Dangote Peugeot Automobiles Nigeria Limited (DPAN) has commenced the assembly of the Peugeot 3008 GT model in Kaduna, expanding its lineup of locally assembled vehicles. The Peugeot 3008 GT, with its 1.6-liter high-performance turbo engine, joins the existing range of ‘Made-in-Nigeria’ Peugeot vehicles, including the 301 sedan and the 5008 SUV. DPAN has also unveiled the Peugeot Landtrek 4×2, a pickup truck with a rear-wheel drive system, powered by a 2.4-liter engine. The Landtrek is part of Peugeot’s rugged and reliable pickup truck range. According to Umar Isa-Kaita, Chief Commercial Officer of Dangote Peugeot, the company plans to expand its…
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The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh, has allayed fears of disruptions to the 2025 Hajj exercise, assuring that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure a smooth and seamless pilgrimage. Saleh’s assurance comes on the heels of reports suggesting that thousands of Nigerian intending pilgrims may be unable to perform the 2025 Hajj due to the cancellation of the Masha’ir contract by NAHCON. NAHCON Announces Plan to Abolish Dollar Payments for Hajj However, the Chairman dismissed the claim as false, emphasizing that no pilgrim would be left out of the exercise. According…
Energy expert Dan Kunle is urging President Tinubu to put an end to the petrol import racket and prioritize local refining. Kunle warns that the continued importation of petrol and diesel, despite the Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s capacity to meet domestic demand, is a disservice to the country . Dangote Refinery to Import 12 Million Barrels of Crude Oil from US The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and certain marketers spent a whopping N5.5 trillion on petrol and diesel importation in just four months. Kunle likens this massive importation to the notorious “cement Armada” scandal of the 1970s, where hundreds of…
The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has held a special meeting with political activists in the media sector to promote the use of respectful and constructive language in political discussions. Comrade Waiya stated that the initiative aims to foster responsible public enlightenment and ensure that leaders are addressed with decorum when tackling societal challenges. NAWOJ Kano Hails Waiyas Appointment As Commissioner Info During the meeting, Waiya expressed his delight at seeing representatives from different political parties in attendance. He described their presence as a clear demonstration of their patriotism and commitment to the…
FIDAC, in collaboration with the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement PACE, has called for the establishment of climate change clubs in schools and institutions. This move is aimed at raising awareness and educating the younger generation about the importance of climate action. Kano State Takes Bold Step with New Climate Change Policy In a communique signed by the executive director of Fiscal Discipline and Development Advocacy Center FIDAC, Dr Abdulsalam Muhammad Kani, and the state team lead Partnership For Agile Governance and Climate Engagement PACE Malam, Auwalu Hamza. The workshop tagged Green Budgeting and Financing Climate Action in…
Shugaban hadaddiyar kungiyar ‘yan kasuwar kantin kwari dake jihar Kano a arewacin Nigeria Ambasada Ishaq Alkasim Tatari ya bukaci masu gidaje a kasuwar da su rika rage kudaden da suke karba na haya don saukaka al’umma. Kotu Ta Kori Karar Da Aka Shigar Akan Shugaban Kantin Kwari Balarabe Tatari Alhaji Ishaq Tatari ya bayyana hakan ne yayin wani taro da kungiyarsu ta shirya don nemawa masu haya a gidajen sauki tare da karrama wasu muhimman mutane a kasuwar ta kwari. ” Mun zauna wannan taro ne domin mun fahimci wasu daga cikin masu gidaje a cikin kasuwar kwari suna karawa…
In a strong move to restore public trust and uphold the law, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has warned police officers against human rights violations and misconduct. During a virtual meeting with senior police managers, the IGP emphasized the need for professionalism and adherence to the law. He stressed that any officer found guilty of human rights abuses or misconduct will face severe consequences. Police Shake-Up: IGP Appoints New Heads of SIS, Marine Unit Key Areas of Focus: Human Rights Protection: The IGP reiterated the police force’s commitment to protecting human rights and preventing abuses.…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has commissioned a modern party secretariat in Awka, Anambra State. This secretariat was generously donated by Sir Paul Chukwuma APC Charges Governor Lawal to Prioritize Security Over Politics During the commissioning, Ganduje assured Anambra APC that the national party will provide all necessary support to capture the state. He emphasized the party’s commitment to taking over the governance of Anambra State . The event was attended by notable party members, including the National Working Committee (NWC), party elders, and the South East Zonal Committee. Ganduje’s promise aligns with the…
Bayero University Kano (BUK) is gearing up for its 39th Convocation Ceremony, scheduled to take place from February 12 to 15, 2025. The event will mark a significant milestone in the academic journey of its students. According to the Vice Chancellor, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, a total of 8,769 graduands from eleven faculties will receive their degrees, diplomas, and certificates during the ceremony. Haruna Aliyu Takes the Helm as Bayero University’s Registrar The ceremony will be held over three days, with the first day seeing 4,402 graduands from eleven faculties receive their degrees. The second day will feature another 4,367…
The Kano State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has taken disciplinary actions against two court staff, Hudu Idris, a registrar at the Upper Sharia Court, Gwarzo, and Abba Bala Gwarzo, a casual watchman, over alleged fraud. Following a petition filed by Alhaji Sani Bozo, the duo admitted to receiving bribes amounting to N214,000. Consequently, Idris has been demoted by one grade level and placed on compulsory retirement with immediate effect, while Gwarzo’s contract appointment has been terminated. Kano Anti-Corruption Probes N1.5 Billion Foreign Scholarship Fraud In another development, the JSC lifted the suspension of three officials, Bilya Abdullahi, Auwalu Khalil, and…