Former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, on Thursday paid a condolence visit to Kano over the death of two prominent figures — Aminu Alhassan Dantata and Ado Ya’u K/Mata. Wamakko described the passing of Dantata, a respected businessman and elder statesman, as “a great loss to his family and the nation,” noting his immense contributions to Nigeria’s development and his role in mentoring generations of leaders. At the Dantata residence, the family, led by Tajuddeen Alhassan Dantata, expressed gratitude for the visit and prayed for God’s blessings on the senator and his delegation. Wamakko also visited the family…
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When Propaganda Replaces Memory: A recent article by Abubakar Umar Girei, now circulating online, attempts to revive tired propaganda against former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan (GEJ). Steeped in recycled accusations, the article misrepresents Nigeria’s economic history and dishonestly whitewashes the failures of Jonathan’s successors. This column sets the record straight—with verifiable facts and comparative logic. Nigerians deserve truth, not tribalism dressed as opinion, and certainly not propaganda disguised as patriotism. 1. The Oil Boom Myth and Economic Misrepresentation Girei asserts that Jonathan squandered an oil boom and embezzled reserves. Facts tell a different story. Between 2011 and 2014, Nigeria faced…
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has hailed the intervention of New Incentives – All Babies Are Equal as one of the most impactful healthcare initiatives in the state, particularly in promoting infant immunization. Receiving a delegation from the NGO at Government House, the governor expressed surprise at the scale of its work and pledged full government collaboration. He directed the State Primary Healthcare Development Agency to provide the group with office space and to give regular progress updates. He also suggested adding maternity kits and other non-cash incentives to further encourage women to access health services. Governor Bala reaffirmed…
The Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy and Development (FENRAD) has strongly condemned the unauthorized recording and circulation of an indecent video involving Ms. Comfort Emmanson, a passenger aboard Ibom Air Flight Q153 on August 10, 2025. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Comrade Nelson Nnanna Nwafor, the human rights advocacy group described the act as a “gross violation of personal dignity and privacy” and a breach of ethical, legal, and human rights standards. “While FENRAD does not excuse any acts of unruliness or non-compliance aboard an aircraft, no circumstance justifies the public exposure and degradation of a Nigerian…
Sanvee Condji-Hillacondji, 11 août 2025 — L’Association Ouest Africaine du Commerce Transfrontalier des Produits Alimentaires, Agro-sylvo-pastoraux et Halieutiques (AOCTAH) organise, ce mercredi 13 août 2025, un road show de sensibilisation et de partage d’expériences sur les tracasseries routières au poste juxtaposé de Sanvee Condji-Hillacondji, sur le corridor Togo-Bénin. Placée sous le thème « Commerce transfrontalier en Afrique de l’Ouest et au Sahel : Quels mécanismes pour renforcer la participation des femmes et des jeunes ? », cette initiative s’inscrit dans le cadre du projet « Renforcer la participation des femmes et des jeunes au commerce transfrontalier en Afrique de l’Ouest…
Sanvee Condji-Hillacondji, August 11, 2025 — The West African Association for Cross-Border Trade in Food, Agro-forestry, Livestock, and Fisheries Products (WACTAF) will, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, hold a road show focused on raising awareness and sharing experiences on road harassment at the Sanvee Condji-Hillacondji joint border post along the Togo–Benin corridor. Themed “Cross-Border Trade in West Africa and the Sahel: What Mechanisms Can Strengthen the Participation of Women and Youth?”, the initiative is part of the “Enhancing Women and Youth Participation in Cross-Border Trade in West Africa” project, supported by the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA).…
Nasiru Yahaya Isa was a prominent supporter of the APC in 2015, actively promoting the Aminu Waziri Tambuwal/Ahmed Aliyu governorship ticket under the slogans “The Winning Team” and “The Change We Can Trust” through his Danfilinge Development Foundation. He also backed the Buhari/Osinbajo presidential campaign, mobilising grassroots support as a member of the Buhari Support Group and Buhari/Osinbajo Vanguard at the state level. In 2018, when Governor Tambuwal defected to the PDP, Nasiru remained with the APC and became part of the Secretariat for the 2019 Sokoto State Presidential/Governorship Campaign Council. The council was chaired by Alh. Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi,…
Armed bandits have killed two persons and abducted two others in an attack on Ruwan Bore village, Talata Mafara Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred at about 1:30 a.m. on Monday when a group of armed men invaded the village, shooting sporadically. “Two persons were shot dead while two others were abducted to an unknown destination,” said the sources. The sources added that, upon receipt of the report, troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA were mobilised to the area to search for the perpetrators and rescue the abducted victims. They assured that efforts…
By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman – In the vibrant political landscape of Nigeria, by-elections often serve as a litmus test for the prevailing sentiments among the electorate. The forthcoming by-election for the Zaria constituency legislative seat in the Kaduna State House of Assembly is poised to be a noteworthy chapter in this ongoing narrative. The All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Engineer Isah Haruna Baban Yaya Ihamo, appear to be on the brink of a significant victory, bolstered by an array of influential endorsements and a well-structured campaign strategy. In contrast, their challenger, Abdallah Wapah, seems to face an uphill battle…
The story should have ended in triumph, but it didn’t. A 13-year-old boy, kidnapped in Imo State while fetching grass for his goats, managed to slip away from his captors in Anambra when they fell asleep. Alone, frightened, but determined, he found safety. The community rejoiced; his family wept with relief. Yet, within hours, what should have been a quiet, dignified reunion turned into a second ordeal. The Anambra State Police Command, as reported in different newspapers and other media outlets, authorised the public release of the boy’s full name, photographs, and identifying details. Multiple media outlets published them—online, on…