The Peoples Democratic Party has extended condolences to the people of Sokoto State following the tragic deaths and injuries resulting from an accidental airstrike allegedly conducted by the military. The incident, which occurred in Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa villages of Silame Local Government Area, claimed the lives of several civilians and livestock while devastating homes and food silos. Reports indicated that on December 25, a fighter jet targeting Lakurawa terrorists mistakenly dropped explosives on residential areas, causing significant casualties and destruction. While the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) pledged to carry out a thorough investigation, NAF spokesperson, Air Vice Marshal Olusola…
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The Kano State Government has unveiled a five-year multi-sectoral investment strategic plan toward wooing local and foreign investors into the state. The objective, according to a statement on Sunday issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sanusi Bature, is to woo investors to invest heavily in key economic sectors toward boosting the state’s economy and provide revenue for the government to facilitate the execution of developmental projects. The Director-General of Kano State Investment Promotion Agency (Kan-Invest), Muhammad Naziru Halliru, made the disclosure while addressing newsmen in Kano. According to Halliru, the plans are to invite investors to invest in the areas of…
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Prince Mahe AbdulKadir, the Chief of Staff to the Kwara State Governor and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. AbdulKadir reportedly passed away in the early hours of Saturday at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital. In a condolence message issued on Saturday in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, Abiodun described the death of the Chief of Staff as painful, noting that it represents a significant loss to the Kwara State Executive Council. He emphasised that AbdulKadir’s passing is also a considerable loss to hisimmediate…
Brexit figurehead Nigel Farage who is the leader of Reform UK, demanded an apology on Friday from his Conservative counterpart, Kemi Badenoch, after she derided claims that his upstart party now has more members than the Tories. Farage announced Thursday that Reform had surpassed Kemi Badenoch’s Conservatives in memberships, hailing it as a “historic moment” and branding his anti-immigration party “the real opposition.” Badenoch, who has led the Tories since early November 2025, promptly rejected the claim. The leader of Britain’s official opposition, after it came a distant second in July’s general election, accused Farage of “fakery.” She argued the…
The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has dismissed claims by former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, that he would significantly reduce the APC’s votes in the state during the 2027 elections. In a statement on Thursday, the state APC Chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, described Kwankwaso’s assertion as laughable and called on him to focus on reclaiming his membership in the New Nigeria Peoples Party, from which he was reportedly ousted. Abbas branded Kwankwaso a “political refugee,” accusing him of latching onto the state governor, Abba Yusuf, in a desperate bid to remain relevant in Nigerian politics. “We…
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday congratulated the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, on his 75th birthday on December 25. Tinubu commended Ganduje for his leadership, dedication, and contributions to the development of Kano State and Nigeria, Mr Bayo Onanuga, his spokesman, said in a Wednesday statement. The President acknowledged Ganduje’s exemplary stewardship as National Chairman, which had led to electoral victories. He noted that Ganduje and his team’s efforts continued to strengthen and unify the party, driving it toward national development goals. Expressing gratitude for Ganduje’s policy suggestions, support and dedication, Tinubu encouraged him to…
The All Progressives Congress on Monday slammed the Peoples Democratic Party for allegedly politicising the recent stampedes that claimed many lives in Ibadan, Oyo State; Abuja; and Anambra during food distribution events. The warning was issued in a statement in Abuja by the APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka. Morka was responding to Sunday’s accusation by the opposition PDP, which described the tragic incidents as a “testament to the alarming level of misery, poverty, starvation, and desperation for survival” under President Bola Tinubu’s APC-led government. In its reaction, the ruling party expressed astonishment that, during a time of national mourning,…
The Kano State Police Command said it has in liaison with other security agencies put in place adequate security to ensure the security of life and property before, during, and after the celebrations. The State Commissioner of Police, Salman Dogo Garba, gave the assurance in a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Haruna Abdullahi on Monday. “In a lecture held today (Monday) at the Police Officers’ Mess Conference Hall, the Commissioner of Police directed all Departmental Heads, Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, Tactical Commanders, and other Supervising Officers to ensure adequate security at worshipping centres and recreational…
National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, South East, Dr Ijeomah Arodiogbu, speaks with DANIEL AYANTOYE on the controversy trailing the appointment of the board and management of the South East Development Commission and the insinuation that the Igbo are being marginalised by the President Bola Tinubu administration You recently wrote a letter to President Bola Tinubu expressing concern over the composition and management of the South East Development Commission. Could you provide an update on the matter? There is much misplaced information on the South East Development Commission issue. First, the people linked to having sponsored the bill…
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has dismissed speculations surrounding the recent cabinet reshuffle, describing the decision as a strategic move made in good faith and in the best interest of the state. The reshuffle, which affected the Chief of Staff, the Secretary to the State Government, and five commissioners, has sparked political debates. However, addressing journalists during the state executive council meeting on Wednesday at the Government House, Yusuf refuted claims that the shake-up was politically motivated. In a statement issued by his spokesman, Sanusi Bature, the governor clarified that the changes were aimed at reinvigorating his administration to deliver…