From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The much-anticipated 2024 Cross River Governors’ Cup football competition is set to kick off at the UJ Esuene Stadium in Calabar, with 32 teams slated to participate in what promises to be a thrilling tournament. The competition will feature 18 teams representing each of the 18 local government areas of Cross River State, alongside 14 private teams from across the region. This was confirmed by Apostle Essien Ayi, Chairman of the Cross River State Football Association (CRSFA), during the official draw ceremony. Apostle Ayi, who was represented by Mr. Creg Abang, Vice Chairman of the…
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By Usman Usman Garba The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has bolstered the Kano Police Command’s operational capacity by donating 78 vehicles, aiming to improve security across the state’s 44 local government areas. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson,, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tof,a, Governor Yusuf emphasized that this support reflects his administration’s commitment to ensuring the safety of Kano’s residents and fostering a secure environment. He stated that safeguarding lives and property is the fundamental duty of any responsible government, pledging continued collaboration with security agencies to enable effective service delivery. The donation includes 44…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to settling the outstanding entitlements of former councillors, some of which date back to 2014. This assurance was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday. The announcement was made during an event where former councillors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) formally joined the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) through the Maslaha Forum for Kano State Councillors, Supervisors, and Advisors. Governor Yusuf commended the councillors for their decision to change allegiances, attributing their move to dissatisfaction…
From Mustapha Saye,Kaduna The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has raised concerns about a new terror group, Lakurawa, operating in Northwest Nigerian states, specifically Kebbi and Sokoto. This group is accused of terrorizing communities, evicting security agents, and imposing its justice system. Lakurawa members are reportedly foreign nationals speaking French and Arabic, recruiting locals with financial incentives or force. Lakurawa’s rise coincides with increased military efforts to combat banditry, posing a significant threat. The ACF emphasizes the need for urgent action to prevent Lakurawa from growing unchecked, like Boko Haram.
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu In a bid to revitalize the education sector, the Yobe State Government has made significant strides in addressing the challenges facing secondary and basic education. Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Baba Malam Wali, revealed this during an inspection tour of state government projects on education across the state by the members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Malam-Wali highlighted the state government’s multifaceted approach to educational reform, citing several key initiatives undertaken since 2019: He said the government has established more classes through the construction of model schools to alleviate overpopulation in urban…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State government has taken a significant step towards addressing the issue of sexual assault by establishing a dedicated Sexual Assault Referral Center. The centre is designed to provide comprehensive medical, psychological, and legal support to rape victims. Jamila Abdu Mani, Special Adviser to the Governor on Child Girl Education and Development, announced the establishment of the centre. She highlighted that the facility is equipped with the necessary resources to provide effective services to survivors of sexual assault. During a recent visit to the centre, the Deputy Director of the International Rescue Committee (IRC), Mr…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Ahead of the Ondo State governorship election, scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024, 18 political parties, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC), and Labour Party (LP), have signed a Peace Accord this week in Ondo State. The parties have pledged to promote a peaceful electoral process and to accept the outcome of the polls, provided they are free and fair. At the signing ceremony, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, Chairman of the National Peace Committee, urged candidates and political parties to uphold democratic principles and reject vote-buying. He stressed the importance of preserving the…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf says the decision to drop members of his cabinet rated below the performance of statutory schedules is underway. Governor Yusuf, who confirmed the receipt of the report of the committee on the performance of members of the cabinet, disclosed that the public will sooner hear the government’s next line of action. The Governor refreshed public thought on the plan cabinet reshuffle in a live radio interview with selected media outfits held at the Government House on Wednesday. He explained that the report would not be useful now because his…
By Ado Salisu It was a glorious and jubilation day for Gombe State Athletics Academy AthIetes following the marking of it’s one year of existence on Thursday in Gombe as excited AthIetes got cash awards and other lollies to celebrate the event. The Academy was established on November 7th, 2023 by sports entrepreneur Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe to mitigate the dearth to youth sports talents in Gombe and entire North East zone. It was landmark development as athIetes took the stage by storm when for the first time they won three medals at the Asaba 7th National Youth Games in…
By Usman Usman Garba Governor Abba Kabir has visited the Gayawa Gully Erosion site and promised to address the environmental challenges and improve the lives of the people in the area. In a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Governor made this promise during a visit to the site on Friday. Governor Yusuf said that the visit marked the new chapter in the journey towards addressing the persistent environmental challenges that have plagued the community of Bulbula- Gayawa for in Ungoggo Local Government, which also affected parts of Nasarawa and Fagge local government areas for…