In a strategic move to strengthen institutional capacity and enhance service delivery across Nigeria’s social development sector, the Federal Government has commenced a capacity building workshop for staff of the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and its implementing partners under the Social Standards Node of the Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement (SPESSE) Project. The weeklong training, which kicked off at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) Centre in Abuja, is aimed at equipping stakeholders with advanced knowledge aligned with the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF). The workshop is being held in collaboration with the Federal…
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Kano-ACReSAL held a sensitisation and advocacy campaign on Climate Change Education at Day Science Boys College, as part of its ongoing “Catch Them Young” initiative. The activity aims to raise awareness about the effects of climate change and to inspire young people to take climate action as vital agents of sustainability within their communities. The Acting Project Coordinator of Kano-ACReSAL, Dr. Abdulhamid Bala stated that the project is working tirelessly to ensure collective action in addressing climate change for a sustainable future. Kano-ACReSAL Advocates Climate Action in Secondary Schools “As part of its bold efforts, Kano-ACReSAL is actively involving young…
Chukwuma Eze By all standards, former Kano State Governor and seasoned statesman, Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, remains one of the most formidable political minds of modern Nigeria. A Northern lion, bold and unyielding, yet deeply committed to the silent majority who toil, sweat, and hope for a government that sees, feels, and acts in their interest. Kwankwaso: The Northern Titan Tinubu Needs for 2027 Across the Nigerian political terrain, political parties often parade slogans, logos, and mottos. But at the heart of any meaningful governance lies not the colour of a party flag but the calibre of the people waving…
The Kano State Zero Dose Learning Hub ZDLH Community of Practice (CoP) on immunization budget accountability has paid an advocacy visit to Zakariyya Alhassan Ishaq, Chairman of the Kano State Assembly House Committee on Health, and Aminu Sa’ad Ungogo, Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation. During the visit, the CoP presented the draft 2024 immunization budget accountability scorecard, developed by the Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) and African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) consortium with funding from GAVI. ZDLH CoP Urges Parents in Sokoto to Prioritize Child Immunization The draft scorecard recorded data on health budget, health financing and accountability,…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has settled ₦22 billion out of the ₦48 billion in inherited unpaid gratuities and death benefits. The Governor’s intervention came to light during the disbursement of the fourth tranche of payments amounting to 6 billion naira. This follows earlier disbursements of ₦5 billion in the first tranche, and ₦6 billion each in the second and third tranches. IGP Meets Retired Officers, Pledges Swift Action on Pension Speaking at the event, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to clearing all outstanding entitlements owed to pensioners and families of deceased civil servants. He described the…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the appointment of Dr. Suleiman Wali Sani, mni, as the new Chief of Staff, Government House, Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday. Dr. Sani, an accomplished medical doctor, policy expert, and retired Permanent Secretary, brings over four decades of distinguished public service to the new role. Until his latest appointment, he served as the Special Adviser to the Governor on Civil Service Matters. Kwara Gov, Emir Pay Tribute to Late Chief of Staff at Fidau Prayer A graduate of…
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has made significant progress in its fight against crime, following the arrest of a suspected armed robber and recovery of a stolen vehicle in Uyo. The arrest occurred on Monday, June 27, 2025, at approximately 7:00 a.m. Acting on credible intelligence, police operatives apprehended one Tony John Isaac, a 27-year-old male, in possession of a blue Toyota Camry bearing registration number JJJ 412 GX. Kano Police Launch Probe into Attack on Emir Sanusi’s Palace He was intercepted along Obio Imoh Street by Udoumana Traffic Light in Uyo. According to the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Timfon…
Mairo Muhammad Mudi As a woman, a mother, and a member of this ever-evolving digital society, I feel compelled to lend my voice to the recent saga involving Babiana. The self-acclaimed “Queen of Update,” whose troubling descent from internet fame to public shame has yet again ignited a debate about morality, mental health, and the ruthlessness of Northern TikTok communities. I know what it feels like to be cyberbullied. I know what it’s like to hear your child cry herself to sleep because of cruel comments made by faceless strangers online. Rashin Tarbiyya a TikTok: KNSG ta Gurfanar Da Matum…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that the Nigerian economy is steadily improving under President Tinubu, attributing the progress to the wide-ranging reforms being implemented across various sectors by the administration. The Minister made this known on Wednesday in Abuja while receiving members and newly elected executives of the Nigerian Guild of Editors during a courtesy visit to his office. Standard Chartered Bank Endorses Nigeria’s Economic Reforms He acknowledged that, although challenges remain, the administration is making steady progress and is successfully flattening the curve. “The economy is not yet what we want it to…
The Federal Government of Nigeria FG has expressed concern over the recent decision by the United States Government to revise its visa reciprocity schedule for Nigerian citizens, limiting the validity of key non-immigrant visas to three months with single entry. The new policy affects categories such as the B1/B2 (business and tourism), F (students), and J (exchange visitors) visas—categories widely utilized by Nigerian professionals, students, and families. In a statement signrd by the spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs,Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa,made available to newsmen. The Nigerian government noted that the decision appears inconsistent with the principles of reciprocity, fairness, and mutual…