By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Government (KNSG) has dismissed allegations of mismanagement of N1.8 billion against the immediate past Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa, describing the claims as false and misleading. The clarification was made by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, following a directive issued by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf during the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration, mandating a thorough investigation into the matter. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mustapha Muhammad, it was revealed that the controversy stemmed from claims made by the Chairman…
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From Hassan Muhammad, Kaduna The Khalifa of late Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, Sheikh Ibrahim Dahiru Bauchi has said that supporting human kinds is very significant in Islamic religion. Sheikh Bauchi who disclosed recently at this year’s Tafsir Closing in Kaduna, said the act was a great ibadat on the sight of the Ummah. He mentioned that supporting the human kinds, especially the Muslim Ummah, was very important in view of their position on the sight of Allah. The Khalifa, who gave a translation of the some portions of the Qur’an, with reference to Suratul Kahfi and Suratul Da’ha, was assisted…
By Hassan Muhammad The Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, has received members of the Forum of Women Wing of the Nigerian Bar Association at his palace. Receiving the delegation on behalf of the Emir, the Senior Councilor of the Emirate, who is also Matawalan Kano, Prof. Ahmad Aliyu Ibrahim, advised members of the forum to visit other important and interesting places in the state. The Emir gave the places to include Gidan Makama Museum, Kurmi Market and Kofar Mata Dying Pit among others. Speaking, chairperson of the forum, represented by Hajiya Huwaila Muhammad Ibrahim, expressed appreciation to the…
From Mu’awuya Bala Idris, Katsina Governor Umar Dikko Radda of Katsina State has disclosed that his administration has constructed over 200 kilometres of roads within the last three years. Radda made this known during the commissioning of two major road projects in the state. The projects were inaugurated by the Governors of Yobe State, Mai Mala Buni, and Sokoto State, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu. The commissioned projects include the 8.1-kilometre Yandaki–Shinkafi–Kofar Sauri dual carriageway and the 3.9-kilometre Shargalle-Dutsi–Ingawa road. The governor explained that the road constructions were undertaken in response to the needs of communities and to open up new areas…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting an independent media landscape as it joined the global community to mark the 2026 World Press Freedom Day. The Commissioner for Information, Dr. Erasmus Ekpang, applauded journalists in the state for their vital role in society, describing them as key drivers of democratic development and public accountability. In a statement issued today, and made available to media representatives in Calabar, Ekpang congratulated media professionals across the state and beyond. He noted that the annual observance, instituted by the United Nations under the auspices of…
By Hassan Muhammad Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH) Wudil in Kano State, has been described as the best citadel of learning that provides qualitative education to students in the country. The Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof. Musa Tukur Yakasai revealed this during a courtesy call on the Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanuisii II at his palace recently. Prof. Yakasai said the university remained an instrument towards the provision of qualitative education among students who were well prepared to compete not only with national universities, but international ones globally. Addressing journalists at the Emir’s palace shortly…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerian workers that their welfare remains a top priority of his administration. He reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to improving working conditions, promoting fair wages, and ensuring that every Nigerian worker enjoys dignity, safety, and equal opportunity in the workplace. The President gave the assurance during the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration held at the Eagle Square, Abuja, on Friday. “To you, our dear workers, I say this clearly: your welfare remains a priority. We are committed to improving working conditions, promoting fair wages, and ensuring that every Nigerian worker enjoys…
By John Bassey, Kebbi The Kebbi State Government has received strong commendation from development partners, including the World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), for its impactful investments in primary healthcare and sustained efforts toward polio eradication across the state. Speaking during a courtesy visit at the State Council Chamber, the UNICEF Country Representative in Nigeria, Wafaa Saeed, expressed deep sympathy over the recent loss of the Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, offering prayers for divine mercy, strength, and comfort to the government and people of the state. She…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto Advancement Forum (SAF) has been barred from holding its planned one-day brainstorming session on drug abuse in Sokoto. The Secretary of the forum, Alhaji Malami Ladan, a retired Permanent Secretary, disclosed this in a statement issued over the weekend. According to him, the programme was scheduled to take place at Sokoto Guest Inn Ltd, located along Kalambaina Road, but was abruptly cancelled following a directive allegedly from higher authorities. “We write to apologise to all those who came to attend the session at Sokoto Guest Inn Ltd. “It is pertinent to mention that…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto A devastating fire has completely destroyed the Sokoto State office of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), wiping out property and vital documents accumulated over several decades. The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Friday, around 3:00 a.m., leaving the office in ruins. Speaking on the incident, the Secretary of the NLC Sokoto State Council, Hamisu Hussaini Hamisu, said the fire was suspected to have been caused by an electrical spark. He explained that the inferno consumed all office equipment, including computers, printers, refrigerators, televisions, chairs, and critical documents spanning more than 30 years.…