By Rabiu Sanusi The Executive Chairman of Bichi Local Government Area, Hon. Hamza Sule Mai Fata, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to educational development by sponsoring academic awards for outstanding students of the College Demonstration School, Bichi. The initiative, which recognized students who excelled during the second term examinations, saw prizes presented to those who emerged first, second and third in their respective classes as part of efforts to encourage hard work, discipline and academic excellence among learners. Speaking on the significance of the gesture, stakeholders described the awards as a major boost to the education sector and a reflection…
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By Abubakar Ibrahim One of the greatest tragedies that can befall a society is the loss of historical consciousness. When a people forget their history, they gradually lose their identity, their values, and their sense of direction. Sadly, this is a dangerous reality confronting Nigeria today, particularly among some sections of the younger generation who have become so consumed by partisan politics that they openly insult and ridicule the very men whose sacrifices laid the foundation for the nation they now enjoy. The increasing attacks on the legacies of the Sardauna of Sokoto, Sir Ahmadu Bello; Nigeria’s first Prime Minister,…
By Sani Ibn Salihu The aftermath of any high-profile political engagement in Nigeria often serves as a litmus test for the maturity of our democratic discourse. Following the summit between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the elders and stakeholders of Plateau State, the public sphere has been inundated with varied narratives. Regrettably, a prominent and deeply concerning fallout has been the targeted vilification of Sheikh Muhammad Sani Yahaya Jingre, the National Chairman of the Council of Ulama of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa Ikamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS). Sheikh Jingre’s offense, in the eyes of his critics, was a straightforward and universally accepted…
Asks Abdu Abdullahi Drawing practical scenarios from the different preliminary stages of politics conducted in all the states in preparation for the 2027 elections, the verdict is now unambiguous that in politics, all politicians are equal but some are more equal than the others. In Gombe State where this drama of political inequality was acted, in the aftermath, the APC was deeply trapped in the parables of doing things right or doing the right thing. The boycotting of primary election for consensus politics caused the party in the state the resignation of Prof. Isa Ali Pantami who was aspiring for…
By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs has highlighted numerous achievements recorded under the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, describing the last three years as a period of unprecedented development across the state. Speaking on the occasion of Governor Yusuf’s third anniversary in office, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Mohammed Tajo Othman, congratulated the governor and commended his commitment to improving education, healthcare, infrastructure, environmental sanitation, and local government administration. According to him, the present administration has strengthened local government autonomy and enabled councils to function more effectively…
By Shafi’u Yahaya The ILU DAN SADAUKI FAMILY has successfully conducted its 4th annual meeting this week, bringing together members of the family in a spirit of unity, cooperation, and mutual development. The meeting was held under the leadership of the family secretary, Dr. Nasiru Bako, who also addressed journalists shortly after the session. Dr. Bako explained that the essence of the gathering is to strengthen family ties in line with the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), particularly the importance of kinship and good relations among relatives. He noted that the family meets annually to identify the less privileged members…
Daga Shu’aibu Ibrahim Gusau Gabanin zaben 2027, dan takarar gwamna na jam’iyyar ADC a jihar Zamfara, Barista Mahadi Aliyu Mohammed, ya karyata rahotannin janyewarsa daga takara, yana mai cewa har yanzu yana nan a matsayin sa na Halittaccen dan takara. A wata sanarwa da mai magana da yawun dan takarar gwamnan jihar ADC, Salisu Mohamed Mada ya fitar a daren ranar Laraba a Gusau, ya bayyana cewa Barista Mahadi Aliyu ya ci gaba da zama zababben dan takarar jam’iyyar ADC a zaben gwamna na 2027 a jihar. Sanarwar ta ci gaba da cewa: “An jawo hankalin mai girma Gwamna, Barr.…
By John Bassey, Kebbi The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Kebbi State Council, has strongly condemned the abduction and killing of teachers and schoolchildren in parts of the country, particularly in Oyo, Borno, and Zamfara states. The union made its position known in a statement jointly signed by the State Chairman, Comrade Zaki Sarki, and the State Secretary, Comrade Gazali Macido, and made available to journalists in Birnin Kebbi. According to the statement, the Kebbi State Council is joining teachers across Nigeria in a peaceful nationwide rally to express solidarity with teachers and learners currently held captive by bandits and…
From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina No fewer than 13 serving members of the Katsina State House of Assembly have failed to secure return tickets under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the forthcoming elections. The Triumph gathered that the affected lawmakers have served either two or three terms in the State Assembly. Those who reportedly lost their party tickets are representatives of Kankia, Charanchi, Dutsin-Ma, Kurfi, Jibia, Matazu, Musawa, Malumfashi, Funtua, Ingawa, Bindawa, Batagarawa and Faskari constituencies. Our correspondent reports that the lawmakers lost their bids for re-election following the rejection of their candidacies by stakeholders in their…
By Usman Usman Garba The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has hosted City Hall’s first-ever London-Africa Business Summit, bringing together more than 200 business and political leaders from across Africa to strengthen trade, investment, and economic partnerships between London and the continent. The summit, held in the heart of London’s financial district, attracted senior government officials, investors, entrepreneurs, and business executives from various African countries. Participants included Ghana’s Minister of Trade for Agribusiness and Industry, as well as representatives from SOAS University of London, Nigerian Exchange Group, Ventures 54, and London Africa Network. The summit was announced during Khan’s 2025…