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World Environment Day: BTG Initiative Urges Investment in Nature-Based Solutions to Tackle Climate Change

By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, Kaduna Tracereporters News–Bridge That Gap Hope for Africa Initiative (BTG Initiative) has called on governments, development partners, civil society organisations, the private sector and citizens to invest in nature-based solutions and strengthen environmental protection as part of efforts to address the growing impacts of climate change. The organisation made the call in a statement issued on Thursday to mark the 2026 World Environment Day with the theme, …...

World Environment Day: BTG Initiative Urges Investment in Nature-Based Solutions to Tackle Climate Change By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, Kaduna Tracereporters News–Bridge That Gap Hope for Africa Initiative (BTG Initiative) has called on governments, development partners, civil society organisations, the pr…

KADMAM Urges Tinubu to Assent Malaria Agency Bill, Demands Accountability

By Lola Seriki–Idahosa, Kaduna Tracereporters News --The Maternal Accountability Mechanism in Kaduna Initiative (KADMAM) has commended the Nigerian Senate for passing the National Malaria Elimination Agency Bill, describing the development as a major milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to combat malaria and improve public health outcomes, particularly for women and children. The organisation also called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to promptly assent to the bill to enable the establishment of the proposed agency and strengthen the country’s response to malaria, one of Nigeria’s most persistent public health challenges....

KADMAM Urges Tinubu to Assent Malaria Agency Bill, Demands Accountability By Lola Seriki–Idahosa, Kaduna Tracereporters News –The Maternal Accountability Mechanism in Kaduna Initiative (KADMAM) has commended the Nigerian Senate for passing the National Malaria Elim…

How 65-Year-Old Kidnap Victim Trekked 3 Days Barefoot To Freedom After 54 Days In Captivity

By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, KADUNA Tracereporters News --A 65-year-old woman who spent 54 days in a bandits’ camp has recounted how she escaped from captivity and trekked barefoot for three days through forests, rivers and harsh terrain before finally reaching safety. The elderly woman, who was among scores of victims held by bandits in a forest camp, said she seized an opportunity to flee at about 10 p.m....

How 65-Year-Old Kidnap Victim Trekked 3 Days Barefoot To Freedom After 54 Days In Captivity By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, KADUNA Tracereporters News –A 65-year-old woman who spent 54 days in a bandits’ camp has recounted how she escaped from captivity and trekked barefoot for three days …

2026 Hajj Remains My Best Pilgrimage In 45 Years

Tracereporters News --Leader of Kaduna State 2026 Hajj Delegation to Saudi Arabia, Alhaji Abubakar Mustapha, has disclosed that this year’s pilgrimage is his best since he first performed hajj 45 years ago. Alhaji Abubakar who said that he first came for hajj in 1981 and had subsequently led Kaduna State Delegation as Amirul Hajj in 1999, commended the Malam Salihu S Abubakar-led management of Kaduna State Pilgrims Welfare Agency for conducting a transparent and hitch-free exercise....

2026 Hajj Remains My Best Pilgrimage In 45 Years Tracereporters News –Leader of Kaduna State 2026 Hajj Delegation to Saudi Arabia, Alhaji Abubakar Mustapha, has disclosed that this year’s pilgrimage is his best since he first performed hajj…

Uba Sani Invests Over N1 Billion in Scholarships, Student Welfare

Tracereporters News --The Kaduna State Government has disclosed that Governor Uba Sani’s administration has invested over N1 billion in scholarships, student loans and educational support programmes within the last three years, significantly expanding access to higher education and easing the financial burden on students across the state. The Honourable Commissioner for Information and Culture, Malam Ahmed Maiyaki, made the disclosure while interacting with journalists in Kaduna, describing education as a key pillar of Governor Uba Sani’s human capital development agenda....

Uba Sani Invests Over N1 Billion in Scholarships, Student Welfare Tracereporters News –The Kaduna State Government has disclosed that Governor Uba Sani’s administration has invested over N1 billion in scholarships, student loans and educational support prog…

ABU to Strengthen Distance Learning Delivery by Leveraging Digital Technologies, says VC

Tracereporters News --Ahmadu Bello University is committed to strengthening its distance learning programme delivery by leveraging digital technologies, according to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Adamu Ahmed. He spoke at the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a strategic partnership between the university and DazzleView Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd in Guangzhou, China on Monday, 1st June, 2026. Collaborating with technology companies, he stated, could address one of the most pressing educational challenges facing many developing countries - the problem of out-of-school children....

ABU to Strengthen Distance Learning Delivery by Leveraging Digital Technologies, says VC Tracereporters News –Ahmadu Bello University is committed to strengthening its distance learning programme delivery by leveraging digital technologies, according to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof …

Kaduna Woman Recounts Giving Birth In Bandits’ Captivity

By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, Kaduna For 58 days, women, children and men abducted during an Easter church service in Ariko village have remained in captivity under harsh and inhumane conditions. Amid hunger, sickness, and uncertainty, one of the kidnapped women recently gave birth to a baby in the bandits’ camp, in circumstances that survivors describe as a struggle between life and death....

Kaduna Woman Recounts Giving Birth In Bandits’ Captivity By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, Kaduna For 58 days, women, children and men abducted during an Easter church service in Ariko village have remained in captivity under harsh and inhumane conditions. Amid …

2027: Internal Power Struggles Shake Political Parties in Kaduna

By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, Kaduna As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum, major political parties in Kaduna State are increasingly grappling with internal disputes, leadership tussles, and intense competition among aspirants seeking elective positions. The unfolding developments have sparked concerns among political observers who warn that unresolved disagreements could affect party cohesion and electoral fortunes in one of Nigeria's most politically strategic states....

2027: Internal Power Struggles Shake Political Parties in Kaduna By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, Kaduna As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum, major political parties in Kaduna State are increasingly grappling with internal disput…

CDF Targets 1,000 Teachers as 105 Gain Digital Literacy Skills in Kaduna

By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, Kaduna Tracereporters News --The Caleb Danladi Foundation (CDF) has trained 105 primary school teachers in Jaba Local Government Area of Kaduna State on digital literacy and modern teaching methodologies as part of efforts to improve the quality of basic education and promote technology-driven learning. The five-day training programme, held at the Computer Centre of Anglican Grammar School, Kwoi, from May 25 to May 29, 2026, equipped participants with practical digital skills and innovative teaching approaches aimed at enhancing classroom delivery and improving learning outcomes....

CDF Targets 1,000 Teachers as 105 Gain Digital Literacy Skills in Kaduna By Lola Seriki -Idahosa, Kaduna Tracereporters News –The Caleb Danladi Foundation (CDF) has trained 105 primary school teachers in Jaba Local Government Area of Kaduna State on digital litera…

2027: A Crowded Race to A*o Rock as Tinubu, Atiku, Jonathan, Obi and Gbenga Hashim Eye the Presidency

By Samuel Gari and Tanimu Iro As Nigeria moves steadily towards the 2027 presidential election, political observers are closely examining the strengths and weaknesses of the leading contenders expected to shape the contest. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu enters the race with the advantage of incumbency, extensive political networks and ongoing economic reforms aimed at stabilising the nation. Supporters argue that infrastructure development, tax reforms and efforts to attract investment are signs of progress....

2027: A Crowded Race to A*o Rock as Tinubu, Atiku, Jonathan, Obi and Gbenga Hashim Eye the Presidency By Samuel Gari and Tanimu Iro As Nigeria moves steadily towards the 2027 presidential election, political observers are closely examining the strengths and weaknesses of the leading contenders expe…