From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria in Cross River State, Comrade Mike Akpang, has called for deliberate and strategic actions to revitalise sporting activities and strengthen the association’s operations in the state. Akpang made the call while reading a correspondence from the national headquarters of SWAN, stressing the need for purposeful, sports-driven strategies to keep the association active and relevant. “There is a need for strong and practical strategies that will revamp the association’s framework and enhance sporting activities in Cross River State,” he said. He noted that sustaining an active SWAN…
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By Hussaini Ibrahim The Kano State Universal Basic Education Board, in partnership with the Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria, has organised a six-day capacity-building programme for English Language teachers to improve teaching quality and pupils’ learning outcomes across the state. Speaking at the programme on Thursday, the PLANE State Team Lead, Malam Umar Lawan, said the training was designed to strengthen classroom practices and enhance pupils’ proficiency in English. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by the Deputy Director, Corporate Communications of SUBEB, Alhasan Hassan, the board said the programme formed part of ongoing efforts to…
From Mustapha Saye, Kaduna A veteran photojournalist, Malam Umar Usman Iyale, has been abducted by suspected bandits in Kaduna State. Iyale was kidnapped on Monday night at his residence in Danhonu II community, Chikun Local Government Area of the state. The incident, which occurred around 9pm, has sparked concern among residents, particularly due to the journalist’s advanced age and reported health challenges. Eyewitnesses said the armed men stormed Iyale’s home, demanded money and took him away after he was unable to meet their demands. Confirming the incident, the Kaduna State Police Command said an investigation had commenced, assuring that efforts…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The General Officer Commanding, 8 Division of the Nigerian Army and Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force, Operation Fansan Yamma, Maj. Gen. Ibikunle Ademola Ajose, has donated 20 motorcycles to women in Giginya Cantonment, Sokoto State, to boost their economic activities. The donation was aimed at improving the livelihoods of personnel’s families in the barracks by supporting income-generating ventures and promoting self-reliance among women. According to a statement issued in Abuja by the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Lt. Col. Olaniyi Osoba, the motorcycles were handed over to the Magajiya of the cantonment…
From Sani Gazas Chinade Damaturu Yobe state, Governor Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, has condoled with the families of 25 persons who died in a boat mishap in Nguru local government area, describing the incident as a monumental loss to their families and the state. In a press statement by DG press and media affairs to the governor said, the Governor Buni in his condolence message said “it is with a heavy heart that l received the shocking and devastating news of the boat mishap in Nguru local government area which claimed 25 lives with 14 others still missing and…
From Sani Saleh Chinade, Damaturu Youth groups in Yobe State have endorsed Lawan Kolo Geidam to contest the 2027 governorship election, citing his extensive public service experience, grassroots leadership, and commitment to youth mentorship. The endorsement was announced on Wednesday in Damaturu by the Democratic Enlightenment for Good Governance, a youth-led organisation with operations across the state. Coordinator of the group, Adamu Hussaini Yunusa, said the decision followed wide consultations involving 178 coordinators from the state’s local government areas. “Yobe requires a leader with proven capacity in public administration, politics, and grassroots mobilisation to sustain development,” Yunusa said. He highlighted…
From Mu’awuya Bala Idris, Katsina A frontline politician in Katsina State, Engineer Musa Abdullahi, has declared his intention to contest for the position of Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in the state. Abdullahi said his decision to seek the party’s top position was driven by the need to reposition the APC for greater internal cohesion, electoral success and sustainable development in Katsina State. “I am contesting to introduce meaningful reforms that will change the face of our great party and contribute to the overall development of the state,” he said. The APC chairmanship aspirant made the declaration at a…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto A humanitarian organisation, the Long-Term Solution for Destitute Initiative, has announced an expanded regional response to the worsening hunger crisis across West Africa, following a warning by the Food and Agriculture Organisation that 16 countries, including Nigeria, face a high risk of severe food insecurity. The organisation described the FAO alert as an urgent call for coordinated and sustained intervention to prevent a deepening humanitarian emergency, particularly among children, internally displaced persons and other vulnerable groups. In a statement issued by its Project Coordinator, Abubakar Ahmad, to mark the launch of a renewed hunger response…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Zuru Emirate has been thrown into mourning following the death of Hajiya Rakiya Abdullahi Liman Ma’aji, the last surviving elder in the family of the first Chief Imam of Zuru, Mallam Abdullahi Liman Ma’aji. The Triumph gathered that Hajiya Rakiya died in the early hours of Saturday, at the age of 103, after a protracted illness at her residence along the Old Market area of Zuru. The death was confirmed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy to the Kebbi State Governor, Abdullahi Idris Sadaukin Zuru. The statement described…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, on Monday swore in Hon. Egbung Odama Egbung as the substantive Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Area, charging him to lead with humility, unity of purpose and commitment to service. The swearing-in ceremony marked the formal resolution of the leadership crisis in the council. Otu underscored the strategic importance of local government administration, describing it as the tier of government closest to the people and critical to grassroots development. He said the All Progressives Congress places premium value on effective local governance because of its direct impact on communities,…