By Ado Salisu The Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) has unveiled a 21-player squad for the 2026 World Youth Scrabble Championship, scheduled to take place from August 7 to 9 at the Trademark Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya. Nigeria heads into the tournament with high expectations, relying on a blend of experienced champions and emerging talents as it seeks to make a strong impression against the world’s best young Scrabble players. The team will be led by the 2025 World Best Female Player, Sophia Ebube Ekeruche, alongside Abdulqodus Aliu, who narrowly missed winning the world title in his category last year. Also…
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By Shafi’u Yahaya IFING Media has successfully hosted a conference on Islamic finance, bringing together stakeholders from different sectors to discuss the role of Islamic finance in promoting entrepreneurship and economic development. One of the highlights of the event was the presentation of an award to renowned estate developer Alhaji Abdulmalik Mahadi in recognition of his outstanding contributions to supporting entrepreneurs. In his welcome address, the Chief Executive Officer of IFING Media, Alhaji Mudansir, thanked Almighty God for granting participants the opportunity to witness the conference. He described this year’s edition as the most credible so far, noting that it…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in collaboration with personnel of the Nigeria Police Mobile Force (MOPOL), have foiled an attempted mass abduction by suspected ISWAP terrorists at the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC), Monguno, Borno State. The incident occurred at about 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2026, at the FGGC facility, which is currently being used by the Borno State Government as temporary hostel accommodation for students of the Federal Polytechnic, Monguno. This was contained in a statement issued in Abuja by the Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation…
By Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has commended Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar Radda, for appointing the immediate past Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in the state, Comrade Husaini Hamisu Yanduna, as a Permanent Secretary in the state civil service. The commendation was contained in a statement signed by the State President of NULGE, Comrade Nasiru Wada Maiadua, who holds the traditional title of Dan Saran Daura. Maiadua described Yanduna’s appointment as well deserved, citing his wealth of experience, commitment, and exemplary leadership qualities. According to him, Yanduna’s leadership made significant…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Nagarta College, Sokoto, has held its maiden Speech and Prize-Giving Day in more than three decades, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s history. The 2026 event also featured the launch of the maiden edition of the Nagarta Magazine. Established in 1905, Nagarta College, regarded as the premier college in Northern Nigeria, last held its Speech and Prize-Giving Day in 1993. The college is the alma mater of the late Premier of Northern Nigeria, Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto; former President Alhaji Shehu Shagari; and two late Sultans of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Maccido…
By Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The 12th edition of the National Horse Racing Derby, tagged “Sokoto 2026,” ended in grand style on Saturday at the Sen. Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko International Race Course, Durbawa, following a week of thrilling competitions and cultural celebrations. The event, organised by the Nigerian Derby Horse Racing Association as part of activities marking the third anniversary of the administration of Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, attracted horse owners, jockeys and thousands of spectators from across Nigeria and neighbouring African countries. The grand finale featured five prestigious races: the Sultan’s Cup, Governor’s Cup, Sen. Aliyu…
By Usman Usman Garba In an era where social media has evolved beyond entertainment into a powerful platform for business, education and personal branding, Safiya Lawal Dalhat, popularly known as Sophy A China, is steadily carving a niche for herself as a young Nigerian entrepreneur and digital personality. With a growing presence on TikTok and other social media platforms, Sophy A China has attracted an expanding audience through content centred on entrepreneurship, business development, China sourcing and women’s economic empowerment. What distinguishes her from many social media personalities is the deliberate focus of her content. Rather than using digital platforms…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Chairman of Bichi Local Government Area, Hon. Hamza Sule Maifata, has reaffirmed the commitment of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the area to work in unity with stakeholders to secure victory for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and all APC candidates in Kano State during the 2027 general elections. Maifata made the declaration during a strategic meeting at the National Assembly in Abuja, where he led a high-powered delegation on a courtesy visit to the Member representing Bichi Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations, Hon. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar,…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Executive Chairman of Bichi Local Government Area, Hon. Hamza Sule Mai Fata, has continued to strengthen his reputation as a grassroots-oriented leader through a series of development projects and empowerment programmes aimed at improving the lives of residents across the council. Since assuming office, Mai Fata has implemented people-centred initiatives spanning infrastructure, education, healthcare, youth empowerment, and social welfare. His administration has focused on addressing immediate community needs while laying the foundation for sustainable development. One of the administration’s major achievements is the empowerment of more than 2,000 beneficiaries with financial support ranging from N20,000 to…
By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has commended Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, for sponsoring more than 700 law students from the state in various universities and the Nigerian Law School. According to a statement issued by the Director-General, Press and Media Affairs to the Governor, Mamman Muhammad, the NBA President gave the commendation on Monday during a courtesy visit to Governor Buni at the Government House in Damaturu. Osigwe said available records showed that the governor had sponsored over 700 law students, describing the gesture as…