From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Judith Ojonugwa Sickle Cell Foundation has commended the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) for its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, describing them as consistent with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. In a letter addressed to the Managing Director of NSITF, Barrister Olúwaṣeun Faleye, the Foundation expressed profound gratitude for the donations received from the Fund. According to the Foundation, the support has significantly boosted its capacity to raise public awareness on sickle cell disease, provide essential medical supplies, and offer free genotype testing. “The donation has enhanced our ability to deliver critical…
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By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Kano State Government has restated its unwavering commitment to protecting and strengthening traditional institutions as vital pillars of peace, culture, and unity in the state. This assurance was given by the state Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, during a special prayer session held at the Emir’s Palace in honour of His Highness, the Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II. The occasion marked the first anniversary of the Emir’s return to the revered throne of Kano. Speaking at the event, which was attended by dignitaries, traditional leaders, Islamic scholars, and members of the public,…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, has reaffirmed the Navy’s resolve to decisively tackle maritime saboteurs threatening Nigeria’s territorial waters. He made this known in a goodwill message delivered during a special Juma’ah prayer held in Abuja on Friday, part of the activities marking the Nigerian Navy’s 69th anniversary. Represented by the Chief of Policy and Plans (Navy), Rear Admiral Ibrahim Dewu, the CNS emphasized that the Navy has intensified its operations to dismantle illegal activities undermining the nation’s maritime security. “With renewed strength and capability, we are going after maritime…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos Five months after the Plateau State Government suspended all mining activities across its 17 local government areas, Governor Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has announced that 159 companies have now been cleared to resume operations following a rigorous screening and verification process. The governor made this disclosure on Friday while briefing journalists at the Government House in Jos, stating that the action is part of broader reforms aimed at sanitizing the mining sector and ensuring compliance with the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act, 2007 and its 2011 Regulations. According to Governor Mutfwang, the cleared operators include: 6…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Commissioner for Water Resources, Aminu Abdullahi, has assured residents that the state is on the brink of solving its long-standing water supply challenges, with a 40 million gallon per day water project nearing completion. Addressing journalists at his office, the commissioner disclosed that the multi-billion naira project, which spans key areas such as Tamaje, Gagi, Mana, and Rugar Liman Gulu, is expected to be completed and commissioned within three months. Once operational, the scheme will supply much-needed water to underserved areas and ease the pressure on existing infrastructure. Abdullahi attributed the current…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar There is growing concern over regional disparities in fuel pump prices after the Dangote Petroleum Refinery released its new pricing structure across Nigeria. Despite a slight overall reduction, notable differences remain among the country’s six geopolitical zones. According to findings by The Triumph correspondent, the newly announced pump prices for petrol range from N875 to N905 per litre, depending on the region. A breakdown of the revised prices reveals that the South-South, South-East, and North-East zones have the highest rates. The detailed pricing per zone is as follows: Lagos – N875, South-West – ₦885, North-West…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intensified its anti-smuggling operations in the northeastern region, intercepting Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and vehicles with a total Duty Paid Value (DPV) exceeding ₦63 million. The seizures were made under Operation Whirlwind, a strategic enforcement initiative aimed at curbing the smuggling of PMS across Nigeria’s borders. Announcing the development during a press briefing at the Customs House in Yola, Adamawa State, on Friday, May 23, 2025, the National Coordinator of the operation, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs (ACG) Hussein Ejibunu—representing the Comptroller-General, Adewale Adeniyi—said the operation was driven by intelligence-led tactics…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina In a bid to tackle persistent power outages and reduce the cost of diesel-powered electricity generation, the Katsina State Government has begun installing solar mini grids across various ministries, hospitals, and government parastatals. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Power and Energy, Dr. Hafeez Ahmad Ibrahim, disclosed this in an interview with Triumph Newspaper. He said the government is committed to ensuring that all ministries, hospitals, schools, and other critical public facilities are powered by solar energy. Dr. Ibrahim explained that the solar mini grid installations are being executed in phases. So far, about…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto A coalition of civil society organisations has condemned in strong terms the abduction and gruesome killing of four-year-old Ayman Abubakar in Sokoto State, calling for urgent justice and enhanced child protection mechanisms. In a statement jointly signed by Abdulganiyu Abubakar, National President of the Network Against Child Trafficking, Abuse and Labour (NACTAL); Usman Ahmad Suka, State Coordinator of the Child Protection Network; and Rabiu Bello Gandi, Chairman of the Response Team on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence/Child Protection (SGBV/CP), the groups described the murder as “a horrific violation of the child’s rights and a tragic reminder…
By Hussaini Ibrahim In a strategic effort to strengthen the capacity of early-career researchers and young graduates in Africa on emerging trends in the research and policy ecosystems, Research Enterprise System (RES) held a one-day capacity-building workshop on Innovative Policy-Oriented Research in Abuja, Nigeria. The event brought together a group of participants from across the country who are passionate about building skills on the strategies to support the supply and demand sides of evidence value chain for sustainable social, political and economic development. Chosen through a competitive application from over 500 applicants, the participants were equipped with practical specialized skills…