The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, arrived in Zaria, accompanied by half of the state cabinet, to rally support for his candidate, Engineer Isah Haruna Baban Yaya, affectionately known as Ihamo. As Tajudeen Abbas stepped onto the grounds of Zaria, he was met with a palpable energy that reverberated through the air. The presence of half the state cabinet underscored the gravity of the occasion; it was not merely a campaign rally, but a strategic gathering of power brokers intent on shaping the future of their constituency. The Zaria structure, a coalition of local leaders, party faithful,…
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The real reason the British colonized Nigeria was to exploit its God-given resources and use those resources to build their own country. Nigeria gained independence and initially began on a promising path to build a strong nation through agriculture. However, with the sudden discovery of oil and a brief economic boom, the country embarked on reckless spending. By Arc. Kabir Ibrahim, FNIA Instead of treating its oil wealth as a tool for sustainable development, Nigeria invested in grandiose, poorly conceived projects. Corruption soon became entrenched and would later serve as a source of systemic collapse. To redeem Nigeria’s image, prestige,…
The Sokoto State Government has commenced the process of developing a Medium-Term Sector Strategy (MTSS) for 2026–2028, covering Health, Education, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), and Social Protection. The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Dr. Abubakar Mohammad Zayyana, at a Training Workshop organized by the Ministry in collaboration with UNICEF, tasked Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to adopt a scientific and realistic approach in designing their budgets for the good of the state. Dr. Zayyana emphasized that MDAs must base their budgets on well-defined programs and activities that align with the government’s Nine-Point Smart Agenda, stressing that ambiguous or…
This question lingered in my mind after reading a heartfelt post by Comfort Emmanson, the woman whose dispute with Ibom Air recently dominated headlines, sparking not only outrage but also deep public debate about aviation, authority, and the fragile intersection between safety and respect. By Bagudu Mohammed Her statement struck me with both remorse and vulnerability. In her words: “To my family, friends, and everyone following this matter online — thank you for your prayers and concern. I owe you a clear account of what happened and where I stand.” She went on to narrate how a disagreement over switching…
The National Universities Commission (NUC), has granted the Northwest University Sokoto (NWUS), a full operational license. The decision was conveyed through a letter dated August 14, 2025, signed BY the Acting Director of Inspection and Monitoring at NUC, Mrs. Lydia Imoroa, on behalf of the Executive Secretary, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu . The formal letter, with reference NUC/ES/138/VOL/66.10, was addressed to the Vice Chancellor of Northwest University Sokoto. It recalled an assessment visit conducted from April 24 to April 27, 2025, during which NUC evaluated the institution’s compliance with operational guidelines throughout its three-year probationary period under the provisional licence…
The Coalition of Shiroro Associations (COSA) has appealed to the Niger State Government to urgently renovate Anguwan Makama Primary School in Makama village, a few kilometers from Kuta, headquarters of Shiroro Local Government Area. Chairman of the association, Usman Ibrahim Kuta, in a statement signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mustapha Ibrahim, on Friday, described the school as being in a deplorable condition. According to him, the roofs of the classrooms have been destroyed, the walls are weak, and there is no furniture to support teaching and learning. He said pupils are left to study in…
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Sokoto State Branch, also known as the Caliphate Bar, has conferred an Outstanding Leadership Award on Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko (Sarkin Yamman Sokoto). The recognition highlights the senator’s longstanding contributions and unwavering support for the legal profession in the state. The award was presented at Senator Wamakko’s residence in Gawon Nama, Sokoto, by the Chairperson of the NBA Sokoto Branch, Barrister Rashidat Muhammad, who was accompanied by respected legal practitioners, including Barrister Jacob Ochidi, SAN, and Barrister G.M. Gana, SAN. Speaking during the presentation, Barrister Rashidat said the visit was primarily to appreciate the senator’s…
In Nigeria, no official announcement arrives without its shadow: an alternative story, whispered and shared, crafted to make sense of events that the official account leaves shrouded in mystery. The government may speak, but the people will interpret. It is not simply skepticism; it is a national art form—an intricate weaving of suspicion, doubt, and the relentless search for hidden motives. As the political scientist James C. Scott once observed, “When the powerful speak, the powerless listen with one ear and interpret with the other.” In Nigeria, that second ear is always busy. By Bagudu Mohammed The tragedy of this…
In the ever-evolving political landscape of Nigeria, the quest for credible leadership remains a paramount concern for citizens and stakeholders alike. The formation of the ADC-Alliance, a coalition aimed at presenting an alternative to the ruling party, has sparked debate regarding the viability of its leaders in comparison to the current administration under President Ashiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This essay seeks to explore the leadership credibility of the ADC-Alliance by critically examining the capabilities and promises of its leaders against the backdrop of Tinubu’s policies and governance strategies. Since assuming office, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has embarked on a series…
Private schools owners in Enugu State are reeling under the government’s brutal assault on their institutions, with exorbitant taxes and draconian regulations threatening to shut down schools and deny thousands of students access to quality education. The owners claim these policies are a deliberate attempt to strangle private schools, forcing them to operate in a hostile environment. The Issues: The Consequences: The Solutions: The private school owners demand that the government takes action to address the challenges facing private schools in the State . By Ngozi Ezinwanne