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The Kaduna State chapter of the Association of Local Government Of Nigeria (ALGON) has threatened to take legal action against one Imrana Wakili, for making false and baseless accusations against Governor Uba Sani on his X handle.A statement signed by the Association’s spokesperson, Alhaji Muhammad Lawal Shehu on Wednesday, ‘’demands an immediate retraction of this baseless allegation and a public apology.’’ The statement warned that failure to comply with the directive ‘’ will leave us with no choice but to initiate legal proceedings within seven days.’’SPONSOR AD It will be recalled that Imrana had alleged that Governor Uba Sani had…

Survivors of the recent devastating flood in Mokwa, Niger State, have continued to recount their experiences. Most of them who spoke with Weekend Trust said many of their loved ones believed to have been swept away by the flood were yet to be found.Mariya Usman said her family lost 18 people and only 9 bodies had been recovered and buried, while the remaining 9 were yet to be accounted for. “We are still looking for nine members of our family, including three children between the ages of three and ten, as well as my sister,” she said.SPONSOR AD Similarly, Maryam…

The endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the presidential flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) by various party stakeholders and groups while consistently leaving out the name of Vice President Kashim Shettima has added fresh plots to the race for 2027, findings by our correspondents have indicated.Weekend Trust reports that two years into his first term, President Tinubu received the formal backing of APC leaders to contest for a second term.  The endorsement took place at the APC National Summit, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, under the theme “Renewed Hope Agenda: The Journey So Far.”SPONSOR…

Kano State is in mourning. A monumental tragedy has struck — one so profound that words can scarcely capture the grief it has left behind.In an unprecedented loss, 22 individuals — athletes, coaches, sports administrators and journalists — died in a horrific road accident while returning from the 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged the “Gateway Games” held in Ogun State from May 16-30. The accident occurred at Yan Kifi Bridge in Dakasalle, Bebeji Local Government Area of Kano State and investigations by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) are still ongoing.SPONSOR AD What is, however, ascertained is that Kano has…

Delayed arrears and meagre pensions have become the story of many retired civil servants in Nigeria, pushing them into lives of hardship, illnesses and total helplessness in some instances.Once active public officers who dedicated decades of their lives to national service, now face loneliness, deteriorating health and daily struggles to survive, Weekend Trust gathered. Some of them who spoke with our correspondents said, they rely on their children for survival.SPONSOR AD Akinyele Oludeimu, who served for 23 years at the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, expressed deep frustration over his current condition.“Survival is very hard for many pensioners. The…

Sheep and goat farming is increasingly being recognized as a business with the potential to uplift household incomes across Nigeria, especially for youth and small-scale farmers.Abdullateef Ahmed, President of the National Sheep and Goat Development Association of Nigeria (NASHGODAN), says the livestock sector, if properly supported, can become a strong contributor to job creation and national food security. “We are encouraging young people to go into sheep and goat farming through education and capacity building,” he said in an interview with Daily Trust. “The association trains them in modern farming techniques, introduces them to financial institutions for loans and grants,…

The Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Enoh, said the Bank of Industry (BOI) has disbursed a total of N1.3 trillion to micro, small and medium enterprises nationwide to boost the operations and contribute about 84 per cent to the country’s total employment.A statement from the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment stated that the minister disclosed this during his participation at the 2025 edition of the Global Entrepreneurship Congress and the high-level Startup Nations Ministerial, held in Indianapolis, United States. At the congress, Enoh reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to entrepreneurship-led industrial transformation. He conveyed the greetings of President…

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State says the scale of deadly attacks in the state has gone beyond farmer-herder clashes, describing the situation as “terrorism” and declaring that the state is now “under siege.”The governor said this on Channels Television, during an interview on Friday, where he gave a grim account of the unrelenting killings in parts of the state, particularly in the Sankera and Benue West axis. He said in recent weeks alone, 33 people were killed in fresh attacks, while the state previously lost 73 persons in coordinated assaults across Katsina-Ala, Ukum, and Logo local government areas.SPONSOR AD…

Every day, navigating Nigeria’s bustling cities, we observe road medians and neglected verges along roadsides. These green strips, often adorned with exotic flowers or trimmed hedges, offer aesthetics but little practical purpose for the average Nigerian. What if, instead of mere decoration, these spaces teemed with life-giving sustenance? Imagine ripe mangoes, creamy avocados, or juicy guavas, all within arm’s reach. Planting fruit trees in these public areas isn’t a fantasy; it’s a practical, profoundly Nigerian solution to combat hunger, beautify urban landscapes, and demonstrate true fiscal wisdom.Food insecurity is a harsh reality in Nigerian cities, with rising prices pushing many…

People these days tend to consider various loan options to address various financial requirements. One such borrowing option that has drawn attention is the loan against property, which is usually secured by pledging a residential or commercial property. This borrowing facility is usually preferred due to its comparatively lower interest rate and longer repayment period. Whether to finance education, cover healthcare bills, or pay off existing loans, this type of loan could be a viable option. This article includes essential details about a loan against property, its working mechanism, usage, application process, and potential benefits.What is a Loan Against Property?A…