Leadership Newspaper

Leadership is a daily newspaper released by the Leadership Newspaper Group, located in Abuja, Nigeria. According to its website, the publication commits to supporting good governance and protecting the interests of Nigeria, even when it means challenging its leaders. They emphasize their dedication to standing up for what is right and state that these principles will guide how they are evaluated.

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Kebbi Govt Sets Up Committee To Address Power Outage

1 day ago | leadership.ng | Kabir Wurma

Following the persistent power outage in Kebbi State, particularly in Birnin Kebbi metropolis, caused by the Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (KAEDCO), Governor Nasir Idris has constituted a committee to investigate and address the issue. He made this known to journalists shortly after he attended the Kebbi Elders Consultative Forum’s first inaugural meeting at Na’amo Theatre of Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic Birnin Kebbi.
Inferno Razes Section Of Bauchi Emir's Palace

1 day ago | leadership.ng | Kamal Ibrahim

A fire disaster has razed a section of the historical palace of the emir of Bauchi, Alh. Rilwanu Sulaimanu Adamu, destroying properties worth millions of naira. LEADERSHIP gathered that the inferno, despite a quick response from Bauchi firefighters, raised two blocks comprising several rooms in the palace. Burnt materials littered the vicinity. The trigger of the fire incident was not made public. However, poor management of electric appliances caused several fire outbreaks in Bauchi.
Bauchi Governor Donates N20m To 4 Deceased Gubi Dam Staff

1 day ago | leadership.ng | Kamal Ibrahim

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, has donated N20 million to the families of four staff members of the State Water Agency who were drowned at the Gubi Dam Water treatment plant. LEADERSHIP reports that four staff members of the Gubi Dam water treatment plant, including a father and his son, a groom-to-be and another staff member, drowned while cleaning the reservoir supplying water to Bauchi metropolis.
APC Alerts Nigerians To Fake Tinubu's N85,000 Empowerment

2 days ago | leadership.ng | James Kwen

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has alerted Nigerians to a fake N85,000 empowerment purportedly from President Bola Tinubu, urging Nigerians to disregard the message and refrain from calling the telephone number associated with the scam. APC national publicity secretary, Felix Morka, who raised the alarm on Tuesday evening, said the scammers were requesting bank details for payment of N85,000 from President Tinubu and asking interested persons to call the phone number – 07078309083.
Ganduje Inaugurates France APC Chapter, Commits To Diaspora Voting

2 days ago | leadership.ng | James Kwen

The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has inaugurated the new executive committee of the party’s France Chapter in Paris, and called on all diaspora members to rally behind President Bola Tinubu’s reforms and Renewed Hope Agenda.
Zulum Approves N850m For Rehabilitation, Upgrade Of Boreholes In Flood-affected Areas

2 days ago | leadership.ng | Francis Okoye

Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Umara Zulum has approved the release of N850 million for the procurement of pumps, accessories, and other components necessary for the rehabilitation and upgrade of boreholes in Maiduguri and surrounding communities. This is part of a decisive move to address water scarcity caused by the devastating flood of 10th September 2024 and to restore access to potable water in the most affected areas.
Bauchi Gov Mourns 4 Gubi-Dam Staff, Orders Investigation Into Death

2 days ago | leadership.ng | Kamal Ibrahim

Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has mourned the death of four staff of the Gubi-Dam water treatment plant who died on a routine cleaning of the reservoir. The four staff members who died include a father and his son, a groom-to-be and a colleague. They died while attempting to fish in the reservoir. Reacting to their death, Governor Mohammed yesterday ordered an immediate investigation into the circumstances which led to the death of the workers.
North East Forum Urges Leaders To Tackle Developmental Challenges

2 days ago | leadership.ng | Khalid Idris Doya

The North East Political Development and Credible Leadership Forum has urged political leaders from the zone to prioritise the pressing challenges facing the region. According to the group, the challenges include poor road infrastructure, high numbers of out-of-school children, inadequate hospitals and medical equipment, and a lack of mechanised agriculture.
The Life And Times Of Pope Francis

2 days ago | leadership.ng | James Kwen

Monday, April 21, 2025, Easter Monday and public holiday in many countries, including Nigeria, witnessed the passing of the Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, at the age of 88. “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and his Church, ″Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo, said in an announcement.
Suspected Explosion At Maiduguri Prison 'Mere False Alarm' By Convicted Bomber Charles Okah

3 days ago | leadership.ng | Francis Okoye

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has debunked viral reports of a bomb explosion at the Maximum Security Custodial Centre (MaSCC) in Maiduguri, Borno State, clarifying that it was incident involving a convicted detainee, Charles Okah, who deliberate ignited a mattress and raised false fire alarm. Authorities stated that Okah allegedly ignited his mattress using a box of matches in a deliberate attempt to cause panic within the prison.