The newly appointed Pro-Chancellor of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology, Hon. Justice Abdu Aboki, has promised to strive with commitments,to turn around the challenges of the institution into opportunities. Making this known in his inaugural speech, Justice Aboki, stated that his appointment was not just a personal milestone but a significant moment in the journey of Aliko Dangote varsity. According to him, “The journey ahead will not be without its obstacles, but I am confident that with your support and a shared commitment to our goals, we will succeed”. He therefore emphasized that ” As “we journey together…
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The Kano state governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf,has dissolved the caretaker chairmen of all 44 local government areas in the state. This was just as he stated that “This dissolution applies to all chairmen, vice chairmen, secretaries, and councillors.” However,he announced the decision during a special meeting held at the Africa House, Government House Kano Gov.Yusuf said that the dissolution comes just a week after the Kano State House of Assembly approved a two-month extension to the tenure of the caretaker chairmen, which was set to expire on September 8, 2024. He however disclosed that the extension, slated to run from September…
The Kano state governor Abba Yusuf has enumerated importance usage of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an opportunity to address many of the systemic problems that have historically plagued Nigeria’s elections saying it will minimize human error and enhance transparency. He made this assertion on Wednesday, in his address on Wednesday at the 5th social influencers summit in Kano that was organized by the Center For Information Technology And Development (CITAD). However, speaking on his behalf,the Special Adviser on State affairs to governor Alhaji Usman Bala , said ” In light of these issues, the emergence of AI provides a promising opportunity to…
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria, (ALGON,) Kano State Chapter, Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs and the 44 Local Government Chairmen of the state have written a petition to Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee against Musa Aliyu, (SAN,) Chairman of Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, (ICPC), in Kano for alleged violation court orders. It will be recalled that the Legal Practitioners Privileges Committee is responsible for the award of rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, to legal practitioners in Nigeria However,the petition was written by Baba & Jibril, a law firm in Kano and solicitors to…
A special Delegation of the House of Representatives, under the leadership of the former majority leader and chairman of Northern regional caucus of the House, Alhassan Ado Doguwa,has donated a sum of house donated the sum 100ml to help victims affected by the flood. The delegation visited Maiduguri, on Tuesday to sympathize and commiserate with the Government and people of the State over the recent floods disaster in the state. However,Hon Doguwa ,who led the delegation on behalf of the Speaker of the House of Reps, Tajuddeen Abbas and the entire members of the house donated the sum 100ml to help…
The Special Assistant to the Governor of Ondo State on Digital Media, Comrade Olubunmi Ololajulo, has said that Digital Media has emerged as a powerful tool that transcends geographical boundaries and amplifies voices. This was contained in a statement signed by Comrade Olajulo,a copy made available on Tuesday,to press in Kano According to him, the summit was organised , to help the youths explore the transformative potential of Digital Media in shaping governance. Comrade Olajulo stated that the goal of the summit was to identify practical approaches and actionable solutions that will help the people take full advantage of…
The NNPC Ltd., through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm, NNPC Foundation, has donated relief items to the recent flood victims in Borno State. However, the materials provided to the affected communities during the visit include essential supplies such as food, toiletries, beddings and other household items. The Group Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mele Kyari, made the donation during a condolence visit paid to the Borno state government house on Tuesday However, he was represented by the Executive Vice President, Business Services, Mr. Danladi Inuwa The was made known in a statement signed by Mr Danladi,a copy made available…
AN elder statesman and business mogul, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, has donated N1.5 billion to support victims of the devastating flood in Maiduguri, Borno State. However,the 96-year-old billionaire, who led a delegation from Kano, lamented the worsening economic conditions in the country and urged political leaders and elites to repent and fear Allah in their dealings. Alhaji Dantata, made the donation during his visit to the Borno State Government House on Tuesday, He then expressed his condolences to Governor Babagana Zulum and the state’s people. He also prayed for peace and harmony in Borno and across Nigeria. In his response…
The Chairman House of Representatives, Committee on Appropriation, Alhaji Abubakar Kabir Abubakar, has assured his commitment to strive to ensure the unity, advancement and sustainability of the All Progressive Congress, (APC,) in Kano North and Kano in general. He made this assertion,while receiving the forum of APC chairmen from the Kano North,who paid him a courtesy calls at his Office, The lawmaker stressed that only unity and love among party members will make the party achieve it’s greatness. Abubakar, however disclosed that because of support he enjoyed from his Bichi Federal constituency and from the entire Kano citizens, he is…
Meet the first Nigerian female pilot to fly Boeing 787 and for Qatar Airways Adeola Sowemimo Nigeria’s first female Boeing 787 pilot is cruising long-haul for Qatar Airways, doing so with class, from an unprecedented perch that inspires men, and women, and proves, once again, that the gifted will attain the best in the right environment. Women drive double-decker London red buses. Women drive BRT buses in Lagos.The aviation industry is a typical example of such areas where females have been under-represented in the past. However, Adeola Ogunmola Sowemimo has presented herself as a true reflection of a woman who…