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18/05/2026

Allah ya jikan magabatanmu

Inna lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Raji'un. The death has occurred of Alhaji Babayo Adamu, Sarkin Jaujen Gombe. May Allah grant...
11/05/2026

Inna lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Raji'un. The death has occurred of Alhaji Babayo Adamu, Sarkin Jaujen Gombe. May Allah grant him Aljanna Firdausi. May He give the bereaved family, relations and others the fortitude to bear the loss. Allah ya gafarta masa

The Voice That Carried the Sahel: A Tribute to Saleh Shehu Ashaka (1983–2026)The silence feels heavier than words can ca...
11/05/2026

The Voice That Carried the Sahel: A Tribute to Saleh Shehu Ashaka (1983–2026)

The silence feels heavier than words can carry.
Across Nigeria and the wider Sahel, hearts are bowed in grief at the passing of Saleh Shehu Ashaka; a journalist whose voice did more than report the news; it gave meaning to it.

Passing away in Egypt this past Sunday, he leaves behind more than headlines; he leaves a legacy etched into the lives he touched.
For those of us privileged to know him personally, Saleh was something rare: a man whose gentleness never weakened his courage. He did not need to raise his voice to be heard, his integrity spoke louder than any microphone.

A Life of Purpose, Not Just Profession

For years, Saleh didn’t just cover events, he bore witness to them. From the harrowing site of insecurity to the front lines of Nigeria’s elections, he stood where stories were raw. As a staple of VOA Hausa, he was a trusted companion in millions of homes. Whether unpacking global diplomacy or local governance, he was never above his audience he was always among them.

Journalism with a Soul

What set Saleh apart was his compassion. He understood that behind every statistic was a human story. He used his platform to illuminate the suffering of communities facing insecurity, the urgency of public health and vaccinations and the absolute need for accountability in leadership and addressing social issues.

A Bridge of Understanding

Saleh lived between worlds and connected them. He brought the complexities of Northern Nigeria to the global stage with dignity and depth. Despite his international reach, he never drifted from his roots. He remained accessible, loyal to his friends, and deeply committed to his community. Success did not distance him; it refined him.

The Man We Remember

In a world that rewards volume over value, Saleh chose substance. He walked with humility, spoke with clarity, and lived with purpose.
Though he was laid to rest far from his home soil, his presence lingers in the minds he informed and the generation he mentored. Nigeria hasn't just lost a journalist; we have lost a conscience.

Rest In Peace Saleh. Your voice may be quiet now, but your impact will never fade.

— Dr. Musa Abdullahi Sufi
Development and Impact Journalist

This is to Congratulate one of us, Assoc. Professor Hadiza Mali Bukar, on her well deserved recognition and appointment ...
09/05/2026

This is to Congratulate one of us, Assoc. Professor Hadiza Mali Bukar, on her well deserved recognition and appointment as Director of Affiliated Colleges, Yobe State University, Damaturu.
May Almighty Allah guide you accordingly. May it be a source for greater feats ahead. Congratulations 🎊

May Allah grant Khalifa Sheikh Isyaku Rabiu and our forebearers Aljanna Firdausi,  Ameen
07/05/2026

May Allah grant Khalifa Sheikh Isyaku Rabiu and our forebearers Aljanna Firdausi, Ameen

*Remembering Khalifa*

Eight years have passed, yet time has not dimmed your presence—it has only deepened it. Your life, so purposeful and impactful, remains etched in our hearts and continues to shape the way we live, give, and carry forward the values you instilled in us.

You taught us how to live—with faith, purpose, and integrity. Much of who we are today is because of you. Your guidance, strength, and quiet mentorship continue to shape our lives in ways words cannot fully express.

You lived with quiet strength and profound selflessness, touching countless lives with kindness, compassion, and grace. Those moments, those prayers, and those acts of goodness endure through the people you touched and the legacy you left behind.

Your devotion to Almighty Allah and to Islam was steadfast and exemplary. Yours was a life anchored in faith, sincerity, and higher purpose—one that continues to inspire us every day.

As your children, we remain committed to upholding your principles, honoring your name, and preserving the legacy you built with dignity and meaning.

We carry you with us, always.

We pray that Almighty Allah, in His infinite mercy, grants you the highest station in Al Jannah Firdaus, envelops you in His Noor, and grants you eternal peace.

Forever in our hearts.
Forever in our prayers.
Forever missed.

Abdul Samad Rabiu, CFR, CON

01/05/2026

MAGAJIN GARIN SOKOTO:

APPRECIATIONS!

GODIYA TA MUSAMMAN

May Allah guide him accordingly 🙏

Allah Shi yi masa jagora

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