Gov Yusuf Commissions Quick Response Squad, Unveils Hundreds of Millions of Naira Equipment to Intensify War Against Drug Abuse and Thuggery
By Sharon Akuboh The Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commissioned the Quick Response Squad of the Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, alongside operational equipment worth hundreds of millions of naira, in a major boost to the state’s campaign against substance abuse, thuggery and illicit trafficking. The…
Omga007CP Bakori Leads Command Mgt Team On Condolence Visit to Family of Late SP Wakili S. Mohd, Offers Prayers for the Deceased
By Jasmine Okogerie The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, sfipma, mnim, mnips, masis, on Wednesday 5th November, 2026, led the Command’s Management Team and senior officers on a condolence visit to the family of late SP Wakili S. Mohammed at his residence in Kano. The visit follows the passing…
Gov Okpebholo Congratulates Flamingos on Historic World Cup Final Qualification
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, on their historic qualification for the final of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The governor described the team’s 3-1 victory over Brazil as a remarkable achievement, applauding the players for their determination, tactical discipline, teamwork, and fighting spirit…
$36m Vaccine Breakthrough : IAVI, Global Partners Race to Stop Deadly Ebola Variant
With a potential $99m funding package from the US Government, international health partners are accelerating efforts to develop a single-dose Bundibugyo virus vaccine as the Democratic Republic of Congo battles one of the deadliest Ebola outbreaks on record. By Joy Omagha Idam As the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) confronts a devastating Ebola epidemic that…
2027 : Makinde Unveils ‘Reset Nigeria Agenda’, Unveils Vision for National Renewal
Promises economic relief, security overhaul, education reforms and national political restructuring By Joy Omagha Idam Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has unveiled his 2027–2031 presidential manifesto, declaring that Nigeria’s greatest challenge is not a shortage of resources but a lack of ideas and responsible leadership….
Nigerian-Americans Make Political History in US Elections, 10 Emerge Victorious
At least 10 of 18 Nigerian-Americans who contested various public offices in the November 3, 2026 US elections have reportedly emerged victorious, highlighting the growing political influence of Nigerians in the diaspora. Nigerians are increasingly proving that their influence extends beyond their homeland, with a growing number making significant inroads into the political landscape of…
NIS DG Shaibu Hails Flamingos for Reaching Women’s World Cup Final
Ahead of and following the victory of the Flamingos for reaching their first-ever FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final, the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports, H. E. Comrade Philip Shaibu lauded the ladies’ tactical discipline and unwavering resilience. He expressed supreme confidence in the team’s ability to complete…
Okpebholo hands Relief Materials to Oluku Market Fire Victims
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has handed over relief materials to affected traders at the recent Oluku Market fire disaster, with a promise to build the market to a modern standard. Speaking on Wednesday while presenting relief materials from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Edo State Emergency Management Agency (EDOSEMA) ,…