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

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.

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.

In this investigative report, our correspondent, SHAFA’ATU SULEIMAN, travelled across two states- Yobe and Sokoto to document the trajectories in the running of the country’s Primary Healthcare System. It independently looks at the failing approach and key successes of primary healthcare centres across the two states, and how weak health information systems make infrastructure planning reactive rather than proactive. 

Determined to gauge the implementation of development projects at the grassroots, Governor Ahmad Aliyu of Sokoto State has unveiled plans to embark on a comprehensive tour of all 23 Local Government Areas.

Rakiya A.Muhammad A visionary new initiative, ‘Enhancing Women’s Participation in Politics and Decision-Making in Sokoto,’ launches, igniting hope and marking…

Rakiya A. Muhammad Stakeholders have called for stronger women’s voices and increased representation in Sokoto’s political and decision-making arenas. The…

The Chairman of Isa Local Government Area, Sharehu Abubakar Kamarawa, has raised concerns over the circulation of false narratives online which he said are amplifying fear and anxiety among residents of communities in the area.

Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, Senator for Sokoto South, has declared that his move from the People’s Democratic Party to the All-Democratic Congress (ADC) marks the most promising step for his political journey.