A new political support group, the Tinubu-Uba Grassroots Women Movement (Continuity 2027), has been officially launched in Kaduna State, with a focus on strengthening women’s participation in grassroots politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. The movement was inaugurated by its Founder and Director General,member representing Lere constituency,Kaduna house of Assembly, Hon. Munira Tanimu, who described the initiative as a strategic platform to mobilize and empower women across the state in support of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Boss Mustapha Hails Tinubu’s Landslide Victory in APC Presidential Primaries According to her, the movement aims to build a strong and…
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What was once dismissed as a minor rural nuisance is now drawing international research attention, as scientists and innovators deploy advanced technologies to combat egg theft across farming communities. From Summit University Offa and Federal University of Technology Minna to global research hubs such as the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics and Beyond Vision, efforts are underway to transform how this persistent challenge is addressed. Researchers say egg theft, once considered isolated, has evolved into a more complex and widespread issue, requiring smarter and more proactive solutions. The growing concern has prompted collaboration across continents, supported by initiatives…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has paid a condolence visit to the Emir of Rano, Muhammad Isa Umaru, following the death of his mother, Hajiya Maimuna Isa Umaru. During the visit to the Rano Emirate Palace, the governor described the news of her passing as shocking and painful, noting that the deceased lived an exemplary life as a caring mother and respected figure in the community. “On behalf of myself, my family, the government, and the people of Kano State, we extend our condolences to you and the entire Rano Emirate and pray that Almighty Allah forgives her shortcomings and grants…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended warm birthday felicitations to Africa’s leading industrialist, Aliko Dangote, commending his outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s economic growth and industrial development. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Dangote as a visionary entrepreneur whose investments have transformed key sectors of the economy and strengthened Nigeria’s position as a hub for large-scale production. Tinubu highlighted the impact of the Dangote Group’s multi-billion-dollar investments, including the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company, as well as cement manufacturing operations across Africa, noting that they have significantly boosted industrial capacity…
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing national values, civic education, and identity building, while calling for deeper collaboration with the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) ahead of Nigeria’s next general elections. The Director-General of NOA, Lanre Issa-Onilu, made the call during a courtesy visit by NAWOJ leadership, describing the engagement as both timely and strategic for national development and democratic consolidation. IWD 2026: NAWOJ Kano Calls for Women Empowerment, Equality Issa-Onilu emphasised that effective nation-building depends on sustained partnerships between institutions responsible for public communication and citizen engagement. He noted that NOA, which evolved…
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting mental health awareness and suicide prevention through strategic partnerships and nationwide sensitisation efforts. The Director-General of the Agency, Lanre Issa-Onilu, made this known during a meeting with the She Writes Woman Mental Health Initiative, a non-governmental organisation focused on mental health advocacy. The delegation was led by its founder, Hauwa Ojeifo. Represented by the Director of Health and Social Care, Femi Ayoola, the NOA boss stressed the urgent need to address the stigma surrounding mental health conditions and psychosocial disabilities, noting that such issues are often misunderstood or neglected…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised serious concerns over a surge in sexual violence against minors and worsening human rights conditions across the country, following the release of its first-quarter 2026 dashboard. Presenting the report in Abuja, the Commission disclosed that at least nine cases of sexual assault involving minors were recorded in Niger State between January and March 2026. The data revealed disturbing patterns of abuse, with victims as young as three years old and perpetrators ranging from teenagers to men in their fifties. Kano NHRC Resolves Over 2,200 Complaints Amid Rising Child Abuse Cases In one…
The House of Representatives has announced the death of one of its members, Rep. Muhammad Danjuma Hassan, describing his passing as a profound loss to the legislature and the nation. Rep. Hassan, who represented the Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency of Kano State, died on Friday evening, April 10, 2026, in Abuja after a period of illness. He was 66 years old. Until his death, he served as Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Judiciary and was elected into the National Assembly in 2023 under the platform of the New Nigeria Peoples Party. In a statement issued on Saturday by…
Sani Dutsinma The Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, Bulus Yohanna, has called on the Federal Government and the Kebbi State Government to take swift and decisive measures to restore security, protect lives, and ensure the safe return of displaced persons following a deadly attack in the state. The bishop made the appeal during a press briefing held at Saint Dominic Catholic Church in Yelwa-Yauri, in response to the recent violence in Shanga Local Government Area. Represented by the Diocesan Director of Social Communications, Mathew Kabirat, Bishop Yohanna expressed concern over the worsening humanitarian situation, noting that displaced persons estimated at…
The Indonesia government has pledged to protect intending pilgrims from rising Hajj costs in 2026, despite mounting global economic pressures driven by surging oil prices and geopolitical tensions. Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Mochamad Irfan Yusuf, disclosed that crude oil prices have climbed above $100 per barrel, largely due to tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. Speaking during a parliamentary hearing in Jakarta, the minister outlined key factors driving up costs, including higher aviation fuel prices, increased war risk insurance premiums, and currency depreciation. He warned that airlines may be forced to reroute flights to avoid conflict zones,…
The Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Malam Yusuf Kabir, has embarked on a working visit to Dawakin Kudu Model Primary School and Yankatsari Central Primary School in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Education Authority (LGEA), where he rewarded pupils who arrived early to school with essential learning materials. The initiative, according to him, is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen punctuality, improve attendance, and instill discipline among pupils and teachers in basic education institutions across the state. Malam Yusuf explained that the exercise also serves as a practical means of assessing punctuality in schools while motivating…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a notice of appeal before the Court of Appeal, Lagos Division, challenging the acquittal and discharge of a former Executive Director of Projects at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Tuoyo Omatsuli, over an alleged ₦3.6 billion fraud. Also cleared in the judgment are Francis Momoh, Don Parker Properties Limited and Building Associates Limited. The anti-graft agency, in its notice of appeal filed on Thursday, April 9, 2026, through its counsel, Ekene Iheanacho, SAN, faulted the ruling of Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court, Lagos, and anchored its appeal…
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called on media organisations to uphold ethical standards and promote responsible reportage in support of Nigeria’s fight against corruption and financial crimes. Olukoyede made the call on Thursday, April 9, 2026, in a goodwill message at the “VON Forum 2025,” themed “51 Years of Nigeria’s Role in Deepening Democratic Stability in ECOWAS,” held in Abuja. The event was organised by Voice of Nigeria in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation. EFCC Declares Ex Minister Sadiya Umar Wanted in N37bn Scandal The EFCC…
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 31 suspected internet fraudsters during a sting operation at a facility described as an “internet fraud academy” in Becki Estate, Karu, in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The suspects, said to include two alleged kingpins and several trainees, were apprehended on Thursday, April 9, 2026, while reportedly undergoing tutorials in cyber fraud. Items recovered during the operation include mobile phones, 18 laptop computers, and other electronic gadgets believed to have been used in the illicit activities. Preliminary investigations by the anti-graft agency revealed that some of the trainees were…
The Federal Government has reassured Nigerians and the international community that the country remains stable and secure, following a recent advisory by the United States authorising the departure of non-emergency personnel from its embassy in Abuja. In a statement, the government described the move as a precautionary measure based on internal protocols, stressing that it does not reflect the overall security situation in Nigeria. It maintained that public institutions across the country remain fully operational, with no disruption to governance, economic activities, or daily life. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, said the U.S. decision should be…
Bayero University Kano BUK, has urged staff who recently completed the Registry ICT Development Training to effectively apply their newly acquired skills to enhance productivity and service delivery across the institution. The registrar BUK Haruna Aliyu made at call at the graduation ceremony of the first batch of the 2026 training programme. He stressed that the true value of capacity-building initiatives lies in their practical application rather than mere participation. Haruna noted that the increasing reliance on digital systems in modern administration makes ICT competence essential for efficiency and improved institutional performance. The registrar called on participants to demonstrate commitment…
The Kano State House of Assembly KNHA, has organised a one-day workshop for journalists covering its activities, aimed at strengthening legislative reporting and promoting transparency, accountability, and democratic governance. Speaking at the opening of the workshop, the Speaker of the Assembly,Ryt Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, emphasised the critical role of the media in sustaining democracy. FG Launches IMILI to Boost Media Literacy, Tackle Misinformation Represented by the Chairman, House Committee on Information and member representing Dawakin Kudu constituency, Shuaibu Rabiu, the Speaker described the training as both timely and necessary. He noted that the legislative process is often complex, involving…
The Kano State-led Accountability Mechanism (KanSLAM) has called for increased funding and improved accountability in maternal and child health (MCH) services in Kano State, as part of efforts to reduce high mortality rates and improve healthcare access. The call was made during a media parley organised by KanSLAM, bringing together journalists, civil society actors, and other stakeholders to discuss critical issues affecting women and children in the state. In her remarks, Co-Chair of CSOs KanSLAM, Pharmacist Maimuna Yakubu Muhammed, stressed the need for increased and properly allocated resources for maternal and child health. She acknowledged that government funding for the…
Nasiru M. Waziri The Terra Academy for the Arts TAFTA, an initiative funded by the Mastercard Foundation, has graduated no fewer than 28,000 young Nigerians, with over 16,000 already placed in gainful employment or supported to establish their own businesses. The milestone was highlighted during TAFTA’s first decentralised Alumni Graduation Ceremony held in Kano State. The event brought together key stakeholders, graduates, and industry players to showcase the impact of the programme, promote youth engagement, and facilitate post-training opportunities for beneficiaries. TAFTA has consistently focused on equipping young Nigerians with creative, technical, and entrepreneurial skills. The programme operates across Lagos…
Abdulkadir Ahmed Ibrahim, FNGE. (Kwakwatawa) Politics, like life, rarely moves in straight line. It bends, it twists, and at times, it humbles even the most confident actors. What once appeared firm becomes fluid, and what was seemed as a betrayal yesterday is today looked at as a wisdom. The unfolding political journey of Ex (two terms) Governor of Kano State and former Minister of Defence, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and the incumbent Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, presents a defining moment that invites reflection on leadership, responsibility, and the burden of political choices. There was a time in not too…