There couldn’t have been a more poignant last chapter to a man’s life than my final text exchange with him. He reached out on December 31, 2023, to draw my attention to a Qur’an recital competition in Damaturu, Yobe State, stating that it transpired without deserving prizes. In his typical fashion, he outlined interventions that could align with the noble ambitions of the reciters and organisers. What he didn’t say this time around, while preferring the cloak he wore to redirect our concerns away from his health and towards others, was that he was on the brink of existence. He was in a hospital bed far away from home.
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On this day, the 15th of January in 1966, the great leader of Northern Nigeria, Ahmadu Bello Sardaunan Sokoto, was tragically assassinated. Ahmadu Bello, a knight of the British Empire, was the premier of autonomous Northern Nigeria when he was killed in a coup attempt. His death marked a significant loss for the region and the nation as a whole.
By Yakubu Salisu Like a hero is celebrated after winning a fierce battle, so Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf returns to…
In Nigeria, the last one or few weeks have been eventful. Nigeria is what can be called ‘one day one drama’. There is never a dull moment. For some days now, things have been happening so fast that it’s breathtaking to catch up with them. And they have put a huge test on President Tinubu’s leadership capacity. Nigerians were keen to see how he handled the series of the events.
The Ninth National Assembly under the leadership of Senator Ahmad Lawan as Chairman and President of the Senate, made history as one with many firsts from championing reforms, to improving governance and raising the bar on the passage of critical and impactful legislation.
As His Excellency Abba Kabir Yusuf celebrates his 61st birthday, a closer look at the first seven months of his administration reveals remarkable progress and transformation across multiple governance sectors in Kano State. This comprehensive report meticulously outlines the notable achievements accomplished during this period.
The recent bandit attack that resulted in the tragic loss of 145 lives across 23 villages in Plateau state is a grim reminder of the deep-rooted conflicts that continue to plague our nation. It is disheartening to witness such acts of violence and bloodshed, which not only claim the lives of innocent citizens but also tear at the very fabric of our common humanity.
Nigeria, a country with immense potential, has been plagued by corruption for decades. The diversion of public funds for personal gain by high-ranking officials leads to underfunded critical sectors, discourages foreign direct investment, and hampers economic growth. The lack of transparency and accountability in financial management stifles economic growth, perpetuates poverty, and undermines fair competition.
There was a time the All Progressives Congress (APC) was in a serious crisis of self doubt, which almost tore it apart.
Banditry in Northwest, especially in the eastern part of Sokoto state, has once again raised it’s ugly head. Since the inauguration of the current set of governors in the Northwest and their their vows not to negotiate with the bandits leaves much to be desired, especially that the bandits have increased the tempo of attacks on communities all over the subregion.