From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State University (YSU) has emerged victorious in the National Orientation Agency’s (NOA) National Campus Debate competition, representing the North-East zone. The contest was held today, September…
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.
CITAD Trains KHAIRUN Staff on Blockchain, Fintech in Kano
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has organised a three-day intensive training on blockchain and financial technology for staff of Khalifa Isyaka Rabiu University (KHAIRUN), Kano. The training, which ended…
KNSG Directs Petitions, Counter Petitions on Sheikh Lawan Triumph to Shura Council
The Kano State Government has received several petitions and counterpetitions from faith-based Islamic religious organizations concerning the recent comments made by Sheikh Lawan Triumph in Kano. His Excellency the Givernor of Kano…
Our goal is to continue to serve as a bridge between leaders and people, be instrumental in ensuring the truth – Dr. Maryam Danjaki
At a Stakeholders’ meeting of All Progressive Congress, the National Chairperson of the Group, Dr. Maryam Yunusa Danjaki, said the Group’s mission is to be committed and implement strategies to advance the…
Kano Indigenes in FG Reaffirm Support for Ganduje, Tinubu Ahead of 2027
Kano State indigenes appointed to various positions by the Federal Government have reaffirmed their loyalty to the leadership of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election…
Association of Local Government Information Officers in Nigeria Honours Gov. Yusuf
The Association of Local Government Information Officers in Nigeria has honoured Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, with the presentation of an award of excellence as the best supportive governor in…
Zenith Bank Awards N15 Million to Yobe Students for Winning Global English Competition in London
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Zenith Bank PLC presented a total of N15 million to three female students from Nigerian Tulip International Colleges (NTIC) for their outstanding victory at the 2025 World…
We are Committed to Providing Efficient Services, Says Jimeta
The Managing Director/CEO of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), Dr. Abubakar Shuaibu Jimeta, has reaffirmed KEDCO’s unwavering commitment to delivering efficient and reliable electricity services to its customers across its franchise states…
NDE Inducts 64 Artisans for Renewed Hope Employment Training in Adamawa
From Umar Dankano, Yola The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has inducted 64 beneficiaries for a three-month vocational skills training under the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative in Adamawa State. Speaking at the…
NPJ Commends GIZ for Training Journalists on Peace Reporting in Kaduna
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The Network of Peace Journalists (NPJ) has lauded Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) and Peacecore for organizing a three-day media training workshop in Kaduna, designed to strengthen…
Stakeholders, Press urges Implementation of High-Impact Practices to Improve Maternal, Child Health
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The push to improve the health of women and children in Kaduna took centre stage on as stakeholders rallied behind a call for the integration of High Impact…
Food Insecurity: UNICEF empowers local actors to deliver life-saving aid in North East Nigeria
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is expanding its flagship local capacity-building program from Borno State to Yobe State in Northeast Nigeria as part of a strategic move…
Gov. Buni Swears in New Grand Khadi, Advisers, and Permanent Secretaries
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has sworn into office a new Grand Khadi, Abba Alhaji Mamadi, alongside five Special Advisers, 13 Permanent Secretaries, and a Permanent…
CITAD urges men, religious leaders to join fight against gender-based violence
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has called on religious leaders in Kano to use their platforms to preach against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) and to encourage men to…
Sule Yau Sule @60: Celebrating a Master of Strategic Communication
By Yushau A. Shuaib After completing a six-year tenure as spokesperson for the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) in 2006—following my earlier role as Press Secretary at the Federal Ministry…
Kano MAN: Dangote Refinery Reviving Moribund Companies In Nigeria
The Kano-Jigawa branch of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has hailed the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals for its role in revitalizing struggling companies in Nigeria. According to the Association, the refinery’s…
NSCDC Commandant Idris Tours Nafada, Funakaye, Kwami LGAs
From Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe The Gombe State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Commandant Jibrin Idris, has embarked on an operational tour of divisional offices across the state,…
Adamawa Records Rise in Family Planning Users as TCI Winds Up Intervention
From Umar Dankano, Yola The Challenge Initiative (TCI), in partnership with the Adamawa State Government, has wrapped up its three-year family planning intervention program in the state, recording significant progress in uptake…
LND Rejects Dialogue with Bandits, Applauds INEC’s Party Registration Transparency
From Umar Dankano, Yola The League of Northern Democrats (LND) has strongly opposed the recent negotiations between some state governments and bandits, describing the move as an attempt to legitimize criminality. In…
Group Urges Tinubu to Sustain Food Import Policy, Warns Against Hoarders
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has thrown its weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policy on food subsidy and importation, calling it a critical…
The Positive Impact of Maryam Abacha Group of Universities
By Shehu Adamu Introduction Education remains one of the most powerful tools for national development, and private universities continue to play a vital role in expanding access to higher learning across Africa….
Kano Govt Reiterates Commitment to Digital Transformation
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to harnessing digital innovation as a key driver…
Kano Deputy Governor Inspects Proposed Site for Gaya Polytechnic Take-Off
By Mustapha Salisu The Kano State Deputy Governor, Comr. Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, on Tuesday visited Gaya Local Government Area to inspect the proposed site for the establishment of a new Polytechnic in…
NUJ Plateau Members Urged to Explore Fish Farming for Economic Growth
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Plateau State Chapter, have been encouraged to embrace fish farming and aquaculture as viable means of achieving self-reliance and boosting…
Gov. Buni Distributes 50,000 Bags of Grains to Vulnerable Persons
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Governor, Dr. Mai Mala Buni, has flagged off the distribution of 50,000 bags of assorted grains to vulnerable persons across the state’s 17 local…