By Abdu Labaran Malumfashi This is a confession I should have made much earlier. But failure to do that at the time it should have been done has caused many people to…
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.
KSH Foundation Equips 300 Young Girls with Digital Skills Across Nigeria
In an effort to enhance internet connectivity and digital literacy among young girls, KSH Foundation has successfully engaged and trained 300 young girls across Nigeria through her EveryGirl 2.0 (Girl Connect) Virtual…
Kano-LEADS Advocates for Community Schools’ Revitalization
By Mustapha Salisu Kano Leadership Enlightenment and Advocacy for Development Initiatives (Kano-LEADS), a Non-Governmental Organization, has launched an advocacy visit to various community schools within and outside Kano metropolis. PRIME TIME NEWS…
Sen. Lalong Mourns Veteran Broadcaster, Nanyak Tyem Miner, Former News Director, PRTVC
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District, Simon Lalong has mourned the death of veteran broadcaster Nanyak Tyem Miner who passed unto glory recently at the age of 69….
President Tinubu Not Discriminating Against The North – VP Shettima
By Abdullahi Yusuf Vice President Kashim Shettima has said that President Bola Tinubu is not discriminating against the North,contrary to insinuations in some quarters. Shettima said that President Bola Tinubu is having…
NDLEA leads Gombe stakeholders in a walk against drug abuse
From Hajara Usman, Gombe The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Tuesday in Gombe, led other stakeholders in a sensitisation road walk against drug abuse and trafficking. The event is part…
Let’s Use Public Relations to Forge Unity Across Africa – Information Minister
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stressed the imperative need to leverage the power of public relations in the collective efforts to forge unity, understanding, and shared prosperity across…
Kano: Gov. Yusuf approves release of N4.8 billion for renovation of schools, construction of additional classrooms
… Engages 1, 600 school guards across 44 LGAs for safety of students, school infrastructure The Kano State government has disbursed cheques totaling over N1.9 billion to the Chairmen of the Community…
Zamfara: Conflicts are resolvable even without Courts, NGO trains Communities
From Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau A Country Director of a Nongovernmental Organization International Alert (IA), Paul Bemshima Nyulaku, has opined that the locally triggered conflicts could be resolved even without going to Courts…
Experts demand sexual harassment policy in Nigerian tertiary institutions
By Khadijah Aliyu Media editors in Nigeria converged for a one-day residential consultation in collaboration with Alliances for Africa towards addressing sexual harassment in Nigerian tertiary institutions. Thirty journalists were selected from…
Mambayya House Vows Steady Fight Against Corruption in Nigeria
By Mustapha Salisu The Aminu Kano Centre for Democratic Studies, Mambayya House, at Bayero University, Kano, has pledged to remain a relentless force against corruption in Nigeria, regardless of funding limitations. This…
ADUST Wudil VC Inaugurates LOC for Zone E NUGA Preliminary Games
By Muzammil Dalhatu Yola The Vice Chancellor of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUST) Wudil, Professor Musa Tukur Yakasai, inaugurated the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the upcoming Zone E…
Healthcare Service Delivery: Governor Yusuf commits over N1 Billion for training schools, free MNCH programme
…Grants approval for set up of sickle cell centre at Murtala Specialist Hospital Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State is spearheading a significant transformation in the healthcare sector, with a comprehensive…
Food Security: Gov. Yusuf approves purchase of over N5b fertilizer to Kano farmers
In his efforts to facilitate food sufficiency through Agricultural transformation, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has approved the purchase of fertilizer worth over five billion naira. In a statement issued…
Royal Rumble: Police Deploy More Personnel To Emir Sanusi, Emir Bayero’s Palaces
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Police Command in Kano State has deployed additional armed personnel to the palaces of Emir Muhammadu Sunusi II and Emir Aminu Ado Bayero. The outgoing Commissioner of Police…
Politics: The Gathering Storm Against 2027
By Abdu Labaran Malumfashi A little after the Sallah break, all roads appeared to have led to Katsina state. To the towns of Katsina and Daura, in particular. And the common thread…
MACBAN Rejects Animal Husbandry Bill, Cites Restriction of Herders’ Rights
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has rejected the Animal Husbandry Bill, citing concerns that it will infringe on the rights of herders and hinder the livestock industry. According…
Gidan Yanci Fellows Demand Action Against Rising Thuggery In Kano
By Mustapha Salisu The Gidan Yanci Fellows have raised alarms over the recent increase in thuggery, locally known as ‘fadan daba,’ in the Kano area, calling for urgent and decisive action to…
Drug Abuse And Its Negative Impact on Our Society
By Abdu Labaran Malumfashi The Chairman and Chief Executive (CE) of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier-General Muhammed Buba Marwa rtd, would no doubt want to see the end of…
BREAKING: Fire Outbreak Hits Ado Bayero Mall In Kano
A fire outbreak is currently razing a section of Ado Bayero Mall along Zoo road in Kano. The fire engulfed at the Ni9ne section of the mall formally occupied by Game Store….
Bello@49: Kogi Journalists Felicitates Ex-Kogi Gov, Hails His Leadership Qualities
Kogi Central Journalists Guild (KCJG), has felicitated with the former governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello on his 49th birthday. A press statement signed by the Guild’s National President, Malam…
Sallah Durbar: How Police Save Kano From Violence
Despite the rejection of Kano State Government on police decision to ban Sallah durbar during the Eidl Kabir festivities, the 16th Emir of Kano Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi went ahead to hold…
Lessons from Rwandan Genocide – By Adamu S. Ladan
My recent trip to Kigali, Rwanda a few days ago provided me with insight towards resolving ongoing conflicts in northern Nigeria. While there, I was opportuned to visit the country’s genocide memorial…
Eid-el-Kabir: Gov. Buni Urges Fervent Prayers for Yobe, Nigeria
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has called on residents to use the Eid-el-Kabir celebration as an opportunity to offer fervent prayers for the state and…
Federal Government Agents Must Uphold The Law, Not Cause Havoc in Kano
By Turaki Abubakar The recent turmoil surrounding the emirship throne in Kano is distressing and alarming. I am compelled to speak out against the blatant disregard for the law and moral integrity…