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Ummul-Quraa Academy, located at Gidan Leda in Sheka Gabas, Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State, has held its second Qur’anic graduation ceremony, marking another milestone in its commitment to Islamic education and moral development. The colourful event, held on Saturday under the academy’s guiding motto “Hasten Towards All That Is Good,” witnessed the graduation of 47 students who successfully completed their Qur’anic studies. The ceremony attracted a large turnout of Islamic scholars, community leaders, dignitaries, and well-wishers from across Kano and beyond, reflecting the growing reputation of the academy as a centre for Qur’anic learning. In his remarks, Sheikh…

On April 24 each year, the world pauses to reflect on a simple but powerful idea that nations are stronger when they work together. Established in 2018 by the United Nations, the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace was created to reinforce global commitment to cooperation, dialogue, and collective action in addressing shared challenges. But in today’s fast-changing and increasingly fragmented global order, that message carries a renewed sense of urgency. Across continents, rising geopolitical tensions, protracted armed conflicts, and deepening humanitarian crises are testing the very foundations of international law and the rules-based system that has guided…

No fewer than 100 female smallholder farmers, have participated in a climate-smart agriculture (CSA) training programme, culminating in a practical field trip to the Centre for Dryland Agriculture farm. The training was organised by the Adolescent Health Information Projects (AHIP) in collaboration with the Centre for Dryland Agriculture, Bayero University Kano, and funded by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) under its Resilient Opportunities for Outreach, Trade and Sustainability (ROOTS) project. Speaking during the exercise, AHIP Programme Officer, Amina Raji, said the initiative focuses on equipping smallholder women farmers from Bunkure Local Government Area with modern farming techniques. She explained…

The Kebbi State Government has commissioned 50 newly procured 18-seater buses to enhance mass transit services within and outside the state. The buses were officially inaugurated at the newly constructed Ultra-Modern Motor Park in Birnin Kebbi by the Commissioner for Lands and Physical Planning, Alhaji Hayatuddeen Bawa. Federal Government Hands Over 64 CNG Buses To NLC TUC NANS Speaking at the ceremony, Bawa said the initiative is aimed at addressing transportation challenges faced by residents, particularly during long-distance travel. He noted that Kebbi had previously remained the only state in the North-West without a functional mass transit system. The Commissioner…

Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Government has approved the release of over ₦4 billion to accelerate developmental projects across key sectors of the state’s economy. The Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed BK, disclosed this during a press conference held at the new State Secretariat in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. He explained that the funding approvals form part of strategic interventions by the administration of Governor Nasir Idris aimed at addressing infrastructure deficits and improving the living conditions of citizens. According to the Commissioner, the health sector received significant allocations, including ₦926.3 million for the urgent rehabilitation…

Communities in Jigawa State are transforming agricultural waste into clean energy briquettes and producing efficient cookstoves from clay, in a move that is improving livelihoods and reducing environmental pollution. The initiative, known as the Waste-to-Wealth project, has enabled households to spend less on cooking fuel, adopt cleaner energy sources, and generate income from materials that were previously discarded. The project was implemented by the Exceptional Leadership and Integrity Promotion Initiative with support from UK in Nigeria under the PACE Programme. At the close-out and media launch of the project, stakeholders highlighted the growing impact of community-led solutions in addressing climate…

The Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) BUK, in collaboration with the National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), has intensified efforts to improve seed quality and agricultural productivity through the training of community-based seed producers. The training, brought together participants from farming groups across Kano State and Bauchi State, alongside representatives of five seed companies. It aimed to equip participants with the technical knowledge and practical skills required to produce and maintain high-quality seeds within Nigeria’s agricultural value chain. In his welcome address, the Director of CDA, Sanusi Gaya Mohammed, urged participants to take full advantage of the programme, emphasizing that competence…

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State said the growing relations between Nigeria and Poland signal a new phase of economic and academic cooperation, particularly for the state. Governor Soludo made this known while hosting Poland’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Cygan, at the Government House in Awka. The ambassador was in the state to attend the convocation ceremony of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU). Speaking at the Light House in Awka, the governor commended Poland’s economic transformation, describing it as a model Nigeria can learn from. According to him, Poland’s development trajectory shows that a self-sustaining economy is achievable through deliberate…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated 14-year-old Adeolu Oluwadamilola Oreofe for emerging as the 2026 African Spelling Bee Champion in the junior category. Oreofe, a student of St. Lawrence Metropolitan College in Ado Ekiti, clinched the continental title after defeating contestants from more than 20 African countries at the competition held in Harare. Her victory comes with a $5,000 educational scholarship. In a statement, President Tinubu described the achievement as a reflection of the value of sustained investment in education, literacy, and youth development across Nigeria. He commended Oreofe’s resilience and determination, noting that her journey to the top was…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday administered the oath of office to Dr Muttaqha Rabe Darma as the new Minister of Housing and Urban Development, following his clearance by the Senate. Dr Darma replaces Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who recently resigned from the position. The brief swearing-in ceremony took place at the State House in Abuja, where President Tinubu congratulated the new minister and described his appointment as timely, given the current challenges in national development. “You have a very rich and interesting background. As a leader, we need competent hands like yours. There is no doubt that you have rendered…

The political atmosphere reached a fever pitch this week as the House of Assembly conducted the screening of Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo for the office of Deputy Governor. While the constitutional requirement of the screening is a formal administrative process, the scene at the Assembly complex told a much deeper story: one of absolute party harmony, grassroots loyalty, and a strategic realignment that has effectively unified the political landscape. The nominee did not arrive as a lone figure; he was ushered into the chamber by a “grand coalition” of stakeholders that spanned the entire spectrum of leadership. The sheer volume…

The Kwankwasiyya Movement has expressed concern over the pace of ongoing proceedings at the Supreme Court of Nigeria, urging a timely resolution of the legal matter involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a statement issued by its spokesperson, Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed, the movement said it remains confident in the integrity, independence, and sense of responsibility of the apex court, but emphasized the urgency surrounding the case. According to the statement, the current situation has placed the party in a race against time, as electoral processes are governed by strict constitutional and administrative timelines. It noted that the absence…

The Centre for Gender Studies, in collaboration with the Department of International Law and Jurisprudence Bayero University Kano, has organized a symposium to commemorate the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace 2026. The event, chaired by Professor Muhammed Tabiu SAN themed “Advancing Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace in a Fragmented and Fast-Changing Global Order,” attracted a large turnout of students, academics, and key stakeholders. Speaking at the event,Professor Muhammad Bande, former President of the United Nations General Assembly who doubles as former Permanent Representative of Nigeria to the UN,urged Nigeria to critically review its foreign policy direction, resources,…

Hukumar tsaro ta farin kaya (DSS) ta gurfanar da tsohon gwamnan jihar Kaduna, Nasir El-Rufai, a gaban wata babbar kotun tarayya da ke Abuja, bisa zargin kutsawa cikin tattaunawar wayar mai ba shugaban kasa shawara kan harkokin tsaro, Nuhu Ribadu. Jaridar TheCable ta rawaito cewa an tuhumi El-Rufai da laifuka biyar bayan an yi wa tuhumar gyara daga uku zuwa biyar. Mai shari’a Joyce Abdulmalik ta soke tsohuwar tuhumar tare da ci gaba da sauraron sabuwar. El-Rufai ya musanta dukkan tuhume-tuhumen da ake masa. Bayan haka, lauyansa ya bukaci a ba shi damar tattaunawa da wanda yake karewa, yana mai…

In a push for evidence-based education reforms, the Kaduna State Bureau of Statistics has engaged international development partners to review findings from an ongoing Out-of-School Children (OOSC) mapping exercise in the state. The Statistician General of Kaduna State, Dr. Bukar Baba Alhaji, hosted a high-level delegation comprising the Islamic Development Bank, UNICEF, Save the Children International, and the Federal Ministry of Education at the KDBS headquarters to validate the methodology and discuss policy applications of the data. The meeting focused on ensuring that insights from the mapping exercise are translated into practical interventions aimed at reducing the number of children…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the renewal of the tenure of Chinwe Veronica Anunobi as Chief Executive Officer of the National Library of Nigeria for a final term of five years. Prof. Anunobi, who was first appointed on September 2, 2021, will continue to lead the institution as it advances ongoing reforms aimed at modernising library services across the country. Since assuming office, she has overseen several key initiatives designed to reposition the National Library as a technology-driven knowledge hub. These include the development and operationalisation of the National Repository of Nigeria, the Newspaper and Magazine Locator, the Index…

The Federal Government has launched the Employees’ Compensation Scheme (ECS) to strengthen staff welfare, improve workplace safety, and enhance productivity across the Federal Civil Service. The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Esther Walson-Jack, announced the initiative during the commissioning of the ECS Help Desk in Abuja. She described the scheme as a key intervention designed to provide timely compensation and support to civil servants affected by work-related injuries, diseases, disabilities, or death. Walson-Jack said the scheme complements existing welfare initiatives such as the Group Life Assurance Scheme, while expanding protection for employees and their families. She…

Wale Edun has expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for the opportunity to serve in various capacities since the start of the administration in May 2023. In a statement on Wednesday, Edun said it was an honour to contribute to the implementation of the administration’s economic agenda during a critical period in the country’s development. “I wish to thank His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR for the opportunity to serve our country from the outset of his administration in May 2023; first as head of the Presidential Transition Committee, then in my role as Special Adviser on Monetary Policy,…

The Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board, in collaboration with Pathfinder International and Impact Catalysts, has conducted a quarterly review meeting on the implementation of the Task Shifting and Task Sharing (TSTS) programme in Kano State. The meeting focused on strengthening monitoring and evaluation systems, improving data quality, and enhancing overall performance of the programme across local government areas. According to stakeholders, the review aimed to assess the current status of TSTS implementation, identify strengths and gaps, and highlight priority areas for improvement at the LGA level. Participants also examined the use of digital reporting tools, including the Open…

The Kano State Government under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has reaffirmed its commitment to transparent and people-centred healthcare delivery, with renewed efforts to improve accountability in services targeting vulnerable populations. As part of this drive, the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency KSCHMA, convened a high-level engagement with Primary Healthcare Centres implementing the vulnerable healthcare programme funded by the Kano State Healthcare Trust Fund KHETFUND. The meeting focused on strengthening coordination among stakeholders, improving adherence to referral protocols, and enhancing the quality of data reporting across health facilities. It also aimed to ensure the effective use of approved tools and…