The Federal Government has approved the conversion of the Federal College of Education, Kontagora to Federal University of Education, Kontagora, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s history. This development is expected to propel the university into a new era, with Professor Faruk Rashid Haruna appointed as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University. Prof Rashid with over six years of experience leading the Federal College of Education, Kontagora, brings his wealth of knowledge and leadership expertise to his new role. Meanwhile, as part of the transition process, Professor Haruna has been tasked with ensuring that other Principal Officers continue to…
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In a strongly worded statement, Dr. Sami Charles, Executive Chairman of the ANOG Group and a Gusi Peace Prize Laureate, has expressed deep concern and condemnation over the recent arrest of Barr Dele Fatomi, a prominent Nigerian nationalist and intellectual. Describing Fatomi as “one of the finest modern thinkers of our time”, Dr. Charles decried the detention as a troubling step backward for Nigeria’s democratic principles. “Nigeria is not a draconian dictatorship and must not be seen or heard as such,” he stated, urging the administration of President Bola Tinubu to act swiftly to rectify the situation. Bar Dele Fatomi,…
Tension has taken over Kano as heavily armed security personnel have taken over the Emir’s Palace in the ancient city. Although no reasons have been officially announced for the action, it is said not to be unconnected with the plans if the Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II’s to hold a meeting on the Nigerian economy, especially the issue of tax reform, with some experts and meet with the religious clerics on what to extend to the public during sermons of Friday prayer. It is also said that the Emir is appointing a new District Head of Bichi, a former Emirate reduced…
By Aminu Garko Assistant Inspector General (AIG) Mohammed Usaini Gumel has emphasized the importance of ensuring the security and safety of Nigerian courts and judicial officers. Speaking at the national conference for magistrates, registrars, and deputies on security of judicial officers in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Gumel highlighted the judiciary’s crucial role in defending democracy and protecting the will of the people. Gumel lamented the numerous security challenges faced by courts and judicial officers in recent years, citing over 50 reported incidents in the past three years. To address these challenges, he recommended a multi-faceted approach, including: Physical Security Measures*:…
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), Advocats Sans Frontieres and Spaces for Change and supported by the European Union, in their efforts to bridge the gender digital divide nationwide, has announced the winners of its Women’s Digital Rights Video Competition. The event was held today at CITAD’s office in Kano on Wednesday and it brought together girls secondary school students, stakeholders and advocates for digital inclusion. It is gathered that schools that participated in the competition include: Fatima Muhammad Girls Secondary School, GSS Dorayi Karama, GGSS U/Uku, GTC Dala and New GSTC. In his welcome remarks, the Executive…
The Northern Youth Forum (NYF) has exonerated the Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin from what they termed as misconceptions by his detractors over the passage of the second reading of the Tax Reform Bill. This was revealed in an emergency press briefing on Tuesday by the chairman of the group, Yahaya Usman in Kano. He further dismissed claims by some sections of the society that the Deputy Senate President is an enemy of Kano and the north. “Sequel to the controversy surrounding Tax Reform Bill originated from the National Assembly after the issuance of the President’s request; “Northern Youth Forum…
The Northern Youth Assembly (Majalisar Matasan Arewa) has expressed dismay at the Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin and accused him of insensitivity towards the hardship of the people of the North for his role in the passage of the second reading of the tax reform bill. This is contained in an open letter to the Deputy Senate President co-signed by the president of the group, Ali Mohammed Idris, the Secretary Abdulhafiz Garba and other members. They accused the Senator of manipulative action towards the scaling for the second reading of what they term as an “evil tax reform bill” which…
A non governmental organization, Sightsavers Nigeria, has conducted a four days training for physically Challenged women on entrepreneur skills in Kano to make them self-reliant. Speaking during the distribution of start-up kits to the 100 hundred beneficiaries at Murtala Mohammed Library Kano, the Sightsavers Program Officer, Girls Education, Sightsavers Nigeria, Anita Kelvin said the aim of the training is to help the young women identify businesses and modalities of enhancing the businesses. “The whole idea is that young women with disabilities are among the vulnerable and marginalized people within the society, and because of that we’ve taken surveys and asked…
By Zubairu Idris An NGO, Partners West Africa Nigeria (PWAN), has tasked the media on educating the public about the Police Act 2020, and its provisions that relate to human rights, to enhance the police-citizens interactions. PWAN, supported by the UK Integrated Security Fund of the Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO), is currently implementing a project across Nigeria, specifically in Kano, Plateau, Borno, Edo, Lagos, Enugu States, and the FCT Abuja. The NGO, also known as the Rule of Law and Empowerment Initiative, is implementing a project titled: “Enhancing Police Governance: Deepening Understanding of the Police Act 2020 and Regulations…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is reportedly set to appoint prominent political figures, including Comrade Shehu Sani, Femi Fani-Kayode and Reno Omokri, as ambassadors. The information was disclosed by Jackson Ude, a US-based investigative journalist known for breaking political developments in Nigeria. In a social media post, Ude hinted that the ambassadorial list would be made public soon. “Ambassador F. Kayode, Ambassador S. Sani, Ambassador R. Omokri. And the list goes on and on, waiting for unveiling soon,” he wrote. While the presidency is yet to confirm the appointments, the potential selection of the three figures—each known for their strong political…