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…
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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…
In a landmark achievement, Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has successfully resolved its decades-long land dispute with the Danzakara community, bringing an end to years of tension and paving the way for stronger ties with its neighbors. The breakthrough, which comes just days before the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, completes his five-year tenure, was facilitated by the intervention of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf. BUK Assures Justice for Slain Student, Collaborates with Security Agencies Speaking in his office while receiving the Kano State Council of Ulama led by its Chairman, Sheikh Ibrahim Khalil, Prof. Abbas described the resolution as…
Sumaila Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State has recorded a historic breakthrough with the completion of N300 million worth of development projects, including the provision of portable drinking water that has brought an end to decades of scarcity in the community. The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Local Government Matters, Alhaji Bashir Abubakar Yaro Galadima, who inspected the ongoing projects, expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work. The Need to Solarize Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to improving the living conditions of its citizens through strategic investments in infrastructure. Chairman of…
The Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, has announced the readiness of the legislative arm to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PROMAD Infotech Foundation to enhance public projects tracking and citizen oversight in the state. Speaking through his deputy, Rt. Hon. Ololade Gbegudu, at the closeout ceremony for the 18 fellows of the Social Accountability Fellowship organised by PROMAD in Akure on Tuesday, Oladiji revealed that discussions were underway to expand the number of fellows from 18 to 26, ensuring representation for each state constituency. PROMAD, NYFF, SERDEC Unite to Drive Youth…
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) says it has put modalities in place to push for the passage of a Media Enhancement Bill aimed at improving welfare packages and working conditions for journalists across the country. NUJ President, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, stated during a veteran journalists interactive forum in Kano, organised by the NUJ Kano State Council in collaboration with the State Ministry for Information and Internal Affairs. NUJ Tours Key Project Sites in Kano Ahead of NEC Meeting Yahaya noted that the proposed bill, which is already attracting sponsorship from members of the House of Representatives, would address poor…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, has arrested 49 male suspects in connection with various drug-related offenses during a large-scale operation conducted across the state. The operation led to the seizure of significant quantities of illicit substances, including cannabis sativa, Pregabalin, diazepam, codeine syrup, Rohypnol, “Suck and Die,” rubber solution, and locally made weapons. NDLEA Kano Partners Dambe Sports Group to Tackle Drug Abuse Raids were carried out at known drug hotspots, including Massallacin Idi, Fagge Plaza, Kofar Mata, Kofar Wambai, Kofar Dan’agundi, Makabartar Dan’agundi, Ladanai, Zage, and Tashar Rimi at Rimi Market. In a bid…
The Kano State House of Assembly KNHA has suspended Rano Local Government Council Chairman Alhaji Muhammad Naziru Ya’u for three months following allegations of misconduct. The decision was reached during plenary presided over by Speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore, after the House Committee on Public Petition submitted its investigative report. CAPPA Condemns UI’s Suspension of Student Activists Presenting the report, the Committee Chairman who doubles as the Majority Leader, Alhaji Lawan Hussaini Dala, said the probe was triggered by a petition signed by nine out of the ten councillors in Rano. According to him, the petition accused the chairman of…
The Kano State Government KNSG has commenced a refresher course for 72 secondary school teachers on modern fish farming, aimed at equipping them to train students in entrepreneurial and self-reliance skills. Declaring the programme open , the Commissioner for Education, Dr Ali Makoda, explained that the initiative is part of the government’s commitment to preparing students for life after graduation. Nigeria Will Remove Bottlenecks to Boost Food Production-Tinubu According to Makoda, the participants all fisheries teachers will take the knowledge gained back to their classrooms through a “step-down” training for students. “Vocational skills are the most effective means of improving…
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has joined the global community in marking this year’s International Youth Day, praising the creativity, resilience, and innovation of young people while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to building a future driven by youth empowerment. Speaking in Katsina Governor Radda described the youth as “the heartbeat of innovation, community service, and nation-building,” adding that they are not just leaders of tomorrow, but the driving force of today. Empowerment : Ododo’s Aide Offers Lifeline To Kogi Youths, Widows Over the past year, the Radda-led administration has rolled out an array of youth-focused initiatives targeting skills…
Ƙabiru Haruna The Federal Government has formally inaugurated the Governing Council and Principal Officers of the Federal University of Environment and Technology, Koroma/Saakpenwa, Rivers State, marking a major milestone in Nigeria’s drive to expand access to specialized, high-quality tertiary education in strategic fields. Speaking at the ceremony held at the TETFund Auditorium, Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, CON, described the event as a “critical step in the Federal Government’s sustained efforts to address both national and global development imperatives, notably environmental sustainability and technological innovation.” Dr. Alausa emphasized that the institution’s establishment was a deliberate…
The Federal Ministry of Education has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to sustaining and expanding its long-standing educational and cultural partnership with the Russian Federation, despite economic challenges affecting the sponsorship of Nigerian students abroad. At a high-level meeting in Abuja between the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, and the Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Mr. Nikolay N. Udovichenko, both parties reviewed the current status of Nigeria–Russia educational ties and explored new areas for collaboration. Dr. Alausa acknowledged Russia’s decades of support in developing Nigeria’s human capacity in critical sectors such as medicine, engineering, and technology. As of October 2024,…
Abba Dukawa A yanayi irin na Najeriya, inda matsalolin tattalin arziki da tsadar rayuwa suka yi kamari, karin haraji akan man fetur zai kara wa talakawa wahala me kawai. Sai dai masu tsara tattalin arzikin gwamnatin ba su nuna damuwa da yadda hakan zai shafi ‘yan kasa ba. A gaskiya, shekaru biyun da suka gabata sun kasance shekaru na gwagwarmayar rayuwa ga mafi yawan ‘yan Najeriya. Dangote Ya Sanya Sunan Tinubu a Hanyar Shiga Matatar Man Fetur A fada a fili ba tare da boye gaskiya ba, manufofin tattalin arzikin gwamnatin Bola Tinubu na kara wa ‘yan kasa radadi. Cire…
Wata mata ‘yar asalin Iran, Kulthum Akbari, mai shekaru 56, na fuskantar hukuncin kisa bayan amsa laifin kashe tsofaffin mazajenta guda 11 a cikin tsawon shekaru 22, bisa zargin yin hakan don mallakar dukiyarsu. Yadda Kasar Rasha ke kisan fursunonin yaki na Kasar Ukraine Rahotanni sun bayyana cewa masu gabatar da kara sun yi ikirarin cewa Akbari ta yi amfani da maganin ciwon sukari da kwayoyin bugarwa wajen hallaka mazajen nata. Uromi: Kano Governor Demands Public Parade of Suspects Jaridar Gulf News ta ruwaito cewa bincike ya gano yadda matar ke karkatar da dukiyar mutanen da ta kashe zuwa asusun…
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has commended the Kano State Government for its ongoing infrastructural projects, describing them as a step in the right direction toward urban renewal and economic growth. As part of activities marking the NUJ National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Kano, the Union’s National President, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, led members of the NEC and other delegates on an inspection tour of major development projects across the city. Maiyaki’s Appointment Will Boost Governance Media Unity-NUJ KD The delegation visited strategic sites including the Dan Agundi underpass,Tal’udu Bridge, Kano state Sports commission, Northwest University, Ministry of works…
Gwamnatin Jihar Kano ta sake jaddada aniyarta ta yin aiki tare da shugabannin kananan hukumomi domin aiwatar da manyan ayyukan ci gaba a yankunansu. Kwamishinan Ma’aikatar Ci gaban Kauyuka da Al’ummomi, Alhaji Abdulƙadir Abdussalam, ne ya bayyana haka yayin ziyarar aiki da ya kai Ƙaramar Hukumar Gwarzo. KH Gwarzo Ta Raba Gidan Sauro 189,600 Don Yaki da Maleriya Ya bayyana cewa ziyarar na da nufin sauraron bukatun al’ummomin karkara kan irin ayyukan ci gaba da suke son gwamnati ta aiwatar, bisa umarnin Gwamnatin Jihar Kano ga kwamishinoni su ziyarci dukkan kananan hukumomi 44 na jihar. Alhaji Abdulƙadir ya fara ziyarar…
Gwamnatin Jihar Kano ta bayyana shirinta na yi wa sama da matasa 1,300 afuwa, wadanda aka fi sani da ‘yan daba, bayan sun amince su mika makamai tare da daina aikata tashin hankali da sauran ayyukan laifi da ke barazana ga zaman lafiya a jihar. Gwamna Abba Kabir Yusuf ne ya bayyana hakan a wajen taron kwana ɗaya da aka gudanar tare da shugabannin ƙungiyoyin matasan da suka tuba, ƙarƙashin shirin Safe Corridor Project, a Kano. Gwamnatin Kano Ta Raba Takin Zamani Ga Manoma a Gwarzo Gwamnan, wanda Kwamishinan Yada Labarai da Harkokin Cikin Gida, Malam Abdullahi Waiya, ya wakilta,…
The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Kano State on Local Government Matters, Alhaji Bashir Abubakar Yaro Galadima, has undertaken a working visit to Minjibir Local Government Area to inspect ongoing projects valued at N300 million. During the visit, Alhaji Galadima commended the Minjibir LGA leadership for executing several laudable initiatives that reflect a strong commitment to community development. MPPPM&E Lauds Quality of Kano’s ₦50B Urban Renewal Projects However, he expressed dissatisfaction with the poor quality of work on the classroom block under construction at Goda Primary School. In response, he directed the immediate revocation of the contract for…