The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has paid a courtesy visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Salem Saeed Al Shamsi, at the UAE Embassy in Abuja. The meeting highlighted the strong and longstanding bilateral energy relations between Nigeria and the UAE, with discussions focused on expanding cooperation in upstream oil and gas investments, gas development and monetisation, crude oil trading, and infrastructure financing. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening energy partnerships anchored on mutual respect and a shared vision for sustainable, long-term collaboration in the global energy sector.…
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Nigeria has taken a significant step toward transforming its agricultural sector with the launch of the Earth Observation-based Agricultural Innovations Project, aimed at enhancing food security through space technology. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Kingsley Udeh, said the initiative represents a major shift toward harnessing space-based solutions to drive agricultural development. Represented by Dr. Muktar Yawale, the minister described the project as a game-changer capable of transforming Nigeria’s agricultural landscape. The project, spearheaded by the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed…
Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has approved the constitution of a State Government delegation and committee to oversee the 2026 Hajj exercise. This was contained in a letter issued by the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, conveying the Governor’s approval for the composition of the delegation tasked with coordinating Hajj operations for the state. According to the statement, Alhaji Ahmad Jafar Jega has been appointed as Chairman of the committee and Amirul Hajj. The delegation also comprises senior government officials, traditional title holders, and other key stakeholders drawn from across the state. The…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has emerged as one of the major winners at the 15th edition of the Nigeria Aviation (NIGAV) Awards, held in Lagos. The Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Capt. Chris Ona Najomo, received the Aviation Agency CEO of the Year Award as well as a Lifetime Achievement Award, in recognition of his contributions to aviation safety, regulatory excellence, and industry development in Nigeria. Also honoured at the event was the NCAA Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mr. Michael Achimugu, who won the Aviation Agency Director Award for his role in strengthening consumer protection…
Abbas Ibrahim The journalism community, particularly in Kano, has lost a towering figure in crime and judiciary reporting, Balarabe Nazeephy, fondly known as “Wakilin Kotu da ’Yan Sanda.” His passing marks the end of an era defined by dedication, and uncommon professionalism. For over three decades, Nazeephy stood out as a trailblazer whose reporting style set him apart. Renowned for his compelling writing, he carved a niche in court and crime reporting, earning the respect of colleagues, legal practitioners, and security agencies alike. My encounter with the late Nazeephy dates back to my early days at Radio Kano, under the…
Inside one of the offices at the imposing two-storey Kano Cancer Treatment Centre (KCTC), elderly cancer patient Salma Ahmed sits quietly on a chair, her face lit with a warm smile. For Salma, that smile represents relief, gratitude, and renewed hope after receiving free cancer treatment at the centre care that would normally cost hundreds of thousands of naira. For many Nigerians familiar with the high cost of cancer care, the financial burden from diagnosis to remission can be overwhelming. Treatment often involves repeated diagnostic tests, chemotherapy sessions, medications, and long hospital visits expenses that many families struggle to afford.…
An shiga sabon rikicin shari’a kan batun cike gurbin mataimakin gwamnan Jihar Kano, inda aka bukaci majalisar dokokin jihar Kano da ta dakatar da duk wani yunkuri na tantance Murtala Garo domin naɗa shi mukamin, har sai kotu ta yanke hukunci. A cikin wata wasika mai dauke da kwanan wata 15 ga Afrilu, 2026, wadda aka aikawa Kakakin Majalisar, Jibrin Falgore, lauyoyi daga kamfanin Suleiman Mohammed & Co. sun bayyana cewa sun shigar da kara a madadin Kuliyya Muhammad Salihu da wasu mutum biyu. Lauyoyin sun ce karar da aka shigar tana kalubalantar yunkurin tantance Murtala Garo domin nada shi…
In a significant milestone for cancer care in Northern Nigeria, the Kano Cancer Treatment Centre (KCTC) has commenced 3D brachytherapy services, marking a major advancement in the region’s healthcare delivery. The breakthrough was unveiled on Friday at the centre in Kano. Briefing journalists, the Chief Executive Officer of KCTC, Dr. Nafisa Abdul, explained that brachytherapy is a specialized form of radiation therapy. World Cancer Day: KCTC Drives Community Awareness on HPV, Cervical Cancer According to her, the treatment delivers high doses of radiation directly to cancer cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues and organs. Dr. Nafisa noted that…
The Federal Government has installed a 1-megawatt solar power system and 200 solar-powered streetlights at Bayero University, Kano (BUK), as part of efforts to enhance campus security and improve learning conditions under the Renewed Hope Agenda. The project, executed by the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), was carried out at the university’s old campus. Speaking during the commissioning, the Director-General of ECN, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, said the initial plan was to install 100 streetlights but was later increased to 200 in recognition of the university’s importance and large population. He noted that the intervention would significantly improve lighting across the…
The Vulnerable People Support and Development Initiative (V-PeSDI) has presented a Letter of Recognition to the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Public Procurement, Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Dr. Nura Iro Ma’aji, honouring him as a Champion of Vulnerable People in Kano State for his commitment to inclusive governance and engagement with Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The recognition was presented during an advocacy visit led by the Coordinator of V-PeSDI, Aftahana Dahiru Sarina, aimed at acknowledging the Commissioner’s deliberate efforts toward promoting accessibility and inclusivity in public infrastructure projects across the state. According to the group, Dr. Ma’aji has consistently demonstrated strong…