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The Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR) has commemorated its 25th anniversary with a colourful ceremony and award presentation recognising individuals and institutions that have contributed to the advancement of public health in Nigeria. Speaking at the event, the Executive Administrator of CHR, Nafisa Shehu Ibrahim, described the milestone as a moment of reflection on the organisation’s journey of service, resilience, and impact. CHR Marks 25th Anniversary with Outreach to VVF Centre, Kwalli She expressed appreciation to partners and stakeholders for their sustained support, noting that CHR’s longevity reflects its commitment to improving healthcare through research, advocacy, capacity building, and…

A respected businessman and community leader in Kano State, Alhaji Bature Abdulaziz, has passed away after a brief illness. He was 76 years old. Born in 1950 in Adakawa Quarters, Dala Local Government Area of Kano State, the late Alhaji Abdulaziz rose to prominence as a key figure in Kano’s commercial sector. He was widely recognised for his leadership roles in various traders’ associations and business groups within Kano and across Northern Nigeria. Outcry Over Patient’s Death as Kano Hospitals Board Launches Probe He became particularly well known through his stewardship of the Kantin Kwari Market Traders Association, where he…

The number of casualties in the gruesome killings of members of one family in a Kano community has risen to seven, the Kano Police Command confirmed. Suspected assailants reportedly killed a housewife and her four children, including an infant child, in their home early Saturday in Kano. Woman Arrested for Alleged Murder of Co-Wife’s Infant Son The tragic incident occurred when the killers invaded the private residence in the Dorayi Chiranci quarter of the city, where they slaughtered the mother and three children, while the infant was dumped in a well, an eyewitness told journalists. According to a resident, Isiyaka…

The Federal Government has inaugurated key committees and unveiled the National Research-to-Commercialisation Policy, a strategic framework aimed at transforming Nigeria’s research outputs into tangible economic, industrial and social value in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, performed the inauguration of the Steering Committee and the Policy Drafting Committee in Abuja, describing the initiative as a decisive step towards unlocking the developmental potential of publicly funded research. He observed that despite significant investments in universities, research institutes and specialised agencies, many research outcomes have remained largely underutilised and disconnected from…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is laying solid foundations for long-term economic growth and shared prosperity in Nigeria. The Minister spoke in Abuja on Wednesday while receiving members of the Grassroots Advocacy for Tinubu (GAT) 2027 during a courtesy visit to his office. He explained that the Tinubu administration had taken bold and sometimes difficult decisions to place the country on a sustainable economic path, noting that early signs of recovery were already emerging across key sectors. “These steps were taken to stabilise the economy and restore confidence,” Idris said.…

Gwamnatin Jihar Kaduna ta tabbatar da cewa an bi dukkan ka’idojin shari’a yadda doka ta tanada a hukuncin da aka yanke kan Victor Solomon, tare da karyata rahotannin da ke yawo a kafafen sada zumunta cewa akwai sabani ko rashin adalci a hukuncin. Kwamishinan Shari’a na jihar, James A. Kanyip, ya bayyana hakan yayin da yake karin haske kan ce-ce-ku-cen da suka biyo bayan hukuncin da kotu ta yanke a ranar 6 ga Janairu, 2026. Ya ce Solomon ya fuskanci shari’u guda biyu mabambanta a gaban kotuna daban-daban, kan laifuffuka da suka shafi mutane daban. A cikin wata sanarwa da…

The Forum of Information Officers has initiated plans to partner with the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) to strengthen the capacity of government information officers in modern media practice. The move followed a meeting between the executive members of the Forum and officials of CITAD aimed at exploring areas of collaboration on training and professional development in line with emerging digital communication trends. The proposed programme, to be implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Information, is designed to train 44 Information Officers and eight Zonal Information Officers on modern media tools, online journalism, and contemporary communication technologies.…

Ado Salisu The Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) has commended the National Sports Commission (NSC) for its strong leadership and sustained support, describing the commission as a key driver of the rapid growth and global success of scrabble in the country. NSF President, Engineer Bright Idahosa, gave the commendation in Abuja after a technical and strategic meeting with the NSC leadership led by its Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, and Director General, Honourable Bukola Olopade. Idahosa disclosed that the meeting produced a comprehensive blueprint that will guide the development of scrabble in Nigeria over the next 12 months while also shaping the…

Muhammad Jamilu Abubakar The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has handed over sites for the renovation of two hostel blocks at Federal Government College (FGC) Billiri and staff quarters at Mega School, Kaltungo, marking the immediate commencement of work on the projects. The ceremony, held in Gombe State, attracted traditional rulers, education stakeholders, contractors and officials of the commission. Speaking at the event, Gombe State Coordinator of the NEDC, Architect Usman Muhammad, said the projects were in line with the commission’s mandate to rebuild and strengthen educational infrastructure across the North East. He noted that improving learning and living conditions…

The Youth Society for the Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Social Vices (YOSPIS) has inaugurated members of its Youth Reference Group and unveiled its Youth Agenda for 2026, aimed at strengthening youth-focused advocacy and accountability initiatives in Kano State. The Reference Group, according to the organisation, will provide strategic guidance and advisory support to advance YOSPIS programmes and deepen youth participation in development processes. YOSPIS Inaugurates Youth Reference Group, Unveils 2026 Youth Agenda In his welcome address, Dr Musa Bello, the Board Chairman of YOSPIS, noted that since its establishment in 1999, the organisation has made a significant impact in…

The Adolescent Health Information Project (AHIP), in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), has inaugurated a Technical Working Group (TWG) for the Resilient Opportunities for Outreach, Trade, and Sustainability (ROOTS) project in Kano State. The committee brings together key stakeholders, including representatives from the National Human Rights Commission, NSCDC, NCFRMI,NAPTIP,NOA and the Ministries of Humanitarian Affairs, Agric,among others. Its mandate is to provide coordinated technical oversight, policy alignment, and multi-stakeholder guidance to ensure the effective implementation of the ROOTS project. In her opening remarks, AHIP Executive Director Dr. Mairo Bello highlighted the critical role stakeholders play in mitigating…

The Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) has called on the Borno State government to ensure data transparency and access to promote effective tracking of health sector spending. The call was contained in the 2025 Immunization Budget Accountability Scorecard, released by AHBN in collaboration with its Communities of Practice across Bauchi, Borno, Kano, and Sokoto States. The report, signed by AHBN Coordinator Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba, assessed government commitments to immunization financing, budget releases, and service delivery outcomes. According to the scorecard, Borno State reached a historic milestone in 2025 by allocating 15 percent of its total budget to the health…

The Africa Health Budget Network has urged the Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board (KNSPHCMB) to prioritise timely and adequate disbursement of the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) received from the National Primary Health Care Development Agency to primary healthcare facilities. AHBN made the call in a statement issued in collaboration with its Communities of Practice CoP across Bauchi, Borno, Kano, and Sokoto States signed by the AHBN Coordinator Dr Aminu Magashi Garba, to highlight key findings from the 2025 Immunization scorecard, which assessed government commitments to immunization financing, budget allocations, fund releases, and service delivery outcomes for…

The Provost of Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies (AKCILS), Professor Balarabe Abubakar Jakada (Majidadin Kauran Katsina), who also serves as Chairman of the Forum of Heads of Kano State-Owned Tertiary Institutions, has led members of the Forum on a congratulatory visit to the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor of Northwest University, Kano, Professor Amina Salihi Bayero. Speaking during the visit, Professor Jakada stated that the Forum organized the meeting to formally congratulate Professor Bayero on her well-deserved appointment. He noted that the gesture aligns with the Forum’s long-standing tradition of collectively welcoming and congratulating heads of institutions appointed by…

The Kebbi State Government has set up a high-powered committee to investigate recent fire incidents in schools across the state, aiming to determine their causes and recommend measures to prevent future occurrences. The announcement was made in a statement issued in Birnin Kebbi by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Malam Yahaya Sarki. The statement was conveyed on behalf of the Office of the Executive Governor through the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Innovation and Digital Economy. The committee is chaired by Ibrahim Muhammad Sakaba, Commissioner for Innovation and Digital Economy, with Professor Sulaiman Khalid, Chairman of…

Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has ordered the posting of medical doctors, nurses, and support staff to commence services at Kuka Village Comprehensive Primary Healthcare, recently upgraded to a General Hospital. The directive was given during an inspection of the hospital facilities in Kuka Village, Kalgo Local Government Area. Governor Idris also approved the installation of a 50 kVA solar power system to enhance service delivery and ease the work of hospital staff. Additionally, he ordered the rehabilitation of the road linking Makera to Kuka Village to improve access to the facility. Addressing residents, Governor Idris…

Ado Salisu The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has taken a major stride in modernizing the sport by partnering with Roster Athletics, a world-class cloud-based competition management platform trusted by federations across England, Australia, Denmark, New Zealand, and beyond. The collaboration gives Nigerian athletes, coaches, and officials access to seamless online registration, automated seeding, live results, and integration with elite timing systems used in international championships. This marks a significant step in ensuring that competitions, from grassroots meets to the U-18/U-20 African Athletics Championships, meet world-class standards, providing athletes with a professional and fair platform to showcase their talent. AFN…

Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested Suleman Mamuda, 30, for allegedly killing his wife, Umaima Maidawa, 25, in Bayawa Village, Augie Local Government Area of the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed the incident to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. According to the statement, the alleged killing occurred on January 13, 2026, when the suspect reportedly struck his wife with the wooden handle of a hoe, resulting in her death. Following the incident, Mamuda fled the area but was later traced and arrested through police investigation and information from community members.…

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Kano State Chapter, has pledged to support women online vendors through interest-free loans, office accommodation, and capacity-building programs aimed at enhancing their businesses. The pledge was made by the Chairman of the forum, Dr. Goni Faruk Umar, while receiving the leadership of the Women Online Vendors Association during a courtesy visit to the ACF headquarters in Kano. Dr. Umar disclosed that the forum would provide soft, interest-free loans to eligible members, alongside entrepreneurship training to strengthen their business and management skills. He emphasized that the initiative reflects ACF’s commitment to women empowerment and economic self-reliance.…

Sports entrepreneur and former Chairman of the Gombe State Athletics Association and Football Association, Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, led a delegation on a courtesy visit to His Royal Highness, the Emir of Gombe, at the Emir’s palace. The visit was aimed at expressing appreciation for the Emir’s leadership and formally presenting gifts to mark the occasion. A key highlight of the meeting was the presentation of the Gombe Emir’s Cup Football Competition, a new tournament designed to foster healthy competition among the Emirates and Chiefdoms in Gombe State. The competition seeks to promote unity, cultural values, youth empowerment, football…