From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja The Maigari of Lokoja, His Royal Majesty, Alhaji Ibrahim Gambo Kabir Maikarfi IV, has called on the Federal Government to assign constitutional roles to traditional rulers, citing their closeness to the grassroots as a key reason. He made this statement during a media chat with journalists on Wednesday as part of activities marking his one-year anniversary on the throne of his forefathers. According to the monarch, his role as a traditional ruler places him in direct contact with the people, enabling him to gather firsthand information about their challenges before these issues reach the government.…
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By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf will tomorrow flag off the third phase of pension payments worth N5 billion to alleviate the suffering of retirees caused by the immediate past administration. Since assuming office, the present administration has settled N11 billion out of the unpaid backlog of N43 billion in outstanding pension benefits through two phases. In a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, it was revealed that the flag-off of the payment would take place at the Kano Government House. The statement noted that, during the first phase, Governor Yusuf…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman In the bustling city-state of Kano, a silent revolution is taking place – one that may not capture the headlines every day, but which is certainly transforming the lives of countless residents. At the heart of this change is the state governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, whose tireless focus on the health and welfare of Kano’s most vulnerable population has started to yield tangible, life-saving results. When Governor Yusuf assumed office in May 2023, one of the first areas he addressed was the health sector, which had been severely neglected in the previous administration. Topmost among…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The ECWA Theological Seminary, Jos (JETS), has responded to a series of defamatory YouTube videos published by a channel named “The True Christian Faith.” These videos allegedly target the institution with cyberattacks and defamatory remarks, following JETS’ decision to confer an Honorary Doctorate on Apostle Arome Osayi. In a statement signed and issued in Jos by JETS Provost, Rev. Prof. Sunday Bobai Agang, the institution described the attacks as “unjust, unfair, and unchristian.” The statement emphasized that JETS does not recognize the self-appointed authority of the critic behind the channel and has no intention of engaging…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The inaugural National Interstates Open Fives Championship, organized by the Fives Federation of Nigeria, concluded with Katsina State claiming the most titles in the competition. Kano State’s female team emerged as the overall champions in the women’s category. The championship, the first of its kind, was successfully hosted by Sokoto State in collaboration with the Fives Federation of Nigeria from January 1st to 4th, 2025. Katsina State players, who are also the reigning champions of the prestigious National Sardauna Cup held in Kaduna, demonstrated their exceptional sporting prowess by clinching the tournament’s top honor. Ahmad…
From Ahmad Ibrahim, Gusau Troops of 1 Brigade, Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West, Operation Hadarin Daji, have neutralised a notorious terrorist kingpin, Sani Rusu, in Zamfara State. According to a statement released on Monday by the Coordinator of the Joint Media Coordination Centre, Operation Hadarin Daji, Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi, the operation was conducted over the weekend during a fighting patrol in Bamamu Village, Tsafe Local Government Area (LGA). On the same day, troops carried out an ambush based on credible intelligence about terrorist activities in Kwanar Jollof, Shinkafi LGA. The operation resulted in the neutralisation of several…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State government has disbursed over N50 million to victims of bandit attacks in Matazu, Kankia, and Batsari local government areas. Saidu Ibrahim Danja, the Senior Special Assistant for Victims of Banditry and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), handed over the funds to the beneficiaries. Danja clarified that the disbursement was not compensation but a form of assistance to alleviate the suffering of the victims. He stated that Governor Dikko Umar Radda directed the department to release the funds following an assessment of the number of victims in the three local government areas. Danja further…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Engr. Ahmad Ishaq Bunkure, the newly appointed Special Adviser on Works, died Wednesday in Egypt. This was disclosed in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday. In his condolence message, Governor Yusuf described the death of Engr. Bunkure was a tragic and irreplaceable loss to Kano State, his family, and the wider political community. He prayed for Allah’s mercy on the deceased and strength for his family to bear the painful loss. “This is a heartbreaking…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has assured residents that all ongoing development projects in the state will be completed within 2025, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to delivering on its promises. In a New Year message delivered to the people of Yobe, Governor Buni expressed gratitude for witnessing a peaceful transition into 2025 and reflected on the state’s accomplishments in 2024, despite challenges such as flooding and isolated security concerns. “It is with gratitude to Allah that today, we witness the beginning of yet another year,” the governor said in a statement signed by Mamman…
By Rabiu Sanusi The newly appointed Commissioner for Information in Kano State, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has officially assumed office. The assumption of duty ceremony, held at the Ministry of Information headquarters, featured a symbolic handover by the Permanent Secretary, Alhaji Adamu Bala Muhammad. In his inaugural address, Comrade Waiya pledged to foster a collaborative relationship with journalists in the state, emphasizing the importance of accurate and effective dissemination of government policies and programs. He assured that staff welfare would be a priority to boost morale and enhance service delivery. Additionally, he promised to focus on capacity building to equip…