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From Sadiq Mohd, Zaria  Dr. Abbas Tajuddeen, Speaker of the House of Representatives has performed the groundbreaking of six new projects in Zaria Federal Constituency for the development of the people. The projects, include the College of Agriculture and Animal Science, Sports Academy, Technical and Vocational Training College, Centre for Management Development, Women’s Development Centre, and 320 bed space new male and female hostels at the Nigerian Institute of Leather Science and Technology (NILEST), in Samaru, Zaria. The Speaker has also flagged up 250 fully funded scholarships for students pursuing Higher National Diploma, Ordinary National Diploma and National Diploma in Leather Technology at NILEST that secured admission from all local government areas of Zone one in kaduna state. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony held at the premises of the Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria, Chaired by Alhaji Balarabe Lawal Abbas, Minister of Environment, the Sp...

The Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, has said that Nigeria is making significant progress in addressing insecurity under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, attributing the improvement to new security strategies and renewed collaboration between the government and communities. Speaking at the 18th Annual General Assembly (AGA) and Homecoming Events of the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Alumni Association held at the university’s main campus in Samaru, Zaria, Badaru said the government has introduced sustainable measures aimed at ensuring long-term peace and stability across the country. He stated that empowering young people and tackling poverty remain central to the government’s broader security strategy. > “Security is not the government’s responsibility alone. Communities must also play active roles in ensuring peace and stability,” the Minister said. Badaru, who chaired the Pre-AGA Lecture, commended Ahmadu Bello University for its consist...

From Sadiq Mohd Zaria  Kaduna State Government has offered to renovate some internal roads in Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. The Managing Director, Kaduna State Roads Agency (KADRA), Dr Abdullahi Baba Ahmed, made this known when he called on the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Adamu Ahmed. Dr Ahmed told the Vice-Chancellor that they were in the university on the directives of His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani, CON, the Kaduna State Governor.  Baba Ahmed said they came to inspect the university roads and see where the government could come in.  The Managing Director noted that the Kaduna Government deemed it necessary to support the institution, being a premier university in Northern Nigeria.   He assured the Vice-Chancellor that they would commence the project as soon as possible. Responding, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Adamu Ahmed, thanked the Managing Director for the visit. Prof Ahmed appreciated the Governor, His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani, for his kind support to the univ...

From Sadiq Mohd Zaria  Value Seeds (a private organization) in partnership with the UK-funded Propcom+ programme, has unveiled new automated seed packaging lines aimed at lowering the cost of quality seeds and strengthen food security. The partnership was aimed at expanding farmers’ access to certified varieties, and accelerating the adoption of climate-smart agriculture across Nigeria. Sir George Zangir, President Value Seed disclosed this while inaugurating the new automatic seed packaging lines and conveyor belts in Bagaddi Kudan Local Government on Tuesday. Zangir noted that the support from the UK-funded programme aligns with efforts to scale climate-smart agriculture in Nigeria, as the improved system boosts the distribution of nutrient-dense and drought-tolerant seed varieties.  He added that the initiative was designed to reduce costs, expand access to quality seeds and strengthen climate-smart farming. According to Zangir, these innovations will catalyse ...

From Sadiq Mohd Zaria  The Fatima Tajuddeen Abbas Foundation has embarked on a free eye care outreach program targeting 2,000 patients with various vision problems in Zaria Federal Constituency, Kaduna State. The initiative, aimed at providing quality eye care services to underserved communities, kicked off with a team of experienced ophthalmologists and optometrists conducting comprehensive eye screenings and providing treatment for various eye conditions. Speaking at the launch, the foundation's representative, Barrister Aminu Ramalan  emphasized the importance of eye health and the need for regular eye examination. He said the outreach being conducted at ABU Teaching Hospital, tudun wada Zaria will last for six days. He said the founder, Hajiya Fatima Tajuddeen Abbas is so concern on the health status of the constituents especially women, children and the aged. Ramalan added that the 2,000 patients screened for the exercise were vulnerable and downtrodden people...

From Abubakar Sadiq Mohd, Zaria Former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir Ahmed El-Rufai has said that entrepreneurship is the key and panacea to sustainable job creation and economic growth in Nigeria.  El-Rufai who was the guest speaker  at the Zazzau Version of Entrepreneurs tagged "Wed Zazzau" held at NAERLS Samaru, Zaria, said entrepreneurs are essential for building value and creating wealth, particularly in a country with a large youth population. He noted that the private sector is the most sustainable route for creating jobs, and that government should focus on creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive. "Entrepreneurship is a key driver of economic growth and job creation, and that government should support entrepreneurs to achieve their full potential." He observed. El-Rufai who was represented by Abdulhakeem Miko stressed the importance of entrepreneurship training and capacity building in creating a vibrant economy, noted that developing...

From Sadiq Mohd Zaria  The Minister of Transportation, has approved the promotion of three Deputy Directors to the rank of substantive Directors in the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT).  The approval was conveyed a letter dated November 6, 2025. The new Directors include Alhaji Hamisu Dabo Dabai who joined the services of the Institute in May 1997 as Accountant I and rose through the ranks. He attended Ahmadu Bello University (ABU),and bagged a B.Sc. degree in Economics in 1990, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM, ABU 2000), ANAN Certificate (Jos, 2002), Postgraduate Diploma in Transport and Logistics (PGDTL, NITT 2004) and Master's in Transport & Logistics (MTL, NITT 2008). During his years of service, Alhaji Dabai held several key positions including Head, Transport School (2018–2020), Head, SERVICOM (2020–2023),Head, Special Duties & Annexes (2023–2024) and Head, Training Department (2024–date). Dabai is expected to bring his wealth of e...

From Sadiq Mohd Zaria  Over 2,000 vulnerable persons set to benefit from free eye screening and treatment in a grand medical outreach program in Zaria federal constituency, this week. The medical outreach organized and sponsored by the Fatima Tajuddeen Abbas Foundation is aimed at providing essential eye care services and diagnosis on cataracts, glaucoma, and other treatable conditions. The Convener of the foundation and wife of the Speaker, House of Representatives, Hajiya Fatima Tajuddeen Abbas said those requiring surgery will be referred to a nearby hospital for further treatment, while others will receive eye glasses to correct vision problems. According to her, the programme will commence on Tuesday, November, 25 2025 with the screening of patients from the six wards of Zaria city while on Wednesday those from the seven wards of Zaria kewaye will be screened. Hajiya Fatima added that the main.medical diagnosis and treatment will hold from Thursday, stating th...

Zaria Council Chair attends UK programme on Executive Diplomatic Governance  From Sadiq Mohd Zaria  Engineer Jamil Ahmad Muhammad JAGA, Chairman Zaria local government area has arrived the United Kingdom along with other colleagues to attend an executive diplomatic programme on governance. The delegation led by Sadiq Mamman Lagos, the Kaduna state Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, was to attend the training aimed at enhancing good governance and digital skills. The Programme titled “Advancing Local Governance, Global Best Practices, and Digital Transformation” holds at the London Tilcareer Institute, United Kingdom. A statement signed by Ishaq Galadima, Chief Press Secretary, Office of the Chairman Zaria Local Government Council said the training will also strengthened knowledge of modern governance, improve administrative capacity, and expose participants to digital tools for effective and efficient public service delivery.  Galadima added that the t...

From Sadiq Mohd Zaria  Dr. Abbas Tajuddeen, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen has concluded plans to empower 10,000 constituents with means of livelihood and enhance their businesses. Speaking to newsmen on the plan, Engineer Jamil Ahmad Muhammad JAGA, Chairman, Zaria local government council said the gesture was part of the speaker's effort to improve the socio-economic status of people in Zaria federal constituency. "Over 10,000 beneficiaries will receive different forms of support aimed at improving livelihoods and boosting small businesses." The Chairman said. According to him, in the first phase of the empowerment programme, 1,500 women and youth will receive food items and ₦100,000–₦200,000 cash grants. He added that in the second phase a  shoe-making skills programme will be roll out to train participants with each receiving materials worth over ₦1 million to start their own business. The Chairman further stated that, 1,500 tailors will als...

The Emir of Katsinan Gusau, Alhaji Abdulkadir Ibrahim Bello, has paid a historic visit to Nuri-Tilawah International School, Zaria, where he reaffirmed his commitment to advancing Qur’anic education and Islamic values in northern Nigeria. The royal visit, which took place on Sunday, was described as a milestone in the history of the Qur’anic memorisation and Islamic studies centre. Speaking at the event, the Director of the School, Sheikh Nuraddin Umar Tahir, expressed profound appreciation for the Emir’s visit, noting that the Katsinan Gusau Emirate has a long-standing legacy of scholarship, leadership, and service to Islam. > “We are honoured but not surprised, because His Highness comes from a family rooted in knowledge and religious leadership,” he said. Sheikh Tahir also extended condolences to the Emir over the passing of his late father and congratulated him on his emergence as the 16th Emir of Katsinan Gusau. He acknowledged the continued support of notable personalities inc...

A Zaria-based businessman, Ahmed Muhammad Gusau, has filed a criminal complaint against Senator Abdu Kwari, Hajiya Amina Dalhatu Akilu, and Shehu Abdu Kwari, accusing them of fraud and criminal conspiracy over a controversial land and building exchange deal. The complaint, filed through the law firm Bashir Musa & Associates, alleges that the actions of the defendants constitute offenses under Sections 58 and 306 of the Penal Code Laws of Kaduna State, 2017, punishable under Sections 59 and 307 of the same law. According to the documents filed in court, the matter began around August 2025, when the complainant, Ahmed Muhammad Gusau, saw a plot of land located at No. 5, Abubakar Mustapha Road, Kabama Layout, Sabon Gari, Zaria, which belonged to Senator Abdu Kwari. Gusau developed an interest in acquiring the land and reached out to Shehu Abdu Kwari, the Senator’s brother, to help him contact the Senator. Shehu reportedly told him that the Senator does not sell land but only exchanges...

Wani ɗan kasuwa daga Zariya mai suna Ahmed Muhammad Gusau ya shigar da ƙara a gaban kotu kan Sanata Abdu Kwari, Hajiya Amina Dalhatu Akilu, da Shehu Abdu Kwari, yana tuhumar su da aikata zamba da makirci a wata mu’amalar musayar fili da gida da ta janyo cece-kuce. An shigar da ƙarar ne ta hannun Bashir Musa & Associates, inda aka bayyana cewa abin da waɗanda ake ƙara suka aikata na iya zama laifi a ƙarƙashin Sashe na 58 da 306 na Dokar Laifuka ta Jihar Kaduna ta 2017, waɗanda ke ɗauke da hukunci a ƙarƙashin Sashe na 59 da 307 na wannan doka. Bisa ga takardun da aka gabatar a kotu, lamarin ya fara ne a kusa da watan Agusta 2025, lokacin da mai ƙara, Ahmed Muhammad Gusau, ya ga wani fili dake No. 5, Abubakar Mustapha Road, Kabama Layout, Sabon Gari, Zariya, wanda mallakin Sanata Abdu Kwari ne. Gusau ya nuna sha’awa wajen samun filin, inda ya roƙi Shehu Abdu Kwari, ɗan uwan Sanata ɗin, da ya taimaka masa wajen sanar da shi da batun. Shehu ya shaida masa cewa Sanata baya sayar da fili,...