The Katsina State Police Command has foiled a cattle rustling operation and recovered 12 cows stolen by suspected armed bandits in Bakori Local Government Area. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday in Katsina. He stated that the incident occurred around 11 p.m. on June 2, when armed bandits invaded Gidan Dan Maye village along the Gangaren Makurdi–Jargaba axis, rustling 12 cows and an unspecified number of sheep. Upon receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Bakori quickly mobilized police operatives and vigilante members to the area. “The team…
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The Kano State Government has upgraded 320 Primary Health Care (PHC) centres to Level 2 and Level 3 status and added eight new secondary health facilities, bringing the total to 52. Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran, disclosed this on Wednesday during a news conference in Kano. He stated that the initiative aims to improve healthcare delivery and ensure residents have better access to quality medical services across the state. “The upgrades will strengthen the capacity of PHCs to handle a wider range of cases, reduce pressure on secondary hospitals, and bring essential care closer to communities,” Labaran said. He…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is expanding digital learning and skills development programs to address school dropout syndrome and youth unemployment across Nigeria. A UNICEF Education Specialist, Mr. Harold Kpojime, made the announcement on Wednesday during a two-day media dialogue on digital learning, artificial intelligence, and skills development for out-of-school children. The event began on Wednesday in Ede, Osun, and was organized by UNICEF in partnership with the Osun State Ministry of Education, the Federal Ministry of Education, the Universal Basic Education Commission, and the Global Partnership for Education, among others. Kpojime noted that recent data shows an increasing…
The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Plc has disbursed over N1 trillion to more than one million Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), supporting the creation of over 1.6 million jobs since its inception. Managing Director of DBN, Dr. Tony Okpanachi, disclosed this to newsmen on Wednesday in Lagos. Okpanachi stated that the next phase of the bank’s growth would focus on expanding support for MSMEs through deeper financial inclusion, increased capital mobilization, and targeted interventions for underserved sectors. He said DBN aims to reach more than two million MSMEs and facilitate the creation of two million direct and indirect…
Toluwalashe Agunbiade continued her impressive run at the ongoing 2026 NASCO/ITF J30 World Tennis Tour Junior Championship, defeating Destiny Tomizayi 7-5, 6-1 in a Girls Under-18 Group F match on Wednesday in Abuja. It was reported that the championship is taking place at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Tennis Complex, Abuja. The first leg of the tournament began on June 1 and will end on June 7, while the second leg is scheduled for June 8 to June 13. Agunbiade, who is in Group F alongside Destiny Tomizayi, Omoyinka Ayinla, and a bye, recorded her second consecutive singles victory in…
Jawura Environmental Services Ltd., an environmental, safety, industrial, and analytical company, will train 150 youths on recycling and circular economy practices to mark World Environment Day 2026. The company’s Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Tosin Rowland-Osibanjo, announced this at a news conference in Lagos on Wednesday. He explained that the training would be part of the company’s Green Print 2.0 Campaign. Rowland-Osibanjo said the three-day campaign aims to educate, engage, and inspire environmental action among Lagos residents, especially young people. The initiative will feature an environmental awareness roadshow across major commercial centers in Ikeja, the inauguration of eco-huts made from…
Say it Loud Africa has announced the postponement of its maiden edition of The Artisan Summit and Expo (TASE 2026), a national initiative aimed at empowering artisans through business development, financial inclusion, and skills enhancement. The organisation said the event, originally scheduled for an earlier date, will now take place from September 22 to September 24 due to unforeseen circumstances. It assured prospective participants and stakeholders that all existing registrations and tickets remain valid for the new dates. The organisers expressed regret over any inconvenience caused by the postponement and thanked participants for their understanding, patience, and ongoing support. Despite…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kaduna State Sector Command, on Wednesday urged motorists and other road users to protect cyclists and vulnerable road users to enhance safety on Nigerian roads. The call was made during a bicycle awareness campaign and rally organized by the command to mark the 2026 World Bicycle Day in Kaduna metropolis. The Sector Commander, CC Andrew Longkam, represented by the Sector Head of Operations, DCC Abubakar Magaji, said the annual event aimed to promote road safety, healthy living, and environmental sustainability. Magaji described the bicycle as a simple, affordable, reliable, and environmentally friendly means of…
The CEO of T2, Mr. Obafemi Banigbe, states that Africa’s biggest challenge is not a lack of talent but limited access to markets, opportunities, and scale. Banigbe made this statement while delivering the keynote speech at the Omniverse Africa Summit 3.0 in Lagos on Wednesday. The theme was: “Connected Future: Synergy for Impact.” According to him, Africa has consistently produced innovative solutions and entrepreneurial talent, but many innovators struggle to commercialize their ideas and expand beyond local markets. “The challenge in Africa is not due to a lack of talent. Many talented individuals simply lack access to markets and opportunities…
Patrick-Agha Mba, Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development in Anambra, has banned cash payments for rent on stadium and sports facilities in the state. Mba issued this directive after leading a staff tour of sports facilities in the state on Wednesday. He explained that the tour aimed to assess the condition of sports facilities in Anambra with a view to upgrading them to meet standards for implementing the government’s grassroots sports policy. READ ALSO: LGAN president urges unity, mentorship in women’s golf “From now on, all legal tenants at our stadiums will no longer pay rent in cash; they should…