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0ne Man, Many Parties; Kano’s Long Struggle with Political Monopoly By Barrister Aminu Hussaini Sagagi In the evolving theatre of Kano politics, the reported move by Sen. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is being framed by his loyalists as yet another masterstroke of political relevance. But beneath the familiar choreography ofContinue reading “0ne Man, Many Parties; Kano’s Long Struggle with Political Monopoly”

Kingsley Okafor Welcomes Nollywood Stars Ahead of “AVANTE” Premiere As momentum builds toward the March 29, 2026 premiere of “AVANTE”, excitement continues to ripple through the Nigerian film industry, with many already describing the project as a bold and defining contribution to the evolution of African cinema. Taking the lead in ushering in colleagues andContinue reading “Kingsley Okafor Welcomes Nollywood Stars Ahead of “AVANTE” Premiere”

Australian Mining Executive Referred to Australian Federal Police as Kaduna Communities Allege Bribery and Corruption By Biliyaminu Suraj Fresh allegations of coercion, political interference and foreign bribery have emerged around one of Nigeria’s most promising lithium deposits, after community leaders in Kaduna State referred an Australian mining executive to the Australian Federal Police for investigation.Continue reading “Bribery Allegations Rock Kaduna Lithium Project, Australian Executive Reported to AFP”

China’s Increasing Control of Africa’s Mineral Resources Nigeria’s Minister for Mines prides himself on his recent re-election as Chairman of the newly formed Africa Minerals Strategy Group, established by African Ministers of Minerals and Mining to foster cooperation among African nations in the development of critical minerals.  Minister Alake is a former journalist and closeContinue reading “China’s Increasing Control of Africa’s Mineral Resources”

Governor Uba Sani Deepens Educational Transformation with Massive School Construction and Renovation Across Kaduna State Education remains the strongest pillar for building a prosperous society, and in Kaduna State, the administration of Governor Senator Uba Sani has continued to demonstrate a clear and unwavering commitment to ensuring that every child has access to quality education.Continue reading “Governor Uba Sani Deepens Educational Transformation with Massive School Construction and Renovation Across Kaduna State”

Don’t Pull the Plug: Why Nigerians Are Pleading for the U.S. to Extend Its Police Training Program — and Why It Must Synergize With New Military Arrivals *By Kingsley Okafor When approximately 100 American troops touched down at Bauchi Airfield in northern Nigeria on February 16, 2026, the development made international headlines. Major global newsContinue reading “Don’t Pull the Plug: Why Nigerians Are Pleading for the U.S. to Extend Its Police Training Program — and Why It Must Synergize With New Military Arrivals”

Renewed Hope Initiatives: President Ahmed Tinubu and the Solarization Drive in Nigeria’s Energy Sector Since assuming office in May 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has positioned energy reform as a cornerstone of his administration’s economic transformation agenda. Among the most consequential initiatives is the accelerated push toward solarization—the large-scale deployment of solar energy systems acrossContinue reading “Renewed Hope Initiatives: President Ahmed Tinubu and the Solarization Drive in Nigeria’s Energy Sector”

Kaduna Victims’ Coalition: Survivors and Families Demand Full Accountability for Abuses Under Nasir el-Rufai – No More Impunity, No More Silence We speak today as representatives of countless individuals, families, and communities who endured eight years of profound hardship, terror, fear, and loss under the governorship of Nasir el-Rufai in Kaduna State (2015–2023). Our coalitionContinue reading “Kaduna Victims’ Coalition: Survivors and Families Demand Full Accountability for Abuses Under Nasir el-Rufai – No More Impunity, No More Silence”

‘Civilizational Significance’: Boss Mustapha Lauds Huba Chiefdom’s Progress on 1st Anniversary, Urges Unity, Progress By Tom Garba,Yola Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, CFR, today described the restoration of the Huba Chiefdom as a milestone of profound “civilizational significance,” delivering a compelling address as Chairman of the grand finale marking theContinue reading “‘Civilizational Significance’: Boss Mustapha Lauds Huba Chiefdom’s Progress on 1st Anniversary, Urges Unity, Progress”