Hauwa Ahmed in kaduna . In a move that signals a shifting tide within Nigeria’s political landscape, Bello El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has finalised his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), setting the stage for a potential realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections. The development, confirmed by close political associates, marks a significant departure from the All Progressives Congress (APC), the platform under which his father rose to national prominence and wielded considerable influence in Kaduna State politics. Bello’s move is widely interpreted as both strategic and symbolic strategic in positioning himself within…
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By Patience Silas kaduna, Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, has taken the state’s investment drive to the global stage, joining fellow subnational leaders in London for the Kaduna Electric Energy Summit, a high-level forum focused on unlocking capital for Nigeria’s power sector and accelerating regional development. At the summit, themed “Driving Energy Investment and Regional Development,” Governor Idris engaged in strategic discussions alongside his counterparts Gov ,Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State and Gov, Uba Sani of Kaduna State as well as key industry stakeholders and international investors. The gathering spotlighted the urgent need to operationalise the Electricity Act…
By Laiatu Augustine Bamaiyi. The rain came, the roof collapsed and with it, the fragile safety net of one of Kebbi State’s most vulnerable communities. Today, in the Kitarawa area of Argungu, members of the blind community are left exposed, displaced, and struggling for survival after their residence was destroyed by heavy rainfall last year. What should have triggered urgent government intervention has instead turned into a prolonged silence forcing the victims to beg for help. Leading the appeal is Sarkin Makafin Kabi, Malam Muktar Argungu, whose voice now carries both urgency and frustration. “Whoever helps another, Allah will help them,”…
By Solomon Liman Ahore. Plateau State has stepped up its march toward a digital economy, with Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang unveiling an ambitious roadmap anchored on innovation, broadband expansion, and job creation. The governor made the declaration while receiving the Executive Commissioner for Stakeholder Management at the Nigerian Communications Commission, Rimini Haraya Makama, at the New Government House, Rayfield, Jos. Describing the visit as “timely and strategic,” Mutfwang said Plateau is shifting from policy rhetoric to real action, with a clear focus on harnessing Artificial Intelligence and digital tools to drive development. “We have talked enough. This is the moment…
By Solomon Liman Ahore. Plateau State has stepped up its march toward a digital economy, with Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang unveiling an ambitious roadmap anchored on innovation, broadband expansion, and job creation. The governor made the declaration while receiving the Executive Commissioner for Stakeholder Management at the Nigerian Communications Commission, Rimini Haraya Makama, at the New Government House, Rayfield, Jos. Describing the visit as “timely and strategic,” Mutfwang said Plateau is shifting from policy rhetoric to real action, with a clear focus on harnessing Artificial Intelligence and digital tools to drive development. “We have talked enough. This is the moment…
By Laiatu Augustine Bamaiyi. Barrister Kudirat Shu’aibu Diri is a distinguished legal practitioner, gender advocate, and public servant whose life’s work has been dedicated to defending the rights of women, children, and persons with disabilities. Known for her deep empathy and unwavering commitment, she is widely respected as a woman who treats every case she handles as a personal mission. She previously served as the State Chairperson of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Kebbi State Chapter, where she championed access to justice for survivors of gender-based violence. As Vice Chairperson of the Technical Working Group, she contributed significantly…
By Liman Ahore Solomon. As the world marks International Women’s Day 2026, the Women Right Initiative (WORI) has called for renewed commitment from governments, institutions and civil society groups to advance the rights, equality and empowerment of women and girls. In a statement issued on Sunday to commemorate the global event, the Founder of the organisation, Dr Laiatu Augustine Bamaiyi, said this year’s theme, “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” serves as a reminder that symbolic gestures are no longer sufficient in addressing the persistent inequalities facing women across the world. According to her, while the international community…
By Laiatu Augustine Bamaiyi, The Emir of Zuru, Muhammad Sanusi Mikailu Sami, has received a delegation from Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Zuru during a traditional palace meeting aimed at strengthening interfaith harmony and community cooperation. The visit took place at the royal palace in Zuru, Kebbi State, where leaders of the church paid a courtesy call to the Emir to extend their greetings and reaffirm respect for the traditional institution. During the visit, members of the church delegation expressed appreciation to the Zuru Emirate for its sustained efforts in promoting peace, unity, and mutual understanding among people of…
By Laiatu Augustine Bamaiyi, Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, on Wednesday monitored the All Progressives Congress (APC) ward congresses across the state, pledging to work closely with the newly elected party executives to consolidate unity and grassroots development. The exercise, conducted in all the 225 political wards of the state, was reported to have been peaceful and largely anchored on consensus, reflecting what party leaders described as internal cohesion and political maturity. The governor, who visited selected venues to observe the process, was accompanied by prominent party stalwarts, including the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu;…
By Laiatu Augustine Bamaiyi, In line with the commencement of the Holy Ramadan fast by both religions,the Kebbi State Government has approved a reduction in official working hours for civil servants across the state. The approval was granted by Governor Nasir Idris, according to a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry for Establishment, Pension and Training, Hafsat Ibrahim Tune, and made available to journalists in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday. Ibrahim Tune disclosed that the governor approved a two-hour reduction in the daily working schedule throughout the Ramadan period to enable workers observe the fasting exercise with ease. Under the…