The Kano State Government has announced a bold initiative to restore and reposition one of the state’s most historic tourism assets — the Rurum Tourist Attraction in Rano Local Government Area. Zonal Information Officer, Rano, Rabiu Khalil Kura in a statement quoted the Commissioner for Tourism and Culture, Hon. Aisha Lawan Saji, to have given the indication during an on-site inspection. She revealed that the once-celebrated tourist destination, which has remained abandoned for over forty years, will soon undergo full rehabilitation. “Rurum holds deep cultural and economic value. Restoring this landmark is a strategic move that will not only revive…
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Olubunmi Omoogun chronicles the legislative and constituency interventions of the Chief Whip of the 10th Senate, Senator Barr. Mohammed Tahir Monguno. The United Nations’ (UN’s) agency, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) measures Human Development Index by monitoring the progress made in education. Education, which stands out among the indices to measure development, was one of the focal areas of the Senator representing Borno North Senatorial District in the National Assembly and current Chief Whip of the Nigerian Senate, Barr. Tahir Monguno in the Red Chamber is adding to global development in terms of per capita. Knowing…
By Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse The Jigawa State Government has endorsed the Federal Government’s Sector Wide Approach (SWAp) Initiative, calling it a bold and timely move to reform healthcare financing in Nigeria. Speaking at the launch of a four-day capacity-building workshop in Dutse, Commissioner for Health Dr. Muhammad Abdullahi Kainuwa reaffirmed the state’s strong support for the reform, highlighting its potential to improve coordination, minimize waste, and optimize the use of health resources. Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Kabiru Ibrahim, the Commissioner said SWAp’s unified funding model—designed to align federal, state, and local government budgets—will “eliminate duplication and foster greater…
By Fatima Ndagi Abuja Nigeria and Sweden have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral ties through youth development, inclusive education, and grassroots diplomacy as the 2025 Nigeria–Sweden Parliamentary Friendship Group Summit opened at the National Assembly, Abuja. With the theme “Strengthening Bilateral Relationship through Education, Trade, Investment, and Political Diplomacy,” the summit brought together lawmakers, diplomats, scholars, youth leaders, and civil society stakeholders to explore new areas of collaboration between both nations. In her keynote address, Dr. Eileen Cheng, Silicon Valley strategist and co-founder of the African University Incubator Ecosystem (AUIE), announced new global scholarship schemes for Nigerian students. “When…
A reformist group within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Fix PDP, Fix Nigeria, has described the resignation of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar from the party as a necessary step toward rebuilding and repositioning the PDP as a truly national and people-oriented platform. In a statement issued on Wednesday by Abubakar Muktar, a coordinator of the group in Katsina State, the group welcomed Atiku’s decision, stating that his long-standing pursuit of personal ambition has hindered internal unity, generational inclusion, and strategic renewal within the party. “From 2015, when he joined forces against former President Goodluck Jonathan, to 2023 when he…
***Spotlights Digital Media Growth in Kogi Kogi State’s premier digital broadcast platform, LugardTV, is set to kick off a month-long celebration marking its first anniversary, with a series of events highlighting its growth, impact, and future in digital public service broadcasting. The announcement was made by Hon. Ismaila Isah, Special Adviser on Media to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, in a statement issued in Lokoja on Tuesday. According to Isah, the commemoration will begin Friday, July 18, 2025, with a community outreach and culminate on August 21, 2025, with a grand finale event featuring a high-level panel, awards, and the premiere…
A Niger Delta civil society coalition has issued a blistering ultimatum to oil giant Oando Plc, demanding the immediate payment of ₦8 billion allegedly owed to Indigenous Contractors—or face massive protest actions across Nigeria and beyond. The Coalition for Equity in Resource Justice (CERJ), in a strongly worded statement on Tuesday, accused Oando of exploiting local contractors, delaying critical payments, and turning a blind eye to the suffering of communities that have long borne the brunt of Nigeria’s oil wealth. “We are done with polite reminders. We are not beggars. This is justice delayed and dignity denied,” said Comrade Tari…
The legal counsel to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has issued a strong rebuttal to the National Assembly’s position on her suspension, warning that the Senate risks violating the Constitution if it fails to obey a clear Federal High Court judgment ordering her recall. In a formal rejoinder dated July 14, 2025, addressed to the Senate’s Director of Litigation and Counselling, Charles Yoila, Esq., Senior Advocate of Nigeria Michael Jonathan Numa stated that the court’s ruling was not optional, and must be treated as binding and enforceable under the law. “With the utmost respect, we disagree with your interpretation. The enrolled judgment…
In a move that has sent shockwaves across Nigeria’s political landscape, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has tendered his resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) — the party he co-founded and represented as its presidential candidate in two consecutive general elections. In a strongly worded resignation letter released on Wednesday, Atiku cited a deep disillusionment with the party’s current direction, saying it has strayed from its founding ideals of justice, inclusion, and internal democracy. “It is indeed heartbreaking for me to make this decision,” Atiku wrote. “However, I find it necessary to part ways due to the current trajectory…
***visits Daura on Condolence Visit to Buhai’s Family The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has explained his absence at the funeral of former President Muhammadu Buhari, which took place on Tuesday in Daura, Katsina State. Obi’s absence had raised questions on social media and among political observers, with some critics pointing to it as a snub. However, the former Anambra State governor clarified that logistical constraints, particularly the lack of available flights, made it impossible for him to attend the burial on the day it was held. “It was difficult to come yesterday (Tuesday) because there was no…