Ibrahim Ibrahim Jigawa State Government has called on contractors to strictly adhere to the standards and bill of quantities in the execution of all state-awarded contracts. This directive was issued by the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abdullahi Kainuwa, during the public bid opening for the renovation of Dutse General Hospital and the procurement of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF). The event was held at the Ministry of Health’s Conference Hall in Dutse. KSPHCMB DG Flags Staff Shortage, Poor Sanitation During Inspection Dr. Kainuwa, represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Kabiru Ibrahim, stated that the projects are part…
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Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammed Idris, has called on Nigerians to unite against efforts by foreign interests to undermine the nation’s unity, saying a united front is required to protect the country’s image against false narratives and contrived misinformation. Idris stated this when he received a delegation from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), led by its Vice Chancellor, Professor Olufemi Peters, in Abuja. “Nigerians should join hands together, collectively, to stop fake narratives about our country. We all have a responsibility to project the truth and protect Nigeria’s image. Misinformation has the capacity to divide nations,…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has described Borno state as Nigeria’s most resilient state, and that has mastered the art of overcoming challenges. Idris stated this in Maiduguri, Wednesday during a courtesy call on the Deputy Governor of Borno state, Alhaji Umar Isa Kadafur, as part of activities marking the meeting of the APC Commissioners of Information Forum. “Borno state is clearly Nigeria’s most resilient state, against the backdrop of the severe challenges it has experienced in the last decade,” said Idris. Borno Distributes Palliatives to IDPs, Widows, Vulnerable Groups The people of Borno, the Minister…
The Kano State Government, in collaboration with Federal Government and development partners, will host the 2025 World Nutrition Day celebration on October 16. The event is being organized as part of efforts to promote healthy eating habits and improve public awareness on nutrition. This was disclosed by the Kano State Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Alhaji Musa Hassan Shanono. He said the celebration aligns with the United Nations’ annual observance of World Nutrition Day. Kano Champions Nutrition Social Welfare for Women, Children Alhaji Shanono explained that the aim of the celebration is to enlighten the public about the importance of…
Kano State has made a historic leap in Nigeria’s 2025 Subnational Climate Governance Performance Ranking, jumping from 35th place last year to 4th position. This marks one of the most significant improvements ever recorded by any state in the ranking’s history. This was announced in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, who attributed the remarkable rise to the leadership of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The governor has made environmental sustainability a top priority for his administration. Under Governor Yusuf’s leadership, Kano State has rolled out multiple climate-focused initiatives. These include the adoption of the Kano…
The Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA) has achieved a major financial milestone, successfully paying off ₦980 million out of the ₦1.17 billion debt inherited from the previous administration. The agency described the feat as a demonstration of its commitment to fiscal responsibility, operational transparency, and the revitalization of healthcare service delivery in the state. Drug Supply in Kano Public Facilities Rises from 30 to 90%-DMCSA Speaking during the 8th Quarterly Review Meeting held at the agency’s conference hall, the Director-General of DMCSA, Pharm. Gali Sule, said the debt repayment was achieved through the effective implementation of…
The Kano State Government KNSG has expressed readiness to collaborate with the Federal Fire Service (FFS) in intensifying public awareness on fire safety and prevention across the state. The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, made this known while receiving the management team of the Federal Fire Service, Kano State Command, during a courtesy visit to his office. Tinubu Orders Recruitment of Over 30,000 Personnel Comrade Waiya assured that the Ministry would provide the necessary platform to support the fire safety campaign through radio and television programmes, emphasising the importance of proactive public enlightenment in preventing…
Bayero University, Kano (BUK), has called for the establishment of a Centre of Excellence on Security aimed at safeguarding students and ensuring a conducive learning environment across educational institutions. The Vice Chancellor of BUK, Professor Haruna Musa, made the call while declaring open the Kano State Safe School Summit, organized by the Department of Continuing Education, BUK, in collaboration with the Kano State Government (KNSG),Save the children international SCI, PLAN International and DRDI-DAG. Professor Musa, represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Development), Professor Amina Mustapha, explained that the proposed centre would focus on addressing security challenges in schools.…
Aisha Ahmed A ranar Lahadin da ta gabata, abin ya fara kamar ziyarar nuna goyon baya da ɗan majalisar tarayya mai Wakilcin Birniwa, Guri da Kirikasamma yayi zuwa taron Gwamnati da Jama’a, da gwamnatin jihar Jigawa ke gabatarwa duk sati a kananan hukumomi 27 na Jigawa. Amma abun ya rikide zuwa wani darasi da ba a yi tsammani ba, ganin yadda matasa suka bayyana ra’ayoyi masu tsauri irin na siyasa a zamanance. Matasa a yankin sun bayyana fushinsu ta hanyar jefa maganganu na zamani da aka fi sani da slang na Gen Z. Ɗan majalisar tarayyar, Dr. Abubakar Hassan Fulata,…
The Aminu Magashi Garba (AMG) Foundation, in collaboration with its partners, has made a second-round donation of drugs and consumables valued at ₦200,000 to the Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department of Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital (MMSH), Kano. The donation was made in partnership with the Kano State Healthcare Forum, Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR), Youth Society for the Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Social Vices (YOSPIS), and the Vulnerable People Support and Development Initiative (V-PeSDI). AMG, Healthcare Forum Commit N2.4m to Kano Emergency Services The items were received by the outgoing Matron of the department, Matron Hassana, the incoming…
Kano Pillars have been slammed with multiple sanctions by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following crowd violence during their Match Day 8 fixture. The league announced the disciplinary measures in a statement made available to newsmen. The club will lose three points and three goals from their total for the season. They have also been fined a total of ₦9.5 million for various breaches of league rules. Kano Pillars Dismal Performance: Where Government Got it Wrong According to the NPFL, a ₦1 million fine was issued for failing to provide adequate security. Another ₦1 million was imposed for allowing…
Kabiru Haruna The Federal Government has taken notice of the strike action declared by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). While acknowledging ASUU’s concerns, the Minister of Education, Dr. Maaruf Olatunji Alausa, and the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Saeed Ahmad, clarified that the Federal Government has made a comprehensive offer to the union and is awaiting their official response. FG Committed to Ending ASUU Dispute “Once and for All”- Edu Minister “We’ve made a comprehensive offer that includes a robust and specific teaching allowance tailored to support the professional responsibilities of university lecturers,” “Nearly all the…
Ado Salisu Bayero University Kano (BUK) has concluded all necessary preparations aimed at excelling in the forthcoming Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) preliminary stages, scheduled to hold from October 27th to 31st in Wudil, Kano State. The University’s Director of Sports, Professor Rabiu Muhammad, popularly known as Chanhu, disclosed this during the BUK Alumni Basketball Game and Presentation Ceremony organized by the Faraj Charity Foundation at the Indoor Sports Hall, Sani Abacha Stadium, Kofar Mata. Nigeria Must Build Olympic Champions from the Grassroots-NSC Professor Muhammad explained that the university’s athletes have been undergoing intensive training sessions to ensure they achieve…
A resident professional golfer, Lawan Malam, has applauded the Commandant of the 3 Motorists Brigade, Bukavu Barracks, Brigadier General A.M. Tukur, for supporting the renovation and reopening of the historic Hole No. 3 Tee Box at the Kano Club Golf Section. While conducting a tour of the renovated facility, Malam described the project as a significant step towards developing golfers’ skills and talents in Kano. Gov Radda Celebrates as Katsina’s Rising Golf Star Bara’u Clinches Gold Lawan Malam, who was the first professional golfer from Northern Nigeria to participate in the British Open Golf Championship alongside Tiger Woods and others…
Ado Salisu Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Green White Green (GWG) Sports Center, Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, has extended a remarkable gesture of support to Team Nigeria at the ongoing ITTF-Africa Championships in Tunisia. Hon. Gombe, who visited the Rades Multi-Sports Complex, treated the Nigerian contingent to a sumptuous meal as part of his effort to motivate and encourage the athletes to excel at the prestigious continental event. Gara Gombe Mourns Kano Athletes Killed in Fatal Crash “As a proud Nigerian, I’m deeply moved by the success of our teams across all sports,” Gombe said. “This table tennis…
Muhammad Nur Tijjani The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, and the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ogalla, have reaffirmed the Armed Forces’ commitment to community development and strengthening civil-military relations across the country. The two service chiefs made the commitment on Monday at the inauguration of Special Intervention Projects jointly executed by the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Navy in Koya community, Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State. The projects include a newly constructed mosque, a borehole, a healthcare facility, and a tree-planting initiative aimed at improving living standards and promoting environmental sustainability.…
The Kano State Government KNSG has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives under the Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH) Community of Practice (CoP), aimed at reducing the number of zero-dose children across the state. The State Commissioner of Public Procurement, Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Comrade Nura Iro Ma’aji, stated this while receiving members of the Kano CoP on the ZDLH project in his office. Kano Gov’t Commends ZDLH, Pledges to End Zero-Dose Challenge Comrade Nura explained that the ministry will continue to collaborate with the State Ministry of Health to ensure effective healthcare delivery, adding that several Primary Healthcare Centres…
The Kano State Hisbah Board has announced that preparations are at an advanced stage for the mass wedding of 2,000 couples across the state. The Deputy Commander General of the Board, Sheikh Mujahid Aminudeen Abubakar, disclosed this while speaking to journalists in Kano. Secret Marriage Scandal Rocks Kano as Hisbah Arrests Five Youths According to him, the Mass Wedding Committee has submitted a comprehensive proposal to the state government, which has since been approved. Sheikh Mujahid explained that the initiative targets couples who have undergone courtship but lack the financial means to formalize their marriages. He stated that participants would…
The Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, has called on Nigerians to actively participate in initiatives that foster national unity and development. Speaking at the Religious Praise-Singers Empowerment Gathering held at Mumbayya House in Kano, Hon. Ata emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in building a stronger and more prosperous nation. The Minister underscored the need for citizens to elect credible and visionary leaders who can steer the country toward economic growth, peace, and stability. He noted that making informed decisions during elections remains a shared duty crucial to Nigeria’s progress. Hon. Ata’s address…
The Kano State Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC) has advised residents to remain vigilant and observe preventive measures against Lassa fever as the risk of transmission remains high due to current ecological and environmental conditions. In a statement signed by its Director General, Dr Mohammed Adamu Abbas, the agency said the warning follows a national alert by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), which announced the start of the 2025/2026 Lassa fever season across the country. KNCDC explained that Lassa fever is a viral haemorrhagic disease spread mainly through contact with food or household items contaminated by…