The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy has taken a major step toward finalizing Nigeria’s National Policy on Culture, as it hosts a Physical Drafting Exercise in collaboration with the NESG and the UNESCO. This initiative reflects the commitment of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to cultural development under the Renewed Hope Agenda. Kano Commissioner for Tourism and Culture Assumes Office The National Policy on Culture, last reviewed in 1988, has remained in draft form for over 37 years despite its significance in shaping Nigeria’s cultural and creative industries. Recognizing the urgency of this reform,…
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The Kano State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects in connection with kidnapping and armed robbery cases in the state. The arrests were made possible through intelligence-driven operations and the command’s enhanced operational capabilities. Jigawa Police Arrests 20 Year Old for Allegedly Killing Co-Wife According to a press release issued by the spokesperson of the command, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, suspects were arrested in various locations across Kano, including Badawa Layout, Kadawa Mil-Tara Quarters, and Zakirai Town in Gabasawa LGA. He pointed out that,the police recovered several items from the suspects, including firearms, ammunition, cash, and vehicles. Kiyawa exlained that,…
A subnational conference was held in Kano state, bringing together key stakeholders to assess the democratic process in Nigeria’s northern regions. The conference themed:Strengthening Nigeria Democracy Pathways to Good Governance and Political Integrity. Aims to reinforce democratic values at the national level and promote good governance and political integrity. PAACA Urges Media to Seek For Knowledge on Election According to Mr. Ezenwa Nwagwu, the Secretariat’s representative, the subnational conference served as a platform to reinforce democratic values at the national level. He maintained that, the conference was a follow-up to a previous event held in Abuja, which aimed to strengthen…
Ado Salisu The Vice Chancellor of Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University, Kano (KHAIRUN), Professor Abdulrashid Garba, has reaffirmed the university’s commitment to partnering with Bayero University Kano (BUK) to enhance its academic activities. This partnership aims to leverage BUK’s expertise and guidance to foster KHAIRUN’s growth and development. VC KHAIRUN University Congratulates BUK Over Ranking Feats During a courtesy visit to BUK’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, Professor Garba expressed his gratitude for BUK’s support in various academic aspects, acknowledging BUK as a guiding institution for KHAIRUN. He praised Prof. Abbas and the BUK management for their continued assistance, emphasizing…
The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proclamation of a state of emergency in Rivers State, but with certain conditions. The approval was given after a closed-door session, where senators deliberated on the proclamation in line with the 1999 Constitution as amended. Attorney General Defends Declaration State of Emergency in Rivers According to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the approval is based on the powers conferred on the Senate by Section 305, Subsection 2 of the Constitution. The conditions attached to the approval include: A review of the directives given on the state of emergency proclamation, ensuring it is…
Kabiru Haruna The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, represented by Mrs. Khadija Liman, Director of Education Management & Program Coordinator, SDG, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring access to quality education in Nigeria. Speaking at the 2025 Annual National Summit for Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), International Development Partners (IDPs), Community-Based Organisations (CBOs), and Faith-Based Organisations (FBOs) Intervening in the Education Sector, he described education as a catalyst for societal and economic transformation. Ministerial Briefing: Education Minister Highlights Renewed Hope The Minister of Education, in his speech, underscored the necessity of bridging policy and practice to drive meaningful educational…
Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has called on the Kano Elders Media Association to support the government’s efforts in promoting the use of refined language in media discussions, particularly when defending the interests of political leaders in radio Programmes. The Commissioner made this call when members of the association, paid him a courtesy visit in his office. Waiya Urges Political Presenters to Promote Decent Language Comrade Waiya expressed his delight at the commitment of respected and esteemed individuals to fostering responsible discourse in the media. He emphasized the need to curb the use…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed executive and non-executive board members for the newly established Nigerian Independent System Operator NISO Dr. Adesegun Akin-Olugbade is the board chairman, while Engineer Abdu Mohammed Bello has been appointed Managing Director. President Tinubu Appoints Chairman of National Hajj Commission The President has also appointed four Executive Directors: Engineer Nafisatu Asabe Ali for Systems Operation, Engineer Shehu Abba-Aliyu for Systems Planning, Dr. Edmund Eje for Market Operations, and Mr. Babajide Ibironke for Finance and Corporate Services. The Non-Executive Directors include Engineer Lamu Audu, representing Generation; Mrs Folake Soetan for Distribution; Mr Tajudeen Giwa-Osagie as Market…
The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State. Fagbemi argued that the President’s action was necessary to address the critical situation in the state, which has been plagued by violence, vandalism of oil pipelines, and a breakdown in governance. Breaking: Tinubu Swears in Ibas as Rivers State Sole Administrator Speaking at a press conference, Fagbemi stated that the President’s decision was anchored on the judgment of the Supreme Court, which found the governor of Rivers State guilty of breaching…
The Chief of Staff to the President, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila has assured the Nigerian Institute of Architects, (NIA) that the Federal Government will collaborate with the institute to ensure proper regulation in order to curtail the incessant building collapse witnessed in different parts of the country. Hon Gbajabiamila spoke at the State House on Wednesday when he received on a courtesy visit, a delegation of the Nigerian Institute of Architects, led by its National President, Arc. Mobolaji Adeniyi. Kano Building Collapse At Gwale Kills Three Two Injured-NEMA He noted that every profession had its challenges, and that quackery remained a…