Nigeria’s electricity grid suffered a collapse on Wednesday, marking the first such incident of the year. Data from the Independent System Operator (ISO) indicated that power generation plunged from 2,917.83 megawatts (MW) to just 1.5 MW between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. Confirming the incident in a post on Twitter, the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) announced a loss of supply from the grid. “Please be informed that the power outage currently being experienced is due to a loss of supply from the national grid at 11:23 am today, affecting electricity supply across our franchise areas,” AEDC said. “Rest assured,…
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A wave of determination swept through the Liberian capital on Wednesday as more than 300 young people gathered to declare their rejection of drugs during an anti-drug awareness campaign. The event was marked by a moving testimony from a young man who had overcome addiction. His story of struggle and survival drew tears and applause, as he urged Liberian youth to resist the “poison” of narcotics and to embrace healthier, more purposeful lives. Participants, drawn from different parts of Monrovia, engaged in an interactive session with a parliamentary delegation. They condemned drug cartels and highlighted the devastating effects of narcotics…
Sani Haruna The Kebbi State Police Command has recorded tremendous achievements in its ongoing onslaught against banditry, kidnapping and other heinous crimes in the state. The Command Public relations officer CSP Nafi’u Abubakar disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi the state capital. He pointed out that the Divisional Police Headquarters, Suru, while on routine patrol, arrested one Basiru Abdullahi of Suru district, Suru LGA of Kebbi State in possession of two cattle reasonably suspected to be rustled. When interrogated, he confessed to having conspired with Garba Chairman Datti of Suru, Ja’e Ango and two others…
Bayero University Kano (BUK) has reiterated its commitment to advancing reforms in public finance and governance to drive sustainable development in Nigeria and across Africa. The Vice Chancellor, Professor Haruna Musa, made the pledge during the first International Conference on Public Administration, organized by the Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences. BUK’s Public Administration Dept to Host Maiden Int’l Conference Represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor Research and Development, Professor Amina Mustapha, the VC pointed out that BUK has spearheaded academic engagements that align with the yearnings and aspirations of citizens according to global standards. He…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in partnership with the Kano State Government, Canada, and IHS, has inaugurated a solar-powered oxygen plant at Muhammadu Buhari Specialist Hospital in Nasarawa LGA. Speaking at the event, the Vice President IHS Nigeria,Mr. Dapo Otunla, explained that the facility formed part of a nationwide project to strengthen oxygen supply across hospitals. He pointed out that the plant, fitted with an advanced pressure swing absorption system, would provide life-saving interventions for newborns and children with respiratory illnesses. £19m UK-UNICEF CRIBS Initiative Delivers Climate-Resilient Facilities in Kano “The programme has enabled the installation of nine oxygen…
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has expressed appreciation to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its role in helping Nigeria meet the federal government’s 2025 revenue target. Executive Chairman of FIRS, Mr. Zacch Adedeji, conveyed the gratitude when he led his management team on a courtesy visit to the EFCC’s corporate headquarters in Abuja. He noted that the milestone, which earned presidential commendation last week, was achieved through collaborative efforts with partner agencies such as the EFCC. “If you listened to Mr. President last week, we were being praised to high heavens for meeting our revenue target.…
The United Kingdom government, through its Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), in partnership with UNICEF, has committed £19 million to strengthen climate-resilient education and health infrastructure in Nigeria. FCDO, UNICEF Hand Over Climate-Resilient Projects to Jigawa Under the Climate Resilient Infrastructure for Basic Services (CRIBS) programme, Kano State benefitted from the upgrading of 55 schools and health facilities, including the renovation of 28 schools and 27 primary health centres (PHCs) in collaboration with the state government. At the inauguration of Wangara Primary School in Gezawa Local Government Area, UNICEF Nigeria Representative, Wafaa Saeed, said the upgrades incorporated practical climate-smart…
The Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA) has held a formal Tender Bid Opening reinforcing its commitment to transparency, accountability, and fair procurement practices in the state’s pharmaceutical supply chain. The event, marked a critical stage in the procurement process for the supply of drugs and other health commodities for the 2026 fiscal year. AHBN, SAMASHA Visits KASCHMA DMCSA On Women’s Health Representatives from bidding companies, civil society groups, and key government stakeholders attended to witness the transparent opening of bids. In his remarks, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, represented by the Permanent Secretary,…
Sani Haruna The new Area Controller of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kebbi Area Command, Mr. Mahmud Matawalle-Ibrahim, has assumed duty with a pledge to strengthen anti-smuggling operations, boost revenue generation, and enhance border control. Speaking during the official handover ceremony in Birnin Kebbi, Matawalle-Ibrahim expressed gratitude to the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adeniyi, for the confidence reposed in him to lead the command. He also commended his predecessor, Comptroller Chukwumeziri Nwokorie, for laying a solid foundation, assuring that he would consolidate on the achievements recorded while striving for greater success. Nigeria Customs Rolls Out Excise Register System in…
Sani Haruna In its sustained efforts to ensure zero tolerance for child abuse, exploitation and all forms of gender-based violence in the state, the Kebbi State Police Command has succeeded in arresting two suspects for molesting minors. The Commissioner of Police, Kebbi State Command, CP Bello M Sani, disclosed this to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. On the 27th August, 2025, one Vina Shehu aged 10 years of Bedi, Zuru local government area of Kebbi State, was sent on errand by her mother. While on her way, one Amos Jondo Maliki of the same address lured her…