By Abdullahi Yusuf Wild jubilations erupted in Kano on Friday, following the victory of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II in a crucial legal battle at the Court of Appeal, Abuja. The court had…
Author: Mustapha Salisu
Mustapha Salisu, a graduate of Information and Media Studies (B.Sc.) from Bayero University, Kano, is the Coordinator of the Prime Time Institute for Development Journalism (PTIDJ) with experience in communication skills and public relations.
NDIC, Holds 3-day Retreat In Kano, Partners BPP
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation(NDIC) in collaboration with the Bureau for Public Procurement is holding a three-day Retreat in Kano for its Senior Management and Executive Staff aimed at…
Governor Yusuf’s silent revolution in healthcare sector
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman In the bustling city-state of Kano, a silent revolution is taking place – one that may not capture the headlines every day, but which is certainly transforming the…
The Giant Stumbles: Can Nigeria Rise Again?
By Shamsuddeen Suleiman Malami Hope for the future is the lifeline of many Nigerians, even when the present feels bleak. For decades, this hope has kept the nation moving despite countless challenges….
Plateau State University Seeks Collaboration with Local Governments
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Vice Chancellor of Plateau State University (PLASU), Professor Shedrack Best, has emphasized the importance of collaboration between the university and the seventeen local governments of Plateau State….
Ex-Kano Information Commissioner Dantiye Pays Congratulatory Visit To Successor
By Abdullahi Yusuf The immediate past Kano State Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Baba Halilu Dantiye, has paid a congratulatory visit to his successor, Comrade Ibrahim Waiya. Dantiye,who visited Wayya on…
Kano Gov’t Pledges Equal Opportunities for Business Growth
By Mustapha Salisu The Government of Kano State under the leadership of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has reiterate it commitment to provide an enabling playing field for businesses to thrive while ensuring…
Tax Reform Bill: Northern Group Kicks, Calls for Wider Consultations
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), Kaduna State Chapter, has opposed the current Tax Reform Bill before the National Assembly, urging broader consultations before its passage. In a…
Gov. Yusuf Launches 3rd Phase Pension Payment, Assures Continuity
By Abdullahi Yusuf Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State on Thursday flagged off the third phase of payment of gratuities to retired civil servants in the state with the sum of N5…
CITAD Concludes Training for 70 Young Entrepreneurs, Rewards Top Performers
By Mustapha Salisu The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), with support from the British Council and King Trust International has concluded an eight-week intensive employability and entrepreneurship training for 70…
Nigeria Police Force promotes 104 Officers in Plateau
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Nigeria Police Force has promoted 104 of the Plateau State Command into various ranks with a call for them to be more dedicated to their work as…
Ex-KASCO boss, Kano anti-graft commission trade tackles over property confiscation
By Abdullahi Yusuf Former Managing Director of the Kano State Agricultural Supply Company(KASCO), Dr Bala Inuwa, has accused the State Public Complaints and Anti Corruption Commission of violating an existing Court Order…
New Sheriff in Town: CP Baba Mohammed Azare Vows to Tackle Crime in Akwa Ibom
In a bold move to restore peace and security in Akwa Ibom State, the newly-appointed Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare fsi, has pledged to tackle the rising wave of crime in…
Plateau Governor Inaugurates New Civil Service Commission Members
From Tongnaan Bawa Jos Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has sworn in the Chairman and members of the Plateau State Civil Service Commission, charging them to provide visionary leadership and direction to…
We Have Improved 41,600 Women’s Livelihoods Since 2024, Says Gov. Yusuf
By Abdullahi Yusuf Kano State Government has improved the livelihoods of over 41,600 vulnerable women across the 44 local government areas of the state,since 2024. Gov.Abba Yusuf disclosed this on Tuesday while…
Jigawa Govt Settles 609 Retirees With Over N1.5 Billion
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse The Jigawa State Government, through its State and Local Government Contributory Pension Scheme, has disbursed over N1.543 billion as terminal benefits to 609 retirees across the state. The…
Akwa Ibom CP Holds Maiden Strategic Security Meeting with Officers, Decorates 142 Newly Promoted Senior Officers
The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, held his maiden strategic security meeting with members of the Management Team, Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), and Tactical…
Abba @62: Your Years are Benefitable to People – Dr. Labaran
The years of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state have been described as blessed to the people of the state. The state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf made the…
Ex-Kano Speaker Gafasa Unite Former State Assembly, Honours Danagundi, Rurum
The former Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Abdulazeez Garba Gafasa has led a forum of former lawmakers to a grand end-of-the-year dinner and awards. The occasion, attended…
Kano CP Tasks 272 Newly-promoted Officers On Patriotism, Commitment
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, Salman Dogo Garba, has charged the 272 newly-promoted officers of the state police command to be patriotic, dedicated and committed in the…
ADSI Empowers 50 Widows in Kano
The Arewa Development Support Initiative (ADSI) has empowered 50 less privileged widows in Kano State with a grant of fifty thousand naira each to boost their businesses. Speaking at the event on…
Abba Kabir: The Kano Media-Friendly Governor at 62
By Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu As Governor Abba Kabir marks his 62nd birthday, his exceptional rapport with the media takes center stage, reflecting a leadership approach characterized by openness, strategic communication, and transparency….
PDP condemns Attempted Assassination of Kaduna Central Senator, Mr LA
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned the alleged attempted assassination of Senator Lawal Adamu Usman, representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District. The PDP Supporters Group in the Northwest described the incident…
Gov. Yusuf Swears In 7 Commissioners, 6 Perm Secs, Pledges Continued Good Governance
By Abdullahi Yusuf Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State on Monday sweared in 7 new Commissioners and six new Permanent Secretaries as part of his administration’s efforts to provide good governance to…
Gov. Namadi Calls for Cleaner PHC Facilities, LG Secretariats
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse The Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar Namadi, has urged authorities to ensure improved hygiene in Primary Healthcare (PHC) facilities and Local Government (LG) secretariats across the state….