From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Yakurr Royal Traditional Embassy in Cross River State has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the warring communities of Ugep and Idomi to immediately end the renewed hostilities threatening peace and stability in the area. In a statement made available to journalists in Calabar and signed by Chief Patrick Ufe (Ledu Opelli), Ambassador of the Yakurr Royal Traditional Embassy, the organization expressed deep concern over the lingering conflict between the two sister communities. The Embassy said it was compelled to speak out following reports of violent clashes between Ugep and Idomi, stressing that the situation…
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From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Kebbi State Government has approved the extension of the retirement age and years of service for medical doctors in the state civil service as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery and retain experienced professionals. The decision was reached during a State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Nasir Idris, according to a statement issued by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy, Abdullahi Idris Sadaukin Zuru. Addressing journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner for Establishment, Pension and Training, Alhaji Awwal Manu Dogondaji, disclosed that the retirement age for medical doctors has been…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Governor Ahmad Aliyu of Sokoto State has donated a total of N4 million and 40 bags of rice to four families affected by a recent bandit attack in Shagari Local Government Area, as part of efforts to ease their hardship and provide support during their period of grief. Each family received N1 million and 10 bags of rice from the state government. Presenting the assistance on behalf of the governor, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Dadi Adare, reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to supporting victims of insecurity and strengthening efforts to…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Ministry of Health has engaged with State Ministry for Public Procurement and other key procurement stakeholders in a strategic dialogue aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and overall service delivery within the health sector. The engagement brought together relevant actors in procurement processes to strengthen collaboration, ensure compliance with due process, and enhance value for public resources allocated to healthcare services. Speaking during the session, the Honorable Commissioner Ministry for Public Procurement Projects Monitoring and Evaluation (MPPPME), Kano Comrade Nura Ma’aji Sumaila emphasized the importance of effective procurement practices in achieving quality healthcare delivery, noting…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Forum of Special Advisers in Cross River State has presented a comprehensive account of the achievements recorded by Governor Bassey Edet Otu’s administration after 1,080 days in office. The details were unveiled on Monday during the three-year Administration Milestones Sectoral Briefing held in Calabar. Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Forum and Special Adviser to the Governor on General Duties, Barr. Ekpenyong Akiba, said the briefing formed part of the administration’s deliberate efforts to keep the public informed about its activities and achievements since assuming office. “The administration considers transparency and accountability…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has officially flagged off the 2026 Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Week (MNCHW), a strategic healthcare intervention aimed at improving the nutritional status and overall wellbeing of mothers and children across the state. The flag-off ceremony was held on Monday at Kofar Kade Primary Healthcare Centre in Sokoto North Local Government Area. Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Faruk Umar Abubakar, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to improving maternal, newborn and child health outcomes through sustained investments in primary healthcare services and preventive interventions. He described the MNCHW…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has announced the death of two female pilgrims from the state in Makkah following the successful completion of the 2026 Hajj exercise. The State Deputy Amirul Hajj and Grand Khadi of Sokoto State, Alhaji Sodangi Acida, disclosed this during an interview with journalists in Makkah. According to him, the deceased pilgrims were identified as Ladi Umar from Bodinga Local Government Area and Hadiza Umar from Yabo Local Government Area. Alhaji Acida conveyed the condolences of the Sokoto State Government to the families of the deceased and prayed to Almighty…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu In a bold and strategic move to strengthen medical education, bridge critical manpower gaps, and enhance healthcare delivery in Yobe State, the administration of Governor Mai Mala Buni, CON, has sponsored 13 medical lecturers for postgraduate studies in reputable universities across Malaysia and India. The initiative underscores Governor Buni’s commitment to human capital development, institutional capacity building, and the transformation of the health sector through sustained investment in education and professional development. The beneficiaries, drawn from various medical disciplines, will pursue advanced postgraduate programmes in Medical Biochemistry, Medical Physiology, Medical Anatomy, Human Anatomy, Clinical Pharmacology,…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reportedly begun moves to persuade a prominent chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mustapha Inuwa, to defect to the ruling party. Mustapha Inuwa, a former governorship aspirant and a strong pillar of the ADC in Katsina State, lost the party’s governorship ticket following a consensus arrangement by party stakeholders. The development reportedly triggered internal crisis within the ADC, as a faction led by Inuwa rejected the outcome and called for its cancellation. The aggrieved faction also issued a two-week ultimatum to party leadership,…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), the national chapter of Transparency International in Nigeria, has expressed grave concern over disturbing financial intelligence findings indicating possible large-scale diversion, misappropriation, and abuse of public funds linked to the management of security-related accounts in Kogi State. This was containing in statement issued by the Director of CISLAC Auwal Ibrahim Musa Rafsan Jani which made available to Journalists. The statement said,the latest revelations emerge against the backdrop of CISLAC/TI Nigeria’s sustained advocacy and monitoring of the use of security votes and security intervention funds across Nigeria. For over a decade,…