In a significant collaboration, Melsmore Marine Nigeria Limited has undertaken the responsibility of relocating the Modular Floating Dock of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). Osagie Edward, NIMASA’s Assistant Director…
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.
Kano Police arrests 3 suspected cocaine couriers, unveils trafficking ring
The Kano State Police Command has made significant strides in combating drug trafficking with the arrest of three individuals suspected of facilitating the smuggling of cocaine into Saudi Arabia. This was contained…
Emir of Kano calls for special prayers to end crises in Niger Republic
Amidst the ongoing conflict in Niger Republic, the Emir of Kano has issued a heartfelt plea for divine intervention to bring an end to the turmoil. Abubakar Balarabe kofar Naisa, Chief Press…
CITAD School of Community Network bridges digital divide in Bichi community through study tour
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) is making strides in closing the digital divide in Nigeria through its annual School of Community Networks Training. The program, now in its third…
Gov. Mutfwang expresses grief over bloody attacks in heipang, Mangu; urges security personnel to fish-out
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has expressed sadness over the bloody attack that claimed several lives in the Heipang community of Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area at the early…
Nigerian Army clarifies voluntary discharge of soldiers amidst allegations
The Nigerian Army has responded to recent allegations made by Sahara Reporters regarding the voluntary discharge of 25 soldiers. In a statement issued to PRIME TIME NEWS by the Director, Army Public…
British High Commissioner visits Jigawa, pledges more support
Governor Mallam Umar Namadi of Jigawa State received Mr. Richard Montgomery, the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, during his working visit to Jigawa State on Thursday. Hamisu Mohammed Gumel, Chief Press Secretary…
Ecuador’s Lasso declares state of emergency after assassination of Presidential Candidate
Ecuador’s President Guillermo Lasso has declared a state of emergency lasting for two months, in the wake of the tragic assassination of a prominent presidential candidate. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday…
All Hail The Chief Of Staff, Comrade Muhammad Garba
By Abdullahi Yusuf On Tuesday, August 8, 2023, Nigerians woke up to the cheering news about the fresh appointment of one of the nation’s foremost Information Managers, astute Administrator, thoroughbred Journalist and…
Plateau Dep. Governor felicitates with Jay FM on 7th anniversary celebration
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Plateau State Deputy Governor, Josephine Piyo has felicitated with Jay FM on its 7th year anniversary. Piyo rejoiced with the remarkable radio station in Plateau state on reaching…
SOKAMUDA expresses discontent over Senate’s decision on El-Rufai’s nomination
The Southern Kaduna Muslim Ummah Development Association (SOKAMUDA) has voiced their strong displeasure regarding the recent turn of events at the National Assembly in Abuja. The organization has raised concerns over the…
Africa Social Impact Summit 2023: Amina Mohammed, others to serve as leads
From Hamisu Ado Nguru Renowned global figures Amina Mohammed, Abubakar Suleiman, Joyce Banda, Matthias Schmale and Professor Oyebanji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka are set to take center stage as headliners at the forthcoming Africa Social…
Jigawa Governor’s wife calls for breastfeeding friendly spaces at workplaces
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse As part of effort to strengthen exclusive breastfeeding, the wife of Jigawa state governor, Hajiya Hadiza Umar Namadi has called for the provision of breastfeeding friendly spaces at…
Plateau Dep. Governor, other female Dep. Governors seek gender equality, empowerment support for women
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Plateau State Deputy Governor, Josephine Piyo, has expressed optimism that through strengthened collective efforts and cohesive collaborations, a brighter future can be created not just for the people…
APC calls on Zamfara PDP-led Govt to gear up against insecurity
From Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau The Zamfara state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed deep concern over the manner the Dauda Lawal Dare led administration is handling security issues even…
Gov Mutfwang tasks commissioners on innovations at 1st executive council meeting
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has tasked his newly inaugurated Commissioners, to be innovative in their approach to effective service delivery. The Governor disclosed this during the first…
Alleged Extortion: CMD/CMO of Urology Centre asked to step aside
The Hospitals Management Board and ministry for health under the leadership of Dr. Mansur Mudi Nagoda and Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf has asked the chief medical director and the chief medical officer…
Nigerian Army adopting emerging technologies for operational efficiency – COAS
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has advocated the sustenance of utilization of emerging technologies for operational efficiency in the Nigerian Army (NA). The COAS stated this today…
FCDO urges Gov Namadi to establish Digital Agency
From Mika’il Abdullah, Dutse The Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO), has called on Jigawa state government to establish agency or ministry for digital economy. The call was made by the founder of…
Zamfara concern citizens protest against Matawalle’s nomination
From Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau The Concern Citizens of Zamfara State have taken a peaceful demonstration to the house of Senate demanding the immediate removal of former Governor Bello Matawalle from the screened…
Cancer: AHBN urges moving 2024 budget line to NICRAT
The Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN), has proposed that 2024 Cancer Health Fund (CHF) Budget Line be move from the Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH) to the National Institute for Cancer Research…
Azman Air halts operations, enforces unpaid leave for staff
Azman Air has once more suspended its operations just a month after resuming flights, attributing the shutdown to a scarcity of available aircraft. The airline has also taken the step to place…
When Tough Times Get Tougher
By Abdullahi Yusuf There is a saying that: “When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Gets Going.” In our lives today, the going had already gotten tough, and what we now experience…
Sen. Plang hails Tinubu for Lalong’s ministerial nomination
From Tongnaan Dada, Jos The Senator Representing Plateau Central in Plateau State, Diket Plang, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for nominating the former governor of Plateau State, Simon Lalong, as a…
Crisis looms as Northern groups oppose military action in Niger Republic
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna A coalition comprising 593 groups under the banner of the Northern Consensus Movement (NCM) has called upon the President of Nigeria to reconsider and withdraw his proposed military…