The Girls Education Partnership (GEP) Kano, a coalition of civil society organizations advocating for girls’ education in the state, has called for an immediate and independent investigation into the death of 14-year-old Maimuna Salisu Yaro, a JSS2 student of St. Louis Secondary School, Kano. In a position statement signed by its Chairperson, Dr. Mairo Bello, and Secretary, Safiyanu Bichi, the coalition expressed shock, grief, and outrage over the circumstances surrounding the student’s death. The organization stated that while it acknowledges the Kano State Government’s efforts and investments in promoting girl-child education, the death of a student within a school environment…
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Nehemiah Gagara Politics is not merely a contest for power. It is a contest for trust. It is the solemn duty of persuading millions of people that the destiny of a nation is safest in one’s hands. In a country as fragile, diverse and historically burdened as Nigeria, those who seek the highest office must carry not only ambition but also the weight of national confidence. Therefore, as the political horizon gradually brightens toward 2027, old questions are resurfacing and new concerns are emerging. The drums of another electoral season are beginning to echo across the land. Once again, Nigerians…
Adamu Yusuf The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to repositioning the cooperative sector as a key driver of economic transformation through a comprehensive reform programme. During his address at the Summit on Cooperative Education for Sustainable Development in Kaduna, Dr. Abdullahi described cooperative education as a critical tool for promoting inclusive and sustainable economic development, saying it remains essential to building strong and resilient cooperative institutions. The summit, themed “Cooperative Education as a Tool for Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Development,” was organised by the Federal Cooperative College,…
Lamara Garba The first batch of Kano State pilgrims who participated in the 2026 Hajj exercise has departed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for Nigeria, marking the commencement of the return airlift operation that authorities say will see all pilgrims from the state evacuated within the next three days. The successful take-off of the inaugural flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, came ahead of the initial schedule earlier fixed by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) for June 24, a development attributed to the proactive efforts of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board and the state’s Hajj leadership.…
The Kano State Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening collaboration between the media and security agencies as part of efforts to safeguard democracy and national integrity. Speaking at the ongoing NUJ National Security Summit in Abuja, the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, conveyed the message of Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, stressing the critical role of the media in shaping public perception and supporting government initiatives. NUJ Summit to Explore Role of Media in Strengthening Nat’l Security Governor Yusuf emphasized that the media remains a vital channel through which government policies can reach the…
The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) has expressed deep shock and concern over the death of Miss Maimuna Sani, a student of St. Louis Girls Secondary School, Kano, calling for a comprehensive investigation and urgent reforms to strengthen student safety across schools in the state. In a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim, the education advocacy group extended its condolences to the family, friends, classmates, and all those affected by the tragic incident. ICSF Calls for Calm, Backs Investigation into Death of Kano Student K-SAFE described the death of the student as a heartbreaking…
The Inter-tribe Community Support Forum (ICSF) has called for calm and urged members of the public to support ongoing investigations into the death of Miss Maimuna Sani Salisu, a student of St. Louis Secondary School, Kano. In a statement jointly signed by the Forum’s General Secretary, Mrs. Esther Abdullahi Kingsley, and Coordinator, Nworisa Michael, the organization expressed deep sadness over the student’s death and extended condolences to her family, friends, schoolmates, and all those affected by the tragedy. The forum described the death of a child as a painful loss that raises important questions requiring clear and honest answers. ICSF…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called for deeper collaboration between the media and security agencies, describing the partnership as vital to safeguarding national security, strengthening public trust, and advancing Nigeria’s nation-building efforts. Idris made the call on Thursday in Abuja while serving as Chairman of the Occasion and Chief Host at the National Security Summit organised by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS). Speaking on the theme, “Media and Security Agencies as Partners in Nation Building,” the Minister said both institutions occupy strategic positions in national…
Ado Salisu Athletes from across the country have begun arriving in Lagos ahead of the highly anticipated Commonwealth Games Trials scheduled to take place at the Yaba College of Technology (YabaTech) Sports Complex. The trials, which will serve as a key selection event for Team Nigeria, are expected to bring together some of the nation’s finest track and field athletes as they compete for places in the national team for the forthcoming Commonwealth Games. AFN Shifts Commonwealth Trials Over US Weather Disruptions Early arrivals include contingents from Akwa Ibom and Kwara states, while several elite athletes have also touched down…
Ado Salisu Fresh from securing promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Doma United FC have begun preparations for the new season with the unveiling of Coach Deji Ayeni as the club’s new Technical Adviser. The Savannah Tigers, determined to make a strong statement on their return to Nigeria’s top-flight league, have moved swiftly to strengthen their technical crew ahead of the forthcoming NPFL season. Speaking during the unveiling ceremony, the club’s Chief Executive Officer, Alhaji Suleiman Umar, popularly known as Mai Doma, expressed confidence in Coach Ayeni’s capacity to lead the team successfully. He described the new Technical…