From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto A Civil Society Group, Renewed Hope Advocates, has praised the reappointment of Mrs. Fatima Shinkafi as the Executive Secretary of the Solid Minerals Development Fund/Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (SMDF/PAGMI), calling it another ‘wise decision’ by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement issued on Friday, the group’s National President, Ahmed Abdul Usman, also commended the president for disregarding the critics of the decision, whom they claimed were supported by those wishing for the current administration to fail. Fatima Shinkafi has successfully led the agency with commitment and dedication since her appointment. She has not…
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From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State Police Command has announced a series of security restrictions aimed at ensuring a peaceful Christmas and New Year celebration across the state. From December 23, 2024, to January 3, 2025, certain activities in the local government areas of Bassa, Barkin Ladi, Riyom, Bokkos, and Mangu will be restricted between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. daily. The restrictions include the prohibition of night grazing by herders, night farming by farmers, late-night operations of beer parlours, night mining activities, and the operation of commercial motorcycles (Okadas). The ban also extends to the use of commercial…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has officially launched the 2024/2025 enrollment drive campaign, targeting all school-age children to enroll in public schools across the state. Governor Aliyu made the announcement on Thursday during the flag-off ceremony held at the Army Children Model Primary School, Kwannawa, Dange Shuni, Sokoto State. Governor Aliyu emphasized that the campaign is a key strategy by the state government to identify out-of-school children, including those who have never been enrolled or those who have dropped out, and bring them back into the educational system. The Governor further stressed the importance of involving…
From Ahmad Ibrahim, Gusau The Executive Secretary of the Zamfara State Censorship Board, Haj. Amina Ismail Maru, recently led a delegation to the Kilaf Film and Market Festival in Kano State. The event, which took place at Bayero University Kano, featured a seven-day masterclass and film screening workshop aimed at promoting the activities of the Zamfara State Censorship Board and boosting the state’s film industry. The tour was part of Haj. Amina’s continued efforts to foster growth in the film sector of Zamfara, with a particular focus on diversifying the industry and facilitating collaboration between different states. Through the visit,…
By Hassan Sani Tukur It’s not just the red cap that makes our leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, His Excellency Gov. Abba K Yusuf and the Kwankwasiyya Movement enjoy the extraordinary love and loyalty of the good people of Kano; it’s the certainty and assurance that as long as a Kwankwasiyya ideologue is at the helm of affairs, there will be a style of leadership on the trajectory of a progressive and transformative Kwankwasiyyaapproach: education as a priority, infrastructural development, and equal opportunities for all to help sons of nobodies become somebodies. The widespread unpopularity, disdain, and massive spite that…
By Usman Usman Garba The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has strongly condemned ongoing efforts by the Nigeria Police to arrest Mallam Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, the Director-General of Media and Publicity for the Kano State Government. In a statement issued on Wednesday, NNPP National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, accused the Police, apparently acting on directives from Abuja, of ignoring a court injunction that specifically bars the arrest of Dawakin-Tofa. Despite this legal restraint, the Police have continued their efforts to detain the spokesman, with some of their actions reportedly extending to the harassment of his family members. The attempts to…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has unveiled the state’s new Education Policy, aimed at addressing the challenges of inadequate infrastructure, low enrollment, and high dropout rates. The policy is designed to create an inclusive, equitable, and high-quality educational framework. Represented by his Deputy, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, Governor Fintiri explained that the policy was developed after extensive consultations with stakeholders and a thorough analysis of the state’s educational landscape. It incorporates both national and international best practices to promote quality education by addressing disparities in access, participation, and outcomes. The Governor emphasized that the new policy…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment is set to launch the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), a key initiative aimed at creating more job opportunities for youths and other citizens across the country. The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, made this announcement on Wednesday in Abuja during an interaction with Labour Correspondents. He revealed that the initiative, driven by the Ministry, aims to train and equip 2.5 million people annually over the next four years, providing them with the necessary skills and tools to thrive in the digital age. Dingyadi stated…
By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Executive Council has approved a historic sum of more than N28 billion for various development projects aimed at improving infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other critical sectors in the state. The approval was finalized during the council’s meeting on Wednesday, December 18, at the Government House, Kano. According to a statement released by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the decisions underscore the administration’s commitment to sustainable development and enhanced public services across the state. Infrastructure Development: Key Road Projects: A significant portion of the approved funds will go toward the rehabilitation and…
From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja The Federal Capital Territory High Court, on Thursday, granted the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, bail in the sum of N500 million with two sureties in like sum. Justice Maryann Anenih had, on December 10, refused the ex-governor’s bail application, saying it was filed prematurely. While delivering the initial ruling, she said that having been filed when the 1st defendant was neither in custody nor before the court, the instant application was incompetent. There was, however, room for the governor’s lawyers to file a fresh bail application and apply for a hearing…