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The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has urged Nigerians to be hopeful, determined and confident that things would work well in the year 2025. The governor stated this in a New Year message to the good people of Kebbi State as they usher-in another year on Wednesday. He encouraged the people to consider the new year as a year of economic revival, which with collective support and cooperation from all would be achieved. Gov. Idris advised the people to collectively and individually pray for the leaders to enable them fix the challenges bedeviling the nation. “As…

As Nigerians are filled with the euphoria of new year festivities, there is the need for them to remain optimistic on the unity and progress of the country, embrace peaceful coexistence, partake in consistent prayers and most importantly believe in the country Developed countries all the world faced turbulences such as civil wars, insecurity and other sicio-econonic predicaments but in the end prospered due to the country’s men and women commitment, love, prayers and endurance in such crisis Nigeria’s problems despite being difficult, painful and precarious will certainly become a thing of the past, Nigerians will surely reap positively from…

Niger State Government says more dividends of democracy will come the way of Nigerlites in 2025 This assurances came from some executive council members of the State Government who were in attendance at the cross over night organized by the State Government and held at the open space of the Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi International Conference Centre Minna. The Commissioner for Information Binta Mamman, Commissioner for Environment Yakubu Kolo and that of Local Government & Chieftaincy Affairs Hamidu Jantabo all reassured Nigerlites that the administration of Governor Bago remains determined to better their lives. They all appealed for calm and…

Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago celebrates the Emir of Kagara Ahmad Garba Gunna as he turns 50. In a birthday message by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the Governor describes the celebrant as a vibrant Emir, who has made numerous selfless sacrifices to ensure peace is restored to his Emirate. He acknowledges the contributions of the Emir not only to the growth and development of Kagara Emirate, but the State as a whole The Governor observes that the Emir has done so well in upholding the cultural heritage of the Emirate and the stool of his forefathers. He also commends…

As we stand at the threshold of a new year, the Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman has felicitated with the people of the State and Nigerians at large on the joyous occasion marking the entry of 2025. The SSG in his New Year message stated that the dawn of 2025 presents Nigerlites with a fresh canvas of opportunities, hope, and boundless potential for collective progress and development. Alhaji Usman acknowledged the resilience, strength, and unity that have characterized our journey through the past year. Despite the challenges we have faced, the people of the…

The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, has inaugurated the Governing Board of Kebbi State Investment Promotion Agency (KIPA). Inaugurating the Board on Tuesday at the Council Chamber, Government House, Birnin Kebbi, Gov. Idris said the aim was to streamline effective management process in promoting investment development in the state. The governor charged the committee members to be dedicated to their responsibilities and ensure successful implementation of all outlined requirements. “I am happy today because this is part of my administration’s mission and vision in fulfilling my goals by expanding the economy and internally generated revenue (IGR) of the…

The management of Niger Tornadoes FC has granted its players a 10-day break to celebrate the New Year with their families and loved ones. Club Chairman Engr. Ibrahim Dada FNSE while wishing the players a safe journey, cautioned them to safeguard their fitness levels during the break and avoid any act capable of affecting their performance when the league resumes. The league has been halted for the half season break to resume on the 19th of next month. The Ikon Allah Boys will resume their NPFL campaign with an away game in Enugu against Rangers Int’l, seeking to rekindle their…

The Governing Council of the University of Abuja, under the chairmanship of Air Vice-Marshal Saddiq Ismaila Kaita (Rtd), has approved the appointment of Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi as the 7th Substantive vice-chancellor of the University. The appointment was announced during the 77th Extraordinary Meeting of Council on Tuesday 31st December 2024. The appointment takes effect from 1st January 2025, and it is for a non renewable tenure of five years. Maikudi emerged as the best among the 10 shortlisted candidates and interviewed by the Joint Council and Senate Selection Board of the University, in line with the extant regulations governing…

By Maryam Rabiu As we say goodbye to 2024, Nigeria stands at a juncture, especially in the northern part of the country, which has faced a year filled with serious challenges. Northern Nigeria has been grappling with a multitude of challenges that have significantly tested its resilience. The region has seen a sharp rise in security threats, ranging from insurgent activities to banditry, which have created an atmosphere of fear and instability. Alongside these security issues, the region is also contending with a severe economic crisis, characterized by high unemployment rates, inflation, and dwindling resources that have strained livelihoods and…

Forty-three professors at the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) have accused the institution’s Governing Council of manipulating the ongoing process to appoint a substantive Vice-Chancellor. In a petition addressed to the Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, the professors alleged that the council was orchestrating the process to favour the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aisha Maikudi, despite her alleged lack of qualifications. The professors argued that the council was improperly constituted, with internal members allegedly handpicked by the immediate past Vice-Chancellor, Professor AbdulRasheed Na’Allah, during a strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) chapter of the institution. They claimed these…