Nigerians have been urged to take full advantage of the opportunities provided under the United Kingdom’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), which offers zero or reduced tariffs on thousands of Nigerian products. This move is designed to boost exports and enhance the country’s global competitiveness. The Country Director of Propcom+, Dr Adiya Ode, made the call during a one-day roadshow in Kano, aimed at enlightening exporters and other stakeholders on the ease of trading with the UK. Dr. Ode highlighted the vast agricultural potential of Northern Nigeria, noting that the region produces a wide variety of crops that are not…
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Yusuf Turaki Muhamamad was born on November 25, 1973, in Kano City, at Kankarofi, Yakasai. He was raised with strong family and moral values by his father, Alhaji Turaki Muhammadu and his mother, Hajiya Sabuwa Alu Gaya. At an early age, he moved to Garko to live under the care of his granduncle, Alhaji AbdulQaadir Gaya (Danbaffa), who provided him with excellent guidance and upbringing throughout his formative years. Turaki began his education with Qur’anic studies, as was customary, before enrolling in formal school. Then, attended Garko Central Primary School for six years, followed by Government Secondary School, Garko (JSS)…
Rundunar ‘Yan Sandan Jihar Bauchi ta samu nasarar ceto yara biyu da aka sace a yankin Tilden Fulani, Ƙaramar Hukumar Toro, tare da kama wanda ake zargi da aikata laifin — wanda daga baya aka gano cewa ‘dan uwan mahaifin yaran ne. Rahotanni sun bayyana cewa lamarin ya faru ne da misalin ƙarfe 12 na rana a ranar Alhamis, 23 ga Oktoba, 2025, lokacin da wani mai suna Aliyu Hamisu ya kai rahoto ofishin ‘yan sanda na Tilden Fulani cewa ‘ya’yansa biyu Halima Hamisu mai shekaru 12 da Mohammed Aliyu Hamisu mai shekaru 6 sun bace yayin da suke jiran…
The Gwarzo Local Government Area has earned widespread praise for its exceptional display of Hausa culture and traditional industries during the KANFEST Festival (Kalankuwa) a grand celebration of arts and heritage organized by the Kano state government to revive indigenous creativity and craftsmanship. Held at the Kano Trade Fair Complex, the three-day cultural festival featured exhibitions from all 44 Local Government Areas of the state, each highlighting local traditions, skills, and crafts that define Kano’s rich cultural identity. Gwarzo’s presentation stood out for its authentic showcase of age-old crafts such as weaving (saka buli kare), wood carving, cassava and groundnut…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening global partnerships to counter false narratives and promote a positive image of Nigeria on the world stage. Speaking at the UK Edition of the Renewed Hope Global Dialogue held in London on Saturday, with the theme “Strengthening Global Partnerships for Economic Renewal and National Rebranding under the Renewed Hope Administration,” the Minister said collaboration with international partners remains central to Nigeria’s rebranding efforts. Idris said the country is currently tackling a wave of disinformation campaigns falsely alleging state-sponsored religious attacks and discrimination, describing…
Nigeria has been selected to host the maiden meeting of the African bloc of the National Committees of the International Press Institute (IPI). Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mallam Mohammed Idris, announced this development during a high-level meeting in Vienna, Austria, with IPI Executive Board Chairman, Mr. Marton Gergely; Executive Director, Mr. Scott Griffen; and Nigeria’s representative on the IPI Executive Board, Mr. Raheem Adedoyin. FG, Chinese Firm Deepen Ties on Nigeria’s Automotive Future The decision follows IPI’s approval of the creation of regional blocs of National Committees aimed at addressing region-specific interests within the global IPI network. “Nigeria…
The Kano State Ministry of Education KMoE has dismissed reports claiming that the state government has begun the recruitment of 3,917 teachers under a purported “Kano State Government Basic Education Teachers Mapping and Recruitment Plan (2025–2028).” In a statement issued by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru, described the report as misleading and baseless, urging the public to disregard the information in its entirety. Prime College, Others Shut Down in Kano for Violating Education Regulations According to Kiru, the ministry has not made any official announcement regarding teacher recruitment, nor has it initiated any exercise under the said…
Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed “Katsina is not just developing. It is leading.” Those were the words of Vice President Kashim Shettima as he departed Katsina on Tuesday afternoon, after a two-day working visit that revealed the depth of transformation happening in the state. It was not a political statement. It was an observation one made by Nigeria’s number two citizen after witnessing firsthand what Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has built. Katsina Is Not Just Developing, It’s Leading by Ibrahim Kaula Mohd But what does it mean for a state to lead? And why did the Vice President choose that word—leading—to describe…
The Kano State Government KNSG has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to prioritizing the growth and advancement of education at all levels, as part of its long-term vision to raise learning standards and empower the younger generation for a brighter future. This was stated by the ES Kano State Private and Voluntary Schools Management Board KSPVIB, Comrade Baba Umar Abubakar, during the official opening ceremony of the Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Football Competition Cup. NSC Declares War on Corruption in Sports Elections The event featured football matches between teams from the Kano Educational Research and Development and the Private and Voluntary…
The Dr. Ambassador Umar Shu’aibu Gwarzo Foundation has launched an intensive health mobilization campaign aimed at eradicating maternal and child deaths resulting from preventable complications across communities in Kano State and beyond. Speaking at the Foundation’s headquarters during the official flag-off ceremony, the Founder and Chairman, Dr. Ambassador Umar Shu’aibu Gwarzo, said the initiative seeks to educate and empower women, families, and communities on the importance of antenatal care and safe delivery practices under medical supervision. He described the high rate of maternal and infant mortality as deeply concerning, particularly in rural areas where access to skilled healthcare remains limited.…