Arrest of Soweto, Protesters Sparks Outcry Over Forced Demolitions in Lagos
By Ehis Agbon | Abuja, Nigeria Fresh concerns over civil liberties and forced evictions in Lagos State have emerged following the arrest of prominent activist, Comrade Hassan Taiwo Soweto, and several other protesters during a peaceful demonstration at the Lagos State House of Assembly. The protesters, drawn from waterfront and low-income communities including Makoko, Ajegunle, […]
RHA initiative gets State, LGs Coordinators in Sokoto state as Ambassadors, mobilisers
By Suleiman Adamu, Sokoto A formal appointment and inauguration of a Coordinators and Local Governments line Ambassadors of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have been conducted with Alhaji Haruna S. Adiya as the State Coordinator to drive the initiative in the caliphate. The initiative is aimed at bracing strategic massive mobilisation […]
OP-ED: An Open Letter To Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, By Nasiru Jagaba
Power Without Conscience, Silence Without Shame, Blood Without Justice Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, Your recent outbursts about an alleged “silent war against the Muslim North” would deserve serious engagement if they were not built on selective outrage, dangerous amnesia, and a deeply troubling record of governance marked by exclusion, repression, and unanswered bloodshed. You did […]
Beyond Illustration: The Trajectory of Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko’s Political Theory and Practice – A Defining Force For Success
By Suleiman Adamu Sokoto The political dynamics of Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko (Sarkin Yamman Daular Usmaniyya) transcend superficial interpretation and casual misapprehension. Much like the logic of cybernetics—where systems respond, adapt, and self-correct—Wamakko’s journey into political theory and practice represents an uncommon fusion of intellect, strategy, and experiential governance. Political theory and political skill are, indeed, […]
Sokoto Holds Special Prayers for Nigeria’s Peace and Unity
The Sokoto State Government on Friday organized a special prayer session seeking peace, unity and national development in Nigeria, amid ongoing security and socio-economic challenges facing the country. The prayer session was held at the Sultan Bello Jumu’at Mosque in Sokoto, shortly after the weekly Jumu’at prayers, as part of efforts to promote peaceful […]
Aliyu Urges Northern Leaders to Emulate Sardauna’s Legacy for Regional Development
Sokoto State Governor Ahmad Aliyu has called on contemporary leaders in Northern Nigeria to emulate the leadership qualities of the late Premier of the Northern Region, Sir Ahmadu Bello, saying his values remain critical to achieving sustainable development and prosperity in the region. The governor made the call in a message commemorating the anniversary of […]
Christian Media Forum Mourns Imam Abubakar Abdullahi
…Says he was a perfect example of peaceful coexistence and a champion of peace The Christian Media Forum (CMF) is mourning the death of Abubakar Abdullahi, the Imam of Nghar village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing him as a perfect example of peaceful coexistence. This was expressed in a statement […]
Tinubu Mourns Plateau Cleric Who Sheltered Christians During 2018 Crisis
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Imam Abdullahi Abubakar, the Chief Imam of Nghar village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing him as a courageous servant of God and a symbol of peace and humanity. Imam Abubakar, who died at the age of 92, rose […]
Girl-Child Education: Over 40,000 Kaduna Girls Reached as Uba Sani Moves to Institutionalise Life Skills
The Kaduna State Government has announced that more than 40,000 adolescent girls across the state have been reached through a structured life skills education programme, as Governor Uba Sani moves to institutionalise life skills education across public secondary schools. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Information, the Governor is set to present […]
Ekaba Festival: A Celebration of Heritage, Unity and Renewal in Evboehighae
By Chris Nehikhare Each year, the people of Evboehighae join other Edo South communities in celebrating the Ekaba Festival, an age-long cultural tradition that speaks to our shared history, spirituality, and communal values. More than a festival, Ekaba is a sacred moment of remembrance, thanksgiving, and renewal. Today, I was present in Evboehighae to witness […]