Minister of State for Regional Development , Uba Maigari Ahmadu received the Chief of Defense Staff General Christopher Musa in his office. The courtesy visit aimed to strengthen relationship between the Defence Headquarters and Ministry of Regional Development to promote national security. The Minister of State said the Ministry was willing to enter into collaboration with the Chief of Defence Staff in fighting insecurity and ensuring that peace returned to all troubled spots in the country. He expressed delight for the visit and emphasized the importance of leveraging the Military’s expertise and resources to support Regional Development initiatives, particularly in…
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The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman- Ibrahim, has expressed deep pride and excitement following the Super Falcons’ narrow but decisive 1–0 victory over Botswana in the ongoing 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Paradigm News reports that the victory secures Nigeria’s place in the quarterfinals of the continental tournament. A statement signed by the Special Adviser on Media & Publicity to the Minister hailed the Super Falcons as more than just athletes, describing them as “warrior queens in boots graceful, determined, and unshaken.” Nigeria’s U20 Girls Gear Up for World Cup with Australia friendly She congratulated the…
The Minister of Defence Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has emphasized the importance of strategic defence management as a crucial instrument for safeguarding national sovereignty, maintaining peace, and fostering socioeconomic development. Speaking at the National Defence Academy Course 33 in Abuja, Badaru commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritizing security development in Nigeria. The lecture, titled “Strategic Defence Management in Nigeria: Ministry of Defence in Perspective,” outlined the Ministry’s pivotal role in addressing the country’s evolving security challenges through institutional reforms, strategic planning, and collaborative defence mechanisms. He emphasized the complexity of Nigeria’s current security environment, characterized by the interplay of…
Ado Salisu As preparations intensify for the 3rd edition of the CAA U18/U20 African Athletics Championships in Abeokuta, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has announced a focused strategy for Team Nigeria: to compete only in events where the country has a clear competitive advantage. AFN Technical Director Gabriel Okon, speaking on Radio Nigeria’s network sports programme, emphasised that Nigeria will not enter athletes in every event, but will instead concentrate on medal-probable disciplines. “There are many events, and Nigeria has carefully selected athletes in areas where we have strength. Other countries also do it. Entering all events without clear…
Ado Salisu The National Sports Commission (NSC) has played a pivotal role in securing the participation of Team Nigeria (represented by Nigeria University Games Association – NUGA) at the 2025 FISU World University Games, set to take place in Germany from July 16 to 21. With 32 student-athletes and 10 officials making up the NUGA delegation, Nigeria will proudly compete in five sporting disciplines: athletics, badminton, table tennis, judo, and taekwondo. Speaking on the development, Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to youth and school sports. “Our support for NUGA at the…
The Kano State Executive Council, chaired by Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a comprehensive package of developmental projects and interventions valued at over ₦69 billion, targeting critical sectors including infrastructure, education, healthcare, energy, and humanitarian support. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. BUK Strengthens Reputation in Impactful Research as Dr Halilu Wins Global Education Grant During its 29th meeting,the Council granted landmark approvals aimed at improving service delivery and raising the living standard of citizens. Among the biggest investments is the expansion of Katsina Road, covering the stretch from…
Suspended Senator representing Kogi central and former Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Diaspora and NGOs, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has formally written to the Senate, demanding compliance with a recent court judgment that declared her six-month suspension unconstitutional. In a letter dated July 11, 2025, sent through her legal counsel, M.J Numa & Partners LLP, Akpoti-Uduaghan cited Section 63 of the 1999 Constitution, arguing that the suspension had denied her the right to represent her constituents and perform her legislative duties. Senate Suspends Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for 6 Months It will be recalled that the Federal High Court in Abuja had earlier…
The Kano State Executive Council has approved a wide-ranging package of projects across the power, water, transportation, environment, and humanitarian sectors. In a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, this reflects Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s commitment to improving infrastructure and the quality of life for residents. Kebbi Tackles Transport Challenges with 50 New 18-Seater Buses Key highlights include the procurement of 500 modern electric tricycles under the Abba Gida Gida Mass Transport Empowerment and Employment Programme, valued at ₦3.7 billion, aimed at enhancing public transport and empowering youth. To strengthen the state’s power infrastructure, the Council…
The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has expressed satisfaction with the collaborative efforts between the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to strengthen Anti-money laundering (AML) mechanisms and enhance operational efficiency at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. Speaking during the closing ceremony of a sports tournament organised by the Murtala Muhammed Area Command (MMAC) on Thursday, 10 July 2025, the CGC described his visit as both operational and productive. He said, “It’s meant to be an operational visit. We had very useful engagements with the management of the Federal Airport Authority,…
The Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA), Bayero University Kano BUK has commenced a two-day training programme aimed at empowering women farmers with climate-smart agricultural practices to enhance food and nutrition security. The training, organized by CDA in collaboration with the Arewa Women Initiative for Climate Change Advocacy and Environmental Sustainability (AWIFCA) The objective of the training is to build the capacity of women farmers by equipping them with knowledge and practical skills in sustainable agricultural techniques that respond to the challenges of climate change while improving household food availability and nutritional outcomes. Training sessions include an overview of urban and…