By Isyaku Ibrahim Former soccer star and now General Manager of Barau Football Club Dominic Iorfa has described sportsmen and journalism as members of a single family Mr Iorfa who was speaking at a reconciliatory meeting between members of Kano branch of SWAN and Barau Football Team,explained that the two are conjoined twins hence the need to remain united for the rapid development of the round leather game as by gone is by gone He maintained that on most occasions utmost rapport and understanding is attained after series of wrangling between rival parties The General Manager enjoined those that have…
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By Abba Dukawa In a gesture of solidarity and encouragement, Hon. Abdullahi Mahmud Gaya, Independent Non-Executive Director of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority, has extended support to former All Progressives Congress (APC) officials who lost their party positions due to the 60-40 ratio arrangement. Hon. Gaya reassured the former officials that they have not been forgotten or abandoned by the party leadership, explaining that the adjustments were necessary under the new formula to accommodate former NNPP members who previously held state and local government elective positions before joining the APC. Speaking at the Gidan Ganduje APC Secretariat on Saturday, Hon.…
By Isyaku Ibrahim People statewide have been enjoined to accord avid support and cooperation towards the Kano first Agenda of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf with a view to taking the state to greatness A one-time National Treasurer of ruling APC Alhaji Bala Mohammed Gwagwarwa made the call in a conversation with journalists In his words, Alhaji Bala Mohammed Gwagwarwa, who was a former chairman , likewise commissioner, lamented how on most occasions some particular individuals were accorded much respect and love rather than the state as a whole He pointed out that this is what the state Governor in view…
By Sa’id Husain Abdullahi Ramadan is a month of forgiveness. We fast by day. We pray by night. But between them — we seek pardon. The Prophet ﷺ said: *مَنْ صَامَ رَمَضَانَ إِيمَانًا وَاحْتِسَابًا غُفِرَ لَهُ مَا تَقَدَّمَ مِنْ ذَنْبِهِ* _“Whoever fasts Ramadan with faith and seeking reward will have his previous sins forgiven.”_ — Sahih al-Bukhari & Sahih Muslim Forgiveness is not automatic. It is for the one who fasts with īmān and sincerity. Increase your istighfār. Admit your weakness. Hope in His mercy. Ramadan is your chance to begin again. ✍️عَبْدٌ يُرِيدُ الْإِصْلَاحَ
By Sa’id Husain Abdullahi Ramadan is the month of Duʿā’. Right after the verses of fasting, Allah says: *وَإِذَا سَأَلَكَ عِبَادِي عَنِّي فَإِنِّي قَرِيبٌ ۖ أُجِيبُ دَعْوَةَ الدَّاعِ إِذَا دَعَانِ* _“And when My servants ask you concerning Me — indeed I am near. I respond to the call of the supplicant when he calls upon Me.”_ (Al-Baqarah 2:186) Notice — Allah did not say: Tell them I am near. He said: “I am near.” The fasting heart is soft. The night is quiet. The doors are open. Ask. Beg. Return. Ramadan is not only for hunger — it is for…
By Our Correspondent The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission has tracked down and recovered several government-owned vehicles from former commissioners who allegedly failed to return them after leaving office. According to the reports that the recovery exercise, carried out on Thursday morning in Kano, affected a number of high-profile former cabinet members, including Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Umar, a former Commissioner for Security; Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, former Commissioner for Youth and Sports; Dr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kofar Mata, former Commissioner for Science and Technology; Dr. Adamu Aliyu Kibiya, former Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs; and Hon. Nasiru Sani Garo, former…
By Sa’id Husain Abdullahi Ramadan is the month of the Qur’an. It is not by coincidence that fasting and revelation meet in the same month. Allah says: *شَهْرُ رَمَضَانَ الَّذِي أُنزِلَ فِيهِ الْقُرْآنُ هُدًى لِّلنَّاسِ وَبَيِّنَاتٍ مِّنَ الْهُدَىٰ وَالْفُرْقَانِ* _“The month of Ramadan is that in which the Qur’an was revealed — a guidance for mankind and clear proofs of guidance and criterion.”_ (Al-Baqarah 2:185) The Prophet ﷺ would review the Qur’an with Jibrīl every Ramadan. — Sahih al-Bukhari If you fast but neglect the Qur’an, you have missed the spirit of Ramadan. Recite it. Reflect on it. Live by…
By Our Correspondent The Kano State Government has received the final report of the six-member fact-finding committee established to investigate the recent decline in the performance of Kano Pillars Football Club and to recommend sustainable measures for the club’s revival. The committee was inaugurated earlier this month by the Secretary to the State Government on behalf of His Excellency, Abba Kabir Yusuf, following growing concerns over the club’s performance in recent competitions. It was mandated to conduct a comprehensive review of the technical, administrative, logistical, and financial factors affecting the team, and to propose actionable solutions aimed at restoring its…
By Ado Salisu This is as the stakeholders comprising of Congress and immediate past board members of NBBF have written to the National Sports Commission (NSC) and FIBA to step in and clear pathways for fresh conduct of election ro usher in new leadership. Led by Col. Samuel Ahmedu (Rtd), an international representative, the various Basketball administrators and technical doyens, the concerned persons expressed displeasure, at a media briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, over claims by former NBBF President Musa Kida that his tenure subsist till October. Col. Ahmadu said the briefing was convened to address what he described as…
By Isyaku Ibrahim English Giants Manchester United last night went to Hill Dickinson stadium in Liverpool to beat host Everton by a lone goal The former champions lost by similar margin during their first meeting at Old Trafford in the first phase of the league despite having a one man advantage They took revenge in front of the vociferous home support being enjoyed by Everton coached by former tactician of the Red Devils David Moyes Benjamin Sesko netted the only goal of the duel in the seventy one minute of the game via an assist by Bryant Mbeumo from a…
By Sa’id Husain Abdullahi Ramadan is not about appearance. It is about intention. People may see your fasting. They may hear your recitation. They may praise your charity. But Allah sees your heart. The Prophet ﷺ said: *إِنَّمَا الأَعْمَالُ بِالنِّيَّاتِ، وَإِنَّمَا لِكُلِّ امْرِئٍ مَا نَوَى* _“Actions are only by intentions, and every person will have only what they intended.”_ — Sahih al-Bukhari & Sahih Muslim Before you improve your deeds, purify your intention. Ramadan rewards sincerity, not performance. _S. H. Abdullahi_
By Sa’id Husain Abdullahi Ramadan calls you back to yourself. Many people are busy with others — their faults, their lives, their matters — while their own souls are neglected. One of the signs of a sound heart is leaving what does not concern you. The Prophet ﷺ said: *مِنْ حُسْنِ إِسْلَامِ الْمَرْءِ تَرْكُهُ مَا لَا يَعْنِيهِ* _“Part of the excellence of a person’s Islam is leaving what does not concern him.”_ — Jami at-Tirmidhi (ḥasan) Ramadan is your opportunity to ask: How is my prayer? How is my tongue? How is my heart? Fix yourself first. That is where…
By Abba Dukawa This article examines a question raised by political commentators and stakeholders: Is the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s anti-corruption drive a sincere reform effort, or a cover for suppressing dissent? The issue remains central to public debate. The line between fighting corruption and silencing dissent must remain clear. A genuine anti-corruption campaign strengthens institutions, promotes transparency, and upholds the rule of law. Silencing critics weakens democracy and erodes public trust. True reform welcomes scrutiny; it does not fear it. Tackling corruption is a fundamental duty of any government, particularly in a country where it has long undermined development,…
By Sa’id Husain Abdullahi Ramadan teaches us to mind our own souls. Spying on others is not curiosity — it is a door to sin. Searching for people’s faults, following private matters, exposing what Allah concealed — This hardens the heart. Allah says: وَلَا تَجَسَّسُوا “And do not spy.” (Al-Ḥujurāt 49:12) The Prophet ﷺ said: *وَلَا تَجَسَّسُوا وَلَا تَحَسَّسُوا* _“Do not spy on one another, and do not seek out one another’s faults.”_ — Sahih al-Bukhari & Sahih Muslim If Allah has covered someone, do not uncover them. Ramadan is a month of self-correction, not fault-finding. _S. H. Abdullahi_
By Our Correspondent For nearly four decades, Nigeria’s return to the upper echelon of global tennis competition seemed like a distant dream. That long wait has finally ended under the leadership of Engineer Victor Ochei, President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), as the country reclaims its place in the prestigious Davis Cup World Group I — a stage it last graced in the late 1980s. Nigeria first participated in the Davis Cup in 1974, announcing its arrival on the global tennis map with confidence and flair. The golden era of Nigerian tennis peaked in the 1970s and 1980s, producing…
By Yusuf A. Yusuf The Sardaunan Makaman Bichi, Alhaji Sharu Rabi’u Inuwa Ahlan, who served as the chief launcher of the 2026 Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Almanac, Kano State Chapter, and Annual Awards ceremony, officially launched the almanac with a donation exceeding ₦2.5 million. Members of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Board purchased copies of the almanac for the Kano State Football Association, the 44 Local Football Councils in Kano State, the Gusau Ahlan Cup, and the Dan Adala workers, as part of efforts to support football development initiatives. The Chairman of the Kano State Football Association reiterated…
It has now become apparent that whenever Ramadan approaches the Muslim Community will experience serious Electricity outage Despite several pledges made on the matter by the authorities concerned year in year out but surprisingly the situation continues unabated This is clean and clear going by the present circumstances which is posing additional hardship as the community is few hours away from commencing the annual month long ibadat If one could recall there was a time during the late Umar Yar’adua ‘s regime that a whole minister after assuming office vowed to do the needful on the problem aimed at ensuring…
By Abba Dukawa Following his departure in June 2025 as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has largely stayed out of the media spotlight However, he recently spoke with journalists in Abuja, including a correspondent of The Nation, reflecting on his time leading the ruling party and addressing developments in Kano politics. He also touched on the possibility of mending fences with Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, a prominent political figure in the state. While, speaking on the political landscape in Kano State, Ganduje expressed satisfaction that what he previously described as a political goal —…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Dan Adala Alhaji Isyaku Umar Tofa has extolled sports journalists for their effort in ensuring mutual trust and togetherness wax stronger cross the length and breadth of Nigeria The Royal father made the adulation at the annual Award presentation and Launching of the Almanac of Kano branch of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria The football lover described their profession as attractive and very interesting particularly at this period that the country is at cross road hence people of such character are seriously needed with a. view to calming or dousing the tension He thumbed up the state…
By Zainab Olufunmi The Federal Fire Service has called for increased awareness and strict compliance with fire safety measures in public and private buildings. Assistant Comptroller General of the Service, Umar Faruk-Muhammad, in a sympathy message on behalf of the Comptroller General of the FFS, expressed solidarity with the affected residents. He said that its officers had taken necessary measures to contain the incident, adding that those present at the scene witnessed the prompt response and efforts deployed by its men. “The people at the fire scene have seen the measures taken by the Federal Fire Service. There is no…
By Zainab Olufunmi Alhaji Kabiru Yusuf-Nadabo, a retired Assistant Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has called for the relocation of Singer Market to Dangwaro International Market in Kano. Yusuf-Nadabo, who is also a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Jigawa, made the call in an interview with the online media Monday in Kano. “This call has become necessary in order to address the recurring fire incidents that have plagued the market over the past 15 years,” he said. “I was at the scene of the incident on Feb. 14 from 4 p.m. to 8…
By Our Correspondent The Adamawa State Commissioner of Police, CP Dankombo F.Morris, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to rewarding officers who uphold the core values of the Force through dedication and professionalism. CP Morris made the remark over the weekend in Yola, Adamawa State, while presenting a merit award to Chief Superintendent of Police Ahmed Rasheed. The Commissioner described the award as well deserved and applauded the officer for demonstrating a high level of professionalism in the discharge of his duties as Commander of the CTU 14 Base in Adamawa State. He noted that CSP Rasheed’s recognition as…
By Zainab Olufunmi The Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS), Kano State Command, has appealed to the Federal and State Governments to strengthen its capacity to protect forests and curb criminal activities across the state. The service is seeking full legal recognition and increased logistical support from the government. The NFSS State Commander, Abdullahi Al’ameen, made the appeal at a security summit held in Kano. Al’ameen reiterated the service’s commitment to strengthening national security through enhanced collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS). He said the summit was organised across the 36 states of the federation to promote intelligence-driven operations…
Journalists and Tacticians Rapport There is nothing big about it that Coaches and Journalists are friends in need likewise indeed as their relationship is cordial,admirable , superb and on most occasions attractive They are partners in progress as their jobs are seriously needed by the larger society in one way or the other Thus the two have to respect each other in the interest of fairness, love, affection , understanding,humility and justice Definitely when these items were denied or lost ,rightly speaking there must be a problem This is what happened on Saturday after the premiership cracker between Barau…
By Uba Abdullahi Communal participation built on sustained tolerance, unity, and dedication has been identified as a panacea for societal development. The District Head of Dambatta and Sarkin Ban Kano, Dr. Mansur Muktar Adnan, made this known during a reception organized in honour of Professor Kabiru Abdussalam, following his elevation to the rank of Professor and appointment as Chief Consultant Chemical Pathologist by the Senate of Bayero University Kano. Dr. Mansur Muktar, who was represented by Alhaji Baba Ado, emphasized the importance of mutual respect and cooperation among members of society, stressing that challenges can only be overcome through collaborative…
By Our Correspondent Former Governor of Kano state, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has firmly rejected allegations by his former Kaduna state counterpart, Nasir El-Rufai, linking him to the disappearance of Abubakar Idris, popularly known as Dadiyata. In a measured but unequivocal response contained in a statement signed by former Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs in Kano state, Comrade Muhammad Garba, the former APC national chairman described the allegation as reckless, unfounded and a clear attempt to shift responsibility for an incident that occurred entirely within Kaduna State. He emphasized that Dadiyata lived and operated in Kaduna, where he was widely…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Recent decamping of Kano State Governor Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf from NNPP to APC has been drawing divergent views from across the larger locality While to some they described it as a good omen as in politics there is no permanent enemy but interest to others is the opposite In an interview with an opposition figure in Kano, Alhaji Hamisu Danwawu who happens to be the Chairman of Gauta Political Group, he beamed that the action of the Governor was not a political miscalculation as some people may think but according to him a step in the…
By Abba Dukawa The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ) has released the official timetable for Nigeria’s 2027 General Elections, outlining key dates for voting, party primaries, campaigns, and voter registration. The announcement comes amid growing concerns over the delayed passage of the amended Electoral Act currently before the National Assembly. INEC had on February 4 indicated that it had completed work on the election timetable and schedule of activities despite the delay. According to the schedule, the Presidential and National Assembly elections will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2027. Governorship and State House of Assembly elections will follow…
By Our Correspondent The Kano State Taskforce Committee on Motor Parks and Other Public Spaces has confiscated illicit drugs worth millions of naira from the Kanawa Pharmaceutical Coordinated Wholesale Centre in Dangwaro Market Kano State. The seized items, recovered from various dealers, include expired, counterfeit, and potentially harmful pharmaceutical products. The Chairman of the Committee, Major Adamu Abubakar Usman (Rtd), disclosed this during a press briefing, noting that the operation forms part of the committee’s ongoing efforts to sanitize markets and safeguard public health across the state. He emphasized that the committee is working closely with market leadership and relevant…
By Sa’ad Umar Faruk Kano State’s Power Commissioner, Engr. Dr. Gaddafi Sani Shehu, announces breakthrough in resolving the RoW dispute blocking TCN’s Kumbotso-Rimin Zakara transmission line completion. Dr. Gaddafi disclosed that the state Governor has graciously approved a negotiated settlement running into billions of naira to compensate all verified claimants affected by the project. He further revealed that the Governor Abba has also approved the allocation of plots of land to 750 individuals and households involved in the dispute, as part of a comprehensive and people-centered resolution package. The Commissioner described the development as a clear demonstration of the present…
Abba Dukawa The Independent Non-Executive Director of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), Hon. Abdullahi Mahmud Gaya, has called on members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and key stakeholders in Ajingi, Gaya, and Albasu Local Government Areas to close ranks and give their full support to Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf. Hon. Gaya described the Governor’s defection to the ruling party as a bold and strategic move that reflects his deep commitment to the development and progress of Kano State. He noted that APC members and stakeholders in the areas warmly welcomed the Governor into the party, alongside…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Chief Coach of Bauchi Wikki Tourist a Premier league outfit Abdul Maikaba otherwise called Abdu Soccer has resigned his appointment as Manager of the side The coach attributed misunderstanding and lack of togetherness as the main reason behind the action Fielding questions on whether he took the bold decision based on the fact that he discussed with a Kano based premier team on switching to the club as earlier speculated in some quarters he categorically said no as the step was personal Abdul Maikaba one of the season or experienced coaches across the country, had earlier managed…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Over five hundred people from different localities across Garko Local Government Area have sipped from the fruit of Democratic Governance courtesy of the benevolence of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Speaking in a joyous mood at the event which entails the presentation of hundred motorcycles and start ups capitals Commissioner for Land and Physical Planning Alhaji Abdul Jabbar Umar Garko described the occasion as epic explaining that the largesse was a right not a privilege as some people may think The Commissioner who recalled a proverbial statement kindness begets kindness, maintained that the present was borne out of…
ALIYU MUHAMMAD SANI _Public Analyst_ The new wave of fellowship between the federal Government and Kano State is anticipated to bring home notable projects to the state by embarking on new projects and continuation of the aborted ones. Notable among them is the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) pipeline project that has great potential benefits not only for Kano State but for the entire northern Nigeria in particular and the nation in general. The project spans 614 km from Ajaokuta through Abuja to Kaduna then to Kano was designed to supply gas for power, industries, and fertilizer plants in the North. The $2.8…
By Abba Dukawa After the much-touted passage of the Electoral Act amendments ahead of 2027, general elections, Nigerians expected bold reforms that would finally protect their votes. Instead, the Senate has delivered a cynical betrayal—one that raises a troubling question: does the Nigerian Senate genuinely want credible elections, or is it deliberately laying the groundwork for a stolen mandate? By rejecting mandatory real-time electronic transmission of results, the Senate has all but confirmed public fears. This is not reform. This is regression dressed up as legislation. Nigerians are no longer merely skeptical; they are alarmed. The Senate’s actions suggest a…
By Ado Salisu The World Crafts Council (WCC) has honoured Otunba Olusegun Runsewe with the Icon of Crafts, Culture and Hospitality in Africa Award in recognition of his contributions to arts and cultural development on the continent. The award was presented during the second World Crafts Forum, held in Kuwait from Feb. 1 to Feb. 3, 2026. In an award letter, the council praised Runsewe’s unwavering commitment to preserving, promoting and sustaining handicrafts across Africa. The letter, signed by the President of the council, Sa’ad al-Qaddumi, also commended his efforts in empowering craft communities and advancing Africa’s cultural heritage. The…
By Hassana Aminu The Executive Chairman of Dala Local Government Council, Alhaji Suraj Ibrahim Imam, has received members of the Taskforce on Motor Park Monitoring and Anti–Child Trafficking during a courtesy visit to his office. Speaking during the visit, the Chairman of the Committee, Major Adamu Abubakar Usman (Rtd.), said the purpose of the visit was to formally introduce the committee to the Council Chairman. He explained that the committee was constituted by the Kano State Government to strengthen security at motor parks and other loading points across the state. Major Adamu further disclosed that the committee has been mandated…
By Bosede Olufunmi The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has urged the Senate to urgently pass the Electoral Amendment Bill 2025, warning that further delay could negatively affect preparations for the 2027 general elections. The Executive Director of CITAD, Mr Yunusa Zakari-Ya’u made the call on Wednesday during an emergency news conference in Kano. Zakari-Ya’u recalled that during the 2023 general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) assured Nigerians of the effective deployment of technology, particularly the electronic transmission of election results from polling and collation centres. According to him, the assurance raised public confidence, as electronic…
By Abba Dukawa The Senate has passed the Electoral Act 2022 (Repeal and Reenactment) Amendment Bill 2026 through the third reading. However Sanate rejected a proposed amendment to Clause 60, Subsection 3, of the bill, which sought to make the electronic transmission of election results mandatory. The rejected provision would have required presiding officers of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to electronically transmit results from each polling unit to the IREV portal in real time, after the prescribed Form EC&A had been signed and stamped by the presiding officer and countersigned by candidates the Senate adopted the existing provision…
Abba Dukawa The Federal Government has allocated ₦1.5 billion for the construction of an earth dam in Bichi Local Government Area of Kano State. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Professor Joseph Utsev, disclosed this during an inspection tour of Kano State. Speaking at the proposed project site in Bela, Bichi LGA, the Minister said the dam would create job opportunities and is expected to be completed within 36 months. He noted that the project would boost water resources and support agricultural activities in the region. Professor Utsev explained that the project would have a positive impact on the…
By Our Correspondent The Kwankwasiyya Movement has described the purported defection of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso to the All Progressives Congress APC as false and unfounded. The group insisted that there was no time the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 general elections attempted to negotiate his way back to the APC. In a statement by its spokesperson, Dr Habibu Sale Mohammed, the movement insisted that “never at any time did Kwankwaso enter into negotiations, discussions, or meetings with the APC, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, or any proxy for the purpose of defection.” The…
By Olufunmi Zainab The Kano State Government has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Tricell Solar to fast-track the development of a 500-megawatt solar power project. This was made known by the Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Dr. Gaddafi Sani-Shehu, during a meeting with a Tricell Solar delegation to review the agreement. The meeting focused on reviewing progress and exploring ways to accelerate renewable energy initiatives across the state. Dr. Sani-Shehu emphasized that the project demonstrates the government’s commitment to diversifying the state’s energy mix and meeting growing electricity demand. “This initiative will expand energy access and support…
By Our Correspondent Barau Football Club of Kano has made history, becoming the first African club—and possibly the first in the world—to pay players’ match-winning bonuses before the start of a competitive fixture. The unprecedented gesture occurred on Sunday, February 2, 2025, when the club paid its players ahead of kick-off in their Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Matchday 24 encounter against Ikorodu City. Such a move is widely regarded as unheard of in football history. Speaking on the decision, the club’s General Manager, Dominic Iorfa, explained that match bonuses are intended to serve as motivation, morale boosters, and a…
As George Bernard Shaw would say: ‘Life levels all men and death reveals the eminent’, today marks a decade since the passing away of our late father, Hon. Khadi Alkali Habib Tijjani, a man who touched countless lives and hearts during his lifetime. A father, devoted husband, cherished grandfather and respected public servant cum mentor whose legacy continues to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him. As I have always maintained in my annual tribute to him since his demise on 1st February, 2006, Baa (as we fondly called him) was a man of magnetic warmth quintessential wisdom,…
By Our Correspondent With just months to go, preparations for the 16th Africa Scrabble Championship (ASC) have shifted into high gear following the official confirmation of Monrovia, Liberia, as host city. Since the announcement, the Pan African Scrabble Association (PANASA) and the National Scrabble Association of Liberia (NASAL) have been engaged in intensive planning, with early indications pointing to a landmark tournament set to reset the standards of the game on the continent. From October 21–25, 2026, the iconic Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Ministerial Complex on Tubman Boulevard will become the epicentre of African Scrabble, hosting the continent’s sharpest minds for…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Twenty time Premier league winners Manchester United are yet to be thrashed in English premier league since 2026 set in The Red Devils as the club is popularly called consolidated on the record on Sunday afternoon as they whacked visiting Fulham from London by three goals to two Brazilian imports Casemiro and Cunha got the back of the net for the home side at the first instance While the visitors even scores later to make it two all The rejuvenated team being coached by Michael Carrick later on Increased the tally through new acquisition Benjamin Sesko to…
By Our Correspondent Jumai Hajara Adamu has emerged as the new Lady Captain of the Tukur Yusuf Buratai (TYB) International Golf Resort and Country Club, Abuja, following a decisive election held on Saturday at the club house. Adamu recorded an overwhelming victory, polling 129 votes to defeat Rose Abus Nyam, who secured 22 votes, and the incumbent Lady Captain, Maureen Apute, who garnered 26 votes. The landslide result was greeted with applause from club members, who described the outcome as a clear endorsement of Adamu’s leadership vision and her commitment to unity and progress within the club. Speaking after the…
By Ado Salisu Golf stakeholders have hailed Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF) President, Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, for redefining the identity of golf in Africa through strategic investment, innovation, and sustainable development. Several golf enthusiasts who spoke to journalists on Thursday said Runsewe’s initiatives have attracted local and international investment, positioning Nigeria as a regional hub for golf development with the establishment of the Golf and Health Signature—West Africa’s only indoor digital golf facility. They described the Abuja-based facility as a game-changer that seamlessly integrates technology, health, professional training, and youth development under one roof. South Africa’s leading golf coach, Mpoh Kelosiwaag,…
By Our Correspondent The attention of the Kano State Government has been drawn to a misleading publication seeking to distort facts surrounding recent political developments in the state. The publication is not only mischievous but deliberately crafted to misinform the public and create a false narrative around the stability of the present administration. Governance is neither speculative nor driven by propaganda. The facts are clear and unambiguous: Commissioners overseeing the most critical and strategic ministries of government remain firmly aligned with His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. This was made known in a press statement issued and signed by Comrade…
By Hassana Aminu Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will start registration of eligible voters across all the twelve (12) wards in Dala Local Government Area from the 2nd of February The Electoral Officer of the Local Government, Alhaji A. A. Maulud, stated this in a statement during a stakeholders’ meeting on electoral matters in the area. According to the statement , the exercise is open to all eligible persons who do not have a Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC), regardless of age It further explained that the exercise will also cover persons whose PVCs are damaged , those with…