Prime Time News Periscoping Waiya’s Alleged Assault on Free Press Viz the Preponderance of Mob Reasoning Salisu Hamisu Ali 1 hour ago Image: Opinion By Al Amin Ubandoma The recent controversy surrounding Kano State Commissioner for Information, Ambassador Ibrahim Waiya, has sparked heated debates about free press and mob reasoning. The controversy began with an opinionated article written by one Auwalu Ismail, which criticized Waiya that was widely circulated online. The article contained allegedly malicious and defamatory statements about Ambassador Ibrahim Waiya. As a public figure, Waiya has the right to defend himself against such attacks, and his decision to…
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The 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, has announced the cancellation of his Eid-el-Fitr Durbar celebration, citing security concerns as the reason for suspending the arrangements. It will be recalled that both Emir Muhamnadu Sanusi and Emir Aminu Ado Bayero had announced separate plan to organised Durbar activities to marked the end of Ramadan festivities However,this declaration has been causing tension ,if both monarchs stand on their points to go on with their different Durbar celebration This was just as Emir Bayero stated that respected Islamic Clerics, elders, stakeholders, and his council members prevailed upon him to cancel…
The United States has imported over two million barrels of jet fuel from the world’s largest single-train refinery,the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals in March 2025 This has made the growing influence of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals is extending far beyond Africa and the Middle East However, experts has asserted that this development should bring immense joy to Nigerians, as it attests to the unparalleled quality of the refinery’s products and the trust that the international community places in Dangote Refinery. The data , according from ship-tracking service Kpler, six vessels carrying around 1.7 million barrels of jet fuel from…
An association under the umbrella of Progressive Northern Youth (PNY), has debunked an allegation of favoritism and unjust leveled against the chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Sale Usman,described as handiwork of enemies of progress This was just as the group commended Vice President Kashim Shettima for working assiduously to ensure that the NAHCON is streamlined and repositioned to deliver on its mandate. Making this known in a statement Dr Muktar Suleiman, the national coordinator of Progressive Northern Youth, described the accusations as unfounded and politically motivated, described it as the handiwork of saboteurs, who wanted to…
The Northern Regional Caucus of the House of Representatives, comprising members from the 19 Northern States and Federal Capital Territory (FCT,)has backed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, describing it as apt and in the country’s best interest. Making this known, the chairman of the Caucus, Hon Alhassan Ado Doguwa, who made this statement said all should support President Tinubu’s decision on the declaration. While stressing the need for restoring law and order in Rivers State, the caucus noted that ” Nigeria is indeed greater than any selfish coalition and its conspiracies. The constitutional…
The Kano State Executive Council has approved a total sum of N3,398,144,284.04 for the execution of various projects across the state. Making this known while speaking with press,the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs Comrade Ibrahim Waiya said these project includes Maintenance of School of Technology Road Network by the KARMA at the sum of N148,956,921.0 He also stated that additional advance payment in respect of contract for the expansion of Zaria Road (from Silver Jubilee – Dantata & Sawoe main yard) at the sum of N367,977,860.98 Accordingly,the conversion of External Electrical Infrastructure to underground system at Government House Kano…
The President| Chief Executive Officer Digital Bridge Institute ( DBI) Mr.David Daser has said that Persons with Disability( PWDs) face barriers, stigma and discrimination, that limit them from exercising their potential to actualize their dreams. This was just as he called on Government, Private Sector Organisations, Non-Governmental Organisations and Businesses to create opportunities for the engagement of PWDs. Mr.Daser made the call on Thursday during the graduation ceremony of 25 PWDs held at the IT Bridge Academy, a pioneering initiative empowering persons with disabilities (PWDs) with digital skills,in Collaboration with Sightsavers Nigeria celebrated the graduation of its second cohort…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has sworn in Arc Ibrahim Yakubu Wudil as the new Commissioner for Housing Development ,urging him to leverage his wealth of experience to drive the development of the state. However,the oath-taking ceremony was administered by the Attorney General of the state, Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi at Government House Kano. Governor Yusuf who congratulated Arc Yakubu on his new role, tasking him to ensure the effective utilization of new cities developed during the administration of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, including Kwankwassiya, Bandirawo, and Amana cities. He expressed confidence in Arc Yakubu’s ability, citing his decades-long experience…
Kano State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, Haruna Isa Dederi, has insisted that the ruling of the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, on the lingering emirship tussle has not invalidated the reinstatement of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir. Making this known,while speaking with press on Saturday, Barrister Dederi stated that having passed a landmark verdict on January 10, 2025, reaffirming the power of the Kano State Government to reappoint Sanusi, it is impossible for the Court of Appeal to set aside or quash its own decision on the same matter. It has become necessary to once again…
The Honourable Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Rt. Hon. Abdullahi Ata, has said that the former Kaduna state governor Alhaji Nasir El Rufai,Rufai’s latest political outburst stems from his personal disappointment over his failure to secure a ministerial position in the current administration. According to him” The former Kaduna governor’ s feeling entitled to a role in President Tinubu’s government, he was unable to pass the necessary security clearance, leading to his rejection by the Senate. Since then, he has carried himself like a man scorned, unleashing a barrage of unfounded criticisms and engaging in political brinkmanship.…