The ambitious target set by African heads of state to provide electricity access to 300 million people by 2030 is under intense scrutiny. Over 1,000 participants are expected at the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, which will begin in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on January 27, to discuss the feasibility of this goal. “It’s a tight journey because 2030 is only five years away, and we must deliver actual connections, not just expected ones, to 300 million people by 2030,” said Mr. Daniel Schroth, the African Development Bank’s (AfDB) Director for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency. Schroth emphasized the urgency…
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China’s Consul-General in Lagos, Yan Yuqing, announced that China’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 5.0% in 2024, marking both qualitative economic development and reasonable quantitative growth. This growth, she said, has provided a strong momentum for global economic recovery and international development cooperation. Yuqing made this statement during the 2025 Chinese New Year reception and the “One World, One Spring, Huaxing Shines” Spring Festival gala held on Saturday night in Lagos. She emphasized that the Spring Festival, the most significant traditional holiday in China, is not only a celebration for the Chinese people but for the entire world. “From…
Despite its Muslim-Muslim composition, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has acknowledged inclusiveness in President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its balanced power-sharing stance between Christians and Muslims. During CAN’s quarterly meeting on Saturday, the association also commended the government’s efforts to improve security in northern Nigeria. Its northern chairman, Yakubu Pam emphasised the association’s appreciation for the strides made by the administration while reiterating their desire for key leadership positions, such as the vice presidency, to reflect Nigeria’s religious diversity. The group expressed satisfaction with ongoing security improvements in the region, urging the government to declare a complete state of emergency on…
In a decisive move to curb escalating insecurity in Sokoto and Zamfara States, Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, recently visited the region, giving a crucial directive to the military: capture notorious bandit leader, Turji, dead or alive. The impact of this visit and directive has been profound, significantly advancing the military’s ground and air operations in these two states, where banditry and insurgency have long been rampant. A bold directive to capture Turji Turji, a notorious bandit leader with a long history of terrorizing communities in Sokoto, Zamfara, and surrounding regions, has been a central figure in the…
With the full support of President Bola Ahmed Tinibu for the Ministry of Defence, the battle against insecurity in Northeast and Northwest Nigeria has long been a significant challenge, with both regions suffering from relentless attacks by insurgents, bandits, and other criminal elements. However, in recent months, there has been a notable shift in the tide. At the forefront of this renewed effort is Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar. With a wealth of experience in governance and business, Badaru has employed a strategic, multifaceted approach to tackle the insurgency and banditry plaguing the northern regions, building on Nigeria’s existing…
For over a decade, Shinkafi has been at the heart of activities fueling banditry and insecurity across the eastern regions of Zamfara and Sokoto States. If Tsafe is notorious for harboring forest bandit camps, Shinkafi stands as the central hub where the logistics and financial operations of bandits are coordinated. Shinkafi has, over the years, become a bustling market for illicit trade, including the buying and selling of stolen livestock, drugs, and other resources that sustain banditry. Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that key individuals within Shinkafi and Moriki communities have long benefited from the wealth generated by banditry. These…
The Sardauna Remembrance Day, organized by the Rebuild Nigeria group on Wednesday, January 15th, at the Arewa House in Kaduna, proved to be a resounding success. The event, dedicated to commemorating the life and times of Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto, brought together prominent figures from various walks of life to reflect on his enduring legacy and offer insightful recommendations for the North’s future leaders. The day’s proceedings, marked by thoughtful speeches, insightful discussions, and a palpable sense of respect, served as a powerful reminder of the Sardauna’s contributions and the ongoing relevance of his vision. By Abdul-Azeez…
On Monday, the Chairman of Bwari Area Council, FCT, Mr. John Gabaya, presented a ₦27.7 billion budget for 2025 to the council’s legislature for approval. Dubbed the “Budget of Continuous Transformation,” Gabaya explained that the proposed expenditure allocates ₦20.2 billion for capital projects and ₦7.4 billion for recurrent expenses. Gabaya outlined the revenue streams supporting the budget, including: Gross Statutory Revenue: ₦24.9 billion Internally Generated Revenue (IGR): ₦870 million Total Revenue Generation: ₦33.7 billion The chairman emphasized that the budget prioritizes completing ongoing projects from 2024 while initiating new ones to enhance infrastructure and improve the quality of life for…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting security agencies to ensure the safety of lives and property across the state. Governor Yusuf made this pledge while receiving the wife of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mrs. Elizabeth Kayode Egbetokun. In a statement issued by the Director-General, Media and Publicity, Kano Government House, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa. Mrs. Egbetokun led the executive members of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA) on a courtesy visit to his office. Governor Yusuf highlighted his administration’s ongoing support for the police in discharging their duties effectively, particularly through the…
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has won 16 of the 18 local government chairmanship seats in the recently concluded Ondo State Council elections. The Chairman of the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC), Joseph Aeemo, announced the results on Sunday at the commission’s headquarters in Akure. He noted that while the election in Ondo West Local Government Area was rescheduled and ongoing, results from Owo Local Government Area were still being awaited. A total of 12 political parties contested in the elections held on Saturday. These parties included Action Alliance (AA), Action Democratic Party (ADP), Action People’s Party (APP),…