Nestled in the heart of Northern Nigeria, Zaria is a city that embodies rich history, culture, and resilience. Its ancient walls whisper tales of empires and scholars, while its bustling markets pulse with the vibrancy of everyday life. Yet, the true essence of Zaria transcends its storied past; it lies in the spirit of its people who, with determination, strive for progress and development. At the forefront of this movement is Iyan Zazzau Abbas Tajuddeen, the Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives. His transformative contributions to the socio-economy of Zaria are a testament to the potential that lies within…
Author: TheStories
The newly appointed Executive Director of the North Central Development Commission (NCDC), Prof. Muhammad Bashar Nuhu Tachi, was on Sunday, August 31, 2025, warmly received by his community in Kuta, headquarters of Shiroro Local Government Area, Niger State. The homecoming, which also featured a special prayer session, brought together elders, youth, religious leaders, family members, and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate his elevation and to pray for Allah’s guidance as he takes on his new national assignment. In his remarks, Prof. Nuhu expressed gratitude to his people for their support and prayers, assuring them of his commitment to deliver on…
The political atmosphere of Nigeria has often been marked by a tumultuous interplay of power, authority, and the consequences of governance. One of the most striking examples of this dynamic is the tenure of Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State. Known for his authoritarian approach and a penchant for silencing dissent, El-Rufai’s leadership style has drawn both admiration and criticism. However, the recent events surrounding his administration reveal a profound irony: the very tactics he employed to suppress opposition have now come back to haunt him. The phrase “paying El-Rufai coin for coin” encapsulates this notion of retribution,…
According to the latest data from the World of Statistics based on the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme, the highest percentages of people practicing open defecation are found primarily in African countries, with Eritrea leading at 67%, followed closely by Niger (65%), Chad (63%), and South Sudan (60%). Benin and Namibia also face significant challenges with 49% and 37% respectively. Other African countries like Liberia (35%) and Madagascar (34%) have similarly high rates. Nigeria shows an 18% rate of open defecation, representing a large number of people given its population size, although the country has been working on sanitation campaigns to…
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on Thursday met with Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, in Abuja to discuss strategies for trade-led growth, investment, and inclusive development. Edun highlighted recent macroeconomic gains — including a stronger naira, easing inflation, and credit ratings upgrades from Fitch and Moody’s — as a platform for sustained growth. He outlined a plan centred on export diversification, private sector investment, and human capital development, intending to achieve 7% GDP growth. Okonjo-Iweala praised Nigeria’s reforms, describing them as capable of restoring investor confidence and…
A News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Correspondent, Mr. Rasak Raji, has won the Outstanding Community Relations Journalist of the Year award in Lagos. Raji, who is the Badagry District Correspondent of NAN, received the award on Friday evening from the Conference of 57 Chief Press Secretaries of Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of Lagos State. The conference said the award was in recognition of journalists who had significantly contributed to deepening local governance and strengthening ties between communities and the media. It described Raji as a journalist who had distinguished himself with professionalism, accuracy, and integrity, adding…
The phrase “Trump is Dead” may sound like the title of a Hollywood satire, but in recent weeks it became a viral phenomenon, dominating global conversations on X. What makes it remarkable is not simply that the former American president was the subject of yet another rumour, but that the world’s most advanced democracy suddenly looked as though it were rehearsing Nigeria’s favorite pastime—rumour-making. For decades, America has projected itself as a beacon of democracy, tolerance, diversity, and human rights. It is the country where many minorities, including Nigerians, say they feel freer to practice their faith without harassment than…
The recent developments surrounding the Atiku-led coalition and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) alliance have raised eyebrows and sparked discussions about their viability as a formidable opposition to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). With a current level of confusion among these factions, it is becoming increasingly evident that they may have inadvertently exposed themselves as no significant threat to the APC. The recent remarks by Nasir El-Rufai, the former Governor of Kaduna State, have ignited a significant conversation about the nature of political coalitions in the country. El-Rufai’s declaration that he will remain with the Social Democratic Party (SDP)…
There comes a season in the life of almost every young woman—what some call her “prime”—when she seems to glow with an invisible crown, walking through the world like a goldmine more valuable than the average working-class salary. In this season, doors open before she even knocks, bills get settled without her lifting a purse, and even strangers treat her like royalty. If she is strikingly beautiful, the privileges multiply. A lift appears before she waves down a taxi, meals are covered before she even touches the menu, and every ordinary interaction seems spiced with honour, admiration, and sometimes outright…
The Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy & Development (FENRAD Nigeria) has filed a Freedom of Information (FOI) request with the Abia State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, demanding details on the management of the ₦54 billion education fund allocated for the retrofitting of 61 public schools across the state. The move follows public statements by Governor Alex Otti that ₦14.43 billion had already been spent from the fund without a detailed breakdown being made available. FENRAD’s Executive Director, Comrade Nelson Nnanna Nwafor, said the request was aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in the use of public resources for…