Islamic new year: Katsina govt gives workers a day off on Friday

The Executive Governor of Katsina State,  Dikko Umaru Radda has declared Friday, 27th June, 2025, as a work-free day to commemorate the new Islamic year 1447AH… The announcement was made…

Mecca’s grand mosque: Kaaba’s Kiswa replacement ceremony begins

The traditional ceremony of replacing the Kiswa (cover) of the Holy Kaabah at the Grand Mosque in Mecca commenced on Wednesday evening.… The King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaabah…

Whatever Tinubu asks, I’ll do – Barau shows allegiance

Senator Barau Jibrin, the Deputy President of the Senate, has stated that while he would prefer not to be drawn into discussions about who might become President Bola Tinubu’s running…

No Shettima, no support: Jingir’s warning to Tinubu

Spiritual leader and National Chairman, Ulam’u Council of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’a Wa’ikamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS), Sheik Sani Yahaya Jingir, has declared that he wouldn’t support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027…

Africa’s next step: Renewal over resilience – Shettima tells Afreximbank forum

Barbara Bako, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on African nations to move beyond mere survival and build a future anchored on economic transformation, regional collaboration, and inclusive growth……

Islamic new year: Kano declares public holiday on Thursday

In observance of 1447 Islamic New Year, the Kano State Government has declared a public holiday on Thursday.… This is contained in a statement by the state Commissioner for Information…

SEC targets financial inclusion by 2030, warns on inequality

Barbara Bako, Abuja. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has sounded a strong warning that Nigeria must act swiftly to deepen financial inclusion through targeted investments by 2030—or risk exacerbating…

VP dreams? Not for me – Gov Radda on 2027

Dikko Umaru Radda, Governor of Katsina State, has stated that reports of his vice-presidential ambition are unfounded…. . This was as the governor declared that his focus remains serving the…

FG moves to pay contractors, settle wage arrears

Barbara Bako, Abuja. The Federal Government has begun moves to clear outstanding payments owed to genuine contractors who delivered projects across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). This was disclosed by…

Tinubu to sign four tax bills into law Thursday

Tinubu to sign four tax bills into law Thursday By Yusuf Issa An-Nuphawi President Bola Tinubu will, on Thursday, sign into law four groundbreaking tax reform bills that will transform…