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Ibrahim Sulaiman The Federal University of Education, Zaria has matriculated over 5,000 newly admitted students into various academic programmes for the 2025/2026 session. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Yahaya Isa Bunkure, disclosed this during the institution’s maiden matriculation ceremony, describing the event as historic as it marks the formal admission of the university’s first cohort of undergraduate students. Professor Bunkure urged the students to uphold discipline, integrity, and academic excellence throughout their academic journey, stressing that admission into the university is a privilege that comes with significant responsibility. He noted that the large number of admitted students reflects growing public confidence in…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that Nigeria’s new tax reforms are designed to correct the distortions of colonial-era fiscal laws, which he said created fragmentation, inconsistency, and economic hardship for citizens. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja at the commissioning of the 16-storey headquarters of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), President Tinubu said the reforms mark a shift toward a more inclusive, transparent, and investment-friendly tax system aimed at driving national prosperity. The President explained that the new tax framework, which became fully operational in January, is intended to modernise Nigeria’s revenue system and make it globally competitive, while removing…

A coalition of friends, colleagues, academics, and comrades will converge in Abuja on April 29, 2026, for a symposium and book launch in honour of the late Comrade Abubakar Sokoto Mohammed mni, in recognition of his lifelong contributions to progressive intellectualism and social justice in Nigeria. Comrade Mohammed, who passed away on December 11, 2025, was widely described as a committed patriot and a key figure in Nigeria’s socialist and progressive movements. He built a distinguished academic and professional career across institutions including Ahmadu Bello University, the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), and Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto…

Sani Dutsinma The Isa Kaita College of Education, Dutsinma, Katsina State, has matriculated a total of 350 students for the 2025/2026 academic session, marking the formal admission of new candidates into the institution. Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Dikko Umar Radda reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing education and skills acquisition, noting continued investments in the sector. The governor, who was represented by the Director of Admission Guidance & Training at the Ministry of Higher, Vocational and Technical Education, Alhaji Muhammad Sani Danmusa, described teaching as the backbone of human capital development and urged the newly matriculated students to remain…

A public affairs analyst, on Wednesday warned Abba Kabir Yusuf that his eventual choice of a substantive deputy governor will play a decisive role in shaping the legacy of his administration. The analyst, Jabir Madaki, made this known in a report titled “Government Integrity and Public Interest,” where he described the decision as a defining moment for the state government. Madaki cautioned that any misstep in the appointment process could have lasting political consequences, stressing that “your deputy appointment will either define this administration with honour or lead to consequences that may be difficult to reverse.” One Kano Agenda Commends…

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has inaugurated an Inter-Departmental Committee on Capitation Utilization and Retirement as part of efforts to enhance transparency, accountability, and service delivery across public secondary healthcare facilities in Kano State. The initiative follows concerns over gaps in compliance with established capitation guidelines. Under the agency’s framework, 70 percent of capitation funds is allocated to essential drugs and medical consumables, while the remaining 30 percent is designated for operational expenses at the facility level. To ensure strict oversight and boost public confidence, the committee includes a representative from the Kano State Public Complaints and…

The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) has stepped up efforts to promote inclusive education through an advocacy visit to the Kano State Qur’anic and Islamiyya Schools Management Board. The delegation, led by Co-Chair of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), Dr. Auwalu Halilu, engaged the board in discussions focused on strengthening the integration of Tsangaya and Islamiyya schools into Kano State’s formal education system. K-SAFE Commends Kano’s ₦4.45bn Investment in Student Examinations Speaking during the visit, Dr. Halilu said the initiative is part of K-SAFE’s ongoing commitment to advancing equitable and sustainable education, particularly for children enrolled in traditional and…

The Kano South Concerned Elders Forum has called on Abba Kabiru Yusuf to appoint Kabiru Alhassan Rurum as the next Deputy Governor of Kano State. The appeal follows the nomination of Rurum, alongside Rabiu Suleiman Bichi and Murtala Sule Garo, by a legacy group within the All Progressives Congress for the governor’s final selection to fill the vacant position. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its chairman, Masaud El-Jibril Doguwa, the forum described Rurum’s nomination as a potential turning point for the Kano South Senatorial Zone. New Chapter Begins as Kano Deputy Governor Assumes Duty The group…

The African Media Network for the Promotion of Health and the Environment REMAPSEN has emphasized the critical role of the media in addressing the growing challenge of misinformation, particularly in the areas of health, climate, and the environment. This was highlighted during a roundtable discussion organized by CFI Medias on the theme “How are the media responding to misinformation?” The event took place during the Fabrique One Sustainable Health, on the sidelines of the One Health Summit in Lyon. Media Key to Health Sovereignty in Africa, REMAPSEN Tells Leaders at Galien Africa Forum 2025 Speaking at the session, REMAPSEN’s Special…

Save the Children International, under its BOOST Project supported by GSK, in collaboration with the Kano State Community of Practice on Immunization, Budget Tracking, Advocacy, and Accountability (KN CoP), has organized an orientation for the Kano State Advocacy Group on advocacy briefs. The event, held in Kano, recorded a large turnout of CoP members drawn from civil society organisations (CSOs) and the media. Speaking at the session, the State Team Lead of the BOOST Project in Kano, Abdullahi Magama, stressed the need for participants to develop effective strategies to ensure successful advocacy toward improving immunisation uptake. He noted that the…

The Federal Government has opened applications for the second cohort of its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Programme, aimed at equipping Nigerian youth with practical skills for employment, entrepreneurship, and national development. The Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to human capital development, describing the initiative as a strategic intervention aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to the Ministry, the programme will provide hands-on training lasting between six months and one year at accredited centres across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Participants are expected to…

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has been honoured with a Public Sector Reform Award by Aljazirah Media in recognition of his leadership and contributions to institutional reforms. The award was presented during a courtesy visit by a delegation from Aljazirah Media to the NCS Headquarters. The delegation was led by the organisation’s Chief Executive Officer, Etuk Bassey, alongside representatives from Nigeria, London, and other parts of the world. Customs, NDLEA Strengthen Alliance to Combat Drug Trafficking at Lagos Ports Presenting the award, Bassey said the recognition followed extensive assessments of Adeniyi’s performance in public service,…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has attributed the recent damage at the Kugbo Bus Terminal to a severe windstorm, dismissing reports that the structure collapsed. Speaking to journalists shortly after inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects across the FCT, Wike clarified that only the roofing of the terminal was affected by the extreme weather conditions. According to the Minister, the terminal’s location on an elevated hill made it particularly vulnerable to the intense windstorm that accompanied a heavy downpour. “The kind of wind we saw, we have never imagined. The terminal is on top of a hill, higher…

The Executive Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has paid a condolence visit to Abdussalam Abdulkarim Zaura following the death of his brother, Musa Abdulkarim Zaura. This was contained in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mustapha Muhammad. During the visit on Monday, Governor Yusuf expressed deep sympathy to the bereaved family and prayed for Almighty Allah to forgive the deceased and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus. The Governor conveyed his condolences on behalf of the government and the good people of Kano State, describing the loss as painful and praying for strength and comfort…

The Head of Nuclear Medicine at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Salah Eddine Bouyoucef, alongside Peter Knoll, has visited the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH), Zaria, as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration in cancer care and nuclear medicine services. The delegation,was received by the Acting Chief Medical Director of ABUTH, Mohammed Ibrahim, on behalf of the hospital’s management. Welcoming the team, Prof. Ibrahim highlighted the hospital’s longstanding collaboration with the IAEA under the Federal Government’s National Cancer Control Programme. He noted that ABUTH was once a leading cancer treatment centre and remains a key referral facility in…

The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) has commended the Executive Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, for approving ₦4.45 billion to cover examination fees for 150,000 students across the state. The fund will cater for candidates sitting for the National Examinations Council (NECO), National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), and National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS) examinations. In a statement issued by its Co-Chair, Dr. Auwalu Halilu, K-SAFE described the approval as a bold and timely intervention that reflects the governor’s commitment to improving access to education and promoting equity across the state. The…

The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) has stepped up efforts to strengthen collaboration with key stakeholders in the education sector following an advocacy visit to Community Aid Connect. The delegation, led by K-SAFE Co-Chair (CSOs), Dr. Auwalu Halilu, was received by the Kano State Team Lead of Community Aid Connect, Malam Surajo Mahe Alkali, during the visit held on Monday in Kano. The visit forms part of K-SAFE’s broader engagement with development partners aimed at improving access to inclusive and quality education across the state. Speaking during the meeting, Dr. Halilu commended Community Aid Connect for its contributions…

The Kano State House of Assembly has considered a series of motions aimed at improving infrastructure, education, and community development across the state during a plenary session presided over by the Speaker, Jibril Ismail Falgore. This was contained in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai,made available to newsmen in Kano. “We Share Your Pain”- Speaker Falgore Condoles Traders After Kano Market Fire Lawmakers presented motions addressing key sectors, with Hon. Muhammad Ahmad Tomas, representing Makoda Constituency, calling on the state government to construct a road linking Wailare, Gagarawa, Yallada, and Kwarkiya communities…

The United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina J. Mohammed, has concluded high-level visits to Zamfara and Benue States as part of efforts to strengthen development cooperation, promote gender equality, and assess humanitarian conditions in affected communities. She was received in Gusau on April 9 by Zamfara State Governor, H.E. Dr. Dauda Lawal, alongside members of his cabinet, and later in Makurdi on April 10 by Benue State Governor, H.E. Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Alia. NERDC, UNESCO Partner to Review Teachers’ Training Manual During her engagements, the Deputy Secretary-General, accompanied by members of the United Nations Country Team in Nigeria, advocated stronger…

Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a significant challenge in Northern Nigeria, where structural inequalities, economic marginalization, and entrenched socio-cultural norms continue to expose women and girls to heightened vulnerability. In response to this pressing issue,the Bridge Connect Africa Initiative (BCAI) implemented the second edition of its capstone event under the Women Against Violence Empowered Through Sustainability (WAVES) project. The WAVES initiative was designed to address GBV through an integrated approach that combines economic empowerment, climate-smart agriculture, agribusiness development, and awareness on GBV prevention. The project specifically targets vulnerable women and girls, equipping them with skills in financial literacy, sustainable agriculture, and…