By Shafi’u Yahaya The Permanent Secretary of the Kano State Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning, Town Planner Yahuza, has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his sustained support to the ministry, saying the interventions have significantly improved its performance and efficiency. Speaking to journalists, TPL Yahuza said the governor’s commitment has elevated the ministry’s operations, particularly in the area of internally generated revenue (IGR), which has increased remarkably from about N70 million to N700 million monthly. He explained that the transformation was made possible through reforms in land administration and improved policy implementation, especially in land titling and documentation…
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From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar A large crowd of supporters gathered on Saturday at the Ikom Township Stadium in Cross River State, as the “The Prince Is Coming” movement formally endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Bassey Edet Otu for a second term ahead of the 2027 general elections. The movement, which claims a support base of about 1.5 million people, drew party leaders, National Assembly members, political appointees, and stakeholders from all 18 local government areas of the state. The gathering was marked by strong expressions of loyalty and commitment to the re-election of both leaders. Addressing the crowd,…
From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina A philanthropist and businessman in Katsina State, Ibrahim Ali Guguwa, has declared his intention to contest for a seat in the House of Representatives. Guguwa made the declaration at a political gathering organised by his foundation, held at the Continental Event Center. He said his decision followed calls from organisations under the Coalition of Trade Unions, as well as political associates and supporters. According to him, his ambition is driven by a desire to continue serving the people and to contribute to addressing the challenges facing various communities. He recalled the contributions of his late…
By Usman Usman Garba The Governor of Kano State, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, has welcomed former Governor and Senator, Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing his return as a major boost to the party’s strength in the state. This was contained in a statement signed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, on Sunday. Governor Yusuf stated that a date would soon be fixed, in consultation with the party’s national secretariat, for the formal reception of the former governor into the APC fold. He noted that the party in Kano continues to witness growing support…
By Usman Usman Garba Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of former Chairman of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Galadima, who died yesterday after a prolonged illness. This was contained in a condolence message issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, in Kano on Sunday. Governor Yusuf described the late Galadima as an accomplished sports administrator, a respected statesman, and a community leader who devoted his life to the advancement of football and public service in Nigeria. He noted that during his tenure as NFF Chairman, Galadima made…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State is set for what observers describe as a historic moment on April 23, 2026 as Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, visits the state to launch the Energise Commercialisation Now (ECoN) initiative, a programme expected to strengthen innovation, attract investment and boost industrial development. The visit is being viewed as more than a ceremonial engagement. Analysts say it reflects the growing commitment of the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu to Kano economic future and to deeper federal collaboration with one of Nigeria most important commercial centres. Kano, widely regarded as the commercial heartbeat of Northern Nigeria,…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Sokoto State Primary Healthcare Development Agency and the UNICEF Sokoto Field Office, has officially handed over nutrition commodities to the Sokoto State Government. The event, supported through the Child Nutrition Fund (CNF), aims to strengthen efforts to combat malnutrition and improve child health outcomes across the state. With this development, the Sokoto State Government and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have strengthened their partnership on child health through a combined N200 million intervention targeting severe malnutrition, even as officials issued a stern warning against…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Special Adviser to the Governor of Sokoto State on Security Matters, retired Col. Ahmed Abdul Hassan, has commended the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, for securing a landmark agreement with the Republic of Turkey for the training of 200 Nigerian Special Forces personnel. In a statement issued on Sunday in Sokoto, the retired colonel said: “This initiative represents a strategic and timely intervention in Nigeria’s ongoing fight against insurgency, banditry, and other asymmetric security threats. “Modern security challenges, particularly those driven by non-state actors, require highly specialized skills, advanced tactical training, and adaptive operational…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto In Sokoto, tragedy struck onion farmers in Kojiyo community, Goronyo Local Government Area, as a fire outbreak destroyed no fewer than 2,275 bags of onions, leaving farmers with losses estimated at about N56.8 million. The incident, which affected about 65 traditional onion storage huts, has thrown the community into distress. Residents said there were no casualties, but the fire started around 2 p.m. on Friday and lasted for about seven hours, leaving villagers in mourning due to the heavy losses recorded. The National President of the Nigerian Onion Producers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Sokoto State Government has approved the general overhaul of its 40-year-old water treatment and supply facilities to enhance water supply across the state. The General Manager of the Sokoto State Water Board, Engr. Aminu Haruna Mika’ilu, confirmed this, noting that the initiative by Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto is aimed at urgently restoring the board’s lost glory and enabling it to operate at its full installed capacity. Mika’ilu also commended Governor Aliyu for approving the ongoing comprehensive rehabilitation of the State Water Board, with a view to upgrading and modernizing the system established over four decades…