Archives Tag: Sokoto

BUSINESS

The Top States In Nigeria’s Ease Of Doing Business Rankings

April 19, 2022

Gombe, Sokoto and Jigawa States are the easiest states to do business in Nigeria in 2021. That’s according to the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), chaired by Vice President YemiOsinbajo. Read more about Business The data contained in the council’s subnational ease of doing business report ranks all states based on criteria mapped out … Continue reading The Top States In Nigeria’s Ease Of Doing Business Rankings

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Nigeria Religion

What Deborah’s Murder Tells Us About Nigeria

April 19, 2022

The murder of a 200-level student of Home Economics the name Deborah Emmanuel of Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto, by Islamic fundamentalists has sparked global outrage. The video where she was beaten with sticks and other sharp objects and finally set ablaze by her classmates and others has shocked the world. Read more about … Continue reading What Deborah’s Murder Tells Us About Nigeria

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Politics

Analysis: The Unfair VAT Benefit by Sharia States

April 19, 2022

There has been a lot of restrained sentiment in the past about Sharia states in Northern Nigeria benefiting from the portions of Value Added Tax (VAT) which they did not contribute towards.  It is public knowledge now that Sharia states which include Zamfara, Kano, Sokoto, Katsina, Bauchi, Borno, Jigawa, Kebbi, Yobe, Kaduna, Niger, Gombe, have … Continue reading Analysis: The Unfair VAT Benefit by Sharia States

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Discover Nigeria

Nigerians in History- Sultan Muhammadu Maccido

April 19, 2022

Ibrahim Muhammadu Maccido dan Abubakar (often shortened to Muhammadu Maccido), was the 19th Sultan of Sokoto in Nigeria. He was the son and primary aide to Siddiq Abubakar III (1903–1988) who had been the Sultan of Sokoto for 50 years. He was born on the 20th April 1928. Early life Muhammadu Maccido was one of … Continue reading Nigerians in History- Sultan Muhammadu Maccido

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Tourism Travel

Crazy About the North West: 3 Things to do in Sokoto

April 19, 2022

The Sokoto Caliphate is not just for the history books. The tranquillity of Sokoto state draws you in to explore its treasures. From sparse settlements to the semi-desert terrain, the state is like an oasis with high tourism potentials. Read more about Travel and Tourism Below are three things you can do in Sokoto: 1. Revisit History Sokoto … Continue reading Crazy About the North West: 3 Things to do in Sokoto

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Agriculture

Dangote to Launch Its 25,000 Hectare Rice Outgrower Scheme in Sokoto

April 19, 2022

Thousands of rice growers in three states in Nigeria’s northern region will be getting support from Dangote to grow rice for the company’s rice supply arm. This arrangement is part of Dangote’s Rice Outgrower Scheme which will see 25,000 hectares of farmland cultivated and about 50,000 farmers engaged. Dangote announced in a press release on … Continue reading Dangote to Launch Its 25,000 Hectare Rice Outgrower Scheme in Sokoto

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Discover Nigeria

Discover Nigeria: Sokoto- Seat of the Caliphate

April 19, 2022

Spoiling for an adventure to the remote parts of Northern Nigeria? Sokoto State is the first place that actually comes to mind because of its popularity as the seat of the caliphate. This thriving caliphate dates as far back as 1804 where a grounded and conspicuous system of governance was instituted by Uthman Dan Fodio. Over the years, … Continue reading Discover Nigeria: Sokoto- Seat of the Caliphate

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BUSINESS Food

New Sugar Factories coming to Sokoto and Kebbi, Aliko Dangote Says

April 19, 2022

Nigerian Industrialist and Billionaire Investor, Aliko Dangote has announced that he would build four new sugar factories in Sokoto and Kebbi states. He revealed this during a courtesy visit to the Governor of Sokoto, Aliyu Wamakko. He said the factories should cost around N200 billion and should be operational in four years. He said, “They … Continue reading New Sugar Factories coming to Sokoto and Kebbi, Aliko Dangote Says

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Aviation BUSINESS Tourism Travel

Aero Offers N10, 000 Fares on All Domestic Routes

April 19, 2022

Nigeria’s leading regional and domestic carrier, Aero Contractors, yesterday announced its offer of a promotional fare of 10,000 Naira for flights on all domestic routes when booked online from May 14, 2013 to May 31, 2013. This offer is available only when you book ahead and pay online at www.flyaero.com. This special offer is in a bid … Continue reading Aero Offers N10, 000 Fares on All Domestic Routes

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