By Rabiu Sanusi Thousands of supporters has on Tuesday trooped out to welcome governorship aspirant, Kashim Musa Tumsah, during his visit to Nguru Local Government Area of Yobe State, in what observers described as one of the largest political gatherings witnessed in the area in recent times. The gathering attracted a large number of party supporters, particularly youths and women, who lined major roads and public spaces to receive the aspirant amid chants, cheers and displays of solidarity. Political observers noted that the turnout was particularly significant as the reception took place in the hometown of the candidate reportedly endorsed…
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By Muawiya Bala Idris, Katsina The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Katsina State has elected former member of the House of Representatives, Hamisu Gambo Danlawan, as its candidate for the Katsina Central Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. Danlawan emerged unopposed after other aspirants reportedly withdrew from the contest. Speaking while presenting Danlawan to party supporters, Yakubu Lado Danmarke commended the peaceful conduct of the election and described the candidate as a loyal party member, gentleman and grassroots politician. Danmarke recalled that Danlawan, during his tenure as a member of the House of Representatives representing Katsina Local Government…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Ministry of Planning and Budget, in collaboration with the UNICEF Kano Field Office, has organised the Q1 2026 Review and Coordination Meeting of the State Committee on Food and Nutrition (SCFN). The meeting, held at Hotel Seventeen in Kaduna, was themed: “Strengthening Multi-Sectoral Actions for Improved Nutrition and Food Security in Kano State.” This was contained in a statement issued by the Ministry’s Director of Special Assignments, Halima Ahmad Ishaq, and made available to journalists. The meeting brought together Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), development partners and civil society organisations to assess the implementation…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has enrolled over 7.6 million employees into the Employees Compensation Scheme (ECS), marking a major milestone in workers’ social protection across the country. The Fund also recorded a historic breakthrough with the enrolment of the Nigeria Police Force into the scheme for the first time. In a statement issued in Abuja, the Managing Director of NSITF, Oluwaseun Faleye, disclosed this during the 2026 International Civil Service Conference held on Wednesday in Abuja. According to him, “We have enrolled over 7.6 million employees into the Scheme. We secured the enrolment…
By Sule Aliyu, Bauchi A former Bauchi State governorship aspirant, Captain Bala Jibrin, has strongly warned party leaders in the state against the alleged plan to impose former Governor Barrister Muhammad Abdullahi Abubakar as the party’s candidate in the forthcoming primary elections. Captain Bala Jibrin gave the warning during a press conference held at the NUJ Press Centre in Bauchi. He specifically called on former Governor Isa Yuguda and the current Minister of Health, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, to protect their integrity and listen to the wishes of the electorate. He reminded Prof. Pate of the events surrounding the 2019…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Executive Chairman of Liberty Television Media Group Nigeria, Alhaji Dr. Tijjani Ramalan, has decried the state of political decay in Northern Nigeria, describing the attitude of many politicians in the region as nonchalant and unproductive. Dr. Ramalan made the remarks during a news conference ahead of the 2026 Liberty Symposium themed: “Re-Imagining the North: Media, Productive Power and the Making of the Next Northern Nigeria.” According to him, the theme of the symposium is both timely and urgent as Northern Nigeria and the country at large stand at a critical point in their political,…
By Rabiu Sanusi Residents of Dadin Kowa community in Wudil Local Government Area of Kano State have called for greater attention to the challenges facing rural communities, particularly in the areas of infrastructure, social amenities, and economic opportunities. This was highlighted by journalist and community reporter, Maryam Usman Nagado, during a grassroots assessment visit to the community aimed at documenting the living conditions and concerns of rural dwellers. According to her, the visit went beyond a routine media assignment, as it provided an opportunity to interact directly with residents and gain deeper insight into their daily realities. She noted that…
From: Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Our attention has been drawn to rumours and misleading reports circulating in some quarters alleging that Kashim Musa Tumsah has withdrawn from the Yobe State governorship race under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a press statement issued by the Campaign Media Directorate of the Kashim Musa Tumsah Governorship Campaign Organisation, the report was described as false, misleading, and not reflective of the true position of the aspirant regarding the forthcoming APC gubernatorial primaries in Yobe State. For the avoidance of doubt, Kashim Musa Tumsah remains a bona fide aspirant in the…
By Sule Aliyu, Bauchi One of the leading aspirants for the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi State, Shehu Buba Umar, who represents Bauchi South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has formally withdrawn from the party’s governorship primary election scheduled for Thursday, 21 May 2026. The senator announced his withdrawal under protest, citing alleged breaches of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), the Electoral Act 2026, the APC Constitution (2022 as amended), and the party’s electoral guidelines. The announcement was contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on…
By Danjuma Labiru Bolari, Gombe A fatal road crash has claimed two lives and left two others injured along the New Mile 3 axis of the Gombe–Yola Federal Highway in Gombe State, today, Wednesday. The accident involved a DAF truck with registration number XH 122 GME, three motorcycles, pedestrians, and several roadside shops. According to a statement from the Gombe State Police Command, preliminary investigations indicated that the truck driver was attempting to enter the AA Rano Filling Station through a one-way access when the vehicle reportedly suffered brake failure. The driver subsequently lost control of the vehicle, veering into…