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Dr Sani Idris, 4 Governors, Others to Bag Arewa Media Practitioners Award at Northern Security Dialogue in Kano

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All is now set for the _Northern Security Dialogue_, the 8th Arewa Media Practitioners Lecture on Insecurity in Northern Nigeria, scheduled for Wednesday, 13th May, 2026, at the Murtala Mohammed Library in Kano, under the able leadership of Professor Armaya'u Hamisu Bichi former Vice Chancellor Federal University Dutsinma. “Our primary aim is to address insecurity, banditry, and terrorism in Northern Nigeria: Causes, Genesis, and Solutions, and to encourage leaders in the region to promote the virtues of good governance. This is the only way to attain sustainable growth and development in the region,” said Comrade Musa Mohammed, National President of Arewa Media Practitioners. The event is expected to be a significant intellectual gathering, with scholars and experts presenting papers and offering valuable perspectives on addressing insecurity in Northern Nigeria. *16 Nigerians to be Honoured* During the security dialogue, 16 Nigerians from the Northern region will be honoured. Lea...

AWARDS GALORE: Sadiq Mamman Lagos, 4 Governors, Others to Bag Arewa Media Practitioners Award at Northern Security Dialogue in Kano

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All is now set for the _Northern Security Dialogue_, the 8th Arewa Media Practitioners Lecture on Insecurity in Northern Nigeria, scheduled for Wednesday, 13th May, 2026, at the Murtala Mohammed Library in Kano, under the able leadership of Professor Armaya'u Hamisu Bichi former Vice Chancellor Federal University Dutsinma. “Our primary aim is to address insecurity, banditry, and terrorism in Northern Nigeria: Causes, Genesis, and Solutions, and to encourage leaders in the region to promote the virtues of good governance. This is the only way to attain sustainable growth and development in the region,” said Comrade Musa Mohammed, National President of Arewa Media Practitioners. The event is expected to be a significant intellectual gathering, with scholars and experts presenting papers and offering valuable perspectives on addressing insecurity in Northern Nigeria. *16 Nigerians to be Honoured* During the security dialogue, 16 Nigerians from the Northern region will be honoured. Lea...

DIVIDEND PAYOUT: Transcorp Power Declares ₦41.2 Billion Dividend for Shareholders at 13th AGM in Abuja

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UGHELLI, NIGERIA – 27 April, 2026 Transcorp Power Plc (“Transcorp Power or the “Company”), (NGX: TRANSPOWER), one of the power subsidiaries of Africa’s leading listed conglomerate, Transnational Corporation Plc (“Transcorp Group”), has announced a ₦41.25 billion total dividend to its shareholders at the 13th Annual General Meeting held at the Congress Hall, Transcorp Hilton Abuja. The total dividend consists of an interim dividend of ₦11 billion, representing ₦1.50 per share, which was paid in August 2025, together with a final dividend of ₦30 billion, equivalent to ₦4.00 per share. At the AGM, shareholders approved the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2025. The GENCO, in its audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, recorded revenue of ₦398.27 billion for the period, up from ₦305.94 billion in FY 2024, indicating robust growth. Board Chairman’s Statement   Mr. Emmanuel Nnorom, Chairman, Transcorp Power Plc:   _"We re...

4 Governors, 12 Others to Receive Arewa Media Practitioners Award for National Development in Kano

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   All is now set for the _Northern Security Dialogue_, the 8th Arewa Media Practitioners Lecture on Insecurity in Northern Nigeria, scheduled for Wednesday, 13th May, 2026, at the Murtala Mohammed Library in Kano, under the able leadership of Professor Armaya'u Hamisu Bichi former Vice Chancellor Federal University Dutsinma. “Our primary aim is to address insecurity, banditry, and terrorism in Northern Nigeria: Causes, Genesis, and Solutions, and to encourage leaders in the region to promote the virtues of good governance. This is the only way to attain sustainable growth and development in the region,” said Comrade Musa Mohammed, National President of Arewa Media Practitioners. The event is expected to be a significant intellectual gathering, with scholars and experts presenting papers and offering valuable perspectives on addressing insecurity in Northern Nigeria. *16 Nigerians to be Honoured* During the security dialogue, 16 Nigerians from the Northern region will be honou...

Prof. Hadiza Usman: ‘The Famous Female Medical Doctor Who Made Huge Contributions to Healthcare Service delivery’

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By Comrade Musa Mohammed  The preservation and restoration of health are integral parts of any healthy and well-functioning society.  Prof. Hadiza Abdullahi Usman innovation, hard work, and devotion changed the face of Federal Medical Centre Nguru. Her achievements is remarkable in every sense. People are bound to wonder. It’s the kind that fables are made of.  The public are keenly aware of the work that you’re doing to help patients across Nigeria.   The Medical Director, Federal medical centre Nguru, Prof. Hadiza Usman have delightfully and patriotically risen to the task.  The Federal medical centre Nguru, is the federal government owned tertiary health facility in Yobe state, which also renders medical services nation wide. The Medical Director effectively has proven to be an uphill task as virtually at preceding Medical Directors can attest. The hospital is perennially plagued by shortage of personnel, especially medical doctors, drugs, facilities and...

Clarifying Allegations Against Prof. Hadiza Usman

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Prof. Hadiza Usman, Medical Director, FMC Nguru, responds to nepotism allegations: - Employed 599 staff (2023-2025): 374 (62.4%) Yobe indigenes, 66% from Nguru - First-time employment is merit-based: apply, qualify, get hired - Claims previous system was unfair, favored those "in the know" - Analysis shows Kogi indigenes (her tribe) got fewer jobs under her (1.1%) vs pre-2023 (1.5%) Prof. Usman asserts transparent hiring, prioritizing local opportunities. Below is the FMC Nguru Staff Recruitment 2022 - 2026 under the able Leadership of Prof. Hadiza Usman

Prof. Hadiza Usman Transforming Healthcare in Yobe

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   Impressive track record! Prof. Hadiza Usman's 3-year tenure as Medical Director, FMC Nguru, shows significant progress. The Medical director Healthcare Revolution In Yobe State, who is actively driving initiatives to enhance healthcare delivery, improve infrastructure, and foster partnerships in Yobe State.  The recent developments under the able leadership of Professor Hadiza Usman, includes the construction of a modern clinic and efforts to advance medical service Key aspects of leadership under Prof. Hadiza Usman: - Upgraded facilities: EHR, theatres, wards, labs - Infrastructure boost: staff housing, solar power, oxygen plant. - Enhanced services: renal complex, mental health, laparoscopic surgery - Accredited training programs and ongoing constructions. Below are Breakdown of over 50 numbers of Professor Hadiza Usman's Healthcare Transformation in FMC Nguru in Just 3 Years. Implementation of EHR at the Centre. Renovation of state-of-the-art Accident and Emergency ...