By Olufunmi Zainab The National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC), says it will partner with the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG) and Harvest Plus to develop framework for National Seed Policy. The Acting Director of the Council, Dr Isaq Khalid stated this at a two-day national seed policy implementation framework development workshop on Wednesday in Kano. He said that it was imperative to prioritise policy that drive the system in view of the new technologies in agriculture. Khalid said the seed industry was still evolving and being a critical input in enhancing agricultural productivity in Nigeria. “The new 2022 seed policy was…
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Isyaku Ibrahim Definitely, English National Team the Three Lions, since winning the World Cup as far as 1966.almost 58 years ago, have never came closer to lifting any event despite the fact they are the pioneers of modern soccer Although they tried utmostly four years back in lifting their first major event but this was not practical as they were defeated by Azzuri of Italy via penalty kicks at home soil Wembley Stadium before their fanatical fans But just Wednesday night at Dortmund stadium, the Lions edged out Oranje Boys as Netherlands National Team is fondly called by two goals…
Ramatu Garba The Public Complaints Commission (PCC), says the capacity training on effective communication for efficient service delivery for its staff will enhance their capabilities and align them with international best practices. The Assistant Director, Investigation of PCC in Kano, Hajiya Aisha Muhammad-Suleiman said this in her opening remarks at the five-day capacity building training, organised for PCC staff in Kano on Tuesday. The theme of the training is “Effective Communication and Performance Rating.” Muhammad-Suleiman said that communication skills enabled an organisation to promote accountability and transparency in governance. She said the training was designed to equip the participants with…
Dr Sabo Wada Dutse. Researchers and Academicians had been urged to come up with modalities aimed at finding solutions to the effects of fuel subsidy removal for the advancement of the society This was disclosed by the Rector of Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic Kazaure Dr Sabo Wada stated this while declaring open a three day National Conference of Research in Science, Engineering and Technology organized by the Institute today. Dr Sabo Wada said the objectives of setting the conference is to bring researchers together in these areas and to see how to make contributions to the development of our nation…
Zainab Olufunmi The Federal Government has charged manufacturing companies to adopt total utilisation of local material for their production. The companies were further task on making their products available and accessable to all Nigerians The Honourable Minister of State, Federal Ministry of Environment, Dr. Isiaq Salako, gave the charge while inaugurating a local factory, Atmosfair Climate and Sustainability Limited in Kano on Friday. He said the ministry is ready to partner with any company ready to invest anywhere in the country and particularly passionate to promote initiative that align with national priorities and personal initiative and growth. He commended the…
Our Correspondent The Kano State Government, with the support of the United Kingdom’s Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO) in Nigeria and Arewa Consultative Forum, is set to convene an education recovery conference on 10th and 11th of July, 2024. The conference featuring thought leaders, political actors, diplomats, educators, private sector players, advocates and policymakers, will focus on addressing significant education sector challenges in Kano State. The education conference has as its theme “Repositioning Education in Kano State: Navigating the Path to Excellence”. It is designed to address critical challenges on education access and equity, chart a reform pathway and…
Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru As the Model Science Quiz Competition 2024 reached the final stage, Goveenment Girls College Gezawa has attained the 1st position which gives it an automatic ticket to represent the state in the next inter state Quiz competition. The Competition tagged ‘Hon. Umar Haruna Doguwa Model Scuence Quiz Competition’ organized by the Kano State Senoir Secondary Schools Management Board (KSSSMB) covered science subjects including English, Mathematics, Physic, Chemistry and Biology. Participants of the competition were drawn from 24 schools across the state out of which 10 schools were screened at the first round while 5 out of the…
Isyaku Ibrahim Nigeria Premier Football League is looking into the possibility of fixing 31 of August as resumption date for hostilities in Nigeria’s new soccer season It had already slated the 15 and 16 of this month for annual general meeting of the Board to take place in Lagos The Annual General Meeting is a gathering of Football stakeholders aimed at discussing issues pertaining the round leather game countrywide and how best to proffer solutions The avenue also gives room for suggestions and constructive criticism on the subject matter by the attendants with a view to attaining set goals and…
Ramatu Garba Mr Abddul Muhammed SAN and other counsel to the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado-Bayero, in the ongoing Kano emirship tussle have withdrawn their legal services before the State High Court. The applicants in the matter are the Attorney General of Kano State, Speaker Kano State House of Assembly and Kano State House of Assembly, through their counsel Ibrahim Isah-Wangida, filed a motion exparte dated May 27. The applicants are seeking the court to restrain Aminu Ado-Bayero, and Four other dethroned emirs of Bichi, Rano, Gaya and Karaye from parading themselves as emirs. The respondents are Alhaji Aminu…
Ramatu Garba A Federal High Court sitting in Kano, on Thursday gave Justice Farouk Lawan and Justice Zuwaira Yusuf, 48 hours to resign as Chairmen of the Judicial Commissions of Inquiry appointed by Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf. The Periscope.ng reports that Gov Kabir-Yusuf, inaugurated commission on Political Violence and Cases of Missing Persons and recovery of misappropriated public properties and assets from May 2015 to May 2023. The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, through his counsel, Sanusi Musa SAN, sought an order stopping Kabir-Yusuf, from probing his administration. The respondents are the National Judicial Council,…
Ramatu Garba The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano has proposed a mandatory drug test for prospective couples as part of measures to reduce drug abuse in the state. The NDLEA Commander in Kano, Mr Abubakar Idris-Ahmad, made this known to the News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) on Thursday. “The agency has introduced the Drug Intergrity Test Initiative anticipated to metamorphose into an anti-drug culture for every Nigerian” he said. Idris-Ahmad said the drug test will serve as a tool for the prevention of drug abuse and early detection of individuals and couples status of drug use for appropriate…
Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru Bayero University Kano has indicated its readiness to work with Kano State Government in solving the education crisis facing the state. The Vice Chancellor of the University Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas gave the assurance yesterday Tuesday when he led a team of the University management that paid a courtesy visit to the state commisioner of education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa in his office. Prof. Sagir Adamu Maintained that for education crisis to be solved in Kano, something positive had to be done, noting that one of such step taken by the government was the recent declaration of…
Uba Abdullahi The newly established College of Health Technology,,Dambatta had reiterated it’s resolved in making health sector a top priority for the overall developments of the State. The Registrar of the College, Usman Nasir stated this during the management meeting for the commencement of Academic Courses in the College. Usman Nasir further stated that the College had come up with modalities on robust academic excellence for the production of highly skilled and trained personel in different areas of Health related courses with a view to complement government efforts of Health for all. The Registrar then appealed to the people of…
Isyaku Ibrahim All eyes are now set on the quarter finals of the on going European Cup holding in Germany In the first match on Friday, host Germany who lifted the trophy thrice with meet La Roja of Spain who also won the cup on similar occasions two of them in a row In the second match on Friday, it will also be another meeting of former champions as Les Bleus of France will settle scores with Selacao of Portugal On Saturday, the cracker will be between former winners Oranje Boys of Netherlands against Turkish national side while the second…
……Kidnappers Reduce Initial Demand of N1bn After Brief Negotiation with Family The abductors of Hajiya Hauwa’u Adamu, mother of famous Hausa musician Dauda Adamu, also known as Rarara, have demanded a ransom of N900m for her release. Initially, they demanded N1bn but reduced the amount after a brief discussion with the family. According to a source close to the family, the abductors called the family using a phone they collected from a woman during the abduction. Although they initially demanded to negotiate with Rarara himself, they later agreed to deal with another family member. The source stated that the family…
Ramatu Garba A Kano State High Court on Tuesday , adjourned until July 4, hearing in an applications in the ongoing Kano Emirship Tussle case. The Attorney General of Kano State, Speaker Kano State House of Assembly and Kano State House of Assembly, through their counsel Ibrahim Isah-Wangida Esq, filed a motion exparte dated May 27. The applicants are seeking an order restraining court the 15th emir, Aminu Ado-Bayero, and Four other dethroned emirs of Bichi, Rano, Gaya and Karaye from parading themselves as traditional rulers. The respondents are: Ado-Bayero, Alhaji Nasiru Ado-Bayero, Bichi emir; Dr Ibrahim Abubakar ll, emir…
Sunusi K Naisa Kano State Government has pleged to support and facilitate the actualization of upgrade of Alfjar College of Education to University status. The State Commissioner for Higher Education, Dr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kofarmata announced this when he visited the college campus at Tudun Yola in Gwale Local Government Area on Monday. Dr. Yusuf Kofarmata, expressed his delight with the students’ conduct, quality of the lecturers, and the campus environment. He commended the Engr. Abdelkhalekh Almolla Charity Foundation for establishing the college in the state. Dr. Kofar mata acknowledged the scholarship programme which he noted contributes greatly to the development…
By Olufunmi Bose No fewer than 25 persons died while 53 others were injured, 12 unhurt in an early morning auto crash at Dangwauro Flyover along Kano – Zaria Road in Kumbotso Local Government Area. The FRSC Sector Commander in the state, Ibrahim Abdullahi confirmed the incident in a statement issued to newsmen on Monday in Kano. He said that the accident involved a trailer (IVECO) with registration number XA 311 ZB. “We received a call at about 03:15 a.m. on July 1, 2024, On receiving the information, we quickly dispatched our personnel and vehicle to the scene of the…
Round of sixteen matches at on going European football event are as good as being concluded today Just on Monday games, former champions France and Portugal scaled through to the quarter final stage of the competition with hard earned victories While France thrashed Belgium by alone goal In the last minutes of the game, Selacao as Portugal national team were called have to until when penalty kicks were played to emerge winners The team scaled through by three nothing as their goalkeeper saved three of the kicks of their opponents Slovenia In the remaining ties, England who defeated Slovakia in…
Junaidu Danladi The Babangida Charity Foundation had launched 2024 tree planting program at Romi community in Dawakin Tofa Local Government, Kano State on Saturday 29th June, 2024. The project tagged ” Make Romi Green for Better Future ” witnessed the planting of 500 variety of trees. The Chairman Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Foundation, Malam Isa Adamu Abdullahi in his welcome address welcomed the members of the community and other invited guests to this year’s program. He urged the beneficiaries of the trees to take good care of them due to their socio-economic importance. On his part, Alhaji Muhammad…
Our Correspondent The Chairman of the Governing Board of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Engineer Kayode Ojo has felicitated with the Onigede of Igede-Ekiti, Oba James Aladesuru on his 65th year on the throne. In a statement by his media aide, Deji Aiyelabowo in Ado-Ekiti, Ojo described the Royal Father as a strong agent of community development, who has devoted his life to enhancing the physical and economic development of his community, the State and Nigeria as a whole. The former All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Ekiti State, described the Royal Father of the ancient historical town in Irepodun/Ifelodun…
A fire outbreak occurred at the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals company in the Lekki free trade zone on Wednesday morning. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined. According to Anthony Chiejina, Group Head of Corporate Communications, the fire was contained at the effluent treatment plant and did not affect operations. “There is no cause for alarm, and no recorded injuries or harm to staff,” he assured. The 650,000 barrels per day refinery began production in January, supplying diesel and aviation fuel to the local market. The company received additional crude supply from NNPC Ltd in April, boosting…
Speaking, Kano State Coordinator of the outfit, Hajiya Zainab A Musa expressed gratitude to the present administration’s strive in improving service delivery on Human capital development including effort in supporting health related issues aimed at reducing maternal and infant mortality due to malnutrition Thus called on the wider majority on the need to accord it proper attention interns of Budget releases as allocated, awareness creation for behaviour change in promoting Early initiation, Exclusive Breastfeeding that resulted to the need of creation of Nutrition Department, Six month maternity leave with full pay to working mothers, procurement of adequate Ready to use…
MOHAMED CHEBARO More than eight months into Israel’s war on Gaza, following the October 7th attack by Hamas, and the Arab and international mediation, backed by the US, has so far failed to bring about a lasting ceasefire agreement. Hamas says any deal must bring an end to the war, which could be a way for it to claim victory, as it would not have been eradicated. Israel, on the other hand, is only ready to agree to temporary pauses in the fighting, while freeing some Palestinian prisoners in exchange for hostages. It will not sign up to a total…
Ramatu Garba The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control(NAFDAC) on Thursday destroyed fake, counterfeit, substandard, expired, and unwholesome regulated products worth approximately N985 million. The Director-General of the agency, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, made this known during the burning exercise in Kano. Adeyeye, represented by the Director North-West Zone NAFDAC, Mrs Josephine Dayilim, said the exercise is aimed at eradicating fake drugs and other spurious NAFDAC Regulated Products from circulation in Nigeria. “Removal of Substandard and Falsified Medicines (SFs) from circulation will make Nigerians healthier. “And since only a healthy body can contribute positively to the economy, it…
Ado Salisu This year’s national inter secondary schools Milo basketball will end today at the indoor sports hall of the national stadium, Surulere, Lagos. The tournament which is being organised by the Nigerian School Sports Federation NSSF and sponsors by the Nestle Milo, attracted the host state Lagos, Kaduna, Kano, Gombe, Niger, Cross River, Oyo, Bayelsa and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Abuja. Speaking the national president of the Nigerian School Sports Federation NSSF, Olabisi Joseph said arrangements are in top gear towards a colourful final. Joseph said that the federation in conjunction with the company have successfully organizing the…
By Sani Surajo Abubakar A rainy season (also known as a wet season) is a time of the year where the majority of a country’s or region’s annual precipitation occurs. Rainfall is experienced throughout the year in Nigeria, with most significant rainfall occurring from April to October, and with minimal rainfall occurring November to March. As predicted by the NiMet (Nigerian Meteorological Agency), this year’s raining season has set in expectation of heavy downpour and flooding in some communities spread across the country especially those in the coastal areas. The NiMet’s 2024 rainfall prediction indicated that the rainfall is expected…
Ibrahim Abdullahi As rider on the pieces of advice given by the State Health Commissioner on hygienical use of rainwater by the people of the state, the Kano State Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC) has provided tips necessary for self and community protection against the cholera. The DG of the Centre, Prof. Muhammad Abbas called on the people of Kano state to accord issue of cholera with seriousness due to its heinous consequences in the society. A press release from the Public Relations Unit of the Ministry of Health quoted Prof. Abbas as saying cholera becomes worrisome in many states…
Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru Kano State Government has donated N14 million and food stuff to the deceased family and accident victims under the state ministry of education. Distributing the donation today Wednesday to the family victims at Governor’s College, the state commissioner of education Alhaji Umar Doguwa disclosed that the gesture was part of the present administration concern in symphatizing with family of the deceased and those who got injured due to car accident while pursuing their academic carrier. Umar Doguwa said among the victims were late Abubakar Umar a student of Government Secondary school Bichi who was innocently killed recently…
Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru The Kano State Ministry of Education has debunked rumours calling those who have NCE Certificate to submit their credentials to State Library Board for new teachers recruitment. This was contained in a statement signed by the Director Public Enlightenment of the Ministry Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru and made available to the newsmen today Wednesday, 26th June, 2024. The statement described the audio clip that is going viral in which unadentified persons and voice of a lady calling people with NCE certificate to submit their credentials to Kano State Library Board for teachers recruitment as untrue and misleading information.…
.… laments as Regulator (NMDPRA) continues to grant licences to import banned dirty diesel, jet fuel Vice President, Oil and Gas at Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Devakumar Edwin, has accused International Oil Companies (IOCs) in Nigeria of doing everything to frustrate the survival of Dangote Oil Refinery and Petrochemicals. Edwin said the IOCs are deliberately and wilfully frustrating the refinery’s efforts to buy local crude by jerking up high premium price above the market price, thereby forcing it to import crude from countries as far as United States, with its attendant high costs. Speaking to a group of Energy…
Ramatu Garba The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has advised Nigerians to exercise patience over the increase in food prices across the nation. The commission said that the Federal Government is making appropriate efforts to address the problem. The acting Executive Vice Chairman of the commission, Dr Adamu Ahmed-Abdullahi, gave the assurance during an interactive session with traders at Dawanau and Galadima Markets in Kano. He said the visit to the markets was to interact with traders to ascertain factors responsible for the continuous hike in food prices. He added that “the hike in food prices has been…
By Muzammil Dalhatu Yola The Vice Chancellor of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUST) Wudil, Professor Musa Tukur Yakasai, inaugurated the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the upcoming Zone E NUGA Preliminary Games on Monday, 24th June 2024, at his office. Professor Yakasai expressed his confidence in the LOC members, stating that they will uphold and promote the image of the University by organizing a successful tournament that will make the University proud. He emphasized the importance of forming the LOC to seek partnerships and sponsorships from individuals, private, and corporate organizations to ensure the success of the…
The Executive Governor of Katsina State, His Excellency, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda PhD CON receives a touching display of solidarity, today, as former Kaduna State Governor, Mal. Nasir El-Rufai, graced Katsina state with his presence. During the El-Rufai’s visit, the first stops were poignant visits to the Emirs of Daura and Katsina, Alhaji Faruk Umar Faruk and Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, offering heartfelt condolences for their recent losses. These gestures of empathy remind us of the shared humanity that transcends political boundaries. The distinguished visitor then paid a courtesy call to former President Muhammadu Buhari, a meeting that surely involved…
Ado Salisu Team Kano basketball team has expressed optimistic of making an impact in the on going National Milo basketball championship for secondary schools. The championship which was organized by Nigerian School Sports Federation NSSF and sponsors by Nestle Milo is currently taking place at the indoor sports hall of the national stadium Surulere, Lagos attracted nine states in attendance. Speaking with newsmen in Lagos, the director of sports in Kano state ministry of education and the leader of the contingent, Malam Ibrahim Bello said the Technica crew have mapped out strategy with a view to ensure the state excel…
By Muzammil Dalha Yola In a nail-biting encounter on sunday 23rd June, 2024 at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano, Kano Pillars FC defeated Lobi Stars 3-2 in the final matchday of the NPFL 23/24 season. Adam Musa, the 17-year-old sensation, stole the show with a match-winning performance, scoring two goals in the 31st and 47th minutes to clinch the SWAN Pop Cola Man of the Match award. Adam Musa’s impressive display capped off an outstanding debut season, where he netted 5 goals and provided 2 assists in just 13 matches. His potential and talent have left fans and scouts…
Ramatu Garba The Kano State Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has taken disciplinary actions against three magistrates and a registrar of the state High Court over misconduct. This is contained in a statement signed by the Spokesman of the Kano State Judiciary, Mr Baba Jibo-Ibrahim, on Monday in Kano. “The Judicial Service Commission at its 72nd meeting held on June 11, 2024, considered petitions against the three magistrates and one registrar in the state. “The magistrates are: Chief Magistrate Talatu Makama, Senior Magistrate Rabi Abdulkadir, Chief Magistrate Tijjani Saleh-Minjibir, and Senior Registrar Abdu Nasir. “These disciplinary actions underscore the Judicial Service…
By Abdulgafar Oladimeji Nigeria Football Federation, NFF has resort to seeking spiritual assistance to rescue the ailing world cup qualifying campaign , so far mounted by the Super Eagles. The president of the federation, Ibrahim Gusau has sent a passionate appeal to spiritual leaders to help the federation look up to heaven in search of redemption from the looming possibilities of Nigeria missing out from the next edition of the largest global football party. Recall that Nigeria failed to show up for the prestigious football party at the immediate past edition of the senior men’s world cup hosted in Qatar.…
Isyaku Ibrahim Kano State Government has been urged to step up effort in unveiling those behind the killing of a vigilante officer in Ja’en quarters of the metropolis Mukhtar Garba Abubakar alias MaiRangers The Commander of the Group Alhaji Shehu Muhaammad Rabiu, made the calll while interacting with newsmen Alhaji Shehu Muhaammad Rabiu who condemned the way and manner in which the volunteer was murdered, expressed delight that the deceased was undoubtedly a martyr as he loss his life while mediating two warring factions in the area He said the killed officer whose dead created a huge gap in their…
Ado Salisu This year’s national inter secondary schools Milo basketball finals will commence on Sunday at the indoor sports hall of the national stadium, Surulere, Lagos. The tournament final is expected to attract the host state Lagos, Kaduna, Kano, Gombe, Niger, Cross River, Oyo, Bayelsa and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Abuja. A statement signed by the president of the Nigerian School Sports Federation NSSF, Bisi Joseph said arrangements have been put in place towards the success of the championship. She called on the participant teams to exhibit sportsmanship in order to actualize it set objectives. Joseph assured that the…
Chairman of the Governing Board of the Federal University of Technology, Oye-Ekiti, Engineer Kayode Ojo has condemned the rising wave of insecurity and the unwarranred killings in Ekiti State, Speaking through his media aide, Deji Aiyelabowo in Ado-Ekiti, Engineer Ojo described the situation as senseless, scary, cruel and barbaric. He urged security agencies to do everything possible to fish out the real killers and make them to face the wrath of the law. The former All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in the State said the “seeming helplessness of the Police in crime control and prevention is worrisome ” He…
Isyaku Ibrahim Umuahia based Abia Warriors have thrashed out former champions Kano Pillars otherwise called Sai Masu Gida in the semi final of this year’s President Federation The team who had earlier defeated their opponents twice in the premier league this year secure the final ticket on thursday afternoon at Lafia city stadium in Nassarawa State North Central Nigeria a Watched by considerable spectators, the duel failed to produce winner at regulation time despite several incursions made by the teams to carry the day before full tine but proved abortive As usual the match officials ordered for penalty kicks in…
Our Correspondent Chief of Army Staff Lt General Taoreeq Lagbaja says the ties between the outfit and fourth estate of the realm will continue to be of Mutual benefit, trust and understanding Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja who was speaking at Nigerian Army Civic Second Quarter Media parley 2024 held in Kano emphasized that the existing rapport between the duo will by no means blossom and aside be smooth and cordial to all the partners The Army General thus, cautioned the members of the pen industry to guard against speculating news stories that will promote upheaval or misguide the larger population…
A Federal High Court in Kano has set aside all steps taken by Kano state government to repeal the Kano Emirates Council Law. The Kano House of Assembly had repealed the law after which Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf implemented it by dethroning Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero as Emir of Kano. The governor also reversed the creation of four emirates, Bichi, Rano Karaye and Gaya, by his predecessor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. The law was relied upon to re-appoint the 14th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, who was dethroned by Ganduje in 2020, as the 16th Emir of Kano. But…
Our Correspondent Governor Nasiru Idris of Kebbi State has distances himself from his colleagues that said they would not be able to pay Sixty thousand Naira National Minimum wage The Governor who was fielding questions from journalists said he was not aware of the issue let alone where it emanated hence disassociated himself He pointed out that being a unoinist he would always be part of them stressing that what the two finally dececided will be implemented in Kebbi The former president of Nigeria Union of Teachers maintained that he would continue to work closely with workers with a view…
Isyaku Ibrahim All is now set for the last four encounter in this year’s President Federation Cup involving Kano Pillars and Abia Warriors from Umuahia in Abia State The tie will hold at Lafia Township Stadium in Nassarawa State on Thursday the 20th of this month The game is expected to be explosive as all the sides are dearly in need of the cup so as to guard against being trophyless this season Pillars who eliminated Sunshine Stars to scale through to the final four, are eagerly waiting for the day with a view to paying the Abia State based…
Ramatu Garba Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf, of Kano State, has donated 12 cows and food items to inmates in all Custodial Centres in the state to celebrate Eid-el Kabir. Yusuf, who made the donation through the Chairperson of theState Committee for Prerogative of Mercy, Hajiya Azumi Namadi-Bebeji, said that the gesture would give the inmates a sense of belonging. He enjoined the inmates to be of good conduct and remain resilience as they pass through reformatory programmes. The governor commended the Nigerian Correctional Service for reforming, rehabilitating and reintegrating inmates. Mr Suleiman Inuwa, the Controller of the Nigeria Correctional Service in…
Ibrahim Abdullahi As Eid-el-Kabir festivity is being celebrated everywhere across the globe, Muslims have been reminded of the imperativeness of ensuring that their sacrificial meat is hygienically kept under good condition of health. The call was made by the Kano State Commissioner of Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf in his Sallah message issued from the Public Relations Unit of the ministry and made available to the men of the press. The Commissioner advised that the meat has to be properly cooked and fried, kept in clean and tidy containers as well and stored where fly and its likes couldn’t get…
Isyaku Ibrahim Barring any hitch Nigeria’s premier League Season is as good as being winded up this weekend Without much ado,thunderous adulation and salutation goes to the League Management Company for the marvelous and superb job they have done in ensuring the event is not belated as done during previous occasions when it was cut off prematurely due to time factor Beside that the man at the helm of affairs at the glass house that is Nigeria Football Federation Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau should also be commended for matching words with action if one could recall the promise he made while…
Abba Dukawa LAST year August the Federal Executive Council Inaugurated by President Tinubu at the ceremony he asked them not to disappoint Nigerians, and expect them to serve with Integrity, dignity and Competence to actualize the manifesto of the administration. As part of the administration marked its one year in office the President instructed 47 Ministers to present their performance scorecards. Most scorecards presented by the ministers to the public are not appreciable as a substantial percent of the ministers have failed to grasp their roles adequately, while a small percent have performed fairly. FCT minister performance was superlative as…