From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW) has launched the planting of 5 million date palm seedling and other assorted economic trees in maimalari community of…
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Tax Justice, KIRS Collaborate on 3rd Phase of Tax Education Radio Series in Kano
By Mustapha Salisu Efforts to boost public awareness on tax rights, obligations, and grievance redress mechanisms have received a new push as the Tax Justice and Governance Platform, Kano, met with the…
Kano State Assembly Holds 3-Day Legislative Retreat in Abuja
The Kano State House of Assembly has commenced a 3-day retreat for its Honourable Members and Management Staff in Abuja, with a focus on strengthening legislative effectiveness, constitutional responsibilities, and oversight functions….
Badeggi FM Shutdown: Arewa Broadcast Media Forum Threatens Boycott of Gov. Bago
The Arewa Broadcast Media Practitioners Forum, ABMPF, will boycott all official activities of Niger State Government if it continues to undermine the freedom of the press operating in Niger State. The Forum’s,…
Gov. Buni Approves Appointment of Isma’ila Gadaka as New Emir of Gudi
From Yusuf A. Yusuf, Damaturu Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has approved the appointment of Hon. Isma’ila Ahmed Gadaka as the new Emir (Mai) of Gudi Emirate. The approval was…
Dadiyata’s Disappearance: A Painful Symbol of Impunity and Human Rights Abuse – Amnesty
From Alhassan Abdullahi, Kaduna Amnesty International has berated the Nigerian government over its continued silence and inaction regarding the unresolved disappearance of Abubakar Idris, popularly known as Dadiyata, six years after he…
Anambra Fish Dealer’s Murder: Gov’t in Search of Justice, Strengthening Security, Says Information Commissioner
From Rose Oranye, Anambra The Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, recently paid a condolence visit to the Woman Leader of the Anambra State All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Mrs….
Fish Dealer’s Murder: Govt’s In Search Of Justice, Strengthening Security – Mefor
By Rose Oranye The Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, recently paid a condolence visit to the Woman Leader of the Anambra State All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Mrs. Esther…
Nigeria not private estate – ADC tells Gov Bago
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Niger State Governor, Umar Bago, for ordering the shutdown of Badeggi FM. He described the action as a clear abuse of power and a…
Unlocking Innovation and Employability: Franco-British International University Empowers Future Leaders in Kaduna, Nigeria
Kaduna, Nigeria – July 2025 In a bold step towards shaping globally competitive graduates, Franco-British International University, Kaduna recently hosted a high-impact training session on Professionalization, Employability Skills, and Problem-Solving Techniques, drawing…
Zulum allays fears over Alau Dam flood
Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno has allayed fears over the rising water level at Alau Dam, saying there is no cause for alarm. Zulum gave the assurance on Saturday after inspecting ongoing…
Zaria Council Chairman Congratulates Former Vice President Namadi Sambo at 71
The Chairman of Zaria Local Government Council, Engr. Jamil Ahmad Muhammad Jaga, has congratulated former Vice President Arc. Mohammed Namadi Sambo, GCON, on the occasion of his 71st birthday. In a statement…
Allegations Against Kano Transport Commissioner Politically Motivated – Kwankwasiyya Group
A coalition of Kwankwasiyya activists in Kano has condemned recent allegations leveled against the state’s Commissioner for Transport, Hon. Ibrahim Ali Namadi Dala, describing them as politically motivated attempts to force him…
Police Officer Rejects N.8m Bribe In Akwa Ibom, Suspects Arrested
Police Officer Rejects N.8m Bribe In Akwa Ibom, Suspects Arrested By Abdullahi Yusuf A police officer in charge of the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Unit, CSP Ebong Thompson, has rejected a…
Gov. Bago vs Badegi FM: Suspension of Licences is NBC’s Responsibility, Says FG
By Mustapha Salisu The Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation has reminded that the suspension of broadcast licences falls within the purview of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), following the recent…
Niger Governor Shuts Down Radio Station, Orders Licence Seizure
By Mustapha Salisu A directive by Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, to shut down Badeggi FM Radio in Minna has sparked outrage and concerns over press freedom. The governor, during an…
Gov Buni Leads Delegation to Emir of Gudi’s Funeral
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, on Friday led a high-powered government delegation to attend the funeral of the late Emir of Gudi, Alhaji Isa Bunuwa Madugu…
“You Have My Full Support,” Bego Tells Yobe Focal Person on Drug Abuse Control
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Commissioner for Home Affairs, Information and Culture, Hon. Abdullahi Bego, has pledged his full support to the newly appointed State Focal Person on Drug…
Flood: NSA Ribadu, Mustapha Salihu Support 700 Families with N300m Relief Materials in Adamawa
From Umar Dankano, Yola The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and the North-East Zonal National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mustapha Salihu, have donated relief materials worth…
Kano State, ECN Partner to Boost Clean Energy and Innovation
The Kano State Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation has entered into a strategic partnership with the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) to fast-track the adoption of clean energy solutions and promote…
KEDCO Boss Bags Int’l Leadership Excellence Award
By Mustapha Salisu The Managing Director/CEO of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), Dr. Abubakar Shuaibu Jimeta, has been conferred the Award of Leadership Excellence by Masterminds Business School (London, UK), at the…
FDPC Hails Balarabe Rufa’i’s Emergence as ADC National Youth Leader
The Foundation for Democracy and Positive Change in Nigeria (FDPC) has welcomed the emergence of Comrade Balarabe Rufa’i as the National Youth Leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), calling it a…
CITAD Trains BUK Lecturers on Fintech, Blockchain
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), in collaboration with the Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences, Bayero University Kano (BUK), has conducted a three-day training for university lecturers on Financial…
Gov. Yusuf Nominates New Chairman for Kano Anti-Corruption Commission
The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has forwarded the name of Mr. Saidu Yahya to the Kano State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as the Executive Chairman…
Katsina gov’t moves to heal wounds of Insecurity with direct relief to victims
From Fauziyya Lawal, Katsina The Katsina State Government has once again extended a hand of support to victims of banditry in its continued efforts to cushion the impact of insecurity on rural…