By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has assured residents of the Kano metropolis that the shortage of potable drinking water will be significantly reduced within the next few months, as the government has intensified its restoration efforts. The Governor gave the assurance during an inspection visit to the Challawa Water Works, located at Panshekara in Kumbotso Local Government Area, Wednesday. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. The Governor began inspections of water treatment plants on Tuesday, starting with a visit to Tamburawa. During the inspection, Governor…
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By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has settled N32 billion out of the N48 billion in inherited outstanding gratuities and death benefits owed to pensioners and the families of deceased civil servants. This was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. According to the statement, Governor Yusuf said: “Today, Wednesday, 8th April 2026, we are settling an additional sum of N5 billion under the sixth tranche. “This brings the cumulative total to N32 billion for the settlement of the backlog of gratuities and death benefits. “I am…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Spiritual Leader of the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS), Olumba Olumba Obu, has cautioned against actions capable of threatening the unity of the nation, warning that no individual or group should fan the embers of disunity or engage in violence. The admonition was delivered during the universal celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Brotherhood. Speaking on behalf of the organisation, its spokesperson, Dr. Amah Williams, addressed journalists in Calabar, stressing the need for peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups. He urged all ethnic nationalities to live together in unity and…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina A group, Tinubu/Dikko Assured (TDA) in Katsina State, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for sustaining key infrastructure and economic reforms, particularly the continuation of the Kano–Katsina–Maradi railway project and the approval of a N3.3 trillion power sector debt settlement plan. The State Coordinator of the group, Ibrahim Khalil Aminu, gave the commendation in an interview with journalists in Katsina, describing the initiatives as clear demonstrations of leadership continuity, policy consistency, and commitment to national development. On the railway project, Aminu lauded President Tinubu for advancing the Kano–Katsina–Maradi rail line, originally initiated under former President…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola An All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Adamawa State has called for unity to strengthen the party’s chances in the 2027 general elections. Chief Morris Vunobolki made the declaration on Tuesday at the Yola Conference Centre, along Army Barracks Road in Yola, the state capital. The gathering drew supporters from all 21 local government areas, including political associates, traditional stakeholders, youth and women’s groups. Addressing the crowd, Vunobolki reiterated the need for purposeful leadership, inclusive governance, and accelerated development across all sectors of the state. The aspirant highlighted key priority areas, including economic revitalisation, infrastructure…
By Usman Usman Garba Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has directed the Ministry of Water Resources to take immediate action to regulate the activities of sand miners operating around water treatment plants across the state. In a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, the directive was given during an inspection visit to the Tamburawa Water Treatment Plant, as part of the Governor’s statewide tour of water treatment facilities. The directive forms part of the administration’s efforts to safeguard critical water infrastructure and prevent any disruption to the effective production and supply of potable water…
By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has vowed to tackle the challenge of water scarcity in the state, as he embarked on an inspection tour of major water treatment plants across Kano. The visit was aimed at assessing the condition of the facilities and exploring practical solutions to the problem of inadequate water supply being experienced in some parts of the state. It also forms part of the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure the provision of adequate and safe drinking water for residents. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press…
By Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State Government has further relaxed the curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following the restoration of relative peace after the recent attacks in Angwan Rukuba. The decision, taken in consultation with security agencies, came as part of efforts to ease restrictions on residents while maintaining security in the area. Under the new arrangement, which takes effect from Wednesday, April 8, 2026, movement will be allowed from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. The curfew was previously observed between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has vowed to continue its crackdown on unsafe meat processing practices, declaring a firm stance against the use of tyres and toxic chemicals in the preparation and preservation of animal skin, popularly known as “kpomo” or “ganda.” The Commissioner for Health, Henry Egbe Ayuk, expressed serious concern over the growing trend among some butchers who roast animal skin with burnt tyres and preserve it with hazardous substances such as formalin. He described the practice as dangerous, illegal, and a gross violation of public health laws. The commissioner further warned that…
From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina The Katsina State Government has commenced the drilling of 3,000 tube wells across irrigation sites in the state as part of its commitment to strengthening irrigation farming and enhancing food production. The Managing Director of the Katsina Irrigation Development Authority, Engineer Salim Suleiman, disclosed this while speaking with newsmen. He stated that the project is expected to cost the government about ₦322 million. According to Suleiman, the tube wells will be distributed free of charge to irrigation farmers to support and motivate them to increase productivity. He further explained that the authority has put in…