From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The newly elected Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Sokoto Branch, popularly known as the Caliphate Bar, Barr. Bashir Mu’azu Jodi, Esq., has expressed appreciation to Sen. Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, Sarkin Yamma Daular Usmaniyya, and Gov. Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State for their support. In his letter to Sen. Wamakko, Jodi expressed “profound respect, humility, and gratitude” for the senator’s support, fatherly guidance, wise counsel, prayers, and unwavering encouragement throughout his journey to the chairmanship of the Caliphate Bar. He recalled Wamakko’s reassuring words during the election period: “Idan Allah Ya Rubuto, kaine; babu…
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By Usman Usman Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of elder statesman and renowned businessman, Alhaji Shehu Yahaya, describing his passing as a great loss to Kano State and Nigeria. In a condolence message issued on Sunday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf described the late Alhaji Shehu Yahaya as a successful businessman whose life was defined by honesty, integrity, and unwavering service to humanity. The governor said the deceased remained committed to the development of his Dakata Kawaji community in Nasarawa Local Government Area and worked tirelessly to…
By Ado Salisu Government Secondary School (GSS), Damaturu, will face GSS, Goneri, in the first semi-final of the maiden edition of the Sam Okwaraji Under-16 Soccer Tournament in Yobe State. The two semi-final matches will be played today (Sunday), while the final will take place on Monday at the Game Village, Damaturu. The Yobe State Commissioner for Education, Professor Abba Idris, is expected to attend as the Special Guest of Honour. The tournament is organised by the Sam Okwaraji Foundation and the Nigerian School Sport Federation (NSSF), in collaboration with the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), and is sponsored by First…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced that between 18 and 25 June 2026, troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) neutralised several terrorists, arrested suspected criminals, and rescued 68 kidnapped victims across various theatres of operation nationwide. The troops also recovered over 148,500 litres of illegally refined and adulterated Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), arms, ammunition, and other items, while several terrorist fighters voluntarily surrendered to the military. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Media Operations (DDMO), Major General Michael Onoja, the DHQ said the Armed Forces continued to record significant operational successes…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Government of Nigeria, in a strategic bilateral partnership with the People’s Republic of China, is sending one of its largest delegations to the Beijing Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Medicinal Materials for a knowledge exchange programme. In a statement issued in Abuja by the Assistant Director of Information and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Ado Bako, the ministry said the partnership, which focuses on knowledge exchange and capacity building, aims to strengthen Nigeria’s capacity in traditional medicine research, phytomedicine development, and scientific innovation. Ahead of the delegation’s departure…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma (JTF NW OPFY), have neutralised two suspected Lakurawa terrorists in the Sabarumawa axis of Kebbi State. In a statement signed and issued in Abuja, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North West), Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, said troops of Operation Fansan Yamma recorded another major success by neutralising two notorious Lakurawa terrorists and recovering a significant cache of arms and ammunition during a well-coordinated offensive operation in the Sabarumawa axis of Kebbi State on 27 June 2026. According to the statement,…
By Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has marked the first anniversary of its current leadership with a two-day programme focused on menstrual hygiene awareness, capacity building, and women’s empowerment. As part of the activities, the association trained 100 girls on menstrual health management, equipping them with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. The celebration also featured the unveiling and launch of the new NAWOJ Plateau State wrapper at the Community and Social Development Agency (CSDA) Hall, Crispan Junction, Rayfield Road, Jos. In her goodwill…
By Mu’awuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency (KASEDA) has disbursed grants of N50,000 each to 100 participating vendors at the just-concluded 2026 International Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Day celebration. The Director-General of KASEDA, Dr. Babangida Kabir Rumah, announced the grant during the MSME Day Exhibition held at the Continental Event Centre in Katsina. Dr. Rumah said the grants would enable beneficiaries to replenish their stock, purchase equipment, improve production, and increase their working capital. He noted that the intervention reflects the Katsina State Government’s commitment to supporting local businesses and promoting entrepreneurship. Highlighting the…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to agricultural transformation and food security as he flagged off the South-South Zonal Renewed Hope Farm Input Support Programme (FISP), promising that every bag of fertiliser allocated to farmers would reach its intended beneficiaries. Represented by the Speaker of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, at the ceremony held in Calabar on Saturday, Governor Otu welcomed participants from across the South-South, describing smallholder farmers as the backbone of Nigeria’s agricultural economy who deserve sustained government…
By Rabiu Sunusi The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening skills acquisition and innovation as the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) trained men and women in solar panel installation and maintenance in Kano State. The programme, which focused on renewable energy technology, is part of ongoing efforts to equip Nigerians with practical skills for self-reliance, job creation, and poverty reduction. Representing the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, Musaddiq Mustafa Adamu said the initiative reflects the Federal Government’s determination to empower citizens through technical education and entrepreneurship support. He noted that the acquisition of vocational skills…