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…
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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…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) has named Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, as the recipient of its prestigious Media Friendly Award, in recognition of his remarkable support for press freedom and contributions to good governance in Nigeria. The award will be formally presented during the NUJ’s 70th Anniversary Awards and Gala Night slated for Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Abuja. The national body of the union, led by its President, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, described Governor Yusuf as “an exceptional leader whose commitment to media advancement, democratic values, and public service stands out on the…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Agency for Mass Education has concluded plans to commence literacy classes for repentant bandits as part of efforts to reintegrate them into society. This initiative follows peace agreements in several local government areas where bandits voluntarily laid down their arms in a bid to restore peace to the state. Speaking with journalists on Saturday in Katsina, the Executive Director of the agency, Bilkisu Muhammad Kakai, said the state was ready to deploy facilitators to run the classes. According to her, both Islamic and Western education will be taught in the programme to…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has dismissed media reports claiming it scheduled a three-day prayer session to address the country’s worsening food security challenges. In a statement issued on behalf of the Director of Information, Mr Ezeaja Ikemefuna clarified that the alleged prayer programme was not a ministerial policy but an internal initiative by the Human Resource Management Department. “The attention of the Ministry has been drawn to an internal circular being circulated by online media. The circular pertains to a prayer session organised by the Human Resource Department to address staff wellbeing,”…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama The Cross River State Government has dismissed as false and politically motivated, reports alleging controversy during the commissioning of some Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) projects in Calabar. In a statement on Saturday, the state government said the narratives being circulated in some sections of the media misrepresented facts and were aimed at straining the cordial relationship between the state and the Federal Government. The clarification followed the commissioning of select NDDC projects in Calabar by the Minister of Niger Delta Development, Abubakar Momoh, penultimate Friday. Projects unveiled included a newly acquired office complex serving as…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to enhance ongoing resettlement, reconstruction, and recovery efforts in the state. In a statement on Saturday signed by Mamman Mohammed, Director-General, Press and Media Affairs to the Governor, Buni gave the assurance while receiving the IOM Chief of Mission in Nigeria, Sharon Dimanche, in Damaturu. Governor Buni noted that his administration had launched a State Policy on Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) to holistically address the challenges faced by displaced communities. “As part…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has announced plans to upgrade the Plateau State Polytechnic to a University of Science and Technology, aimed at improving education and academic standards. Speaking during the Democracy Day celebration at the Old Government House, Rayfield, Jos, Mutfwang said the upgrade is part of broader reforms to strengthen public institutions. He emphasized that only qualified academic staff would be employed moving forward. At the Polytechnic, new facilities—including an administrative block, lecture halls, and a Human Resource Development Centre—were commissioned. Acting Rector Dr. Clement Chirman described the projects as a milestone for…