A coalition of former local government chairmen in Kano State has officially endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term while reaffirming loyalty to Dr. Abdullahi Umar-Ganduje as the leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano. The group, consisting of officials who served between 2014 and 2024 under Ganduje’s administration, made their

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Nigeria’s digital healthcare industry is projected to reach $3.3 billion by 2030, driven by growing investment, technology adoption, and innovative opportunities, according to Dr. Sarumi Olakunle, a Consultant Public Health Physician at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital. Dr. Olakunle made the disclosure during a presentation titled “Navigating the Future of Medical Practice and Entrepreneurship

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A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kano State, Ibrahim Ali Amin, popularly known as Little, has filed a suit at the Kano State High Court challenging the proposed establishment of an independent Hisbah reportedly spearheaded by former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje. Reports indicate that Ganduje plans to employ personnel from the Hisbah Board

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A video of Wizkid’s first son, Bolutife “Bolu” Balogun, dancing to a Davido song at a public event has gone viral, sparking widespread reactions on social media. The clip shows Bolu vibing to “Nakupenda” by South African duo TxC and Scotts Maphuma featuring Davido. The teenager danced enthusiastically, making playful gestures toward the camera, seemingly

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Staff of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) have raised concerns over prolonged career stagnation, alleged abuse of office, and mismanagement under the leadership of Managing Director Seun Faleye. In a letter obtained by SaharaReporters, more than 70 Assistant General Managers (AGMs), 30 Deputy General Managers (DGMs), and several Principal Managers described the situation

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Two travellers were kidnapped and another shot during a violent attack by bandits along the Egbe–Ogbe road in Yagba West Local Government Area, Kogi State, on Tuesday morning. According to sources who spoke to SaharaReporters, the assailants ambushed commuters along the busy route, forcing vehicles to stop before abducting two victims and fleeing into nearby

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the operating licences of two primary mortgage banks, Aso Savings and Loans Plc and Union Homes Savings and Loans Plc, citing persistent regulatory violations and severe financial distress. In a press release on Tuesday, the apex bank stated that the action was taken under Section 12 of

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TikTok star Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, popularly known as Jarvis, has addressed the online backlash surrounding her partner, Peller, following reports of a car crash linked to his emotional distress. The controversy emerged after reports suggested that Peller suffered an emotional breakdown following an alleged argument with Jarvis, which reportedly led him to attempt suicide before

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Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on Tuesday presented the 2026 budget estimate of N939.85 billion to the State House of Assembly, describing it as the “Budget of Hope and Growth.” The proposed budget is over N140 billion higher than the 2025 budget of N799.82 billion. Okpebholo revealed that N637 billion (68%) is earmarked for

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Former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has explained why she does not intend to remarry following the passing of her husband, the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. Speaking at the unveiling of a biography titled “From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari” at the State House in Abuja on Monday, Aisha described her decision

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