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June12: Economic, Security Challenges Not Insurmountable – Gov Sani
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June12: Economic, Security Challenges Not Insurmountable – Gov Sani

Aza Msue

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has said that since the return to democratic rule in 1999, Nigerians have taken significant steps forward, even as the citizens continue to confront new hurdles. Governor Sani said the country still faces economic and security challenges,…

Gov Mohammed Pledges Commitment To Democracy, Good Governance
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Gov Mohammed Pledges Commitment To Democracy, Good Governance

Kamal Ibrahim

Bauchi State governor Bala Mohammed has expressed continued support for democracy while marking 26 years of unbroken democratic governance in the country. The governor said this in a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mukhatar Gidado and made available to reporters in…

Jega Shop Owners Commend Kebbi Govt Over Highway Project, Compensation
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Jega Shop Owners Commend Kebbi Govt Over Highway Project, Compensation

Kabir Wurma

Shop owners along the highway project awarded by the Kebbi State government in Jega town under Jega local government area of the state have commended the state government for the project and the payment of compensation. Chairman of the association, Alhaji Boyi Zaito Jega made…

12 June: Buni Calls Yobe Indigenes Pillars Of Democracy
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12 June: Buni Calls Yobe Indigenes Pillars Of Democracy

Hussaini Jirgi

Yobe State governor, Mai Mala Buni has described the people of the state as true pillars of democracy for supporting government policies and programmes in the state. He stated this in commemoration of the Democracy Day celebration in Nigeria, saying that, the people’s support…

6 Killed, 30 Injured In Taraba Windstorm
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6 Killed, 30 Injured In Taraba Windstorm

John Mkom

No fewer than six persons were reported to have been killed while several others numbering over 30 have been injured by a devastating windstorm at Garba-Chede in the Gasol local government area of Taraba State. According to a resident of the area, Mr. Alphonsus Nweeka, the…

#TakeitBack Protest Suspended In Bauchi Amid Heavy Security Presence
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#TakeitBack Protest Suspended In Bauchi Amid Heavy Security Presence

Kamal Ibrahim

The TakeitBack Movement in Bauchi State has suspended its planned protest, citing security concerns and the risk of infiltration. The movement’s leader, Nazif Nuhu, disclosed yesterday that the decision followed consultations with security agencies, which raised alarms over…

NSPF Donates Food Items To Mokwa Flood  Victims
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NSPF Donates Food Items To Mokwa Flood Victims

Abu Nmodu

The North South Power Foundation (NSPF) in charge of Shiroro Hydro Power Dam has donated food items to victims of the recent flood disaster in Mokwa, Niger State. The consultant on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Mr Hassan Abdullahi, led the delegation to hand over the…

Puzzle Craft Gains Traction In Public Relations Field
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Puzzle Craft Gains Traction In Public Relations Field

Samson Elijah

Puzzle Craft PR & Communications, a newly established public relations and communications firm, has officially commenced operations in Abuja. The launch event, held in Garki Area 1, Abuja, featured the unveiling of the company’s leadership team and an overview of its service…

Ex-Presidential Aspirant Blasts Peter Obi Over Labour Party Crisis
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Ex-Presidential Aspirant Blasts Peter Obi Over Labour Party Crisis

Paul Uwadima

In a fiery press statement released on Democracy Day, former Labour Party presidential aspirant and founder of the Rescue Movement for New Nigeria, Faduri Oluwadare Joseph — popularly known as Fadojoe — launched a scathing attack on Mr Peter Obi, accusing him of being the…

Democracy Should Deliver, Not Just Elections – Sen Natasha
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Democracy Should Deliver, Not Just Elections – Sen Natasha

Samson Elijah

The senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has called for a redefinition of democracy that goes beyond the periodic exercise of voting to deliver concrete development, uphold justice, and protect the dignity of all citizens. In a statement issued on…

FG Seeks Partnership To Boost Nigeria’s Tourism Sector
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FG Seeks Partnership To Boost Nigeria’s Tourism Sector

Affa Acho

To unlock Nigeria’s vast tourism industry potential, the federal government has called for increased collaboration between the public and private sectors to drive growth, investment, and sustainable development in the country’s tourism sector. President Bola Tinubu made the…

Group Celebrates Sallah In Traditional Way
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Group Celebrates Sallah In Traditional Way

IDRIS ALIYU DAUDAWA

The Garki Hausa Youth Development Association traditionally celebrated Sallah for a second time in a traditional way. The event was held last Sunday at the Garki football field followed the community’s establishment about 177 years ago. In his welcoming address, the community…

National Assembly Gradually Becoming Shadow Of Itself – Saraki
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National Assembly Gradually Becoming Shadow Of Itself – Saraki

Chibuzo Ukaibe

Former Senate President Abubakar Bukola Saraki has said the National Assembly is gradually becoming a shadow of itself. Saraki, however, called for a conscious effort to make the legislative institution strong and vibrant. His remarks were an excerpt from a speech he was to…

Insecurity: Alia Slams Religious Leaders For Unguided Utterances
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Insecurity: Alia Slams Religious Leaders For Unguided Utterances

Hembadoon Orsar

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has warned some religious leaders, whom he described as religious bandits, to caution themselves against making unguided utterances about the security situation in the State without adequate facts to back their claims. Governor Alia further…

Nigeria Won’t Follow Africa’s Slide Into Military Rule – Akume
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Nigeria Won’t Follow Africa’s Slide Into Military Rule – Akume

Jonathan Nda-Isaiah

Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has declared that Nigeria will not join the growing list of African nations experiencing democratic backsliding and military coups. Speaking at the public lecture commemorating Nigeria’s 26th Democracy…

Yusuf’s Govt Yet To Secure New Loan – Debt Office
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Yusuf’s Govt Yet To Secure New Loan – Debt Office

LONGTONG IBRAHIM

The Kano State Government has denied claims that it secured a new external loan of $6.6 million under the current New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) administration. In a strongly worded statement issued on Thursday, the director general of the Kano State Public Debt Management…