From John Bassey, Kebbi Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, has disclosed that his administration has spent over ₦16 billion on retirement and death benefits since assuming office in May 2023. The Governor made this known on Thursday while delivering his address at the opening ceremony of the Workers’ Rights Summit, held to commemorate the 88th anniversary of the legalization of trade unionism in Nigeria (1938–2026). The event took place at the Presidential Lodge, Birnin Kebbi. Governor Idris stated that, in line with his administration’s strategic plan for sustainable economic growth, numerous transformative projects have been executed across the…
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By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, on Thursday represented the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, at the Women in Security Summit (WINSEC) 2026, organized by the National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. During the event, Comrade Waiya received the WINSEC Award of Excellence on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in recognition of his Distinguished Leadership for Peace, Security and Good Governance. Speaking after receiving the award, Waiya described the recognition as a testament to Governor Yusuf’s purposeful leadership and citizen-centred…
By Usman Usman Garba, Rabi’u Sunusi and Sani Surajo The Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area of Kano State, Hon. Lawan Najume Kano, has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for what he described as remarkable achievements in education, agriculture, healthcare, infrastructure and water supply across the state. Speaking in an interview, the chairman said the recent employment of qualified teachers, particularly holders of the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE), was a major milestone in strengthening primary education. He noted that although schools are currently on holiday, the newly recruited teachers have already received their appointment letters and will begin enjoying…
By Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe The Gombe State Commissioner for Local Government and Community Development, Barr. Sani Ahmed Haruna, has charged the newly elected chairmen of the state’s 11 Local Government Councils and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) to uphold transparency, accountability, and the prudent management of public resources in the discharge of their responsibilities. The commissioner gave the charge on Wednesday while presiding over the first Joint Account Allocation Committee (JAAC) meeting with the newly elected council chairmen at the Ministry’s Conference Hall in Gombe. He said the people of Gombe State had entrusted the chairmen with the responsibility of…
By Godwin Edet / Ekaette Okon Joseph The Member representing Uyo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Mark Esset, has expressed confidence that Governor Umo Eno will receive overwhelming support from the people of Uyo Federal Constituency in the 2027 governorship election, citing the Governor’s people-centred policies, visible development projects, and unwavering commitment to improving the welfare of the people of Akwa Ibom State. Speaking during the ARISE Akwa Ibom radio programme, the federal lawmaker said the four local government areas that make up Uyo Federal Constituency—Uyo, Uruan, Ibesikpo Asutan, and Nsit Atai—have experienced firsthand the positive…
By Christiana Gokyo, Jos Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has commended the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, for securing approval for the construction of a dam in Kanke Local Government Area of the state. In a message of appreciation, Governor Mutfwang described the project as a significant intervention that will address the persistent water scarcity affecting communities in the area. He said that, when completed, the dam will provide access to potable water, improve sanitation and hygiene, expand irrigation opportunities, boost agricultural productivity, and enhance the overall quality of life of residents.…
By Abubakar Rabilu, Gombe The Coalition of Northeast Movement for Good Governance has rejected calls for an investigation into the alleged acquisition of properties in Abuja by former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, insisting that the allegations are not supported by credible evidence. The coalition’s position follows a petition submitted by a group, Concerned Gombe Citizens, urging the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate Pantami over the alleged acquisition of properties in the Federal Capital Territory. In a statement signed by…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has expressed its readiness to partner with the Federal Government to transform the state into a major livestock production and export hub for Nigeria and West Africa. Governor Bassey Edet Otu made the commitment while hosting the Minister of Livestock Development, Hon. Idi Mukhtar Maiha, ahead of the commissioning of Nigeria’s first Livestock Control Post and Guarantee Facility at Mfum in Ikom Local Government Area. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, Governor Otu said the state was committed to working closely with the Federal Ministry of Livestock…
By Sani Sani Surajo Abubakar The true measure of a responsive government lies not only in the number of projects it executes but also in its ability to improve the lives of its people. While roads, schools, hospitals and other public infrastructure remain vital pillars of development, policies that directly empower citizens economically often leave the most enduring legacy. This philosophy was demonstrated by the administration of Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, during the historic land allocation exercise held on August 1 and 2, 2026, at the Coronation Hall of the Kano State Government House. The event, which…
Daga Usman Usman Garba Yadda aikin gina Kotun Ɗaukaka Ƙara (Court of Appeal) da ke harabar Sakatariyar Audu Bako a Kano ke gudana. Ana gudanar da aikin ne ta hanyar ƙoƙarin Hon. Abubakar Kabir Abubakar (Abba Bichi), ɗan Majalisar Wakilai mai wakiltar Mazabar Tarayya ta Bichi. Ana sa ran kammala wannan aiki zai ƙara ƙarfafa tsarin shari’a tare da sauƙaƙa samun ayyukan Kotun Ɗaukaka Ƙara ga al’ummar Kano da ma jihohin da ke makwabtaka.