Murtala Ramat Mohammed:Power With A Conscience By Lamara Garba Azare There are men who pass through power and there are men who redefine it. Murtala Ramat Mohammed belonged to that rare breed…
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Kano First or Political Silence? State Government Accused of Failing to Defend Kwankwaso Over U.S. Sanctions Move
By Aminu Abdullahi Ibrahim I thought the Kano State Government would be the first to rise in defense of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso over the reported move in the US Congress seeking…
When Zamfara State Prepares Graves Instead of Protection
By Shu’aibu Usman Leman As journalists, we are trained not merely to read words, but to interrogate meaning, intent and consequence. This skill is most vital when examining government budgets, which often…
Let’s Stop the Charade: The Senate Is Undermining Credible Elections in 2027
By Abba Dukawa Following the passage of amendments to the Electoral Act ahead of the 2027 general elections, Nigerians had hoped for decisive reforms that would safeguard the integrity of their votes….
Re: Soludo in Onitsha Market Square
By Law Mefor You can best describe Dr Amanze Obi’s column from February 2, 2026, in the Sun, entitled “Soludo in Onitsha Market Square”, as a pathetic piece of jaundiced journalism. The…
HJRBDA’s Engr. Dr Bichi Hosts Engr. Prof Utse in Historic Visits to Jigawa and Kano States
By Shehu Mustapha Chaji 3rd February 2026 will be a day to remember for decades by people of Jigawa and Kano States as Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation Engr. Prof Joseph…
Soludo Magic: How Sit-At-Home Ended In Anambra
By Law Mefor All that change requires in a society is strong leadership and political determination to see it through. Palliative governance is the most that any leadership can achieve without political…
John F. Kennedy: An Emblem of Youth Engagement in Democracy, Civic Participation, and Effective Governance
By Na’ im Sulaiman, AJ John F. Kennedy emerged on the American political stage at a moment when democratic societies were confronting rapid social change, Cold War tensions, and growing demands for…
Bauchi @50:A State That Learned To Become
Bauchi @50:A State That Learned To Become By Lamara Garba Azare Bauchi was not born in silence. On the third day of February 1976, it arrived with the quiet dignity of history…
2027: Kwankwaso’s red cap reckoning, the pivot in 2027 power matrix
By Muhammad A. Bello, fsdu, fsi, mspsp Analyzing the political chances of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as we move toward the 2027 general elections requires a look at his dual identity: he is…
Daily Trust: Why?
By Adnan Mukhtar I have been a strong admirer of Daily Trust, a publication of Media Trust Limited, for many years. It was once my favourite newspaper, largely because of the calibre…
Ganduje-gov Yusuf Alignment Opening New Era Of Effective Governance In Kano
By Aminu Dahiru The recent political alignment between Former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf marks a critical turning point for governance in Kano State. Beyond the ever-present political…
ABU: An Atmosphere For Ace Academic Advancement
By Bala Ibrahim Every time I meet a graduate from the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, popularly referred to as, ABU Zaria, my heart becomes filled with envy, because, fate had decided…
The Game Changer: Abba Kabir Yusuf and the Politics of Reunion
The Game Changer: Abba Kabir Yusuf and the Politics of Reunion By Muhammad Garba In every political season, there emerges a figure whose actions rise above personal pride and partisan noise, a…
Institutionalising Wisdom: Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Establishes the Kano Elders Council
By Musa Abdullahi Sufi In a defining moment for inclusive governance and sustainable peacebuilding in Kano State, His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the establishment of the Kano Elders Council,…
When Others Imagine Exit, the North Must Imagine Survival
By Babayola M. Toungo The purported alliance between Igbo and Yoruba separatists – whether still at the level of rhetoric or already seeking operational expression – ought to force a moment of…
Loyalty, Unity, and the Future of Kano: Why Supporting Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Is Not Betrayal
By Kabiru Saidu Dakata In every political movement, moments arise when difficult choices must be made. These moments often test loyalty, redefine priorities, and expose deeper questions about purpose and responsibility. The…
Now that Abba has returned to APC
By Muhammad Garba Politics in Kano has never been static. It is a fluid and constantly evolving arena shaped by ideology, personalities, ambition and the enduring contest between godfathers and godsons. Governor…
Kano Politics has Predominantly Been in the Opposition
By Dr. Umar Ardo, Ph.D The resignation of Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State from the NNPP leading towards the 2027 general elections is a big mistake, if he eventually joins the…
A World at Risk: Why the United States’ Withdrawal from WHO Matters to Global Health Security
By Dr. Musa Abdullahi Sufi The decision by the United States of America to notify its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) marks a defining moment in global health governance—one with…
Governor Abba:A Choice Made, A Future Secured
Governor Abba:A Choice Made, A Future Secured By Abubakar Muhammad There are moments in politics when hesitation becomes costly and clarity becomes inevitable. Such moments demand firm decisions, not half measures. For…
Why December Is No Longer Cold in Northern Nigeria
By Mubarak Mahmud, PhD France National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment There was a time when December in Northern Nigeria announced itself unmistakably. Mornings were cold enough to sting the…
Nigeria’s March toward Elite Cartel Rule
Babayola M. Toungo The ongoing migration of Nigeria’s nomadic political elite into the ruling All Progressives Congress is not a sign of national consensus; it is a symptom of democratic decay. It…
Another Sorrow from Kano
By Mahmud Isa Yola On the noon of Saturday, I sat in the cavernous Conference Hall of the National Mosque in Abuja, lost in a sea of faces, listening with keen interest…
The Exemplary Career of AIG Abdurrahman: Paragon Of Excellence In the Nigeria Police Force
By Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The Nigeria Police Force has been blessed with dedicated and hardworking officers who have served the nation with distinction. One such officer is AIG Ahmad Abdurrahman, a seasoned…