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The Partnership for Learning for All in Nigerian Education (PLANE), a seven-year flagship programme funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), has intensified efforts to strengthen education governance in Kano State. As part of its ongoing commitment, PLANE convened a high-level stakeholder engagement to review the progress of the Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) and assess the third-quarter budget performance within the basic education sector. K-SAFE,Awards 100,000 to Outstanding Education Content Creator PLANE, which works to improve foundational learning by promoting inclusive and effective education systems, has been supporting both government and non-state actors in…

Khadijah Aliyu-Nigeria The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC), an organization committed to soil protection and sustainable agriculture, has organized a webinar for African journalists under the health and environment promotion network, REMAPSEN, as part of activities marking this year’s World Soil Day. The virtual event, themed “Healthy Soils for a Resilient Future: Transforming Evidence, Partnerships and Inclusion into Action,” spotlighted the growing threat of soil degradation across Africa and its implications for food security. Soil, Sweat and Sovereignty: Kano’s New Agricultural Dawn Experts noted that the continent is grappling with declining soil health caused by erosion, climate change, poor farming…

Sani Haruna The Northern Elders’ Political Forum has strongly condemned former Zamfara Central Senator, Kabiru Marafa, over his recent call for the United States to invade Nigeria on account of rising insecurity, describing the comment as “reckless, unpatriotic, and a threat to national stability.” In a communiqué issued at the end of its annual meeting in Birnin Kebbi on Monday, the Forum’s National Coordinator, Malam Yusuf Abubakar, said Marafa’s remarks were not only “ridiculous” but amounted to a call for anarchy. Agwada Community in Kebbi Seeks Support to Enroll Out-of-School Children Abubakar said “any Nigerian, regardless of social or political…

Jamila Sulaiman Aliyu The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Kano, has organized a capacity-building workshop for journalists from various media organizations, aimed at improving professional standards and promoting quality journalism across the country. The training, held as part of activities marking the 2025 Press Week, featured presentations by seasoned media professionals who addressed key aspects of journalistic practice, including safety, ethics, and translation. ₦2 Million Aid for Fallen Journalists’ Families Isn’t Enough-Gombe Delivering a paper titled “Safety Tips in Journalism,” Chief Press Secretary to the Kano state governor ,Alhaji Mustapha Muhammad outlined practical measures journalists should adopt while covering high-risk…

The Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar, has formally decorated Ademola Oriyomi, Head of the NEMA Mission Control Centre (NMCC), with his new rank of Navy Captain, urging him to justify the confidence placed in him through higher dedication, discipline, and exceptional performance. The ceremony took place at NEMA Headquarters, Abuja, with the assistance of the wife of the newly promoted officer. Inter-Agency Synergy Key to Tackling Flood Challenges in Nigeria-NEMA In her remarks, Mrs. Umar congratulated Navy Captain Oriyomi on the well-deserved elevation, describing it as a testament to his professionalism, hard work,…

The All Care Charitable Foundation (ACCF) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening child protection systems in Kano State as a member of the newly established Consortium on Child Protection. According to the organization, it is fully prepared to contribute its expertise and resources toward ensuring the effective implementation of the Kano State Child Protection Law, aimed at safeguarding the rights and well-being of children across the state. 2.3 Million Children Under-Immunised in Nigeria- SCI Warns ACCF noted that public awareness remains a critical part of the process and pledged to intensify sensitization efforts among community members, stakeholders, and institutions to…

As part of activities marking the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Alliances for Africa (AfA) team, in collaboration with the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Imo State Command, visited Imo Government Girls’ Secondary School, Owerri, to raise awareness on the rising threat of digital violence against young girls. The team received a warm welcome from the school’s Principal, who led them to address the students during the morning assembly. The session provided a timely opportunity to engage hundreds of students on issues surrounding online safety. The sensitization, themed “Protecting the Girl Child from Digital…

The Kano State Government, KNSG, says it has achieved 45 percent progress in improving the education sector, despite the challenges it inherited from the previous administration. The Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, disclosed this after defending the ministry’s budget before the Kano State House of Assembly. Dr. Makoda said among the achievements recorded by the government are enrollment of more than 40,000 out-of-school girls back to their classrooms, the renovation of over 2,000 classrooms, and the construction of new ones. He added that the government has allocated 31 percent of its 2025 budget to the education sector, amounting…

The Kano Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC) says it is fully prepared to confront and contain any type of disease outbreak that may occur in the state in 2026. The director general KNCDC, Professor Muhammad Adamu Abbas, made this known after defending the agency’s budget before the Kano State House of Assembly. Professor Abbas explained that although the agency is new and will be receiving its first official budget next year, this has not stopped it from taking preventive measures and detecting diseases even before they emerge, with the aim of protecting the people and the state of Kano from…

The Nigerian Army has announced the promotion of 105 senior officers in a sweeping reorganisation of its top command structure. The elevation, approved by the Army Council, includes 28 officers promoted from Brigadier General to Major General and 77 elevated from Colonel to Brigadier General. In a statement, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Appolonia Anele, said the newly promoted officers serve in key roles across intelligence, logistics, operations, training, and administration. Among those promoted to Major General are O. Adegbe of the Defence Intelligence Agency; S. M. Uba, Director of Defence Information; R. E. Hedima, Acting Chief…

Professor Attahiru Muhammadu Jega, the former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and a renowned academic, has called on the Federal Government to entrench merit, competence, and integrity as guiding principles in the appointment of leadership across Nigerian universities. Jigawa Govt Hails President Tinubu’s Appointment of Prof. Jega He warned that the increasing politicisation of such appointments poses a serious threat to academic standards, institutional autonomy, and the future of higher education in the country. Professor Jega made this call on Thursday while delivering the 3rd Abdullahi Mahadi Annual Memorial Lecture at Gombe State University, Gombe State. The…

Sani Haruna Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has reaffirmed his commitment to working closely with the newly appointed Renewed Hope Agenda (RHA) Ambassador to Kebbi State, Alhaji Sambo Gwandu. Speaking while receiving the Ambassador at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi, Governor Idris pledged his full support and emphasized a collaborative effort aimed at enlightening Nigerians on the democratic dividends delivered under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. 1,500 APC Support Groups Endorse Yari’s Renewed Hope Network The Governor noted that the Renewed Hope Agenda aligns seamlessly with Kebbi State’s development priorities, especially in the areas of infrastructure, security, and…

Khadijah Aliyu-Nigeria The 23rd International Conference on AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infections in Africa (ICASA) opened in Accra, calling on African leaders to prioritize health sovereignty, protect human rights, empower communities, and embrace innovation to end AIDS as a public health threat. Hosted in Ghana for the first time, ICASA is a major bilingual conference that has been a pivotal platform for over 30 years in combating HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, hepatitis, and malaria while fostering stigma-free environments for people living with HIV (PLHIV) and their families. The event runs until December 8 under the theme, “Africa in Action: Catalysing Integrated Sustainable…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has constituted the boards of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), marking a significant step in strengthening governance in Nigeria’s education and agricultural sectors. Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura, appointed in July, continues as Chairman of UBEC. The President also appointed six board members to represent the country’s geo-political zones: Uchendu Ikechi Mbaegbulem (South East), Gift Ngo (South South), Mrs. Ibiwunmi Akinnola (South West), Dr. Meiro Mandara (North East), Dr. Abdu Imam Saulawa (North West), and Professor Paul Ibukun-Olu Bolorunduro (North Central). The board members…

The Emir of Gumel in Jigawa State, Alhaji Dr. Ahmad Muhammad Sani, has called on wealthy individuals to invest in youth engagement through sports competitions, noting that such initiatives help steer young people away from anti-social activities and contribute to community development. The Emir made the call during the final of the 45th Silver Jubilee Anniversary Gala Soccer Competition held at the Gumel Township Stadium. The tournament was sponsored by the Registrar of the Jigawa State College of Education, Alhaji Bala Isyaku, as part of activities marking the Emir’s anniversary celebration. Represented by the Dan Masanin Gumel, Alhaji Ahmad Ibrahim…

Ado Salisu Nigeria has recorded a major milestone in the rise of indigenous board games, earning growing recognition across Africa as local creators continue to innovate and expand the continent’s gaming ecosystem. No fewer than seven Nigerian designers showcased new projects at the 2025 African Board Games Convention (AB Con) held in Abuja. The 9th edition of AB Con brought together board-game developers, publishers and enthusiasts from across the continent, all eager to test and exchange new ideas shaping Africa’s gaming future. Founder of AB Con, Kenechukwu Ogbuagu, said the event had grown remarkably since its debut in 2016, rising…

Olufunmi Zainab The Refuse Management and Sanitation Board (REMASAB) has partnered with Sahcon Fumigation and Cleaning Services (SFC) to train waste management practitioners in Kano as part of ongoing efforts to promote sustainable waste collection and disposal in the state. The one-day capacity-building workshop, themed “Sustainable Waste Collection and Disposal,” brought together Private Sector Participants (PSPs) and key stakeholders to strengthen technical knowledge and improve service delivery. Speaking at the event on Wednesday, the Managing Director of REMASAB, Dr. Muhammad Khalil, said the state government has intensified measures to upgrade the sector through training, improved regulations, and stricter enforcement of…

Sani Haruna The Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a detribalized Nigerian and true nationalist whose infrastructure projects cut across every region of the country. Goronyo made the remark while inspecting the Kebbi section of the ongoing Lagos–Badagry Superhighway project, where he expressed satisfaction with the level of progress recorded so far. Housing Ministry to Build on Dangiwa’s Reforms, Says Ata According to the Minister, the project is already opening up a major trade corridor that will drive economic growth once completed. “You can see that Hightech has completed almost four kilometres…

Sani Haruna The Kebbi State Government has donated ten brand-new Toyota Hilux vehicles to security personnel working along the ongoing Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway project to enhance safety and operational efficiency. The vehicles were formally presented to the Minister of State for Works, Barrister Muhammad Bello Goronyo, during a brief ceremony at Government House, Birnin Kebbi. Gabasawa Security Training Institute Ready for Safe Corridor -Waiya Governor Nasir Idris said the gesture reflects his administration’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the smooth and uninterrupted execution of the legacy infrastructure project. He noted that Kebbi State accounts for a significant stretch of the highway,…

Gwamnan Jihar Kano, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, ya bayyana cewa gwamnati ta kammala shirye-shiryen inganta ayyukan jami’an Hisbah a fadin jihar, domin tabbatar da cewa ba a bai wa bata-gari damar samun mafaka a unguwanni. Gwamnan ya yi wannan bayani ne a yayin taron samar da tsaro mai taken “Zaman Lafiya Shine Burin Kowa” wanda ya gudana a dakin taro na Coronation Hall. A jawabin da kwamishinan harkokin addini, Sheikh Tijjani Sani Auwal, ya gabatar a madadin gwamnan, ya ce dukkan mazabu a Kano na da jami’an Hisbah, don haka gwamnati na sa ran za su ci gaba da taka…