Former Governor Aminu Tambuwal wasn’t fit to be a local government chairman – Barr. Dan Tsoho.
Barrister Nasiru Aliyu Dan Tsoho, Sokoto State Commissioner for Lands, Housing, Survey, and Town Planning has decried poor performance of immediate past administration of former Governor Aminu Tambuwal, saying that the government took the state backwards. Dan Tsoho said this in interview with journalists on Tuesday. He said the eight years of Tambuwal did not […]
Ag 8 Division GOC Ibikunle says Army strengthening to improve security situation
By Suleiman Adamu, Sokoto The Acting General Officer Commanding, 8 Division Nigeria Army Sokoto , Brigadier -General Ibikunle Ademola Ajose says appropriate mechanisms and operational machinery are being piloted to strengthen operations to better the security situation in the country. General Ajose said on Tuesday when he received on courtesy call the Executives of the […]
Edo State Government Commissions College of Agriculture and Natural Resources in Iguoriakhi
Ovia South-West LGA, Edo State – In a landmark event, the Edo State Government today commissioned the Edo State College of Agriculture and Natural Resources in Iguoriakhi, located in Ovia South-West Local Government Area. The institution, hailed as a “historic milestone” for Edo State, is set to provide world-class agricultural training and research opportunities, particularly […]
Wamakko thanks Tinubu for four gifts to Sokoto State
By launching the 1000 km Illela to Badagry highway project, initiating the livestock reform program, creating the Federal Ministry of Regional Integration and appointing two ministers from Sokoto State, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has brought much joy to the people of the state for which they are immensely grateful, Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko of Sokoto […]
Air Peace Denies Plans to Increase Airfares Amid Viral Rumors
In response to circulating reports, Air Peace, one of Nigeria’s prominent airlines, has firmly denied plans to raise its one-way flight fare from Lagos to Abuja to N200,000, dispelling widespread rumors of a significant hike. The airline clarified its position in an official statement released on Saturday, stating that it had not issued any notice […]
Sokoto: Traditional, community leaders relinquish positions for Sen. Lamido against alleged seeming cold war with APC leadership
By Suleiman Adamu, Sokoto A new political twist has set in within the ruling All Progressives Congress in Sokoto state at the weekend with Sokoto East traditional and Community leaders relinquishing their titles and portfolios in support of Senator Ibrahim Lamido ( APC) Sokoto East senatorial District. The seeming cold war is fast and obviously […]
GLOBAL RENEWABLE ENERGY PATHWAY AND AFRICA ENERGY SECTOR CHALLENGES
By Kenneth Iyamu Africa’s population is projected to rise from the current 1.4 billion people to 2.5 billion by 2050. The consequence is that energy requirements will triple, leading to an 82% increase in energy demand. This population growth will drive an upward trajectory of more than 150% as the continent approaches a projected $5000 […]
Sokoto APC hails Tinubu, passes vote of confidence for his leadership style
By Suleiman Adamu, Sokoto The Sokoto state chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress Sokoto says the party leadership, members and people of the state are confident that the vibrant policies and programmes of President Bola Tinubu led government will transform Nigeria to greatness for socio- economic prosperity. Similarly, it passed vote of confidence in […]
Governor Aliyu Sokoto pardons 113 inmates at Correctional Centre
By Suleiman Adamu, Sokoto No fewer than 113 inmates at the Sokoto Correctional Centre were on Tuesday pardoned by Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto. However, 67 of the inmates were released unconditionally with a donation of N50 to each by the governor while 22 death sentences were commuted to life imprisonment. The gesture was in commemoration […]
Kaduna State Local Government Elections Marred by Low Turnout, Absence of Officials, and Unrest
Kaduna, Nigeria – The local government elections held across Kaduna State on Saturday, October 19, 2024, have been overshadowed by widespread irregularities, including the absence of electoral officials and unrest at various polling units. The election, organized by the Kaduna State Independent Electoral Commission (KDSIECOM), was meant to elect local government chairmen and councilors in […]