Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth $500 million with the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) to accelerate the development of the state’s solid minerals sector and promote industrial growth. The agreements were signed during a meeting between the governor and the President and Chief Executive Officer of AFC, Mr. Samaila Zubairu. Governor Uba Sani said the partnership would support the development of strategic mining sites across Kaduna State and advance the Gidan Waya project to the commercial production stage. He described the recent discovery of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) and other strategic mineral…
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A barber identified simply as Hafiz was shot dead inside his barbing salon at Church Gate along the Badagry Expressway in Lagos State by yet-to-be-identified gunmen. PUNCH Metro learnt that the incident occurred on Tuesday, July 21. It was gathered that three armed men reportedly stormed the salon shortly after the victim had finished attending to a customer. A source familiar with the incident who craved anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the incident told our correspondent that the attackers opened fire on Hafiz before fleeing the scene. “Hafiz had just finished attending to a customer when three gunmen…
Save the Child Initiative (STCI) has participated in a community engagement and awareness campaign aimed at preventing trafficking in persons (TIP) and the smuggling of migrants (SOM) in border communities across Sokoto State. The three-day campaign,was organised by the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in partnership with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and the Network Against Child Trafficking, Abuse and Labour (NACTAL), with support from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The engagement brought together key stakeholders, including the National Agency for the…
The Niger State Primary Health Care Development Agency (NSPHCDA) has launched a monthly environmental sanitation exercise to promote cleanliness, accountability and a healthy working environment at its headquarters. The initiative, tagged “Operation Keep Primary Health Care Headquarters Clean,” is part of the Agency’s commitment to supporting the New Niger Agenda of Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, which focuses on accountability, good governance, organisational excellence and the “Business Unusual” approach to public service. Speaking during the inaugural exercise, the Executive Director of the Agency, Dr. Junaidu Inuwa, said the sanitation programme would be held on the last Saturday of every month and…
The Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Programme in Kano State has conducted a capacity-building programme on tree establishment, management and planting as part of efforts to promote climate-smart agriculture and environmental sustainability. The training, brought together key stakeholders to strengthen their knowledge and practical skills in sustainable tree establishment, management and the application of nature-based solutions to address climate change. The programme focused on equipping participants with practical skills in tree planting techniques, nursery establishment and management, post-planting care, species selection and sustainable land restoration practices. Participants were also trained on integrating trees into agricultural landscapes to improve soil fertility,…
Tailoring has remained one of the oldest and most respected trades in Kano State, serving as both a cultural heritage and a major source of livelihood for thousands of people. From the popular Kantin Kwari and Sabon Gari to neighbourhood tailoring shops across the metropolis, the industry continues to thrive despite economic challenges and changing fashion trends. For decades, Kano has been recognised as a centre for textile trading and garment production in northern Nigeria. Kebbi Trains Thousands in Tailoring, ICT, Solar Installation The state’s rich history in textile manufacturing and traditional embroidery has created a vibrant tailoring industry that…
Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, ANIPR, CLN (Danmalikin Shanono) is a Nigerian journalist, media executive, public relations practitioner, publisher, and development communication specialist from Kano State, Nigeria. He is widely known for his contributions to journalism, strategic communication, media management, and public affairs. He is the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer and Editor-in-Chief of Prime Time News, a Kano-based digital newspaper that focuses on governance, development, politics, business, and public affairs. He also served as the Kano Correspondent of THISDAY Newspaper, with his reports syndicated and referenced by several international media organisations. In public service, Shuaibu served as the Press Secretary to the Deputy…
The Kano State Executive Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf’s 2027 Campaign Blueprint Committee has commenced work on developing a comprehensive policy document to guide the administration’s proposed second-term agenda from 2027 to 2031. The committee held its maiden meeting on Saturday, July 25, 2026, under the chairmanship of Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba, where members resolved to review the implementation of the 2023 development blueprint, “My Commitment for Kano,”and produce a new policy framework known as Blueprint 2.0. CHR Congratulates Dr. Magashi on Appointment as Chairman Kano 2027 Blueprint Committee The committee comprises experienced administrators, heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies…
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for what he described as courageous, resilient and accountable leadership in driving development across Kano State. In a statement issued by the Speaker’s Chief Press Secretary, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, Falgore said Governor Yusuf’s leadership style is humble, people-centred and focused on accountability and effective service delivery. The Speaker highlighted the administration’s achievements in key sectors, including healthcare, education, youth and women empowerment, water supply and agriculture, noting that the projects are making a positive impact on communities across the state.…
Barcelona stars Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí have joined the list of the 20 youngest players to win the FIFA World Cup after helping Spain clinch their second-ever world title at the recently concluded tournament in North America. In the updated ranking released by FIFA following the completion of the tournament, Yamal, who featured in all of Spain’s eight matches, leaped to fourth on the all-time list, winning the World Cup at age 19 years and six days. ‘My Mom Was 16, My Dad Worked the Streets’‐Yamal Reveals Inspiring Journey Cubarsí, named the Best Young Player of the Tournament as…
Spain and Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal has reflected on his family’s difficult beginnings, saying the hardships his parents endured have shaped the way he views the pressures of professional football. Speaking about his upbringing, Yamal said his mother was just 16 when she gave birth to him, while his father took on physically demanding work to provide for the family. Compared with their sacrifices, the 19-year-old said, playing football is a privilege rather than a burden. Teenage Sensations Yamal, Cubarsí Make World Cup Records “My mom had me when she was 16. My father had to pick things up off…
The Africa Centre of Excellence for Population Health and Policy (ACEPHAP), through the Kano State Surveillance for Evidence and Policy (KASSEP) initiative, has partnered with the National Population Commission (NPC), Kano State Office, to strengthen electronic birth registration and maternal mortality surveillance through a four-day capacity-building training. The training, held in Kano, was designed to prepare supervisors for the pilot implementation of electronic Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (e-CRVS) and the KASSEP dashboard across 10 selected local government areas in the state. NPC Unveils VitalReg Platform for Digital Birth, Death Registration Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Director of ACEPHAP,…
World football governing body FIFA has officially confirmed the records set by players during the recently concluded 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States of America, Canada and Mexico. Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, Michael Olise, Rodri, Cristiano Ronaldo and Eloy Room were among the players who broke FIFA World Cup records, some which had lasted for years. Messi’s World Cup Farewell Ends in Heartbreak Below is full list released by FIFA Lionel Messi The 39-year-old was definitely one of the standout players of the World Cup as Argentina reached the final of the tournament…
Kwamitin Musamman na Gwamnatin Jihar Kano kan Gine-ginen da ba a yi bisa ka’ida ba ya umarci a gaggauta cire wata katafariyar kofa da aka gina a kan hanyar jama’a a unguwar Rimin Auzinawa, Tudun Yola C, da ke Karamar Hukumar Ungogo. Shugaban kwamitin, Dakta Dalhatu Aliyu Sani, ya bayar da umarnin ne yayin da ya kai ziyarar tantancewa yankin bayan korafe-korafen da mazauna suka gabatar kan lamarin. Gwamnan Jihar Kano Ya Rushe Ma’aikatar Ilimi Mai Zurfi Dakta Sani, wanda kuma shi ne Darakta Janar na Hukumar Tsara Taswirar Filaye ta Jihar Kano (KANGIS), ya ce binciken ya biyo bayan…
Kano State’s education reforms have received international recognition at the Parliament of the United Kingdom, where education experts and policymakers commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s commitment to improving literacy through sustained investment and evidence-based policies. A statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, said the recognition came during the International Parliamentary Forum on Reading Revolution held at the House of Lords, Westminster, London. Kano Assembly Pledges Stronger Oversight to Improve Education The forum, supported by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Nigeria and chaired by Lord Alton of Liverpool, brought together parliamentarians, education leaders, researchers and policymakers from…
The Industrial Training Fund (ITF), the National Universities Commission (NUC), the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE), and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration to improve the implementation of the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) nationwide. The renewed partnership is aimed at bridging the gap between classroom learning and industry practice by providing students with quality workplace exposure that builds practical skills, technical competence, professional ethics, innovation and entrepreneurial capacity. Kano Assembly Pledges Stronger Oversight to Improve Education The institutions also agreed to deepen collaboration in key areas, including the…
President Donald Trump wants FIFA President Gianni Infantino to become the next United Nations Secretary-General following the success of this summer’s World Cup, according to a report. With Portugal’s Antonio Guterres due to step down from the role in December, Trump believes Infantino “is respected by everyone around the world, and recognizes he has a special ability to bring people together,” a White House insider told The New York Post. Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé Make History as FIFA Confirms New Records Infantino, 56, a Swiss lawyer by background, has already said he intends to run for a third term as FIFA…
It has been 35 years since Ben Needham went missing, aged just 21 months old, and his family are still desperately waiting for answers. Ben disappeared on the Greek island of Kos, where his maternal grandparents had a home in the village of Iraklis, near Kos town. Two Missing After Suspected Drowning in Kaduna River On 24 July 1991, Ben had been left in the care of his grandparents, Eddie and Christine Needham, while his mum, Kerry, went to work at a local hotel. Ben had been coming in and out of a farmhouse the family were renovating when, at…
Sani Maiwaya Nigerian content creator Mutari Hamidu, better known by his professional name MK Tecnic, is reshaping his digital brand by introducing educational and value-driven videos aimed at inspiring positive behavioural change among online audiences. The creator, who built a strong following through comedy and lifestyle content, has recently expanded his creative focus to include videos that encourage discipline, integrity, respect, empathy, and personal development. NITDA Engages SEC 48 Participants on Creativity, Digital Content Speaking about the transition, MK Tecnic said the increasing influence of social media inspired him to create content that delivers lasting value beyond entertainment. “As content…
The Oyo State House of Assembly on Thursday approved Governor Seyi Makinde’s request to proceed on his annual leave, with the Deputy Governor, Adebayo Lawal, set to oversee the affairs of the state during the period. According to the letter, Makinde’s leave will begin on August 10 and end on September 11, 2026, while he is expected to resume official duties on September 14, 2026. Oyo to Deploy Surveillance Aircraft as Crackdown on Criminals Intensifies The approval followed the consideration of a letter from the governor during plenary, in compliance with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution, which requires a…