The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has officially flagged off a nationwide enlightenment campaign at Farm Center, Kano State, aimed at deepening public awareness on government programmes and strengthening civic responsibility. Representing the Director-General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, the Director of Legal Services, Barrister Williams Dogo, said the exercise will focus on five thematic areas which directly…
Abuja, Nigeria – July 9, 2025The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has officially announced the appointment of Ms. Wafaa Saeed Abdelatef as the new Country Representative for Nigeria. With more than two decades of experience in humanitarian and development work, Wafaa brings a strong background in leadership, strategic planning, and coordination to UNICEF’s mission in…
Kano, Nigeria – In a significant push toward digital learning, the Nigeria Learning Passport (NLP) technical team has successfully trained 1,000 teachers across the 44 local government areas of Kano State. The training focused on equipping teachers with the skills to open new accounts, study on the NLP platform, and earn certificates — as well…
Abuja, July 7, 2025 — During a courtesy visit by CTBTO Executive Secretary Dr. Robert Floyd to the Presidential Villa, Vice President Kashim Shettima strongly reaffirmed Nigeria’s dedication to a complete global ban on nuclear testing. He emphasized that Africa is determined not to be exploited as a testing site for nuclear weapons. Highlighting the continent’s…
As part of Phase II of its Climate Change Education (CCE) initiative, the Kano-ACReSAL project today carried out a sensitization campaign at the Girls Science and Technical College, under the “Catch Them Young” initiative, the campaign which aims to nurture young environmental advocates and promote environmental sustainability. In his opening remarks, the Acting Project Coordinator…
Sulaiman Auwal Marshall The national component lead conditional cash transfer on the Agile program, Haj Kubrah Muhammad stated this during the advocacy and sensitisation campaign on conditional cash transfer CCT and financial literacy, held in Kano State. She also Emphasize the issue of financial literacy on the program. She urged parents and guardian to successful…
Rio de Janeiro, July 6–7, 2025 — Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu used his address at the 17th BRICS Summit to urge a significant overhaul of global governance, finance, and healthcare systems to better serve low‑income and emerging economies—particularly those in Africa. Tinubu emphasized that environmental degradation, climate change, and unequal access to healthcare are key factors impeding…
Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya has significantly reshaped Kano State’s public image since assuming the role of Commissioner for Information. Drawing from his background in civil society activism, Waiya has prioritized transparency, public engagement, and strategic communication to foster a more open and responsive government. Strengthening Media Relations and Public Engagement Waiya has actively cultivated strong…
By Abdu Labaran Malumfashi Worried by the increasing rise in drug-induced snatching and other criminal activities, the week before last, the leader of the Katsina state Hisba Board requested all the Imams leading Friday prayer, to give their summons on drug abuse, a menace that has become so pervasive in the state. It has also…
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has reacted to the recent resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), stating that the development signals deeper internal struggles within the ruling party. Speaking to SolaceBase, the NNPP’s National Publicity Secretary, Yakubu Shendam, described Ganduje’s resignation as a welcome…
