From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna Ibrahim Salihu, a young horticulturist from Kaduna State, is making remarkable strides in transforming arid and desert-prone areas into thriving green forests. Through the annual planting of millions…
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.
EXCLUSIVE: Ganduje Pushes Garo for Kano Deputy Governor as APC Stakeholders Kick Against Move
The former Governor of Kano State and immediate past National Chairman of the APC, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has held a closed door meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) at the Presidential…
FG, Kano Government Plan Upgrade of Aliko Dangote Skills Acquisition Centre
By Ladi Halilu In a major move to strengthen technical and vocational education, the Federal Government of Nigeria, the Kano State Government have commenced plans to upgrade the Aliko Dangote Ultra Modern…
32 Secondary Schools to compete in Nestle Milo basketball in Kano
By Ado Salisu 32 Secondary schools in Kano would compete in the state preliminaries of the forthcoming Inter-Secondary Nestle Milo basketball championship for both boys and girls category scheduled to hold between…
El- Rufai/Uba Sani and Pantami’s Perceived Peace of the Graveyard
By Bala Ibrahim Yesterday was Sunday, a day recognized as the first day of the week, which in the Bible, holds supreme significance as the day of Jesus Christ’s resurrection. Some Christians…
Adamawa Elders Council applauds Professor Yilwatda’s return as APC National Chairman
From Umar Dankano, Yola The Adamawa Progressive Elders Council has described the re-election of the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC at the concluded national convention of the party. This…
Land Expropriation: Institute wants Nigeria’s 48-yr-old Land Use Act reviewed
By Zubairu Idris A research conducted by the Yusufu Bala Usman Institute, Zaria, on Land Governance, Ecology and Insecurity in four Northern States, has stressed the need for the review of the…
Yobe State University Matriculates 2,240 Students, VC Emphasises Entrepreneurship
From Alhaji Yusuf Damaturu Yobe State University (YSU) has matriculated 2,240 students during its 18th matriculation ceremony for the 2025/2026 academic session. The Vice Chancellor, Mohammed Bashir Yahir, said the institution is…
Benin Barracks Gives General Akerejola Ceremonial Pull-Out
By Ado Salisu The Nigerian Army’s Supply and Transport Barracks hosted a full-dress pull-out parade Saturday as Major General Erema Akerejola retired after decades of service. Family, friends and senior officers gathered…
Kano Secures Seven Medals on Day Two of 3rd National Para Games
By Yusuf A Yusuf, Giginyu Kano State recorded an impressive performance on Day Two of the 3rd National Para Games, winning a total of seven medals across different events. In para taekwondo,…
Yobe Police Mark National Police Day with Medical Outreach, Sanitation Exercise
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Yobe State Police Command has commenced activities to mark the 2026 National Police Day, celebrated annually on April 7th. Under this year’s theme,“Community Partnership: Building Trust,” the…
Gov. Mutfwang visits Angwan Rukuba,vows justice for victims of Sporadic terror attack
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Plateau State Governor Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, on Monday visited Angwan Rukuba in Jos North Local Government Area, following the tragic attack of Sunday, March 29, 2026, which…
Oyedeji Leads Tributes as Nigerian Basketball Mourns Legend Lawal Garba
By Ado Salisu The Nigerian basketball community has been thrown into mourning following the death of former AJUBA champion and international standout, Lawal “Larry” Garba, a man whose legacy still echoes across…
Ruby House Triumphs as Benford Int’l School Hosts Colourful Inter-House Sports, Launches N250m “Play, Swim, and Grow Initiative”
By Ado Salisu Ruby House emerged overall winner at Benford International School Inter-House Sports and facilities launch in Abuja, titled “Play, Swim and Grow Initiative”, showcasing talent and grassroots sports development. Chairman,…
45 Students Clinch N50m Under FG Student Venture Capital Grant
By Hajara Abdullahi No fewer than 45 students, selected from 65 finalists across private and tertiary institutions, have received N50 million under the Federal Government’s Student Venture Capital Grant (S-VCG). The initiative…
Army Arrests 20 Suspects, Rescues Kidnap Victims in Coordinated Operations
By Hajara Abdullahi The Nigerian Army has arrested 20 suspects and rescued nine kidnapped victims in a series of coordinated operations across the North East, North West and North Central regions. This…
Plateau Government Imposes 48-Hour Curfew in Jos North
Plateau Government Imposes 48-Hour Curfew in Jos North From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Plateau State Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew in Jos North Local Government Area following a deadly security incident….
Jagaban Cup Scouting Tournament a Success, Says Lagos State League, CEO Wale Joseph
Grassroots players throughout Nigeria have been urged to maintain good conduct and ensure they behave appropriately as they pursue better opportunities. This advice was given by Mr. Wale Joseph, the Coordinator…
Military Kills 38 ISWAP Fighters in Repelled Attack on Borno Base
By Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu Troops from Operation HADIN KAI have successfully repelled a coordinated attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) militants on a military forward operating base in Mandaragirau, Borno…
Kano Celebrates 13 Months Polio-Free, Flags Off 2026 Immunization Campaign
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State has recorded a major public health milestone of 13 consecutive months without a single case of poliovirus, reaffirming its leadership in Nigeria’s polio eradication efforts. In a…
Polio: Adamawa Flags Off NIPDs, Targets 1.4 Million Children
From Umar Dankano, Yola The Adamawa State Government has flagged off the 2026 National Immunization Plus Days (NIPDs), targeting about 1.4 million children across the state. The Executive Chairman of the Adamawa…
APC Stalwart Calls for Unity, Backs Inuwa’s Leadership After Party Meetings
From Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe A prominent member of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Zakariyya Jidda, has reaffirmed his loyalty to the party’s leadership at all levels, urging members to prioritise unity…
NCC Directs Telecom Operators to Compensate Subscribers for Poor Network Service
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to provide compensation to subscribers whose network quality of service experience is below specified targets within specific locations. The Commission’s position…
Elrufai and the Embodiment of Emotion in the Injury of Injustice
By Bala Ibrahim It is no longer news that the mother of Mallam Nasir El-Rufai is dead. She died last week, in Cairo, the capital of Egypt, after an illness associated with…
Kano Sports Commission Ag. Chairman Inspects Athletes’ Facilities at the 3rd National Para Games
By Yusuf A Yusuf Giginyu The Acting Chairman of the Kano State Sports Commission (KSSC), Dr. Murtala Musa, has expressed satisfaction with the welfare arrangements provided for Kano athletes participating in the…