Kano NUJ begins 2025 press week with special prayers, unveils lineup of activities Kola Oyelere Kano The Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on Friday commenced its 2025 Press Week with a special prayer session held at the Union’s Secretariat. The prayer, led by respected Islamic scholar Malam Gwani Nasir, drew the participation of the Council Chairman, Comrade Suleiman Dederi; Vice Chairman, Mustapha Gambo; and a large number of union members. In his address, Comrade Dederi said the session was both an expression of gratitude to Almighty Allah and a moment of reflection on the resilience,…
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Zamfara Governor Presents N861bn ‘Budget of Stability and Growth’ for 2026 Sidi Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, on Thursday presented an N861 billion proposed budget for the 2026 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly, describing it as a strategic roadmap for transformation and a declaration of the state’s resolve to “rise stronger.” Presenting the proposal in Gusau, Governor Lawal disclosed that the budget—tagged “Budget of Stability and Growth”—allocates an unprecedented 83% (N714 billion) to capital expenditure, leaving 17% (N147.2 billion) for recurrent costs. He noted that the capital-heavy proposal reflects his administration’s commitment to rebuilding…
Governor Yusuf to Acquire Drones, Strengthen Logistics to Tackle Border Insecurity Kola Oyelere, Kano Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has unveiled plans to procure surveillance drones and boost logistical support for security agencies as part of intensified efforts to address rising insecurity along border communities shared with Katsina State. The initiative was announced in a statement issued on Wednesday by the governor’s spokesman, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, the governor disclosed the plans during an assessment tour of Joint Task Force (JTF) bases in Tsanyawa and Shanono Local Government Areas, which have witnessed a surge…
NDIC reassures Nigerians on deposit safety at Kano international trade fair Kola Oyelere Kano The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Mr. Thompson Oludare Sunday, has said that the Corporation continues to work closely with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to ensure effective supervision of financial institutions and maintain stability in the banking landscape He then reaffirmed the Corporation’s commitment to protecting depositors and safeguarding the stability of the financial system. While speaking on behalf of the NDIC executive the deputy director procurement management service department, Mr Kayode Shokunni made the pledge on Wednesday during…
MAAUN’s Rapid Rise Shakes Up Nigeria’s Private University Rankings Nigeria’s private higher education sector is gaining new momentum on the global academic stage, with fresh data indicating steady improvements in research output, faculty performance and international competitiveness. The 2026 edition of the AD Scientific Index, which evaluates institutions using near real-time metrics, shows that Nigeria now hosts 310 universities, comprising 186 public and 124 private institutions. The ranking system also assesses 24 research institutes, five companies and two hospitals, underscoring the deepening intersection between academia, industry and scientific research. Despite long-standing structural challenges—from limited funding to infrastructure gaps—Nigeria’s private universities…
Emir Sanusi II calls for revival of traditional values to tackle drug abuse in Kano Kola Oyelere, Kano Emir of Kano, His Highness Khalifa Muhammad Sanusi II, has called for the revival of traditional value systems as a major strategy in combating the rising challenge of drug abuse in the state. Delivering a goodwill message as Royal Father of the Day at the three-day Stakeholders Summit on Drug Abuse themed “Strength in Unity – A Multi-Stakeholder Approach to Combating Drug Abuse in Kano,” the Emir described drug abuse as “a direct assault on the dignity of society.” Represented by the…
Zamfara Governor’s Wife distributes christmas welfare packages to Christian groups, security agencies, others Sidi Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau The wife of Zamfara State Governor, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has extended festive support to hundreds of women across diverse social, religious, ethnic, and professional groups as part of activities marking the 2025 Christmas celebrations. At the distribution ceremony held at Government House, Gusau, beneficiaries drawn from Christian organisations, ethnic associations, security formations, civil servants, and community groups received welfare packages aimed at easing economic hardship during the festive period. Items distributed included bags of rice, cash support, pasta, sugar, cooking oil and…
NNPC Foundation Wins “most responsible organisation in Africa” at 19th SERAS awards Kola Oyelere Kano NNPC Foundation Limited/Gte has been named the Overall Winner and Most Responsible Organisation in Africa at the 19th SERAS Africa Sustainability Awards held in Lagos on Saturday. Selected from 325 entries across 31 African countries, the Foundation outshone other major institutions in the 2025 awards, highlighting its commitment to impactful and sustainable initiatives. While accepting the award on behalf of NNPC Limited, Executive Vice President Sophia Mbakwe said, “These awards reflect the hopes and lived experiences of over 200 million Nigerians. Their voices and expectations…
BRASS launches independent tax volunteers programme to boost tax education, compliance nationwide Kola Oyelere Kano The Budget Advocacy & Reforms Association (BRASS) has launched a nationwide civic initiative aimed at deepening tax education, improving voluntary compliance, and supporting Nigeria’s domestic revenue mobilisation through the newly established Independent Tax Volunteers (ITV) Programme. However,the organization blamed Nigeria’s low tax compliance on decades of weak public sensitization by government agencies. Citing findings from a two-year baseline survey, BRASS said ignorance remains the primary reason many Nigerians evade or default on tax obligations. Speaking during a press conference at the Nigeria Union of Journalists…
Barau urges security agencies to halt bandits’ incursion in Tsanyawa, Shanono LGAs Kola Oyelere Kano The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has called on security agencies to intensify operations against bandits terrorising communities in Tsanyawa and Shanono Local Government Areas of Kano State. His appeal follows Saturday night’s attack on Yankamaye village in Tsanyawa LGA, where bandits reportedly killed a woman and abducted three residents. The incident occurred just days after a similar attack in Biresawa village within the same council area. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity,…