Radda’s Life of Service to Katsina @Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed “Government is an institution which prevents injustice other than such as it commits itself,” wrote the great Arabian scholar Ibn Khaldun centuries ago. Yet in Governor Dikko Umaru Radda, Katsina has found a leader who proves that governance can indeed be an instrument of justice rather than its obstacle. Radda’s journey from a classroom teacher at Radda Day Secondary School to the state’s top echelon office reads like a testament to the power of purposeful service. As we may be aware, some leaders announce their arrival with fanfare, while others let…
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By Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru The Kano State Government has commended UNICEF and FCDO for the general renovation of Wangara Primary School and a Health Facility in Gezawa Local Government Area at a cost of over N200 million. The State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda made the commendation today Tuesday during the handover ceremony of Wangara Primary School renovated by UNICEF and FCDO under climate – resilient upgrade project. Dr. Makoda who applauded the development partners for the intervention, noted that the move is in line with present administration effort in revamping the state education sector. Makoda noted that…
By Ramatu Garba The Kano State Government has announced a statewide ban on the illegal use of chainsaws for tree cutting, felling or trimming, as part of efforts to curb indiscriminate deforestation and protect the environment. The action also aims to safeguard community livelihoods, and ensure the sustainability of natural resources in the state. The State Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr Dahiru Muhammad-Hashim, disclosed this on Tuesday at a news conference in Kano. He said the ban was backed by relevant laws, including section 20 of the 1999 Constitution, the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA)…
By Ado Salisu The Leadership of the National Sports Commission has inaugurated the Electoral committee for the upcoming National sports federations elections. The Newly inaugurated committee has been saddled with the responsibility of conducting a hitch free and transparent Elections into 20 National Sports Federations including Aquatics, Chess, Handball, Golf, karate, Darts, Fives and Tennis. Others are wrestling, Wushu Kung Fu, Scrabble, Hockey, Badminton, Boxing , Taekwondo, Squash Rackets, Traditional Sports Rugby, Kickboxing and Deaf Sports. Chairman of the National Sports Commission, NSC, Mallam Shehu Dikko, after officially inaugurating the Committee, expressed confidence that he has no doubt that they…
By Zainab Olufunmi The National Orientation Agency (NOA), has decried the rising cases of “sign-out” practices among young school leavers in Kano State, describing it as unhealthy. The Agency warned that the trend, which involves dangerous acts by students after completing examinations, has led to loss of lives, injuries and have negative effects on the students. The spokesperson for the agency in Madobi Local Government Area, Mr. Olayinka Olawore, stated this on Tuesday, at a sensitisation programme for four thematic areas in the area. He listed the areas to include, national values reorientation for students of secondary and tertiary institutions…
By Ado Salisu * Says initiative will transform communities from ‘trauma to recovery’ * EU envoy hails state’s commitment to sustainable development Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has launched a €5.1 million European Union-funded Conflict Prevention, Crisis Response, and Resilience project to strengthen peace and stability in the state. The 18-month project, which covers eight local government areas in Katsina and two in Zamfara, builds on a previous initiative that benefited over 95,000 people. Speaking at the launch, Governor Radda described the project as a new era of hope, partnership, and collective action designed to empower communities, particularly…
By Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru The Kano State Ministry of Education’s monitoring teams have reported a good turnout of teachers and students in primary and post-primary schools across the state on the first day of the 2025/2026 academic session. The teams observed that most schools had teachers and students present as early as 7:30 am, with minimal absenteeism. A statement signed by the Director Public Enlightenment Kano State Ministry of Education Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru explained that Monitoring teams reported a good turnout of teachers and students in most schools visited. The Statement disclosed that Teachers were found to be making early…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Newly promoted Barau United otherwise called Maliya Boys have to wake up from slumber if they are to perform creditably in the on going Nigeria’s top flight This became necessary in view of how the team squandered a lot of scoring chances during their first two home matches against Enyimba of Aba and Bendel Insurance which all ended in a draw at Sani Abacha Stadium in the metropolis Thus ,Coach Ladan Bosso and his Assistants have to stand up in coaching their strikers how best to be clinical at scoring going by how they failed to convert…
By Ado Salisu The Kano state command of Vigilante group has expressed it’s commitment and determination towards safeguarding life and properties of communities in the state. Vigilante Presenting certificate to the Saudi Businessman The state vigilante’s commander Ambassador Shehu Rabiu dropped this hints while presenting a certificate of appreciate to the Saudi based businessman, Sheikh Nuhu Idris Saleh, represented by a veteran journalists and community leader. Ambassador Aliyu Lawan Saulawa held at the vigilantes headquarters, Kano. The commander said that the appreciation letter was presented to Sheikh Nuhu for donating the security tools which include one thousand of Gora, 500…
By Ameen K. Yassar Kano State Government will soon launch a Sukuk bond, the Director-general of the State Debt Management Office, Dr, Hamisu Sadi Ali has announced He gave the indication during that opening of a two-day workshop on development Kano State 2026–2027 Medium-Term Debt Management Strategy (MTDS). Sukuk Islamic financial certificates that mirror bonds in Western Finance but adhere to Shari’ah principles. Unlike traditional interest-bearing bonds, sukuk involve selling certificates to investors, who gain partial to investors, who then gain partial ownership in an asset purchased with those funds. “This innovative financing instrument will not only diversify our funding…
By Uba Abdullahi People of Dambatta and Makoda Local Government Areas had been called upon to expedite actions and collect their permanent voter’s card for those who have not collected before for one reason or the other. The call was made by Rt Hon Engineer Hamisu Ibrahim Chidari,Member representing Dambatta/Makoda Federal Constituency while fielding questions from Journalists, stressing that already INEC has commence the registration at all the designated locations in the nation. Rt Hon Engineer Hamisu Ibrahim Chidari reminded the people of his constituency that it is only with Voters card that you can vote a candidate of your…
By Ado Salisu Katsina State has recorded a proud milestone at the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba as Aliyu Bara’u clinched the Gold Medal in the Best Gross Golf Game category, the state’s very first gold medal at the tournament. Bara’u, one of Katsina’s most promising golf talents, delivered an impressive performance, finishing with a gross score of 76 points to outplay strong contenders from Plateau and Ekiti States. Governor Dikko Umaru Radda received the news with great delight and congratulated Aliyu Bara’u for making the state proud. The Governor described the victory as a testament to the dedication,…
By Isyaku Ibrahim It is obvious that all of us no matter whether young or old are living on a borrowed time. Absolutely, death is a hurdle that one must pass whenever the time reaches. This is what happened to easy going, intelligent, smiling face and kind-hearted Professor Hafizu Miko Yakasai of the Faculty of Nigerian Languages Bayero University Kano at the late hours of Thursday the fourth of September 2025 at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital after a brief illness. A void has by no means created in view of the monumental loss which will take time to be replaced.…
By Abba Dukawa The Independent Non-Executive Director of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), Hon. Abdullah Mahmud Gaya, has called on Muslims to use the occasion of Maulud to reflect on the virtues and exemplary life of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). In a message commemorating the Prophet’s birthday, signed by his Media Office and issued to journalists in Kano, Hon. Gaya described the noble Prophet as a timeless role model for all. “As we celebrate the birth of our noble Prophet Muhammad (SAW), let us reflect on his virtues and teachings, and strive to follow his example in…
By Ramatu Garba Kano State Government has expressed concern over the repeated deportation of citizens from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, to Kano and other states in the North. The state’s Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children and Disabled Persons, Hajiya Amina Sani-Abdullahi, made this known in a statement to newsmen on Thursday in Kano. She said the state government observed that within the last four weeks, several Nigerian citizens, including indigenes of Kano, Jigawa, Katsina, and Kaduna, were deported from the FCT to Kano. According to her, the action of the FCT Administration contradicts the constitutional right of every…
By Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru The Kano State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with UNESCO and the Republic of Korea on technical and vocational education through the Better Education for Africa’s Rise (BEAR III) project. The State Commissioner of Education Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda gave the assurance Wednesday, during a meeting with technical team of the project which took place at his office. Dr. Ali Haruna represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry Alhaji Bashir Baffa Muhammed noted that the BEAR III project objectives aligned with present administration policies of empowering youth with practical, market- relevant skills that…
By Our Correspondent The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), under the Kano State Agro-Pastoral Development Project (KSADP), has commissioned the Kadawa Agricultural Mechanization Centre in Garun Mallam Local Government Area. This is one of three agricultural mechanization hubs established to transform smallholder farming in Kano State. The intervention—funded by the Kano State Government, the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), and the Lives and Livelihoods Fund (LLF)—will also see similar centres established in Danbatta and Gaya LGAs. This effort forms part of a six-month extension to the original five-year KSADP, which began in 2021 and now runs until December 2025. While the Kano…
By Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru The Kano State Government has announced the resumption dates for primary and post-primary schools for the 2025/2026 academic session. According to a statement signed by Director of Public Enlightenment Ministry of Education, Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru, boarding schools will resume on Sunday, September 7, 2025, while day schools will resume on Monday, September 8, 2025. Parents and guardians are urged to take note of the resumption dates to ensure total compliance. The statement warned that defaulting students and pupils will face disciplinary action. It quoted the Commissioner of the Ministry Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, Commissioner of wishing…
By Isyaku Ibrahim It has beaten my imagination how journalists nowadays are not adhering to the ethical norms and values of the noble profession It is totally bad and unbecoming how journalists in some instances join hands with others for material gain to settle scores with their perceived enemies or adversaries through making disparaged and invective reportage or news stories which has now been the order of the day across the length and breadth of the larger society particularly at this period of Democratic dispensation where people hide under the pretext of freedom of expression to write or utter jargons…
By Yusuf A. Yusuf Team Kano begins the month of September tyrannized over the wave of their impressive performance at the National Youth Games. With a remarkable haul of medals, the team has set the stage to wins three gold medal on Monday and another three gold on Tuesday. In Gymnastics Team Kano Athletes Sani Kamalu under the watch of his coach David won two gold medal in power tumbling with 9.50 point and also won the second gold medal in Double Mini Trampoline (DMT) with 10.70 point respectively. Sani become the first Kano athletes at the 9th edition National…
By Ramatu Garba The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Kano Zonal Command, has taken custody of 12 rescued victims of human trafficking, all of whom are female and aged between 15 and 50. The Zonal Commander of NAPTIP, Mr Abdullahi Babale, confirmed the development on Monday in Kano while receiving the victims from the Kano State Hisbah Board, which carried out the rescue operation in collaboration with the agency. According to Babale, the victims were intercepted on Aug. 31 at Karota Luxurious Park, Hotoro Western Bye-Pass, while en route to Ghana and onward to Saudi…
By Junaidu Danladi The Babangida Charity Foundation had launched 2025 tree planting program at Romi community in Dawakin Tofa Local Government, Kano State today. The low-key event held at the premises of Romi Juma’at mosque witnessed the planting and distribution of two hundred and fifty (250) variety of trees comprising mango, lemon and malmo. The malmo was planted at mosques, Islamiyya schools and streets. While the mango and lemon were distributed to individuals for them to plan in their respective farmlands. In his remarks the Chairman Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Foundation, Malam Isa Adamu Abdullahi welcomed the people…
By Yusuf A. Yusuf In a exciting display and determination, in Fives men single Semifinals, Kano athlete Abubakar Sadauki defeated Kebbi by 14-11, and defeated Kwara athlete by 14-0, and also won the third match by defeated Delta athletes also by 14-0, respectively to reach final Fans applauded the young player’s courage and consistency, noting that his ability to rally under pressure and take advantage gate the three point in each games The win has send Sadauki to the finals of the fives men single to be played on Monday. In the same vein, in female single Team Kano lost…
By. Ado Salisu The Gombe State Government has approved the dissolution of all existing State Sports Associations with immediate effect. This decision, conveyed through the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, follows a directive from His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Gombe State, and is aimed at restructuring the sports sector in line with national sports guidelines. According to the directive, the restructuring exercise will be carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) 2017 Constitution and the recommendations of the National Sports Commission and the Athletics Federation of Nigeria. Speaking on…
By Isyaku Ibrahim What could have been another major set back for Manchester United was averted through a last minute goal by Bruno Fernandez The home side started the game on the right foot with the first goal coming through an own goal by the visitors defenders via a corner kick Some minutes after resumption of play in the second half Burnley equalised through one their attackers called Foster after a goal post scramble to make the scores level Barely some seconds after the visiting side Burnley equalised, Manchester’s Cameroonian import Bryant Mbeumo increased the tally to make it two…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Kano Darling side Pillars will on Sunday at Sani Abacha Stadium engage visiting Wikki Tourist from Bauchi as Nigeria’s top flight enters week two The match is expected to be fierce in view of the fact that Wikki’s Coach Abdul Maikaba or rather Abdu Soccer as he is being by his childhood friends was at two different occasions led the technical unit of the Pyramid City Lads During their previous meetings Pillars defeated the Bauchi Club on fourteen good occasions while the visiting team won on ten time and four ended in a draw Although this is…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Former Cameroon and Barcelona Striker, Samuel Eto’o Fils is facing much criticism over embezzlement at soccer Governing body of his native land The ex footballer who is the president of Cameroon’s Football Federation,FECAFOOT Is blamed for over spending funds meant for the outfit’s running singlehandedly This according to a source,did not go down well with those following development at the organisation hence lodged a series of protests over the matter with a view to ensuring sanity and transparency before the situation degenerate The issue is now under investigation according to a source at the country ‘s Capital…
By Yusuf A Yusuf President Bola Tinubu has officially declared open, the 9th edition of the National youth games in Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, the Delta State capital. Tinubu, who was represented at the event by the Special Adviser on media and communication to the president, Mr Sunday Dare said Mr President has recognized sports as one of the bowl to hold national unity. He said over six thousand young athletes male and female from 15 years downward are to compete in 37 different sporting events. Dare thanks the the Delta Governor and the government of Delta State that…
By Ado Salisu The Nigeria Association of National Professional Footballers (NANPF) has commended President Bola Tinubu for signing a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with Brazil, a move expected to significantly enhance air travel between the two countries and unlock wide-ranging opportunities for Nigerian sports professionals. CSP Chijioke Kalu Erem, Director of Players’ Safety and Security at NANPF, said the agreement, signed during Tinubu’s official visit to Brazil, could revolutionise Nigerian football through strengthened collaboration with Brazilian and South American football institutions. According to Kalu, improved connectivity will facilitate player exchange, technical partnerships, and greater competitive exposure for clubs in…
By Yusuf A Yusuf The Kano State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Honourable Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has charged the state athletes taking part in the 9th edition of the National Youth Games (NYG) in Asaba, Delta State, to make the state proud and be law-abiding. He gave the charge to the athletes during an interview with the newsmen at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba when the screening exercise of the athletes was taking place, urging them to be good ambassadors of the state and compete cleanly and fairly as the Games open tomorrow, Friday. Also, the Commissioner Mustapha Kwankwaso…
By Zainab Olufunmi Mr Lanre Issa-Onilu, Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), has disclosed that over 600,000 students have so far benefitted from the N59million disbursed under the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) scheme. Issa-Onilu, disclosed this at a news conference on Thursday in Kano, to launch the five nationwide enlightenment campaigns on government policies, national values and identities, security awareness and disaster preparedness. The director-general further disclosed that the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in collaboration with other stakeholders, had expressed the readiness to support 150,000 youths across the country with N110 billion. The director general, who was…
By Zainab Olufunmi The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS), has inaugurated 12 governing board members in Kano State, to strengthen its humanitarian services to communities and vulnerable persons. The inauguration of the board members, according to its Branch Executive Secretary, Alhaji Musa Abdullahi, marks a crucial step in strengthening the society’s ability to deliver humanitarian services. Abdullahi, who listed such services as emergency shelter, food, water, and medical care, within the affected communities of Kano, said the theme is, “Empowering Humanitarian Leadership For a Stronger Tomorrow.” According to him, the newly inaugurated members were reelected for a second tenure of…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Communities across Zambulawa, kulluwa,Jalabi and Gurjiya in Bunkure Local Government Area, have appreciated the level of seriousness of Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project in addressing challenges bedevilling rural inhabitants The people were speaking in an interaction with Periscope On Line over an going project which link the various localities They described the feat as wonderful in view of its relevance The people who spoke through Alhaji Mustapha Barau explained that the over eigth kilometre road under construction likewise the bridge on Guska River have brought relief and happiness to the wider society in view of how…
By Ado Salisu Family of Founder of Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN) through Alhaji Anwar Isyaku Rabiu, has described the approval granted by National Universities Commission of full operational license as a clear indication of the management’s commitment and determination towards the upliftment of teaching and learning in the university. Alhaji Anwar Isyaku Rabiu was speaking during the presentation of operational license to the famous University held at the university’s premises. He expressed excitement over the array of successes recorded within a short span of granting their request which he said would not be unconnected with the leadership skills commitment…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Manchester United woes continue as they were knocked out from the English League Cup after thrilling penalty kicks The encounter stood at two two draw after full time Thus,the referee called for penalty kicks which the Manchester side lost the game after failing to convert two kicks while the home team lost one The Manchester United team who are facing intense pressure from their fans, due to lack lustre performance since last season will on Saturday meet Burnley in continuation of English premier league
By Isyaku Ibrahim Rabiul Awwal, the third month of Lunar Calendar, devoid of contemplation apprehension, jittery or sceptic,will forever remain fresh in good memories of Muslims both the old and young likewise menfolk and their womenfolk across the universe Factually for one important reason the birth of the beloved servant of God the seal of the prophets and messengers of Allah and above all the shining light and the greatest of all time Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him The Birth of the Prophet to say the least is a special moment in Islamic history as it reminds us of…
By Ramatu Garba The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Bayero University Kano (BUK) Branch, has staged a peaceful protest, calling on the Federal Government (FG) to implement its renegotiated agreements and pay withheld salaries. Comrade Yusuf Madugu, the Vice-Chairman of ASUU-BUK, told newsmen during the protest in Kano on Tuesday that the action became necessary following the alleged government’s failure to act on the union’s demands. He recalled that ASUU had renegotiated the 2009 agreement with successive government committees led by Prof. Munzali Jibrin, Prof. Nimi Briggs and most recently under Malam Yayale Ahmed. “The negotiation was concluded in…
By Ado Salisu Katsina state Governor, Mal. Dikko Umaru Radda has returned to Nigeria after his routine medical check-up abroad. He arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at about 1:00 a.m. and immediately proceeded to Katsina House, Abuja. At Katsina House, Governor Radda chaired a closed-door security meeting with all three senators representing Katsina State and all members of the House of Representatives from the state. The high-level meeting focused on the current security challenges facing Katsina State and the collective efforts required to address them. In attendance were the all three Katsina senators, all Katsina members of…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Two premier sidescomprising Barau and Kano Pillars will possibly play their home matches at other venues rather than Sani Abacha Stadium This according to League Management Company was as a result of the inability of Present administration to fulfill some conditions at Sani Abacha Stadium as outlined by the premiership supervising outfit These comprise the lack of flood light, the entire turf itself, befitting dressing room and comfortable reserve bench, seats, among others If one could recall since before the commencement of the top flight this year all teams that will feature in the tourney were charged…
BY: LURWANU IDRIS MALIKAWA GARU. Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the airlift of Kano State Athletes contingents to Asaba the capital city of Delta State to attend the forthcoming National Youth games, Asaba 2025. This was disclosed by the Acting Chairman of Kano State Sport commission Alhaji Ibrahim Umar fagge shortly after meeting with State commissioner of youth and sports development Alhaji Mustapha Rabiu Musa kwankwaso in his office. Alhaji Ibrahim Umar fagge said this is part of the state Governor’s pledge that the State government would take every measures to protect its Athletes from what…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Kano has been ranked among the two states where World Bank assisted Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project Projects were lagging behind The National Coordinator of the Project represented by Engineer Bukar Gana made the pronouncement at a Technical Mission by World Bank and FPMU held in Kano He pointed out that the gathering was not aimed at witch-hunting or rather apportioning blame on one contractors but rather sorting out challenges with a view to ensuring timely delivery The Engineer stressed the need for the firms to adhere strictly to contractual obligations aimed at ensuring the ends…
By Yusuf A Yusuf The new promoted Team Barau Fc has ended their first matches against Enyimba international Fc goalless draw in the opening game of the Nigeria Premiere League 2025/2026 Season, played in promote of over twenty thousand supporters on Sunday at Sani Abacha Stadium Kano. The Maliya Boys create numerous chance towards ending of the match but we’re denied by Enyimba international player. The Barau Fc Technical Adviser, Coach Ladan Boso said normally the first four matches of the league used to come against the way you plan. “It’s a match we look at it as operation no…
By Ramatu Garba The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Command, says it has arrested a 29-year-old male suspect, with 7,000 suspected capsules of Tramadol. Mr Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Kano. Muhammad-Maigatari said that the suspect was arrested on Saturday by operatives attached to the Kiru Area Command along Zaria-Kano Road, Kwanar Dangora area, while coming from Lagos with a substantial cache of Tramadol capsules. He explained that the drugs, weighing 4.1 Kilo Grammes were concealed in a 20-litre oil jerrycan, and described the arrest as a…
By Musbahu Aminu Yakasai The Kano State Civil Service Commission (CSC) has noted with concern the circulation of false information suggesting that employment application forms are being sold to prospective job seekers. The Commission wishes to inform the general public that at no time has it authorized the sale of any application forms for recruitment into the State Civil Service. This claim is entirely not true and should be disregarded in its entirety. The commission strongly urge the public to rely solely on official government channels for authentic updates on recruitment and other activities of the commission. All official announcements…
By Isyaku Ibrahim APC former National Treasurer Alhaji Bala Mohammed Gwagwarwa has ruled out the possibility of any move by members of opposition PDP to reconcile their differences Alhaji Bala Mohammed Gwagwarwa said the party had already missed the road and according to him there is no way the much needed peace and tranquility will be attained in view of existing animosity and hatred among party faithful across the country which he described as most unfortunate The former Treasurer of the ruling party wondered how the misunderstanding has taken to a new dimension that one faction is saying the National…
By Ado Salisu AT least 140 Nigerians have benefitted from a life-saving humanitarian medical campaign spearheaded by Saudi Arabia in Kano State, offering renewed hope to cardiac patients and their families. The five-day outreach was conducted by a 25-member team of highly skilled Saudi medical volunteers under the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief). According to a statement by the Kingdom’s Press Attaché at the Saudi Embassy in Nigeria, Mohamed Alsahabi made available to Newsmen, the specialists carried out multiple open-heart surgeries and cardiac catheterizations, all of which were completed successfully. The free medical intervention was targeted at…
By Ado Salisu Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, ADC National Secretary, says the party will prioritise youth and women by allocating 50 per cent of elective and appointive positions to them. Aregbesola, former Osun governor, said this during the affirmation of PDP, Labour Party, and other members who defected to ADC in Lagos State. Delivering a speech titled, When Good People Unite, Nigerians Win, Aregbesola described ADC as the party of the youth and one committed to rescuing Nigeria. He said the ADC constitution guarantees strong representation for youth and women, adding that inclusive leadership is key to Nigeria’s future. According to…
— A First in History By Ado Salisu Katsina Football Academy has recorded a landmark achievement as five of its brightest youngsters have officially signed professional contracts with Katsina United FC. This marks the first time in the academy’s history that five players are moving to the senior team at once, a milestone that reflects the academy’s growing reputation as a breeding ground for homegrown football talent in Katsina State. The promoted players are Yusuf Umar (17), Nasir Ahmad (17), Hassan Abubakar (19), Kabir Muhammad Muhammad (17), and Usman Abdullahi (18), all proud indigenes of Katsina. Katsina United’s Sporting Director,…
By Ado Salisu Head Coach Eric Sekou Chelle has selected team captain William Ekong, first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Olaoluwa Aina and Calvin Bassey, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Simon Moses in a provisional list of 31 for next month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and South Africa. There are also youthful goalkeeper Ebenezer Harcourt, defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Bruno Onyemaechi, midfielders Raphael Onyedika, Frank Onyeka and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, and forwards Sadiq Umar and Nathan Tella. Young defender Benjamin Fredericks, rearguard mates Felix Agu and Igoh Ogbu, midfielder Christantus…
By Haruna Muhammad The Deputy Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly and Chairman of the House Committee on Public Accounts, Alhaji Muhammad Bello Butu-Butu, has urged political office holders and workers in Sumaila Local Government to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and uphold due process in all administrative and developmental activities. He made the remarks when he led other members of the Public Accounts Committee to inspect ongoing and completed capital projects in the area. Alhaji Butu-Butu commended the Sumaila Local Government administration for its efforts in implementing quality infrastructure projects. He restated the importance of proper documentation, transparency, and…