NDLEA destroys over 12 tonnes of illicit drugs in Kano

KANO, Nigeria — In a major offensive against narcotics trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, publicly destroyed 12,233.946 kilograms (approximately...

ISWAP invades Borno school, kidnaps students writing NECO

MAIDUGURI, NIGERIA — Heavily armed insurgents suspected to be members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) launched a daring daylight attack on a...

Atiku warns against alleged plot to block ADC from 2027 election

ABUJA, NIGERIA — Former Vice President and the newly minted presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has sounded the alarm...

From Corruption to Cannabis: As Governor Yusuf Puts Muhiyi, Anti-Graft Czar, in Charge of Kano Drug Crackdown

By Abba Anwar Impressed by the performance of the former Executive Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, Barrister Muhiyi Magaji Rimingado, Governor...

UniAbuja students, FRSC partner to promote road safety among keke riders

By Chukwudi Divine The Department of Development and Strategic Communication, Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, University of Abuja, in collaboration with the Students' Union Government...

HE Garo Vs Hon Kwankwaso As Deputy Gov. Candidate(s): Xraying Dakata, Danzaki Positions

By Abba Anwar A debate comparing the Deputy Governor His Excellency Murtala Sule Garo and Hon Mustapha Rabi'u Kwankwaso, as contestants for the position of Deputy...

FCMS holds first-ever student election, elects new executive council

ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Faculty of Communication and Media Studies (FCMS) has successfully ushered in its pioneer student leadership following its historic first-ever executive council...

Yakubu Gowon University hosts 51st inaugural lecture on climate-resilient crop biotechnology

ABUJA, NIGERIA — In a major academic milestone aimed at addressing global environmental challenges, Yakubu Gowon University (formerly the University of Abuja) hosted its 51st...

Politics

Gov Abba Yusuf blasts Gwarzo, cites lack of constructive ideas

KANO, NIGERIA — The political rift between Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and his former Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo,...

Investigation

Kano Poly Management Denies Lack of Lab Equipment Amid Growing Student Frustration

KANO — The management of the Kano State Polytechnic has officially dismissed allegations by students claiming the institution lacks the necessary laboratory...

Business

Jaiz Bank records N31.24bn profit before tax in 2025

ABUJA, Nigeria — Jaiz Bank Plc has announced strong financial results for the 2025 financial year, reporting a profit before tax of...

Metro

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Kano: Residents raise alarm over rising car thefts in Sabon Gari

KANO, Nigeria — A severe wave of automobile thefts and violent petty crimes has gripped the commercial enclave of Sabon Gari in...

Cover Stories

NDLEA destroys over 12 tonnes of illicit drugs in Kano

KANO, Nigeria — In a major offensive against narcotics trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, publicly destroyed...