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Opinion

From announcements to delivery: Governor Bago and the future of Niger state

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 - by Murtala Adogi Mohammed

Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger state has emerged as one of the most ambitious Governor in Nigeria today. His administration’s “New Niger Agenda” is a sweeping vision covering infrastructure, …

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Opinion

How Uba Sani reversed 54 cumulative years of stagnation in Kaduna state

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 - by Nasir Dambatta

“The care of human life and happiness, and not their destruction, is the first and only object of good government.”  – Thomas Jefferson Leadership is not measured by slogans, photo-ops, …

How Uba Sani reversed 54 cumulative years of stagnation in Kaduna state Read More
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Opinion

The other side of Governor Aliyu

August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 - by Karen Ibrahim

“Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” — Simon Sinek Governor Ahmed Aliyu governs Sokoto state, the Seat of the Caliphate, one …

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Nigerian News

Kebbi: My opponents are mischievous – Idris

July 25, 2025July 26, 2025 - by Muhammad Sadisu Abubakar

Governor Nasir Idris is bitter that his opponents of Kebbi extraction have turned a blind eye to his monumental record of achievements, but were continuing to spread falsehood against his …

Kebbi: My opponents are mischievous – Idris Read More
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Opinion

Governor Aliyu’s revolutionary strides

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025 - by Usman Garba Abubakar

Under the Governor Ahmed Aliyu administration Sokoto state is witnessing a silent revolution across the various sectors in line with his 9- Point Smart Agenda. The governor has taken bold …

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Nigerian News

Exposé on Uba Sani’s security model in Kaduna

July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 - by Murtala Musa

When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu visited Kaduna state to commission the numerous projects executed in just over two years by Governor Uba Sani, even he couldn’t help but marvel at …

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Letters

Two years of Tinubu’s transformative strides

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 - by Jamilu M. Magaji

On May 29, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marked his second anniversary as the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This milestone represents …

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Opinion

Aliyu’s strides in Sokoto’s rural-urban development

June 27, 2025June 27, 2025 - by Gandi Abdullahi

As it is in most states in Nigeria, the Governor Ahmed Aliyu administration in Sokoto state clocked two years in May 29, 2025. That is, a half way progress in …

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Business

Series III Sovereign Green Bond attracted ₦91.42bn subscription – DMO

June 20, 2025June 20, 2025 - by David Agba

The Debt Management Office (DMO) announced that investors have staked the sum of N91.42 billion in the Series III Sovereign Green Bond. This result was made known Thursday, following the …

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Letters

The Sani Solution: How Kaduna governor is turning the tide

June 19, 2025June 19, 2025 - by Emmanuel Kwada

In a region once synonymous with ethno-religious strife, banditry, and insecurity, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state has emerged as a transformative force, rewriting the state’s narrative with a vision …

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Opinion

Gov. Namadi and Jigawa rebirth

June 19, 2025June 19, 2025 - by Adamu Muhd Usman

Malam Umar Namadi (a.k.a Dan Modi) stood out among the contenders for the Jigawa APC gubernatorial nomination, not because he openly declared his intention to run in the 2023 primaries, …

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Opinion

Casting a glow on Gov. Aliyu’s road revolution

June 18, 2025June 18, 2025 - by Nasiru Musa

When the people of Sokoto went to the polls and elected Governor Ahmed Aliyu, I bet, not many believed he would turn out even half as good as he has …

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Opinion

Ahmed Aliyu: Leveraging vision, lifting Sokoto

June 15, 2025June 15, 2025 - by Louis Achi

According to the legendary organisation expert and pioneer of modern leadership principles, Warren Bennis, “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” Visionary leaders execute strategies that transform ambitious …

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Opinion

Inuwa Yahaya: Transforming Gombe state to industrial hub

June 14, 2025June 14, 2025 - by Ahmad Wali Doho

Gombe state has been undergoing a significant transformation under the leadership of Governor Inuwa Yahaya. One of the key initiatives driving this transformation is the development of industrial parks and …

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Nyesom Wike, a man hungry for history

June 9, 2025June 9, 2025 - by Abdul Jelil Adebayo

One thing no one can take away from the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, is that he has a golden touch to everything he lays …

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Opinion

We’re making giant stride in rural road  infrastructure – Gov. Buni

May 31, 2025May 31, 2025 - by Yusuf A Yusuf

Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe state has highlighted the significant strides being made by his administration in connecting rural areas with road infrastructure aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and …

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Nigerian News

Southern Kaduna leaders hail Tinubu, Uba Sani on federal projects 

May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 - by Alabi Abdul

Leaders and stakeholders of Southern Kaduna have commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state for unprecedented federal projects sited in the region. This was revealed …

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Nigerian News

Commissioner thumbs up Zulum over devt strides

May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 - by Gambo Isa

 The Borno state Commissioner for Commerce Trade & Investment, Dr. Tarpaya Asarya, has thumbed up Governor Baba-Gana Zululum for his development strides across the state. Asarya particularly was pleased with …

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Opinion

Two years of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope – a nation reborn

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 - by Musa T. Lawal

As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marks two years in office, Nigeria stands at a historic crossroads—not of despair, but of transformation. The journey from May 29, 2023, to date has …

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Opinion

In two years, Governor Aliyu achieves landmark in road construction

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 - by Dahiru Hassan Kera

In just two years, the Governor Ahmed Aliyu administration has impacted greatly on the lives of the people of Sokoto state. Developmental efforts have been massive in various sectors including …

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Opinion

Governor Sule’s purposeful leadership  

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 - by Ali Abare 

On May 29, 2025, Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa state will mark his six years of visionary leadership, a tenure defined by unprecedented progress, inclusive governance, and a relentless pursuit …

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A nosy citizen’s impression of Governor Aiyedatiwa’s development strides

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 - by Akindele Orimolade 

Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa is indeed a lucky man. He is the 10th Governor of Ondo state and has been in office for 18 months, since December 2023, succeeding late …

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APC chieftain lauds Bago over Bida development plan

May 25, 2025May 25, 2025 - by Benjamin Samson

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Mohammed Kudu Santuraki (Santurakin Nupe), has lauded Niger state Governor Mohammed Umar Bago for launching Bida’s 20-year Development Plan. This was …

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Business

Afreximbank announces 2025 AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 - by David Agba

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), in partnership with the Government of Grenada, has announced that the fourth edition of the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF2025) will be held in St. George’s, Grenada, …

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Letters

Unlocking the dividends of democracy in Yobe

May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 - by Abba Dukawa

Despite political skepticism from opposition politicians, Governor Mai Mala Buni has proven his commitment to serving Yobe state people, prioritising their needs over personal interests since taking office. His political …

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  The All Progressives Congress (APC) under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's leadership requires loyalists like David Kente to solidify its ...

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Transforming South-East with strategic federal presence

If the mountain will not come to Mohammed, then Mohammed must go to the mountain. This is a time-honoured maxim, ...

The Abuja ‘one chance’ menace

The capital of a nation represents its symbol. A visitor may not necessarily traverse the entire country to form their ...

Tinubu’s airport infrastructure master plan will fix gaps – Air Peace

Nigeria’s leading airline Air Peace Chairman, Dr Allen Onyema has described the country’s aviation sector as one poised for a ...

Weaponising orientation for attitudinal change

It will take a miracle to attempt to straighten a dry fish without reducing it to smithereens. That is the ...

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