By Shafi’u Yahaya The newly appointed Permanent Secretary in the Kano State Civil Service, Hajiya Hauwa Nuhu Wali, has commended Governor Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf for what she described as unprecedented investments in the education sector, saying the administration has transformed learning conditions in public schools across the state. Wali, a seasoned administrator and former Director and Principal of Government Girls College (GGC), Dala, made the remarks while reflecting on her nine-month stewardship at the school before her recent appointment as Permanent Secretary. She said she had “no words” to adequately thank Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his unwavering support,…
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By Christiana Gokyo, Jos Former Plateau State Governor and Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District, Simon Lalong, has commended President Bola Tinubu for turning the long-awaited Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe–Biu–Maiduguri Superhighway project into reality, describing it as a landmark intervention that will transform transportation, commerce, agriculture and security across Nigeria’s North-Central and North-East regions. Lalong expressed his appreciation following the official flag-off of Section 1, Phase 1 of the project, covering the 125-kilometre Akwanga–Jos stretch, saying it demonstrates President Tinubu’s commitment to infrastructure renewal and national development under the Renewed Hope Agenda. He recalled that the conception and advocacy for the superhighway began…
By Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe A humanitarian organisation, Gidan Alheri/Dangin Juna Africa, has secured the release of four inmates from the Gombe State Correctional Centre after paying fines and compensation imposed on them by various courts. The beneficiaries, comprising three young men and a woman, had remained in custody despite being convicted of minor offences because they could not afford to pay the financial penalties ordered by the courts. The intervention took place during a visit by officials of the organisation to the correctional facility. The delegation was led by the Chairman of Gidan Alheri/Dangin Juna Africa, Hon. Sagir A.A. Haruna,…
By Muawiya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has sworn in two new Kadis of the Upper Sharia Court of Katsina State, charging them to uphold justice with integrity, fairness and the fear of Allah, while reminding them that the oath of office they have taken is a sacred trust before God and humanity. The newly sworn-in Kadis are Kadi Ibrahim Abdullahi Yakubu Dandume and Kadi Bala Salisu Daura. Their appointments were recommended by the National Judicial Council (NJC) and approved by Governor Radda. The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Government House, Katsina. Kadi Ibrahim…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Federation of Sokoto State Students’ Associations (FOSSSA) has disclosed that the Sokoto State Government has paid about N3 billion in outstanding scholarship arrears inherited from the previous administration. The outgoing President of the association, Yusuf Sabiu, popularly known as “No Revenge,” said the only outstanding scholarship payment is for the 2025/2026 academic session. Sabiu made the disclosure on Monday in Sokoto during a press conference to mark the end of his tenure. According to him, the non-payment of scholarship grants by the previous administration had negatively affected the education of Sokoto State students studying…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Ministry of Religious Affairs has intensified efforts to promote religious harmony, support Islamic activities, and attract development partnerships aimed at improving education, healthcare, and social welfare across the state. The Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Sheikh Ahmad Tijjani Auwalu, disclosed this while highlighting the achievements of the ministry under the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. According to the commissioner, the ministry has strengthened collaboration among Islamic scholars, leading to regular Qur’anic recitations and special prayers for peace, unity, and stability across Kano State. He said the ministry has also expanded government support for Islamic…
By Mu’awuya Bala Idris, Katsina Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has donated a brand-new bus to the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Katsina State Council, to enhance journalists’ mobility and improve media coverage of government activities across the state. Presenting the vehicle, Governor Radda said it is the responsibility of every responsible government to ensure that information reaches the people, describing the media as a critical partner in promoting transparency, accountability and good governance. He noted that journalism plays a vital role in shaping public opinion and providing constructive feedback that enables government to improve its policies…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Northwest University, Sokoto (NWUS), has proposed strategic academic partnerships with Global North London Business School (GNLBS), United Kingdom, and the University of East London (UEL). The partnerships aim to deliver internationally recognised undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, raise academic standards, and create sponsorship opportunities for outstanding students. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Director of Communications, Public Affairs and Protocol at NWUS, Abdallah El-Kurebe, said the proposal was contained in a document dated May 22, 2026, and signed by the Director of Studies at GNLBS, Dr. Julius Ayodele. According to the statement, the partnership seeks…
By Ado Salisu Government College Kano (formerly known as KTC) has emerged champion of the maiden edition of the Samuel Okwaraji Under-16 National All Secondary Schools Championship in Kano State after defeating Government Secondary School, Gyadi Gyadi, 4-3 in a thrilling final. The championship is sponsored by First Bank Plc and organised by the Samuel Okwaraji Foundation in collaboration with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF). The competition aims to identify and nurture young football talents at the grassroots level. The final, played at the Sani Abacha Stadium, attracted a large crowd of football…
By Hassan R. Jibrin The leadership of the Government Secondary School (Unity) Ringim 1983 Class Chapter of the Old Boys Association, led by Hon. Auwalu Garba Soja Bakin Wapa, has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining discipline among members of the association. The reaffirmation followed the leadership’s condemnation of a publication made on the group’s platform by Malam Isah Maimota, which allegedly caused widespread dissatisfaction and questioned the integrity of one of the association’s respected members. The publication was treated with utmost seriousness and described as an act driven by personal hatred, malice, and intent to injure the reputation of the…