You must by now know me as, or be told that I am, a regular writer of open letters to you, Mr. President. This is the third letter I have penned to you. Not that I always write open letters to you. I have often written what people in the media would see as a public relations (pr) job, which it was not, anyway. The first time I penned an open letter to you was to agree with those who wrote to you and the leadership of the National Assembly (NASS) pleading with you not to accede to the request…
Author: TheStories
The name ‘BlackRock’ is not commonly uttered on the street, but it is the richest and most powerful company in the world, due to its ubiquitous ownership of some of the leading companies globally. Name a company in any area of human endeavor, be it finance, defense, education, agriculture, medicine, or the media, and it is either owned by BlackRock or part-owned by the Goliath company. What exactly is BlackRock? In one sentence, BlackRock is the social media of finance. In other words, it is to global finance what social media is to information. It is, in fact, the capo…
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani said, the state is partnering with China to build e-government (smart city) to enhance efficiency, public security and transparency in public service. He expressed optimism on Tuesday, saying that the project will further assist his administration in establishing e-government, making education, healthcare and talent cultivation “smart,” and boosting the use of renewable energy. The Governor stated this after Nigeria and China strengthened their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, stressing that he is thrilled to see Kaduna partnering with China in a “smart city” project. The “smart city” project, he said, aligns with Nigeria’s quest…
The Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) has awarded its prestigious Honorary Fellowship to Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, at the association’s 29th Annual Conference. The conference, theme “Advancing Accounting Excellence in a Changing World,” took place in Abuja on Tuesday, drawing dignitaries from across the country. Governor Idris was represented at the event by his Deputy, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, who led a high-powered delegation including the Head of Service, Sufyanu Garba Bena, the State APC Chairman, Abubakar Kana-Zuru, Commissioners, Special Advisers, and the State Accountant General, Bello Ibrahim Nahaliku, among others. The Honorary Fellowship was…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the immediate family and the medical community over the passing of Dr. Habibu Sadauki, who died yesterday following an illness. This was contained in a statement made available to the press by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, in Kano. Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf described the death of Dr. Habibu Sadauki as a monumental loss, given his significant contributions to the development of healthcare services in Kano State, Nigeria, and beyond. He also highlighted the deceased’s impact on healthcare policy as a former Executive Secretary of…
A high-stakes political manoeuvre, driven by ambition and determination, unfolds as Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the Acting National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), leads a prominent Kano delegation to meet President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Emir Sanusi. The main objective? Securing the president’s backing to remove one of Kano’s most influential traditional rulers, Emir Muhammad Sanusi II, while pressuring former Emir Aminu Ado Bayero to step down—all under the pretext of resolving the state’s leadership disputes. Reports suggest that Ganduje, alongside a coalition of Kano APC loyalists, has orchestrated this plan to assert full control over the emirate. This…
We are not students of economics nor are we business moguls horned in economics, therefore our knowledge of the business hanky panky is next to nothing. All the same, we did not expect this coming from you, Aliko Dangote except perhaps from the government, NNPC and the oil cartel. By Abdu Labaran The less endowed (money-wise) people of Nigeria anxiously awaited the coming onstream of your mega refinery. I mean, we waited with bated breath for the commencement of the operation of the 650,000 barrels-a-day refinery, believing that it would bring to an end the hardship suffered by millions, who,…
Ustaz Murtala Bello Asada, an Islamic cleric in Sokoto has become somewhat of a persistent critic of the bandits, and their sponsors, allegedly, in top places in the country. But Ustaz Murtala is not alone in the intense dislike for the bandits, even if not for their alleged sponsors. By Abdu Labaran Some very determined young soldiers are prepared to lay down their lives if the entire bandits can be decisively defeated for good. Specifically, they want to see the tragic end of the kingpins of the bandits. They are roaring to go after the boastful bandits if only they…
Religion is an inseparable part of human life, providing Divine Guidance on how individuals relate to God, fellow humans, and the world around them. For many, religion is not just a belief but a deeply moral and spiritual practice. Understanding this, the administration of Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, Governor of Kebbi State, has remained committed to fostering unity and religious harmony throughout the state. By Yahaya Sarki The government places high priority on supporting religious activities to create an atmosphere of mutual respect, tolerance, and social cohesion. One of the most notable initiatives is the Governor’s recent approval…
The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) stands united in its deep concern and condemnation of the unjust treatment recently reported about Seaman Haruna Abbas, a dedicated military officer who has become a victim of egregious misconduct within our armed forces. A statement by the Director of Publicity and Advocacy of NEF, Abdul-Azeez Suleiman on Sunday, referred to Mrs. Husaina Abbas’s narration during her appearance on the Berkete Family TV station in the Federal Capital, Abuja, on the circumstances surrounding the incarceration of Seaman Abbas has raise grave alarms about the accountability and ethical standards within the military hierarchy. According to Mrs.…