MAAUN Group of Universities has congratulated Prof. Amina Salihi Bayero on her appointment as the substantive Vice Chancellor of Northwest University, Kano, Nigeria. The appointment was approved by the Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, following a recommendation by the University Governing Council after a rigorous selection process. The congratulatory message was contained in a statement personally signed by the Founder of the universities, Prof. Gwarzo and released to newsmen on Thursday in Kano, Nigeria. Prof. Gwarzo, who doubles as the President of the Association of Africa Private Universities (AAPU), described the appointment of Prof. Salihi Bayero as “well- deserved”…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to building a youthful digital workforce that will drive Nigeria’s next phase of growth and shared prosperity. He made the remarks at the State House Conference Centre during the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) National Impact Summit and the launch of the 3MTT Digital Skills Fund. Represented by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, President Tinubu said his administration’s vision to create a trillion-dollar economy depends on a workforce with technical skills, productivity, and innovation that meet global standards. Launched in 2023 by the Ministry of…
The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to delivering modern and durable infrastructure under the Renewed Hope Agenda, during the temporary opening of the Bodo–Bonny Road and Bridges Across the Opobo Channel. The historic 37.9-kilometre road connects the mainland to Bonny Island, home to Nigeria’s Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Plant and other major energy investments. It traverses challenging terrain, including forests, swamps, and creek networks, and marks a major milestone for the riverine Bonny and Ogoni Kingdoms, providing relief to communities that previously relied on risky river…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced a comprehensive security and economic framework aimed at harnessing Nigeria’s vast marine and aquatic resources under the blue economy, identifying it as a critical sector for national transformation. The President directed all relevant ministries, departments, and agencies to immediately review and implement recommendations from the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) comprehensive study on blue economy development. Speaking during a Presidential Parley with participants of Senior Executive Course 47 of NIPSS at the Presidential Villa, President Tinubu represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasized the administration’s commitment to turning Nigeria’s maritime potential…
The Police Service Commission (PSC), in partnership with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has announced the recruitment of 50,000 police constables following a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The initiative is part of efforts to strengthen community policing, boost internal security, and expand the manpower of the Nigeria Police Force. According to the PSC, applications for the recruitment exercise will be submitted online only through the official portal: [www.npfapplication.psc.gov.ng](http://www.npfapplication.psc.gov.ng), starting Monday, 15 December 2025 and closing Sunday, 25 January 2026. General Duty Cadre: Must possess GCE Ordinary Level, SSCE/NECO, or equivalents with at least five (5) credits, including English…
The National Coordinator of the Junior Engineers, Technicians, and Scientists (JETS) Program, Mrs. Mabe Christiana, has paid a sensitization visit to the Kano State Ministry of Education as part of ongoing engagements with key stakeholders across the state. During the visit, Christiana said the purpose was to formally notify the ministry of the upcoming Stakeholders Engagement Meeting slated for January 2026 in Kano and to strengthen collaboration toward advancing science and technology education among young learners. She highlighted the vital role of the JETS program in nurturing creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills among students, noting that the initiative prepares future…
Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai In a desperate attempt to give the present administration a soft landing, some sponsored blackmailers have once again resorted to throwing baseless claims against the personality of Malam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai. Unfortunately, Madam Sa’adiyyah Adebisi Hassan has chosen to ignore present realities, but the facts remain visible to anyone willing to see. You can argue, you can attack, but the truth stands as a clear testament. I have taken time to examine these mischievous allegations, and they are uncalled for. Let us compare them with the record of El-Rufai himself. It should be noted that El-Rufai has…
The Kano State Commissioner for Project Monitoring, Comrade Nura Ma’aji Sumaila, has inspected the ongoing general renovation works at the Kano State Liaison Office in Lagos. Once a befitting and strategically located structure in Victoria Island, the facility had long served as a key administrative and diplomatic asset for Kano State. National Assembly Backs Galaxy Backbone as Strategic Digital Asset However, it deteriorated significantly after it was sold by the immediate past administration, resulting in the loss of its former prestige and functionality. The ongoing renovation seeks to restore the building’s value, ensure optimal functionality, and reaffirm Kano State’s presence…
As part of activities marking World Human Rights Day, the Kano State Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening humanitarian interventions and enhancing social protection for vulnerable groups across the state. Speaking at the World Human Rights Day Celebration and Award Presentation organized by the Center for Human Rights, the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Adamu Aliyu Kibiya, said the government is intensifying efforts to provide effective disaster management and equitable distribution of relief materials to safeguard vulnerable communities. V-PeSDI, Partners Empower 100 PWDs, Vulnerable Women in Kano Represented by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru,…
The African Health Budget Network (AHBN) has paid an advocacy visit to the Executive Secretary of the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KASCHMA), Dr. Rahila Mukhtar, to push for the integration of family planning commodities into the agency’s healthcare benefits package. The AHBN team was led by Aqibu Hamisu, Advocacy and Accountability Specialist, alongside Sulaiman Umar Jalo, Knowledge Management Officer, and Muhammad Rabiu, Logistics Officer. During the meeting, the delegation emphasized the need for KASCHMA to expand its current family planning services—presently limited to counseling and testing to include essential commodities that will strengthen reproductive health access for women…