…Holds 1st quarterly consultative meeting with political parties From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed that the Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) scheduled to holdon Saturday, February 21, 2026. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu disclosed this during the First Quarterly Consultative Meeting with Political Parties held at the Commission’s conference room in Abuja on Wednesday. He said as his Commission is preparing to conduct the Anambra state Governorship election this year, the Commission is also mindful to her responsibility for other elections and electoral processes and activities. Stressing that in…
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By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has granted automatic employment to Mrs. Hassana Nazifi Shehu Minjibir, a visually impaired graduate of B.A. (Ed) Special Education from Bayero University, Kano. Minjibir caught the governor’s attention during a women’s empowerment programme, where his determination and resilience in pursuing a career for self-reliance stood out. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, Governor Yusuf expressed his admiration for Minjibir’s perseverance and commitment to achieving her goals despite her physical challenges. “As a mark of his compassion and recognition of her tenacity, His Excellency has…
By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has announced plans to revive the abandoned trailer park projects in the Kano South zone. In a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, the governor disclosed this decision following an unscheduled visit to the Dakatsalle site, one of the neglected project locations. The statement highlighted that the trailer park projects were initially launched in 2014 during Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s administration, with locations planned in Dakatsalle, Gundutse, and Dawanau. However, the projects were abandoned during the administration of Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, leaving them incomplete and…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman Kano State has experienced a remarkable transformation under the leadership of the state governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. Thus, the scenario has continued to earn the governor more commendations. The achievement followed his administration’s outstanding progress in key areas, such as infrastructure, safety and economic growth. In fact, among the most notable achievements of his administration is the widespread installation of solar street lights across major roads and key areas in the state. This initiative, which has enhanced the aesthetic appeal of the state’s urban environment, has had far-reaching positive effects on the safety, economy and…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Traditional leaders in Sokoto State have reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning Empowerment (AGILE) School facilities The program aims to protect schools from vandalism, drugs, and other criminal activities. Ciroman Sokoto Alhaji Aliyu Abubakar III and Sarkin Bauran Dange Alhaji Bello Usman, District Heads of Sokoto, made this commitment during a visit from Dr. Mansur Isah Buhari, state Coordinator of AGILE. They pledged their unwavering support for the program and urged their subjects to protect AGILE facilities in secondary schools across the state. The AGILE project seeks to enhance girl-child education…
…Mrs Egbetokun praises Kano Governor women empowerment By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting security agencies to ensure the safety of lives and property across the state. In a statement issued by the Director-General, Media and Publicity, Kano Government House, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, Governor Yusuf made this pledge while receiving the wife of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mrs. Elizabeth Kayode Egbetokun, who led the executive members of the Police Officers Wives Association (POWA) on a courtesy visit to his office. Governor Yusuf highlighted the state government’s continuous…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed profound sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Niger State following the devastating tanker explosion at Dikko Junction along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway. The tragic incident, which occurred on the morning of Saturday, January 18, 2025, claimed the lives of at least 90 people, including a pregnant woman and several children, leaving the entire nation in mourning. Eyewitness reports revealed that the victims were burnt beyond recognition while attempting to scoop fuel from the crashed petrol tanker. Additionally, over 50 others sustained varying degrees of…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (KT-CARES) has begun disbursing cash assistance to poor and vulnerable individuals, as well as to the families of fallen Community Watch Corps officers. The cash assistance, provided under the Livelihood Support Programme, aims to empower beneficiaries to establish small businesses and improve their living standards. Speaking at the event, the Coordinator of KT-CARES, Nafi’u Muhammad Musa, explained that the initiative was implemented under the directive of Governor Dikko Umaru Radda. He revealed that 160 beneficiaries would be supported in the first phase, with plans to extend…
By Ado Salisu, Gombe The 2025 Gombe Inter-Secondary Schools Athletics Championship and Grassroots Football Competition is set to kick off tomorrow, Tuesday, at the Patani Stadium in Gombe, the state capital. Athletes, officials, and other stakeholders, including journalists, have already arrived in preparation for the much-anticipated sporting event. According to the programme released by the organizers, Governor Inuwa Yahaya will lead the list of dignitaries at the opening ceremony. The championship, organized by the Gombe State Athletics Association under the leadership of Ahmed Gara Gombe, is being held in collaboration with Green White Green (GWG) Sports Center Limited. His Royal…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar A suspected cholera outbreak has claimed ten lives in Emeroke community, located in Eastern Obolo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. Health officials have confirmed the outbreak, with symptoms such as diarrhoea and vomiting being reported. However, they have refrained from disclosing the exact number of fatalities and affected persons. Authorities have commenced an investigation into the outbreak. Health officials are visiting secondary health facilities across the state to determine the extent of the disease’s spread. Dr. Patrick Essiet, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, confirmed the outbreak to reporters, stating that…