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In a rare coincidence, Nigeria lost two of her illustrious sons, Professor Jibril Aminu and Justice Mohammed Uwais, on Thursday, June 5, and Friday June 6, 2025, respectively. Although the …
The demise of Jibril Aminu, Mohammed Uwais Read More
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned academic, public servant, and elder statesman, Professor Jibril Aminu, describing him as a trailblazer whose life …
‘He was an exemplary northern statesman’, ACF mourns Jibril Aminu Read More
The northern political elite under the aegis of the National Political Consultative Group (NPCG), Monday, demanded the unveiling of a political platform that will protect northern interests ahead of the …
2027: Northern leaders demand political party to protect its interest Read More
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has said Nigeria’s problems could be solved from the North. A statement by his spokesman, Ibrahim Umar, …
Nigeria’s problems can be solved from the North – Obi Read More
The Northern Bridge Builders’ Forum (NBBF) has carpeted those calling for the suspension of Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, from office, over his alleged aide’s …
Northern forum condemns calls for Akume’s suspension over alleged aide’s fraud Read More
The North Central People’s Forum (NCPF) has called for a correction in the appointment of the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) board to ensure fairness and equity among its constituent …
North-central forum urges fairness in NCDC board composition Read MoreThe recent reemergence of Boko Haram in the North-east zone after nearly two years of silence is troubling. Their ability to launch an attack on a military base, resulting in …
The resurgence of Boko Haram in the North-east Read MoreTerrorism has become a constant nightmare in Northern Nigeria, with innocent people losing their lives, homes destroyed, and families displaced. The insecurity is not just a threat to peace but …
A call for collective action against insecurity Read More
Last Saturday, the Northern States Governors’ Forum held in Kaduna, where far-reaching decisions on security matters were taken. In this interview, the Chief Press Secretary of Kaduna state Governor, Malam Ibraheem …
No journalist was barred from covering Northern Governors’ meeting – CPS Musa Read More
This piece was first published on August 19, 2012. Savour its recall here: Governor Kashim Shettima of Borno state, one of the leading lights in the North, is not given …
The North and its own Frankenstein Read MoreThe rising wave of insecurity in Nigeria, particularly the recent killings in Benue, Plateau, Zamfara, Kwara and Borno states by unknown gunmen, may have prompted the Nigerian Army to introduce …
The renewed zeal to end insecurity Read MoreThe Northern Democratic Movement (NDM) Wednesday rejected the inflammatory and divisive call by the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) and its Lagos-based leader, Yerima Shettima, for a state of emergency …
NDM condemns AYCF’s call for state of emergency in Zamfara Read More
Nasarawa state governor, Abdullahi Sule, has said it was imperative for the North to work towards the actualisation of President Bola Tinubu ‘s return bid in 2027. He stated this …
2027: Why northern Nigeria must support Tinubu – Sule Read More…Says ‘his administration a stabilising force for Nigeria’s democracy’ The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has dismissed claims suggesting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was a political liability …
Tinubu focused on addressing North’s security, devt challenges – Matawalle Read MoreThe Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), profoundly outraged over what it called the relentless killings of innocent Nigerians in Plateau state in the last few weeks, has demanded immediate and …
CNG demands urgent action on Plateau massacre, bloodshed in North Read More
The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), profoundly outraged over what it called the relentless killings of innocent Nigerians in Plateau state in the last few weeks, has demanded immediate, decisive …
CNG demands urgent action on Plateau massacre, bloodshed in northern Nigeria Read MoreLast week, I shared column titled “Northerners, Don’t Punish Yourselves for Someone Else’s Crime.” The feedback I received, both from Northern and Southern Nigerians, filled me with hope. Hope that …
A cry for redemption: Letter to northern governors, elders Read More
The Northern Ethnic Youth Group Assembly (NEYGA) has lauded the Department of State Services (DSS) for its contributions to national stability and its ongoing fight against banditry and terrorism. A …
Northern group hails DSS, warns against sabotaging war on terrorism. Read More
Former Bauchi state Commissioner of Education, Hon. Jamila Dahiru, has advocated the adoption of home-grown applications in adapting digital technologies to support learning in Northern Nigeria. Dr Dahiru said this …
Ex-Bauchi commissioner advocates local options for technological adoption Read More
Faruk Sayyadi is a Kannywood veteran; he is a design animator, visual effects VFX. He’s a director, screenwriter and actor. In this exclusive interview with IBRAHIM HAMISU in Kano, he shares …
Watching films inspired me to take up acting – Sayyadi Read MoreThe Northern Region of Nigeria is grappling with the scourge of banditry and insurgency, which has led to unprecedented setbacks and underdevelopment. The recent kidnapping of General Maharazu Tsiga, who …
Ending banditry in the North, a collective effort Read More
The almajiri system of religious education started in Northern Nigeria around the 11th century in Kanem-Borno Empire, and was later replicated in the Sokoto Caliphate. Both empires promoted the scheme …
Governor Aliyu and almajiri reform Read MoreWhen the news broke that a group of northern hunters were gruesomely murdered on their way home from the South, our hearts sank in unison. The pain cut deep, and …
Northerners, don’t punish yourselves for someone else’s crime Read MoreThe Northern Senators Forum has condemned in strong terms , the recent killings in five communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State which claimed about 50 lives and …
Northern Senators, David Mark condemn Plateau killings, Benue attacks Read More
The federal government, Monday, flagged off the Universal Basic Education (UBE) school based management committee-school improvement programme (SBMC-SIP) implementation, dissemination of the SBMC-SIP implementation guidelines and Teacher Professional Development (TPD). …
UBEC: FG unveils school-based improvement programme, curriculum guide for teachers Read More