By Christiana Gokyo, Jos The leadership of the Standup for Women Society (SWS) has expressed deep concern and outrage over the alarming increase in cases of child trafficking and kidnapping across Nigeria, particularly the recent disturbing incidents reported in Oyo, Kebbi, Borno (Maiduguri), and several other states. This was contained in a statement signed by the President of the International Standup for Women Society, Barr. Mrs. Deborah A. Ijadele-Adetona, in Jos. She called on the Federal Government, the National Assembly, state governors, traditional institutions, religious leaders, civil society organisations, parents, and all Nigerians to treat child trafficking and kidnapping as…
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By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Government has intensified efforts to strengthen peacebuilding, youth reformation and crime prevention initiatives through strategic collaboration with security agencies under its Safe Corridor Programme, Kano Model. The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, disclosed this following a courtesy visit to the Kano State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Commandant Mohammed Hassan Agalama. According to Waiya, the visit formed part of the government’s ongoing stakeholders’ engagement aimed at consolidating support for the Safe Corridor Programme a community-driven initiative designed to promote peace, security and sustainable development…
By Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project has distributed agricultural inputs to 600 farmers across Katsina, Jibia, and Kaita Local Government Areas as part of efforts to enhance food production, strengthen climate resilience, and improve rural livelihoods. The intervention, carried out in Kabukawa community of Katsina Local Government Area, is aimed at supporting smallholder farmers with essential farming tools and inputs to increase productivity and contribute to food security in the state. Speaking during the distribution exercise, the Katsina ACReSAL Project Coordinator, Alhaji Nafiu Muhammad Musa, represented by the Monitoring and Evaluation…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Residents of Tsamaye town in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State have apprehended two persons suspected of attempting to steal an electricity transformer in the community. According to local sources, the suspects were arrested during the alleged operation, while three other members of the group reportedly escaped. The arrested individuals have since been handed over to security agencies for further investigation and possible prosecution. The incident has heightened concerns over the increasing cases of vandalism and theft of power infrastructure in parts of Sokoto State, with residents calling for stronger measures to protect…
By Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Operatives of the Sokoto State Police Command have neutralized three suspected bandits and recovered an AK-47 rifle and ammunition in Bodinga Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The operation was carried out in line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to sustain the fight against violent crime nationwide and curb banditry in the state. The command stated that the success was achieved through swift mobilization, professional engagement, and the subsequent neutralization of the three suspected bandits, leading to the recovery of their weapon and ammunition. The operation has significantly…
Daga Usman Usman Garba Zainab Hassan Basarakiya na daga cikin fitattun jaruman mata na masana’antar shirya fina-finan Hausa ta Kannywood. Ta yi fice wajen nuna bajinta a harkar fim tare da samun nasara a fannin kasuwanci, lamarin da ya sanya ta zama abin koyi ga matasa da dama, musamman mata. An haifi Zainab Hassan Basarakiya a ranar 15 ga Satumba, 1993, a garin Suleja da ke Jihar Neja, Najeriya. Ta samu ilimin addini da na zamani tun daga ƙuruciyarta, wanda ya taimaka wajen gina rayuwarta da kuma shirya ta domin fuskantar ƙalubalen rayuwa. Tun tana yarinya, Zainab tana da sha’awar…
By Usman Usman Garba Zainab Hassan Basarakiya is one of the most recognized faces in the Kannywood film industry. Renowned for her talent, versatility, and entrepreneurial spirit, she has built a reputation as a successful actress, presenter, and businesswoman whose influence extends beyond the entertainment sector. Born on 15 September 1993 in Suleja, Niger State, Nigeria, Zainab grew up in an environment that valued both religious and Western education. She attended schools where she acquired Islamic knowledge alongside formal education, a foundation that helped shape her character and career aspirations. From a young age, Zainab displayed a passion for the…
By Usman Usman Garba Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the appointment of new special advisers and the reassignment of several serving advisers as part of a strategic restructuring aimed at strengthening governance and enhancing service delivery across Kano State. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Thursday. As part of the exercise, Governor Yusuf approved the scrapping of the offices of Special Adviser on Domestic Affairs and Special Adviser on Liaison Offices (Abuja), with affected officials reassigned to other responsibilities. By this announcement, Habiba Mustapha Barwa, who previously served as…
From, Sani Gazas Chinade Damaturu The Ngazargamu Emirate Council has announced the passing of His Royal Highness, the Mai Ngazargamu, Alhaji Tijjani Ibn Saleh Geidam, who died in Egypt after a prolonged illness. In an official statement issued by the Waziri of Ngazargamu, Alhaji Muhammad Alamai Baba Kankare, the Emirate Council expressed profound sorrow over the demise of the revered traditional ruler, describing his death as a monumental loss to the emirate, Yobe State, and the traditional institution in Nigeria. The statement noted that the late monarch passed away on Monday while receiving medical treatment in Egypt. According to the…
By Usman Usman Garba and Rabi’u Sunusi Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Muhammad Gerawa is the General Managing Director of Gerawa Group Company. In his interview with members of journalists in his office, he explained how Governor Yusuf transforms Kano and way forward on businesses at this current administration. Excerpt: Q: Thank you for granting us this interview. To begin with, how would you assess the performance of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in his third years anniversary in office so far? Gerawa: Thank you very much. First and foremost, I want to say that since the assumption of office of His Excellency…