The Fulani youth leaders from across Nigeria have declared a collective stance of zero tolerance for banditry and other criminal activities often associated with their ethnic group. This declaration was made during the Fulbe Unity Concert 2025, held on Monday in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital. The event, organised by the Nigerian Concerned Fulani Youths,…
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has approved the appointment of 168 political aides in a bid to strengthen the machinery of government and enhance service delivery across the state. In a statement issued Tuesday, the Governor’s Media Adviser, Mukhtar Gidado, explained that the appointments cover various roles, including Principal Special Assistants, Senior Special Assistants, Special…
By Ibiwunmi Ishola An unidentified middle-aged man has broken an ancient pot from a shrine (Ojubo) in Lagelu Adeosun village, Awotan, Ibadan, in Ido Local Government area of Oyo state, while trying to steal it. According to an eye witness in an interview with Pensioners FM, Mrs. Omoshalewa Abolade, on apprehension and when asked to return…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has warned parents against refusing polio vaccination for their children, vowing firm action anyone obstructing the ongoing immunisation campaign. The governor, represented by his deputy, Comrade Abdulsalam Gwarzo, issued the warning on Monday at the flag-off of the first round of the 2025 polio vaccination exercise held in Warawa Local Government…
By Adebayo Yusuf The Chairman, Board of Trustees, Kunle Adewunmi and Dare Ojo Foundation, KADOF, Mr. Kunle Adewunmi and the General Secretary, Apostle Dare Ojo, have called for partnership from government and individuals for the success of KADOF. Mr Adewunmi and Apostle Ojo sought the partnership during the inauguration of KADOF permanent site, at Alakia,…
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has said that the Federal Government and World Bank are aligning an agenda to create good quality jobs for young Nigerians. He spoke during an interview after the bank’s Development Committee meeting as part of the Spring Meetings in Washington DC, USA. According to him,…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has stated that the presence of members of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, signified a willingness to serve Nigeria in a time when the country needs their innovation, energy, and patriotism more than ever. Adeleke also commended the NYSC for its role in promoting unity, national integration, and youth…
Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd) is billed to meet the Prof. Julius Ihonvbere-led House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee on Rivers State today, Friday, at the National Assembly. The administrator was scheduled to meet the Committee on Thursday but failed to attend the meeting. Committee members including the Deputy Chief Whip of the House…
The Yobe State Government has launched a two-day workshop aimed at strengthening its civil service through a structured succession plan and training guide. The workshop, which began on Thursday in Kano, seeks to equip civil servants with the skills and knowledge required for smooth leadership transitions and improved service delivery. Speaking at the event, the…
The Kano State Government has established four new agencies aimed at strengthening institutional frameworks and accelerating sustainable development across the state. The move followed the signing of four landmark bills into law by Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, as disclosed in a statement on Thursday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. The newly established…