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…
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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,…
Dangote, Kano Govt deepen partnership at 2025 international trade fair Kola Oyelere Kano The Dangote Group and the Kano State Government are strengthening ties to boost business activities, industrial development and social welfare initiatives across the state, officials said at the ongoing 46th Kano International Trade Fair. The Fair, which has continued to attract visitors to the Dangote Pavilion, showcases a range of the company’s innovative products as it leads private-sector participation at the annual event. Speaking to journalists, Kano State Commissioner for Investment and Commerce, Shehu Wada Sagagi, said the state government is expanding its collaboration with the Dangote…
Zamfara Gov’s wife flags off medical outreach, reaffirms commitment to quality healthcare Sidi Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau Wife of the Zamfara State Governor, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched a large-scale medical outreach in Gusau as part of activities marking the 2025 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The programme, held at the Emir’s Palace, provided free and essential healthcare services to residents of the host community. The outreach offered screenings, consultations, and treatment for common ailments such as malaria, typhoid, hypertension, diabetes, and cholera. Beneficiaries also received expert referrals and complimentary medications. Addressing participants, Hajiya Huriyya said access to…
Zamfara Women Police Mark 70 Years of Service with 5km Road Walk Sidi Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau Female Police Officers of the Zamfara State Command on Saturday joined their counterparts nationwide to commemorate 70 years of women’s active participation in the Nigeria Police Force with a symbolic 5-kilometre road walk in Gusau metropolis. The walk, which kicked off in the early hours of the day, formed part of a series of activities lined up to honour seven decades of commitment, professionalism and the vital contributions of women to policing and national security. Female personnel drawn from various units and formations across…
Zamfara: Sultan pledges scholarship for 20 graduates of Ahmad Asha Quranic Institute Sidi Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Brigadier General Sa’ad Abubakar III (rtd), has announced full sponsorship for 20 outstanding students among the 432 graduates of the Ahmad Asha Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies, Kaura Namoda, Zamfara State. The Sultan made the pledge during the institute’s graduation ceremony held at the Muhammad Asha Theatre of the Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda. The event was hosted by the Emir of Kaura Namoda, HRH Sanusi Ahmad Muhammad Asha. In his address, the Sultan underscored the inseparable relationship…