From Joseph Asegba, Yola P-GAT Industries Ltd has announced a N300 billion mobility and infrastructure investment programme in Adamawa State, aimed at positioning the Northeast as a hub for sustainable transportation and economic development. The announcement was made on Thursday in Numan by the company’s Chairman and President, Prime GA Timothy, ahead of the Affordable Transportation Solutions (ATRaS) Mobility Transition Summit 2026, scheduled for June 20 at the Pwanobato International Event Center. Timothy said the choice of Numan as the host city was intentional, stressing that development opportunities should not be concentrated only in major urban centres. He noted that…
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From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening inter-agency cooperation to address security challenges and enhance national stability. This was contained in a statement issued in Abuja by the NCS, which said the commitment was reiterated during a strategic engagement between the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, and the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Disu Olatunji, at the NCS Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja. Welcoming the IGP, Adeniyi congratulated him on his appointment and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the Nigeria Police Force effectively. He emphasised…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Director General of the Kano Social Protection Agency (KASPA), Hon. Fatima Abubakar Abdullahi (Amneef), has congratulated the people of Kano State and Nigerians across the country on the occasion of the 2026 Democracy Day celebration. In a goodwill message issued to mark the national event, the KASPA Director General described Democracy Day as a significant milestone that reflects Nigeria’s collective commitment to democratic governance, freedom, justice, and the rule of law. She noted that the annual celebration provides an opportunity for citizens to reflect on the sacrifices of the nation’s democratic heroes and renew their dedication…
By Muawiya Bala Idris, Katsin The Katsina State Government has confirmed the death of retired Nigerian Army spokesman and former Major General, Rabe Abubakar, who reportedly died while in captivity after being abducted by armed bandits. In an official statement issued by the Commissioner for Security and Internal Affairs, Nasiru Mu’azu, the state government said intensive efforts were made in collaboration with security agencies to secure the safe release of the retired senior officer, but the efforts unfortunately ended in tragedy. According to the statement, the former military spokesperson died as a result of health complications, including diabetes and high…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has approved the procurement of assorted fertilisers, improved seeds and agrochemicals worth N1.652 billion to support wet-season farming and enhance agricultural productivity across the state. The approval was granted during the State Executive Council meeting held on Thursday at the Council Chamber, Government House, Sokoto. According to the government, the agricultural inputs will complement those earlier procured by local government councils and ensure that farmers receive the supplies at the onset of the rainy season to maximise yields during the current cropping season. The Council also approved the purchase of 1,200…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has honoured its retiring Deputy Comptroller-General (DCG), Musa Omale, with the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, and members of the Management Team paying glowing tributes to his years of dedicated service, professionalism, and invaluable contributions to the Service. According to a statement issued by the NCS in Abuja, the ceremony, held recently at the Service Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, brought together senior officers who reflected on the retiring officer’s distinguished career and enduring legacy. Speaking at the event, CGC Adeniyi said the Service’s tradition of celebrating officers at retirement provides…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission (ADSIEC) has declared its readiness for Saturday’s local government election, following the distribution of both sensitive and non-sensitive electoral materials across the state. The commission assured voters that all necessary arrangements had been concluded to ensure a smooth, peaceful, free, fair, and credible election involving 11 political parties. Speaking with journalists during the distribution of election materials at the commission’s central store in Yola, the Commissioner for Logistics and Field Operations, Emmanuel Anuhu Abba, said sensitive and non-sensitive materials were already being dispatched to the various local government areas. According…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja As the Ekiti State Governorship Election is scheduled to hold on Saturday, 20 June 2026, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reaffirmed its operational, technological, and logistical readiness to conduct a free, fair, and credible election. In a statement issued in Abuja, the Commission said its Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, personally led a final pre-election engagement with critical stakeholders in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday, 11 June 2026. Prof. Amupitan addressed the Ekiti State Governorship Election Stakeholders’ Forum nine days before the poll, presenting a comprehensive readiness report and outlining the responsibilities of political parties, security…
From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring uninterrupted water supply across the state through the regular provision of diesel and water treatment chemicals to all water treatment plants. The State Commissioner for Water Supply, Alhaji Mannir Ayuba Sullubawa, made the pledge during a meeting with officers in charge of various water supply schemes in the state. He stated that the administration of Governor Dikko Umaru Radda remains committed to completing all ongoing water projects and rehabilitating existing facilities to ensure that no community suffers from water scarcity. According to the commissioner, the…
By Dahiru Yusuf Yabo The campaign for State Police is gaining momentum across Nigeria. Supporters present it as the long-awaited solution to insecurity, arguing that local control will improve intelligence gathering, speed up response times, strengthen community policing, and deepen federalism. While these arguments appear persuasive, they ignore a critical reality that Nigerians cannot afford to overlook. Before entrusting governors with armed police institutions, we must first ask a fundamental question: What have state governors done with the powers they already possess? The answer is visible in the tragic history of State Independent Electoral Commissions (SIECs). For more than two…