The ongoing dispute within the Kano emirate in Northern Nigeria has the potential to have far-reaching consequences on the cultural and traditional values of the region, as well as on the practice of the Islamic religion. The escalation of this dispute has already led to tensions within the community and threatens to divide further the people of Kano and the wider Northern Nigerian region. By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman The Kano emirate, one of Nigeria’s oldest and most influential traditional institutions, has been embroiled in a power struggle in recent years. The dispute centers around the appointment of a new emir, following…
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The feud between elder statesman, Chief Afe Babalola and civil rights activist, Mr. Dele Farotimi, is perhaps the most significant discourse that the postcolonial Nigerian state has thrown up for the moment, one in a class of those grand defining disputations that sure will gather dust which will take some time to abate. And it is one case that is fraught with all sorts of legal, jurisprudential, moral and political traps and complexities that speak to more than the trivial interventions—leveraged around the David and Goliath motif—that are attending the matter. Those who have been able to go beyond the…
Sokoto, Nigeria – The newly elected Chairman of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Sokoto State Council, Usman Mohammed Binji, has pledged to prioritize the welfare and development of journalists in the state. In his inaugural speech, delivered at a ceremony attended by union members and dignitaries on Saturday, Binji expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him and committed to fostering professionalism and unity within the council. “I am humbled and grateful for the trust you have placed in me. Your vote is not just a mandate but a call to service, and I pledge to work tirelessly to…
Have you ever stopped to ponder the profound connection between today and tomorrow? The concept of “Tomorrow is the real essence of today” delves deep into the profound connection between our present actions and the outcomes they shape for our future. This seemingly simple phrase carries a wealth of philosophical wisdom, scientific truth, and practical implications that resonate with the very fabric of our existence. By Prof. Chiwuike Uba This profound interplay between the present and the future underscores the significance of living with intention, purpose, and foresight. The idiom “sow the wind and reap the whirlwind” serves as a cautionary…
“Politics is war without bloodshed while war is politics with bloodshed.” – Mao Zedong Politics is war. Because just like war, politics is the contention for power, even if in the former it is by means of arms and the latter, through non-violent schemes and strategy and notwithstanding that war is essentially waged over the control of territory but politics is pursued for the control of the people who occupy coveted land. The difference between politics and war is blurred by the cross application of the modus operandi of one to the other. For, even though war is armed conflict,…
The National Teachers’ Institute (NTI), Kaduna, on Wednesday began a nationwide training of basic school teachers on digital pedagogy and remote teaching. The five-day training is also focusing on E-learning, climate literacy and green life skills. The training is taking place simultaneously in Kaduna and Lagos, with the participants drawn from the 26 states and FCT. It has as its theme, ‘Digital Pedagogy, Remote Learning, E-Learning, Climate Literacy and Green Life Skills.’ The training was organised by the Institute in collaboration with the Universal Basic Commission (UBEC). Declaring open the workshops, NTI’s pioneer female Director-General, Prof. Sadiya Sani-Daura, said they…
In the bustling halls of the Asaa Pyramid Hotel in Kaduna, Nigeria, over 200 journalists, media executives, scholars, and advocates from across Africa gathered with a shared purpose: to redefine the role of journalism in addressing the continent’s most pressing challenges. The 8th Africa Conference on Development Journalism, held from December 4–5, 2024, wasn’t just about headlines—it was about lives. From neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) silently robbing communities of sight to the invisible scars of mental health struggles, the conference spotlighted health issues often overlooked in the media. And the message was clear: journalists are not just storytellers; they are…
For as long as anyone can remember, our society has been on the quest for knowledge and skills on how to lead. Schools at all levels have concerned themselves with identifying, developing and rewarding leadership traits in learners. Youths are motivated by being oft-reminded that they are leaders of tomorrow, a role they in fact opt against, preferring rather, to be leaders of today. Nobody it seems, is prepared or being deliberately mentored to be a follower of today or tomorrow. But that stands against the stark reality that the entire society consists of followers, save for a few, who…
After weeks of intensive special operations training for officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), by men of an elite tactical unit of the French National Police, popularly called RAID, the government of France has assured the anti-narcotics agency of more collaboration and support. The assurance was given at the weekend by the French Police Attaché in Nigeria, Mr. Phillipe Crespo when he led the trio of Messrs. Phillipe Barrau, Tony Albaladejo and Cedric Hocquette on a courtesy visit to the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) at the Agency’s national headquarters in…
Nestled in the heart of Zaria, my Tukur-Tukur community is like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered—a serene oasis that strikes the perfect balance between tranquility and vibrancy. Every time I wander through its winding paths and bustling streets, I’m reminded of the unique tapestry of life that weaves together the lives of its inhabitants. It’s a place where calm, industrious folks go about their daily business, while the laughter of children and the spirited chatter of youth echo in the air. By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman Every morning, as the sun peeks over the horizon, it casts a golden hue…