• EMIRATE COUNCILS IN ZAMFARA STATE: EMIRS AND THEIR CLASS

    Here is the list of Emirs from the 17 Emirate councils in Zamfara State, categorized by their class: First Class Emirs: Second Class Emirs: This list reflects the traditional hierarchy of the emirates in Zamfara State.

  • Longest road in the world

    The longest road in the world to walk, is from Cape Town (South Africa) to Magadan (Russia). No need for planes or boats, there are bridges. It’s a 22,387 kilometers (13911 miles) and it takes 4,492 hours to travel. It would be 187 days walking nonstop, or 561 days walking 8 hours a day. Along…

  • PASTOR J. I. SHIVE’S WORK TO BRING PEACE IN SANKERA

    In times of uncertainty and conflict, God raises men of courage to carry His light into the darkest of places. Rev. J. I. Shive’s visit to the hideouts of bandit leaders in Logo is not a mere coincidence but a divine mission ordained by God Himself. As we reflect on the image of Rev. Shive…

  • NGENEV, UKUM PEACE MEETING ENDS IN DEADLOCK AS COMMISSIONER FAULTS TRADITIONAL RULERS

    y; Kolough Clems Jnr The security and peace seeking meeting of Ngenev component held Thursday at NKST Church Gondo in Ukum Local government Area ended in deadlock following intervention by the Benue State commissioner for Information, culture and Tourism, Hon. Mathew Aboh. Speaking at the meeting as representative of the Benue State Governor, Hon. Abo…

  • Yan Buki

    Yan Buki, also referred to as Yambuki or Yanbuki, is a place in Zurmi LGA, Zamfara State, Nigeria. Yan Buki in combination with nearby Dutsi forms the Yan Buki/ Dutsi Council Ward in Zurmi Local Governement Area (LGA) of Zamfara State. It is located at: Latitude: 12° 48′ 2″ N and Longitude: 6° 39′ 9″…

  • Central Bank of Nigeria: Basic facts

    In 1991, the Bank s and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) formerly BOFI was promulgated to replace the CBN Act of 1958 and the Banking Decree of 1969 (including later amendments). The policy brought the non-bank financial intermediaries under the supervision of Central Bank of Nigeria. Nigerian Inter-Bank Settlement System:In March 1993, the Nigerian Inter-Bank…

  • Electric Vehicles (EV)

    In recent years, there has been alot of rave about electric cars with EV companies highlighting how you can just connect your car, and drive, simple. No more buying fuel at over 1000 NGN, no more queuing in gas stations, in fact no fuel wahalla. Currently, Tesla is often considered the top electric vehicle manufacturer…

  • FG increases Corps Members Allowance to N77,000

    The Federal Government has approved the increment of Corps Members’ monthly allowance to Seventy-Seven Thousand Naira (N77,000) with effect from July 2024. Before this increment, the monthly allowance for Corps Members was Thirty-Three Thousand Naira (N33,000). The Director General of National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General YD Ahmed was thankful to the Federal Government for…

  • Bagega

    Bagega is a Hausa-speaking village located in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State, northwestern Nigeria. The village gained international attention due to a significant lead poisoning crisis linked to artisanal gold mining. Location: Economic Activity: Bagega’s economy is heavily centered on artisanal mining, particularly for gold. This mining activity, while a source of livelihood,…

  • Zamfara

    Zamfara State, located in northwestern Nigeria, has a rich history and diverse cultural background. Originally part of Sokoto State until 1996, it became an autonomous state through the efforts of the local population. Below are key points about the state: Geography and Demographics: History: Economy: Natural Resources: Zamfara has an abundance of natural resources, including:…