…Urges Media to End Stigmatization By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting Tabital Fulaku International in its mission to foster unity among the Fulani community across Nigeria. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Kano chapter of Tabital Fulaku International, Comrade Gwarzo encouraged Fulani leaders to remain resolute in mentoring younger generations while providing consistent support and guidance. He expressed concern over the negative portrayal of the Fulani in some media outlets, despite their pivotal contributions to Nigeria’s development. “The Fulani community has always played…
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From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced significant successes in its ongoing operations across Nigeria over the past week, with military troops neutralizing 156 terrorists, arresting 464 criminal suspects, and rescuing 181 kidnapped hostages. Briefing journalists over the weekend, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, highlighted the military’s unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism, insurgency, and other security threats in the country. In the South-South region, troops thwarted oil theft operations valued at ₦623,447,390 and arrested 29 individuals involved in the illicit activity. Additionally, troops discovered and destroyed 48 crude oil cooking ovens, 10…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has passionately appealed to parents to take proactive measures in protecting their children from the dangers of illicit drugs and other social vices. Comrade Gwarzo made this call on Friday night during the annual Maulud celebration organized by Alhaji Abubakar Sadiq Dangaske at Bachirawa quarters, Ungogo Local Government Area. In his address, the Deputy Governor stressed the critical role of parental guidance in fostering moral discipline and social responsibility among young people. He expressed deep concern about the rising cases of drug abuse and social misconduct,…
…emphasis on major goals for 2025 From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), Mohammed Abu Ibrahim, has outlined the Fund’s major priorities for 2025. He emphasized the need to focus on enhancing the seed production system, scaling up agricultural financing, and improving rural infrastructure to boost food security and economic growth. Ibrahim made this known on Thursday in Abuja while defending the Fund’s budget estimates for the 2025 fiscal year before the Joint Committee of the Senate and House of Representatives. During his presentation, the NADF boss highlighted key…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Ahead of the forthcoming local government elections in Katsina State, teachers in Jibia Local Government Area have unanimously endorsed the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Sirajo Ado. The endorsement, which included teachers from 84 primary schools and their headmasters, was formalized during a gathering at the Jibia Local Government Secretariat. The teachers also presented a letter of appreciation to the candidate, commending his contributions to the education sector. Speaking at the event, the Secretary of the Local Education Authority, Dr. Auwalu Isheyi, highlighted that the decision to support Sirajo Ado was a collective one involving…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has inaugurated a public enlightenment platform known as the Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf Projects Promotion Advocates for Kwankwasiyya TikTok. The initiative aims to showcase the achievements of the Kano State Government while fostering unity within the Kwankwasiyya TikTok community. Speaking at the event, Comrade Waiya described the initiative as a groundbreaking effort to utilize social media in promoting the developmental strides of Governor Yusuf’s administration. “This platform is designed to create awareness about ongoing projects across various sectors and to encourage collaboration within the…
In the early hours of Wednesday, a fire outbreak erupted in a 40ft container truck along a busy route in Zaria, causing considerable concern. The truck, which was transporting goods from Ikeja, Lagos State, to Kano State, was fully engulfed in dense smoke when the distress call was received. The fire quickly spread, threatening to cause extensive damage to both the vehicle and its contents. Fortunately, no casualties were reported, but the fire’s intensity raised alarms among local residents and road users. The Zaria Area Command of the Federal Fire Service responded swiftly to the scene. Led by Assistant Superintendent…
From Christiana Gokyo Jos The troops of 3 Division/Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have reported significant success in their ongoing offensive operations in the borders between Plateau and Taraba States, leading to the recovery of 18 kidnapped victims over the past two months. Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, the Military Information Officer of Operation Safe Haven, briefed newsmen at the OPSH Headquarters in Jos on Thursday, stating that the operations are part of a broader effort to secure lives and property across the region. The 18 kidnapped victims were recovered from areas between the Plateau and Taraba borders, specifically around Bangalala and…
Friom Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has generated a total of six trillion, one hundred and five billion, three hundred and fifteen million, five hundred and forty-three thousand, four hundred and righty-nine naira, fifty Kobo (N6,105,315,543,489.50) in revenue for the year 2024. Speaking to the press in Abuja on Tuesday, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, highlighted the unprecedented performance of the NCS in revenue collection for 2024. He noted that the revenue collected surpassed the NCS’s target of N5,079,069,866,085.50 by N1,026,245,677,404.00, reflecting a 20.2% increase. Mr. Adeniyi further revealed that October 2024 marked a significant…
By Usman Usman Garba Amid growing concerns in Kano State about the rumored outbreak of avian influenza, also known as bird flu, the state government has urged residents to remain calm and report any suspected cases of the disease to the appropriate authorities. The rumors began circulating after a report emerged that in December 2024, a young man from Gwale Local Government Area purchased a duck from Janguza Market in Tofa Local Government Area and introduced it to his flock, which included hens, guinea fowls, and chickens. Soon after, the man noticed that his birds were showing signs of respiratory…