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President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of chief executive officers for the National Universities Commission (NUC), the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), the Solid Minerals Development Fund/Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (SMDF/PAGMI) and the New Partnership for Africa Development (NEPAD). President Tinubu appointed Prof. Abdullahi Yusuf Ribadu, a visiting professor at the NUC, as the organisation’s Executive Secretary. Prof. Ribadu is an expert in veterinary reproduction and has served as vice chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Yola, and the Sule Lamido University, Jigawa State. President Tinubu appointed Prof. Salisu Shehu as Executive Secretary of the…

The Kano State Government wishes to express its profound dismay and deep concern over the reported blockade of the entrance to the Kofar Kudu palace of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II by heavily armed security operatives. In a statement signed by the commissioner of information Halilu Baba Dantiye a d made available to newsmen in Kano. The statement explained the incident as an unfortunate development has raised tensions and caused distress among the residents of Kano and the surrounding communities. Dantiye stressed that, the Government is committed to maintaining peace, stability, and the rule of law across the…

Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II has urged Kano residents to remain peaceful and avoid violence, despite the recent sealing of his palace by armed security personnel. In his Friday sermon at the Emirates Jummaat Mosque, he warned against falling into the traps of those who seek to create chaos and destruction in Kano. The Emir emphasized the importance of patience and peaceful coexistence, even in the face of provocation. He reminded his audience that Islam teaches the value of patience and that it is a key factor in achieving greatness. He also expressed his confidence that, with patience, he will emerge…

Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has insisted that the Old Port Harcourt Refinery is up and running, with loading operations in full swing. The Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr Mele Kyari, gave the confirmation at the commissioning of the NUPENG Towers in Lagos on Wednesday. In a goodwill message at the event, Kyari extended invitation to human rights activist and lawyer, Mr Femi Falana, and all those in doubt, to join the NNPC Ltd on a tour of the refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna to verify their status. He also shed light on the controversy around…

The U.S. State Department’s Global Methane Program Manager, Robert Leahman, and the Deloitte team met with NNPC Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, at the NNPC Towers to advance collaboration on several methane abatement initiatives aimed at reducing emissions in Nigeria’s energy sector. In partnership with U.S. organizations such as Deloitte and the Bureau of Energy Resources, NNPC Ltd. Has launched a methane abatement pilot project in the Niger Delta. This project focuses on establishing emissions baselines, reducing methane leaks, and scaling sustainable practices across operations. These efforts align with Nigeria’s ambitious targets to reduce methane emissions in the oil…

PETROAN Honours NNPC Limited Mele Kyari GCEO with Award for Exceptional Productivity Prince Dr. Billy Gillis-Harry, the National President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), presenting the award to the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Mele Kyari, recognising him as the Most Productive Group Chief Executive Officer of the company.

Kabiru Haruna The Ministry of Solid Minerals and Natural Resources in Kano State has recorded notable achievements, according to Commissioner Alhaji Safiyanu Hamza Kachako. The commissioner expressed satisfaction with the mutual understanding between journalists and the ministry, which has enabled them to reach their target audience effectively. The ministry has created a conducive environment to attract investors and maximize revenue for the state. This is evident in the establishment of a well-decorated showroom, showcasing Kano’s solid minerals, which are in high demand globally. Key achievements of the ministry include the creation of a Task Force to attend to security-related activities…

Armed security operatives have taken over the main Palace of the Kano Emir at Kofar Kudu in the early hours of Friday restricting people from going into and coming out of the palace. The heightened security presence comes as Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II was scheduled to accompany Alhaji Munir Sanusi, the newly-appointed Wamban Kano, to his district posting in Bichi. Bichi is one of the four emirates created during the tenure of former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, which were later dissolved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Sources also confirmed that the Bichi Emir’s Palace is under tight security, with armed policemen…

Gwamnatin jihar Kano ta yi martani ga hukumomin tsaron da suka yiwa fadar Sarkin Kano ƙawanya. ” Mun wayi gari a Kano da wani abun mamaki, yadda Jami’ian tsaro suka mamaye gidan Sarkin Kano, ba tare da cewa akwia wata fargaba ta rashin zaman lafiya ko wani abu ba”. A wata hira da Freedom Radio ta yi da sakataren Gwamnatin jihar Kano Dr. Abdullahi Baffa Bichi ya ce, mamaye gidan Sarkin yunkuri ne kawai na kawo rashin zaman lafiya Yace da suka tambaye jami’an tsaro dalilin jibge jami’an tsaro a gidan Sarkin sai suka ce musu wai umarni aka ba…

The Kano state government, in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has distributed relief items to 160 households affected by the flood disaster In the state. These relief items were generously donated by the Federal Government and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to support the victims of the 2024 flood disaster. Governor Abba Kabir-Yusuf, represented by the chief of staff Government House Kano, Alhaji Wada Sagagi, commended the gesture and assured that the government would continue to assist victims of floods and natural disasters in the state. He assured that the government would continued to assist victims of…

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Person (NAPTIP) has empowered 15 survivors of Sexual Abuse and Gender Based Violence (SBGV) in Kano State. The Kano Zonal Commander of the agency, Abdullahi Babale, disclosed this during a One-Day Capacity Building Workshop for First Respondents of SGBV held in Kano. The workshop was organised by NAPTIP in collaboration with Georgetown Global Health Nigeria(GGHN), and ACE2-Society for Family Health (SFH- ICHSSA3). Babale explained that the empowerment items presented to the survivors to mark the 16 days of Activism were approved by the Director-General of NAPTIP, Hajiya Binta…

Kabiru Haruna Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of Kano students pursuing education in India. In a press release issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf outlined efforts to bolster bilateral relations and support the academic and personal well-being of Kano indigenes in India. During a recent visit to the Nigerian Embassy in New Delhi, the governor engaged embassy officials in discussions centered on enhancing the safety, welfare, and academic achievements of Kano students. He underscored the pivotal role of these students in driving Kano’s socio-economic development upon their…

In a groundbreaking move, prominent traditional and religious leaders in Senegal have joined forces to eradicate gender-based violence, promoting a safer and more equitable society for women and girls. The forum, organized by the Africa Media Network for Health & Environment Promotion (REMAPSEN), brought together esteemed leaders, including Ahan Kalidji Beatrice, Queen of Oussouye, M. Moussa Ndione, Djaraaf de Bargny, and Imam Elimane Diagne, President of the network of religious and traditional chiefs of the French-speaking zone of West Africa. Ahan Kalidji Beatrice shared her inspiring story of overcoming societal norms to become a vocal advocate for girls’ education, highlighting…

The Kannywood industry has lost a shining star – El-Mu’az Muhammad Birniwa.The renowned Hausa singer collapsed while playing football in Kaduna on Wednesday and sadly passed away at the hospital. His funeral prayer is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. today at Zangon Daura mosque in Kaduna. El-Mu’az was a highly respected figure in the industry, known for his incredible contributions to Kannywood. His passing has sent shockwaves, with many personalities expressing their condolences. Ali Nuhu, Managing Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation, described him as a “brother and a talent that will be deeply missed.” Falalu Dorayi, a producer and director,…

The media has been urged to be creative, innovative and inquisitive and seek for knowledge to build themselves according to global standards. The executive director of Citizens for Development and Education CDE Ambassador Ibrahim Waiya, made the call during a one-day training for media reporters in Kano state to enhance participants professionalism and general knowledge on governance in Nigeria. Institute of Security and Strategic Studies Confers Fellowship on Amb. Waiya According to him, the world has turned into a global village hence the need for the media to research, investigate and expand their horizons through networking, knowledge and skills. He…

The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) organized a round table discussion to review four research documents on domestic work conditions, the effects of conflicts on women, post-COVID-19 challenges and the lives of women in IDP camps. The event held at Bayero University Kano, aims to promote intellectual engagement by reviewing research documents presented by academics. The session featured four speakers: Prof. Bello Ibrahim, Dr. Kabiru Sufi, Dr. Baffa Kabiru Gwadabe, and Dr. Ruqayyah Yusuf Aliyu. Each speaker provided analysis and corrections on one of the four research papers presented. The first paper examined domestic work conditions in Northwest…

A wave of jubilation swept through Gboko, Benue State, on Wednesday as Dangote Cement Plc and six host communities signed an historic Community Development Agreement (CDA). The landmark accord, which commits Dangote Cement to multimillion-naira development initiatives, was celebrated as a transformative milestone, with the communities pledging to uphold a peaceful coexistence. His Royal Highness, Ter Gboko, Gabriel Shosum, hailed the pact as the dawn of a new era, affirming that the communities’ longstanding aspirations had been realized. The monarch extended gratitude to Alhaji Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, for his commitment to addressing the needs of the…

In commemoration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) 2024, the Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN), has trained 300 students of special education center Bauchi and equipped their skills acquisition center with modern working equipment and tools. The 300 students of the special education center were trained on various vocational skills as part WOFAN’s life changing strategies for PWDs. This initiative under the WOFAN ICON-2 project, is carried out in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation. It aligns with the Foundation’s We Can Work program, aimed at supporting 1 million persons with disabilities (PWDs) across seven African nations including…

The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, has expressed his committed partnership with the Media Trust Group to develop advanced communication strategies. In a statement released on Wednesday, spokesperson Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai emphasized the critical role of media in society, acknowledging its substantial contributions to information dissemination. Kano Police Command Hosts House Committee on Police Affairs He specifically recognized the socio-economic impact of the Daily Trust Newspaper in Northern Nigeria and across the country. Falgore encouraged the publication to continue its mission of informing and educating the public through unbiased reporting and innovative…

The Kano State House of Assembly has taken a significant step towards regulating the sale of cooking gas within Kano metropolis. They’ve commenced the process to repeal the State Fire Service Directorate Edict No 17 of 1970, aiming to insert a new section that addresses the indiscriminate and rampant sale of cooking gas in residential areas. Key Findings and Recommendations revealed that the Kano State Fire Service Directorate reported 475 illegal cooking gas premises in the state. The Nigerian Mainstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NRDPRA) revealed 234 unlicensed natural gas retailers operating in Kano. The committee recommends designating permanent…