From Muawuya Bala Idris Katsina The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Katsina has expressed deep sorrow at the passing of Alhaji Lawal Sa’idu Funtua, describing his death as a tremendous loss to the journalism profession. Alhaji Funtua, who was 58, passed away in the early hours of Thursday in Katsina after battling a prolonged illness. He leaves behind two wives, nine children, and grandchildren. In a statement issued by the Chapel Chairman, Yusuf Ibrahim Jargaba, the late Funtua’s immense contributions to the media industry were highlighted. Funtua worked with several prominent media organizations, including the…
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From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has refuted claims of poor revenue performance and a shortage of vehicle number plates. During a press briefing at the IRS office in Katsina, Chairman Mohammed Isyaku addressed these allegations. He stated that the service currently possesses 3,813 number plates across various categories, including private, commercial, government, and dealer plates. Isyaku clarified that an order for additional number plates has been placed with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in August 2024, with a payment of N45 million already made. He emphasized that the existing stock of number…
From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) on Tuesday confirmed that no fewer than six people lost their lives in a fatal auto crash involving an articulated vehicle along the Hassan Katsina Road in Lokoja, Kogi State. The Kogi Sector Commander of the FRSC, Mr. Samuel Oyedeji, disclosed that about 60 others sustained varying degrees of injuries in the crash, which occurred around 3 p.m. on Tuesday. Speaking with journalists in Lokoja, Mr. Oyedeji attributed the accident to excessive speed. “Our officers, in collaboration with the Police and NSCDC personnel, rushed the injured to the Kogi…
From Ahmed Danasabe, Lokoja The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested two suspects for alleged vandalism in Kogi State. In a statement released on Tuesday night by the Public Relations Officer of the NSCDC Kogi State Command, DSC Abdullahi Aliyu, the suspects, identified as Yakubu Muhammad and Rabiu Suleiman, were apprehended in the Okumi area near Nataco, Lokoja. Their arrest followed a routine patrol and credible intelligence by the anti-vandal task force. The statement partly reads:“The suspects were caught red-handed while vandalizing an Etisalat antenna (mast). Under the leadership of the Kogi State Commandant, Akinlade Esther, the…
By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Government has unveiled plans to collaborate with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) to establish four bilingual schools that will offer education in both English and Arabic. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa the landmark initiative is part of efforts to integrate Almajiri children into the formal education system and reduce the number of out-of-school children in the state. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf made the announcement on Monday during the launch and distribution of 789,000 school uniforms to pupils in 7,092 public schools across Kano’s 44 local government…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has commended the committee responsible for the distribution of school uniforms to primary school pupils for returning ₦100 million in unspent funds from the ₦2 billion allocated for the project. Speaking at the launch of 798,000 school uniforms for Primary One pupils at the Kano Government House, Governor Yusuf described the committee’s honesty as a testament to the transparency and accountability driving his administration. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor praised the committee, led by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy…
…As Prof. Hafiz prays for another term for Governor Yusuf By Usman Usman Garba In a bid to address the transportation challenges faced by students of tertiary institutions in the state, Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has handed over 12 shuttle buses to the Ministry for Higher Education. In a statement issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa these buses will be used for the daily shuttling of students across the 44 local government areas of the state. The buses were recovered from associates of the previous administration who had taken them out of Kano. After their…
By Usman Usman Garba Director General, Special Services Directorate, Kano Government House Governor, AVM Ibrahim Umar (rtd) has disclosed that Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf is expected to launch the Emblem Appeal Fund on Monday. AVM Umar disclosed while briefing pressmen on the lined-up activities for the 2025 Armed Forces Celebration And Remembrance Day (AFRD) in his office On Friday. According to him, Governor Yusuf is also planning to lead the Wreaths Laying Ceremony followed by Security Chiefs among other major stakeholders on Wednesday at Dotsa Village, Kumbotso Local Government Area. “After the Wreaths Laying Ceremony, there will be a…
…As Gov. Yusuf contributes N2m By Usman Usman Garba Kano’ State Government under the leadership of Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has donated the sum of N10 million to fallen heroes of the state. The governor made the donation while presiding over the Emblem Appeal Fund Launch as part of activities lined-up for the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, held at Coronation Hall, Government House Kano, on Monday. In a statement issued by Director Public Enlightenment, Kano Government House, Usman Gwadabe said, Governor Yusuf personally contributed N2 million to the fund, while 44 local government councils assisted the fallen heroes…
By Usman Usman Garba In a decisive step to transform Kano State’s education sector, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has distributed 789,000 school uniforms to pupils in 7,092 public schools across the state’s 44 local government areas. The initiative, described as a cornerstone of the administration’s strategy to improve access to quality education, was announced in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, the distribution aims to create a dignified and inclusive learning environment for all children in the state. Speaking at the distribution ceremony, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his commitment to overhauling Kano’s education…