Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State Governor, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has called on leaders across the state to embrace collective responsibility and renew their commitment to building lasting peace and sustainable development. Speaking during Day Two of the Good Governance, Peace, and Transformation Retreat in Jos, themed “Oneness for Wholesome Transformation and Development,” the governor said forgiveness, unity, and the vision of a progressive Plateau State took centre stage. He urged participants to rise above divisions and work collaboratively toward a shared and prosperous future. While addressing stakeholders, he emphasized that Plateau’s prophetic destiny remains certain but cautioned that its…
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From Joseph Asegba, Yola A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State, Chief David Sabo Kente (DSK), has said he will not turn down the endorsement by his supporters for the 2027 governorship election. Kente made this known while addressing his supporters, assuring them that although the time to declare his ambition is not yet, when the time comes, no one will take the opportunity away from him, given the strong support base he enjoys. The APC chieftain revealed that his supporters had volunteered to procure the party’s nomination form for him, expressing their dissatisfaction with…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto A coalition comprising the Nigerian Muslim Congress, Northern Elders Political Development Group, and Youths Vanguard for Peaceful Coexistence of Nigeria has urged all stakeholders, both local and international, to support Nigeria’s efforts to address insecurity in a manner that respects its sovereignty and institutional processes. The coalition expressed concern over a call by Kimberly Daniels for the redeployment of the Minister of State for Defence, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, describing it as inappropriate and troubling. “We find the call by Kimberly Daniels for the redeployment of Mohammed Bello Matawalle both inappropriate and troubling, as it raises…
Christiana Gokyo, Jos Plateau State University, Bokkos, has taken a significant step forward in its commitment to environmental sustainability and campus protection through a dynamic student-led tree-planting campaign. On April 16, the university received a donation of 35 seedlings from the Students’ Union, marking a substantial contribution to the ongoing initiative. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Shedrack Best, praised the students’ efforts, describing them as a “clear indication of vision” and commending the initiative for its forward-thinking approach. During the presentation of the seedlings to the university management, Mr. Sunday Weng Maju, leader of the Environmental Sciences Students’ Union at PLASU, explained…
From Umar Danladi Ado,Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu has stated that his administration is gradually recording success in its fight against banditry and other forms of criminality in the state. He made this known on Thursday afternoon while declaring open the State Executive Council meeting held at the Council Chamber. The Governor noted that the state government, in collaboration with security agencies, is making steady progress in its sustained efforts to combat banditry affecting 13 local government areas of the state. “I am happy to inform you that our renewed commitment to ensuring a secure Sokoto State is yielding tremendous success,”…
From Umar Danladi Ado,Sokoto The Sultan of Dosso in the neighbouring Republic of Niger Djermakoye Ahmadou Sounna Saidu has joined other prominent Nigerian Traditional rulers in conferment of the prestigious traditional title of Sardauna Dosso on Comrade Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State. The conferment was announced and presented by the Sultan accompanied by other traditional rulers from his domain, led by the Emir of Argungu Alhaji Samaila Muhammad Mera at the presidential lounge, Birnin Kebbi according to Abdullahi Idris Saudakin Zuru, Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy. While presenting the plague of the conferment of the title, the Sultan…
From Umar Danladi Ado,Sokoto The 8 Division Nigerian Army has successfully concluded its 2026 Inter-Brigade Corporals and Below Competition. The exercise held from 13 to 16 April 2026 at the Giginya Military Cantonment, culminated in a closing ceremony at the Division Training School Obstacle Ground. The competition featured a series of rigorous events designed to test the physical fitness, tactical proficiency and overall combat readiness of participating troops. Over four days, young soldiers engaged in intensive drills and competitive military contests, including drill exercises, map reading, combat swimming, skills-at-arms, and obstacle crossing. Participating formations included 1 Brigade, 17 Brigade, 8…
From Atiku Sarki, Gombe The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General OO Oluyede has emphasised that Operation Safe Corridor(OPSC) is not an amnesty programme neither it is a sign of weakness. According to him, It complements military operations by addressing the human threat of conflicts, reducing recidivism, thus relapsing back to criminal actions and weakening the ideological foundations of violent extremism. General Oluyede disclosed this at the graduation ceremony of Special Batch 7/2024 Special Batch 8/2025 and Sulhu Batch 8/2025 Clients, held on Thursday at the Deradicalization, Rehabilitation and Reintegration (DRR)Camp of Operation Safe Corridor in Mallam Sidi of Gombe…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, Adamawa State, has matriculated 8,591 undergraduate and postgraduate students into various programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. In his speech, the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Professor Ibrahim Umar, congratulated the matriculating students and urged them to understand that they are in the institution for a purpose. Advising the students, he said: “As you begin this journey, you have not just gained admission into a university; you are embracing responsibility and committing yourselves to academic excellence, discipline, integrity, and the pursuit of knowledge.” He warned that the university maintains zero tolerance…
From Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Government has inaugurated a Media and Information Policy Committee as part of renewed efforts to promote transparency, accountability and stronger collaboration between government institutions and the media. The committee was inaugurated by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Faruq Ibrahim, who said the initiative underscores the administration’l commitment to improving governance through effective communication and clear policy direction. He said the government carefully selected seasoned information managers and professionals to serve on the committee with the responsibility of drafting a comprehensive Media and Information Policy for the state. According to him, the move…