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The Kebbi State Governor, His Excellency, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has expressed the readiness of his administration to improving the stranded of sporting activities in the state. He made this known at the final of Annual Football Compatation sponsored by the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the governor, Alhaji Ahmed Idris held at Baura Quarter in Birnin Kebbi. The final match was between Ribadu Football Club and Dangidigi Football Club. The governor, who was represented by Abubakar Ribadu Kalgo, appreciated the organisers of the competition for their foresight and determination to foster unity amongst the youth. This, according…

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago is part of Federal Government’s delegation at the 17th edition of the BRICS Summit holding in Brazil’s capital Rio De Janeiro. Governor Umaru Bago along with some selected Governors and Ministers form part of Nigeria’s delegation led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the two day event. Governor Bago will use the opportunity to seek international collaborations in various sectors and woo investors to the State. At the summit, President Tinubu is expected to deliver an address during a plenary session where he will be highlighting Nigeria’s ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning its economy…

By Adakole Elijah, PhD The illustrious name of David Mark resonates with profound reverence not only within the verdant borders of Benue State but also across the vast expanse of Nigeria. Like a colossal titan, he was venerated and adored by his people, who, in a testament to their unwavering devotion, catapulted him to the hallowed halls of the Senate for a record-breaking five consecutive terms. This phenomenal feat was a testament to the unshakeable faith and confidence reposed in him by his constituents. Throughout his illustrious tenure, Senator Mark Benue South Senatorial District was transformed into a veritable hub…

Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has donated food items to survivors of the recent flood disaster in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. While presenting the relief materials at the Office of the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba, the CAN President, His Eminence Archbishop Daniel Okoh, expressed deep sorrow over the magnitude of destruction caused by the flood, adding that “we share in the pain it has inflicted on the affected communities.” Represented by the CAN Vice President, Rev. Dr. Stephen Baba Panya, called on various groups and governments to see the tragic incident as a reminder of “our…

Niger State Governor, farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago has re affirmed that his administration will continue to give women the opportunity to be part of governance. He disclosed this when he received members of Wushishi Women Progressives Forum who paid him a courtesy visit at the Government House Minna. Governor Bago described women as hardworking and highly disciplined, adding that women were instrumental to his emergence as Governor and emphasized that he will continue to carry them along in governance. The Governor said the promise he made to give all Vice Chairperson positions in all the 25 Local Government Areas to…

Niger State Governor, Governor Mohammed Umaru has revealed that the State government will establish a Fruits market in Minna to boost the agro industry and attain socio-economic growth as well as reduce poverty in both rural and urban areas of the state The Governor stated this when he received members of Niger State Fruit Sellers Association at the Government House Minna. Governor Umaru Bago reiterated his administration’s commitment to the agricultural explaining that the Fruit market will help in driving the agricultural revolution of the State. Governor Bago appreciated the Association for the gesture of giving him three thousand Orange…

By Rotmwa Kassam Paulina A High Court sitting in Jos, Plateau State, has sentenced a final-year student of Government Science Technical College, Bukuru, Jos South Local Government Area, to death by hanging for the murder of a teacher. The student, identified as Odey Emmanuel, was convicted of culpable homicide punishable with death, contrary to Sections 188 and 189 of the Penal Code Law of Plateau State, 2017, in Charge No. PLD/J178C/2021. Presiding over the case, Hon. Justice S J Bakfur held that the prosecution, led by the Plateau State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Philemon Audu Daffi, Esq., represented by…

The Executive Chairman, Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Alhaji Faruk Musa Yaro-Enabo has attributed the successes recorded in the recently concluded 2025 Hajj exercise to the holistic support enjoyed from His Excellency, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris. He made this known at a luncheon organised for stakeholders in the conduct of the pilgrimage, in Birnin Kebbi, on Wednesday, to round-off the 2025 Hajj operation. The executive chairman said the agency is the proud recipient of eight different awards from Saudi Arabian Agencies and government, for the best Hajj arrangements in the just concluded 2025 Hajj exercise. The awards include; best performance…

National Broadcasting Commission NBC, has sympathised with the management and staff of Prestige FM Radio Minna over collapse of its mast as a result of heavy rain windstorm. The NBC State Officer, Hussaina Ibrahim and her team who paid a sympathy visit to the station in Minna, described the incident as very unfortunate and commended the station for its programmes. She said the rainstorm which caused the mask collapse has brought a setback to the station and prayed that such disaster did not reoccur. Hussaina Ibrahim assured the station of commission’s continuous partnership to ensure effective and efficient service delivery…

In a significant stride towards regional integration and digital empowerment, the Governments of Niger and Nasarawa States have officially launched a collaborative initiative called NINATECH, a Smart Skills Development Programme aimed at equipping at least 10,000 citizens across both states with advanced digital skills by 2027. The partnership was formed from shared aspirations between the Ministry of Communications Technology and Digital Economy, Niger State, led by Honourable Commissioner Suleiman Isah, and the Nasarawa State Information Technology and Digital Economy Agency (NASITDEA), under the leadership of Director General Haruna Sani Sani. This historic alliance follows the establishment of NASITDEA two years…