In a press conference held at the AHBN Conference Hall to mark World Cancer Day, the Nigerian Cancer Society, Kano State Chapter, has called for urgent action to address the rising cancer…
Journalism has always fascinated me for its power to reflect society, inform the public, and hold institutions accountable. My decision to study Communication and Media Studies at the University of Abuja was…
By Alabi Lut In the past four months, the University of Abuja has been in the news over the appointment of a substantive vice-chancellor. Controversies and disagreements surrounding such appointments are not…
The Coalition to Save Education in Nigeria (COSEN) has accused the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) of covering up the qualifications of a Law professor, Kassim Musa Waziri, who allegedly lacks a Nigerian…
Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has pledged to strengthen economic ties between the state and Tunisia, focusing on agriculture, infrastructure, culture and trade. He stated this during a courtesy visit by…
A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, convicted and sentenced a woman, Benedicta Usen, also known as Mrs Carol Omomoh, to a five-year imprisonment without option of fine for trafficking a…
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has called on traders at Dawanau Market to remain committed to tax payment, emphasizing its crucial role in the development of…
– Tasks Zakkat Commission on Alms Collection Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has inaugurated the Chairmen, Commissioners, and members of the Sharia and Zakkat & Hubusi Commissions. This was contained in a statement…
The 2025 FCT President Cup commenced on Monday at the Area 3 football pitch in Abuja, with Derby Football Club’s male team emerging victorious against Total Dazzler FC with a 4-1 win….
From Umar Dankano,Yola. Officials of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund(TETFUND) have paid an on the spot performance assessment tour to Federal College of Education Yola in Adamawa state. Leader of the team,…
By Abdullahi Yusuf A demolition exercise which occurred in Rimin Zakara village, Ungogo Local Government area of Kano State, turned deadly on Sunday night, leaving four people dead. The incident occurred when…
By Abubakar Rabilu Gombe Salma Dauda Aliyu, a dedicated advocate for vulnerable children, has announced plans to establish a nationwide foundation to support orphans and marginalized individuals across Nigeria. The initiative, she…
The National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE), Kaduna State Council, began an indefinite strike on Monday. This was in protest over the alleged termination of 900 staff from Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company….
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved 1.07 billion dollars for healthcare sector reforms under the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) programme. The Federal Government also approved a N4.8…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has extended the Foreign Exchange (FX) sale period to Bureau de Change (BDC) operators until May 30. This aims to better serve retail market demands. The…
The Naira depreciated at the official market on Monday, trading at N1,495.60 to a dollar. Data from the FMDQ Security Exchange official forex trading platform revealed that the Naira lost N20.82. This…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has warmly received the Ambassador of the Republic of Tunisia to Nigeria, His Excellency Mohsen Antit, along with a high-powered delegation of government officials and…
By Mustapha Salisu and Mariya Shuaibu Sulaiman As part of efforts to explore challenges and barriers facing civic space in Northwest Nigeria, the Center for Policy Research and Development Solutions (CRPDS) organized…
The Police Service Commission (PSC) stated it has no constitutional powers over the appointment or removal of the Inspector-General of Police (I-G). Mr Ikechukwu Ani, the Head of Press and Public Relations,…
The Chairman of Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara, Hon. Abdulazeez Yakubu, on Monday met with transport unions on issues regarding the Omu-Aran motor park and border community development initiatives. Yakubu, at…
A State High Court in Lokoja on Monday sacked the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Alhaji Tijani Ahmed-Anaje. Justice Umar Salisu, gave the order in a judgment he delivered in Lokoja with a charge…
A Kano State High Court on Monday sentenced five men to death by hanging for calling a woman, Dahare Abubakar, 67, a witch and stabbing her to death. The defendants — Da’luta…
The Dahiru Mangal Foundation has launched a free hernia and hydrocile screening and surgery programme for the less privileged in Katsina. Mr Hussaini Kabir, a member of the foundation’s board of trustees,…
The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, has engaged youth leaders and industry executives in a strategic dialogue to strengthen security, foster peace, and address community concerns…
The Northern Online Media Reporters and Publishers (NORP) has elected a new national executive team, with Comrade Musa Mohammed emerging as the Executive National President. The election took place on Saturday at…
