How Nigeria’s Export Boom Exposes a Decade of Diversification Promises
By Maryam Shuaibu Nigeria’s merchandise trade reached ₦34.79 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, with exports significantly outpacing imports and producing
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Death of Retired Gen in Captivity Prompts CISLAC to Demand Security Emergency
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called on the Federal Government to declare a national emergency on
Opinion
The Unseen Labour of Leadership
By Na’ima Umar Musa The visible side of public office tells only part of the story; its truest burdens are carried beyond the
Sports
Powerful Cup Kicks Off in Kano, Promotes Unity Among Traders
By Mustapha Salisu The maiden edition of the Kano State Traders Football Tournament, tagged “Powerful Cup,” has officially kicked off at the Sani
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How Nigeria’s export boom exposes a decade of diversification promises
By Maryam Shuaibu Nigeria’s merchandise trade reached ₦34.79 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, with exports significantly outpacing imports and producing a
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Bandit Attack Leaves 20 Dead in Kebbi Community
By Maryam Shuaibu At least 20 residents have been killed following a deadly attack by suspected bandits on Fesken Rafi community in Arewa
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Democracy Day: Tinubu Declares Security Emergency, Says ₦5.41tr Defence Budget Targets Terrorism as Deaths Drop 81%
By Maryam Shuaibu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a national security emergency, unveiling expanded military recruitment and increased defence spending as part
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Democracy Day: Tinubu Pushes ₦4tr Power Sector Debt Plan, 774 Local Government Autonomy, Expands Electricity Reform
By Maryam Shuaibu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced sweeping reforms in Nigeria’s power sector and renewed efforts to grant financial autonomy to
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Democracy Day: Tinubu Says Non-Oil Exports Up 21%, Over 1,000 SMEs Certified as Agriculture Expansion Deepens
By Maryam Shuaibu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu says Nigeria’s economic reforms are beginning to yield results, with growth in non-oil exports, expanding SME
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June 12: Kano Deputy Governor Urges Nigerians to Strengthen Democratic Values
On the occasion of this year’s Democracy Day, His Excellency, the Deputy Governor of Kano State, extends his sincere good wishes to His
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Millions Lost as Fire Razes Popular Household Goods Market in Kano
By Mustapha Salisu A fire outbreak has razed a popular household goods market along Murtala Muhammed Road in Kano State, destroying shops and
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Garo Pays Condolence Visit to Director of Planning Following Husband’s Demise
By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Deputy Governor, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo, on Thursday paid a condolence visit to Hajiya Fatima Mudi, the Director
Education
Yobe Distributes Teaching, Learning Materials to Strengthen Basic Education
From Hamisu Ado Nguru The Yobe State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the quality of basic education with the distribution of
Environment
Experts Raise Concern Over Tyre Burning by Northern Youths
From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna Environmental experts have raised concerns over the increasing practice of burning used tyres by children and youths in several
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North-West Leaders Gather in Kano for Dialogue on Multidimensional Poverty
By Na’ima Musa Umar Political leaders, development partners, traditional institutions and policy experts converged in Kano for the North-West Governors’ Forum Policy Dialogue
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Adamawa School Teachers Cry Out Over Lack of Promotion for Two Decades
From Umar Dankano, Yola Some aggrieved primary school teachers in Adamawa State have expressed disappointment over the non-implementation of their promotions and salary
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Kano Reiterates Pledge to Social Protection, Innovative Financing Against Poverty
By Mustapha Salisu Stakeholders from across Nigeria’s Northwest converged in Kano on Monday for a high-level policy dialogue focused on strengthening social protection
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Garo Receives EU Ambassadors, Presents Kano’s Urban Development Agenda
By Na’ima Musa Umar The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo, on behalf of the Executive Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir
World
Iran declares end of attacks on Israel
Iranian military on Monday announced that the country will cease attacking Israel after having given a “painful response” to Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
Sports
UN climate agency warns of extreme heat during the World Cup
The UN climate secretariat on Monday warned that extreme heat could be a key factor at the World Cup tournament, set to kick