By Hussaini Ibrahim In what many political pundits have described as a defining moment in the political evolution of Yobe State, the emergence of His Excellency, Governor Mai Mala Buni, CON, COMN, as the unopposed candidate of the All Progressives Congress for the Yobe East Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general elections has generated widespread excitement, optimism, and renewed confidence across the state. The development was not merely the outcome of a routine political exercise. Rather, it represented a powerful demonstration of unity, trust, and collective conviction by party stakeholders, elected representatives, grassroots mobilisers, traditional supporters, and political actors…
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Rejoinder The management of Fortune Rice Milling Company has issued a strong rebuttal following reports surrounding the sealing of its facility by the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) over alleged environmental violations. In a statement released on behalf of the company’s management, the rice milling firm rejected what it described as attempts to portray the company as irresponsible or deliberately negligent toward environmental standards and public safety. While acknowledging the statutory responsibility of NESREA as a regulatory authority, the company maintained that it has consistently operated within Nigerian laws and contributed significantly to economic development, food production,…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Hon. Murtala Sule Garo, has commended the Kano State Hisbah Board for its efforts in promoting moral values and combating social vices across the state. Garo gave the commendation on Monday while receiving members of the board during a courtesy visit to his office in Kano. He said the visit reflected the commitment of the board towards supporting the development and progress of Kano State. “This visit today shows the readiness of the Hisbah Board to combat issues disturbing communities, and all the necessary support will be given to the board…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Tarauni Local Government Area of Kano State has announced the successful immunisation of 69,820 children during the April round of the polio vaccination campaign conducted across its 10 wards. The council said more than 75,850 doses of the vaccine were administered during the exercise. This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Information Officer of Tarauni Local Government Area, Adamu Ilyasu Hotoro. According to the statement, the Primary Healthcare Coordinator in the area, Alhaji Muktar Datti Gwarzo, disclosed the figures while briefing the council’s Information Officer on the outcome of the exercise. Gwarzo…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Murtala Sule Garo, has called for stronger collaboration among government agencies and parastatals to enhance service delivery and improve governance in the state. Garo made the call on Wednesday while receiving representatives of the Forum of Government Agencies and Parastatals during a courtesy visit to his office in Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the Acting Public Relations Officer in the Office of the Deputy Governor, Na’ima Musa Umar. According to the statement, the deputy governor said effective governance requires sustained cooperation and coordination among public institutions. He…
By Hussaini Ibrahim A development scholar, Abdulrahman A. Terab, has proposed a new continental economic strategy aimed at addressing xenophobia, economic fragmentation and cross-border tensions in Africa through what he described as the African Competitive Synergy Framework. Terab made the proposal in a statement issued on May 10, 2026, where he argued that Africa’s economic and social tensions were largely rooted in colonial structures that encouraged competition among African communities rather than collaboration. According to him, the continent must move away from what he described as a “zero-sum” perception of migration and adopt a “competitive synergy” model that recognises Africa’s…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Murtala Sule Garo, on Tuesday attended the funeral prayer of a former Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress in Kano State, Hajiya Habiba Garba ‘Yandalla, who died after a prolonged illness at the age of 53. The funeral prayer was held at Hotoro Tsamiyar Boka after the Asr prayer, while the deceased was later buried at the Tarauni Cemetery in Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer in the Office of the Deputy Governor, Naima Musa Umar. The statement noted that Garo joined family…
By Hussaini Ibrahim A Senior Special Reporter in the Office of the Kano State Deputy Governor, Mustapha Prince Dambatta, has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for appointing Murtala Sule Garo as the Deputy Governor of the state. This was contained in a statement he personally signed, a copy of which was made available to The Triumph on Tuesday. Dambatta described the appointment as a demonstration of wisdom, foresight, and political maturity on the part of the governor, noting that it reflects a strong commitment to the stability and development of Kano State. “I wish to sincerely appreciate and commend His…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Kano State Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with the United Kingdom in key sectors including governance, healthcare, education and economic development. The state Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, stated this during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the British High Commission to the Government House in Kano. The governor, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, said the visit reflected a shared commitment towards deepening cooperation and strategic dialogue between Kano State and the UK. This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Chief Press Secretary…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has urged intending pilgrims from the state to conduct themselves responsibly during the 2026 Hajj exercise and project a positive image of Kano and Nigeria in Saudi Arabia. The governor made the appeal during a practical demonstration exercise organised for intending pilgrims at the Hajj Camp in Kano. This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mustapha Muhammad. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, Yusuf said pilgrims should see themselves as ambassadors of the state and Islam during their…