In 2023, a young man named Awwalu Salisu from Kano did something really amazing. He found a big amount of money, 15 million Naira, left behind in his tricycle by a businessman from Chad. This happened when the businessman came to Kano to buy things. Awwalu Salisu is just 22 years old and he lives in Yankaba, a place in Nasarawa Local Government Area. He heard about the money through a radio announcement and decided to return it to its owner. This act of honesty caught a lot of people’s attention. Because of his honesty, a politician named Peter Obi,…
Author: Hassan Haruna
The Nigerian Army killed a dreaded terrorist leader named Maikusa. He was the second most important person in a group of terrorists in Katsina state. Their main leader is called Modi Modi. The soldiers shot and killed Maikusa and three other terrorists on Monday, March 4, 2024. This happened during a big fight in Kurfi and Safana, two places in Katsina State. The soldiers were trying to stop the terrorists. The fight was very hard. The terrorists fought back a lot, but the soldiers were stronger and better armed. Some terrorists got killed, and others ran away. After the fight,…
The Borno State government, along with a non-profit organization called ‘I Concept Dot Net,’ is working together to educate people about the child protection law. They want to make sure everyone in the state understands this law and follows it. At a meeting held at the Unimaid Conference Centre in Maiduguri, the commissioner of justice, Barrister Hauwa Abubakar, explained that Borno State has passed more than 30 laws to protect children. The goal of the meeting was to talk to journalists about how they can help spread the word about these laws to everyone in the state. Abubakar said that…
In a remarkable show of togetherness, Christian leaders in Northern Nigeria have teamed up with Muslim counterparts worldwide to support the reinstatement of Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa as the head of the Hisbah Board in Kano. Pastor Dr. Yohanna Buru, a highly respected Christian leader and the General Overseer of Christ Evangelical and Life Intervention Ministry in Kaduna State, Northwest Nigeria, has expressed his backing for the movement advocating for Sheikh Aminu Daurawa’s return to his leadership position in Kano. Pastor Buru said, “We, as Christians, support your efforts to protect children from adopting harmful cultural practices on social media.…
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, recently talked about the tough times Nigerians are facing. He pointed fingers at the previous government led by President Muhammadu Buhari, saying it’s to blame for the economic struggles. At an event where he swore in 22 Special Advisers and heads of government agencies, Governor Mutfwang said that President Bola Tinubu inherited a struggling economy from Buhari. He mentioned how the country printed a lot of money and sold future oil reserves, leading to a weak economy. This has caused problems like the fall of the naira and food shortages, with riots breaking out in…
The head officer in charge of safety on the roads in Kaduna State, Kabir Nadabo, said that 12 people died and 28 were hurt in a crash on the road between Zaria and Kano. This happened at a place called Tashar Yari village at 7:36 in the morning on Monday. The big truck involved in the crash was going to Kano when the bad thing happened. Nadabo said that the reason for the crash was that the driver tried to pass another vehicle in the wrong way, was going too fast, and had too much stuff on the truck, which…
Kano State government said it’s ready to give Falgore Game Reserve to the federal government to take care of properly. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf talked about this during the Wildlife Day celebration in Kano. He said there’s a committee to figure out the details. The governor wasn’t there but his Culture and Tourism Commissioner, Ladidi Garko, spoke for him. They chose the State Secretary of Government, Dr. Abdullahi Bappa Bichi, to lead the committee. When Governor Yusuf started his job, he saw issues with the game reserve, like people taking over parts of it for farming and grazing. he made…
Many people gathered at the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) Gigiring Jos to honor Mr. Sylvanus Namang, who was killed by unknown gunmen two weeks ago. Senator Simon Bako Lalong spoke at the service, praising Mr. Namang for his courage and dedication to truth, justice, and fairness. He also expressed concern about the increasing violence against politicians in Plateau, citing Mr. Namang’s death and the recent killing of Hon. Sunday Muchen. Senator Lalong urged Governor Caleb Mutfwang to address this issue and ensure the safety of the state. He also called for the swearing-in of House of Assembly Members…
On Sunday, some troublemakers broke into a government storage place in Gwagwa town, located in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). They stole food that was stored there. Some people who live there said that young people broke into the warehouse around 7 am and took bags of maize and grain. This stealing went on without anyone stopping it until 9 am when someone talked to a reporter. One resident, Jaafar Aminu, said that many people from Gwagwa, Jiwa, and Karmo towns went to the warehouse to also take things. Because of this, the road from Gwagwa to Karmo got very…
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, spoke about the importance of lawmakers, who are people elected to make laws, to do their job well. He said that if they do their job properly, Nigeria, which is the country they work for, will become better. He said this during an event at Bayero University, Kano, where they gave special awards to some important people. Akpabio praised Senator Barau Jibrin and Dr. Akinwumi Adesina for their good work. He said they have helped their communities and the country as a whole. He mentioned that Senator Barau has done a lot to help…
Nigeria has a big problem with electricity. The government says more than 100 million people in Nigeria don’t have good electricity, even though the government spent a lot of money, over N5 trillion, to try to fix it in the past few years. Olu Verhejen, who advises President Bola Tinubu on energy, said that having good electricity is important for the country’s economy to grow. But because electricity is not reliable, it’s hard for businesses to work well and make money. The government is trying to fix the main problems so that more people can have electricity. A group of…
Multiple attacks believed to be carried out by suspected Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters have resulted in the deaths of at least three individuals in Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State. Sources indicate that two members of the vigilante group lost their lives due to landmines during a clearance operation conducted by troops in the western part of Damboa on Thursday. A security source revealed that civilians riding motorcycles accidentally triggered improvised explosive devices, resulting in the immediate deaths of two individuals. The deceased were transported to Damboa town for Islamic funeral rites. “We lost two…
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has shared news about a donation from the Government of Ukraine. They’ve given 25,000 tons of wheat to help 1.3 million people in northeast Nigeria who are facing a crisis. This donation is part of Ukraine’s “Grain from Ukraine” initiative started by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. It’s very important because in Nigeria, the prices of basic foods like wheat have gone up, making it hard for many families to afford meals. The wheat was transported from Ukraine to Nigeria with the help of several countries: the United Kingdom, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Luxembourg, Norway,…
Around 40 gunmen went to Kawu Community in the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). They took 23 people, including a man named Alhaji Alhassan Sidi Kawu, a former chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the area. The kidnapping happened early on Thursday. Kawu Community is close to Kaduna and Niger states. The gunmen came from the Kuyeri Forest in Kaduna State. Deputy Speaker Abdulmumini Zakari said the gunmen split into different groups. Some went to the District Head’s palace and took his son, Lukman, and his wife. Others went to Alhaji Alhassan Sidi Kawu’s place.…
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), a group representing students across the country, is calling on the government to create a Price Control Board. This board would be responsible for regulating the prices of goods and services in order to address the issue of rising prices that is affecting the people of Nigeria. NANS believes that establishing such a board would help to stabilize prices and make essential items more affordable for the citizens. They argue that by implementing price controls, the government can protect consumers from exploitation and ensure that everyone has access to the basic necessities of…
The Gombe State government shared that six people died from cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM) out of 95 people they suspected had it in the state. They noticed cases of the disease in Nafada and Funakaye Local Government Areas. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Habu Dahiru, talked about this during a news conference in Gombe on Thursday. He said they sent a medical team to Nafada after hearing about cases with symptoms like CSM. Out of the 95 people they admitted to the hospital, they took samples from 29. Only two of these samples from Funakaye LGA tested positive for CSM. They…
The House of Representatives asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to do something about the recent report from the United Nations about the security problems in parts of Katsina State. The report said there are 24 groups of terrorists in about 30 forests in the North-West region of Nigeria. This decision was made after a discussion led by Hon. Aliyu Abubakar. He said that for a long time, the North-Western States, especially Katsina State, have been dealing with bandit attacks. He mentioned that 23 out of the 34 areas in Katsina State have been directly attacked. Hon. Abubakar talked about the…
Benue State is having a problem with a sickness called Lassa fever. It has made nine people die in the last two months. The state’s health expert, Dr. Sam Ngishe, told reporters about this on Thursday. He said that some of the people who died were living in places called Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps. Dr. Ngishe explained that there are many rats in the IDP camps. These rats can spread the sickness. He said if the rats are in the camps, they need to work hard to stop more people from getting sick. So far, 46 people, including health…
The Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reconsider merging the Army University, Biu, with the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna. The President approved implementing the Oronsaye report, which suggests merging various government agencies, including the Army University, Biu, with the NDA Kaduna. Governor Zulum appreciates the initiative but emphasizes the importance of the Army University for Borno State and the Northeast, given the region’s education challenges due to ongoing crises. He suggests maintaining the university’s autonomy or transforming it into a conventional university under the Federal Ministry of Education. Governor Zulum highlights the…
Borno State, has made a decision to distribute a sum of 2.1 billion naira immediately. This money is earmarked for the purpose of compensating workers for their annual leave entitlements and ensuring that retirees receive the funds they are owed upon concluding their employment. The decision reflects the state government’s commitment to prioritizing the financial well-being of its workforce, both active employees and those transitioning into retirement. By disbursing these funds promptly, the state aims to alleviate any financial burdens faced by its workers and retirees, thereby contributing to their overall welfare and stability. The Head of Service in Borno,…
Mrs. Hannatu Musa sells something called “awara” in Bwari Area Council, FCT. She says more people are buying “awara” instead of meat because meat is too expensive. “Awara” is like tofu, made from soybeans, which is very healthy and has lots of vitamins. It’s popular in the north and many people like it because it’s healthy and tastes good. Mrs. Musa has noticed more people buying “awara” lately, especially those who don’t eat much meat. They like it because it has protein like meat but costs less. Some even use it in soups and stews instead of meat. The snack…
The police in Benue State found a place where people were making guns in Kwande Local Government Area. They caught some people who were making guns. The police commissioner, Emmanuel Adesina, told reporters about this on Wednesday in Makurdi. He said on February 7, 2024, they arrested a man named Precious Ebuka Chukwu from Onitsa, Anambra State, in Agu, Vandeikya. When they searched him, they found three homemade guns. They also arrested his suppliers, Tyav Wuese and Tyav Terkuma, who are blacksmiths in Adikpo, Kwande Local Government Area. The commissioner also said on February 21, 2024, a man named George…
The Director of Corps Mobilisation at the NYSC Headquarters in Abuja, Hajia Walida Isah Siddique, spoke to the 2024 Batch “A” Stream I Corps Members during their Orientation course at the NYSC Temporary Orientation Camp in Gombe State. She encouraged them to embrace their assigned states and Places of Primary Assignment (PPA) positively and serve with dedication to contribute to national unity and development. Hajia Siddique emphasized that the Orientation course aims to change negative attitudes and groom capable youth to help the nation. She urged them to actively engage in all camp activities and understand the objectives of the…
In a match for the Nigeria Premier Football League, Lobi Stars lost 2-0 to Sunshine Stars. This game happened at Ondo Sports Complex, Akure, on Wednesday. Despite this loss, Lobi Stars still stay at the top of the NPFL table. Vincent Temitope and Chidozie Iwundu scored the goals for Sunshine Stars. Another match saw Remo Stars facing Rangers in Enugu. Remo Stars lost 1-0, and this caused them to drop to fourth position on the table. Kenechukwu Agu scored the only goal of the game in the 56th minute. Plateau United played against Heartland at the Awka City Stadium and…
Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum recently began a program to give food to families who need it in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council and Jere Local Government Area. The goal is to help people who are struggling because food prices keep going up. Governor Zulum started the distribution at the Maiduguri Sports Centre by giving out bags of rice and maize to 100,000 households. After starting the distribution, Governor Zulum talked to reporters. He said it’s important to keep helping people who are having a hard time. He promised to keep focusing on helping people, especially those who suffer because of…
The Senate called for the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and the Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igwe, to come and talk to them about the increased violence in the area. This happened because Senator Ned Nwoko, from Delta North, said his senior aide, Barrister Chris Agidy, was kidnapped and killed in Galadimawa last year. Wike and Igwe have to go to the Senate at a later date, which will be arranged by the Senate Clerk, Chinedu Akubueze. The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, said they will meet behind closed doors. They want to know what…
Mohammed Garba Isimbabi, who represents the Toto/Gadabuke area in the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, reported that a militia group from the Bassa ethnic group has killed three soldiers in the Katakpa community of Toto Local Government Area. They also killed the village head, Abubakar Sadiq, and several others, and destroyed many homes and belongings. Isimbabi raised this urgent matter during a session of the House in Lafia. He urged the state government to establish a military base in Katakpa to prevent such tragic events from happening again. Isimbabi explained that the violence in Katakpa has been ongoing for nearly…
The Deputy Governor of Bauchi State, Mohammed Auwal Jatau, spoke recently about how the current administration led by Governor Bala Mohammed is dedicated to helping the people of the state. He was talking to the State Chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and his team during a peaceful protest at the Bauchi Government House. “I am here on behalf of my principal, His Excellency, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, the Executive Governor of Bauchi state to receive you on your nationwide protest.” ” Your peaceful protest resonates with the concerns of every Nigerian facing the hardships and challenges that have…
In light of concerns about putting Steve Oronsaye’s report into action, Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, has explained the government’s position. There’s worry that Tinubu’s directive to implement Oronsaye’s report could affect many workers in the abolished and combined agencies. However, Idris reassured that the government doesn’t plan to lay off workers. He said the merging of certain agencies is aimed at making the civil service more efficient and cutting costs. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, Idris talked about why the government wants to reorganize departments and agencies. He said, “Looking at Steve Oronsaye’s…
The Senate has said yes to President Bola Tinubu’s request to fire Babatunde Irukera, who was the head of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). In a letter read out by the Senate President, GodsWill Akpabio, Tinubu explained that he wanted to remove Irukera because he thought he wasn’t doing his job well. According to the FCCPC Act, the President needs the National Assembly’s approval to let go of someone like Irukera from his position. This isn’t the first time Tinubu has removed someone from their job. Back in January, he also fired Alexander Okoh, who was the…
