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Beyond Seasonal Farming: A Call for Irrigation and Agro-Industrial Revolution in Nigeria By Yahaya Abdulrahman As Nigeria grapples with economic uncertainty, the cost of living crisis, and high inflation, many Nigerians have noticed a recent, albeit modest, drop in the price of food commodities. This decline, largely attributed to the onset of the year’s harvest, provides a timely reminder of the immense potential our agricultural sector holds. However, it also highlights a deeper problem — the seasonal nature of our farming practices. Imagine, for a moment, a Nigeria where farming is not restricted to just one part of the year. A system where harvests occur continuously, ensuring steady supply of food all year round. In such a country, food prices would naturally stabilize — or even crash — under the pressure of increased supply. The implications for the common Nigerian would be enormous: cheaper food, better nutrition, reduced hunger, and improved quality of life. The Pop...
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TWO MONTHS AFTER MOKWA FLOOD DISASTER, VICTIMS STILL IN LIMBO AS RELIEF FUNDS SPARK ACCOUNTABILITY CRISIS Two months after a flash flood devastated Mokwa town in Niger State, killing over 1,000 residents and rendering hundreds homeless, survivors are still sleeping in overcrowded schools and makeshift shelters, with no concrete support from authorities despite multiple promises of aid. The tragic aftermath of the disaster has now been compounded by allegations of mismanagement, poor communication, and intimidation. Although Niger State Governor Umaru Bago announced a ₦1 billion cash relief package for victims, only about 100 individuals have reportedly received ₦1 million each. The rest continue to wait — with no clear updates, transparency, or timeline for disbursement. A state-appointed committee tasked with handling relief distribution has declined repeated media requests for clarification. Frustration deepened when two young men who sought details on beneficiaries of a ...
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ADC Congratulates New APC Chairman, Urges Respect for Democratic Norms The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has extended its congratulations to Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda on his appointment as the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while cautioning him to uphold democratic values and respect the boundaries between party politics and state affairs. In a press statement issued on Friday and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC described Professor Yilwatda’s emergence as the APC’s fourth chairman in two years as “yet another opportunity” for the ruling party to recommit to participatory democracy and more inclusive governance. “While we understand that leadership transitions are routine,” the statement read, “we are hopeful that this particular appointment might trigger a shift in tone, temperament, and trajectory for a party that has too often equated governance with propaganda, and power with impunity...
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Namadi and betrayal of Kano’s war on drugs        By Yakubu Musa  The recent release on bail of Suleiman Aminu, popularly known as Danwawu, who is standing trial following his arraignment in May 2025 by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has set tongues wagging on social media. The followers of the case have been expressing their outrage, and rightly so.   When the NDLEA arraigned Danwawu, its spokesman in Kano, Maigatari, described it as a major feat and a breakthrough in the renewed efforts to wage war against drug abuse in the state.  “His arraignment marks a significant victory in the ongoing battle against drug-related crimes and highlights the agency’s unwavering commitment to eradicating drug trafficking in all its forms,” he stressed in a statement. No doubt, Danwawu’s arrest and subsequent arraignment in the court had fueled optimism in a state struggling with high statistics of drug abuse cases and a surge in ...
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MAN EXPLORES “NIGERIAN FIRST POLICY” AND HONOURS GOVERNOR SULE FOR DRIVING INDUSTRIAL TRANSFORMATION The Nasarawa State Government has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to industrialization, local content development, and private sector-led economic growth as part of its long-term economic transformation strategy. This assurance was delivered by the Honourable Commissioner for Trade, Industry and Investment, Mohammed Sani Otto, who represented the Government and people of Nasarawa State at the 12th Annual General Meeting and Public Lecture of the Abuja/Nasarawa/Niger Branch of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), held at Blake Excellency Resort, Garki, Abuja. Speaking on behalf of His Excellency, Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule, the Executive Governor of Nasarawa State, the Commissioner commended the Manufacturer's Association of Nigeria (MAN) for sustaining an important platform that promotes dialogue, policy alignment, and collaboration within the manufacturing ...
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Public Outcry Trails Arrest of Barr. Dauda Yahaya Kana in Keffi by Kano Police Operatives  Legal Community, Civil Society Demand Immediate Release Amidst Allegations of Intimidation A wave of outrage and condemnation has followed the arrest of Barrister Dauda Yahaya Kana, a legal practitioner in Keffi, Nasarawa State, by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force from Dala Division in Kano State. The arrest, reportedly carried out at the behest of Hon. Mohammed Lawali, is linked to an ongoing land dispute—a matter already before a Nasarawa State court and under investigation by the Keffi Police Command. Observers are baffled by the extrajudicial nature of the arrest, especially considering that the land in question is situated in Angwan Kare, Keffi, and all legal proceedings and investigations are ongoing within Keffi jurisdiction. “I don’t know if jurisdiction actually means anything in the Nigerian Police lingo,” one commentator remarked online. “But someone needs to exp...
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$21 Billion Loan: Can There Be Recovery Amid Excesses and Economic Contradictions ? By Yahaya Abdulrahman  The recent approval of a staggering $21 billion loan request by the National Assembly, made on behalf of the Tinubu-led administration, has rekindled public anxiety about the true direction of Nigeria’s economy. In a climate where citizens are being asked to sacrifice in the name of reform, it’s only right to question: is the government itself operating in an economic recovery mode? Since assuming office in May 2023, the Tinubu administration has embarked on a borrowing spree. From a $1.5 billion World Bank facility for budget support and infrastructure, to $750 million for educational reform, and $500 million for electricity improvement, the country’s debt profile continues to expand—now joined by this new and most significant loan request yet. Sadly, these loans have not translated into visible or impactful economic outcomes for the average Nigerian. This borrowi...
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