By Adamu Aminu As our passenger plane made its final stop on the runway of Tunde Idiagbon International Airport, Ilorin, Kwara State, at precisely 3:45 PM on Tuesday, 21st January 2026, I…
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.
Gov. Yusuf Set to rejoin APC on Monday
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, is set to rejoin the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday, 26 January 2026, following his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples…
Oyedeji Leads With Heart, Extends Solidarity to Flood-Hit Mozambique
By Ado Salisu Olumide Oyedeji, the man widely tipped to lead the next board of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), has shown leadership beyond the court, extending a powerful hand of compassion…
Kano Politics has Predominantly Been in the Opposition
By Dr. Umar Ardo, Ph.D The resignation of Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State from the NNPP leading towards the 2027 general elections is a big mistake, if he eventually joins the…
Int’l Day of Education 2026: The Role of Youths in Co-Creating Education
By Hajara Abdullahi The United Nations has designated 24th January as the International Day of Education, a global event aimed at recognizing the role of education in promoting peace, development, and human…
Gov. Yusuf Relieves Political Adviser Sunusi Surajo Kwankwaso, Appoints Hamza Buhari Bakwana
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has relieved his Political Adviser, Sunusi Surajo Kwankwaso, of his appointment with immediate effect over poor performance. This was contained in a statement issued by…
Gov. Yusuf Distributes 600 Motorcycles to Social Media Influencers
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has distributed 600 motorcycles to social media influencers and digital content creators across the state to enhance coverage and dissemination of government activities. This was…
Jaji’s Leadership Boosts APC’s Chances of Winning 2027 Elections in Zamfara
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The Zamfara State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken significant steps to strengthen its cohesion and capability ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party’s…
Retired permanent secretaries laud Gov Lawal over impactful projects in Zamfara
From John Bassey, Zamfara The association of Zamfara State Retired Permanent Secretaries has commended the Executive Governor, Dr. Dauda Lawal over impactful projects and careful implementation of his six points rescue Agenda….
National Quranic Recitation Day: Gov. Buni Urges National Unity, Prayer for Lasting Peace
From Alhaji Yusuf -Damaturu At the inaugural National Qur’an Recitation Day, Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has emphasized prayer, unity, and shared responsibility as foundational pillars for ensuring peace and stability…
Youth Group Urges Senator Bomai to Run for Yobe Governor in 2027
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu A youth coalition, the Bomai Yobe East Solidarity Movement, has formally called on Senator Ibrahim Mohammad Bomai to contest the Yobe State governorship election in 2027. The endorsement…
Zulum Approves Upward Review of Allowances for CJTF, Vigilantes, Volunteers
…Earmarks N232.4 million for Monthly Allowance By Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved an upward review of the monthly allowances to volunteers under the Borno Youth…
Zamfara Govt commences payment of N150,000 allowance for Medical Corps Members
From John Bassey, Zamfara The Zamfara State Government has commenced the implementation of a special allowance package for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state, with medical doctors set…
Clerics Urge Marketers to Show Mercy, Reduce Food Prices
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna A Nigerian pastor has mobilised over 1,000 Christian and Muslim volunteers to visit markets across Northern Nigeria and appeal to traders not to hike the prices of commodities…
Family Ties and Threats: Expert Warns Nigerians on Rising Security Risks from Within Homes
By Mustapha Salisu A security analyst, Ambassador Abdullahi Bakoji Adamu, has cautioned Nigerians to remain vigilant against potential threats from within their families, stressing that relationships should not blind individuals to security…
Why December Is No Longer Cold in Northern Nigeria
By Mubarak Mahmud, PhD France National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment There was a time when December in Northern Nigeria announced itself unmistakably. Mornings were cold enough to sting the…
BREAKING: Gov. Yusuf Resigns NNPP Membership as Kano Political Realignment Deepens
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing deepening internal crises and the need to safeguard the…
Free Nutrition Supplement Boosts Infant Growth, Reduces Malnutrition in Jos
From Tongnaan Bawa Jos The Plateau State Government’s investment in preventive child nutrition is beginning to show measurable impact, as a free nutrition supplement programme supported by the United Nations Children’s Fund…
Islam, Nationhood Take Centre Stage at Northwest University Conference
By Mustapha Salisu The Department of Islamic Studies, Northwest University, Kano, in collaboration with the International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT), Nigeria Office, has held its 3rd International Conference themed “Islam and…
USGEAAN Seeks Strategic STEM Partnership with American Space Jos
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The United States Government Exchange Alumni Association of Nigeria (USGEAAN) has proposed a strategic Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) partnership with American Space Jos to expand access…
NEDC Begins 2.5km Road, Bridges Construction in Potiskum
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The North East Development Commission (NEDC) on Thursday officially handed over the construction of two major infrastructure projects in Potiskum, Yobe State. The flagship project is a new…
NCS, Kano Chapter Holds Stakeholders’ Meeting Ahead of World Cancer Day 2026
By Mustapha Salisu As part of preparations for the 2026 World Cancer Day (WCD) celebration, the Nigeria Cancer Society (NCS), Kano State Chapter, on January 20, 2026, convened its second stakeholders’ meeting…
KEDCO Clarifies Picketing by In-House Unions
By Mustapha Salisu The Management of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has clarified that the recent picketing of its offices by members of the Senior Staff Association of Electricity and Allied Companies…
Troops eliminate terrorists, rescue 62 hostages in Kebbi, Zamfara
Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised two terrorists in Kebbi State and rescued 62 hostages in Zamfara State during coordinated operations across Sector 2, the Nigerian…
Governor Radda Pledges Stronger Synergy with Police to Deepen Peace, Security
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to consolidate peace, protect lives and property, and…