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The Wife of Niger Governor, Hajiya Fatima Bago, has launched a free medical outreach in the Edati community as part of efforts to improve healthcare access across the state. The three-day initiative is a collaboration between her office and the Graceland Healthcare Development Foundation, Kaduna. The governor’s wife, during the launch on Friday said the initiative would provide free surgeries, 1,000 reading glasses, medical consultations, essential medications, and health education to community members. She lauded the foundation for its noble effort, emphasising that the outreach would greatly enhance healthcare services for Niger’s people. The governor’s wife highlighted the importance of…

By Innocent Jonah Kalu The 2023 Nigerian general elections left many citizens disillusioned with the credibility of the electoral process, particularly due to the failure of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to upload presidential results to the IREV portal as promised. This lapse in technological reliability led many to call for the cancellation of the election, a demand that INEC ultimately ignored. As we edge closer to 2027, the lessons from the 2023 elections must not be ignored. If Nigeria is to build trust in its democratic processes, the government must address the systemic flaws that undermine electoral integrity.…

By Sani Danaudin The Fulani community in Nigeria has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene in the continued detention of Alhaji (Dr.) Abdullahi Bodejo Bello, the President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, who has been in custody since December 9, 2024. In an open letter signed by Amb. Mohammed Tasiu Suleiman, the National Public Relations Officer (PRO) of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore Fulani Sociocultural Association, the community expressed deep concern over the arrest and prolonged detention of their leader. They lamented that despite a court ruling on December 30, 2024, declaring his detention illegal and unconstitutional, he was…

By Charles Ibe – Abuja, Nigeria The federal government on Thursday announced significant changes in the top management of the Yakubu Gowon University (formerly University of Abuja) and several others across the country. President Tinubu dissolved the entire governing council of the University, and relieved Professor Aisha Maikudi of her duties as its Vice-Chancellor with immediate effect. In a press statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Senator Lanre Tejuoso was announced as the new Pro-Chancellor of the university, while Professor Lar Patricia Manko will serve as Acting Vice Chancellor for a…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced a major restructuring of leadership at several federal universities across Nigeria, signaling a shift towards enhanced governance and accountability in the country’s higher education sector. The sweeping changes, which take effect immediately, include the dissolution of governing councils, the appointment of new pro-chancellors, and the replacement of vice-chancellors at key institutions. One of the most notable changes is at the University of Abuja, which has been renamed Yakubu Gowon University. In a decisive move, President Tinubu dissolved the institution’s governing council and relieved Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi of her position as Vice-Chancellor. Senator Lanre…

By Charlse Ibe Abuja, Nigeria – February 6, 2025 A new chapter in Nigeria’s road infrastructure management has begun with the official launch of tolling operations on the newly upgraded 227.2km Abuja-Keffi-Akwanga-Makurdi Road. This landmark initiative, executed under the Highway Development and Management Initiative (HDMI), represents a shift towards sustainable road maintenance and development in Northcentral Nigeria. The Abuja-Makurdi highway, a major transportation corridor connecting the central and northern regions of the country, now operates a four-plaza toll system at Keffi, Akwanga, Lafia, and Makurdi. The toll charges vary based on vehicle categories: However, the federal government has provided a…

Dumne, Adamawa State – February 6, 2025 The Executive Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has reaffirmed his commitment to traditional leadership and cultural heritage as he officially presented the Staff of Office to His Royal Majesty, Gubo Johnson Diyo Matalo, as the first Gubo Yungur of Yungur Chiefdom. The historic ceremony took place in Dumne on February 6, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the recognition of the Yungur people’s traditional leadership. Governor Fintiri, in his address, described the occasion as a major achievement for the Yungur people and the state at large. He emphasized that…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire outbreak that claimed the lives of several pupils at an Islamic school in Kaura Namoda, Zamfara State, on Tuesday night. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his heartfelt condolences to the families, guardians, and loved ones of the victims. He also sympathized with the Zamfara State Government and the proprietors of the school, acknowledging the devastating impact of the incident. The President prayed for the quick recovery of those receiving medical treatment and emphasized the urgent need…

The University of Abuja (UniAbuja) took a bold step in championing literary excellence as it hosted a distinguished lineup of scholars for a roundtable conference on creative writing. The event featured renowned literary figures—Professor Dul Johnson, Professor Tanure Ojaide, and Professor Bode Ojoniyi—who delivered insightful discussions on poetry, drama, and prose. The conference, which brought together writers, scholars, and literary enthusiasts, provided a platform for engaging dialogues on the role of storytelling in shaping societies, influencing policies, and fostering national development. Presiding over the event was the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi, who not only chaired the discussions but also…

The Adamawa State Government is facing legal action over its recent creation of the Fufore Emirate in Fufore Local Government Area. The emirate, established through a bill passed by the State House of Assembly and signed into law by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, was among seven new emirates and chiefdoms created in December 2024 across different parts of the state. The lawsuit challenging the legality of the Fufore Emirate came to public attention on Wednesday, coinciding with the coronation ceremony of Alhaji Mohammad Sani Ahmadu Ribadu as the Emir of Fufore. The ceremony took place at the emirate headquarters in…