Kano state government KNSG has debunked rumors that the Digital Industrial Park of the Nigerian Communication Commission, NCC, will be relocated to Kebbi state. BizPoint recalls that the ICT Park was heavily attacked by hoodlums during the #EndBadGovernance protest on Thursday, August 1, looting all the equipment and setting some parts of the building on fire. Days after the attack rumored started making the rounds that the ICT hub, billed for commissioning on Wednesday, August 7, would be relocated to Kebbi state. Some Northern youth groups then came out to express their disapproval to the decision to relocate the ICT…
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In compliance with a directive by the Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, three commissioners visited Torrey home tudun Maliki and remand home Goron dutse. A statement signed by the director of the Public Enlightenment Ministry of Women Affairs and Disabled Aishatu Haruna was made available to newsmen in Kano. She explained that the trio of the Commissioner Ministry of Women, Children and the Disabled, Hajiya Aisha Lawan Saji, her counter parts from the Ministry of Health, Dr Abubakar Labaran Yusuf and Ministry of Works and Housing, Engineer Marwan Ahmad, visited the social homes. Read Also:paradigmnews.ng/knsg-partners-key-investors-to-enhance-gold-mining-trading/ The directive…
Doguwa to Jibrin: Allegations of killing of 7 still hanging on you when you attacked Kwankwaso, Abba in 2019 • Kwankwaso, Abba, Madaki are principal witnesses My sincere and profound apologies and appeals to all the elders, stakeholders, allies and parliamentarians in Kano, Abuja and across the country who counselled me to ignore Abdulmumin Jibrin Kofa’s (NNPP, Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency) tissue of lies, fabrication, ranting, stupidity and balderdash, to kindly allow me, for the last time, respond to his latest statements, as it borders on lives, my moral and ethical integrity as a public servant and democrat. READ ALSO:paradigmnews.ng/end-bad-governance-general-ibb-denies-endorsing-military-rule/ While…
The Kaduna State Security Council under the leadership of Governor Uba Sani, after a thorough review of the security situation in Kaduna and Zaria towns and environs, has unanimously agreed to relax the 24-hour curfew earlier imposed on Monday 4th August 2024. In a statement by the Overseeing Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State, Samuel Aruwan and made available to newsmen. SIMILAR:paradigmnews.ng/kano-governor-holds-interactive-session-with-traders-on-security/ The Statement explained that “By this review, the curfew will now be in effect from 6pm to 8am daily” He said “This implies that citizens may move freely and carry out their legitimate activities…
Commercial sex workers in Kano have appealed to organizers of the nationwide hunger protests to engage the Federal Government in dialogue. They told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday that the protests had crippled social-economic activities, leaving them without customers and struggling to survive. Monica James, who operates on France Road, said that dialogue was the only option to address the grievances of the protesters. I have not eaten for two days because of the curfew; our customers are nowhere to be found,” she said. She urged the organizers to shelve their protests and negotiate with the government…
Kabiru Haruna Sani Danja, a name synonymous with excellence in the Kannywood film industry, has been making waves for over two decades. With a career spanning over 20 years, he has established himself as one of the most talented and influential actors, singers, and producers in the industry. Born on April 20, 1979, in Fagge, Kano State, Nigeria, Sani Danja’s journey to stardom began with a passion for acting and music. He started his career in the early 2000s, appearing in small roles in various films. However, it wasn’t long before his talent and dedication caught the attention of industry…
The Nigeria Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, has revealed that it has received the highest student loan application within 24 hours. In a press release signed by Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director of Corporate Communications, NELFUND disclosed that within the last 24 hours, the fund recorded a total of 9,687 student registrations. According to her, out of the 9,687 registrations, 7,975 are completed loan applications. “This marks the highest in one day since the launch of the student loan application portal on the 25th May 2024. “This overwhelming surge in interest, underscores the critical role that NELFUND plays in enabling access to…
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf held an interactive session with traders at the Kano Traders’ Association, where he addressed various concerns, including security, economic issues, and social amenities. The Governor began by condoling the populace for recent losses and condemning the actions of thugs who hijacked peaceful protests. He recounted the destruction of properties, including the NCC digital centre, and praised the traders for their support in protecting markets, which saved the state from further damage. Governor Yusuf emphasized the need for community policing and cooperation to address security issues. He also urged traders to cooperate with the government on…
The partners of the e-RIGHTS project have expressed concern over the recent internet disruptions in Nigeria amidst the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests. Nigeria is a signatory to several regional and international human rights treaties, including the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). These instruments guarantee the rights to freedom of expression, assembly, and association. Domestically, Chapter Four of the Nigerian Constitution enshrines these fundamental freedoms. The Internet has become an indispensable tool for exercising these rights in the 21st century. By deliberately disrupting internet services, the Nigerian government is…
Gwamnatin Najeriya, FG, ta ce daga mako mai zuwa ne za a fara aiwatar da umarnin da ta bayar na dakatar da karbar haraji a kan kayayyakin abinci da ake shigar da su kasar daga waje. Tun a watan Yuli ne gwamnatin ta sanar da cewa ta amince da wa’adin kwana 150 na shigar da masara da shinkafa da alkama daga waje ba tare da biyan haraji ba, domin magance matsalar tsadar kayan abinci a kasar, to amma har yanzu ba a ga hakan ba, inda ‘yan kasuwa ke korafi da cewa ba su gani a kasa ba. To amma…