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 Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar ’s proposal to reintroduce what he describes as a “ targeted subsidy ” on petrol has triggered a fresh debate over the future of Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector , with the Presidency questioning the sustainability of the proposal and Atiku’s camp defending it as a measure to ease the burden of rising living costs. The controversy has also exposed differences in the explanations offered by members of Atiku’s political team over how such a subsidy would operate, raising questions about the precise economic framework behind the proposal. Atiku recently said that, if elected president, he would restore a targeted subsidy on petrol as part of measures to restore purchasing power and reduce pressure on households and businesses. Atiku Abubakar,Former Vice president of Nigeria and ADC presidential candidate. I will restore targeted subsidy and put purchasing power back in the hands of Nigerians,” he said, insisting that his position had not ch...

Governor Honours Founding Fathers, Past Leaders, Citizens; Says State’s Future Depends on Peace, Strong Institutions By Abdullahi Idris Dustse  DUSTSE:  As Jigawa State marks 35 years of its creation, Governor Malam Umar Namadi has called for renewed commitment to peace, justice, responsible leadership and sustainable development , urging citizens to build on the foundations laid by the state’s founding fathers and successive administrations. The governor made the call in his anniversary message marking the creation of Jigawa State on August 27, 1991 , by the Federal Military Government under the leadership of the then Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, GCFR . Created out of the old Kano State , with Dutse as its capital, Jigawa has, over the past 35 years, evolved through the contributions of successive governments, institutions and generations of citizens. Governor Namadi described the anniversary as an opportunity for gratitude, reflection and ren...

  ABUJA : There are strong indications that former Nasarawa State PDP Chairman, Alhaji Adamu Ninga , may emerge as the running mate to the Labour Party governorship candidate, Rt. Hon. Jonathan Gaza , ahead of the 2027 elections . Sources suggest that the nomination, if confirmed, would be widely commended as a “perfect choice,” combining experience, resilience, and dedication to move the state forward. Alhaji Adamu Ninga An insider described the move as a major step toward inclusive governance, while political analysts said it reflects Gaza’s commitment to unity, fairness, justice, and equal opportunity. Ninga, regarded as an accomplished politician and institution builder, is praised for his transformational leadership and track record of peace, integrity, and humility.

Nigeria’s public health sector is at a critical crossroads: technology, emerging diseases and shifting health threats are reshaping the way care is delivered, while persistent inequalities continue to expose millions of people to preventable risks. Participants been recognised at the occasion  That was the central message at the 37th National Conference of the Professional Association of Public Health Nurses of Nigeria (PAPHNON) and the 6th Joint Conference of the Society for Public Health Professionals of Nigeria (SPHPN), held in Abuja under the theme, “Public Health in a Changing World.” The conference brought together public health nurses, physicians, researchers, academics, policymakers, development partners and other professionals to examine how Nigeria can build a stronger, more resilient and equitable health system. At the heart of the discussions was a simple but demanding proposition: innovation must translate into better health outcomes for ordinary Nigerians. “

  Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state  Bauchi State Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed ,has congratulated the newly elected Chairmen of the 20 Local Government Councils in the state,following the successful conclusion of the local government council elections and the subsequent announcement of the results by the Bauchi State Independent Electoral Commission (BASIEC). Governor Bala Mohammed described the elections as successful,peaceful and credible, commending BASIEC, security agencies, political parties, election officials , elections observers , Media and other stakeholders for their contributions towards the smooth conduct of the exercise. The Governor particularly commended the people of Bauchi State for their peaceful and orderly participation in the elections,noting that the electorate had once again demonstrated their commitment to democracy by freely exercising their constitutional right to elect candidates of their choice. He congratulated the newly elected Chair...

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule , on Monday inaugurated a nine-member Security Advisory Committee to strengthen intelligence gathering, public order and the state’s response to security challenges. The committee is chaired by retired Major General Iliyasu Isah Abbah , with other members drawn largely from retired senior military, police and security personnel. Members of the committee been inaugurated in Liafia   Those inaugurated alongside the chairman are retired Air Vice Marshal Bmibmitawuza David Solomon; retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police Mohammed Ali Ari Doma ; retired Brigadier-General Jafaru Agbashi Ebu; retired Commissioner of Police Isa Usman Baba; retired Wing Commander Umar Mohammed Awe; retired Wing Commander Mukhtar Usman; and retired Chief Superintendent of Police Adamu Tanko Umar. Members of the committee post for photography  The Permanent Secretary, Security and Sundry Matters, Iliya Sunday (JP), will serve as secretary to the committee. The...

AYINGBA, Kogi State — Peter Obi ,NDC Presidential Candidate has donated ₦10 million to the Grimard College of Nursing Sciences , Ayingba, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, for the establishment of a Skills Laboratory Centre . The donation, made during a visit to the institution on Saturday, August 15, is part of Mr peter Obi ’s continued support for nursing education and healthcare development . Mr Peter Obi post with students of College. A few years ago, the college faced the threat of losing its accreditation over the lack of a bus for students’ clinical placements . Following Mr Peter Obi’s intervention and the subsequent provision of a school bus, the institution retained its accreditation and continued training nurses and other healthcare professionals. Speaking during the visit, Obi urged the management and staff to sustain their commitment to excellence and encouraged students to remain dedicated to their studies. He said nursing offers broad career opportunities...

  The Presidential candidate of the Allied People’s Movement (APM), Ola Makinde , has called for a shift towards outcome-based politics ahead of the 2027 general elections , saying Nigerians are more interested in measurable improvements in their lives than campaign promises and government announcements. Makinde spoke on Thursday at the APM national elective convention in Bauchi , where Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State was inaugurated as the party’s national leader. Seyimankide APM Presidential Candidate  He said the central question voters would ask political parties ahead of 2027 was simple: “What has changed for Nigerians?” According to him, Nigerians judge government policies by their practical impact on everyday life. “When our mothers go to the market, they don't experience economic policy as a statistic; they experience it in what their money can buy — how much rice, beans or gari they can take home,” Makinde said. He said the same principle applied to empl...

From Abdullahi Idris, Dutse Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi , has welcomed the Federal Government’s intervention to help farmers affected by dry spells and irregular rainfall, saying the distribution of certified improved seeds would enable them to recover lost production and strengthen food and nutrition security . Gov.Namadi flagging off the distribution of fertiliser to farms community in Dustse Namadi spoke on Thursday through his deputy, Engr Aminu Usman, who represented him at the flag-off of the Seeds for Renewed Hope Programme in Dutse. The initiative, implemented by the National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) in partnership with the Jigawa State Government, is expected to benefit about 5,000 farmers through the distribution of certified cowpea, sesame and groundnut seeds to enable them take advantage of the remaining planting window. The governor described the intervention as timely, particularly for farmers who had suffered losses because of dry spells and erratic...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vowed to revive Nigeria’s refineries, insisting they must return to efficient and profitable operations. Speaking to NUPENG leaders at the State House on Thursday, Tinubu said the government would undertake research, technical assessments and structural reforms to address the facilities’ challenges. NUPENG President Salimon Oladiti commended the removal of fuel subsidy and urged the President to sustain efforts to revive the refineries. The union also praised ongoing federal road projects and later decorated Tinubu as its Grand Patron .

  ABUJA, Aug. 13, 2026 — Nigeria and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have agreed to deepen cooperation on humanitarian affairs , youth empowerment and socio-economic development as both sides seek practical responses to insecurity and humanitarian challenges across the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin . Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed , received the OIC Assistant Secretary-General, Ambassador Dr Tarig Ali Bakheet , at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja . The commitment emerged on Wednesday when the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, received the OIC Assistant Secretary-General, Ambassador Dr Tarig Ali Bakheet, at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. The discussions centred on strengthening Nigeria’s longstanding relationship with the 57-member organisation, with particular attention to humanitarian assistance, countering extremism, cultural exchange, capacity building and development. Ahmed proposed the establishment of ...

For farmers in Oju II (Uwokwu) State Constituency , representation took on a practical meaning as the Majority Whip of the Benue State House of Assembly , Hon. Cyril Ijebe Ikong , commenced the first phase of a major agricultural empowerment programme aimed at putting farm inputs, equipment and financial support directly into the hands of constituents. The intervention, which cuts across the five council wards of the constituency, was flagged off at Ebenta Playground, Okpokpo, Uwokwu, in the presence of traditional rulers, community leaders, political stakeholders, farmers, youths and beneficiaries. Rt Hon Cyrill IKong at his constituency post with beneficials in Oju 11 The programme provides 300 sprayer/fumigation cans, 350 bags of 10kg fertiliser and 60 cartons of herbicides , alongside financial assistance to beneficiaries to support farm labour and the purchase of improved seedlings. For Ikong, the initiative is not simply a distribution exercise. It is an attempt to address some ...

Officials of the Zamfara State Ministry of Works and Infrastructure have commended Rockseed International Company for the quality and pace of work on the ongoing Unguwar Gwaza Housing Estate project, while expressing concern over delays on the One Time–Barakallahu–Kaura Road project . One of one-way road The Acting Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Engr Amiru Musa Anka , led directors and technical engineers on an unscheduled inspection of ongoing projects across the state to assess progress, workmanship and compliance with approved specifications. At the Unguwar Gwaza Housing Estate, the inspection team praised Rockseed International Company for what it described as impressive progress and quality execution. Anka said the contractor had demonstrated professionalism and commitment to delivering the project to the required standard, urging the company to maintain the pace and ensure timely completion without compromising quality. He said the ministry would continue to provide tech...

Calabar , the historic capital of Cross River State, is a city where culture, commerce and maritime activity meet. Known for its rich colonial heritage, colourful festivals and strategic location along Nigeria’s southeastern coastline, the city has long maintained an important connection with the sea . Calabar Anchorage .Nigeria Just offshore lies Calabar Anchorage , where vessels wait before proceeding to the Calabar Port Complex . Ships may anchor there while awaiting berth space, pilotage, clearance or favourable conditions to navigate the port channel. The anchorage is also gaining renewed attention as the Federal Government moves to strengthen Nigeria’s eastern ports and reduce pressure on Lagos . Plans to dredge the Calabar channel could allow larger vessels to access the port, potentially increasing maritime traffic and commercial activity in the area. City Calabar south South Nigeria. Security remains an important part of the story. While the situation around Calabar Anchorag...

Governor Umar Namadi has outlined the Jigawa State Government ’s efforts to modernise agriculture,expand irrigation and mechanisation, strengthen agricultural research,and promote technical and vocational education. The Governor spoke at Government House,Dutse, when the National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), led by its National President, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya , paid him a courtesy visit on the sidelines of the union’s NEC meetingin Jigawa State . Governor Umar Namadi  with National Chairman of NUJ Cmdr  Alhassan Yahaya Governor Namadi thanked the NUJ leadership for choosing Jigawa State to host its national meeting, saying the engagement was an opportunity to exchange ideas and showcase some of the development initiatives being implemented across the state. He also appreciated the positive observations made by members of the union after visiting some government projects and programmes. The Governor said agriculture remained a major pri...