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Media Access Vital for Empowering Rural Fulani Women – FUDECO Chairman

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The Kano State chapter of the Fulbe Development and Cultural Organization (FUDECO), in collaboration with the National Commission for Nomadic Education, has hosted a stakeholder engagement focused on strengthening media access for rural Fulani women. The event, held in Kano, was themed “Consolidating the Outcomes of the IDRC-SPARC GES Research Findings on the Media Empowerment of Pastoralist Women in Kano State.”

In his opening remarks, the Kano State Chairman of FUDECO, Abdullahi Isa, emphasized the critical role of media in shaping societies. He noted that the media serves as a mirror of the society, providing moral and cultural reflections through both mainstream and traditional platforms. He quoted scholars and leaders such as Kofi Anan former UN secretary General and a former U.S. President to support his claim that media is now as vital as air and blood in contemporary life.

Abdullahi Isa pointed out the stark media access disparity between urban and rural Fulani communities. He stressed that Fulani women in remote areas are often left behind in the information flow. “Just recently, a Fulani man asked a question that showed how much media access is missing in our rural areas,” he said, adding that through radio, many people learn values, school requirements, and critical information that prevent societal ills.

He further stated that their research examined how rural pastoralists are using or failing to use media tools to educate themselves, particularly women who, in many cases, have limited exposure.

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Presenting the detailed research findings, Maryam Nuhu Bayero of FUDECO revealed that over the past five years, the organization has worked with stakeholders in states like Taraba and Kaduna on issues including land tenure and media literacy. According to her, research in select communities, encompassing around 35,000 residents across clusters of 15 settlements, showed that these areas maintain seasonal migration patterns with minimal security threats.

She explained that there findings in Dawakin Kudu Local Government in Kano women in the communities are economically active, with about 74% owning domestic animals such as poultry and goats. However, she noted that men retain control over these resources. Only 30% of women own land, and even then, their control is limited. Bayero said that domestic responsibilities dominate women’s roles and that their access to formal education remains extremely restricted. “Empowerment for these women is often defined as the ability to be economically independent through small-scale businesses or vocational training,” she said.

Dr. Muhammad Sale of the Department of Nigerian Languages at Bayero University Kano spoke as a resource person at the event. He reiterated the need for improved communication between the Fulani people and media practitioners. “There is a huge gap between the media and what is happening in our communities,” he said. “We want to be able to provide accurate information to media houses without censorship, and for media professionals to understand our context.”

Also speaking the Emir of Kano Muhammad Sunusi II represented by the Bunun Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ahmad Sadiq, who is also the District Head of Rijiyar Lemo, urged greater unity and mutual respect within communities. He lamented the erosion of traditional values, noting that people no longer inform community leaders when they enter or settle in a community. “We must return to our roots, be our neighbours’ keepers, and ensure that societal norms are upheld,” he said.

The engagement concluded with a unified call for improved access to media for rural Fulani women, greater collaboration between media outlets and pastoralist communities, and sustained efforts to empower women through education, economic participation, and cultural recognition.

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KANSIEC Chairman Advises Fruits Sellers Association to Modernize Business

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The Fruits Sellers Association, Kano State Chapter, has been advised to develop a strategic plan within a specific timeframe to modernize its business operations.

The Chairman of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission, KANSIEC, Professor Sani Lawal Malumfashi, gave the advice during a courtesy visit by members of the association to his office.

Professor Malumfashi stated that the fruit business anywhere in the world serves customers from all backgrounds, both rich and poor, due to the importance of fruits in food consumption.

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He maintained that the association should seek recognition across the three tiers of government in order to benefit from government policies and programmes.

The KANSIEC Chairman added that the present administration under the Executive Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, is transforming Kano into a modern metropolitan city with many parks. He said fruit sellers should secure designated spaces around the corners of flyovers across the city.

Earlier, the Chairman of the Fruits Sellers Association of Nigeria, Kano State Chapter, Alhaji Safiyanu Abdullahi, said they visited KANSIEC to seek guidance on how to conduct free, fair, and peaceful elections within the association.

Bashir Habib Yahya
Media Aide to the KANSIEC Chairman
Date: 11/09/2026

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Breaking :Former PDP National Chairman Alhaji Bamanga Tukur Is Dead

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Former Chairman of the peoples Democratic party during Jonathan’s administration Alhaji Bamanga Tukur is dead .

A credible source in Yola the capital of Adamawa state informed Nigerian Tracker that Alhaji Bamanga Tukur passes on in Abuja.

The source said his body will later be conveyed to Yola the capital of Adamawa state for funeral at the palace of Lamidon Adamawa Alhaji Muhammad Barkindo .

 

Alhaji Dr. Bamanga Mahmud Tukur (CON) was a prominent Nigerian politician, businessman, administrator, and elder statesman who has had a towering impact on Nigeria’s socio-political and economic sectors for over six decades.

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He was widely recognized for his roles as the former Governor of the old Gongola State, the former Minister of Industries, and the former National Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

Early Life and EducationDate of Birth: Born on 15 September 1935 in what is today Adamawa State, Nigeria.

Higher Education: He obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree from the University of Pittsburgh in the United States.

Honorary Recognition: He was awarded an honorary Doctorate Degree in Law (Honoris Causa) by Benue State University in Makurdi, Nigeria.

Traditional Titles: Reflecting his high regional and cultural status, he holds the distinguished traditional titles of Tafidan Adamawa and Wakilin Ganye in Adamawa State.

Career in Public Service & Governance
Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA):
Served as General Manager/Chief Executive from 1975 to 1982, managing port congestion and modernizing seaports.

Governor of Old Gongola State: Elected during the Second Republic in 1982, serving a brief term before the December 1983 military coup.

Minister for Industries: Served under General Sani Abacha’s military administration from 1993 to 1995.

Business and Continental Leadership Founder of BHI Holdings (Daddo Group),

Tukur expanded his economic influence across Africa:

Africa Business Roundtable (ABR): Founder, past president, and Life Patron.

NEPAD Business Group: Elected Chairman in March 2002.

International Maritime Stature: First African Vice President of the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH)

PDP National Chairmanship (2012–2014)Elected PDP National Chairman in March 2012.

 

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Nigeria’s Oil Output Hits 1.573m bpd as OPEC Production Rises–Report Says

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

Nigeria’s crude oil production, excluding condensate, rose by 35,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 1.573 million bpd in August 2026, from 1.537 million bpd in July, according to the latest data from the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).

The increase, representing a 2.3 per cent month-on-month (MoM) growth, places Nigeria among OPEC members that recorded higher production during the month.

OPEC, in its latest monthly data based on direct communication from member countries, said Nigeria’s August output was its highest monthly production level in the data provided for 2026.

The August figure also exceeded Nigeria’s average production of 1.552 million bpd in the second quarter of 2026, indicating a gradual improvement in upstream output.

The development comes amid renewed efforts by the Federal Government and oil producers to boost production through improved security, fresh upstream investments, new projects and the rehabilitation of existing assets.

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Across OPEC, crude oil production increased by 346,000 bpd to 24.081 million bpd in August, from 23.735 million bpd in July.

Iraq recorded the largest increase among OPEC members, with output surging by 664,000 bpd to 3.378 million bpd. Kuwait followed with a 49,000-bpd increase to 1.894 million bpd, while the United Arab Emirates added 54,000 bpd to reach 3.835 million bpd.

Venezuela also increased production by 23,000 bpd to 1.145 million bpd.

However, some major producers recorded declines. Saudi Arabia’s output fell by 75,000 bpd to 7.276 million bpd, while Algeria and Libya declined by 8,000 bpd and 9,000 bpd to 999,000 bpd and 1.355 million bpd respectively.

Iran recorded the largest decline, with production dropping by 399,000 bpd to 2.086 million bpd.

Beyond OPEC, total production by the broader OPEC+ group, comprising OPEC members and participating non-OPEC producers under the Declaration of Cooperation (DoC), rose by 297,000 bpd to 38.055 million bpd in August.

Within the non-OPEC DoC group, Kazakhstan increased production by 159,000 bpd to 1.807 million bpd, while Russia cut output by 160,000 bpd to 8.718 million bpd.

For Nigeria, the latest production increase could provide some relief to government revenue and foreign exchange earnings, given the continued importance of crude oil exports to the economy.

Nigeria has set a target of raising crude oil production towards three million bpd by 2030, making sustained increases essential to achieving the ambition.

However, the country still faces significant challenges, including ageing fields, infrastructure constraints, crude theft, funding difficulties and the need to attract new investment into the upstream sector.

The August performance therefore represents progress, but maintaining the upward trend will be crucial if Nigeria is to close the gap between current production and its ambitious 2030 target.

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