterday at the School for The Gifted in Gwagwalada, FCT, Abuja, and will continue in selected secondary schools across the country. Kano State Promotes STEM Education for Young Nigerians Speaking at the event, the Managing Director of NNPC Foundation, Emmanuella Arukwe, said the initiative reflects the Company’s…
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, on receiving the prestigious “Governor of the Year 2024 Education Award” by Leadership Newspaper. In a statement released signed by , the spokesperson speaker Kano house of assembly Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai made available to newsmen. K-SAFE Congratulates Gov Yusuf on Leadership Prestigious Award Falgore emphasized that this award perfectly symbolizes the Governor’s hard work and dedication to the success of the educational sector in Kano State. “No one deserves this award…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the Dozie family, the business community, and all Nigerians on the passing of Chief (Dr.) Pascal Gabriel Dozie, an elder statesman, entrepreneur, and banker. He was 85. Chief Pascal Dozie, OON, was a visionary whose contributions to Nigeria’s economic architecture left an enduring legacy. KNSG Condemns Brutal Killings in Edo, Demands Swift Justice As the founder of Diamond Bank and the pioneer Chairman of MTN Nigeria, he was at the forefront of two of the most transformative sectors in Nigeria’s development journey: banking and telecommunications. Chief Dozie, a steadfast believer in…
Ƙabiru Haruna Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s selfless act of dedicating his “Governor of the Year” award to vulnerable children in rural communities has drawn praise from Commissioner Amina Abdullahi Sani of the Ministry of Women Affairs, Children, and Disabled. The commissioner expressed her profound appreciation for the governor’s kind gesture, citing his well-documented love and care for vulnerable populations . Kebbi Calls for Support as Philanthropist Fixes Collapsed Bridges The commissioner believes Governor Yusuf’s act demonstrates his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance, prioritizing the welfare of vulnerable populations. This gesture is expected to motivate other public office holders…