From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Journalism is no doubt a noble profession that seeks to inform and educate the public objectively and, obviously, a veritable tool that promotes accountability in governance for the common good of the people. In a press statement signed and released by Mamman Mohammed, The DG press and media affairs to the governor Mai Mala Buni said that, however, it becomes poison when wrongly used to parade deliberate lies and falsehood, with flagrant abuse to its laid down ethics. Some hours ago, Sahara reporters, in its usual style, published a story alleging zero expenditure on basic…
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…Lauds Tinubu for compassionate decision By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for responding to public calls and releasing 76 detained minors, who had been arrested following the August 2024 protest. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf expressed his deep appreciation for the President’s compassion, which he described as a magnanimous gesture toward the youth of Kano State. The Governor made these remarks after receiving the teenagers from Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa. Governor Yusuf thanked President Tinubu for…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Newly appointed Minister of Labour and Employment, Mallam Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi, has assured a harmonious working relationship with ministry staff, labor unions, and private organizations. During his inaugural visit to the ministry on Tuesday, he acknowledged the numerous labor issues and expressed his commitment to building on the foundation laid by his predecessor to foster industrial peace. “President Ahmed Bola Tinubu is deeply concerned about the well-being of Nigerian workers,” Dingyadi stated. “In line with the President’s vision, I will work diligently to address disputes and other labor-related matters.” The Minister urged ministry staff to embrace…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Government has introduced a new policy to address the issue of teacher absenteeism in public schools. The state’s Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) will now deduct a quarter of a percent of the salary of any teacher who is absent from work for 10 or more days in a month. The policy was announced by the Executive Chairman of SUBEB, Kabir Magaji Gafia, who stated that the decision was made after a meeting with Education Secretaries from all 34 local government areas. “We have resolved that, effective immediately, any teacher who is absent…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Pro-Chancellor and Chairman Governing Council of Federal University Dutsinma in Katsina state, Colonel Abulmumini Aminu (rtd), has announced a plan for the establishment of the military unit at the permanent site of the university. The university, which took off in 2011, cannot move to a permanent site due to insecurity despite the presence of infrastructure. Currently, with 14 faculties,9,000 staff and 25,000 students, the university is using a temporary site. Aminu, who spoke with newsmen, said the discussion has reached the advanced stage with military authority for the establishment of the military unit. “We have…
By Jamilu Ja’afaru PhD In recent months, President Tinubu’s economic reforms have sparked significant debate across the nation. While aimed at revitalizing the economy, these policies have, unfortunately, begun to disproportionately impact the most vulnerable segments of our society—the poor and the middle class. It is crucial to examine not just the numbers and statistics, but the human factor that underpins these economic decisions. Economic policies can often appear beneficial on the surface, promising growth, stability, and prosperity. However, when the social implications are sidelined, the outcomes can be detrimental. As we have witnessed, the very reforms intended to uplift…
…as three women elected chairperson From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar In a resounding victory, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has won all 18 chairmanship and 196 councillorship seats in the 2024 Cross River local government elections, held last Saturday. The announcement was made on Sunday by Dr. Ekong Boco, Chairman of the Cross River State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC), at the commission’s office in Calabar. This election marks a significant milestone as, for the first time, three women have been elected as chairpersons in the local government areas of Ikom, Boki, and Bekwarra. Their election is seen as a…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Cross River State Governor Senator Bassey Edet Otu presented a proposed budget of N498 billion for the 2025 fiscal year during a session of the State House of Assembly on Tuesday. The budget allocates approximately 66% of its total to capital expenditure, amounting to N328 billion, while recurrent expenditure is set at N170 billion. In his address, Governor Otu emphasized the budget’s alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring continuity in key projects that extend beyond the current fiscal cycle. “We have deliberately placed emphasis on SDG 9—Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure; SDG 4—Quality Education; and…
From Musa Kutama, Calabar The local government elections held on Saturday across all eighteen local government areas of Cross River State saw a remarkable turnout of voters, particularly in the Nasarawa community. Our correspondent visited three polling units, where citizens enthusiastically participated in the democratic process despite initial delays in the delivery of election materials. Alhaji Sani Baba Gombe, the chief of the Hausa-Fulani community in Nasarawa, expressed his satisfaction with the turnout. After casting his vote, he highlighted the importance of community involvement in local governance. “I am appealing to whoever wins the election for Calabar Municipal Local Government…
From Danjuma Labiru Bolari, Gombe The Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON), in collaboration with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has uncovered a factory in Gombe producing and distributing counterfeit pesticides and herbicides. The illegal operation, allegedly owned by an unidentified individual, was reportedly supplying these fake agricultural chemicals to farmers across several local government areas and neighbouring states, including Adamawa and Taraba. Briefing journalist at the site, Muhammad Alhaji Bukar, the Gombe State Director of SON, described the various counterfeit chemicals and labels discovered. He explained that the products, bearing fake labels and logos to mimic genuine…