From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina An international non-governmental organisation, Mercy Corps, in collaboration with the Katsina State Government, has commenced a two-day community dialogue aimed at addressing the persistent farmers–herders conflict during and after the rainy season. The dialogue brought together about 200 participants, including farmers, pastoralists, traditional and religious leaders, as well as civil servants. The programme is supported by the International Organization for Migration and the Centre for Democracy and Development under the European Union-funded Conflict Prevention, Crisis Response and Resilience (CPCRR) initiative. Speaking at the event, the State Commissioner for Livestock and Grazing Reserve, Professor Ahmed Mohammed…
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By Joseph Asegba, Yola Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has approved the dissolution of the Board and Management of the Adamawa State Investment and Property Development Company Limited. The decision, according to a statement issued in Yola by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, is part of ongoing efforts to restructure and reposition the agency for improved performance. Following the dissolution, the Governor has directed the Executive Secretary of the Adamawa Investment Promotion and Development Agency, Halilu Malabu, to oversee the affairs of the company pending the appointment of a new Board and Management team.…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has called on citizens to unite and chart a new direction for the state as he formally returned his governorship nomination form ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking in Abuja shortly after submitting the form, reportedly obtained on his behalf by a group of Cross Riverians, the governor stressed the urgent need for collective action to reposition the state for greater political relevance and sustainable development. Otu said Cross River must embrace a renewed sense of purpose, noting that unity and shared vision remain critical to achieving…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo has, today, Wednesday, officially resumed duty at his office, marking the formal commencement of his responsibilities in the state’s leadership. The occasion attracted a high-profile gathering of political heavyweights, government officials, and supporters, underscoring the significance attached to his assumption of office. Among those who accompanied him were former Kano State Governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje; former Governor, Malam Ibrahim Shekarau; Hon. Abubakar Bichi; and Hon. Alhassan Doguwa, alongside other members of the National Assembly. Also present was the Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory,…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, represented by his deputy, Murtala Sule Garo, accompanied Senator Bello Hayatu Gwarzo to formally receive his membership card of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The brief but symbolic event took place in Gwarzo Local Government Area on Tuesday, marking the official completion of Senator Gwarzo’s defection into the ruling party. The event attracted a large gathering of party faithful, stakeholders and supporters across the state, underscoring the growing strength of the APC in Kano. Dignitaries in attendance included Former Governors Malam Ibrahim Shekarau and Dr Abdullahi…
By Shafi’u Yahaya A community leader in Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State, Sunusi Mohammed Yola, has commended the Personal Private Secretary (PPS) to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Dr. Sani Danjuma, for his humility and commitment to humanity. Sunusi Yola made the remarks during a meeting held at Danladi Nasidi Ward in Mariri, where residents gathered to express their continued support for Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. According to him, the simple lifestyle and accessibility demonstrated by Dr. Danjuma have earned him the admiration of the community. He noted that the PPS has remained supportive of the people, particularly residents…
Daga Mahmud Gambo Sani Fiye da yara dubu 112 ‘yan ƙasa da shekaru biyar ne, suka amfana da allurar rigakafin cutar shan-inna a Ƙaramar Hukumar Bichi. Kamar yadda Jami’ar Yaɗa Labarai ta yankin, Jamila Abdullahi Rijiyar Lemo ta rawaito, Wakilin Hukumar Lafiya ta Duniya, Malam Zakari Sani ne ya bayyana hakan a yayin taron tattauna yadda aikin rigakafin ya kansance a ƙaramar hukumar. Zakari Sani, ya kuma tabbatar da gagarumar nasarar da yankin ya samu dangane da wasu ma’aunai da jiha ke auna ƙoƙarin kowace ƙaramar hukuma wajen gudanar da aikin rigakafin, wanda Ƙaramar Hukumar Bichi ta…
Daga Mahmud Gambo Sani Gwamnatin Jihar Kano, ƙarƙashin jagorancin Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, ta ɗauki nauyin kashe dala ɗaya kimanin naira dubu ɗaya da dari biyar ga ƙananan yara da ke faɗin jihar, domin inganta lafiya da kuzarinsu, ta hanyar haɗin gwiwa da Ƙungiyar (ICSA) mai taken Haɗaɗɗan Shirin Tallafa Wa Lafiyar Ƙananan Yara. A sanawar da Jami’ar Yaɗa Labarai ta Ƙaramar Hukumar Bichi Jamila Abdullahi Rijiyar Lemo ta fitar, a yayin da ƙungiyar ta kai ziyara ƙaramar hukumar, da yake gudanar da jawabi, wakilin Kungiyar Lafiya ta Duniya na karamar hukumar, Malam Zakari Haruna, ya bayyana kwamitocin…
By Joseph Asegba, Yola The immediate past North-East Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Salihu Mustapha, has submitted his governorship nomination form and stormed Yola, the Adamawa State capital, to respond to what he described as a clarion call by the people to serve. Mustapha made this known while addressing party stalwarts, supporters, women and youth groups who urged him to contest in the forthcoming 2027 general elections. Speaking at the APC campaign office in Yola, the governorship aspirant said he decided to join the race in response to widespread calls from the people of the state.…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew on Ugep and Idomi communities in Yakurr Local Government Area following renewed clashes over a lingering land dispute. The curfew, which takes effect immediately, restricts movement from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily for an initial period of seven days. In a statement issued on May 5, 2026, the Commissioner for Information, Dr. Erasmus Ekpang, said the measure was taken to restore peace and prevent further escalation of violence, as well as a breakdown of law and order in the affected communities. He explained that…