Ahmad Muhammad Sorondinki A dangerous technological transformation is sweeping across West Africa and the Sahel, as violent non-state actors increasingly deploy unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to alter the dynamics of asymmetric warfare. What began as tactical innovations in the brutal Sudanese civil war—where the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) weaponized commercially available drones—has established a blueprint now spreading through porous regional corridors into the Lake Chad Basin. NCAA Softens Stance on Airline Debts Amid Aviation Fuel Crisis This rapid diffusion of aerial technology, combined with mounting economic hardship and political thuggery, poses an unprecedented threat…
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The Chief Medical Director of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, UMTH, Professor Ahmed Ahidjo, says prioritising institutional development by public servants and office holders is critical to improving service delivery in the public sector. Professor Ahidjo stated this in Maiduguri, Borno State, after receiving an award for Courage in Leadership Amid Devastating Circumstances from the Journalists’ Forum for the Promotion of Health and Environment, REMAPSEN Nigeria. REMAPSEN Forum Spotlights Hurdles in Africa’s NTDs Fight The award recognised his leadership in managing the devastating impact of the September 2024 flood that destroyed and damaged medical equipment at the teaching hospital.…
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has commended the Katsina North Youth Development and Awareness Initiative, KNYDAI, for endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his administration for continuity in 2027. Governor Radda gave the commendation on Wednesday at an empowerment programme organised by KNYDAI, where 1,500 beneficiaries received financial and material support. President Tinubu Disclaims 2027 Campaign billboards nationwide The intervention, championed by the Grand Patron of KNYDAI, Alhaji Lawal Sade, Sarkin Fadan Daura, targeted widows, persons with disabilities, vulnerable individuals and other grassroots members. Speaking at the event, Governor Radda said the initiative demonstrated confidence in the Renewed…
The House Committee on Delegated Legislation of the National Assembly has called for stronger legislative oversight and regulatory measures to improve Nigeria’s aviation sector. The committee made the call during a familiarisation visit to the Corporate Headquarters of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, in Abuja. Receiving the committee, the Director General of Civil Aviation, Captain Chris Najomo, stressed the importance of sustained engagement between the NCAA and the National Assembly to ensure that aviation regulations remain responsive and aligned with International Civil Aviation Organization, ICAO, standards. IDERA Strengthens Aircraft Leasing, Financing in Nigeria- NCAA Captain Najomo said the Civil…
Bukola Olukemi-Odele A recent narrative circulating across public health and media spaces—exemplified by reports from food corporations and their allies —advocates mandatory fortification of seasoning cubes with iron, zinc, folic acid, and vitamin B12 to fight against anaemia and neural tube defects in pregnancy. According to these advocates, fortified seasoning cubes, which are consumed in almost every Nigerian home, could become an effective vehicle for delivering essential vitamins and minerals to pregnant women across the country, helping to reduce the country’s high prevalence of anaemia among women of reproductive age and neural tube defects in newborns. Kano MoPB, KanSLAM Lead…
The Vulnerable People Support and Development Initiative (V-PeSDI) has participated in a two-day capacity-building workshop on Community Scorecards and Citizen Monitoring Tools for Participatory Service Delivery Tracking in Kano State. The workshop, was organised by the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC II) Programme and brought together representatives of government institutions, civil society organisations and other stakeholders. Magashi’s Appointment Sparks Hope for Drug-Free Kano-V-PeSDI Representing V-PeSDI, Amatulmannan Mikaeel Ishaq participated in the training, which focused on strengthening citizens’ capacity to promote transparency, accountability and effective monitoring of public service delivery. A major session centred on the design and application of…
The Nigeria Football Coaches Association (NFCA), Kano State Chapter, has congratulated the Chairman of the Kano State Sports Commission, Alhaji Muhammad Tukur Babangida, on his appointment and presented a 10-point proposal aimed at advancing sports development in the state. The association made the presentation during a congratulatory visit to the Sports Commission Chairman on Wednesday, according to a statement signed by Zulfa’at Abubakar Rano, Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Sports Commission. NIPOST Unveils Plans for 10th National Sports Festival in Edo Chairman of the NFCA Kano Chapter, Barrister Ibrahim Gwadabe, said the visit was aimed at congratulating Babangida…
The Kano State Sports Commission has expressed its readiness to support an Under-17 football tournament proposed by the Triple R Kannywood For Renewed Hope group for youths across the state. The initiative was disclosed in a statement signed by Zulfa’at Abubakar Rano, Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Sports Commission. The group formally submitted its request to the Commission to organise the tournament, which will feature teams from the 44 Local Government Areas of Kano State in a seven-a-side format. Young Basketball Talents Shine as Ahmadiyya Wins Tournament According to the organisers, the competition is aimed at promoting youth…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled an international cocaine trafficking syndicate allegedly using Nigeria as a transit hub for the movement of illicit drugs to the United Kingdom, Europe and Asia. The agency said it arrested the alleged Nigerian coordinator of the cartel, Afolabi Kazeem Michael, popularly known as “KC Luxury,” at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, while allegedly attempting to leave the country. NDLEA Decorates 116 Newly Promoted Officers in Delta NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd.), disclosed this on Tuesday in Lagos while briefing journalists on the operation.…
Two women, Keziah Nathan, 26, and Janet Caleb, 29, were on Wednesday arraigned before the Kaduna Magistrate’s Court for stealing their deceased friend’s wrappers. The defendants, both residents of Ungwan Boro, Kaduna, were charged with criminal conspiracy and stealing. They, however, pleaded not guilty to the charges preferred against them. Man Arraigned for Withholding Money Mistakenly Transferred to Bank Account The prosecutor, Chidi Leo, told the court that the defendants committed the offences on August 10 at Sabon Tasha, Kaduna. Mr Leo said the defendants, who were friends with the late Lydia James, heard of her demise and took advantage…