By Usman Usman Garba Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has approved the appointment of Hon. Umar Musa Gama, popularly known as Umar Maggi, as Special Adviser on Assembly Matters. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. Hon. Umar Maggi, a seasoned politician and former lawmaker, represented his constituency in the 9th Kano State House of Assembly, where he distinguished himself through effective legislative service and commitment to the development of the state. Previously, Hon. Magi served as Special Adviser on School Feeding, a position in which he contributed…
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By Usman Usman Garba Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has congratulated the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, Hon. Umar Haruna Doguwa, on his appointment as the Deputy National Chairman of the APC Chairmen’s Forum and Chairman of the APC North-West Chairmen’s Forum. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. Governor Yusuf described the appointment as a well-deserved recognition of Hon. Doguwa’s commitment, leadership qualities, and years of dedicated service to the growth of democracy and political development in Kano State and the country…
From John Bassey, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Government has flagged off the free distribution of agricultural inputs to about 120,000 farmers across the state ahead of the 2026 wet farming season, as part of efforts to boost food production and strengthen climate-resilient agriculture. The intervention, according to a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Comrade Ahmed Idris, comprises 110 truckloads of fertiliser and 100 metric tonnes of improved seeds to enhance agricultural productivity and food security. Governor Nasir Idris officially launched the exercise in Birnin Kebbi, assuring that the inputs would be distributed free of…
By Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Gombe State Command, has graduated 58 private security personnel from nine licensed Private Guard Companies (PGCs) after successfully completing its Second Quarter Capacity Building Programme. The two-week training, held between June 22 and July 3, 2026, took place at the Federal Secretariat in Gombe. The programme was organised to enhance professionalism among private security personnel and strengthen collaboration between private security outfits and conventional security agencies. Speaking at the passing-out ceremony, the Head of the Private Guard Companies Department, Deputy Commandant of Corps (DCC) Jimoh Otaru Isa, said…
From Umar Danladi Ado,Sokoto The Governor of Sokoto State, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu, has flagged off the free distribution of 157,800 bags of assorted fertiliser for the 2026 wet season farming, reaffirming his administration’s unwavering commitment to agricultural transformation, food security and economic prosperity. The flag-off ceremony, held in Wamakko Local Government Area, marked the commencement of the distribution of free fertiliser to genuine farmers across the 23 local government areas of the state. Governor Aliyu said agriculture remains the backbone of the state’s economy and occupies a central position in his administration’s Nine-Point SMART Agenda. He further said the state…
From John Bassey, Kebbi Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, has inaugurated the Governing Board of Abdullahi Fodio Science and Technology University, Aliero. Inaugurating the board at Government House, Birnin Kebbi, on Friday, the governor urged the new members to be committed to their responsibilities. He recalled that the immediate past board was dissolved following a protracted crisis that threatened the growth and development of the institution. According to the governor, the lingering crisis compelled the state government to dissolve the council and remove the then Vice-Chancellor. Emphasising the pedigree and reputation of the new board chairman, Gov. Idris…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Emir of Dutse in Jigawa State and Chancellor of Sokoto State University, Alhaji Hameem Nuhu Sanusi, has urged Nigerians to embrace entrepreneurship, innovation and creative thinking as essential tools for national development and global competitiveness. The monarch made the call on Friday while delivering the convocation lecture at Sokoto State University as part of activities marking the institution’s combined 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th convocation ceremonies. He stressed that Nigerians must begin to “think outside the box” if the country is to make meaningful progress and compete favourably with other nations. According to…
From Umar Danladi Ado,Sokoto An Entrepreneurship and Social investment specialist, Dr. Umar Buba Bindir, has stated that Nigeria has failed in its generational development strategies due to the absence of a realistic industrial framework that institutions can leverage for productivity. He said there are more gains than losses in embracing science, technology, inventions, and innovations for sustainable development in Nigerian universities. Dr. Bindir stated this on Thursday night while delivering a paper as Guest Lecturer at the 8th Combined Convocation Ceremonies and Founders’ Day of Sokoto State University. “I recall we began with OFN, Indigenization, Green Revolution, Vision 2020, Transformation…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola Adamawa State High Court, presided over by the Chief Judge, Justice Hafsat Abdulrahman, on Friday discharged and acquitted a retired Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Sheriff Abubakar Rabiu, who served as Chief Security Officer (CSO) to former Governor Murtala Nyako. Justice Abdulrahman acquitted Rabiu of all five counts brought against him by the prosecution, ruling that it failed to establish its case beyond reasonable doubt. The retired police officer had been standing trial since 2021 over allegations of criminal breach of trust, cheating, forgery, and inciting public disturbance. In her judgment, the Chief Judge held that…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Tragedy struck in Calabar, Cross River State, as two young lovers and their puppy died from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning after allegedly inhaling generator fumes while asleep in their apartment. The victims were identified as Miss Favour Uduak Smith and her boyfriend, whose identity had not been confirmed at the time of filing this report. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday night at their residence along Poultry Farm Road in Calabar South Local Government Area. Neighbours said the couple had only recently moved into the apartment. According to residents who spoke on condition of anonymity,…