From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Agency for Mass Education has dismissed a media report claiming that the state plans to commence literacy classes for repentant bandits. The agency said there is no such arrangement and no directive from the government on the issue. Executive Director of the agency, Bilkisu Mohammed Kakai, stated that the agency can only open such literacy classes if the need arises and at the appropriate time. Kakai reaffirmed the commitment of the government to eradicate illiteracy through the opening of literacy classes in all parts of the state. She said Governor Dikko Umar…
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From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s food safety system through a science-driven strategy aimed at safeguarding public health and ensuring safer food across the country. Speaking at the 2025 World Food Safety Day celebration in Abuja, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Daju Kachollom, mni, said the era of reactive food safety regulation is over, adding that Nigeria was embracing science as the foundation of food safety policy. “This year’s theme, ‘Food Safety: Science in Action’, reflects our mission to institutionalize evidence-based approaches to food safety.…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Human Rights Research and Advocacy Centre (HURRAC) has condemned the recent spate of killings in Benue State, describing them as a gross violation of the fundamental right to life and security. In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by its National Coordinator, Zubair Muhammad Esq., the group expressed deep concern over the rising violence in the state and called on the federal and state governments to act swiftly to end the bloodshed. “The killings are unacceptable. The government must act decisively to protect lives, investigate these atrocities, and hold perpetrators accountable,” Muhammad said. The…
From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja Operatives of Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) in Kogi has arrested 26 kidnappers in collaboration with the security agencies in a clean-up operations in Kogi West. The State Security Adviser, Commander Jerry Omodara (rtd), disclosed this while parading the suspects to newsmen on Tuesday in Odo-Ape, Kabba-Bunu LGA. Omodara noted that the operation, which was carried out in the last two weeks, was part of the government’s efforts to tackle insecurity in the state. According to Omodara, the arrested suspects include natives who have been aiding the activities of bandits by supplying them with logistics…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has appointed Mr Linus Obogo as his new Chief Press Secretary (CPS), replacing Mr Gill Nsa, who now assumes the role of Special Adviser on Public Affairs. The Triumph gathered that, Obogo, a seasoned journalist and former staff member of ThisDay newspaper, becomes the third CPS to serve under Governor Otu within the last two years. He was previously the Deputy CPS and also served in the administration of former Governor Ben Ayade in the same capacity. The latest development is part of a broader strategy by the…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Erosion Watershed and Management Agency (KWEMA) has commenced a multi-sectoral stakeholder engagement aimed at finding lasting solutions to the growing threats of flooding, erosion, and watershed degradation across the state. The engagement, held in Katsina, brought together officials from local government areas, traditional rulers, federal government agencies, the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), as well as representatives from the ministries of health and environment, among others. Speaking at the event, the Director General of KWEMA, Mannir Ayuba Sullubuwa, said the initiative was part of the state government’s proactive strategy to curb the…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Musa Adamu Funtua, has called for the implementation of effective global and national policies aimed at reducing tobacco consumption, particularly among Nigeria’s growing youth population. Speaking during a press conference held at the Ministry’s conference hall to commemorate World No Tobacco Day, Dr. Funtua expressed deep concern over the rising cases of cancer, heart disease, and other tobacco-related illnesses in Nigeria. He warned that the health consequences of tobacco use are becoming more alarming, especially among young Nigerians who are increasingly vulnerable to the tactics of the tobacco…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has summoned Air Peace Limited following mounting complaints from passengers over the airline’s alleged failure to refund fares for cancelled flights, in what the Commission described as a potential violation of consumer protection laws. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, the FCCPC’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, said the Commission’s action stems from allegations that the airline had repeatedly failed to refund ticket fares for cancelled operations — actions that may contravene Sections 130(1)(a) and (b), and 130(2)(b) of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has accused petroleum marketers of exploiting Nigerians by inflating fuel prices despite a significant drop in global crude oil prices. Speaking in Abuja on Monday, PENGASSAN President and Trade Union Congress (TUC) leader, Comrade Festus Osifo, expressed dismay that Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) is still selling at around N900 per litre, even though the price of crude oil has dropped to between $60 and $65 per barrel. Osifo, addressing journalists, argued that under current international oil market conditions, Nigerians should be buying PMS at between…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman In a bold move to harness Nigeria’s creative economy for sustainable development, the Kano State Government has approved the hosting of a National Summit on Creative Industry Development, aimed at boosting the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and positioning Kano as a national creative hub. The decision, announced in a statement on Monday by the state’s Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, follows a proposal by the Kannywood Foundation, which highlighted Kano’s prominent role as the cultural and creative capital of Northern Nigeria. The summit, described as a “strategic initiative” by the…