From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations International Children’s Education Fund (UNICEF), has organized Youth Summit on Social and Behaviour Change (SBC). The summit was attended by 90 youth to become champions of behavior change across the state. This was disclosed by the State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Alhaji Sambo Bello Danchadi, at the Youth Summit for Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) in Sokoto State. The Commissioner stated that the summit aimed to strengthen youth-led communication, amplify their voices, and support them to become champions of behavior change in Sokoto State.…
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By Hussaini Ibrahim In a bid to enhance the standard of education in Tarauni Local Government Area, the Member representing Tarauni Constituency in the Kano State House of Assembly, Alhaji Kabiru Dahiru Sule (ADS), on Wednesday flagged off the renovation of eight classrooms at Government Secondary School (GSS) Unguwa Uku. Speaking during the flag-off ceremony, Hon. Kabiru Dahiru Sule said the project is part of his effort to emulate the visionary leadership of Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf in ensuring quality education and creating a conducive learning environment for students. “This initiative is aimed at providing safe, well-equipped, and academically…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Government and the Government of France have deepened their collaboration under the National Water Sector Reform Programme, aimed at improving social welfare, institutional efficiency, and sustainable water management. This was disclosed on Wednesday in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. The statement followed a visit by the French Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Marc Fonbaustier, who led an eight-member delegation to Government House, Kano, to review ongoing water projects and discuss future areas of cooperation. Speaking during the visit, Ambassador Fonbaustier said the size and expertise of his team reflected…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has received the Deputy Chief of Mission of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria, Hon. Zhou Hongyou, who led a delegation on a courtesy visit to Government House, Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Wednesday. Hon. Zhou Hongyou said his visit reflects China’s recognition of Kano as one of the most important commercial centres in Nigeria and the entire African continent. He commended the governor’s commitment to prioritizing the security and welfare of the people. He noted…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has reiterated his commitment to strengthening ties between the state government and journalists, describing the media as a vital bridge linking government policies with the people. Gwarzo made the remarks on Tuesday while receiving the new leadership of the Correspondents’ Chapel in Kano, led by Chairman Comrade Murtala Adewale. He said the media plays a critical role in educating citizens on government initiatives and highlighting community challenges that require urgent attention. While delivering his remarks, the deputy governor, expressed concern over the escalating security challenges across the country,…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State has set a target to digitally register at least 200,000 members across the state by the end of December 2025. The initiative is aimed at building a credible, technology-driven membership database that will eliminate ghost entries and strengthen the party’s electoral capacity ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in Yola, the State Secretary of the party, Dr. Raymond Chidama, said the digital registration exercise will revolutionize how the APC manages its membership records and data for planning, empowerment, and administrative purposes. He noted that the party has…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State government has cancelled the cattle movement permit it earlier granted to Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, which allowed their cattle to move from Ebonyi State through Cross River to Cameroon. The revocation was contained in a statement signed by the state Commissioner for Livestock, Aquaculture, and Fisheries Development, Emmanuel Anom, on Sunday and made available to journalists in Calabar, the state capital. According to Anom, the cancellation overrides the previously issued permit. “The Commissioner, on behalf of the Cross River State government, hereby announces the cancellation of the movement permit earlier…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has issued a strong warning against indecent dressing and the increasing practice of civil servants parading unearned doctorate titles within the state workforce. This was contained in Circular No. 3/2025, signed by the Head of Service, Barr. Orok Bassey Okon, and made available to journalists in Calabar. According to the circular, government expressed concern over the “declining professional dress standards” among officers, noting that many now report to work in slippers, bathroom sandals, short skirts and gowns above knee level, transparent or revealing outfits, tight-fitting clothing, and tight trousers. Other…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The Federal Government has inaugurated the National Council on Livestock Development (NCOLD) and officially approved ranching as the new method of cattle rearing across the country, marking a major step toward ending the recurring clashes between farmers and herders. The inaugural council meeting, themed “Livestock Rebirth: Accelerating Renewed Hope,” was held on Monday at the Banquet Hall of the Adamawa State Government House, Yola. Speaking at the event, Minister of Livestock Development, Mallam Idi Muktar Maiha, said the era of open grazing had come to an end. According to him, open grazing has triggered years of…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Commissioner for Planning, Research, Statistics, Information and Library Services (PRSILS) at the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Prof. Abubakar Yagawal, has said the Hajj Savings Scheme (HSS) remains the most sustainable model for ensuring a smooth and well-organised Hajj operation for Nigerian pilgrims. Yagawal stated this on Monday in Sokoto while speaking with newsmen on Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Hajj. The scheme, introduced through a partnership between NAHCON and non-interest financial institutions—especially Jaiz Bank—allows intending pilgrims to save gradually in a Sharia-compliant system ahead of their pilgrimage. Yagawal said the HSS was…