Governor suspends N1.3 billion hospital renovation project on poor implementation
The governor's visit to Gumel General Hospital has sparked widespread social media reactions, with commentators calling for similar oversight visits ...
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Jigawa govt approves upward review of minimum pension
With this implementation already underway, thousands of retirees across Jigawa State are expected to begin benefiting from the adjusted rates ...
J-INVEST 2026: Gov Namadi declares Jigawa open for business, unveils economic blueprint
The summit, themed “Unlocking Opportunities, Driving Sustainable Growth for a Greater Jigawa,” comes 13 years after the state's inaugural economic ...
Jigawa hosts northwest governors as Remi Tinubu launches food banks, NITDA’s AI, robotics lab
The food banks programme specifically targets vulnerable children under the age of six, pregnant women, and lactating mothers across the ...
Jigawa okays ₦2.4b for greenhouse tech, road compensation, students’ welfare
The approvals feature a strategic rollout of commercial greenhouses, massive compensation payouts for urban renewal projects, and a state-wide student ...
154,412 vulnerable households receive ‘Renewed Hope’ grant in Jigawa
Mr Sankara said the beneficiaries receive their social security packages as envisioned under the Renewed Hope agenda of President Bola ...
Jigawa secures $2bn investment interest from Chinese investors
The proposed investment, which is expected to focus on the revitalization of the Maigatari Border Free Trade Zone and the ...
Jigawa gov reaffirms one million votes pledge for Tinubu in 2027 presidential election
Mr Namadi expressed confidence that the outcome of the presidential primary would send a strong signal to opposition parties that ...
Gov Namadi assures investors of stable, supportive business environment in Jigawa
The governor gave the assurance while receiving a high-powered delegation from Hefei Shengwen Information Technology Company Limited of China, led ...
Jigawa APC elders endorse President Tinubu, Gov Namadi for 2nd term
The resolution was reached Sunday at a meeting of the elders committee, regarded as the highest decision-making body of the ...
Setting the Record Straight: Clarifying misleading reports on alleged APC defections in Jigawa State
Ahead 2027 governorship and presidential elections, Jigawa State remains politically conscious and discerning. The electorate places a premium on integrity, ...
Ahead 2027, Jigawa Assembly passes vote of confidence on Tinubu, Namadi
The Speaker commended Governor Namadi and President Tinubu for their sustained support of the state's agricultural sector.
Jigawa moves to expand poultry sector as Indian investors visit state
As part of their engagement in the state, the delegation is undertaking a four-day technical assessment across Kazaure, Gumel, Hadejia, ...
Fruits of Namadi’s China Tour: Accelerating transformation of Maigatari EPZ, By Hamisu Gumel
The Maigatari Export Processing Zone (EPZ) stands out as one of the most ambitious economic assets in Jigawa State, with ...
Umar Namadi @ 63: Stewardship defined by integrity and service, By Nasiru Nasiru
Since assuming office as governor on 29 May 2023, Namadi has introduced a renewed sense of purpose and direction in ...
Jigawa speaker celebrates Governor Namadi on 63rd birthday
The speaker extended the felicitations on behalf of the entire members of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, the State ...
2026 Hajj: Jigawa Pilgrims Board commences vaccination for intending pilgrims
The Director-General of the Board, Ahmad Umar Labbo, announced that corrective measures and health precautions are being taken to ensure ...
Eid-el-Fitr: Gov Namadi pledges to strengthen Agric sector
“Agriculture is the main investment for the people of Jigawa State. We are aware of the state of farming in ...
Jigawa governor sympathises with Qatar over middle east conflict
The Qatari Ambassador to Nigeria, Yousef Mohammed Ahmed Al-Hail, hosted a special Ramadan breakfast in honour of the Executive Governor ...
Jigawa govt will pursue Walida’s case to logical conclusion- Gov Namadi
Governor Namadi said that the state government will enroll Miss Walida back in school and fully sponsor her education to ...
SSS releases Walida, baby to Jigawa government
She was handed over to Governor Umar Namadi and several top officials of the Jigawa State Government late on Wednesday ...
Jigawa approves ₦1bn final tranche for KEDCO equity stake
The amount represents the third and final tranche of the state’s investment agreement with the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO).
Beyond the Billions: Five takeaways from Jigawa’s 2026 budget, By Muttaka Turaki Gujungu
This post aims to cut through the complexity and distill the five most surprising and impactful takeaways from the state's ...
We’ll modernise almajiri education-Governor Namadi pledges
The governor also revealed that the state is collaborating with the National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS), under ...
ELIP-Initiative applauds Jigawa pension payouts, urges further reform
The Exceptional Leadership and Integrity Promotion (ELIP) Initiative commended Governor Umar Namadi for disbursement of terminal and death benefits to ...
