Author: Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman

By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman  The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has strongly condemned the unlawful detention of minors who participated in the #EndBadGovernance protests. The organization expressed deep concern over the inhumane conditions these young individuals have endured while incarcerated. CHRICED highlighted the government’s failure to address the root causes of the protests, including widespread hunger and economic hardship. The organization emphasized that the detention of minors is a violation of their fundamental human rights and contravenes international and domestic laws. The group called for the immediate and unconditional release of the detained minors, urging the…

From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The newly built multi-million naira professorial complex at the Federal University Dutsinma (FUDMA) has been named after the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Interior, Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Ahmed. The state-of-the-art complex, situated at the Permanent Site of the University, was unveiled by the member representing Musawa/Matazu Federal Constituency during the 9th convocation ceremony of the institution held on Saturday. The naming of the complex, according to a statement by Ahmed’s Special Assistant on Media, Sardauna Francis, was approved by the Governing Council of the FUDMA during its recent meeting. This gesture is…

By Usman Usman Garba  Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has pledged timely funding for initiatives under the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), particularly focusing on the Special Agro Processing Zone (SAPZ) program. This commitment was made during a meeting with IFAD Country Director Mr Dede Ekove, as outlined in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. Governor Yusuf emphasized Kano’s strategic advantage within the agricultural value chain, specifically its strengths in rice production, which encompass farming, processing, and marketing. “Kano serves as a vital hub for agro-processing, with access to vast markets across…

Usman Usman Garba Spokesperson of Kano State Governor, Malam Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa has vowed to advocate for the crusade of sickle cell anaemia in the state by 2034. The known was made in an official statement issued to newsmen by Usman Gwadabe, Director of Public Enlightenment, Kano Government House, quoting Bature during the stone laying foundation of the Sadiq Maddibo Memorial Quranic Centre at Dawakin Tofa town today. Malam Bature disclosed that a discussion on how to achieve the target was already done between him and the Sickle cell community in the state, adding that “We are going to…

From Christiana Gokyo Jos  A new National Women’s Economic Empowerment Policy and Action Plan has been launched to empower Nigerian women and boost economic growth. The policy, which was launched in May 2023, aims to reduce gender inequality and increase women’s participation in the economy. Yakubu Muhammad, Director of Planning, Research, and Statistics at the Kano State Ministry of Women, Children, and Disabled Communities, emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts from federal to local levels. He highlighted the need for efficient resource allocation and policy alignment to achieve tangible results. The policy’s focus on advocacy and its multi-sectoral approach are…

From Joseph Asegba, Yola A former Senator representing Adamawa Northern Senatorial zone, Sen. Ishaku Abbo has called on the state government to review its water distribution system policy despite present realities. Abbo argued that despite the River Benue lurking sellout Yola, trucks of water by vendors still sell between N1,500 to N2,500. Abbo attributed the scarcity of water being experienced by citizens to the inability of successive governments to utilize the abundant natural resources in the state. The former Senator, who spoke in an interactive session with journalists, noted that the situation is becoming hopeless day by day as families…

…prioritizes education, healthcare and Infrastructure From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu  Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has unveiled a N320.811 billion budget for the 2025 fiscal year. The budget, presented to the state assembly, aims to drive development and improve the lives of Yobe residents. This was contained in a statement issued and signed by Mamman Mohammad, the Director General of Press and Media Affairs, to the governor. A significant portion of the budget, 55.1% or N176.964 billion, has been allocated to capital expenditure. This allocation will focus on key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and women and…

From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The National Council on Social Development convened in Jos, Plateau State, on Monday. The four-day event, organized by the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs in collaboration with the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, brought together Commissioners, Permanent Secretaries, and Directors from all 36 states of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The council’s primary objective is to make critical decisions that impact the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs. Mrs. Friya Kimbe Bulus, Director of Women Development at the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, highlighted the importance of the meeting in facilitating the approval…

From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has observed that the continuing disruptions in online banking services across the country have impacted negatively both individuals and businesses. These disruptions, according to the Commission, have hindered customers from accessing their funds and carrying out essential transactions. Warning banks against violation of customers” rights. In a statement signed and issued to newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja by the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, MMrTunji Bello said his Commission is currently reviewing the situation to determine if consumers rights to redress are being…

From Joseph Asegba, Yola All road leads to the Federal College of Education (FCE) for honouring 11 personalities as their immense contributions to humanity and education at the tripartite events to mark its 50th anniversary. At the provost of the college, Dr Muhammad Usman Degereji disclosed this during a press conference saying that the tripartite events include; 15th convocation ceremony, 50th anniversary celebration and the Nigeria Colleges of Education Games Association (NICEGA). The Provost identifies that a number of posthumous awards will also be given to distinguished personalities for their meritorious services to the motherland. The award recipients include late…