6 h. ago Ramadan: Shutting down schools unwise decision, Parents tell Northern govs

Tribune Online Ramadan: Shutting down schools unwise decision, Parents tell Northern govs Parents have criticised the governments of four northern states: Katsina, Kebbi, Kano, and Bauchi for shutting down schools during the ongoing Ramadan fasting, describing the decision as shocking and completely unwise. The National President of the Parent-Teacher Association of Nigeria (PTAN), Alhaji Haruna Danjuma, expressed this position in an exclusive interview with the Nigerian Tribune […] Ramadan: Shutting down schools unwise decision, Parents tell Northern govs Tribune Online

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12 h. ago NANS Warns Of Nationwide Protests Over Ramadan School Closures In Northern States

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has threatened nationwide protests if the governors of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states fail to reverse their decision to close schools for five weeks during Ramadan. NANS National Public Relations Officer, Samson Adeyemi, criticized the move as an infringement on students’ right to uninterrupted education. In a […] The post NANS Warns Of Nationwide Protests Over Ramadan School Closures In Northern States appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago NANS threatens protest over Ramadan school closure in Northern states

The National Association of Nigerian Students has threatened to embark on nationwide protests if the governors of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states do not reverse their decision to close down schools for five weeks for the Ramadan fast within 72 hours. NANS, in a statement on Monday by its National Public Relations Officer, Samson Read More

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13 h. ago APC suspends Kebbi gov’s aide for intimidating guests with snake

The All Progressives Congress, Kebbi State chapter, has suspended  Kabir Sani-Giant, Special Adviser to Gov. Nasir Idris on Power and Politics, with immediate effect. A statement signed by the party’s state secretary, Alhaji Sa’idu Muhammad-Kimba, announced the suspension in Birnin Kebbi on Sunday. He revealed that on February 8, 2025, Sani-Giant brought a snake to Read More

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23 h. ago Ramadan: 5 weeks closure of schools in northern states unacceptable — CAN

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condemned the decision of some northern states governors to shut down schools, public and private, for five weeks period of Ramadan. CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in a statement, on Sunday, said that CAN views the decision of governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi […] The post Ramadan: 5 weeks closure of schools in northern states unacceptable — CAN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago CAN Demands Reversal Of Ramadan School Closure Policy in Northern States

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has threatened legal action against the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states over their directive to close schools for five weeks during Ramadan. CAN criticized the move as discriminatory, arguing that it violates the rights of non-Muslim students who are denied access to education during the period. […] The post CAN Demands Reversal Of Ramadan School Closure Policy in Northern States appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago CAN threatens legal action over Ramadan school closures in northern states

The Christian Association of Nigeria has issued an ultimatum to the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states, demanding the reversal of their directives mandating a five-week closure of schools for the Ramadan fast. CAN described the move as discriminatory and a violation of the rights of non-Muslim students, warning that it would pursue Read More

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27 h. ago Kebbi APC suspends governor’s aide for bringing snake to Govt House

… pases vote of confidence on President Tinubu  From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi  Kebbi State Chapter of All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended the Special Adviser to the Governor, Alhaji Kabir Sani Giant from the party. The party, in the letter addressed to Giant, dated 28th February, 2025, signed by Saidu Moh’d Kimba ,State Secretary […] The post Kebbi APC suspends governor’s aide for bringing snake to Govt House appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Kebbi gov visits victims of bandit attack, vows improved security

Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has assured residents of Ba-jiza and Rausa Kade villages in Arewa Local Government Area of his administration’s commitment to tackling insecurity following a deadly bandit attack. Idris, who visited the communities on Saturday, extended his condolences to the families of the victims and pledged to strengthen security measures in Read More

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60 h. ago Ramadan: Kebbi First Lady gives out foodstuffs, cash to 500 women

From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Wife of the Kebbi State Governor, Hajiya Nafisa Nasir-Idris has distributed foodstuff,cash to 500 women to ease their preparation for Ramadan fasting and charged them to pray for Nigeria to overcome its challenges. The Governor’s wife stated this during Kebbi Women Pre-Ramadan Lectures and Empowerment of 500 Women held at Waziri […] The post Ramadan: Kebbi First Lady gives out foodstuffs, cash to 500 women appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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63 h. ago Disquiet as three Northern states shut schools for Ramadan fast

Tribune Online Disquiet as three Northern states shut schools for Ramadan fast •Christian private schools appeal for review THE governments of three northern states, Katsina, Kebbi and Bauchi, have directed all schools, public and private, to proceed on holiday for the whole month of Ramadan when strict fasting is observed by Muslims. The governments said the holiday is to allow students, teachers and other stakeholders to observe […] Disquiet as three Northern states shut schools for Ramadan fast Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Kebbi govt moves six departments from Sir Yahaya Hospital to new medical centre in Kalgo

Tribune Online Kebbi govt moves six departments from Sir Yahaya Hospital to new medical centre in Kalgo Government authorities in Kebbi State have announced the ceding of six departments from the Sir Yahaya Memorial Hospital, Birnin Kebbi, to the newly built Kebbi Medical Centre Kalgo, a suburb of Birnin-Kebbi, the State Capital. Kebbi govt moves six departments from Sir Yahaya Hospital to new medical centre in Kalgo Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Kebbi First Lady empowers 100 female farmers in Zuru Emirates

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi    The first Wife of the Kebbi State Governor, Hajiya Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris has empowered 100 women farmers with improved rice and maize seedlings, fertilizer, pesticides, and cash grants in Zuru Emirates as part activities of Renewed Hope Initiative of First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. The initiative, […] The post Kebbi First Lady empowers 100 female farmers in Zuru Emirates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Association Lauds Kebbi Governor, Minister On Support For Tinubu

Leaders of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network (RHAN) have attributed the large turnout at the recent political rally in Kebbi State to the commendable efforts of President Bola Tinubu and the goodwill of the state’s leaders. The group, which played a significant role in campaigning for Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election, specifically acknowledged the […]

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1 week ago Mass wedding kicks off with distribution of beds, furniture in Kebbi

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi  The Distribution Committee for the mass wedding of 300 couples in Kebbi State has commenced the distribution of furniture and essential materials to brides and grooms. The mass wedding is sponsored by the Kebbi State Government in partnership with the NANAS Foundation, a pet project of the Governor’s Wife, Hajiya […] The post Mass wedding kicks off with distribution of beds, furniture in Kebbi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Kebbi distributes beds, mattresses ahead of mass wedding for 300 couples

The Kebbi State Government, in collaboration with the NANAS Foundation, has commenced the distribution of essential wedding materials to beneficiaries of the mass wedding scheduled for February 27, 2025, at the Emir of Gwandu’s palace. The mass wedding, tagged “Auren Gata,” is an initiative of the state governor, Dr. Nasir Idris. It aims to support Read More

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1 week ago Faleke declares end of hardship for Nigerians at APC Kebbi rally

Thousands of APC supporters hold rally for Gov Idris By Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi A member of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the House Committee on Finance, Hon. James Faleke, has declared that the hardships faced by Nigerians are over. Faleke made this statement during a political rally organised by All Progressives Congress […] The post Faleke declares end of hardship for Nigerians at APC Kebbi rally appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Help orphans now, our children too will be orphans — Kebbi first Lady

….if we don’t help the poor, our future will be difficult — Prof Bada From Olanrewaju Lawal Birnin Kebbi First Wife of the Kebbi State Governor, Hajiya Zainab Nasare Idris, has urged elites in the state to help the less privileged in society because of the future when their children too will be orphans.   […] The post Help orphans now, our children too will be orphans — Kebbi first Lady appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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