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Sani Dutsinma The All Progressives Congress, APC, Kebbi State Chapter, says the party remains strong and united and is well positioned to sustain its development agenda in the state. The Special Adviser to the Kebbi State Governor on Political Matters, Alhaji Kabiru Sani, stated this at a press conference held at the party’s headquarters in Birnin Kebbi. He said the growing unity within the party would enable the APC to defeat opposition parties at all levels of the 2027 elections. Kebbi APC Re-Elects Kana-Zuru as State Chairman Alhaji Kabiru Sani said the party leadership had recently met to deliberate on…

Sani Dutsinma The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Kebbi State Chapter, has offered special prayers for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, and the peace, progress and prosperity of Nigeria and Kebbi State. The prayer session, held at the Presidential Banquet Hall in Birnin Kebbi, brought together Christian leaders and representatives from the 21 Local Government Areas of the state. Leading the prayers, the State CAN Chairman, Bishop Ayuba Kanta Yafi, commended Governor Nasir Idris for what he described as pragmatic and inclusive leadership. “There’s No Christian Genocide in Nigeria”- Information Minister Bishop Kanta Yafi…

The Kano State Government has strengthened oversight and coordination of the 2026 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention, SMC, programme following a comprehensive review of its processes, documentation and personnel arrangements. The development followed the constitution of an investigative committee by the State Commissioner for Health on Wednesday, August 5th, 2026, to investigate the preparation, processes, distribution and implementation of the programme across the state. Just in:Kano Resumes Malaria Prevention Campaign August 12 Chairman of the committee and Director-General of the State Agency for the Control of AIDS, SACA, Dr. Usman Bashir, stated this to newsmen. He said the committee comprises heads of…

The National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress APC, Professor Nentawe Goshen Yilwatda, with tenacity, patience, and all-inclusive leadership, has been the beacon upon which the Party strengthened its position as the most populous in the Country. Making this submission, the Director of Finance, Hadejia Jammaare River Basin, Dr Musa Illiyasu Kwankwaso, said, while congratulating the National Chairman of the APC, Professor Nentawe Goshen Yilwatda, on the occasion of his 58th birthday anniversary. Musa Illiyasu Kwankwaso who acknowledged Prof. Yilwatda’s commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his efforts toward advancing good governance, democratic values…

Ibrahim Sulaiman The Federal Fire Service has commended philanthropist, Malam Magaji Umar Dan Aljanna, for sponsoring the construction of a modern conference hall at its Zaria station in Kaduna State. The Kaduna State Controller of the Federal Fire Service, DCF Aminu Amadu, gave the commendation during the foundation-laying ceremony for the project in Zaria. Kano Fire Service Saves 8 Persons, N34bn Property in One Month DCF Amadu said interventions from residents, particularly philanthropists, had contributed significantly to the Service’s efforts to prevent and control fire outbreaks and respond to other emergencies. He said such support had enabled the Fire Service…

The Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management Programme of the Asian Institute of Technology, AIT, has trained five officials from the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority, ADAFSA, on Nile Tilapia seed production and farming. The specialised training, was organised in collaboration with the United Arab Emirates University, UAEU. The programme is part of a broader capacity-building initiative aimed at supporting the development of a sustainable and competitive aquaculture industry in Abu Dhabi. It focused on strengthening participants’ technical knowledge and practical skills in key areas of Nile tilapia production. Minister Wike Seeks EU Investment in Agriculture, Real Estate The…

Adamu Yusuf The Ahmadu Bello University Alumni Association, Kaduna State Branch, has called on its members to continue giving back to the institution and supporting initiatives aimed at sustaining its development and legacy. The association made the call at its 2026 Annual Get-Together and Awards Ceremony held in Kaduna, where members, government officials, academics, traditional rulers, captains of industry and distinguished alumni gathered to celebrate the achievements of the university and its graduates. GSU Lecture Halls Set for Upgrade as Alumni Donate Teaching Aids The annual gathering also provided an opportunity for alumni from different generations, faculties and departments to…

The Federal Government has launched the Diaspora Mortgage Loan, DML, to expand access to affordable home ownership for Nigerians living abroad. The initiative was officially unveiled in London, United Kingdom,under the National Housing Fund window managed by the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria. The launch brought together stakeholders from the Federal Government, financial sector and the Nigerian diaspora community. VP Shettima Unveils Diaspora BRIDGE Programme Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Rt. Hon. Abdullahi Ata, and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, were among senior government officials present at the event. The Diaspora Mortgage Loan…

For some, a wedding is the celebration of love. For others, it is the beginning of a new life made possible by an opportunity they could hardly afford on their own. In Kano State, the Auren Gata Mass Wedding Programme is providing such an opportunity for hundreds of couples who had struggled with the financial burden of marriage. At the recent reception and distribution of furniture and other support items to 1,500 newly wedded couples, the atmosphere was not just one of celebration. It was also a reflection of dreams delayed, families rebuilt and new beginnings made possible through government…

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has urged newly wedded couples under the state’s mass wedding programme to be patient with one another and uphold justice, fairness, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence in their homes. The Governor made the call during the reception and distribution of furniture and other support items to 1,500 newly married couples under the Kano State Government’s Auren Gata Mass Wedding Programme. Governor Yusuf reminded the couples that marriage is an act of worship and urged them to build their matrimonial homes in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and the Sunnah of…

Hussaina Sa’id Bichi The Kano State House of Assembly has pledged to use its legislative powers to support efforts aimed at upgrading the standard of Abubakar Rimi Television (ARTV) and enabling the station to compete favourably with other media organisations across the country. The Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Sa’ad Aminu Sa’ad Ungogo, who represents Ungogo Constituency, stated this during a roundtable discussion with the management of ARTV at the State House of Assembly. Sa’ad Aminu Sa’ad said the meeting was aimed at exploring ways to improve the station’s standard, operations and overall performance. Kano Govt Pledges Support…

Ibrahim Sulaiman A coalition of Zaria-based groups and members of opposition political parties has endorsed the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, for another term in office. The coalition announced its position at a World Press Conference in Zaria, Kaduna State, saying the endorsement followed an assessment of development projects and engagements with communities across the Zaria Federal Constituency. It said the decision was based on what it described as measurable achievements in education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture and youth development. A Remarkable Homecoming: Kano Unites in Support of Abba Kabiru Yusuf, Signaling a Strong Endorsement for Bola Ahmed…

Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Kano State have elected new representatives into the State Steering Committee and thematic leadership positions of the Open Government Partnership (OGP), following a transparent and participatory electoral process. The election, organized by the Non-State Actors’ Election Committee, was held at the Kano Information Technology (IT) Centre and brought together representatives of civil society groups across the state to choose leaders who will drive the implementation of the Kano State OGP agenda. According to the committee, 108 Civil Society Organizations captured in the Kano State OGP Action Plan, alongside 106 newly interested CSOs, participated in the…

President Donald Trump signed two executive orders targeting “birth tourism” and narrowing birthright citizenship eligibility. This follows a previous Supreme Court decision that struck down an earlier attempt by his administration to curb automatic citizenship for certain children born on US. The move is part of Trump’s broader effort to tighten US immigration rules and could affect Nigerians and other foreign nationals who travel to the country to have their children. Trump had previously signed an executive order seeking to deny automatic US citizenship to children born to parents who are in the country illegally or are in the US.…

Sani Dutsinma Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has pledged to implement any new national minimum wage approved by the Federal Government, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving workers’ welfare. The governor made the pledge at the Rights of Workers Summit held in Birnin Kebbi, the Kebbi State capital. He said Kebbi State was the first in the country to implement the ₦75,000 minimum wage, describing the move as a demonstration of his administration’s commitment to the wellbeing of civil servants. Kano State Implements N71,000 Minimum Wage For Workers Governor Idris noted that the current ₦70,000 national minimum wage, which…

Ado Salisu The Director of Sports at Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH), Wudil, Abdulsalam Abubakar Shandy, has commended participating faculties for their support and cooperation as the institution commenced its annual inter-faculty sports competition, the Vice Chancellor Cup. Speaking during the opening ceremony at the university’s sports complex, Abdulsalam said the tournament is designed to discover and nurture sporting talents while strengthening unity and cordial relationships among students, coaches, staff, and the university management. He noted that the competition serves as an important platform for identifying athletes who will represent the university in future local and national…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted the public to the circulation of a suspected counterfeit asthma medication, Pulmicort® (Budesonide) Inhalation Suspension, in the Nigerian market. In Public Alert No. 037/2026, NAFDAC said the suspected falsified product was detected following market surveillance conducted by pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca, the manufacturer of the genuine Pulmicort®. According to the agency, the counterfeit product is marketed as “Ulmicort 0.5 mg/ml Inhalation Suspension”, a name that closely resembles the registered Pulmicort® product and could mislead healthcare professionals and patients. NAFDAC explained that genuine Pulmicort® (budesonide) is an inhaled corticosteroid…

Yushau A. Shuaib After the bishops’ recent closed‑door meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Cardinal John Onaiyekan made a striking claim: that presidential aides are shielding the President from the true suffering in the country, presenting a false “rosy picture,” and that Tinubu already appears desperate about winning the 2027 election. As a writer and observer of governance, I share that concern. A president who controls the instruments of state, commands a united party, and faces a divided opposition has little rational cause for electoral anxiety — unless overzealous handlers are manufacturing threats where few exist. The question therefore deserves…

The Zamfara State Government has advanced plans to strengthen healthcare delivery through a strategic partnership with Tianjin City Health and Prevention Technology Company of China for the supply of modern medical equipment to health facilities across the state. The initiative is part of the administration’s efforts to improve healthcare infrastructure, enhance service delivery and expand access to quality medical services in specialist hospitals, general hospitals and primary healthcare centres. The Commissioner for Health Dr Nafisa Muhammad Maradun commended Governor Dauda Lawal for his commitment to transforming the state’s health sector through investments in modern infrastructure and cost-effective procurement of medical…

The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) has inaugurated its Monthly General Meeting as part of efforts to strengthen internal communication, promote staff collaboration and enhance institutional effectiveness. The meeting, which will be held on the first Monday of every month, is designed to align staff with the Council’s vision, strategic priorities and commitment to improved service delivery. The inaugural session featured staff members dressed in the Council’s branded T-shirts, symbolising unity, professionalism and a shared commitment to advancing the teaching profession in Nigeria. FG Restructures NTI, TRCN to Raise Teaching Standards in Nigeria A major highlight of the event…