Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim Residents of Tsakuwa community in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area of Kano State have honoured 11 individuals for their outstanding contributions to the development of the town. The awards were presented during the 6th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Tsakuwa Mufarka Sustainable Development Association, held on Sunday at Central Primary School, Tsakuwa. Among those honoured were the traditional ruler of the community, Sarkin Tsakuwa, Alhaji Isma’ila Santali Tsakuwa; the Chairman of the Tsakuwa Mufarka Sustainable Development Association, Alhaji Tasiu Alhassan Tsakuwa; and a retired headmaster of Central Primary School, Tsakuwa, Alhaji Mahmuda Shehu, who continues to…
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Christiana Gokyo Jos The Executive Director of Sentinel Oasis for Love and Care Initiative (SOLCI), Haroun Harry Audu, has said that the future of communities, states, and the nation will be determined by the quality of leadership emerging from today’s young people. He stated this on Thursday during the 2nd Edition of the SOLCI Youth Servant Leadership Training and Roundtable held at Gidan Bege, Jos, with the theme: “From Voice to Impact: Advancing Youth Influence for Social Good.” According to him, Nigeria is currently at a critical moment in its history, noting that recent United Nations population estimates place the…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has expressed concern over environmental challenges facing the state and called on the government to take urgent steps to address them. The call was made during the Congress of the NUJ, Cross River State Council, held on June 3, 2026, at the Ernest Etim Bassey Press Centre, Calabar, where members deliberated extensively on issues affecting the state. In a communiqué issued after the meeting, the union emphasized the need for proactive environmental management and urged the state government, through the Ministry of Environment,…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Nigeria has called for the adoption of inclusive and human-centred artificial intelligence (AI) policies that safeguard jobs and workers’ rights while leveraging technology to promote economic growth and decent work. The call was made by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, while delivering Nigeria’s statement at the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. According to a statement issued in Abuja by the Head of Press and Public Relations of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, Mrs. Annah Daniel, the minister was responding to the report of the…
Daga Shu’aibu Ibrahim, Gusau Kungiyar Matasan Arewa maso Yamma (NYUF) ta yi kira ga Gwamnatin Tarayya da ta dauki matakan gaggawa domin kawo karshen tashe-tashen hankula da zubar da jini da ake fama da su a jihohin Arewa maso Yamma cikin kwanaki 30. Kungiyar ta bayyana cewa idan ba a samu gagarumin ci gaba wajen magance matsalar tsaro ba a cikin wa’adin da ta bayar, mahalarta taronta za su dauki duk wata hanyar da ta dace domin neman a hukunta masu hannu a cikin wadannan munanan ayyuka. Wannan na kunshe ne cikin wata sanarwa da shugaban kungiyar, Murtala Ishaqa Jangebe,…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Department of Mass Communication, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS), is set to host its maiden international conference from June 7 to June 10, 2026, with the theme: “Media and National Development in the Era of Artificial Intelligence.” This was disclosed in a statement issued by Dr. Danladi Bako, Chairman of the Conference Organising Committee. According to Dr. Bako, former President of the United Nations General Assembly, Prof. Tijjani Muhammad-Bande, will serve as the Chairman of the conference. He explained that the event will commence on June 7 with a pre-conference lecture to be delivered…
By Rabiu sanusi The Kano State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Muhammad Tajo Othman has said Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf administration has redefined grassroots governance through massive investments in local government development, infrastructure, Security, Education and Social Welfare programmes across the state. Speaking during an interview, Othman said the governor commitment to empowering local governments has brought governance closer to the people and ensured that development projects reflect the actual needs of communities. According to him, the administration’s development strategy begins with direct engagement with local councils and community stakeholders to identify priority projects before implementation. “We work…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has approved the constitution of a 20-member Hajj Reception Committee to coordinate the arrival and reception of pilgrims returning from the 2026 Hajj exercise. According to a statement issued by the Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Abubakar Bawa, Governor Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto approved the committee to ensure a smooth and orderly reception of the pilgrims. The statement disclosed that the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs will serve as the chairman of the committee, while the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice will act as co-chairman. Other members…
From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Development Management Board (KTDMB), in collaboration with Mercy Corps, has organized a two-day training programme for senior government officials aimed at strengthening their capacity in conflict management, mediation, and peacebuilding to promote sustainable development and social cohesion. The training, held at Comfort Hub in Kano, focused on Interest-Based Negotiation and Mediation (IBNM) under the Conflict Prevention, Crisis Response and Resilience (CPCRR) programme. Speaking during the opening session, the Executive Director of KTDMB, Dr. Mustapha Shehu, emphasized the strong relationship between peace, security, and development, noting that sustainable food production and improved nutrition…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Executive Chairman of Sokoto South Local Government Area, Alhaji Ya’u Muhammad Danda, has received a prominent political activist and Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rijiyar Dorawa ‘A’ Ward, Alhaji Aminu Shala, who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Alhaji Aminu Shala, who also served as Chairman of the Sokoto South ADC Ward Chairmen Forum, formally announced his defection to the APC during a gathering attended by party leaders, government officials, and stakeholders. Speaking at the event, Alhaji Ya’u Muhammad Danda described Shala’s return to…