Sani Haruna Alhaji Sanusi Mikail Sami has been officially confirmed as the new Emir of Zuru, succeeding the late Emir, retired Major General Muhammad Sani Sami (Gomo II). He is now recognized as Sami Gomo III. The announcement was made at the Zuru Emir’s Palace by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Abubakar Garba Dutsin-Mari, who also presented the letter of appointment signed by Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State. VP Shettima, Top Dignitaries Attend Funeral of Zuru Emir While presenting the letter, the Commissioner explained that the appointment followed the submission of three nominees by the…
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Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to sustain the momentum of infrastructural development and good governance across the state. He gave the assurance in Birnin Kebbi when leaders of the Zabarmawa Development Association (ZADA) paid him a courtesy visit. Cash Transfers, Agric Drive Kebbi’s NG-CARES Success-Gov Idris Governor Idris, who described his election as divinely ordained, recalled that he had initially planned to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives but later joined the governorship race under the All Progressives Congress (APC), where he emerged victorious. “Democracy is about delivering tangible dividends to…
Lamara Garba In every city, there are monuments not made of marble or steel but of hope and memory. In Kano, one such monument is set to rise at the heart of Bayero University, where dreams have long chased the ball across dusty fields. Senator Barau Jibrin’s Scholarship Initiative Ignites Hope for Kano’s Youth Penultimate week, the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has unveiled a vision that could transform the BUK stadium into more than a sporting arena, but into a home for dreams, a cradle of champions, and a beacon for the restless energy of…
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffery Nnaji, has said the Ministry, through the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), is poised to provide every Nigerian with clean, reliable and affordable energy while ensuring Innovation, Industrial growth, job creation and environmental stewardship. Air conditioner: ECN, SON, UNEP partner to train Stakeholders on Energy Standards He made the statement on the occasion of establishing the National Committee on Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Innovation and Certification (NCREEIC) domicile in the Energy Commission of Nigeria and signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with High Voltage 101 Limited today, in Abuja. According…
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) agenda of enhancing women’s participation in sports governance. In line with this objective, the NSC is pleased to announce the formal recognition of the Association of Former Female Athletes of Nigeria (AFFAN) as a stakeholder in the governance structure of National Sports Federations (NSF). NSC Urges States to Adopt Comparative Sports Strengths This strategic milestone reflects Nigeria’s resolve to align with international standards while promoting gender inclusiveness in sports administration. NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, and Director General, Mr Bukola Olopade, have consistently championed inclusiveness…
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, congratulates the Kingdom of Morocco on winning the African Nations Championship in Nairobi, hailing it as “a proud moment for Morocco and for African football.” He praised the tournament for showcasing Africa’s unity and talent, and applauded all participating teams for their passion and resilience. He also commended Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda for their joint hosting, calling it a model of regional partnership. Mr. Youssouf paid tribute to Sudan for reaching the semi-finals despite the country’s challenges, describing the team’s performance as “a beacon of hope.” Reaffirming the AU’s support,…
The Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR) warmly commends Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance; the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF); and their partners for the successful handover of 28 solar-powered Primary Health Care (PHC) centres to the Kano State Government on Monday, 11th August 2025. This remarkable intervention, implemented under the CDS3 Health System Strengthening programme, is targeted at zero-dose Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Nigeria where many children remain unvaccinated. CHR Calls For Stronger Action Against Substance Abuse In Nigeria For us at CHR, this is particularly noteworthy because it makes a direct contribution toward reducing the persistent problem…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in improving access to safe water and sanitation across Nigeria. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, gave the assurance while receiving the new UNICEF Country Representative, Ms. Wafaa Saeed, during a courtesy visit to his office in Abuja. Prof. Utsev commended UNICEF for its long-standing support to Nigeria’s water and sanitation sector, noting that the partnership aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He pledged continuous cooperation with the agency, particularly in advancing the Water,…
In a decisive step towards transforming the Nigerian Civil Service, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has inaugurated the Steering and Project Implementation Committees for the Service-wide Personnel Audit and Skills Gap Analysis. The exercise approved to align with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, seeks to build a modern, efficient, and fit-for-purpose Civil Service by determining the true size, structure, and skills composition of the workforce, while identifying the competencies required for future service excellence. In her keynote address, Mrs. Walson-Jack stressed that “the machinery of governance…
Premium Times reports that operators, in detailed statements given to EFCC and ICPC, described how they moved huge sums of public funds at Mr Rogo’s request. Some bureau de change operators have implicated Abdullahi Rogo, Director-General of Protocol to the Kano State Governor, in a multi-billion-naira corruption scandal now under investigation by Nigeria’s anti-graft agencies: the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Truth at Last: How Facts and Law Cleared Kano’s DG of Protocol of Fraud Allegations The operators, in detailed statements given to EFCC and ICPC, described how…