Dangote foundation donates 1,000 bags of rice to support trafficking victims in NAPTIP shelters Kola Oyelere Kano The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has donated 1,000 bags of 10kg rice to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) to support the feeding and rehabilitation of victims of human trafficking in shelters across Nigeria. The donation, presented at NAPTIP’s headquarters in Abuja, is intended to strengthen the agency’s capacity to provide essential care and support services to vulnerable persons, including women, children and young people recovering from trafficking and gender-based violence. NAPTIP currently operates shelters in 15 locations…
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PWD groups laud Kano information commissioner, urge immediate take-off of disability commission Kola Oyelere Kano Disability advocacy groups in Kano State have commended the state’s Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, for his inclusive engagement with persons with disabilities (PWDs), while urging the state government to expedite the implementation and take-off of the Kano State Disability Commission. In a press statement issued and signed by the leadership of various PWD associations in the state, the groups also praised Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for what they described as his commitment to inclusive governance and the welfare of…
CITAD honoured for advancing youth, women empowerment in Nigeria Kola Oyelere Kano The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has been honoured with an award in recognition of its contributions to youth and women empowerment in Nigeria. The award was presented during the Northeast Youth Idea Summit held on June 27, 2026, which brought together young innovators, development practitioners, policymakers and other stakeholders from across the region. According to the organisers, the recognition was in appreciation of CITAD’s sustained support for youth- and women-focused initiatives in the Northeast. Receiving the award on behalf of CITAD’s Executive Director, Y.Z. Ya’u,…
Kano Gov.rallies support for Tinubu, APC ahead of 2027, promises sweeping election victory Kola Oyelere Kano KANO State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has declared that the state is fully committed to ensuring the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at all levels in the 2027 general elections, pledging that Kano would deliver massive votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election. The governor made the declaration during an interactive session with elected and appointed government officials at the Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano, This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by his spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.,a copy…
Ganduje denies alleged remarks on Kano Government’s handling of o public funds, threatens legal action Kola Oyelere Kano Former Kano State Governor and former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has denied reports claiming he accused the Kano State Government of mismanaging public funds through payments made to former councillors. The source of this misleading publication is currently being traced and necessary legal steps will be taken once those behind it are identified,” he said In a statement issued on Friday by his Chief of Staff, Comrade Muhammad Garba, Ganduje described the report as false,…
*Muhammad Garba: A Distinguished Communicator, Journalist, and Public Servant* In the landscape of Nigerian journalism and public communication, few personalities have combined professional excellence, administrative competence, and commitment to public service as remarkably as Muhammad Garba. His career reflects decades of dedication to the welfare of journalists, the promotion of responsible media practice, and the advancement of good governance. Muhammad Garba’s journey is a testament to experience, integrity, and visionary leadership. Rising through the ranks of the journalism profession, he earned the confidence of his colleagues and served as Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Kano State…
Baptist cleric celebrates fathers as kingdom builders, urges Godly leadership Kola Oyelere Kano The Minister in Charge of First Baptist Church, Kano, Rev. Dr. Armstrong Olatunde Ajayi, has described fathers as unsung heroes whose unconditional love, sacrifices and leadership remain the foundation of strong families and stable societies. Speaking during the 2026 Father’s Day celebration on Sunday, Ajayi commended fathers for their vital role in holding families together and contributing to the development of communities across the world. The celebration, organized under the theme, “Fathers as Kingdom Builders,” by the Men Missionary Union of the Nigerian Baptist Convention, focused on…
Alleged campaign against Kano Commissioner Waiya linked to political rivals, supporter claims Kola Oyelere Kano A strong member the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, Shariff Aminu Ahlan, has alleged that a coordinated campaign is being waged against the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, by individuals seeking to force his removal from office. In a statement titled “Deadly Conspiracy to Topple Commissioner Waiya,” Ahlan claimed that the sustained criticism and attacks directed at the commissioner across various media platforms are part of a calculated effort to tarnish his reputation and undermine his position…
Kano Govt reaffirms commitment to media–security partnership at NUJ national summit Kola Oyelere Kano The Kano State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration between the media and security agencies as part of efforts to safeguard democracy, promote national unity, and enhance public safety. The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, conveyed the position of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf while speaking at the ongoing National Security Summit organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Abuja. According to the commissioner, the governor recognizes the media as a critical institution in shaping public opinion and…
Bauchi Govt, NAWOJ Partner CITAD to Train Female Journalists on Artificial Intelligence Kola Oyelere Kano The Bauchi State Government, in collaboration with the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Bauchi State Chapter, and the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), has trained female journalists on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other digital tools to enhance professional journalism. The capacity-building workshop, held at the CITAD premises in Kano, exposed participants to practical applications of AI in news gathering, story writing, editing, fact-checking, transcription, and multimedia content production. Speaking during the training, the Chairperson of NAWOJ, Bauchi State Chapter,…