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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…

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has appointed a world-renowned boxing champion Anthony Joshua has Sport Ambassador in Ogun state during a courtesy visit to his office. The courtesy visit was a testament to the bond between the people of Ogun State and their pride in Joshua’s achievements. Despite presently without any world title, Joshua’s remarkable accomplishments in boxing inspire millions globally, including the people of Ogun State. His dedication, discipline, and commitment to excellence align with the values held dear by the state. “His dedication, discipline, and unwavering commitment to excellence are values we hold dear as a state,” Governor…

The Chairman Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ Niger State Council Comrade Abu Nmodu, has condoled the family of the popular newspaper distributor Malam Abdullahi Bayero who died in the early hours of Tuesday December 31, 2025. In his condolence message, Comrade Abu Nmodu, described the late Malam Abdullahi Bayero, as a complete gentleman, a pious Muslim and a friend of NUJ who for many years has discharged his duties diligently. The Statement signed by the State Secretary of NUJ Comrade Usman Chiji recalled how the deceased has earned his legal means of livelihood through newspaper distribution adding that, he will…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ Niger State Council, has commiserated with the State Treasurer of the Nigeria Association of women Journalists NAWOJ, Ruth Gana, of Newsline Newspapers over the death of her father Baba John Ndanusa Gana. In a statement issued on behalf of the Union, the State Secretary of NUJ Comrade Usman Chiji, said the demise of Baba John Ndanusa Gana was a great loss not only to the family but to Essan community as a whole. Comrade Usman Chiji described Late Baba John, as a caring father, a devout Christian and community leader who dedicated his entire…

First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) has laid off about 100 senior staf in a major organisational shakeup. According to a reliable source with direct knowledge of the incident said some of the bank’s top executives were asked to leave as part of its repositioning plan for 2025, following the confirmation of Olusegun Alebiosu as FBN’s managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO) in June. The sources told the publication that the exits appear to be part of a concerted effort by the board led by Femi Otedola, its chairman, to introduce fresh hands into several leadership positions in the…

The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has flagged-of the construction of 17 kilometer road from Kwakabo Junction to Banizumbo village in Dandi Local Government Area of the state. Kick-starting the road construction on Monday, the governor said the project was part of his campaign promises, assuring the people of the area that his administration would ensure fulfilment of all campaign pledges for the good of all. Gov. Idris, who was in Dandi local government on a thank you tour, expressed appreciation over the support given to him during and after the election. The road contract was awarded to…

No fewer than 7,000 People’s Democratic Party (PDP) supporters in Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Receiving the decamped politicians on behalf of the Kebbi State Governor on Monday at Local Government Secretariat, the State APC Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Kana-Zuru assured them that the present administration under the able leadership of Comrade Dr Nasir Idris was ready to carry them along. While assuring the new members of equal treatment, the chairman said the gathering was aimed at streamlining the party structure and ensure sanity in the state’s political space. Kan-Zuru appealed…