Dr Ibrahim Sani Kaita When the winds of change blow, visionary leaders seize the moment, and that’s precisely what Governor Umaru Dikko Radda has done in Katsina State. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to Katsina was a celebration of progress and a nod to the governor’s efforts. During the visit, President Tinubu commissioned the Katsina State Agricultural Mechanization Centre, where 400 brand new tractors and supporting implements have been assembled. When Stars Align: President Tinubu’s Visit to Katsina The President emphasized that agriculture must remain at the heart of Nigeria’s development strategy, highlighting the need for modern farming techniques, mechanization,…
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The Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) Bayero University Kano (BUK) has concluded arrangements to host the fifth International Conference on Drylands from May 6th to May 8th in Kano. The Director CDA, Professor Jibrin Mohammed-Jibrin, states this while briefing newsmen in Kano. CDA, NCRI Collaborate to Unveil High-Yielding, Zinc-Biofortified Rice He stated that the conference would provide a continental platform for dialogue, learning, and collaboration focused on the sustainable management of rangelands and vast ecosystems that support millions of livelihoods across Africa and other dryland regions worldwide. “The conference will bring together prominent voices from academia, government, civil society, development…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) wishes to inform the general public that it has not yet announced any date for the resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), Transfer and Replacement of lost Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs). INEC Rejects N40 Billion Budget, Seeks N126 Billion for 2025 The Commission therefore urges the public to disregard the fake, anonymous statement making the rounds, claiming that the CVR and other associated services will resume on 27th May 2025. INEC Receives Petition to Recall Suspended Kogi Senator Natasha In line with its tradition, the Commission will publicly announce the date for the…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has issued a blistering response to recent accusations made by Baffa Bichi, the former Secretary to the State Government, describing the claims as baseless fabrications intended to mislead the public and tarnish reputations. This was contained in a stark issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin made available to newsmen. Governor Yusuf dismissed all the allegations made by Bichi via social media, branding him “a shameless liar” whose utterances are unworthy of serious attention. Governor Yusuf Accepts Resignation of Commissioner Monitoring “The claims are not only false but also laughable. Baffa Bichi is…
Abba Dukawa The recent visit by the President to Katsina State has sparked concerns about the disconnect between the government’s priorities and the people’s needs. The visits exposed they hypocritical approach to the need of their people, states and the Northern Nigeria as whole. The quality of leadership in Northern Nigeria has been questioned, with allegations of self serving interest , ineptitude, and a lack of vision. Northern Nigeria faces numerous challenges that threaten its stability and development. Some of the key issues include Insecurity,Poverty, Education, Economic hardship,Inequality and Social and Cultural Challenges. Minister Dangiwa’s Kano visit: Boosting Affordable Housing…
The Kano State Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborate with the Forum of Public Relations Practitioners in Tertiary Institutions to promote the government’s efforts in bringing positive developments to the education sector. This announcement was made by the State Commissioner for Information, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, during a courtesy visit from the executive members of the forum. Nigerian Army Names 1st Female Acting Director Public Relations Comrade Waiya emphasized the importance of Public Relations Officers (PROs) intensifying their efforts to communicate these initiatives effectively.overnment interventions in Higher education. He stated that the Executive Governor…
Kano State Government has signed a contract with TEC Engineering Company Nigerian Limited for the completion of a road project from Kankare to Karaye, linking the villages of Tofa, Rimin Gado, Kabo, and Karaye Local Government Areas. Speaking shortly after signing the contract on behalf of the Kano State Government, held in his office, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Haruna Isah Dederi, stated that the project was initially budgeted at N3 billion 15 years ago and had undergone five reviews by previous administrations. The Attorney General noted that the incumbent administration, led by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf,…
The Group CEO of NNPC Ltd., Mr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, received H.E. Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim, Secretary General of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO), on a courtesy visit. Dr. Ibrahim shared APPO’s vision, centered on financing, technology, and market access to reduce energy poverty and enhance energy access across Africa. NNPC, US Collaborate on Methane Reduction Initiatives While elaborating on the Africa Energy Bank, which will be headquartered in Nigeria, he extended an invitation to the GCEO to join the APPO Forum of CEOs of African National Oil Companies. The GCEO commended APPO’s focus, particularly the establishment of the…
The Jigawa State and Local Governments Contributory Pension Scheme Board has fixed Monday, May 5, 2025 for the commencement verification exercise for pensioners enrolled in the scheme. State Head of the Civil Service, Alhaji Muhammad K. Dagaceri, during disclosed this during a stakeholders meeting at the Pension House on Tuesday. Jigawa Govt Warns Against Sabotage of Rice Farming Program He said the exercise Is not to victimize or witch hunt any pensioner, but rather to maintain an updated payroll system, rectify minor irregularities that have developed over the past three years, and enhance the accuracy of the pensioners’ payroll. He…
The minister of housing and Urban Development Alhaji Musa Dangiwa welcomed a high-level delegation from GIZ (German International Corporation) a global leader in energy efficiency solutions. The delegation, led by Mr. Marcus Wagner, engaged in strategic discussions with the minister to explore potential collaborations aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in Nigeria’s housing sector. Katsina Partners Genesis for $500m Renewable Energy Project The Minister was joined by the Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Shuaibu Belgore, in a productive meeting focused on sustainable urban development. Mr. Marcus Wagner…