From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Governor, Mallam Dikko Umar Radda, has vowed not to tamper with Local Government Council (LGC) funds, promising consistent monthly releases to accelerate development at the grassroots. Speaking during his visit to Daura Local Government as part of a statewide tour, Radda said the monthly disbursement ensures financial autonomy for the councils and strengthens their capacity to implement local projects. He commended local governments for executing various initiatives aimed at improving the standard of living for residents, adding that his administration will continue to support councils in delivering their mandates. During the tour, Governor…
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By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Tuesday led a high-powered joint security operation to Tsanyawa Local Government Area following escalating attacks and rising insecurity across border communities. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Tuesday. The governor, accompanied by the Commissioner of Police, military commandants, and heads of paramilitary agencies, visited the hardest-hit villages of Sundu, Yan Cibi, and Yanganau, where residents have faced growing threats from armed groups. During the visit, Governor Yusuf described the situation as “unacceptable,” declaring that his administration would not tolerate…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has disclosed the government’s plan to secure drones and other logistics for surveillance and rapid response in order to protect inhabitants of the border areas between Kano and Katsina States. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesman, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday. The statement noted that the Governor made the disclosure while assessing the preparedness of the Joint Task Force (JTF) in addressing the recent bandits’ attacks at their three bases in Tsanyawa and Shanono Local Government Areas on Tuesday. The Governor appealed to…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Trade Union Congress (TUC), Kano State Council, has elected new executive officers during its 2025 Quadrennial State Delegates’ Conference held in Kano. The newly elected officials are: State Executive Council Chairman: Comrade Mubarak Buba Yerima (PENGASSAN) Secretary: Comrade Aminu Aliyu Yakasai (ASCSN) Assistant Secretary: Comrade Samaila Muhammed Alkali (ATSSAN) Treasurer: Auwal Ismail Auditor: Naziru Musa Bichi (FOBTOB) Financial Secretary: Muhammed Auwal Adamu (PENGASSAN) Public Relations Officer: Yahuza Umar Inuwa (UTQEN) Ex-officio: Abdu Usman Yalo (ASSUS) Women Commission Chairperson: Maryam Yahya Musa (ASUSS) Vice Chairperson: Aisha Salisu (ASCSN) Secretary: Saratu Abdullahi Rabiu Assistant Secretary: Atika Babanzara (ATSSAN)…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has extended a major lifeline to vulnerable children in Yobe State, distributing blankets and nylon mats to about 38,000 pupils across Tsangaya and Almajiri schools in all 17 Local Government Areas of the state. The initiative was launched at Malam Rabiu Mai Bataliya Tsangaya in Buni Yadi, headquarters of Gujba LGA. NEDC’s MD/CEO, Mohammed G. Alkali, represented by Yobe State Coordinator, Prof. Ali Ibrahim Abbas, described the programme as a bold, solution-driven response to the persistent challenge of out-of-school children in the region. “This initiative marks a pragmatic step…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola A 24-hour dusk-to-dawn curfew has been imposed in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State following a violent communal clash that left the communities of Shomo and Wurkum in shock. The Executive Chairperson of the council, Virginia Baba Bambur, announced the curfew in a statement on Monday, describing the measure as necessary to protect lives and property while authorities work to stabilize the situation. Bambur said the curfew, effective from December 1, 2025, will remain in force until further notice. “All movement and commercial activities across the affected communities, including the Local Government headquarters, are suspended…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The Adamawa State Government has debunked circulating rumors claiming that all schools in the state have been ordered closed. A statement issued by Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Humwashi Wonosikou, described the reports as misleading, malicious, and deliberately crafted to cause unnecessary tension. “At no time has the government issued any directive to close schools,” the statement said, insisting that the false information is the handiwork of mischief makers aiming to sow confusion and undermine the administration’s progress in the education sector. Governor Fintiri condemned the rumors in strong terms, describing them as…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has launched its annual free transportation programme for the Christmas season, providing residents, visitors, and tourists 31 days of cost-free travel across the state. The initiative was flagged off on Monday in Calabar by the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, as part of Governor Bassey Otu’s “Season of Sweetness” agenda, aimed at easing movement and reducing financial pressure on households during the festive period. Speaking at the event, Deputy Governor Odey described the gesture as a demonstration of the administration’s commitment to the welfare of citizens. “It is a…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Residents of Kutama town in Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State have raised alarms over the deteriorating state of the road linking Kutama to the council headquarters, describing it as a potential “death trap.” The appeal was made by Abubakar Zubairu Na Kutama after a site survey with media representatives, during which he expressed concern over the severity of erosion along the route. “The road is almost eroded, and we fear it could cause fatal accidents,” he said. Na Kutama revealed that the community has made efforts to repair the road through communal labour,…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Mr. Thompson Sunday, has called on the Nigeria Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV) to strengthen collaboration for accurate valuation of failed banks’ assets, a move aimed at ensuring effective liquidation and timely payment to depositors. Mr. Sunday emphasized the need for joint training and knowledge exchange between NDIC staff and NIESV professionals, particularly in emerging valuation methodologies, asset management, and sustainable valuation practices. “The Corporation welcomes opportunities for joint training and knowledge exchange between NDIC staff and NIESV professionals, particularly in…