By Mustapha Salisu The UN-HABITAT Executive Board, chaired by Arc Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, concluded its 2024 second session with a renewed commitment to advancing sustainable urban development and addressing global challenges tied…
By Adnan Mukhtar The complex relationship between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima appears to be fraying, revealing underlying tensions within Nigeria’s presidency since their inauguration on May 29,…
The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Friday, set aside the order of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), suspending Mr Muhuyi Magaji, the Chairman, Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission…
By Abdullahi Yusuf Heavily armed policemen have sealed the palace of the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sunusi II,restricting his free movement. The security personnel took over the palace as early as 6…
Heavily armed policemen and operatives of the State Security Service (SSS) have surrounded the Kano Emir’s Palace at Kofar Kudu, restricting both entry and exit from the premises. Reports indicate that Emir…
Four members of the House of Representatives have officially defected from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, made the announcement during…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has directed road traffic agencies to enforce strict compliance with traffic laws, particularly during the festive season. The directive followed…
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has advised customers of closed banks yet to receive their payment to visit the bank with their evidence to claim their funds. The…
From Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe In a significant humanitarian intervention, 50 women suffering from vesico-vaginal fistulas (VVF) have received free medical surgeries in Gombe State, courtesy of a collaborative initiative by the United…
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Executive Chairman of Jos North Local Government Council, John Kyohroh Christopher, has warned individuals and organizations constructing structures on the Council’s land to immediately desist from such….
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), in collaboration with the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation (RLF), organized a roundtable discussion at Bayero University Kano on Tuesday. The event aimed to promote intellectual…
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), says underfunding is hampering the response of the police to Early Warning Signals. “While Nigeria’s per capita income hovers at $2085, the…
By Mustapha Salisu The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), in partnership with Avocats Sans Frontieres, France and Spaces for Change (S4C), as part of their efforts to bridge gender digital…
The Kano State Government has begun the demolition of illegal structures erected on government land across the state. The operation, led by the Kano State Task Force on Development Control, targets buildings…
The Senate has scheduled a meeting with the Attorney General of the Federation for Thursday to address areas of disagreement on the proposed Tax Reform Bills. Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, announced…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu A tragic road crash claimed 12 lives, including 10 male adults, one female adult, and one female child, on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, along the Baimari-Geidam road…
By Mustapha Salisu The International Human Rights Commission – Relief Fund Trust (IHRC-RFT), with ECOSOC Consultative Status, has expressed deep concern over reports of alleged discriminatory practices and unfair labor actions by…
As Nigerians, it’s essential to understand the stance of our leaders and their vision for the country’s future. However, it’s becoming increasingly clear that not every decision made by our leaders is…
From Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe The Gombe State government has restated its dedication to protecting the rights of persons with disabilities and fostering their inclusion in society, while intensifying efforts to address the…
By Abdullahi Yusuf The State of Emergency declared in the education sector by the Kano State Government has boosted attendance among primary school pupils in the state. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf had…
By Mustapha Salisu In celebration of this year’s World Disability Day, the Center for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) brought together individuals living with disabilities to promote inclusivity and raise awareness about…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has expressed deep shock over the early morning fire outbreak at Bayan Tasha Market in Damaturu, which left traders counting…
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse The Jigawa state government and United Nations Children’s Education Fund (UNICEF), organised a one day 2024 end year review meeting and 2025 – 2027 workplan consultation. The meeting…
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has expressed that his administration is dedicated to prioritizing initiatives that improve timely justice delivery and protect the judiciary’s independence. The governor said this on Monday at…
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Prison Fellowship of Nigeria has advocated a Transformative Approach as an alternative to traditional punitive approaches in the criminal justice system. Addressing journalists in Jos, Plateau State,…
