Tag: Northern Nigeria
NiMet urges airlines to review flight plans over dust haze threat
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has warned airlines about a strong dust haze that could disrupt flight operations. In its…
When stewardship died: How Northern Nigeria lost its compass
The miseducation of Northern Nigeria did not begin in classrooms, nor did it originate in religion or culture. It began…
“North now has 19 Sardaunas, but lacks peace,” Aliyu laments growing insecurity
The former governor said the rising incidents of killings, kidnappings and general insecurity were unacceptable, stressing that the primary responsibility…
2027: North solidly behind Tinubu, Minister says
Contrary to the claim, Ata said the majority of northerners are ready to reciprocate President Tinubu's goodwill and politics of…
Minister tackles Kwankwaso over claims of Tinubu marginalizing the North
The Minister also questioned, "how a political figure whose influence is largely confined to the Kano area—and who suffered defeat…
Radda hails FG’s $158m agricultural value-chain programme for Northern Nigeria
The eight-year programme initiative, which will be implemented immediately in nine northern states including Katsina, aims to sustainably reduce poverty,…
‘Tinubu not liability to Northern Nigeria’
Matawalle also affirmed that Nigeria’s democracy under Tinubu is more stable than ever.
“North’s support for Tinubu unshakeable,” Matawalle tackles ex-SGF Lawal
Matawalle said the people of the North will rally behind the President and re-elect him to build upon the achievements…
Borgu, Northern Nigeria, and Yoruba History
That the name Yoruba is an exonym from the North of Nigeria for the people of Oyo is so settled…
Kwankwaso: Efforts ongoing from Lagos axis to colonise Kano, Northern Nigeria
On the on tax collection, Kwankwaso said, “Today, we are aware that the Lagos young men are working so hard…
TCN confirms power restoration to seven northern states
TCN said it appreciated the patience and understanding from those affected as its engineers worked diligently to restore the 330kV…
TCN promises speedy restoration of power supply to Northern Nigeria
TCN, in a statement by its spokesperson, Ndidi Mba on Sunday said it is working with the office of the…
That Coup in the North and the Federation Account
Most states in the North, especially where the so-called hunger protesters were calling for a coup and foreign interventions in…
Northern education backwardness self imposed – Adamu
Adamu who spoke at the public presentation of Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS) Book 1 series for Nigerian universities…
Tinubu and the North: Always as friends
The story of Asiwaju Tinubu’s association with the North is a long one. I will attempt a quick recast. Tinubu’s…
Baba-Ahmed: I’ve cleared all ‘roadblocks’ for Peter Obi in Northern Nigeria
Analysts have said while Obi is popular among the youths in the Southern part of the country, he is relatively…
Igbo needs northern Nigeria to maintain financial strength – Ohanaeze Ndigbo
Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has stressed that the people of the South-east need to stay in the North and…
If the North secedes from Nigeria, the rest of the country will suffer
No single person from the North is afraid of break up of Nigeria. None whatsoever. And I am not sure…
Why North is backward in education – Report
A research commissioned by Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation has revealed why the North is backward in education. The research…
El-Rufai: Northern Nigeria backward, uneducated, unhealthy
Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasiru El-Rufa’i, was unsparing in his assessment of Northern Nigeria on Saturday as he described the…
100 women die daily in Northern Nigeria during childbirth – UNFPA
Ms Ratidzai Ndhlovu, Nigeria Country Director of United Nations Population Fund ( UNFPA), says no fewer than 100 women die…
Buhari launches 260km Super Highway, pledges speedy completion
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday lauched the 260-kilometre Calabar-Kastina-Ala Super Highway road project at Obung, Cross River. The President expressed…
Child Marriage And The Day Of The African Child
By Bilikis Bakare While some people tag it adherence to age long religious tradition popular in a number of regions…
Northern Nigeria economy finished: Governor Yuguda
The economy of Nigeria’s northern part has been shattered by the activities of Boko Haram, Governor Isa Yuguda of Bauchi…
EU to implement peace programme in Northern Nigeria
The United Nations Women Representatives to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mrs Grace Ongile, said European Union would implement a programme to…
Northern Nigeria ready for national confab, says Aliyu
The Governor of the central Nigerian state of Niger, Alhaji Babangida Aliyu, on Saturday said the North is ready for…
Gunmen sack Kaduna village, killing 11
No fewer than 11 people were on Saturday killed in a renewed attack in Zangang village in Attakar Chiefdom, Kaura…
Makarfi counsels Arewa Christian Forum
Chairman, Senate Committee on Finance, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has advised Nigerians to elect candidates based on their ability, rather than…
Kidnapping: France warns citizens to be cautious in Benin
Paris has warned visitors to Benin Republic to be on high alert for possible revenge kidnappings or attacks over France’s…
Briton, Greek, Italian, 4 others abducted in Nigeria
Gunmen stormed a construction site in northern Nigeria, kidnapping seven foreign workers and killing a security guard, police said Sunday,…