From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Operation Safe Corridor (OPSC) has refuted widely circulated video claims alleging that active Boko Haram terrorists are being armed to fight alongside the Nigerian military under its programme. In a statement issued in Abuja to Triumph, the Coordinator of Operation Safe Corridor, Brigadier General Yusuf Ali, described the claim as false, misleading, and unfounded. He clarified that Operation Safe Corridor is a strictly non-kinetic, multi-agency programme designed to facilitate the de-radicalization, rehabilitation, and reintegration of carefully screened and profiled individuals. He emphasized that at no point are participants armed, mobilized, or deployed for combat operations. According…
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From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Nigerian Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) in Katsina State has described the introduction of a pension scheme as the best option for addressing delays and the non-payment of pensions and gratuities to retired civil servants. The State President of the union, Nasiru Wada Mai’adua, said the pension scheme would help checkmate corruption in the payment of pensions and gratuities in the state. Mai’adua made the remarks while leading local government administrators, treasurers, and directors on a visit to the Government House. He said the government, in collaboration with labour leaders, is working to…
From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has signed an executive order aimed at curbing miscreants and thuggery activities across the state. Radda explained that the decision was informed by the rising cases of gang violence, street thuggery, and public disorder, particularly in urban centres. He reiterated that the government will not tolerate any form of lawlessness or any action capable of undermining public peace and safety. The executive order, issued under Section 5(2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (1999, as amended) and relevant provisions of the Penal Code, empowers authorities…
By Usman Usman Garba The Executive Governor of Kano State Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has paid a condolence visit to the family of Alhaji Abdussalam Abdulkarim Zaura, over his brother’s death, Monday. Abdulsalam Abdulkarim Zaura, popularly known as AA Zaura, lost his brother, Musa Abdulkarim Zaura. This was contained in a press release issued by Mustapha Muhammad, the Chief Press Secretary to the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. The Governor prayed for Almighty Allah to forgive the deceased and admit him into the highest paradise, Aljannatul Firfaus. He said he condoled the family of AA Zaura on behalf…
From Joseph Asegba, Jalingo Taraba State Government has finalised arrangements to host prominent international and national leaders at the 2026 edition of the renowned Nwonyo Annual Traditional Fishing Festival. Barr. Danjuma Adamu, Chairman of the Publicity Sub-Committee, announced that the festival, scheduled for Friday, April 17, and Saturday, April 18, 2026, will be graced by high-profile guests, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria as the Special Guest of Honour. Other expected dignitaries include Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell of Grenada and President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana. Addressing journalists in Jalingo, the committee stated that Governor Agbu Kefas has officially…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola Adamawa State Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has organised a novelty football match between the executive and legislative arms of government as part of activities marking the 2026 Correspondents’ Day celebration. Speaking at a press conference read by the Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC), Comrade Umar Dankano, at the Press Gallery in Yola, the state capital, he announced that the two-day event is scheduled to hold from April 15 to 16. Dankano said the celebration is aimed at commemorating and reflecting on the modest but impactful achievements of the Correspondents’…
From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State has clinched 13th position at the 3rd edition of the National Para Games recently concluded in Abuja. The State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Engineer Yazid Abukur, disclosed this while presenting the athletes who represented the state to Governor Dikko Umar Radda at the Government House. Abukur said the state competed in various disciplines, including para soccer, para shooting, para cycling, para athletics, and para powerlifting. “Throughout the games, they displayed not only excellence but also exemplary conduct and represented Katsina with honour and dignity,” he said. He added that at the end…
From Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing gender-based violence (GBV) and protecting the educational future of girls across the state. The Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Kano State, Hon. Abdulkarim Kabiru Maude, SAN, made this known while delivering a goodwill message at the Kano State Stakeholders’ Education and Justice Sector Dialogue on the impact of gender-based violence on girls’ education, held at Tahir Guest Palace, Kano. The Attorney General expressed deep concern over the disturbing reality that, in some cases, perpetrators of sexual violence are close relatives, including biological fathers. He also…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Grassroots Initiative for Otu/Odey 2027 has officially been launched in Calabar, calling on all political parties and stakeholders in Cross River State to come out en masse to adopt a consensus in returning Governor Bassey Edet Otu and Deputy Governor Peter Odey for a second term in office. Speaking on Thursday at the NUJ Press Centre in Calabar, the Founder and Director-General of the initiative, Awade Friday, described the movement as a people-centered platform for stability, continuity, and progressive leadership in Cross River State. Addressing media representatives, Awade stressed that the advocacy for the…
Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Corps Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Plateau State, Adelaja S. Ogungbemi, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to road safety and security. He said that since assuming office, the command has adopted intelligence-led patrols and created a WhatsApp platform to keep stakeholders informed about road situations. Ogungbemi made this known during a courtesy visit to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Chairman, Ayuku Pwaspo, and her executive in Jos. He disclosed plans to expand operations, including establishing a unit command in Mangu, which is at an advanced stage, and another in a different community.…