Sani Haruna Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has sworn in Alhaji Garba Hassan Warrah as the new Commissioner for Solid Minerals Development and Mining. The oath of office was administered by the Chief Judge of the State, Justice Umar Abubakar, presided over by Governor Nasir Idris, at the Government House, Birnin Kebbi. The Governor also inaugurated the newly established Kebbi State Mining Development Agency with Abdullahi Buhari Warrah as the Managing Director. Nigeria Ready for Responsible, Profitable Mining Investment -Alake The newly appointed commissioner, Garba Hassan Warrah replaces Alhaji Haliru Aliyu Muhammad Wasagu, who was suspended by the Governor.…
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Sani Haruna Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has flagged off the construction of access roads and drainage project at Badariya, behind Mopol Barrack in the state capital. Kick-starting the project, the governor said it was meant to provide access roads as part of democratic dividends to the people at the grassroots level. Kebbi Partners Investors for $950m Lithium and Cement Projects Nasir Idris pointed out that his administration is determined to continue to bring meaningful developmental projects to the people to foster unity among the people and also transform the living conditions of residents. Governor Idris noted that the…
Ado Salisu FENAC Secure Solutions, a leading provider of advanced home automation systems in West Africa, has entered into a strategic partnership with NICE Automation Systems, a South African-based manufacturer, to transform smart living and security solutions in Nigeria. The collaboration aims to scale up the deployment of intelligent gate and door automation technologies across homes and commercial properties in the country, offering improved safety, convenience, and energy efficiency. Arc. Dangiwa: Championing Affordable Housing Solutions in Nig. Speaking on the development, JaQues Van Niekerk, a representative of NICE Automation Systems, described the partnership with FENAC as a pivotal step in…
The Kano State House of Assembly (KNHA) has urged the state government to immediately put into use the Tailoring and Garment Training Centre located in Falgoren Daji, Doguwa Local Government Area. The call followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by the member representing Doguwa constituency, Alhaji Salisu Ibrahim Muhammad, during plenary presided over by the Speaker, Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore. Kano Assembly Suspends Rano LGA Chairman for Three Months Salisu expressed concern that equipment worth billions of naira had been abandoned at the training centre for years without being utilised. He stressed that if revived, the facility would…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reiterated its commitment to stimulating productivity, deepening financial inclusion, and ensuring monetary and price stability as part of efforts to strengthen the nation’s economy. The CBN Governor, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, made the pledge while declaring open the 2025 CBN Fair held in Kano. Represented by the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Hajiya Hakama Sidi Ali, noted that the fair was designed as a platform for direct engagement with the public on the bank’s policies for sustainable economic growth and national development. Highlighting some of the apex bank’s recent policy interventions, Hakama explained that…
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, has commended the Director General of the National Productivity Centre (NPC), Dr. Baffa Babba Dan Agundi, for his monthly provision of empowerment materials to youths across the state. Factory Attack Sparks Outrage in T/Wada as APC Fingers NNPP Leaders Abbas described the gesture as vital for youth development, noting that such interventions would go a long way in reducing unemployment and enhancing productivity. Mass Defection Rocks APC as Kano Grassroots Leaders Cross to NNPP “We are very happy with these empowerment materials such as tricycles (Adaidaita…
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has reiterated Nigeria’s determination to strengthen partnerships with fellow African nations in the pursuit of sustainable energy security across the continent. Ojulari made this known at the 7th African Petroleum Producers’ Organisation (APPO) National Oil Companies CEOs Forum, where he urged African countries to fast-track energy transition strategies and take decisive steps in safeguarding the continent’s energy future. NLNG, NNPC, and Partners Ink 20-Year Gas Supply Deals Highlighting the steady withdrawal of European investments from fossil fuel refineries—many of which are projected…
Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has announced two major investment agreements worth $950 million aimed at transforming the state’s industrial and economic landscape. Speaking while receiving the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), Kebbi State Chapter, on a courtesy visit at Government House, Birnin Kebbi, the governor revealed that his administration had signed a $350 million agreement with a Chinese company for the establishment of a Lithium Plant in Libata, expected to create over 45,000 direct and indirect jobs. ₦3.15m Stolen Farm Equipment Recovered as Kebbi Police Arrest Suspects In addition, the state has also finalised a $600 million…
The Riruwai Community in Kano State has finalised a landmark Community Development Agreement (CDA) with Century Mining Company Ltd (CMC), paving the way for multi-million naira investments in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and employment opportunities over the next five years. The agreement was concluded at the Kano State Ministry of Solid Minerals and Natural Resources, under the supervision of the Commissioner, Alhaji Hamza Safiyanu, who also signed the document. Riruwai Community Takes Major Step in Solid Minerals Exploitation Present at the signing were the Permanent Secretary, Engr. Mansur Yakubu FNSE, directors of the ministry, representatives of CMC led by Mr. Mukesh,…
Sani Haruna Kebbi State Police Command has arrested two persons for receiving stolen properties and is intensifying efforts to track down the principal suspect. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, disclosed this to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. He said one Usman Wasagu of Kawara area, Birnin Kebbi, reported at the Divisional police headquarters, Birnin Kebbi, that unknown person(s), broke his store located behind Sajo school of Nursing Science, Birnin Kebbi, and stole his seven-number power Tiller machines worth three million one hundred and fifty thousand Naira N 150,000:00. Kebbi Police Intensify Fight Against Crime, Arrest…