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Bauchi
The Chairman, Bauchi State Sports Council, Alhaji Tanimu Sa’idu, has commended Team Bauchi to the 18th National Sports Festival, saying that it performed well, in spite of late preparations.
Sa’idu told newsmen in Bauchi that both the council and the state government were impressed with the athletes’ 18th position on the final medals table.
“The contingent deserves commendation because it has performed well, in spite of late arrangements and preparations for the festival.
Borno
The Borno State Government has announced the award of a N95 million contract for the rehabilitation of the state School for the Blind in Maiduguri.
Alhaji Usman Durkwa, the Commissioner for Religious Affairs, told newsmen that the exercise was in line with the policy of the present administration to provide welfare for persons with disabilities.
He said the contract would include the provision of bedding and furniture, special text books, brail computers and other special teaching aids.
He said that the contract would also cover the supply of equipment for the teaching of the deaf and other disabled persons in the school.
FCT
The Chairman House Committee on INEC, Mr Jerry Mamwe, has called on the Budget Office to understand the workings of INEC with a view to attracting more funds for the organisation.
He made the call in an interview with The Tide in Abuja.
Mamwe said that the call became imperative because INEC had had its budget slashed by 40 per cent in spite of its enormous responsibility to the nation.
“It is so unfortunate that the executive is not seeing election as a process; rather, it sees it as an event and this cannot move INEC forward.
Kano
Commercial motorcycle operators in Kano say that they are recording low patronage because of the prevailing harmattan haze and cold in the area.
Some of the motorcyclists told newsmen that the weather condition had adversely affected their business and income.
Aminu Wada, one of the motorcyclists operating on Hadeja Road, said that the severe weather had forced him to stop operating in the early hours of the day.
“Since the turn of the season, customers no longer patronise us; they now prefer to board taxis and buses, especially in the morning,’’ he said.
Katsina
The Katsina State Government has expended N300 million on community development projects under its Community and Social Development Project (CSDP) scheme in the past three years.
The state’s Commissioner for Lands, Alhaji Nasidi Danladi, made the disclosure in Katsina on Tuesday at a training workshop for 300 Local Government workers, organised by the CSDP.
The CSDP which replaces Local Empowerment and Environmental Management Project (LEEMP), is aimed at assisting local communities in infrastructure development.
Kwara
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has presented relief materials worth millions of naira to flood victims in Kwara.
The materials were presented by the NEMA Zonal Coordinator, Mr Ishaya Chinoko, to the Special Adviser, Emergency and Relief Services to the Governor, Alhaji Musa Abdullahi.
The items included over 200 bags of rice, 350 mattresses, clothes and food items.
Chinoko said the items were provided to meet the immediate needs of the victims in the five affected council areas.
Nasarawa
The Nasarawa State Commissioner for Education, Mr. Hussaini Abubakar, has said the government will check the increasing cases of quack in the teaching profession.
At a sensitisation workshop organised by the Teachers’ Registration Council (TRC) in Lafia Abubakar, said the infiltration of non-professional teachers into the profession in the state would not be allowed to continue.
The commissioner, who was represented by Hajia Zainab Abdulmumuni, the Permanent Secretary, said: “Teaching is just like any other profession in the country, so anyone who love teaching as a career must have the necessary qualification.’’
He commended TRC for living up to its mandate and expressed the hope that the registration of professional teachers by the council would help in repositioning the profession like others.
Niger
A former Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar, has expressed worry that the insecurity in the country was affecting the nation’s economy, especially its Northern part.
Abubakar made the remark in Minna after his inauguration as the Chairman of the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai Endowment Fund board of trustees by Gov. Babangida Aliyu of Niger.
He said the north was hard hit by the problems of insecurity that its once popular night economy had been sent into comatose, adding: “there is no more night economy’’.
He said carnage, destruction of public property and loss of innocent lives were having negative effects on the national economy and therefore should be stopped.
Ogun
The Ogun State Ministry of Health has announced it would establish four ambulance points at strategic places to reduce deaths on the highways.
The points are Mowe-Ibafo axis, Odeda-Ibadan Road, Olorunda-Imeko Road and Oni in Ogun Waterside.
The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Olaokun Soyinka made the announcement in Abeokuta, while defending his ministry’s budget for 2013, before the state legislators.
Soyinka said that it was part of government’s effort to further safeguard lives and to make the accident victims to get prompt attention.
Ondo
The European Union will no longer allow timber products from Nigeria into the its markets as from March 2013, according to a Nigerian official.
The Deputy Director of Forestry, Federal Ministry of Environment, Mr. Oye Adedoyin revealed this in an interview with newsmen in Akure.
Adedoyin was in the Ondo State capital to attend a Federal Department of Forestry-sponsored workshop tagged “Survey and Study on Timber: Flows to identify the extent of illegal logging in Nigeria.”
Oyo
The Chairman, Oyo State branch of Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria (CFAN), Chief Joseph Ojediji said that members of the group planted about 400,000 hybrid cocoa seedlings.
Ojediji told our correspondent in Ibadan that the last time seedlings were provided free to farmers in the state was two years ago.
“ Two years ago, we got about 1.5 million seedlings from the government, this time around, we got about 400,000 while we got nothing during the last planting season,’’ he said.
He said the Abiola Ajimobi administration in the state had improved its relationship with cocoa farmers in the state, adding that his members really appreciated the free seedlings distributed to farmers.
Plateau
Some residents of Jos and Bukuru in Plateau are now rushing for second hand clothing and other materials for the Christmas.
Residents were seen purchasing assorted materials from second hand clothes dealers for the Christmas at the Terminus, Katako and Bukuru markets, our source said.
The survey revealed that the second hands clothes market was patronised in preference to the new clothes and boutiques because of the assorted materials, which could be purchased cheaply.
The survey showed that the residents were motivated to patronise the second hands clothes due to the paucity of funds because of non-payment of majority of the workforce at the grass-roots level of government in the state.
Taraba
The Chief Judge of Taraba, Justice Josephine Tuktur, has appealed to state governors to grant financial autonomy to the judiciary for effective service delivery.
Tuktur told our reporter in Jalingo that the autonomy of the judiciary would improve service delivery and help in prison decongestion.
“I want to appeal to state governors to grant financial independence to the state judiciary.
“If a budget is made for the judiciary and promptly released, most of the challenges in the system that delay service delivery will be tackled and quick dispensation of justice will strive,” she said.
The Arewa /Northern Community in Rivers state has appointed Alhaji Shuaibu Wada Madawakin Tilda as the Acting Dan Buran Rivers State.
The appointment is subject to confirmation by the Cabinet Council.
The appointment follows the dethronement of the former occupant,
Alhaji Musa Saeedu.
A statement from the Palace of the Sarkin Arewa/Northern Community (Sarkin Hausawan) in Rivers State and signed by His Royal Highness, Alhaji Hussaini Isah said the dethronement is with immediate effect.
The statement further disclosed that the decision follows an allegation of acts of insubordination and conduct considered contrary to the values, discipline, and traditions of the Northern community perpetuated by the Fmr Dan Buran.
The statement advised the public to discontinue to recognising and addressing Alhaji Musa Saeedu as the Dan Buran of the State, adding that he no longer holds the title and remained suspended.
Responding via telephone interview, Alhaji Musa Saeedu said he will not make any comment regarding the matter.
The Alliance Française of Port Harcourt opened its doors to more than sixty French language teachers from Port Harcourt and across Rivers State at the weekend for an afternoon dedicated to celebration, creativity, and community spirit.
The event which was Supported by the Embassy of France in Nigeria, forms part of the global celebrations marking the Journée Internationale du Professeur de Français (French Teachers Day) a day officially set aside to observe worldwide every 20 November.
The Tide Entertainment reports that every year, French teachers around the globe are honoured for the passion and dedication they bring into their classrooms.In 2025, the theme chosen “Chanter, jouer, enseigner: la francophonie en musique” (Sing, Play, Teach: Francophonie in Music) invited the entire community to explore the joy of teaching through song, performance, and artistic expression.
A Day that brings teachers together for the French teaching community in Port Harcourt, this celebration is much more than a ceremony, it is a rare moment to step away from the classroom and reconnect with the simple joy of sharing, learning, and creating together.
The Alliance Française transformed the occasion into a space buzzing with music and entertainment. Teachers from primary schools, secondary schools, universities, and adult learning centers gathered to exchange ideas, reconnected with colleagues, and discover each other’s talents in an atmosphere filled with warmth and friendship.
Honouring Creativity with the theme “Our Teachers Have Talent!”This year, the Embassy of France launched a national contest titled “Nos profs ont du talent!” (“Our Teachers Have Talent !”), participants were invited to either interpret or create a Francophone song.For a month, from 13 October to 13 November 2025, teachers from across the country submitted their performances online, filling the digital space with francophone music.While winners of this nationwide competition were announced.
According to the the Director, Mrs Marina Lacal, Alliance Française Port Harcourt, excitement and anticipation were added to the celebrations, saying that in Port Harcourt, the festivities went even further. Port Harcourt experienced a Unique Celebration that went beyond the online competition, Alliance Française Port Harcourt created something special, an event where teachers met physically, shared moment of joy, and present their musical talents live.On stage, teachers sang the songs they love and those they have created, showcasing the creativity that animates their classrooms every day.
She explained that that off stage, they( participants )shared stories, network with colleagues, laughed together, and celebrated their unique contribution to the promotion of the French language in Rivers State.This gathering is also a moment of recognition. Every day, French teachers open doors for thousands of learners, children discovering their first French words, teenagers preparing for exams, university students shaping their future careers, and adults embracing new opportunities.
“Today, the spotlight shines on them. More Than an Event, A Tribute to Their Dedication The 2025 celebration in Port Harcourt was a heartfelt tribute to the teachers who make French come alive, those who inspire, guide, and encourage learners with unwavering commitment,” Mrs. Lacal said
The Director explained that It recognises their resilience, their creativity, and their essential role in building bridges between cultures.By offering them a moment of relaxation, fun, artistic expression, and professional networking, Alliance Française Port Harcourt reaffirms its mission to support educators, strengthen the teaching community, and celebrate the vibrant energy of the Francophonie in Nigeria.
Climax of the exciting event was the presentation of prizes to winners of the competition.
The Chairman Advisory Committee on Entertainment and Performing Arts, Khana Local Government Area, Hon. Lexy M. Mueka has expressed gratitude to the Chairman of Khana Local Government Area Dr. Thomas Bariere for his support and vision in promoting entertainment as a tool for peacebuilding and youth engagement.
Hon Mueka made this known to the Tide Entertainment during a recently concluded concert tagged “OGONI ARISE CONCERT” held at the No. 6 Field, Old Port Harcourt Township.
According to him, the concert was not just an event but a movement aimed at reawakening the cultural consciousness of the Ogoni people and inspiring the younger generation to use their talents positively.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the event, organized by Triple 3 Entertainment under the auspices of the office of the Chairman Advisory committee on Entertainment and Performing Arts to the Chairman of Khana Local Government Area, was a vibrant celebration of peace, unity, and cultural renaissance among the Ogoni people.
“Conceptualized as a platform to promote social harmony, empower young creatives, and showcase the rich artistic heritage of Ogoniland, the Ogoni Arise Concert succeeded in bringing together community leaders, entertainers, and the general public in a rare show of solidarity. The event featured electrifying performances by indigenous and regional artistes, dance troupes, comedians, and cultural ambassadors, all united under one message — Ogoni is rising again,” Hon. Mueka said.
“The Ogoni Arise Concert was designed to remind us of who we are — a people of strength, creativity, and unity. We wanted to show that entertainment can be a bridge for peace, a voice for our youth, and a celebration of our identity,” he added.
The event also featured a special Award Presentation Ceremony recognizing distinguished Ogoni sons and daughters who have made remarkable contributions in areas such as leadership, humanitarian service, creative excellence, and cultural promotion. The awards added a touch of prestige and purpose, reinforcing the concert’s theme of celebrating excellence while inspiring future generations.
Security at the event venue was top-notch, turnout of attendance impressive, and the atmosphere electric throughout the night.
Meanwhile, guests and participants had described the event as “historic, well-organized, and truly uplifting.”
