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A devastating petrol tanker explosion in Majia town, Jigawa State, claimed the lives of at least 153 people, with 94 fatalities recorded at the scene. Many of the injured were rushed to Ringim General Hospital and the Federal Medical…

Senator Babangida Hussaini, representing Jigawa North West, has expressed profound sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the people of Majia Town and the entire state of Jigawa following the tragic petrol tanker explosion that…

By Yaseer Ahmad, Dutse The First Lady of Jigawa State, Hajiya Hadiza Umar, has called on women across the state to adopt hand-washing as a daily habit to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Speaking at the 2024 Global Hand…

Governor Namadi Joins Mass Burial, Promises Swift Action By Mika'il Tsoho, Dutse A tragic petroleum tanker explosion in Majia town, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State, has claimed the lives of at least 107 people, most of…

By: Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse Following a devastating tanker explosion in Jigawa State that has tragically claimed over 100 lives, Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow, pledging immediate federal intervention and calling…

A devastating petrol tanker explosion has claimed the lives of more than 100 people in Taura Local Government Area (LGA), Jigawa State, with fears that the death toll could rise. The incident occurred late Tuesday evening in Majiya, a…

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has raised fresh concerns over the crippling impact of a 250% electricity tariff hike, warning that no manufacturer can sustain operations under such a sudden and steep increase. The hike,…

The Jigawa State Executive Council, under the leadership of Governor Malam Umar Namadi, has approved a series of major projects and initiatives aimed at improving education, infrastructure, and economic development across the state. The…

The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), has introduced new, consolidated regulations for obtaining petrol import licences and overseeing petroleum operations. This…

Nigeria’s inflation rate climbed to 32.7% in September 2024, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This marks a 0.55% increase from the 32.15% recorded in August 2024,…

By Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse In a bid to tackle the growing issue of out-of-school children in Nigeria, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged immediate action to address the country's severe teacher shortage. The…

Nigerians have once again been thrown into widespread darkness as the national electricity grid collapsed on Tuesday morning, less than 24 hours after a similar failure on Monday evening. The frequent disruptions continue to strain the…

Nigeria’s crude oil production witnessed a notable decline in September, with a drop of 33,000 barrels per day, bringing the average output to 1.405 million barrels per day (bpd), according to the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting…

Nigeria was plunged into darkness once again on Monday, 14th October 2024, following the collapse of the national power grid, marking the sixth occurrence this year. Data from the Nigerian System Operator’s portal (niggrid.org)…

President Bola Tinubu has condemned the poor treatment of Nigeria's Super Eagles at a Libyan airport, calling for a thorough investigation by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The team, reportedly subjected to inhumane…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed his belief that Nigeria’s economic struggles were never part of God's plan, citing the nation’s vast natural wealth. He made this assertion during the 40th anniversary celebration of the…

By Mika'il Tsoho, Dutse As the world celebrated the International Day of the Girl Child, the First Lady of Jigawa State, Hajiya Hadiza Umar Namadi, has reiterated her commitment to advancing the education of girls in the state. Speaking…

In a significant move to strengthen the administrative framework of Jigawa State, Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi has approved the appointment of two pioneer executive secretaries for the newly established Tsangaya Board and Residents…

Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, is known for its striking contrasts. On one side, glitzy malls and luxury cars paint a picture of wealth and success. On the other, the streets teem with beggars—men, women, and children hoping for a coin or two…