For thousands of families across Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States, the struggle to feed and nourish their children is becoming more difficult by the day. Health experts now warn that the situation could worsen, with over 500,000 children at risk of severe wasting in the region.This concern was brought to the fore during the presentation of the 2025 Nutrition SMART Survey in Sokoto, where government officials, health workers and development partners gathered to review the state of child nutrition.Presenting the findings, UNICEF Nutrition Data Officer, Edward Kotundo, painted a worrying picture. According to him, more than one in every ten…
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The Bauchi State Government has set an ambitious target to ensure that by 2030, 100 per cent of suspected malaria cases are tested, and all confirmed cases receive appropriate treatment and care. The Commissioner for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Sani Muhammad Damham, disclosed this during the commemoration of the 2026 World Malaria Day, themed “Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can, Now We Must,” held in Bauchi. He noted that every percentage point reduction in malaria prevalence translates to fewer sick children, reduced school absenteeism, and more productive households. Represented by the Director of Public Health, Abdullahi Dan Asabe,…
As Nigeria moves toward the 2027 general elections, a difficult question is beginning to surface beneath the surface of political campaigns and electoral promises. What if millions of Nigerians who will determine the outcome of that election are not on the voters’ register, not because they are ineligible, but because the system itself does not allow them to register and revalidate their data when they should? This question exposes a central contradiction in Nigeria’s democratic process. The country officially operates a Continuous Voter Registration system under the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), yet in practice, voter registration behaves more like…
The landmark £746 million Nigeria-UK MoU presents a historic opportunity for port modernization, but its success hinges on strategic deployment, inclusive industrial participation, legal compliance, and the adoption of a multimodal, regionally balanced logistics approach. Nigeria faces a critical juncture in infrastructure and industrial development, with this export finance agreement aimed at modernizing the Lagos Port Complex, Apapa Quays, and Tin Can Island Port Complex. The Tinubu administration, under its Renewed Hope Agenda, has demonstrated political will for major infrastructure projects; however, success depends on extending focus beyond Lagos to other strategic ports such as Onne, and inland waterways, including the…
Nigeria faces a familiar paradox: billions of naira are budgeted and spent, yet bridges, roads, hospitals, and schools still fail to meet the needs of its citizens. Congested highways choke Lagos, rural towns in Kaduna lack reliable electricity, and conflict-affected regions struggle to rebuild. The question is urgent: can smart financing, disciplined spending, and innovative international partnerships finally turn these promises into tangible infrastructure, human capital, and economic opportunity for millions of Nigerians? Nigeria’s subnational fiscal landscape reflects a complex interplay of opportunity, constraint, and strategic ambition. States are at different stages of development, yet they share common goals: closing…
Prof. Muhammad Bashar Nuhu Tachi stands out as a compelling example of purposeful leadership, defined not merely by position but by measurable impact on self, community, and society. In evaluating true leadership, three critical questions often arise: what has an individual done for themselves, their community, and their people? In Prof. Nuhu’s case, the answers provide a strong affirmation. From humble beginnings, Prof. Nuhu’s journey has been marked by discipline, resilience, and academic excellence. His educational trajectory—from primary through tertiary levels—was distinguished by consistent brilliance, laying a solid foundation for his professional and leadership achievements. His rise through the ranks…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over reported plans to reintegrate hundreds of alleged repentant terrorists, accusing the government of adopting a lenient stance on insurgency while being tough on political opposition. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party expressed concern that the Federal Government appears to treat terrorists “as errant family members” rather than as perpetrators of grave crimes against the state. The ADC said it had taken note of reports indicating that the Tinubu administration is proceeding with plans to reintegrate former insurgents into…
Youth and community groups from Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State have held a closed-door security meeting with Governor Mohammed Umar Bago, seeking urgent federal intervention and a presidential visit following renewed banditry attacks in the area. The meeting, convened on Thursday under the umbrella of the Coalition of Shiroro Associations (COSA), brought together several youth, women, and community-based organisations to brief the governor on the deteriorating security situation across the LGA. Governor Bago, while addressing the delegation, expressed condolences to residents over a recent attack in Erena community that resulted in the deaths of both security personnel and…
Fresh students of Northwest University Sokoto (NWUS) have been urged to uphold integrity, discipline and perseverance as they begin their academic journey, with a reminder that university education goes beyond earning a degree to shaping character and societal contribution. The charge was given by Prof. Lawal Suleiman Bilbis, who chaired the institution’s 4th matriculation ceremony for the 2025/2026 academic session held on April 6, 2026. Describing matriculation as more than a routine ceremony, Bilbis said it represents a “solemn covenant” between the university and its new students, marking the beginning of an intellectual journey that will define their future and…
An entrepreneur, Pastor John Collins, has challenged Christian business owners to uphold biblical principles of righteousness and diligence in their pursuit of prosperity. Pastor Collins gave the charge at the 2026 Men’s Summit of the Council of Foursquare Men (CFM) of the Foursquare Gospel Church in Nigeria, held at the Akure, Ondo State District Headquarters on Saturday, April 11, 2026. He cautioned participants against misconceptions about prosperity, noting that those who preach prosperity without hard work and viable enterprise do a disservice to both individuals and the Church. According to him, entrepreneurship and business growth are rooted in hard work…