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Association Lauds Kwara Gov, Stakeholders On Schools Reopening

02.02.2026

The apex body of the people of Igbomina in Kwara State, under the aegis of Omo Ibile Igbomina, has lauded the state government under the able leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for the re-opening of primary and post-primary institutions in the southern senatorial district of the State. The commendation was contained in a statement jointly...

I Almost Omitted ‘With You’ From 5IVE Album- Davido

02.02.2026

Nigerian musician, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido has revealed that he almost removed his Grammy-nominated song, ‘With You’, featuring Omah Lay, from the final tracklist of his 5IVE album. Narrating the circumstances in a recent interview, Davido said the song, which earned him a Grammy nomination, was not a favourite during internal listening sessions and...

I Used To Think Davido Doesn’t Like Me Before We Collaborated

02.02.2026

Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Stanley Omah Didia, popularly known as Omah Lay, has said he initially assumed David Adeleke, also known as Davido, didn’t like him. Speaking at the Grammy Awards red carpet interview with OkayAfrica, Omah Lay said his assumption was later proven wrong through their Grammy-nominated collaboration ‘With You.’ According to him, he saw...

Kano Gov Gives New Appointments, Promotes Officials

02.02.2026

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has approved the appointments and promotions of new officials across key government institutions in the state. This is contained in a press statement issued on Monday, February 2, by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa. According to the statement, Abubakar Matawalle was appointed as Acting Director-General of the Kano State Pilgrims...

Shagari, Yabo Communities Praise Rep Member For PHC, Devt Support

02.02.2026

The residents in Shagari and Yabo Communities in Sokoto State have commended their representative, Hon. Umar Yusuf Yabo, for renovating the Donu Primary Health Centre (PHC). They described the effort as crucial in reducing maternal and infant mortality rates and strengthening preventive healthcare in rural communities. The communities also appreciated the lawmaker’s visible presence and...

Elders Council Condemns Murder Of Four Persons

02.02.2026

…Backs Nwifuru on sack of political appointees Ebonyi State Elders Council, comprising eminent stakeholders and opinion leaders, have condemned the recent gruesome murder of four persons from the Okporojo community by warriors from the Amasuri community. The Council have unanimously supported the actions taken by the government to remove from office all political appointees from...

Sokoto Appoints Disability Leaders, Dissolves JONAPWD Execo

02.02.2026

The Sokoto State Government has dissolved the Executive Committee of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Sokoto State chapter, following the expiration of its tenure on January 15. This move aims to strengthen accountability, inclusion, and democratic governance within disability advocacy structures. The dissolution, which takes immediate effect, was approved by the...

Obi Lauds Makinde’s Leadership, Reforms

02.02.2026

In celebration of Oyo State’s fifty years anniversary, the former Governor of Anambra State and African Democratic Congress (ADC) Chieftain, Peter Obi, on Sunday, February 1, commended the governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde for maintaining consistency in his leadership style. Obi gave the commendation at a thanksgiving service held at the Cathedral of St....

NAHCON Aligns With Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda –Chairman

02.02.2026

The Chairman, National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has said NAHCON remains fully aligned with the policy direction President Bola Tinubu, whose Renewed Hope Agenda prioritizes the welfare and spiritual well-being of Nigerian pilgrims. The Chairman, who is leading a high powered delegations to Saudi Arabia to finalize the 2026 Hajj...

A’Ibom Presents N1.584tn 2026 Budget Breakdown, Reviews 2025 Performance

02.02.2026

Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Dr Nsikan Linus Nkan, has presented the breakdown of Akwa Ibom State’s 2026 budget, totaling N1.584 trillion. The budget breakdown which was attended by various stakeholders in the fiscal and financial sector, civil society organizations, traditional rulers and the media among others took place at the...