The Federal Government has affirmed the Dangote Group’s pivotal role in the country’s push towards industrialization, as the company took the center stage at the ongoing Kaduna International Trade Fair. Acting Permanent…
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.
Ganduje Foundation sponsors free eye treatment for 1000 Jigawa residents
By Mustapha Salisu Ganduje Foundation has sponsored free eye treatment for 1000 residents of Jigawa State. Aminu Dahiru, SSA to the National Chairman on Visual Communication&Events disclosed in a statement issued to…
The Need to Solarize Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila
By Jasrah Gadanga Electricity is a fundamental necessity for academic institutions, providing power for learning, research, and daily student activities. Unfortunately, students at Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila, are facing severe hardships due to…
NNPC Refutes Misleading Claims in Viral Video
By Mustapha Salisu The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd strongly refutes the false and misleading allegations made in a viral video circulating online, which claims that NNPC fuel does not last….
Why Nigeria’s Opposition Must Form a New Party
By Umar Ardo, Ph.D In recent discussions, prominent opposition leaders in Nigeria are exploring forming a coalition to unseat the incumbent president in the forthcoming 2027 elections. However, their current strategy appears…
Kano Community in Shock as Newborn Baby Found Dead in Abandoned Carton
By Mustapha Salisu The residents of Tudun Murtala Tagarji community in Kano State woke up to the sight of a newborn baby abandoned in a carton. At around 2 a.m. on Saturday,…
Insecurity Grips MMSH’s Vicinity: Patients, Staff Under Fear of Phone Snatchers
By Ahmad Deedat Murtala Muhammad Specialists Hospital (MMSH), one of largest facilities across the nation in terms of services provided and the largest state-owned facility in Kano, has a certain distinction in…
NGO Empowers Jigawa Media Influencers on Education
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse A non governmental organization known as Beta Nigeria, engaged and empowered media influencers on how to improve education in Jigawa state. Hajiya Aida Isah a team member of…
MPPPM&E Trains DAGS, Heads of Account Units On Procurement Best Practices
By Mustapha Salisu The Ministry for Public Procurement Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Kano has conducted a 2-day Sensitization Workshop on Understanding Public Procurement Best Practices: A Strategic Approach for Effective Public Financial…
Senator Lalong bids Farewell to late Lt. Gen. Jeremiah Useni
From Tongnaan Bawa Jos Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District and former Governor of Plateau State Simon Bako Lalong was among hundreds of sympathisers who converged on the Ecumenical Christian Centre Abuja…
Food Security: President Tinubu Approves Expansion Of 12 River Basins
By Abdullahi Yusuf President Bola Tinubu has approved the expansion of 12 River Basin projects as part of his administration’s efforts to tackle hunger and starvation in the country. The Director Finance,Hadejia…
Jigawa Girl Researchers advocates for more support to girls
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse The Jigawa Girl Researchers has called on general public to prioritize girls issues by giving them more support to achieve their desired dreams in life. The call was…
Locating Nigeria in the Global Digital Landscape by Y. Z. Ya’u, CITAD
Late last year, the Portulans Institute, an independent, nonpartisan research and educational institute based in Washington, DC, released the 2024 Global Network Readiness Index (NRI 2024). The NRI annually ranks countries across…
Akwa Ibom Police Command pass out 1,511 re-trainned Women Police Officers
By Mustapha Salisu The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has achieved a significant milestone with the successful passing out of 1,511 re-trainned women police officers drawn from Divisions and Area command following…
Gov. Namadi Stresses Importance of Teamwork at Retreat
Jigawa State Governor, Mallam Umar Namadi, on Thursday emphasized the importance of mentoring and synergy among commissioners, special advisers, Technical Advisers permanent secretaries, and directors. Speaking at a two-day retreat for state…
WAYC Condemns Canadian Embassy, Calls for Immediate Suspension of Activities in Nigeria
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The West Africa Youth Congress (WAYC) has called on the Nigerian government to immediately suspend the activities of the Canadian Embassy in Nigeria over the alleged disrespectful treatment…
Land Grabbing:Kano Anti-graft Agency Arrests 4 Land Officials, 3 Lawyers,Others
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-corruption Commission has arrested 15 persons for various cases of land grabbing across the state. The Executive Chairman of the commission, Muhuyi Rimin-Gado,…
Kwankwaso, Gov. Yusuf Attend Danzago’s Burial in Kano
By Abdullahi Yusuf Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State alongside former Governor of the State, Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso, on Wednesday attended the Janaza (Funeral) prayer of the late Managing Director of Kano…
Expert Laments How Kano Governor Approved Girls’ Education Funds Thrice Without Release
By Ibrahim Hamisu The Kano State government has again been urged to prioritize the release of funds for the budget allocated for girls’ education so as to ensure adequate execution of girl…
Rep. Kabiru Rurum Mourns Death of REMASAB MD, Alhaji Ahmadu Haruna Zago
The Member representing Rano, Kibiya, and Bunkure Federal Constituency, Hon. Kabiru Alhassan Rurum, has expressed sorrow over the death of the Managing Director of the Refuse Management and Sanitation Board (REMASAB), Alhaji…
Harmful Practices on Girls: UNICEF, IWEI Launch BCP in Jigawa
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with the Isa Wali Empowerment Initiative (IWEI), has launched the Building Community Power (BCP) project aimed at ending harmful practices…
Gombe CP Visits GBB Command Centre, Strengthens Collaboration on ICT-Driven Security Solutions
By Abdullahi Yusuf Galaxy Backbone (GBB) Limited has welcomed the newly- appointed Commissioner of Police for Gombe State, Bello Yahaya, on a courtesy visit to its North East Regional Office and Safe…
UNICEF, Donors Donate 4,290 Cartons of SQLNS Food Supplement to Adamawa Government
From Umar Dankano, Yola The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Adamawa State Government, in collaboration with other donors, have procured 4,290 cartons of SQLNS food supplement to prevent undernutrition among…
Yobe Sesame Seeds, Gum Arabic Gain Prominence in Morocco
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Association of Regions (Governor’s Forum) in Morocco has formally invited the Yobe State Government to participate in the upcoming international trade fair in Meknes, Morocco, to…
NHMST Warns Against Disrupting 2025 Hajj Operations
By Muhammad Kabir, Kano The Nigerian Hajj Media Support Team (NHMST) has cautioned State Pilgrims Welfare Boards and private tour operators against actions that could jeopardize the smooth execution of the 2025…