The annual commemorations of Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto, serve as crucial moments of reflection for Northern Nigeria and the nation as a whole. These events, often characterized by a mix of praise for his visionary leadership and criticism of subsequent governance, offer a platform for dialogue on the region’s past, present, and future. My recent attendance at the Reinvent Arewa event at Arewa House in Kaduna, a part of this year’s remembrance, underscored this complex interplay of legacy and contemporary challenges. By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman The event, chaired by His Royal Highness, Munir Jafaru Madakin Zazzau, and featuring…
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In a time when individuality often takes center stage, True Patriot is leading a movement to celebrate unity and pride in Nigeria through fashion. The brand seeks to reshape how Nigerians see themselves and how the world views Nigeria, combining style with a powerful message of patriotism. True Patriot isn’t just about what you wear—it’s about what you stand for. Each piece represents a belief in Nigeria’s greatness, a call for unity, and a shared commitment to building a brighter future. “When you wear the True Patriot brand, you’re making a statement,” the CEO, Olufolajimi Abegunde explains. “It’s a statement of pride, hope, and a…
The Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (AC OPHK) has reaffirmed the ban on drone operations in the Northeast Theatre, covering Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa states, citing critical security and safety concerns. Air Commodore Umar Idris, the Air Component Commander of AC OPHK, stated in Maiduguri on Wednesday, highlighting the security risks posed by the proliferation of drones for domestic and commercial purposes in the region. He explained that the increasing use of drones by non-state actors and criminal elements for subversive activities, including attacks on military targets and Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), necessitated the ban. “Government agencies and private…
Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, has inaugurated the Projects and Contracts Verification Committees for the state and senatorial zones, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to quality infrastructure and transparency. At the inauguration ceremony on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Governor Aliyu highlighted the administration’s determination to ensure that all projects executed meet specified standards, benefitting citizens across the state. “These committees were set up because of our genuine desire to ensure that the electorate across the state gets quality projects in line with the specifications given by the state government,” he stated. The committees are tasked with verifying various state…
Ever since I was privileged to cover and report on two breakthroughs during the boring of the 37.9-kilometre English Channel Tunnel between Folkestone in England and Calais in France for the BBC Hausa Section, I became fascinated by railways projects. I track such projects in Nigeria and elsewhere in the world. It is in the context of my interest in railway projects that I was delighted when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s willingness to complete the rehabilitation of the Eastern Rail Line connecting Port Harcourt to Maiduguri and all ongoing railway projects financed by the Federal Government. President…
A viral video clip shows President Bola Ahmed Tinubu saying that he was elected to implement reforms and that was why he removed the subsidy on petrol on his first day in office as President. He said that the subsidy on petrol was a pipeline for fraud. He mentioned that more reforms were coming, presumably in sectors other than the problematic energy industry. The reforms, he admits, are painful but necessary. On June 12, 2024, Reuters, the French News Agency, quoted President Tinubu as saying that the hardships caused by the reforms, through higher interest rates, spiraling inflation, and the…
The Kano State Government, in collaboration with the Islamic Development Bank (IDB), is set to establish four bilingual schools offering education in both English and Arabic. This initiative aims to integrate Almajiri children into the formal education system and address the growing challenge of out-of-school children in the state. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf announced the partnership on Monday while distributing 789,000 school uniforms to pupils in over 7,000 public schools across Kano’s 44 local government areas. Speaking at the event held at the Government House, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to making education a top priority. He emphasized the…
The Kano State Government, under the leadership of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, has contributed N10 million to the Kano Emblem Appeal Fund to support fallen heroes in the state The donation was announced at the 2025 Emblem Appeal Fund launch, held on Monday at Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano, as part of activities marking the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. A statement issued by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Kano Government House, Usman Gwadabe revealed that Governor Yusuf personally donated N2 million to the fund. Furthermore, the state’s 44 Local Government Areas collectively contributed an additional N10 million to the…
The Republic of Cuba has officially filed a declaration of intervention in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding South Africa’s genocide case against Israel. This development marks a significant escalation in the ongoing international legal battle over alleged human rights violations in Palestine. South Africa lodged the case against Israel in late 2024, accusing it of committing acts of genocide against Palestinians under the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide. The case has drawn widespread attention, sparking global debate on Israel’s treatment of Palestinians and the broader political dynamics of the Middle East conflict.…
The Sokoto State Government has directed teachers to commence academic activities immediately as schools across the state resume for the second term on Monday. Professor Ahmed Ladan Ala, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, issued the directive in a statement released by the ministry’s Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Iya, over the weekend. According to the statement, boarding schools will reopen on Sunday, January 12, 2025, while public and private schools are set to begin second-term academic activities on Monday, January 13, 2025. Parents, guardians, School-Based Management Committees (SBMCs), and Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) are urged to ensure the prompt resumption…