From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Academic activities have been brought to a halt at Yobe State University (YSU) as the institution’s chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Monday declared an indefinite strike over the state government’s failure to meet a series of long-standing demands. Speaking at a press briefing in Damaturu, the branch chairman, Dr Ahmed Ibrahim Karage, said the union was left with no alternative after several months of dialogue, official correspondence, and appeals yielded no meaningful commitment from the government. According to him, the demands include the full implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage…
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From Joseph Asegba, Yola Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa state has imposed a 24-hour dust-to-down curfew in Lamurde Local Government Area with immediate effect. This follows the recent violent attacks and breach of peace in some communities within the area. The Governor made the statement through his Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikau in Yola. He stated that, “Government views these disturbances as unacceptable and has directed security agencies to enforce the curfew strictly.” He warned that anyone or group of people found contravening this directive will be arrested and dealt with according to the law. According to him, the…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, was on Saturday conferred with an honorary Doctorate Degree by the Federal University, Gashua (FUGA), alongside five other distinguished Nigerians. According to a statement by Mamman Mohammad, Director General of Press and Media Affairs to the Governor, the honorary degrees were also awarded to Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Minister of Police Affairs and former Yobe governor, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam; Ninth Senate President, Senator Ahmad Lawan; Emir of Lafia, Alhaji Sidi Mohammed Bage; and former Head of Service of the Federation, Alhaji Bukar Goni Aji. In his remarks…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has inaugurated the Katsina Youth Craft Village (KYCV) Malumfashi Annex, fulfilling yet another of his campaign promises aimed at tackling youth unemployment through skills acquisition. Speaking during the commissioning on Thursday, the state’s Commissioner for Higher, Technical and Vocational Education, Alhaji Isah Muhammad Musa Kankara—who represented the governor—described the project as a strategic intervention to harness the potential of young people in the Funtua Senatorial Zone and beyond. According to him, the training has already commenced at the centre, following its accreditation by the National Board for Technical…
By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Executive Council has approved a wide-ranging package of projects across the power, water, transportation, environment, and humanitarian sectors. In a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, this reflects Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s commitment to improving infrastructure and the quality of life for residents. Key highlights include the procurement of 500 modern electric tricycles under the Abba Gida Gida Mass Transport Empowerment and Employment Programme, valued at ₦3.7 billion, aimed at enhancing public transport and empowering youth. To strengthen the state’s power infrastructure, the Council approved the supply and installation…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has been honoured with the Governor of the Year in Infrastructure Development award at the 15th African Achievers Awards held at the prestigious House of Lords, Westminster Palace, London. The award, presented by the Deputy Mayor of London, Mr. Mete Coban, celebrates Governor Yusuf’s strides in large-scale road construction, urban renewal initiatives, and rehabilitation of public infrastructure across Kano State. In a statement signed by the Director-General of Media and Publicity at the Government House, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Governor was represented at the event by Usman Bala, mni,…
By Abba Dukawa The Northwest region of Nigeria, spanning seven states (Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara) across approximately 216,065 square kilometers, faces significant challenges. Once a bastion of peace and commerce, the area has been severely impacted by insecurity, affecting five out of its seven states. This shift has transformed the region from a thriving hub of trade and agriculture to one grappling with safety concerns. Despite its vast untapped mineral resources the region remains impoverished. Approximately 80% of the population relies on farming, pastoralism, or small-scale entrepreneurship. For almost a decade Northwest region has been ravaged…
From Abba Dukawa, Abuja The Acting National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Nenadi Usman, has said the attempt to intimidate Vice President Kashim Shettima into retracting his remarks made during the public presentation of a book by former Justice Minister, Mohammed Adoke, was a disservice to Nigeria. Usman, who spoke through her Senior Special Adviser (Media), Ken Asogwa, in Abuja, on Saturday, said those pulling the strings behind the scene should be made aware of the fact that it was unethical to undermine the person and office of the Vice President. This was contained in a statement in…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress and the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund are locked in a fresh ownership dispute over two prime plots of land in Abuja, with both parties laying claim to the property and trading accusations over a public notice. The NLC, in a strongly worded statement on Saturday, faulted a public notice issued by the NSITF claiming loss of original land documents, including the Certificate of Occupancy, Power of Attorney, and Deed of Assignment for plots MISC 54707 and MISC 54824. The NSITF, in the notice published in Vanguard and The Sun on July…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Rotary Club of Wuse Central in Abuja on Friday celebrated its 25th anniversary and the historic installation of its first female president, Dr Folashade Samuel, marking a major milestone in the club’s leadership journey. Held at the Abuja Continental Hotel, the event also featured the 27th presidential investiture, drawing dignitaries including government officials, development partners, Rotarians, and health experts. In her inaugural address, Dr Samuel said: “To say I’m excited would be an understatement. My heart is overflowing with joy and purpose.” She pledged to lead the club under the Rotary International theme “Unite for…