From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Federal Government and the Plateau State Government have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening security cooperation following the visit of the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG), Zone 4, AIG Morris Dankwambo, to Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang at the Old Government House, Rayfield, Jos. The visit, which was carried out on the directive of the Inspector General of Police, was aimed at assessing the recent deadly attack in Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area, evaluating the level of destruction, identifying operational gaps, and improving strategies to prevent future occurrences. While conveying the condolences of the…
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From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has reiterated its commitment to urgently restore adequate potable water supply to residents following the rupture of a major water pipeline. The government assured residents of Sokoto metropolis and surrounding areas of its determination to provide safe drinking water despite the disruption caused by the incident. The State Commissioner for Water Resources, Alhaji Aminu Abdullahi Iya, the Iyan Sokoto, gave the assurance on Wednesday during an inspection visit to the damaged pipeline in the Sokoto River. The commissioner led a high-powered technical team from the ministry and the Sokoto State Water…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Government has dismissed as false and misleading allegations that it sponsored Hajj pilgrimage for bandit leaders or individuals involved in criminal activities. The government was reacting to a statement by Bashir Kurfi during a programme aired on Trust TV, where he alleged that the state government provided Hajj sponsorship for people linked to banditry and other crimes. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasiru Danmusa, the government described the allegation as “baseless, unfounded, and without any factual basis,” saying it was aimed at misleading…
Daga Ipole Amajama Afirka ta sake komawa tsakiyar rikicin siyasar duniya, yayin da matsalar rashin tsaro ke ƙara bazuwa daga yankin Sahel zuwa Najeriya da sauran sassan nahiyar. Wannan yanayi na barazana ga ƙasashe masu rauni tare da jefa yankuna da dama cikin rashin kwanciyar hankali. Duk da cewa matsalolin cikin gida, raunin hukumomi da gazawar shugabanci suna taka muhimmiyar rawa wajen haifar da wannan matsala, akwai ƙarin damuwa kan irin tasirin da shigar Rasha ke yi a harkokin Afirka da kuma sakamakon da hakan zai iya haifar wa nahiyar. Najeriya na ci gaba da fuskantar barazanar ta’addanci wadda ta…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Dr. Bello Mode Dange, a physician from Sokoto, Northern Nigeria, has gained international recognition for transforming pediatric healthcare delivery in Kavarna, Bulgaria. Dr. Dange’s leadership has helped revive the pediatric department of Kavarna Hospital, improving healthcare services for children across Bulgaria’s Black Sea coastal region. His journey from the historic seat of the Sokoto Caliphate to becoming a respected pediatric specialist in Europe is being celebrated as an example of the growing global impact of Nigerian professionals. By taking responsibility for a struggling pediatric unit, Dr. Dange has played a key role in sustaining the…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Government under the leadership of Governor Mai Mala Buni has recorded significant achievements in manpower recruitment, training, and capacity building over the past seven years, as part of efforts to strengthen the state’s public service. In a statement issued by Yusuf Ali, the Focal Person for Digital and Strategic Communication, the administration said official records show that it recruited 11,909 new civil servants across critical sectors to improve service delivery and address manpower shortages in government institutions. The breakdown revealed that 4,658 personnel, representing 39 per cent, were employed in the health…
From, Sani Gazas Chinade Damaturu Troops of 222 Battalion, in collaboration with local vigilantes, have conducted a fighting patrol to Bazamri Village in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State following intelligence reports of suspected terrorist activity. Security sources disclosed that the operation was carried out at about 11:30 a.m. on June 23 after reports indicated a possible convergence of suspected ISWAP terrorists in the area. The sources said the troops, operating within Sector 1 Area of Responsibility, swiftly mobilised to the location to verify the intelligence and deny the terrorists freedom of action. According to the sources, the troops…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has advised Nigerian graduates to embrace entrepreneurship and innovation, stressing that the country’s labour market can no longer absorb the growing number of job seekers. Emir of Kano and former Central Bank Governor, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has challenged Nigerian graduates to focus on creating opportunities rather than waiting for scarce jobs in the country’s increasingly competitive labour market. Speaking at the maiden convocation ceremony of Miva Open University in Lagos, Sanusi said graduates must develop the resilience and creativity needed to thrive in a developing economy where formal employment opportunities…
From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina A member of the Katsina State House of Assembly representing Dandume Constituency, Hon. Yahaya Nuhu Mahuta, has launched a special Qur’anic recitation and prayer programme across Dandume Local Government Area, seeking divine intervention to address the security challenges affecting communities in the area. The initiative brings together Islamic clerics and traditional leaders from the 11 wards of the local government area, who have commenced the recitation of the Holy Qur’an and special prayers for peace, security, and stability. Mahuta said the programme was inspired by deliberations of the Katsina State House of Assembly on Monday,…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Government has approved the appointment of Dr. Donald Ibe Ofili as the substantive Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) following a rigorous, transparent and merit-based selection process. This was contained in a statement issued in Abuja by the Assistant Director of Information and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Health and Social welfare, Ado Bako said the Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako,made the announcement on Tuesday, 23 June, 2026 during the presentation of letter of appointment to the new…