From Joseph Asegba, Yola Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Abdulrazak Namdas as the Director-General of the Border Communities Development Agency (BCDA). Governor Fintiri described the appointment as well deserved, saying it reflects Hon. Namdas’ capacity, wealth of public service experience, and commitment to national development. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikau, the governor described the appointment as a proud moment for Adamawa State. “I thank His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for finding this worthy son of Adamawa fit and proper for this strategic national…
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By Joseph Asegba, Yola The Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the state’s Commissioner for Agriculture, Professor David Jatau, describing him as an outstanding public servant, renowned academic and a dedicated contributor to the development of the state. In a statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Dr. Dogo Victor, and made available to journalists in Yola, the APC described the late commissioner as an exceptional public servant, distinguished academic and a man of remarkable integrity whose contributions to the agricultural sector and public service left an enduring legacy.…
By Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Forum of Media Aides to Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has visited Kawel Community in Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area to sympathise with families affected by the recent deadly attack, reaffirming the state government’s commitment to restoring peace and strengthening security across Plateau. The delegation, led by the Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor, Dr. Gyang Bere, alongside the State Coordinator of the Forum, Comrade Dogo Nanzing, conveyed Governor Mutfwang’s heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and the entire community. Speaking during the visit, Dr. Bere described the attack…
By Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Sokoto State University will graduate no fewer than 6,000 students during its 8th Combined Convocation Ceremony scheduled for Saturday, bringing to an end a convocation backlog that has lasted about seven years, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Muhammad Bello Yarima, has announced. Prof. Yarima disclosed this on Monday during the university’s pre-convocation press conference in Sokoto, where he unveiled activities lined up for the week-long event leading to the convocation ceremony. He said the graduating students are drawn from the university’s five faculties, adding that the institution would also celebrate several First Class graduates during the ceremony.…
By Shafi’u Yahaya An All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirant for the House of Representatives seat representing Wudil/Garko Federal Constituency, Hon. Yahaya Adamu Garun Ali, has said that every ward in Garko Local Government Area has benefited from projects executed during his years in public service. Garun Ali made the statement while addressing supporters at his residence in Gwammaja, Dala Local Government Area of Kano State. The former Chairman of Garko Local Government, former member of the Kano State House of Assembly representing Garko Constituency, former Managing Director of RUWASA, and former Managing Director of the Kano State Rural Access Agency…
By Shafi’u Yahaya The Village Head of Darmanawa, Malam Umar Bello, has conferred traditional titles on Surveyor Hamisu Suleiman Majiya, Alhaji Adamu Abdullahi Karkasara, Jamilu, Abdullahi Mairiga and six other distinguished members of the community in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the development of Darmanawa. Speaking during the turbaning ceremony, Malam Umar Bello acknowledged the unwavering support of the District Head of Darmanawa, Alhaji Mujitaba Abubakar Abba, as well as the Emir of Kano for their leadership and commitment to the progress of the community. The village head explained that the ten recipients were carefully selected because of their…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The draw for the 2026 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Championship has been concluded, with the 16 participating clubs discovering their group opponents ahead of the competition in Calabar, Cross River State. The tournament, which will be hosted in Calabar, is expected to attract football fans from across the country as teams battle for promotion to the NWFL Premiership. The championship is scheduled to feature four groups of four teams each. The draw produced the following groups: Group A Delta Babes DreamStar Ladies FC Rosaria Victrix FC First Mahi Babes Group B Pelican Stars Gallant…
By Ado Salisu Athletes from Benin, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and host nation Nigeria are set to compete at the highly anticipated Dynamic Athletics Meet scheduled for mid-August at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex. Founder and organiser of the competition, Olabanji Ayegbusi, disclosed that the World Athletics-listed event has already attracted significant interest from across West Africa, with athletes from the participating countries confirming their readiness through emails and other communication channels. As the 2026 athletics season gradually winds down, many competitors are expected to use the meet as an opportunity to end their campaigns strongly by recording…
By Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has unveiled a N500 million zero-interest financing scheme for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as part of efforts to improve access to finance and stimulate business growth across the country. The Director-General of SMEDAN, Charles Odii, announced the initiative during the 2026 World MSMEs Day celebration held in Abuja at the weekend. Odii said inadequate access to affordable financing remains one of the biggest obstacles to the growth of MSMEs despite the sector’s significant contribution to Nigeria’s economy. He explained that the newly introduced Grow…
By Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to promoting peace, security, and stability across Africa as it hosted the Induction and Orientation Programme for members of the Military Staff Committee (MSC) of the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) in Abuja. A statement issued on Monday by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, represented by the Director of Search and Rescue, Defence Headquarters, Air Vice Marshal Idi Sani, welcomed delegates from member states of the AU Peace and Security…