Sani Haruna Governor Dr. Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) programme through its domesticated version, KAURA CARES, to ensure the state remains among the nation’s top performers. The governor gave the assurance at the North-West Zonal Stakeholders’ Consultative Meeting held in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. Idris noted that NG-CARES, initially designed to cushion the socio-economic impact of COVID-19, continues to address lingering challenges faced by Nigerians despite the pandemic being over. He praised the programme’s achievements, citing the decision of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum…
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The maiden edition of the Nigeria-Canada Trade & Investment Summit and Awards (NICATISA) has officially opened at the Homewood Suites & Hampton by Hilton, Toronto Airport, drawing nearly 300 delegates from government, the private sector, and civil society. Organized under the patronage of the Nigeria-Canada Parliamentary Friendship Group and the House Committee on Nigeria-Canada Parliamentary Relations, the two-day summit is poised to chart a new path of economic cooperation anchored on Nigeria’s Renewed Hope reforms and Canada’s shared vision for sustainable prosperity. Nigeria’s Climate Transition to Drive Jobs, Boost Economy-NCCCS Delivering the keynote address, Ambassador Nura Abba Rimi, Permanent Secretary…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended Nigeria’s capital market’s remarkable growth since he assumed office over two years ago. He noted the phenomenal rise in market capitalisation and increased trading activity, which have broadened investment opportunities for Nigerians and international investors. CREDICORP Kicks Off Cultural Reorientation with Market Activation in Kano President Tinubu spoke during his state visit to Brazil, when he received the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Board of Directors of the Nigerian Exchange Group Plc. He described the market’s performance as a clear reflection of investor confidence in his administration’s reforms and…
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, has reaffirmed Africa’s commitment to building stronger ties with Japan during the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), held in Yokohama. Delivering a keynote at the opening ceremony, Youssouf highlighted TICAD’s role as a cornerstone of Africa–Japan cooperation and called for bold, innovative partnerships aligned with the African Union’s Agenda 2063. He described the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as a “catalyst of energy, opportunity, and investment,” urging for greater private sector involvement, digital transformation, and infrastructure expansion. On the sidelines, the AU Chairperson held high-level…
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received a high-level delegation from the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), led by H.E. Francia Elena Márquez Mina, Vice President of the Republic of Colombia. The Colombian delegation included Felipe Quintero Suarez, Vice Minister for Foreign Trade; Yeison Arcadio Meneses Copete, Ambassador of Colombia to Ethiopia; as well as representatives from government agencies and programmes. Discussions focused on strengthening AU-CELAC cooperation, with particular emphasis on trade, investment, cultural exchanges, and multilateral collaboration. The Chairperson highlighted the African Union’s deepening partnership with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), noting…
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received Amb. Liberata Mulamula, the AU Special Envoy on Women, Peace and Security (WPS). Their discussions focused on the strategic direction of the Special Envoy’s mandate. The Chairperson emphasized the importance of aligning her work with continental frameworks such as Agenda 2063 and the AU Peace and Security Architecture (APSA), as well as global standards including UN Security Council Resolution 1325. Nigeria Takes Bold Step Towards Eradicating Violence Against Children The Chairperson underscored the necessity of placing women’s leadership and protection at the heart of the AU’s interventions in…
Ismail Yahaya For weeks, the name of Abdullahi Ibrahim Rogo, the Director General of Protocol to the Kano State Government, has been dragged into public debate over alleged financial mismanagement said to involve billions of naira. Headlines and whispers painted him as the face of a scandal, with claims that N6.5 billion and another N1 billion were directly tied to his office. In the court of public opinion, rumours ran faster than facts. RE: Kano State At A Crossroads: Setting The Records Straight On Baseless Allegations Yet, recent revelations have begun to place matters in proper perspective—painting not a picture…
The Kano State government KNSG has threatened to arrest and prosecute any nutrition health worker found diverting, stealing, or selling Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) and Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF), which are meant to be distributed free across the state. The state commissioner for health Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf issued the warning at the project closeout ceremony of the Accelerating the Scale of Maternal, Infant, and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) intervention in Kano, managed by FHI360’s Alive and Thrive program. UNICEF Urges Kano to Extend Maternity Leave, Invest More in MNCH According to him, the state government has invested ₦1 billion…
The Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Professor Haruna Musa, has inaugurated the Board of Directors of a newly established company by the Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA). Speaking during the inauguration ceremony Professor Musa commended the CDA for carefully selecting seasoned technocrats and professionals of high repute to serve on the Board. He described the appointments as a reflection of the University’s enduring values of excellence, inclusivity, and service delivery. The VC further applauded the Centre’s commitment to gender balance, with special recognition for Hajiya Karima Babangida, whose remarkable contributions and dedication have brought honor to the CDA. In…
Yakubu Abubakar Gwagwarwa The Radio Nigeria Pyramid FM Kano has pledged to work closely with the Nigeria Police Force to enhance security and community awareness across the state. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, the new General Manager of Pyramid FM, Dr. Garba Ubale Danbatta, announced plans for a weekly one-hour program dedicated to security matters. Kano CSOs Urge Peaceful Eid Celebrations, Commend Security Agencies The program, he said, will provide the police with a platform to highlight their efforts in combating crime and to educate residents on how to…