From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto A fire outbreak in the early hours of Saturday destroyed an adjoining block of offices and solar panels at the Hamidu Ahmed Medical Library, located within the Teaching Hospital Complex of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS). The incident occurred at about 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2026. It was brought under control by the university’s firefighting team with support from the Sokoto State Fire Service. In a statement, the university said the Provost of the College of Health Sciences, the Vice-Chancellor, the University Librarian, the Dean of Student Affairs, the Deputy Dean of the…
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By Aliyu Safiyanu Jahun The Executive Chairman of Taura Local Government, Hon. Shu’aibu Ibn Hambali, has inspected the ongoing Aggregation Centre, Warehouse, Mini Grid, and Irrigation Development Project located along Gumel Road in Gujungu Town, Taura Local Government Area. During the inspection, the Chairman expressed satisfaction with the level of progress recorded and prayed for the successful completion of the projects. He commended the developmental initiative being implemented under the leadership of His Excellency, Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi, Dan Modi, FCA. Hon. Shu’aibu Ibn Hambali stated that upon completion, the projects would significantly boost agricultural development, create employment opportunities,…
By Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to expanding the Nigeria for Women Project (NFWP) to all 34 Local Government Areas of the state as the World Bank moves to provide between $6 million and $8 million in additional funding to accelerate implementation. The governor also unveiled plans to introduce a complementary “Nigeria for Men” initiative aimed at promoting youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, economic self-reliance, and community development. Governor Radda disclosed this while receiving a delegation from the World Bank, the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, and the Nigeria for Women…
By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has expressed satisfaction with the progress of ongoing bridge construction projects across Yobe State, with a major bridge linking the state capital to the northern senatorial district now nearly 90 percent complete. The Yobe State Coordinator of the NEDC, Professor Ibrahim Ali Abbas, led an inspection team to the Jumbom bridge construction site on Friday. He said the visit followed a formal request by the Yobe State Government to assess the cleanup and reconstruction efforts initiated after the devastating floods that affected the state last year. According to Prof.…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Yobe State Command, has recorded significant achievements in the fight against drug abuse and illicit trafficking, arresting 151 suspects and seizing 328.421 kilograms of illicit drugs between July 2025 and June 26, 2026. The State Commander, Mustapha Olayinka Tajudeen (MNIM), disclosed this during a press briefing in Damaturu to commemorate the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (UN Drug Day), observed annually on June 26. Speaking on this year’s theme, “The World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses,” the Commander said it underscores…
By Abba Dukawa A former member of the House of Representatives and Independent Non-Executive Director of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), Hon. Abdullahi Mahmud Gaya, has congratulated former Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Muhammad Dikko Umar (Rtd.), and renowned legal luminary, Abubakar Balarabe Mahmoud, SAN, following their conferment with prestigious traditional titles by the Emir of Kano, His Highness Muhammadu Sanusi II. Hon. Gaya joined family members, associates and other well-wishers at the Emir’s Palace on Friday to witness the colourful turbaning ceremony. At the event, Air Marshal Muhammad Dikko Umar (Rtd.) was turbaned as Sarkin Fulanin Ja’idinawan…
By Ado Salisu Kano Pillars Basketball Club secured a place in the Final 8 of the Nigerian Basketball Federation (NBBF) Premier League after edging Aso Sky Hawks of Abuja 84–81 in the second phase of the league at the Minna Centre in Niger State. The Pyramids City Boys recorded five victories during the phase, defeating Niger Potters, Gombe Bulls, Bauchi Nets, City Chiefs of Benue, and Aso Sky Hawks, while suffering their only defeat against Nile University of Abuja. The qualification means Kano Pillars will compete among the top four teams from the Savannah and Atlantic Conferences for the league…
By Mustapha Saye, From Kaduna The Kaduna State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has seized 12,724.652 kilograms of assorted illicit drugs and psychotropic substances and arrested 1,107 suspects for various drug-related offences between June 2025 and June 2026. The State Commander, CN Maijama’a Muhammad, disclosed this on Friday during a press briefing to mark the 2026 United Nations International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking in Kaduna. Addressing journalists on the theme, “The World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses,” Muhammad described drug abuse as a major driver of criminality, violence, family breakdown,…
From Sani Gazas Chinade Damaturu The Potiskum Local Government Grinding Machines Association has assured its readiness to partner with Yobe Flour and Feed Mills in a move aimed at strengthening local production and promoting economic development in Yobe State. The chairman of grinding association kasuwar NPN in Potiskum town, Mohammed Ali Doctor made the assurance during a meeting between officials of the association and the management of Yobe Flour and Feed Mills, where discussions focused on creating a sustainable business relationship that would benefit both parties. Speaking during the engagement, representatives of the association expressed their commitment to supporting the…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC)/Transparency International (TI) Nigeria has expressed concern over critical gaps in the recently passed constitutional amendment bill on State Policing, warning that without stronger safeguards, sustainable funding, and effective accountability mechanisms, the reform could create new opportunities for political abuse, weaken public trust, and deepen inequalities in security provision across Nigeria. In a statement signed by the Executive Director of CISLAC and Head of Transparency International Nigeria, Comrade Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, the organisation acknowledged that while decentralised policing could improve intelligence gathering, strengthen community trust, and enhance responses to local security…