45 h. ago Governor Radda urges Katsina officials to streamline bureaucracy for efficiency

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State, has received heads of government agencies that were on Sallah homage at the read more Governor Radda urges Katsina officials to streamline bureaucracy for efficiency

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65 h. ago PHOTOS: Obi, FRSC zonal boss visit Katsina gov over mother’s death

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the last election, Mr. Peter Obi, paid a condolence visit to Katsina State Governor Mallam Dikko Radda following the passing of his mother, Hajiya Safara’u Barebari, who died at the age of 93. This was contained in a statement by Radda’s Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Mohammed and made available Read More

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9 d. ago Shettima leads FG’s delegation to Katsina over demise of gov’s mum

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday led a delegation of the Federal Government on a condolence visit to the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, over the death of his mother, Hajiya Sarafa’u Umaru, who passed on last Saturday at the age of 93. He was accompanied by the member representing […] The post Shettima leads FG’s delegation to Katsina over demise of gov’s mum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Shettima leads FG delegation to Katsina following Radda’s mother’s demise

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday led a delegation of the Federal Government on a condolence visit to the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, over the death of his mother, Hajiya Sarafa’u Umaru, who passed away last Saturday at the age of 93. He was accompanied by the member representing […] The post Shettima leads FG delegation to Katsina following Radda’s mother’s demise appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Youths Speaker Commiserates With Governor Radda Over Mother’s Death

The speaker of the Nigerian Youth Parliament, Hon. Aliyu Zakari Idris has condoled with Katsina State governor Dr Dikko Umaru Radda over the passing of his beloved mother, Hajiya Safara’u Ummaru Bare Bare. In a statement, Idris emphasised that the Hajiya Safara’u was a pillar of strength to her family and a source of kindness […]

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1 week ago Senator Orji Uzor Kalu extends condolences to Katsina Governor on mother’s passing

Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Umaru Radda, over the loss of his beloved mother, Hajiya Safara’u Umaru Baribari. In a statement on Monday , Senator Kalu described the late matriarch as a woman of virtue, selflessness, […] The post Senator Orji Uzor Kalu extends condolences to Katsina Governor on mother’s passing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Katsina Gov Abruptly Ends Lesser Hajj, Returns To Nigeria Over Mother’s Demise

Katsina State governor, Mallam Dikko Umaru Radda, has returned to Nigeria from Saudi Arabia, following the passing of his mother, Hajiya Safara’u Umar Radda. The governor arrived at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) in Kano on Monday, accompanied by his wife, Hajiya Zulaihat, and the member representing Musawa/Matazu federal constituency in the House of […]

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1 week ago Tinubu, Governors condole with Katsina Governor over mother’s death

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, following the death of his mother, Hajiya Safara’u Umaru Baribari.    The 93-year-old matriarch passed away late on Saturday.   The post Tinubu, Governors condole with Katsina Governor over mother’s death appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Northern Govs Condole Katsina Colleague Over Mother’s Demise

The Northern States’ Governors Forum has condoled with their member and governor of Katsina State, Dikko Umar Radda, over the demise of his mother, Safara’u Umaru Baribari, who died at the age of 93. In a condolence message issued by Isma’ila Uba Misili, the media aide of the Forum chairman and govenor of Gombe State, […]

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2 w. ago Katsina Govt To Feed 2 Million Vulnerable Residents During Ramadan

The Katsina State Government, under the leadership of Governor Umaru Dikko Radda, has announced plans to feed over two million vulnerable residents across the state during the holy month of Ramadan. This initiative is part of the administration’s broader commitment to alleviating hardship among the less privileged. Governor Radda made the declaration while launching a […]

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2 w. ago Gov Radda Champions Africa’s Economic Future At Oxford Forum

Katsina State is poised to welcome new waves of investment as Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda leads efforts to secure partnerships with Oxford University, foreign investors, and development finance institutions to fund agricultural, energy, and technology initiatives in the state. This initiative follows Governor Radda’s participation at the 2025 Oxford Africa Business Forum, held at […]

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2 w. ago Community Leaders Laud Gov Radda For Strengthening Traditional Stools

Traditional leaders in Katsina State have commended Governor Dikko Umaru Radda for his unwavering support towards strengthening traditional institutions and enhancing community development across the state. Magaji of Batsari, Bishir Ado, lauded the governor’s initiatives aimed at restoring the prestige of traditional stools and empowering local communities. He highlighted several impactful projects spearheaded under Governor […]

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2 w. ago Gov Radda Moves to Combat Unemployment With Youth Skills Initiative

In a decisive move to tackle unemployment, Katsina State Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda has unveiled a bold plan to equip the state’s youth with marketable skills, transforming them into job creators and future employers of labour. The Governor’s initiative follows the approval of N123 million for training students at the Katsina Youth Craft Village […]

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2 w. ago Katsina gov courts foreign investors for agriculture, energy, technology

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has urged foreign investors and development finance institutions to fund key projects in agriculture, energy, and technology to drive economic growth in the state. Radda made the call following his participation at the ongoing 2025 Oxford Africa Business Forum, held at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Read More

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2 w. ago Abductors demand N30m to free Katsina Qur’anic recitation winner

Abductors of the winner of the National Qur’anic Recitation Competition, Abdulsalam Rabi’u have demanded the sum of N30m ransom. Rabi’u, an indigent of Katsina State, emerged winner of the competition (Hizb 60 with Tajweed) held in Kebbi State early. As a result, Governor Dikko Umar Radda invited him to Government House for a special recognition Read More

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3 w. ago Only nine of 31 Katsina private health colleges meet standards – Panel

A visitation panel set up by Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has found that only nine out of 31 private health training institutions in the state meet the required operational standards. The panel, which was inaugurated on October 25, 2024, submitted its findings on Wednesday, highlighting widespread noncompliance with regulatory and professional standards among the Read More

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3 w. ago 104,000 Girls Benefit from Cash Transfer Programme In Katsina

Katsina State government has disbursed Conditional Cash Transfer Programme (CCTP) funds to 104,111 girls across 255 secondary schools in the state. While commemorating this year’s International Women’s Day, Governor Dikko Umaru Radda reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to empowering women and girls through targeted interventions in education and economic development. “Education remains a powerful tool for […]

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3 w. ago Katsina gov pledges to complete abandoned 10MW wind farm project

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar Radda, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to completion of the long-abandoned Katsina 10-megawatt wind farm project. Speaking on Friday while hosting the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Power, Mahmuda Mamman, and his team at the Government House, Katsina, Radda noted that the project, initiated during the tenure of Read More

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last month Radda visits Morocco’s fertiliser plant, signs pact on production in Katsina

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with OCP Africa following a tour of read more Radda visits Morocco’s fertiliser plant, signs pact on production in Katsina

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