By Hajara Abdullahi Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Sarkin Hausawa of Ibadanland, Alhaji Ali Zungeru. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the…
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.
INEC Resumes Voter Registration Ahead of 2027 Elections
By Hajara Abdullahi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has resumed voter registration nationwide, marking the commencement of the second phase of the exercise, Punch reports. This development was confirmed on Monday…
PLASU Awards Three Major Infrastructure Contracts
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Plateau State University (PLASU), Bokkos, has awarded three major infrastructure contracts aimed at strengthening academic facilities and improving campus security. In a statement signed by the Acting public…
Borno Governor Unveils Digitalisation Plan for Secondary Schools
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has inaugurated two newly constructed Government Secondary Schools (GSSS) in Fikiyel and Balbaya, Bayo Local Government Area, as part of efforts…
SAPZ Partners with Media to Boost Nutrition, Agricultural Productivity in Kano State
By Mustapha Salisu The Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Programme in Kano State has organised a one-day media sensitisation training on Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) for improved nutrition, aimed at strengthening the…
KEDCO Promotes 1500 in Major Staff Welfare, Performance Boost
Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has approved a merit-based promotion of 1,500 members of staff as part of its ongoing commitment to staff welfare, motivation, and building a performance-driven workforce. In a…
Katsina govt disburses N65m to banditry victims, says peace returning across State
From Fauziyya Lawal, Katsina The Katsina State Government has disbursed N65 million as cash assistance to victims of banditry attacks in Sabuwa Local Government Area as part of its continued support for…
CITAD, NYED Trains Out-of-School Youths on Digital Technology, Entrepreneurship in Kano
By Mustapha Salisu The Center for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) in collaboration with The New Turn for Youth Enthusiasm and Development (NYED) has concluded an eight-week training program aimed at equipping…
Gov. Buni Receives ACReSAL Policy Document, Reaffirms Commitment to Tackling Environmental Challenges
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to addressing the environmental challenges facing the state. In a statement issued by the…
IN-DEPTH: How Nigeria’s prisons became hotbeds for tuberculosis
…No GeneXpert machines in Nigerian prisons, inmates referred outside for tests, NCoS confirms By Muslim Muhammad Yusuf Kala Daniel, found himself trapped in a waiting trial for six long months in a…
Power Minister, Adelabu Assures Nigerians of Stable Power Supply in 2026
By Hajara Abdullahi The Minister of Power, Mr. Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians of a sustained and reliable electricity supply in 2026. This was revealed in a statement signed by his Special…
Ya Zarah Foundation Holds 7th Qur’anic Competition for Orphans in Potiskum
From Alhaji Yusuf Damaturu The Ya Zarah Orphan Care Foundation reinforced its commitment to nurturing youth through faith and learning at its 7th Annual Qur’anic Musabaqa and Walima, held on December 27,…
Kano Governor Set to Defect to APC on Monday
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, is set to officially join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday, DAILY NIGERIAN reports. Governor Yusuf, who currently serves as the sole governor under…
Gombe Govt Disburses N14 Million to Families of 7 Deceased Journalists
The Gombe State Government has disbursed a total of N14 million to the families of seven journalists who lost their lives in a tragic motor accident along the Billiri-Kumo Road. Ismaila Uba…
INEC Chairman Reaffirms Commitment to Credible Elections in 2027
By Hajara Abdullahi The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash O. Amupitan, SAN, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to delivering free, fair, and credible elections in 2027. Amupitan…
NNPP Dissolves Party Leadership in Kano as Governor Abba Prepares to Defect
By Mustapha Salisu The national leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has dissolved all structures of the party in Kano State from the state level down to local government and…
Gov. Mutfwang Joins APC, Calls for Unity, Renewed Hope in Plateau
From Tongnaan Bawa Jos Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has formally defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC, declaring that the move marks the beginning of a new era of unity, reconciliation,…
NSCDC Condemns Killing of Volunteer Staff in Kano, Arrests Four Suspects
By Aisha Abubakar Maiagogo The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, has condemned in strong terms the brutal stabbing to death of a volunteer of the Corps, Abdurrauf…
Man of the Year: Professor Abdullahi Pakistan, The Game Changer
By Sagiru Abdullahi Kwanar Huguma Leadership, when anchored on vision, integrity, and service, has the power to redefine institutions and inspire confidence among the people. In the year under review, one public…
Gov. Buni Attends Kanem Borno Cultural Summit
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, on Thursday joined dignitaries from across Nigeria, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon at the Kanem Borno Cultural Summit, a gathering…
Christmas Film Feud Sparks Copyright Debate in Nollywood
By Ado Salisu Nollywood’s festive movie season has been marred by allegations of copyright infringement involving two Christmas-themed films. A Kristmas to Love, produced by Lily Perez Films, became a Top 5…
New Year: Gombe Revenue Tribunal Reaffirms Drive for Fair Tax Administration
From Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe The Gombe State Revenue Tribunal has extended New Year greetings to the people of the state, while reiterating its commitment to justice, fairness, transparency, and sustainable development in…
CCSPCR Extends New Year Message of Peace, Unity, Renewed Commitment to Jigawa People
By Mustapha Salisu The Civil Society Coalition on Peace, Security, and Conflict Resolution (CCSPCR) has extended warm New Year 2026 greetings to the government and people of Jigawa State, urging continued unity,…
Yobe Youth Groups Rally Behind Lawan Kolo Geidam for 2027 Gubernatorial Bid
From Alhaji Yusuf Damaturu Youth organizations across Yobe State have publicly declared their support for Lawan Kolo Geidam as their preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The endorsement was formally announced…
Gov. Yusuf Felicitates with Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo at 48
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has felicitated with Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, Founder of Maryam Abacha American University (MAAUN), on the occasion of his birthday. The governor described him as…