Author: Tahir Ahmed

By Abubakar Yunusa Ojima-Ojo Nigeria’s Super Falcons proved too much for their opponents, Zambia, in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 quarter-final at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca, beating the Southern Africans 5-0 on Friday. Goals from Osinachi Ohale, Esther Okoronkwo, Chinwendu Ihezuo, Oluwatosin Demehin, and Folashade Ijamilusi were enough to give the Falcons victory and book their semi-final spot in the tournament. Nigeria were hoping to bury the ghosts of the past when they lost to Zambia 0-1 the last time both sides met in the 3rd place match in WAFCON 2022. A spark was what…

By Benjamin Yuhana A recent write-up has sparked fresh discussions on the political scene in Nasarawa State, centering around Musa Ahmed Mohammed (Baraden Nasarawa), the Accountant General of the state. From speculative reports to assumptions of ambition, questions have emerged about his alleged interest in contesting the governorship in 2027. However, what remains consistently true and easily verifiable is that Barade has not declared for any political race and has not funded or sponsored any campaign group on his behalf. At the heart of this controversy lies a deep misunderstanding of both democratic freedom and public service ethics. Citizens of…

By NEXTER Former President Muhammadu Buhari has been laid to rest in the courtyard of his private residence in Daura, Katsina State. The late president was buried at about 5:50pm on Tuesday in accordance with Islamic rites. According to family members, it was his personal wish to be buried at home rather than in a public cemetery or national monument. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had earlier received the remains of the former president at the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport in Katsina. Tinubu inspected a guard of honour before the Nigerian Air Force jet bearing Buhari’s body touched down at…

NEXTER The federal government has declared Tuesday, July 15, a public holiday to honour the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the break in a statement released through the permanent secretary in the ministry, Magdalene Ajani on Monday. “President Muhammadu Buhari served Nigeria with dedication, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the unity and progress of our great nation. “This public holiday provides an opportunity for all Nigerians to reflect on his life, leadership, and the values he upheld,” the minister stated.

By NEXTER President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asked Vice President Kassim Shettima to accompany the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari to Nigeria for burial. President Tinubu ‘s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed in a statement. The statement said President Tinubu confirmed the death of Buhari in UK hospital. The president was also said to have spoken with Mrs Aisha Buhari, the former president’s widow and offered his deep condolences. Former President Buhari was twice elected Nigeria’s President in 2015 and 2023. He also served as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985.

By NEXTER Former President Muhammadu Buhari is dead. The former president died on Sunday in a clinic in London, United Kingdom, at the age of 82. His demise was announced by Garba Shehu, the former spokesperson. “The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London. May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin,” Mr. Shehu said.

By NEXTER Ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Yobe State, supporters of Kashim Musa Tumsah, within and outside Yobe State have continued to intensify pressure on him to declare interest to vie for the most coveted seat. Tumsah who holds the Member of the Order of the Federal Republic title, is an Oil and Gas lawyer and diplomat of many years standing. Our correspondent reports that a congregation of over 50 support groups met in Kano to develop a blueprint and pathway towards convincing him to join the governorship race. Spokesman for the Kano meeting, Abubakar Ahmed told journalists…

By Mannir Bature Nigeria’s health sector is at a critical juncture. Faced with a worsening human resource crisis, the country continues to lose thousands of skilled medical professionals annually—driven not just by the allure of better opportunities abroad, but by a search for professional dignity, safety, and fair treatment at home. In the midst of this crisis, recent actions by the Federal Government of Nigeria particularly a circular recently issued by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) have deepened concerns about the government’s commitment to its healthcare workforce. The circular, which proposes revisions to the allowances under the…

By Abubakar Ahmed The recent circular purportedly issued by the National Salary Income and Wages Commission to address the consequential adjustment of allowances under the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS) for medical and dental practitioners in Nigeria, is no doubt in bad taste. The NSIWC’s action is capable of plugging the country into another round of needless industrial action with debilitating effect on a health sector which is already on life-support. At this point of our national life, the issue of improved welfare for doctors and other health workers is not something to toy with especially going by the manpower…

By NEXTER All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders in Nasarawa North senatorial district, have thrown their weight behind the second term bid of President Bola Tinubu. The stakeholders also called on Governor Abdullahi Sule to represent the zone as a Senator in the National Assembly in 2027. The position is contained in communique issued at the end of the stakeholders meeting in Akwanga, the headquarters of the zone. In a communique read by a former Secretary to the Government of the State, Timothy Anjide, the APC stakeholders pledged to continue to support policies and initiatives aimed at improving the livelihoods of…