Written by Tilova For Africa, TFA, a non-profit and advocacy organisation, has called for a deliberate strategy to curb the influx of fake, adulterated and expired drugs into the country, describing it as an evil act. According to the US-based group, the development is endangering the health and well-being of the country and its people, as it … Continue reading “TFA tasks govt on influx of fake, substandard drugs into Nigeria”
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA—The Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Mr. Phrank Shaibu, has criticised President Bola Tinubu for what he described as a “reactionary” and “embarrassing” reversal of the presidential pardon earlier granted to some convicted drug traffickers, kidnappers and other serious offenders. In a statement, yesterday, Shaibu … Continue reading “Tinubu’s pardon U-turn draws fire from Atiku’s aide”
By Idowu Bankole The House of Representatives has passed for second reading a bill seeking to establish the Nigerian Recycling Regulatory Agency, a body that will oversee the licensing, registration, and supervision of recycling businesses across the country. Sponsored by Hon. Fuad Kayode Laguda (FKL), Member representing Surulere 1 Federal Constituency, the proposed legislation aims … Continue reading “Fuad Laguda’s Bill seeks to Establish Nigerian Recycling Regulatory Agency”
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA—A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, yesterday, ordered the permanent forfeiture of a total sum of $49,700 that was allegedly recovered from a former Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, in Sokoto State, Dr. Nura Ali. A team of security operatives recovered the money which was said to have been offered as bribe … Continue reading “Bribery: Court orders forfeiture of $49,700 recovered from ex-INEC REC”
Governor Dauda Lawal has reiterated his administration’s commitment to building a modern, technology-driven Zamfara State. The Governor declared the computer appreciation course for Commissioners and Special Advisers open at the Government House in Gusau on Tuesday. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the retreat is a clear commitment to repositioning … Continue reading “We’re building a tech-driven Zamfara — Governor Lawal”
The Zamfara Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced a six per cent reduction in road accidents compared to 2024 in the state. This was disclosed to newsmen in Gusau, the state capital, by the Sector Commander, Aliyu Ma’aji, during a press briefing to flag off the 2025 Ember Months Campaign in the state. … Continue reading “Urban renewal: Road crashes drop in Zamfara “
The Polio Emergency Operations Centre in Zamfara said over 2 million children have been vaccinated against measles and rubella diseases in the state. Dr Murtala Salahudeen, the Incident Manager in charge of the Centre, disclosed this in Gusau on Saturday at the press conference to mark World Polio Day. Salahudeen further said that over 1.8 … Continue reading “Two million children vaccinated against measles, rubella in Zamfara “
The Wife of Zamfara Governor, Hajiya Huriyya Lawal, says early detection is the most effective way to treat and reduce the impact of cancer among women. Mrs Lawal reaffirmed her commitment to the fight against cancer in her message to commemorate the 2025 World Breast Cancer Day to raise public awareness on the preventive measures … Continue reading “Early detection key to beating cancer – Zamfara first lady”
Zamfara State First Lady Hajiya Hurriya Lawal has donated learning materials to students in the state in a move to deepen digital literacy and women’s empowerment. She also praised First Lady Oluremi Tinubu for establishing digital learning centres in 10 states of the federation. Mrs Lawal, who unveiled the Gusau centre, said the facility would afford … Continue reading “Zamfara First lady donates learning materials to students “
…reiterates Gov. Aiyedatiwa’s zero-tolerance stance on land grabbing and lawful protection of legitimate landowners The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Ondo State, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, SAN, OON, has entered a nolle prosequi to discontinue criminal proceedings against Mr. Fred Akinuoye, popularly known as “Adaja,” who had been remanded in connection with an alleged … Continue reading “Ondo Attorney General Enters Nolle Prosequi, Frees Landowner Framed by Notorious Land Grabber”