Daga Shu’aibu Ibrahim, Gusau Jam’iyyar Action Alliance (AA) reshen jihar Zamfara ta yi Allah wadai da harin da aka kai wa ɗan takararta na shugaban ƙasa a zaɓen 2027, Aare Adekunle Rufai Omoaje, wanda ya faru a wajen wani taron jana’iza a ranar Asabar. Jam’iyyar ta bayyana harin a matsayin farmaki kai tsaye kan dimokuraɗiyya da kuma ‘yancin gudanar da siyasa cikin lumana. A cikin wata sanarwa da aka fitar a yammacin ranar Lahadi a Gusau, Shugaban AA na jihar Zamfara, Alhaji Shehu Hussaini Waziri, ya yi kira ga hukumomin tsaro da su gudanar da cikakken bincike domin gano waɗanda…
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From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State have criticised Senator Garba Musa Maidoki, who represents Kebbi South Senatorial District, describing his recent comments as misleading. They said his remarks reflected political immaturity, insensitivity to the plight of his constituents, and selfishness. In a statement issued by Abdullahi Idris, Sadaukin Zuru and Special Adviser on Continuity and Strategy to the Kebbi State Governor, the stakeholders alleged that Maidoki’s frequent media comments on the security challenges in Zuru were driven by frustration over his growing disconnect from his constituents. “Since 1999, Kebbi State has…
By Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has raised concerns over what it describes as the exploitation of consumers by operators in the downstream petroleum sector, warning that it will sanction any marketer found engaging in unfair or anti-competitive practices. In a statement issued in Abuja by the Commission’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, the FCCPC said its ongoing surveillance of the downstream petroleum market revealed that reductions in gantry prices by local refiners, marketers, depot operators and retail outlets have been minimal and do not reflect the sharp decline in global crude oil…
From John Bassey, Kebbi The Governor of Kebbi State, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris (Kauran Gwandu), joined his fellow Northwest governors in Hadejia, Jigawa State, for the commissioning of landmark projects executed by the Governor of Jigawa State, Mallam Umar Namadi. A statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Ahmed Idris, and made available to journalists in Birnin Kebbi, said Governor Idris commended Governor Namadi for his visionary leadership and commitment to delivering impactful projects that directly improve the lives of the people. The projects were inaugurated on Monday by Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu.…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Industrialist and Chairman of Oranto Petroleum Ltd., Prince (Engr.) Arthur Eze, OFR, has offered scholarships to 50 undergraduate students of Northwest University Sokoto (NWUS), beginning from the 2026/2027 academic session. The offer, contained in a letter dated May 8, 2026, states that the scholarship scheme is designed to support brilliant but financially disadvantaged students with the potential to excel academically and contribute meaningfully to society. According to the letter, the first phase of the programme will cover students enrolled in full-time degree programmes across the various faculties of the university. The scholarship will cover either…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Government has attributed the persistent water shortage affecting several communities across the state to widespread vandalism, theft, and sabotage of public water infrastructure. It has assured residents that normal water supply will be restored within the next two to three weeks. The Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Dahiru Hashim, gave the assurance while addressing concerns over the water crisis in communities such as Ghari, Dambatta, and Joda, where residents have been forced to rely on rivers and hand-dug wells for their daily water needs. According to the commissioner, the current administration inherited several damaged…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Commissioner of Police, Cross River State Command, Rashid B. Afegbua, has certified 712 newly trained corporals and constables following the successful completion of an intensive Musketry and Weapons Handling Training Programme at the 11 Police Mobile Force (PMF) Squadron in Calabar. The training, conducted in three batches from June 1 to 19, 2026, brought together officers from the state’s three senatorial districts. It forms part of the strategic vision of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to strengthen the operational capacity of police personnel through continuous, standardized and professional training. During the certification…
By Shafi’u Yahaya The Kano State Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Sheikh Tijjani Sani Auwal, has praised the author of the book Musan Magabatanmu, describing it as a valuable historical work that preserves the legacy of prominent families and their contributions to society. The commissioner made the remarks during the launch of the book, held at the City Campus Auditorium of Northwest University Kano. He represented the Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, at the event. Speaking at the occasion, Sheikh Tijjani Sani Auwal disclosed that members of his own family are among those featured in the book. He commended the…
By Muawiya Bala Idris, Katsin The Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), Katsina State, is set to partner with AFDIN Group Chairman, Alhaji Dahiru Barau Mangal, to promote research, entrepreneurship, and national development. The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Professor Muhammed Khalid Othman, disclosed this while leading the university’s management team on a courtesy visit to Alhaji Mangal at his residence in Katsina. Professor Othman said the proposed partnership is aimed at harnessing research and innovation to address societal challenges, create entrepreneurial opportunities, and improve the lives of Nigerians. He also formally invited Alhaji Mangal to serve as the Special Guest at the…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama,Calabar Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has assured the people of Obanliku Local Government Area of accelerated development, following a unanimous endorsement of his second-term bid by political leaders, traditional rulers and stakeholders from the area ahead of the 2027 general elections. The governor gave the assurance on Tuesday while receiving a delegation of Obanliku stakeholders at his residence in Calabar. Otu described Obanliku as one of the state’s most strategic local government areas, citing its rich tourism and agricultural potential as key drivers of Cross River’s economic diversification. He announced that the state government had…