From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has said the number of registered voters ahead of the 2027 general elections has risen to more than 103 million, following the completion of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. In a statement signed and issued by Adedayo Oketola,CPS/Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman said Amupitan disclosed this on Monday in Abuja while delivering a keynote address at a strategic workshop with media executives organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) in collaboration with the commission. The workshop has the theme: “Strengthening Democracy Through Partnership…
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By Rabiu Sanusi The Head of Service of Kano State has reaffirmed that education remains an absolute priority of the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, describing it as a potent tool for achieving sustainable socio-economic development. The Head of Service stated this in a statement issued by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Rukayya Uba Sulaiman, and made available to journalists. She spoke during the celebration of World Teachers’ Day 2026 in Kano, where she commended teachers for their invaluable contributions to human capital development and the future of the state. She noted that the administration’s commitment to the education…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The SUBEB Principals Association in Bichi Local Government Area of Kano State has congratulated the member representing Bichi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Kabir Abubakar Kabir Bichi, on his 45th birthday. The association, under the leadership of its chairman, Alhaji Ibrahim Ahmed (Sila), conveyed the congratulatory message in a statement issued to our reporter. According to Alhaji Ibrahim Ahmed, who is also the Special Legislative Aide to the lawmaker, the association wished Hon. Kabir Bichi a happy birthday and prayed for God’s guidance and continued success in his endeavours. He said, “The…
From Umar Danladi Ado,Sokoto The Emir of Katsina and Chairman of Katsina State Council of Chiefs, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, has conferred the prestigious traditional title of ‘Garkuwan Katsina Babba’ on the Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Nasir Idris. The conferment letter was presented to the governor at the Government House on Friday by a delegation led by the Secretary of the Emirate Council, Alhaji Isah Ali Kankiya. A statement issued by Abdullahi Idris Sadaukin Zuru, Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy to the Kebbi State Governor, stated that according to the Emirate Council, the title was based on Governor Idris’s…
By Rabi’u Sunusi Barrister Kashim Musa Tumsah and supporters of the KMT Movement have reaffirmed their commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and expressed strong support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima in the forthcoming 2027 elections. The position followed a high-level meeting of representatives of various KMT support groups from Yobe State held in Kaduna on Saturday, October 3, 2026, where members reviewed the political situation and considered the movement’s options ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement issued on behalf of the KMT Movement, the group said its commitment to…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has condoled with the Deputy Managing Director of the Kano State Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA), Alhaji Auwalu Lawan Shuaibu Aranposu, over the death of his mother, Hajiya Maryam Alhassan, who passed away on Sunday after a brief illness. Hajiya Maryam Alhassan died at the age of 75 and is survived by seven children, including Alhaji Auwalu Lawan Shuaibu Aranposu, her second child. The Governor described the deceased as a woman of exemplary character, humility and compassion, who was deeply committed to the wellbeing of her family and community. Governor…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Despite torrential rainfall in Cross River State, no fewer than 1,000 youths defied the rain to participate in the 2026 YOMA World Clean-Up exercise held across three locations in Calabar. The exercise, organised with the support of UNICEF and implemented in collaboration with the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) and youth-led organisations, was held at Marian Market, Beach Market in Calabar South, and White House Street. The volunteers cleared refuse and plastic waste from the affected areas as part of efforts to promote environmental cleanliness and encourage young people to take greater responsibility for…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Police Command has confirmed a fire incident involving a petroleum tanker opposite the Odukpani Local Government Secretariat in Odukpani Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred on Sunday, October 4, 2026. According to preliminary information available to the Command, the tanker, which was conveying petroleum products, was involved in a road traffic accident and overturned, resulting in a fire that spread to nearby shops and buildings. The Command’s spokesperson, ASP Sunday Eitokpha Akata, said the tanker driver, who was reportedly trapped in the fire, was rescued and taken to…
By Ado Salisu The Northwest zonal Coordinator of All Stars international football teams, Dr Abubakar Nuhu Danburan has explained the reason behind the walk-over against Kebbi All Stars in the final of Veterans qualifier ahead of the National All Stars Veterans Cup in Abeokuta, the capital city of Ogun. The six geographical regions in the country are expected to produce one state each to compete at the national championship scheduled to hold later in the year at the M.K.O. Abiola stadium, Abeokuta, Ogun state to determine the overall winner at the end of the championship. The championship which is being…
From Shuaibu Ibrahim Gusau Governor Dauda Lawal emphasised that the new 95km road in Tsafe will improve the transportation of goods and services and strengthen security in the local government area. On Sunday, Governor Lawal officially flagged off the construction of the ‘Yandoton Daji, Cediya, Doka, ‘Yan Waren Daji, Hayin Alhaji Bedi, Unguwar Joji, and ‘Yankuzo to Tsafe roads, along with five bridges in Tsafe Local Government Area. The project is divided into two phases, the first phase, covering 47 kilometres, has been awarded to SKY Construction Company, while the second phase, covering 48 kilometres, has been awarded to Setraco…