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By Umaru Kafama Thingin In the heart of Nigeria’s evolving real estate sector, one company is reshaping the future by merging sustainability with innovation: Kafansy Mega Gateway Property Limited. Under the leadership of its CEO, Kafama T. Umaru, the firm has positioned itself as a driving force behind eco-friendly development, urban renewal, and affordable housing solutions that respond to the country’s complex urban and environmental challenges. “What drives my passion for eco-friendly developments is the belief that the spaces we build today must serve both people and the planet tomorrow,” said Kafama T. Umaru. “I’ve always been drawn to the…
In a rapidly evolving real estate landscape, innovative leaders are redefining the way we think about development, sustainability, and community building. One such visionary is Kafama T. Umaru, CEO of Kafansy Mega Gateway Property Limited, a pioneering real estate company that’s pushing the boundaries of eco-friendly development, smart cities, and affordable housing. In this insightful interview with The North journals Aminu Adamu, Umaru Kafama Thingin, the Chief Executive Officer of Kafansy mega Gatway Property Limited shares his perspectives on the future of real estate, the importance of sustainability, and the company’s commitment to excellence and innovation. Let’s dive into his…
Jimeta, Yola The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a police officer and two vigilante members for alleged assault and misconduct following the circulation of a viral video that sparked outrage across social media platforms. Inspector Ibrahim Usman, attached to the Divisional Police Headquarters in Jimeta, along with Papa Andema and Lele Audu, members of a local vigilante group, were taken into custody on Monday after being identified in a disturbing video allegedly assaulting a tricyclist. The incident, which unfolded in Jimeta, drew widespread condemnation and calls for justice from the public. In an official statement signed by the Police…
In a dramatic turn of events, the Benue State Local Government Elections Petition Tribunal, sitting at the NBA House in Abuja, on Sunday nullified the election of Melvin Ejeh as Executive Chairman of Agatu Local Government Area. Delivering its verdict, the tribunal declared Napoleon Otache as the duly elected chairman, overturning the previous result of the contentious local government poll held in Agatu, one of Benue State’s 23 local councils. The decision followed a petition filed against Ejeh’s election, challenging the credibility and outcome of the poll. The tribunal, after reviewing the evidence and arguments presented, ruled in favor of…
By Aminu Adamu Agatu, Benue State Tension is mounting in Agatu Local Government Area following a controversial judgment by the Benue State Local Government Elections Petition Tribunal, which nullified the election of Hon. Melvin James Ejeh as Chairman and declared Napoleon Otache the duly elected occupant of the seat. The ruling, delivered in early April, has stirred a wave of disappointment among local residents and peace advocates who credit Hon. Ejeh with spearheading a remarkable reconciliation effort between the Agatu and Fulani communities—a conflict that left thousands dead and displaced over the years. In an open letter titled “Dear People…
Washington, D.C. – April 13, 2025 In a landmark ruling that could have major political reverberations in Nigeria and beyond, a U.S. District Court has ordered the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to release sealed investigative files linked to Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s alleged involvement in a 1990s drug trafficking probe. The decision, handed down earlier this week by Judge Beryl Howell, stems from a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit filed by American journalist and transparency advocate Aaron Greenspan. In her ruling, Judge Howell emphasized that the public’s right to know outweighs…
By Mala Abdulazeez The Fika Emirate Council, led by the Emir of Fika and Chairman of the Yobe State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Dr. Muhammad Abali Ibn Mohammed Idrissa, has turbaned six individuals with traditional titles. In a colourful ceremony held at the Emir’s palace in Potiskum, the Emir stated that the appointments were based on merit, trustworthiness, service to humanity, and contributions to the development of the Emirate and Yobe State. The Royal Father urged the new titleholders to be good ambassadors for the Emirate, the state, and Nigeria. In his keynote address, the Chairman, organizing committee, Alhaji…
“This draconian sentence is a gross violation of Hamadiyya’s rights to freedom of expression, dignity, and liberty, as outlined in the Nigerian Constitution and international human rights treaties to which Nigeria is a signatory. The right to speak out against insecurity should be safeguarded, not criminalized.” The Leeway Peace and Human Rights Initiative has issued an urgent appeal to the Honorable Governor of Sokoto State, the Chief Judge, the Attorney General, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Sokoto, and various human rights organizations, demanding the immediate release of 18-year-old Hamadiyya. The young woman has been unjustly sentenced to 12…
The group stated that the only recognized body with the authority to represent the Etche ethnic nationality is the Ogbakor Etche Sociocultural Organization Worldwide.
The North Journals, an emerging independent media platform, has announced a nationwide call for volunteer contributors as it expands its commitment to community-centered journalism and research-driven storytelling. In a statement released this week, the platform invited writers, researchers, student journalists, community reporters, columnists, and academic scholars to join its growing network of contributors. The initiative is aimed at amplifying underrepresented voices and uncovering untold stories from communities across Nigeria. “We believe journalism should reflect the realities, concerns, and aspirations of the communities it serves,” said Aminu Adamu, Managing Editor of The North Journals. “This is a unique opportunity for writers…