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The Nigerian Society of Physiotherapy (NSP), Kano Branch, have elected Dr. Aysha Idris Adham to pilot their affairs for 2025/2027. Dr. Adhama is a Deputy Director of the Department of Physiotherapy at Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu Pediatrics Hospital. Adhama’ s election made her to become the first female chairperson of the association in the Northern part of the country. The newly elected leadership team consists of dedicated and committed individuals with mandate to further the goals of the society. They were elected during NSP Kano Annual General meeting held at the Association’s Secretariat in Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital. Steering the branch…

We, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDPo in Kano State, express deep concern over prevailing conduct surrounding the recent bye-election for the Shanono/Bagwai State Assembly Seat. The death of the former representative last year has already placed a heavy burden on our constituents, who deserve a transparent, peaceful, and credible process. We are alarmed by reports of intimidation, thuggery, and other actions that undermine the democratic process. The use of violence or the threat of violence to influence voters, candidates, or the outcome of the election is unacceptable and must be condemned in the strongest possible terms. Such conduct not only…

Civil society organizations (CSOs) and key stakeholders in public health have converged in Kano for a two-day step-down meeting on the operational modalities of the National Community-Led Monitoring (CLM) framework. The meeting, organized under the AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria (ATM) Network, brought together participants from various CSOs and health-focused networks across the state. C19RM Kano Engages SACA on Strengthening Community Health Speaking at the opening session,the state chair Civil society in Malaria control, immunization and nutrition ACOMIN Dr. Nura Haladu, Dr Nura Haladu explained that the meeting’s objectives include presenting the validated Community System Strengthening (CSS)/CLM Frameworks to stakeholders across…

Menstruation, or menarche, marks an important transition in a girl’s life. Unfortunately, in many societies, this natural biological process is shrouded in stigma, misinformation, and harmful cultural practices. Instead of being celebrated as a step toward maturity, it often becomes a barrier that pushes girls out of school, into early marriage, or subjects them to discrimination. Over 300 Champions Trained as PSI Fights Menstrual Stigma with MH-NoW Yet, evidence consistently shows that keeping girls in school after menarche builds confidence, enhances skills, and creates brighter futures not only for the girls themselves but also for their families, communities, and nations.…

Sani Haruna The Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Board has commenced the collection of deposits for the 2026 Hajj exercise and Ramadan Umrah, following what has been described as the state’s most successful Hajj operation in recent years. Speaking to journalists shortly after a stakeholders’ meeting at the Hajj Camp in Birnin Kebbi, the Board Chairman, Alhaji Faruq Yaro Musa, said the 2025 Hajj exercise stood out among the 36 states of the federation. He attributed the success to the exemplary conduct, discipline, and religious devotion displayed by Kebbi pilgrims throughout the exercise. Hajj: NAHCON Battles Medical Emergencies as Nine Pilgrims…

Sani Haruna The Rector of Kebbi State Polytechnic, Dakingari, Dr. Abubakar Boyi Dalatu, has commended the unwavering support of the Executive Governor of Kebbi State, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, for the steady growth and transformation of the institution. Speaking during a press briefing at the Polytechnic’s temporary site in Dakingari, Dr. Dalatu said Governor Idris’ interventions have revitalized the academic pursuit of the school and boosted students’ enrollment. Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic Kazaure Celebrates Eid-el-Fitr Established 14 years ago with the mission of providing quality technical education to Kebbi citizens and beyond, the institution has, under Governor Idris,…

Abbas Bamalli The Katsina Deputy Governor, Alhaji Faruq Lawal-Jobe, has expressed the state government’s willingness to include children in the relevant decision-making process. The deputy governor gave the assurance on Friday while receiving members of the state’s Children’s Parliament. WCD: Children Take Over Kano House Of Assembly Lawal-Jobe assured the children’s parliament that the Gov. Dikko Radda administration would do much to prepare them for future leadership of the state and the country. He said: “I appreciate your appeal for keying into government activities and requesting inclusiveness. “On this note, I’ll direct the Commissioners for Youths, his counterpart in Women…

The Aminu Magashi Garba Foundation (AMG Foundation), in collaboration with the Kano State Healthcare Forum, has launched a one-year intervention to strengthen emergency and accident services at the Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital (MMSH), Kano. The initiative, flagged off at the Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department of the hospital, will provide N2.4 million worth of drugs and consumables over the next 12 months. AMG Foundation Funds Health Insurance for 200 Vulnerable in Kano Speaking at the event,Chairman of the AMG Foundation, Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba, explained that the intervention was necessitated by the rising demand for emergency medical supplies due to…

The Bauchi State Zero Dose Learning Hub ZDLH Community of Practice (CoP), with support from the African Health Budget Network (AHBN), has carried out a joint legislative oversight visit to selected primary health care facilities in Ganjuwa Local Government Area to assess the state of immunization services and infrastructure. The oversight team was led by the Chairmen of the Bauchi State House of Assembly Committees on Health, Hon. Lawal Dauda, Appropriation, Hon. Mohammed Wanzam, and Nutrition, Hon. Ahmed Maikudi, alongside Hon. Garba Adamu, representing Ganjuwa West. They were joined by the CoP Chairman, Mr. Jinjiri Garba, and the AHBN…

Ado Salisu President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has reiterated that there will be no change to the kickoff date of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season scheduled to begin on August 22. Speaking on Friday in Lafia while declaring open the NPFL 2025/26 pre-season seminar, Gusau described it as a positive development that the league calendar now aligns with that of European clubs. He urged stakeholders to maintain their support for the Gbenga Elegbeleye-led board, which achieved the milestone. “When we came on board, we had no choice but to opt for…

Kano-ACReSAL is actively participating in the ongoing Strategic Catchment Management Plan (SCMP) mission in Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State. The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project remains committed to completing the development of the remaining 11 strategic catchments—including Gurara-Gbako, Sarkin-Powa-Kaduna, Okwa-Mada, Lokoja-Niger, and Aloma-Ebonyi—out of the 20 catchments earmarked for development within the project’s lifespan in Nigeria. To date, ACReSAL has successfully developed 9 Strategic Catchment Management Plans, paving the way for sustainable water and environmental management across the country. To achieve its targets, the project has mobilised stakeholders from across the identified catchments, including traditional institutions and…

The Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board SPHCMB under the leadership of its Director General, Professor Salisu Ahmad Ibrahim, held a strategic meeting with Zonal Directors and Primary Health Care (PHC) Coordinators from all 44 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state. The meeting, which took place at the Board’s headquarters, served as a platform to review operational strategies, address service delivery challenges, and strengthen coordination across the state’s PHCs. Discussions focused on key issues, including the full implementation of Primary Health Care Under One Roof (PHCUOR) to unify governance and improve service integration, assessment of staff strength to…

The world of Hausa journalism would miss a shining star with the retirement of Malam Mujtaba Ramalan Bello, a veteran journalist with Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, and former General Manager of Pride FM Gusau, Zamfara State. For over three decades, Malam Mujtaba captivated audiences with his golden and sonorous voice, bringing news and current events to the Hausa-speaking audiences. Two Years Of Effective Leadership of Tajudeen Abbas As Speaker Malam Mujtaba joined the FRCN in 1993 as a news presenter for Sashin Hausa, Radio Nigeria Kaduna. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming one of the best news…

Ibrahim Ibrahim The Partnership for Development Action (PADAC Foundation), a focal NGO of Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project, has planted 1.5 million trees in three communities worst hit by climate change in Jigawa state. PADAC Communication Officer in Jigawa State, Abdullahi Mukhtar, disclosed this at the tree planting campaign held in Ringim Local Government. Governor Abba Yusuf Leads 5.5 Million Tree Planting Movement He said the development is part of its efforts to restore degraded lands, protect the environment, and strengthen local livelihoods. According to him” the 1.5million tree planting targeted three communities of Dabi, Shafar and Furji…

The Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board (KSPHCMB), the Kano State Contributory Health Care Management Agency (KSCHMA), and members of the Kano State House of Assembly have embarked on a Joint Oversight Facilities Spot Check and Accountability Exercise. The initiative aims to enhance accountability and improve health care delivery in Kano State, Kiru LGA’s Journey to Becoming Open Defecation-Free The high-powered delegation included Prof. Salisu Ahmad Ibrahim, Director-General, KSPHCMB; Dr. Rahila Muktar, Executive Secretary, KSCHMA; Hon. Zakariya Alhasan Ishaq, Member representing Kura/Garin Mallam Constituency and Chairman, House Committee on Health; Hon. Hafizu Gambo, Member representing Bunkure Constituency; and Hon.…

The director-general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO),Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says President Bola Tinubu must be given credit for stabilising the economy. Okonjo-Iweala spoke during a courtesy visit to Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Thursday. She said what is needed next in the country is economic growth. Nigeria Will Miss Chief Audu Ogbeh’s Wisdom-Tinubu “So we think that the president and his team – and we just exchanged with him – have worked hard to stabilize the economy. And you cannot really improve an economy unless it’s stable,” Okonjo-Iweala said. She said what is needed next in the country is…

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the timely completion of the Section Three of the 61 kilometer Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, who led a strong federal government delegation to the site of the road project as part of a wider Citizens’ Engagement tour of the South East, said that modern road infrastructure is vital to economic growth, improved safety, and citizens’ welfare. South East Projects in Focus as FG Begins Citizens’ Engagement “This project is a visible testament to government’s resolve to complete strategic highways nationwide for the benefit of…

Khadijah Aliyu The Kano State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA), in collaboration with the Health and Development Support Programme (HANDS), has organised a one-day strategic meeting to strengthen planning and coordination for Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) in the fight against Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). The meeting, held in Kano, brought together three representatives from each of the seven selected local government areas: Madobi, Kura, Kabo, Karaye, Kunchi, Rogo, and Sumaila. RUWASA, HANDS Hold Strategic Meeting to Boost NTDs Elimination Efforts in 7 LGAs In his welcome remarks, RUWASA Managing Director, Engr. Shamwilu Abdulqadir Tsamiya, represented by…

The Federal Government has commenced a three-day citizens’ engagement tour of Enugu and Ebonyi States in the South East, aimed at showcasing ongoing projects and interacting directly with citizens. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this at a parley with media executives and influencers in Enugu on Wednesday night. Uphold Ethics as We Reform Procurement for Citizens’ Benefit-KNSG This Minister was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, Mr. Chinasa Nnam Ogbodo. “The purpose of this evening’s gathering is to meet and greet with members of the Fourth Estate in Enugu…

Kabiru Haruna The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has inaugurated the Government–Private Sector Working Group, emphasizing that private sector participation is crucial to transforming Nigeria’s education sector. Speaking at the inauguration, Dr. Alausa described the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiatives (NESRI) as a clear demonstration of the Federal Government’s commitment to overhauling the nation’s learning system. He stressed that private sector engagement must align with NESRI’s objectives to deliver a stronger, more innovative, and equitable education framework. The Minister warned that millions of Nigerian children aged 5–14 face “learning poverty,” making it imperative to bridge the education gap…