By Nurullahi Babangida Kylian Mbappe has been discharged from hospital after the Real Madrid star fell ill at the Club World Cup. Mbappe had missed Real Madrid’s opening match of the tournament on Wednesday due to an illness. An update from the club on Thursday confirmed Mbappe had been admitted to hospital. ‘Our player Kylian Mbappe is suffering from an acute case of gastroenteritis and has been admitted to hospital in order to undergo a series of tests and follow the appropriate course of treatment,’ a statement read. But the France captain is thought to be recovering, with the club…
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By Aisha Maikudi Abdulkadir Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, and the entire South East have been pleaded with to, irrespective of party affiliation, stand with President Bola Tinubu. The plea was made on Thursday by the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, during a visit to Otti in his office, following an unscheduled, discreet inspection of ongoing federal road projects in the state—projects expected to be commissioned by the President later this year. Umahi, who, appreciated the good, long standing relationship between Tinubu and Otti, noted that the President is doing many projects in the South East, stating, “We have every…
By Aisha Maikudi Abdulkadir As the global community commemorates World Sickle Cell Day today, the spotlight turns to Nigeria—a nation bearing one of the heaviest burdens of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) worldwide. With over 150,000 babies born annually with SCD in Nigeria alone and millions more living with the condition, this inherited blood disorder represents both a public health challenge and a human tragedy in the making. In Nigeria, Sickle Cell Disease is more than a medical issue—it is a public health crisis. According to the World Health Organisation, Nigeria accounts for over 50 per cent of SCD births globally,…
By Aisha Maikudi Abdulkadir Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has approved an increase in the monthly cash allocations to the state’s four government-owned tertiary institutions—from N10.5 million to N40 million. The Commissioner for Higher Education, Isah Abubakar-Tunga, disclosed this while addressing a press conference in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday. He explained that the gesture reflects the governor’s firm commitment to revitalising the state’s tertiary education sector. He said, “Prior to the new approval, the monthly cash allocations stood at N2 million for Adamu Augie College of Education, Argungu; N1.5 million for the College of Health Science and Technology, Jega; N2…
By Aisha Maikudi Abdulkadir Thousands of supporters of the New Nigeria People’s Party on Wednesday trooped out in Kano to welcome Governor Abba Yusuf, who returned from Saudi Arabia after performing the 2025 Hajj. The governor’s aircraft, which arrived via Lagos, landed at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport around 2:50 pm. A massive crowd received the governor and accompanied his convoy from the airport to the Government House — a journey that usually take less than 30 minutes but lasted over five hours due to the turnout. The route along Murtala Mohammed Way was overcrowded with supporters chanting solidarity…
By Aisha Maikudi Abdulkadir The Gaya Emirate Council, Kano State, has formally withdrawn the traditional title of Wazirin Gaya previously held by Alhaji Usman Alhaji. In a letter conveyed to the former titleholder, the Council stated that the withdrawal was necessitated by certain unavoidable circumstances. The decision takes immediate effect. This is contained in a statement signed by Munzali Muhammad Hausawa, Gaya Zonal Information Officer and issued to newsmen in Kano on Wednesday. Announcing the development, the Secretary to the Gaya Emirate Council, Alhaji Bello Halilu, noted that the Council deeply appreciates the contributions and commitment of Alhaji Usman Alhaji…
By Aisha Maikudi Abdulkadir Nigeria has recorded a rise in Lassa fever infections, with 11 new confirmed cases reported in Week 23 of 2025, bringing the total number of deaths to 143 this year. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) disclosed this in its latest weekly situation report, revealing that the Case Fatality Rate (CFR) has now risen to 18.9%, surpassing the 17.8% recorded in the same period of 2024. “This year’s CFR is concerning, as it indicates a higher fatality rate among confirmed cases compared to previous years,” the NCDC stated. The latest infections were reported from Ondo,…
Sokoto State has reiterated its commitment to peace and security, expressing willingness to engage in dialogue with armed groups who are ready to lay down their weapons and embrace reconciliation. In a statement signed by the Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Security, Col Ahmed Usman (rtd), the state emphasized the importance of negotiation over prolonged conflict. The government noted that “many historical conflicts have not ended solely through the use of force, but through meaningful dialogue, reaffirming that the state is open to negotiating with bandits who demonstrate a genuine commitment to surrender and reintegrate peacefully into society.”…
By Nurullahi Babangida Trent Alexander-Arnold opens up on life at Real Madrid – as former Liverpool star pinpoints ‘difference’ in training ahead of Club World Cup. Trent Alexander-Arnold has opened up on his new life as a Real Madrid player as Los Blancos prepare to get their Club World Cup campaign underway. Alexander-Arnold, 26, was unveiled at Real last Thursday after joining the club upon the expiry of his Liverpool contract, although the Spanish giants paid £10million to secure his services a month early. Alexander-Arnold has been training with Real at their base in Florida since last week ahead of…
By Asma’u Uba Muhammad The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has emphasized the need for developing and integrating indigenous technological solutions to enhance the Nigerian Army’s operational capabilities. Oluyede made the call on Tuesday while declaring open the Combat Support Arms Training (COSAT) Week 2025 in Kano. The annual event, which runs from June 16 to 20, is being hosted in Kano and brings together senior serving and retired military personnel, defence experts, and representatives of sister services and security agencies. Represented by Chief of Training (Army) Maj. Gen. Abubakar Ndalolo said the Nigerian Army had…