The federal government will soon issue an executive order to regulate pharmaceutical prices and make essential medicine more affordable for citizens. Coordinating Minister of Health, Ali Pate, disclosed this to State House correspondents on Wednesday after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa. He stated that rising drug costs have put life saving commodities out of reach for many Nigerians. Read Also: Kano Health Agencies Urged to Develop, Review Service Charters According to him, the executive order aims to enable local drug manufacturers to thrive, while ensuring fair pricing of essential…
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Uknown gunmen, suspected to be terrorists, have abducted two female students from Al-Qalam University in Katsina State. The victims, identified as Habiba Ango Shantali and Maryam Abubakar Musa, were taken on their way back to school on Monday, January 15. The President of the National Association Of Niger State Students (NANISS), Comrade Gambo Idris Shehu, confirmed the incident in a statement signed by the Secretary-General, Comrade Mohammed Ibrahim. Read Also: IGP Orders Intensified Efforts To ‘Decimate Kidnappers’ In FCT The statement reads, “The National Executives Council just received the sad news that two of our students from Niger State who…
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday provoked another political interest in Rivers State politic as he sworn in Ambassador Desmond Akawor as Commissioner of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). The new RMAFC commissioner is the current Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State. The brief swearing-in ceremony was held minutes before the commencement of the first Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting in the year, in the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Read Also: Buhari Didn’t Interfere In My Cabinet Composition, Says Tinubu Ambassador Akawor is a close allay of former Rivers state Governor…
The Imperial King of England, Charles III will visit the hospital next week to undergo treatment of an enlarged prostate. The 75-year-old monarch was keen to share the details of his diagnosis to encourage other men who may have symptoms to get checked in line with public health advice, it is believed. Hence, King Charles public engagements will be postponed while he recuperates after the corrective procedure in a few days, Buckingham Palace has announced Wednesday. Read Also: Bolivia becomes first Latin American to cut diplomatic ties with Israel The King had a series of meetings and events planned at…
A Federal High Court in Abuja today (Wednesday) declared null and void the provisions of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code authorizing the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to impose fines on broadcast stations for alleged breaches of the Code as it ruled that administrative and regulatory bodies could not exercise judicial powers. Delivering judgment in a suit instituted by Media Rights Agenda (MRA) against the NBC following the Commission’s imposition of fines of N5 million each on a television station and three pay TV platforms in 2022 for allegedly undermining Nigeria’s national security by broadcasting documentaries on banditry in Nigeria, Justice Rita…
In a significant show of solidarity and recognition, the Chairman of Nassarawa Local Government has extended heartfelt congratulations to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his landmark victory in the Supreme Court. Auwalu Aranposu said the apex court’s ruling in favor of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has been hailed as a triumph of democracy and a redemption of the judiciary’s image. The congratulatory message comes on the heels of the Supreme Court’s declaration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf as the rightful winner of the March 18, 2023 Kano governorship election. The Chairman, in his statement, underscored the importance of this victory…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has interrogated the Accountant General of the Federation (AGF), Oluwatoyin Madein, and some members of staff of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs over alleged N585.2 million fraud in the ministry. An EFCC source told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that Ms Madein and some other members of staff were invited over an alleged link to the alleged N585.2 million case involving the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu. The source said that the AGF was quizzed by EFCC interrogators for several hours at the anti-graft agency’s headquarters, Jabi, Abuja, but was…
In meticulous preparation for the 2024 Hajj pilgrimage, the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, under the leadership of Alhaji Laminu Rabi’u Danbappa, Director General, is dedicated to providing an improved and comfortable accommodation experience for the pilgrims in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Today, Alhaji Laminu Rabi’u Danbappa, in collaboration with the National Hajj Commission Committee, personally supervised the selection of accommodations in Saudi Arabia. The aim is to ensure that our pilgrims encounter no hardship during their sacred journey of performing Hajj. Read Also: Kano Pilgrims Welfare Board Begins Sales of 2024 Hajj Seats, Sets N4.5 Million Deposit The…
The Kogi State House of Assembly has screened and cleared three nominees forwarded to it by Governor Yahaya Bello. The nominees were taken through question-and-answer sessions by the Committee of the Whole on Tuesday. The nominees are Abdulraheem Ohiare to serve as the Executive Chairman, Kogi State Security Trust Fund, Abdulrazaq Mohammed, to serve as the Executive Chairman, Kogi State Universal Basic Education Board while Sule Saliu Enehe, to serve as the Executive Chairman, Kogi State Internal Revenue Service. The Speaker of the House, Aliyu Umar Yusuf, charged the new appointees to work hard and bring their wealth of experience…
A leading international oil company, Shell, has agreed to sell its Nigerian onshore subsidiary, Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited, SPDC, to Renaissance, a consortium of five companies based in Nigeria, and an international energy group, for up to $2.4 billion. The company disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. The development will bring an end to the British oil giant’s core operation in Nigeria years after its formation in 1979. However, the company stated that completion of the transaction is subject to approvals by the Federal Government of Nigeria, which has a 55 percent stake, and other conditions.…
The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has blamed Chairmen of the six area councils for the ongoing strike by primary school teachers in the territory. Wike, who addressed journalists in Abuja on Tuesday shortly before a close door emergency meeting with security agencies and the Chairmen, said the local council officials have not lived up to their responsibilities. The FCT wing of the Nigeria Union of Teachers on Sunday directed primary school teachers to proceed on an indefinite strike from Jan. 15. The strike is a continuation of an earlier one suspended by the union in 2023 over non-payment of 40…
President Bola Tinubu, former President Muhammadu Buhari and his wife, Aisha and former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon retired, among others, on Tuesday, January 16, officially unveiled a book titled: “Working with Buhari (2015 – 2023)” in Abuja. Also presented was a five-volume book on “Muhammadu Buhari: The Nigerian Legacy – 2015 – 2023 (Vols 1-5), edited by Dr. Udu Yakubu. The book was reviewed by the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Professor Eghosa Osaghae, and a Professor of Political Science, Kabiru Mayo. The book “Working with Buhari” was written by a former Special Adviser…
Waterleaf is one of the most underrated and undervalued plants in Nigeria today. Most people regard it as a wild plant that grows all year. However, this vegetable is known to be an annual herbaceous plant of West Africa, commonly seen in most of the states in Nigeria (majorly in the South). It’s called Gbure in Yoruba, Mgbolodi in Igbo and Ebe dondon in Edo. Waterleaf contains lots of water and nutrients such as minerals, vitamins, crude fibre, lipids and others which make them highly medicinal. Read Also: List of Courses Offered in FCAPT Kano Some of the benefits the…
Federal College of Agricultural Produce Technology with a Campus in Hotoro Kano, was established in 2008 to train middle-level manpower in agriculture, post-harvest technology and agricultural produce inspection. The college offered in many discipline not only agricultural related fields, but also in management. Read Also: FCAPT Entry form sale for HND, ND closes January Ending – College National Diploma (ND) Regular/Full Time 1) National Diploma in Agricultural Technology 2) National Diploma in Animal Health and Production Technology 3) National Diploma in Horticultural Technology 4) National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology 5) National Diploma in Food Science Technology 6) National Diploma…
As we mark the anniversary of significant events in Nigeria’s history, it is essential to reflect on the lessons learned from our past and look towards a future of unity, understanding, and progress. The events of January 15th, both in 1966 and 1970, remind us of the deep divisions that once tore our nation apart. Today, as Nigerians, we stand at a pivotal moment in our history, where we have the opportunity to harness the strength of our diversity for the betterment of our nation. Nigeria is a country rich in diversity, with over 250 ethnic groups, each contributing to…
By Suhaib Auwal Gwagwarwa In a remarkable demonstration of youth mobilization and unwavering support, Amb. Yusuf Imam Ogan Boye emerged as a key figure in gathering a massive crowd to welcome Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf back to the state after a pivotal Supreme Court judgment. Beyond the celebratory atmosphere, this event shed light on the need for Ogan Boye’s reinstatement as Special Adviser Youths and Sports, after he faced consequences for speaking out against alleged manipulations in the Kano Governorship election judgment. Ogan Boye’s ability to connect with the youth played a pivotal role in the crowd-gathering spectacle.…
A late night fire, has led to the death of seven family members, while one sustained various degree of injuries at Tudun wada quarters, Nasarawa local government area, Kano. The executive secretary, Kano state emergency management agency (SEMA) Alhaji Isiyaku Abdullahi Kubarachi confirmed the incident to Journalist in Kano. According to him, the midnight fire was triggered by electric fault, which led to the death of Malam Shu’aibu and his family. Read Also:PHOTO NEWS: Gov. Yusuf makes triumphant return to Kano amid Mammoth Supporters after Supreme Court Victory He stressed that, the fire started from the living room, where the…
Kano State All Progressive Congress (APC) governorship candidate His Excellency Dr. Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna on Sunday night met behind closed doors with one of the party’s stakeholders in Kano Malam Inuwa Waya, at his residence in Abuja. This was contained in a statement signed by the Media Aide to Dr. Gawuna, Abubakar Musa, and obtained by ‘Good Evening Nigeria’. Read Also: OPINION: The Significance Of Tinubu’s First Week Of 2024 – Tunde Rahman Recall that the Supreme Court on Friday, 12 January 2024 reversed the decision of the Court of Appeal and the Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal which earlier delivered…
Police operatives in Kaduna State have arrested a suspected thief of a solar-powered generator and its battery that supplies a Juma’at mosque in Hunkuyi, Kudan Local government Area of the state. Confirming the arrest, the Public Relations Officer, Kaduna State Police Command, ASP Mansir Hassan, said operatives at the divisional area have arrested one Basiru Rabiu of Sabon Gari, Hunkuyi, for the alleged offence. He explained that the suspect was apprehended when the locals became suspicious of his movement around the mosque. The suspect was subsequently arrested and after investigation confessed to stealing the solar-powered generator and its battery. He…
It was triumphant return of a brave hero of Kwankwasiyya moment and the beloved Governor of the people of Kano, Abba Kabir Yusuf back home after a widely celebrated victory at the Supreme Court. Thousands of supporters of the New Nigeria People’s Party(NNPP), on Sunday, took over the entire Kano-Zaria high way to received the ‘Gida Gida’, in their multitude crowd that triggered unwanted gridlock. It was not a pleasant experience for unconcious travelers who were either returning or going out of Kano along the Kano-Zaria-Kaduna high way as the mammoth crowd matched down from Kano metropolis to Konar Dangora,…