By Abdullahi Yusuf Kano State Government has announced plans to convert the famous Kofar Mata Eid Prayer Ground to an International Islamic Conference Centre to serve as a hub for religious activities….
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.
V-PeSDI Commends AMG Foundation for Ramadan Feeding Initiative
By Hannatu Sulaiman Abba The Vulnerable People Support and Development Initiative (V-PeSDI) has praised the Aminu Magashi Garba (AMG) Foundation for its continued philanthropic efforts in Kano State, particularly in providing food…
Human Rights Coordinator Highlights emerging opportunities for future women
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos As the world marks another year of progress in women’s rights, the Plateau State Coordinator, National Human Rights Commission’s (NHRC) Barr. Kyenpiya Mafuyai, has highlighted the persisting challenges…
UNICEF to Launch Maiden Newsletter for Bauchi Field Office in April
From Umar Dankano, Yola In a bid to enhance awareness of its core mission in promoting children’s well-being and welfare, UNICEF’s Bauchi Field Office is set to launch its maiden newsletter, titled…
Gov. Buni Donates Food Items to Inmates Across Yobe Correctional Facilities for Iftar
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu As part of his commitment to the welfare of Yobe State residents, Governor Mai Mala Buni has donated food items to inmates across correctional facilities in the…
CITAD Online Radio Hosts Experience-Sharing Iftar with Listeners
By Mustapha Salisu The CITAD Online Radio, in its continuous efforts to strengthen its bond with listeners since its inception five years ago, hosted an experience-sharing Iftar (breakfast) session with its active…
Gov. Buni Appoints Guinness World Record Holder, Saidu, Others as Special Assistants on Photography
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu In line with his commitment to fostering excellence and professionalism in governance, the Executive Governor of Yobe State, His Excellency, Hon. Mai Mala Buni has appointed a…
NNPC Ltd Woos Global Investors
…Says Robust Regulatory Reforms Have Transformed Nigeria into Investors’ Haven The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has called on global investors to direct their attention to the Nigerian oil and…
Trefoil Guild Nigeria Stands Against Sexual Assault, Supports Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
From Tongnaan Bawa Jos The Country chairperson of Trefoil Guild Nigeria, Dr. Christie Toby, has strongly condemned all forms of sexual harassment, intimidation, and gender-based violence in any sector of society, including…
74,452 Schoolgirls Benefit From AGILE Financial Assistance In Kano State
By Abdullahi Yusuf About 74,452 schoolgirls have so far benefitted from financial assistance, under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE). AGILE is a programme initiated by the Federal Ministry…
KNSG Flags Off Aliko Dangote Foundation’s Ramadan Food Support
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, on Thursday, represented Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at the official flag-off of the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) Ramadan Food Support program….
Glaucoma Awareness: National Eye Centre Leads Campaign in Kaduna
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The National Eye Centre (NEC), Kaduna, has taken the lead in raising awareness about glaucoma as part of the 2025 World Glaucoma Week. The event, held at the…
Canada’s RISE Project To Boost Agriculture, Empower Women, Youth In Kano State
By Abdullahi Yusuf Kano State is set to benefit from a major Canadian initiative aimed at strengthening agriculture and empowering women and youth in Northern Nigeria. This is contained in a statement…
Navigational safety: NIWA lays water buoys in Niger, Kwara
By Thompson Yamput The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has laid several buoys in Niger and Kwara States to enhance navigational safety for all water users. Mr Bola Oyebamiji, NIWA Managing Director/Chief…
Natasha/Akpabio Feud: External Plot to Tarnish Nigeria’s Image – NASAC
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The National Association for Scrap Artisans and Craft (NASAC) has said that, the ongoing feud between Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is part of a…
Jos North Chairman Urges Appointees to Align With Governor Mutfwang’s Vision
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Executive Chairman of Jos North Local Government Council in Plateau State, Barr. John Kyohroh Christopher has tasked the newly sworn in appointees to align with the broader…
Yola High Court Adjourns Fufore Emirate Suit to April 3 for Further Hearing
From Umar Dankano, Yola A High court sitting in Yola has adjourned the hearing to 3rd April 2025 in the suit instituted by three (3) aggrieved members of Adamawa Emirate challenging the…
ROUTE EXPANSION: Governor Radda Lauds United Nigeria Airline in Katsina
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has commended United Nigeria Airline for commencing air transport operations between Katsina and Abuja. Speaking at takeoff ceremony at Katsina Airport today, Governor Radda emphasized…
We Are Taking Steps To Safeguard Kano Schools – Gov. Yusuf
By Abdullahi Yusuf Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State says his administration has taken significant steps to ensure the safety of all schools across the state. Yusuf disclosed this at the opening…
Sen. Lalong Condoles JIBWIS Over Death of Sheikh Saeed Hassan Jingir
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District Simon Lalong has sent condolences to Muslim Ummah over the death of the Deputy National Chairman of the Ulama Council of Jama’atu…
President Tinubu Hosts Governors, Service Chiefs, FEC Members to Iftar
President Bola Tinubu has urged heads of sub-nationals and other leaders to continue to strive for a greater Nigeria desired by the citizens. President Tinubu made the plea when he hosted state…
Adamawa: Arrested Kidnapper of Catholic Clergymen Was a Church Member, Not Mass Server – Bishop Mamza
From Umar Dankano, Yola The Catholic Diocese of Yola has refuted claims that the arrested suspect involved in the kidnapping of two Catholic priests was a mass server, clarifying that he was…
IGP Inaugurates New Force Management Team, Reaffirms Police Agenda
From Mustapha Salisu In a pivotal moment for the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, today, formally inaugurated the newly restructured Force Management Team…
Adamawa: 34-Year-Old Altar Servant Arrested for Alleged Abduction of Two Reverend Fathers
From Umar Dankano, Yola The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested Tahamado J. Demian, a 34-year-old altar servant, for allegedly orchestrating the abduction of two Reverend Fathers in Numan. The clergymen, Abraham…
Group Demands Shinkafi’s Arrest for Defying Zamfara Government’s Ban on Political Gatherings
… I Didn’t Violate Any Executive Order – Shinkafi From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna A political group, Neutral Minds for Nigeria’s Political Growth and Development, has called for the arrest of APC chieftain…