… as Kano, Jigawa Governors, and top dignitaries offer final prayers and condolences The late Nigerian business icon and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Alasan Dantata, was laid to rest on Tuesday at the…
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BREAKING: Professor Haruna Musa Emerges as New Vice Chancellor of Bayero University Kano
Professor Haruna Musa has emerged as the new Vice Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), securing a decisive victory with 853 votes in the university’s congregation elections. This overwhelming support from the…
Yobe Deputy Governor Honoured with Nigeria Soccer’s Ambassador Award 2025
Yobe State Deputy Governor, His Excellency Hon. Idi Barde Gubana (Wazirin Fune), has been honoured with the Nigeria Soccer’s Ambassador Award 2025 by the Miss Football Nigeria Pageant. The award, presented in…
Four drown in Gombe as police issue safety advisory
At least four people have lost their lives in separate drowning incidents across Gombe State in recent days, prompting the state police command to issue a public safety advisory warning residents about…
Dangote, Tajuddeen Dantata Receive Kano, Jigawa Delegation in Madina
… as Emir Sanusi Leads Special Prayer for Late Aminu Dantata In an emotional gathering marked by prayers and reflections, Alhaji Aliko Dangote and Tajuddeen Dantata, the eldest son of the late…
DHQ confirms killing of terrorists’ kingpin, Yellow Danbokkolo
Troops of Operation Fasan Yamma have eliminated a notorious terrorist, known as Yellow Danbokkolo, in a weeklong encounter in the North West. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, confirmed the…
Kano:Govt.To Review Kano Masterplan To Enhance Commerce, Tourism
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Kano State Government is to review the Kano Masterplan to enhance commerce, innovation,tourism and overall progress and development of the state. The State Commissioner for Lands and Physical…
Galadiman Kano Ango Families Condole with Dantata Family over Patriarch’s Passing
The Galadiman Kano Ango families have extended their heartfelt condolences to the Dantata family following the passing of elder statesman and renowned business mogul, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata. In a condolence statement…
Troops Neutralise 10 Terrorists, Recover Weapons Near Cameroon Border
By Zagazola Makama The Nigerian army troops of Operation Hadin Kai and the Troops of Multi National Joint Task Force conducting sustained clearance operations in the Southern Lake Chad Basin have neutralised…
209 Graduands Bag First Class Honours at Federal University Dutse
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse A total of 209 undergraduate students of the Federal University Dutse (FUD) have graduated with First Class honours for the combined 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 academic sessions. This was…
Jigawa NSCDC Arrests Suspected Vandals, Recovers Motorcycles, Other Items
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Jigawa State Command, has arrested two suspected vandals in Fuda village, located in Fagam District of Gwaram Local Government Area….
KNSG Reaffirms Commitment to Educational Advancement through AI
By Mustapha Salisu The Kano State Government has restated its commitment to developing effective policies that will transform the educational sector for rapid and sustainable growth. This assurance was given by the…
Aminu Dantata’s funeral postponed to tomorrow, Tuesday’
The Nigerian government has announced the postponement of the funeral of prominent businessman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, who died on Saturday in the United Arab Emirates. Nigeria’s Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, confirmed…
Nigerian Aviation Authority Grounds Rano Air’s 5N-BZY After Mid-Air Engine Failure
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has grounded Rano Air’s aircraft with registration 5N-BZY following an engine failure that resulted in smoke in both the cabin and flight deck. The incident, which…
FG Delegation Arrives Saudi Arabia for Dantata’s Funeral in Madinah
A high-powered delegation from the Federal Government of Nigeria has arrived in the Islamic holy city of Madinah, Saudi Arabia, ahead of the funeral of late business mogul and elder statesman, Alhaji…
A.A. Zaura Foundation Graduates 95 Kano Youths on Digital Entrepreneurship
From Ahmad Muhammad. The A A Zaura Foundation International has concluded its Digital Entrepreneurship Youth Programme, graduating 95 students on Saturday in Kano. In his speech at the ceremony, the Chairman of…
Gov. Yusuf Appreciates First Lady Remi Tinubu for Donation to Families of 22 Deceased Athletes
The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has appreciated the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mrs Remi Bola Ahmed Tinubu for donating One Hundred and Ten Million naira…
Kano Deputy Governor Graces Silver Jubilee of Fune Emir, Attends Wedding Ceremony of Yobe Deputy Governor’s Children
By Mustapha Salisu The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo, on Saturday, joined eminent dignitaries and traditional rulers to celebrate the silver jubilee marking the 25th anniversary of His…
Emir of Kano Celebrates Sanusi Bature, Ten Others for Community Service in Dawakin Tofa
The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, has celebrated Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director General, Media and Publicity to the Kano State Governor, alongside ten other distinguished individuals for their outstanding…
Say no to drug abuse — Army, NDLEA warn soldiers
By Fauziyya Lawal, Katsina As part of activities marking the 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebration, the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army Natsinta Barracks, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement…
Gov. Uba Sani pledges partnership with House of Reps Speaker for development of Kaduna
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has reiterated the commitment of the state government in partnering with the Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives, for the development of the state. The…
Senator Lalong presides over National Assembly Joint Committee session on Electoral Reform act
From Tongnaan Bawa Jos Chairman of the National Assembly Joint Committee on Electoral Matters Senator Simon Bako Lalong has assured Nigerians that issues raised towards conducting free, fair and credible elections in…
JG to FG: Allow States to Purchase Family Planning Commodities to Curb Maternal Mortality
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse The Jigawa State Government has called on the Federal Government to grant states the autonomy to procure family planning commodities directly, stressing that doing so will significantly help…
VP Shettima Mourns Late Alhaji Aminu Dantata, Says Nigeria Has Lost An Irreplaceable Institution
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep grief over the passing of prominent Nigerian businessman and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, saying the nation has lost an irreplaceable institution. The late Dantata,…
Tinubu Mourns Business Icon, Alhaji Aminu Dantata
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of elder statesman, renowned businessman, and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, who passed away at the age of 94 in the…