Hajiya Amina Hanga, the Executive Director of Isa Wali Empowerment Initiatives, has been elected as the new chairperson of the Coalition Against Rape and Violence (CARAV). CARAV is a collaboration of key stakeholders from governmental and non-governmental organizations united in their fight against rape and violence through various strategic initiatives. Other persons also elected to various positions include: Aisha Abubakar as vice chairperson, Abbas Ibrahim as Secretary, Mustapha Gambo Muhammad as Assistant Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad as Treasurer, and Dayyabu Abdulqadir Waziri as Financial Secretary. Jigawa Gov Offers Support to Assaulted Minor, Warn Against GBV These individuals will steer the activities…
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The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced the successful recovery of a locally made pistol and the arrest of a suspect in Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area. In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer Akwa Ibom State Command DSP Timfon John ,made available to newsmen. The statement explained that, On April 18, 2025, at approximately 4:00 PM, acting on credible information , operatives of the Command apprehended one Amanam Bassey Abraham, 18-year-old male from Akpautong Village. He noted that, the arrest followed information indicating that the suspect was in possession of an illegal firearm. “A…
Abba Dukawa In my widely published article, ‘How President Buhari Humiliated a Defunct CPC Member,’ dated March 31, 2022, and featured across print and online media. I highlighted how Buhari, in his characteristic disregard for those who supported him, has consistently shown indifference to the plight of his loyalists, particularly those who championed his presidential campaigns before his 2015 win.” Ironically, those who fervently supported Buhari’s aspirations, including TBO and CPC members, were met with neglect and humiliation. Ganduje Inaugurates APC France, Drums support for Tinubu This treatment was evident even after the CPC merged with APC, with loyalists receiving…
For committing N31 billion to its food programme for the second year in a row, Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has said that the Aliko Dangote Foundation’s (ADF) Annual Food Intervention Programme has bolstered Nigeria’s food security. The Foundation had committed N15billion and N16billion to its Annual Food Intervention Programme in 2024 and 2025 respectively. Ramadan:Dangote Foundation Donates 35,000 Bags of Rice to Katsina Only last week(April 15, 2025) President Bola Tinubu declared an Emergency on Food Security, while calling on stakeholders to join the fight against hunger and deprivation in the country. Speaking weekend at the flag-off…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has inaugurated the new executive committee of the APC France Chapter in Paris, calling on all diaspora members to rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reforms and Renewed Hope Agenda. The event took place in Paris at the weekend, where prominent APC members in Diaspora gathered. The Decoration of Ganduje As A Peace Ambassador Speaking at the event, Dr. Ganduje emphasized the importance of unity among party members in the diaspora, stressing their role in supporting the administration’s economic transformation efforts. Ganduje acknowledged that while the reforms…
Sani Haruna The Makaman Katsina District Head of Bakori Katsina state Alhaji Garba Tukur Idris has turban Alhaji Shehu Ishiye as Chigarin Bakori and nine others. Alhaji Shehu Ishiye was elavated from Barayan Bakori to Chigarin Makaman Bakori following his remarkable achievement at the palace. Performing the ceremony at his place in Bakori, Makama urged the newly turbaned traditional holders that, “leadership is a trust” and urged them to contribute meaningfully in ensuring the development of the area. Gaya Emirate Council Turban’s Sarkin Malamai Dr. Munzir Yusuf Ali He said those turbaned have been playing vital role toward the development…
The Kano State Government is set to sign a series of landmark investment Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Kingdom of Morocco, focusing on renewable energy, agriculture, and commerce, as part of its aggressive drive to reposition the state’s economy. This was contained in a statement issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. Nigeria Signs MoU with China to Boost Renewable Energy This development follows a high-level investment mission to Morocco led by the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. The delegation held strategic meetings with key Moroccan institutions including the Ministry of Energy Transition and…
The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has inaugurated the distribution of 10,000 free JAMB forms to Kano secondary school students. During the flag-off of the distribution, the Governor, who was represented by the state’s Commissioner of Education, Ali Haruna Makoda, also used the opportunity to inaugurate the training of the 10,000 beneficiaries on the use of computer-based tests at various designated centers across Kano State. Gov Yusuf Distributes 10,000 Free JAMB Forms to Students On his part, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Education, Alhaji Tajuddin Gambo, said the Governor has promised to provide transport for the beneficiaries…
The Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) at Bayero University Kano BUK in collaboration with the National Cereals Research Institute (NCRI) in Badeggi and HarvestPlus Nigeria, has conducted an evaluation and selection of superior high-zinc rice genotypes. This groundbreaking initiative aims to combat micronutrient deficiency in Nigeria and has led to the nomination of two high-yielding, zinc-biofortified lowland rice varieties for registration and release. CDA Trains Kaduna LG Directors on Modern Agricultural Extension Paradigm News reports that, micronutrient deficiency, often referred to as hidden hunger, is a significant public health issue in developing countries, including Nigeria, where zinc deficiency affects millions,…
Uba Abdullahi Considering Comrade Mazi’s utmost concern for the betterment of Pensioners across the nation paved the way for his emergence as fully elected National President during the delegate conference held in the ancient City of Kano. The Delegate conference, which was sponsored by the State government under the able leadership of His Excellency Abba Kabir Yusuf, witnessed the arrival of delegates from across the thirty-six States of the federation and Federal Capital Territory Abuja, which signaled the emergence of executives of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners. NUJ Kano Inaugurates Committee for National Delegates Conference A delegate and Chairman of…