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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of 39-year-old Engr. Dr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The appointment, announced on Monday, is seen as a strategic move by the Tinubu administration to inject youthful innovation and technical depth into the country’s electricity regulatory framework. Engr. Ramat, a highly accomplished engineer and governance expert, brings with him a wealth of experience in public sector innovation, digital transformation, and strategic regulatory leadership.  His appointment is expected to usher in a new era of intelligent regulation, improved consumer protection, and enhanced investor confidence in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). With a multidisciplinary background, Ramat holds a PhD in Strategic Management from Lincoln University, a Master’s degree in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering from India, and...

To mark International Chess Day, Chess for Social Impact, a flagship of Mendlife Global Foundation, on Sunday, hosted the Abuja Elite Chess Meetup, blending competition with a fundraiser for Nigeria’s rising chess star, Tennyson Olisa. The event, held at Cafe One, Sterling Bank Plaza, Abuja brought together top players, enthusiasts, and philanthropists to support chess as a tool for unity and empowerment. This year’s theme, “Every Move Counts,” reflected the game’s strategy and the importance of each step in a young athlete’s journey. Founder Oto-obong Mendie (Cassandra) said the event was more than a tournament; it was about transformation through chess. “We are here to celebrate chess as a force for change. This year, our focus is on helping Tennyson Olisa, who’s making Nigeria proud,” she said. Tennyson needs support for his journey to the FIDE Grand Swiss in Uzbekistan and the World Cup in India — a trip requiring around ₦54 million in total. The costs include visa trav...

Utopia Bath and Kitchen, a leading provider of premium bathroom and kitchen solutions, emerged as the top exhibitor at the 2025 Africa International Housing Show (AIHS), held in Abuja.  The company captivated audiences with its sleek product designs, cutting-edge technology, and commitment to sustainable living. The Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) has been described as the best in Africa in terms of Calibre of Participants, Exhibitors, Government Agencies, Real Estate Brokers and Professionals which are drawn annually from not less than 20 Countries. Held annually, the AHIS is the continent’s largest housing and construction event, drawing thousands of stakeholders from across Africa and beyond, including developers, architects, policymakers, and investors.  This year’s event which held from July 27 to Aug. 1 focused on innovation, affordability, and sustainability in the housing sector. Utopia Bath and Kitchen’s exhibition booth wa...

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Regional Development, Dr. Mary A. Ogbe, on Thursday paid a one-day working visit to Kano State to inspect facilities designated for the takeoff of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC). Dr. Ogbe, accompanied by senior officials from the Ministry, was received by NWDC officials in Kano where she toured facilities donated by the MAAUN Group and BUA Group. The structures are intended to serve as the Commission’s temporary headquarters and Kano State office. The Permanent Secretary also visited a site donated by the Kano State Government, which is expected to serve as the Commission’s permanent headquarters in the near future. Speaking during the visit, Dr. Ogbe commended the generosity and foresight of the MAAUN Group, BUA Group, and the Kano State Government. She described their contributions as vital milestones that will enable the NWDC to establish a physical presence and begin implementing its develo...

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the North-West Development Commission (NWDC), Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji, joined other prominent leaders and stakeholders at the 2-day interactive session on Government–Citizen engagement, organized by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation at Arewa House, Kaduna.  Convened under the theme of strengthening dialogue and rebuilding trust, the forum is a continuation of the Foundation’s earlier efforts to hold leaders to their word and ensure Northern voices shape national policy.  The forum brought together a distinguished array of Northern leaders, including the Chairman, Board of Trustees of the Foundation, Dr. Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu; the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu; federal ministers; and state governors. The session served as a strategic platform to assess the progress of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and to drive progressive dialogue for national development. I...

Introduction Building multiple income streams is one of the smartest financial strategies you can adopt. It’s like having several smaller rivers flowing into one big lake – if one river dries up, the others keep the lake full. This approach helps you reduce financial risk, significantly boost your overall earnings, and accelerate your journey towards true financial freedom. Whether you're just starting your career, looking to supplement your current income, or planning for retirement, understanding the diverse ways money can come to you is the crucial first step. 6 Powerful Income Streams You Can Cultivate Let's dive deeper into six common types of income, breaking them down into clear, actionable insights. 1. Earned Income: The Foundation of Your Finances Earned income is the most direct form of money you receive by actively exchanging your time, skills, or labor for compensation. This is the bedrock for most people's financial lives. It encompasses your regula...

From Ado Salisu, Dutse Players and officials of the on- going UBEC Northwest sports competition have threatening to withdraw from the tournament due to the poor organisation. Our reporter finding revealed that the players and officials have expressed their dismay especially lack of power supply at Dutse NYSC camp, dilapidated unmark pitches among others. It was also leant that the local organizing committee members were not fully canvassed regarding hosting the competitions like this. ''Since we arrived NYSC camp, there was no power supply in the hotels, most of our phone were down, we cannot communicate to parents at home and there is serious mosquitoes in our rooms which if care is not taken the players and officials would affect with malaria,'' they explained . ''Even on match officials, how can a single referee will officiate a match without his assistants and unmark pitches which according to them, this can cause harm.'' ...

Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has expressed it readiness to complement the President Bola Ahmad Tinubu commitment towards the overall development of various sporting activities especially at grassroots levels. The Executive Secretary of the commission, Aisha Garba dropped this hints at the opening ceremony of UBEC northwest organised inconjuction with the Nigerian School Sports Federation NSSF for inter primary schools held at NYSC camp, Dutse, Jigawa state. Aisha Garba who spoke through Oshomoba ester described sports as one of the unifying factor for unity and peace as well as projecting the good image of the state and the country at large. She pledged to continue to do everything possible to support any meaningful programme that has an impact on y development of teeming youths in the country. The Executive Secretary further hinted that the eventual winners and runners up are automatically qualified to represent their zone in the final stage of ...

Hukumar Alhazai ta Ƙasa (NAHCON) ƙarƙashin jagorancina, Farfesa Abdullahi Sale Usman, ta bi sahun sauran al’ummar Najeriya wajen jimamin rasuwar tsohon shugaban ƙasa, Muhammadu Buhari.   Wannan rashin ya zo ne a daidai lokacin da ƙasa ke cikin alhini na rashin wani fitaccen attajiri kuma mai jinƙai, Alhaji Aminu Dantata.  Wannan al’amari wani tunatarwa ne gare mu duka kan cewa kowa yana da lokacin tafiyarsa, kuma yana ƙara bayyana wa matasa bukatar shiryawa don karɓar ragamar shugabanci na gaba da gina rayuwa bisa gaskiya, amana, hangen nesa da kyakkyawar manufa ga makomar Najeriya.   Dukkan su biyu, kowannensu da irin nasa salo, sun kasance tamkar madubin darussa da matasa za su duba su dauki darasi domin gina ingantacciyar ƙasa. Tsohon Shugaban Ƙasa Buhari ya shahara wajen tsantsar gaskiya, rikon amana da ladabi – wanda ya sanya ya zama abin ƙauna da koyi ga talakawa da dama.   Haka kuma, Alhaji Aminu Dantata ya shahara da hikimar kasuwanci da arziki wa...

Kano Engages on Learning Poverty Control Initiative Practice, Sends Delegation To Kwara On Study Tour... In a bid to enhance quality education, Kano State Government has sent powerful delegation for study tour to Kwara State on Learning Poverty Control Initiative (KWARALEARN). Kwara State, is one of the pioneering states in the implementation of the Learning Poverty Control Approach through the NewGlobe-supported KwaraLEARN initiative. Leading the delegation, the State Commissioner of Education Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda disclosed that the visit followed engagements by officials of the state ministry of education with the NewGlobe during the World Education Summit in May 2025 in London, where Nigeria's innovative responses to learning poverty were presented at the apex education summit. Dr. Ali Makoda explained that the tour was therefore aimed at gaining first-hand knowledge of the operational framework of KwaraLEARN initiative with a view to launch...