Others in attendance included businessmen, Islamic scholars, politicians, and representatives of the private sector.

Speaking at the event, Xenia Sol, Political Officer with the EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, said the programme reflects the European Union’s commitment to promoting peace, democracy, and social stability in Nigeria and across West Africa.

Femi Aderibigbe is a Pan-Africanist development practitioner and scholar with about 17 years of experience advancing social movements, managing high-impact partnerships, and driving policy reform across Africa. He works at the intersection of evidence, advocacy, and accountability to strengthen grassroots power and public systems.

Northwest University Sokoto (NWUS) has unveiled the official cut-off marks for its undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic year.

Kaduna deserves honesty. It deserves projects, not propaganda. And it deserves leaders who prioritize the people over their own reputations. Governor Uba Sani is proving that even with a crippled treasury, commitment and prudent management can still deliver results. The people of Kaduna see it, and history will record it.

It is within this context that Umar Ajiya Isa’s political entrance has attracted considerable public attention. Many believe that such Ajiya’s ambition reflects a leader with administrative experience, grassroots connection, and a proven capacity for results.

Before the coming of Governor Ahmed Aliyu, Sokoto State faced some of the most serious public health challenges in Northern Nigeria, particularly in the areas of child malnutrition, maternal mortality, and access to basic healthcare services, largely due to the neglect of the Aminu Tambuwal administration. The failure of that administration to make meaningful investments in critical sectors contributed significantly to the worsening conditions faced by many women and children across the state. These problems were further aggravated by insecurity, widespread poverty, food insecurity, and weak healthcare infrastructure in several communities.

Muhammad Abdullahi Sokoto, a former Chairman of the Sokoto State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), has urged private media owners to invest in staff training and development, emphasising that well-trained teams deliver higher quality content that truly serves their growing audiences.

At the workshop’s opening, NUJ Chairman Usman Binji said the event was designed to provide participants with practical knowledge and a deeper understanding of judicial processes, legal boundaries, ethical challenges, and responsible news writing.

At 40, Mahdi Aliyu Magatakarda Wammako joined Wamakko district’s royal ranks, receiving the respected title of Yariman Wamakko.