The Coalition of South South Civil Society Organisations, comprising over 28 rights groups in the Niger Delta region, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu never to contemplate reappointing the erstwhile Minister of…
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Police confirm kidnap of popular Hausa singer, Rarara’s 75-yr-old mother
The Police Command in Katsina State has confirmed the kidnapping of a 75-year-old, Hauwa’u Adamu, mother of the renowned Hausa singer, “Dauda Kahutu Rarara”. A statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, ASP…
Hold Elective Officers Accountable for Better Development – Hon Ukodhiko
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse A Member Representing Isoko Federal constituency honorable Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukhodiko, has called on the Nigeria citizens to hold elective office holders accountable in their stewardship. Hon. Ukhodiko made…
Sokoto Monarchs Remain Deposed In the eyes of Law – Commissioner for Justice
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Sokoto State Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Nasiru Binji, on Friday said the embattled Sokoto District Heads remain deposed in the eyes of the law. Barrister Nasiru Binji told…
Jigawa State First Lady Honoured with Royal Reception in Saudi Arabia
By Abdullahi Yusuf In a remarkable display of international diplomacy and cultural exchange, the First Lady of Jigawa State, Hajiya Hadiza Umar Namadi, was warmly received by His Majesty King Salman bin…
Cholera Outbreak: Jigawa Records Zero Cases – Dr. Kainuwa
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse Despite reports of a cholera outbreak in some parts of Nigeria, the Jigawa state government has announced that no cases have been recorded in the state. The state’s…
AFRICMIL, CITAD urges women, persons with disabilities to lead anti-corruption efforts
By Mariya Shuaibu Suleiman The African Center for Media and Information Literacy (AFRICMIL), in partnership with the Center for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), has called on women and persons with disabilities…
Bandits Abduct Mother of APC’s Renowned Singer Rarara in Katsina
Suspected Bandits have reportedly abducted Halima Adamu, the mother of a famous APC singer, Dauda Adamu, popularly known as Rarara. According to Daily Trust, the victim was abducted at her residence in…
NGO Promotes Democratic Discourse Among Kano Students
By Mustapha Salisu On Thursday, a non-governmental organization Gatefield Impact launched its inaugural project, “Engaging Students in Democratic Discourse Across Nigeria,” also known as FRAME Democracy, at Bayero University, Kano. This initiative…
KSH Foundation Equips 300 Young Girls with Digital Skills Across Nigeria
In an effort to enhance internet connectivity and digital literacy among young girls, KSH Foundation has successfully engaged and trained 300 young girls across Nigeria through her EveryGirl 2.0 (Girl Connect) Virtual…
Gov. Yusuf receives courageous Governor of the year award
Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has been honored with the ‘Courageous Governor of the Year Award’ by This Nigeria Newspaper. The award was presented during the newspaper’s 2024 annual lecture and…
NAFDAC destroys substandard products worth N985m in Kano
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control(NAFDAC) on Thursday destroyed fake, counterfeit, substandard, expired, and unwholesome regulated products worth approximately N985 million. The Director-General of the agency, Prof Mojisola…
Jigawa ACJL Observatory group suggest solutions to Challenges of PAROLE mechanism
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse As part of effort to promote Administration of Criminal Justice system in Jigawa state, the members of Observatory identified challenges with solutions of PAROLE mechanism in the Administration…
Ex-Kogi governor Yahaya Bello, seeks transfer of case to Lokoja
The immediate-past Governor of Kogi, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has sought the transfer of his trial by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to the Federal High Court (FHC), Lokoja Division. Bello,…
Kano-LEADS Advocates for Community Schools’ Revitalization
By Mustapha Salisu Kano Leadership Enlightenment and Advocacy for Development Initiatives (Kano-LEADS), a Non-Governmental Organization, has launched an advocacy visit to various community schools within and outside Kano metropolis. PRIME TIME NEWS…
Sen. Lalong Mourns Veteran Broadcaster, Nanyak Tyem Miner, Former News Director, PRTVC
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District, Simon Lalong has mourned the death of veteran broadcaster Nanyak Tyem Miner who passed unto glory recently at the age of 69….
President Tinubu Not Discriminating Against The North – VP Shettima
By Abdullahi Yusuf Vice President Kashim Shettima has said that President Bola Tinubu is not discriminating against the North,contrary to insinuations in some quarters. Shettima said that President Bola Tinubu is having…
NDLEA leads Gombe stakeholders in a walk against drug abuse
From Hajara Usman, Gombe The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Tuesday in Gombe, led other stakeholders in a sensitisation road walk against drug abuse and trafficking. The event is part…
CITAD Trains Bauchi RAAMP Staff on Utilizing ICT for Efficient Administration
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) successfully concluded a three-day advanced ICT training program for 18 staff members of the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP). Starting on Monday,…
Let’s Use Public Relations to Forge Unity Across Africa – Information Minister
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stressed the imperative need to leverage the power of public relations in the collective efforts to forge unity, understanding, and shared prosperity across…
Kano: Gov. Yusuf approves release of N4.8 billion for renovation of schools, construction of additional classrooms
… Engages 1, 600 school guards across 44 LGAs for safety of students, school infrastructure The Kano State government has disbursed cheques totaling over N1.9 billion to the Chairmen of the Community…
Zamfara: Conflicts are resolvable even without Courts, NGO trains Communities
From Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau A Country Director of a Nongovernmental Organization International Alert (IA), Paul Bemshima Nyulaku, has opined that the locally triggered conflicts could be resolved even without going to Courts…
Patriotic Elders Back VP Shettima Over Sokoto Sultanate Debacle
By Abdullahi Yusuf The National Patriotic Elders Forum of Nigeria has thrown its weight behind Vice President Kashim Shettima over his stance against the alleged moves by the Sokoto State Government to…
Police Command Develops Action Plan To Combat Crime Resurgence In Kano
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Police Command in Kano State says it has developed an Action Plan to address the resurging spate of crimes in the state. The new Commissioner of Police in…
Gov Abba Yusuf Saves Ado Bayero’s Daughter From Eviction By Lagos Landlord
By Abdullahi Yusuf Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has settled the rent bill of the daughter of late Emir of Kano, Zainab Jummai Ado Bayero, her brother and her mother…