From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Development Management Board has commenced a two-day capacity-building workshop on climate adaptation, mitigation, and resilience for Climate Change Desk Officers from all 34 local government areas of the state. The training, held at Tahir Guest Palace, Katsina, is aimed at strengthening the technical and institutional capacity of local government officers to plan, coordinate, and implement climate resilience initiatives at the grassroots level. In his opening remarks, the Executive Secretary of the Board, Mustapha Shehu, emphasized the urgent need for a grassroots-driven approach to addressing climate change in Katsina State. He stressed that…
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From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has urged politicians, public office holders and other well-meaning individuals in the state to emulate the community development initiatives of philanthropist, Alhaji Balarabe Abdullahi DJ. Buni made the call on Sunday while commissioning a Ruga settlement project constructed by Balarabe at a site about seven kilometres from Nguru town in Nguru Local Government Area of the state. The governor commended the philanthropist for what he described as exemplary service to humanity, noting that the project had brought significant socio-economic benefits to the host community. “I must commend and appreciate…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has announced a ₦50m donation for the establishment of a Technology Innovation Hub at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. The governor made the pledge while attending the university’s 45th convocation ceremony held at the Mamman Kontagora Square, Zaria. A statement issued on Saturday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, said the donation would be implemented through a partnership involving the Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Foundation and AMA Pharmaceuticals Limited, aimed at promoting youth empowerment, education, leadership development and socio-economic inclusion. The ceremony also featured the conferment of an Honorary Doctor of Science…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has been honoured with the prestigious The Sun Newspaper Governor of the Year Award in recognition of his remarkable achievements in governance. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Sunday. The award was presented by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu at a colourful ceremony held in Lagos Eko Hotels, which was attended by top government officials and dignitaries from across the country. The award was received on behalf of the Governor by Alhaji Abdulkareem A. Zaura (A.A. Zaura). Governor Yusuf was…
By Usman Usman Garba Katsina State is witnessing a transformative era in women inclusiveness, and empowerment, largely due to the visionary leadership of Hajiya Aisha Aminu Mulumfashi, the Commissioner for Women Affairs. Her unwavering commitment to advancing women’s participation in governance, business, and economic development has positioned her as one of the most impactful public servants in northern Nigeria. A shining example of this leadership is the Women of Influence & Investment Summit 2026, organized by the Katsina Inner Wheel Development Initiative. The summit, themed “Where Influence Meets Investment,” has quickly become a flagship platform for amplifying women’s leadership and…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that Nigerian troops recorded significant operational successes in January 2026, neutralizing scores of terrorists, rescuing 284 kidnapped victims, and arresting 452 suspects across multiple regions. Briefing journalists on Friday in Abuja, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, said troops also recovered large quantities of stolen petroleum products, destroyed illegal refineries, and secured the surrender of 124 terrorists and their families. “Within January 2026, our troops in various theatres neutralized several terrorists, arrested 452 suspected criminals, and rescued 284 kidnapped victims. Additionally, 124 terrorists and their family…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Borno State Governor, His Excellency Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has been commended for his visionary leadership and efforts to create an enabling environment for entrepreneurs and youth empowerment, contributing to the sustainable economic development of the state and Nigeria at large. The commendation came from Ambassador (Dr.) Sutiya Muhammad Kolo during her acceptance speech at the recent induction ceremony held in Abuja by the Institute of Entrepreneurship and Apprenticeships Management and Administration (IEAMA) in conjunction with Enterprise Grooming Institute (EGI) Ltd. Dr. Sutiya, who was inducted as a Doctorate Fellow alongside 17 other members, expressed her…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The National Council of Women Societies, Kano State chapter, has condemned the killing of the wife and six children of a Kano resident, Mallam Haruna Bashir, describing the incident as shocking and disturbing. The condemnation was made by the National President of the NCWS, Kano chapter, Hajiya Gambo Abdullahi Garba, during a condolence visit to Bashir’s family at his parents’ residence in Kofar Nassarawa area of the state on Monday. The victims were reportedly killed in Chiranci area within the Kano metropolis in recent days. Garba said the incident underscored the urgent need for justice, calling on…
By Usman Usman Garba Some leaders rise through noise. Others rise through power plays. But in Katsina, one woman is rising through something far more rare, quiet influence backed by real work. Her name is Hajiya Aisha Aminu Malumfashi: Commissioner for Women Affairs, daughter of the royal household of the Galadiman Katsina, and the widely respected Inna Wuro of Malumfashi. In Malumfashi, where tradition still shapes daily life and the emirate remains a powerful moral anchor, certain households stand out for their history and quiet influence. The home of the Galadiman Katsina, the District Head of Malumfashi is one of…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Institute of Entrepreneurship and Apprenticeships Management and Administration on Wednesday inducted 53 entrepreneurs and professional apprentices at its 2026 induction ceremony held in Abuja. The ceremony, organised in collaboration with Enterprise Grooming Institute Ltd, took place at the Labour House and had the theme, ‘Grooming a New Generation of Structured Entrepreneurs and Professional Apprentices for Sustainable National Development’. Speaking at the event, the President and Chairman of the National Association of Small and Medium Enterprises of Nigeria, Dr Abdulrashid I. U. Yerima, said entrepreneurship and apprenticeship were key drivers of sustainable economic development in Nigeria.…