The turbaning of Hon. Alhassan Ado Doguwa (APC, Doguwa Tudun Wada Federal Constituency of Kano State) and Majority Leader of House of Representatives, as the Sardaunan Kasar Hausa Mai Tuta by the revered Emir of Daura, HRH Alhaji Faruq Umar Faruq, marks a significant milestone in the life of a distinguished son of Hausaland and a symbol of purposeful leadership
Category: Features
Lami Fatima Babare (1966-2018): She would have been 59, by Hassan Gimba
This was first published on March 12, 2018, nine days after her death. It is repeated wholly with only a headline change as a posthumous birthday seven years after
China says it’s ready to fight ‘any type of war’ with USA
China has warned the US it is ready to fight “any type” of war after hitting back at President Donald Trump’s mounting trade tariffs.
For Trump, life is an objective question: it’s either ‘yes’ or ‘no’, by Uji A. Iliyasu
It seems unlikely that the new American president, Donald Trump’s priorities have shifted to put world peace above all else.
In his 2017 speech to the United Nations General Assembly, he stressed the importance of sovereignty and national interests, stating, “as president of the United States, I will always put America first”
January 15th 1966: A morning of murder, mayhem and carnage
the early hours of the morning of January 15th 1966 a coup d’etat took place in Nigeria which resulted in the murder of a number of leading political figures and senior army off
Gov Aliyu’s 9-Point agenda and US emvoy’s commendation
Gov Aliyu’s 9-Point agenda and US emvoy’s commendation By Salihu Abdullahi Governor Aliyu’s vision for a transformed Sokoto State is gaining momentum, and his dedication to his people’s welfare is being acknowledged at the highest levels. The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Richard Mills Jnr, has extolled Gov. Ahmed Aliyu’s 9-Point agenda for the state. […]
Tax reform bill: In defence of Senator Babangida Hussaini
Tax reform bill: In defence of Senator Babangida Hussaini By Lawal Jet Kaugama If a person is bent on tarnishing your image, there is nothing you can do to please him. This is the case with one Kabiru Musa Bature on his Facebook wall against the Distinguished Senator Babangida Hussaini (APC Jigawa North West) purported […]
Hardship: SOSG sells rice at 55% to the needy
FEATURE Hardship: SOSG sells rice at 55% to the needy By Abubakar Aminu Gov. Ahmed Aliyu recently inaugurated the committee for the sale of rice at 55 per cent discount. During the inauguration he warned members of the committee against politicizing the exercise. According to a release signed by Press Secretary to Sokoto State Governent, […]
New fighter jet: Gov. Aliyu ridding the northwest of banditry
FEATURE New fighter jet: Gov. Aliyu ridding the northwest of banditry By Isa Ahmed Facilities Inspection Gov. Ahmed Aliyu inspected a military jet and other facilities provided by Sokoto State Government in preparation for a new military operation code-named FANSAR YAMMA, aimed at ridding the Northwest zone of banditry. The governor, in company of the […]
On presidential award of excellence for Gov Aliyu
On presidential award of excellence for Gov Aliyu By Danladi Suleiman Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State was conferred with the Presidential Award of Excellence due to his outstanding achievements in office. One of his notable accomplishments is his commitment to addressing the state’s water supply challenges. Recently, he awarded a N14 billion contract to […]