In a renewed effort to combat the growing concern of zero-dose children, the Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN), in partnership with the African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET), has organised a three-day Peer Learning and Exchange Retreat under the Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH) project. Funded by GAVI the retreat, held in Abuja, convened over 30 stakeholders from national and sub-national levels across the four ZDLH implementing states: Kano, Borno, Bauchi, Sokoto, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). AHBN Recommends Swift Funding to Curb Zero Dose in Kano Themed “Accountability, Equity and Sustainability in Reducing Zero Dose Children,” the event provided…
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The Federal Government of Nigeria FG has deepened the existing relationship with the Republic of China on the impact of ideas and strengthening mutual understanding to ensure that stories, experiences and insights from Africa and China are understood in the world where narratives shape geopolitics. At a seminar on the Promotion and Dissemination of Contemporary World Nigeria Magazine held in Abuja, the Director General of the Institute For Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR),Dr. Joseph Ochogwu said that the publication of contemporary World Nigeria magazine launched in November, 2022 stands both as a mirror and a bridge of Nigeria -China cooperation.…
The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has pointed out that the Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing section of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) will greatly complement the NPF’s efforts in fighting insecurity in Nigeria. He stated this during the Training workshop on Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing for Frontline Officers and Prosecutors held at the President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan International Peacekeeping Center, Force Headquarters, Abuja. 10-Year-Old Accidentally Kills Police Father with Service Rifle Represdnted the Director, Police Services, Ministry of Police Affairs, Mr. Ibrahim Muhammed, the minister stated that the workshop will present a valuable opportunity to enhance…
Brasilia – At the 15th BRICS Health Ministers’ Meeting held in Brasilia, Brazil, the Federal Government of Nigeria, through its Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, reaffirmed its commitment to tackling global health challenges through stronger cooperation, domestic reforms, and strategic investment. Delivering Nigeria’s national statement at the Itamaraty Palace (venue of the meeting) on Tuesday, Dr. Salako emphasized the importance of global solidarity in confronting the complex and interconnected threats facing public health systems including non-communicable diseases (NCDs), pandemics, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), climate change, and dwindling health funding. FG Commissions 5 Projects in…
Ado Salisu The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) signed a cooperation agreement via video conference with a civil society organization CSO to implement a project that will drill 78 medium-depth, solar-powered wells across 10 states in the Republic of Nigeria. The initiative is expected to benefit approximately 733,350 individuals. KSrelief Performs 28 Cochlear Implant Surgeries in Kenya Relief’s Assistant Supervisor General for Operations and Programs Engr. Ahmed bin Ali Al-Baiz signed the agreement at KSrelief’s headquarters in Riyadh. The agreement aims to provide safe drinking water for both people and livestock, support domestic water needs, and enhance…
The Gaya Emirate Council, Kano State, has formally withdrawn the traditional title of Wazirin Gaya previously held by Alhaji Usman Alhaji. In a letter conveyed to the former titleholder, the Council stated that the withdrawal was necessitated by certain unavoidable circumstances. The decision takes immediate effect. This is contained in a statement signed by Munzali Muhammad Hausawa, Gaya Zonal Information Officer and issued to newsmen in Kano on Wednesday. 20 Kano-Based Groups Petition IGP Over ‘Incendiary’ Statement by Ex-SSG Usman Alhaji Announcing the development, the Secretary to the Gaya Emirate Council, Alhaji Bello Halilu, noted that the Council deeply appreciates…
Adamu Yusuf A non-government organization, AMA Foundation, has organised a one-day Artificial Intelligence AI workshop for secondary school students in Kaduna, aimed at raising awareness and building foundational digital skills among young Nigerians. The event took place at the historic Arewa House and drew participants from various public schools across the state. NITDA Inspires Students with Hands-On Tour of AI, Robotics Centre The workshop focused on delivering a low-tech introduction to AI, forming part of a broader initiative to close the digital divide between Nigeria and the rest of the world, as well as among underserved communities within the country.…
A wani bangare na bikin Ranar Yaki da Hamada da Fari ta Duniya, Kwamishinan Muhalli da Sauyin Yanayi na Jihar Kano, Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim, ya jagoranci rangadin duba shingayen bishiyoyi (shelterbelts) a fadin jihar domin duba halin da suke ciki da kuma gano wuraren da ke bukatar gaggawar gyara. Rangadin ya zo ne da nufin kara azama wajen dakile yaduwar hamada, wadda ke zama babbar barazana ga muhallin arewacin Najeriya da tattalin arzikin al’umma. Environmental Sustainability Takes Center Stage As UNICEF, MoECC Launch Tree Planting Campaign Don tunkarar wannan matsala, Gwamna Abba Kabir Yusuf ya bayar da umarnin cewa…
Gwamkat Gwamzhi To ensure a sufficient and effective supply of Compressed Natural Gas, the Presidential Initiative PCNFI on Compressed Natural Gas has launched the mobility CNG framework. The framework also has the objective of standardizing supply chain standards, pricing management structure and stimulation of demand. CNG: Kano State, STATA Power Utilities Sign $15 Million MoU At the lunch in Abuja, Programme Coordinator of the PCNGI Micheal Oluwagbemi said beyond gas infrastructure, the the organisation was on a steady path to stabilize the implementation of the CNG programme. We must ensure that “In an economy where gas is being used for…
Adamu Yusuf Two hundred thousand out-of-school children, including Persons With Disability, will be enrolled back to school under the Return Out-of-School Children project in Kaduna (ROOSC). The Project Director of Save the Children International, Mr. Emmanuel Mbursa, stated this during a media parley on the mandates of the ROOSC project and achievement held in Kaduna. Kaduna Launches Major Campaign to Tackle Out-of-School Crisis He said an assessment would be conducted on children of school age who were PWDs and assisting devices would be provided to them for effective learning. “We are partnering with the agencies for disability inclusion and hospitals…
Adamu Yusuf The Fulbe Development and Cultural Organization (FUDECO) in collaboration with Supporting Pastoralism and Agriculture in Recurrent and Protected Crises (SPARC) has called for urgent reforms to enhance the welfare and resilience of pastoralist communities in Kaduna State. The call was made in a communiqué jointly signed by the Chairperson of FUDECO Kaduna State Chapter, Dr. Nafisatu Dahiru Muhammad, and the Chairman of the Communiqué Committee, Bashir Muhammad Abbo, during a research dissemination workshop held at the headquarters of the National Commission for Nomadic Education in Kaduna. Nigeria: FUDECO Organizes Maiden National Pulaaku Day According to the communiqué, a…
Adamu Yusuf Kaduna State Government has launched a robust community sensitization campaign to address out-of-school children in the state. The project is being implemented through the Kaduna State Ministry of Education’s Project Management Unit, in collaboration with the Islamic Development Bank, Global Partnership for Education, Education Above All, Save the Children, and UNICEF. UNICEF, Katsina Re-enrolls 4,000 Out-of-School Adolescent Girls The initiative is part of the Reaching Out-of-School Children ROOSC project, a four-year program that targets the enrollment of two hundred thousand out-of-school children across the state. The campaign was flagged off at Ungwan Shanu community in Kaduna North Local…
A Federal High Court sitting in Kano, presided over by Justice S.M. Shuaibu, has convicted and sentenced 12 internet fraudsters to various jail terms and fines for cybercrime, impersonation, money laundering, and retention of proceeds of crime. The convicts were prosecuted by the Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after being arrested in Nasarawa and Niger states through intelligence-led operations that uncovered their illicit online activities. EFCC Busts Impostor Journalist for Alleged Extortion of N2 Million The Convicted Fraudsters The convicted individuals include: Michael Yakubu Udo Promise Jonah Promise Isah Ibrahim Samuel Odeh Abdulsamad Muhammad…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has again, stated the commitment of the Tinubu Administration to a free, responsible, and vibrant press, highlighting the media’s pivotal role in strengthening Nigeria’s democracy and national development. Speaking in Abuja at the public presentation of “Nigeria Media Renaissance – Perspectives on Online Publishing”, organised by the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), the Minister lauded GOCOP for its leadership and foresight in championing ethical standards and innovation in the digital media space. Kano Gov. Urged to Call Spokesperson to Order Over Fake News “The Federal Government is committed to a…
Ado Salisu Ahmadiyya College basketball teams (boys and girls) are expected to leave Kano on Thursday for Lagos ahead of the 25th edition of the National Milo basketball finals. Ahmadiyya Colleg was selected as the best losers after the just concluded zonal conferences held in Kano, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Asaba in Delta state and Ibadan, Oyo state while the final has been fixed between June 19th and 27th, 2025 at the indoor sports Hall of the national stadium, Surulere, Lagos. The annual tournament, which is being organised by the Nigerian School Sports Federation (NSSF) in conjunction with other…
Yenagoa, Bayelsa State — The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, delivered a powerful keynote at the 2025 Bayelsa State E-Commerce Entrepreneurship Programme (BEEP), where he urged local entrepreneurs to harness the power of technology and digital platforms to build globally competitive businesses. Held in Yenagoa, the event gathered innovators, tech enthusiasts, and startup founders from across the Niger Delta. Inuwa emphasized that with the right tools, innovation, and mindset, small businesses can scale beyond physical and geographic limitations. He provided practical insights on digital customer engagement, strategic product marketing, and how to…
The Kano State Government has approved hosting a landmark National Summit on Harnessing the Creative Industry aimed at boosting Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This decision follows a compelling proposal from the Kannywood Foundation, highlighting Kano’s pivotal role as the cultural and creative capital of Northern Nigeria. Jigawa’s Livestock Sector Contributes 10% to State’s GDP-Governor This was contained in a statement signed by the Commissioner for information and internal affairs Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya made available to newsmen. According to him, the Summit will provide a strategic platform to unlock Kano’s rich creative potential, spanning film production, fashion, artisanal crafts,…
New York City comptroller and mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by federal officers inside a Manhattan immigration court on Tuesday, according to a spokesperson for his office. Multiple videos on social media show Lander being put in handcuffs after officers surrounded him in a hallway at the court building as he’s standing up against a wall next to another man. Democracy Day: Hashim Calls for Protection of Civic Freedoms, Condemns Alleged Attack on Protesters One of the videos shows Lander appearing to stand in the way of officers who were trying to arrest a man. As he blocks officers,…
Kano, Nigeria – The Kano Online Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has announced the commencement of membership form sales for journalists and media professionals, particularly those operating within the digital and online media sector. Kano Online Chapel Seeks Govt Support for Rural Dev Agriculture According to the Chapel, the membership form is available for a token fee of ₦5,000. Interested applicants are invited to obtain the form at the NUJ Secretariat, Kano, by visiting the office of the Chapel Secretary, Isiyaku Ahmed, between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily. The Financial Secretary of the Chapel, Kabiru Basiru…
The Climate and Sustainable Development Network of Nigeria (CSDevNet), in partnership with African Focus for Youth Development (AFFYD), has trained smallholder farmers and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) on climate literacy in Kano. The training with the theme: “Enhancing Climate Literacy to Strengthen the Adaptive Capacity of Smallholder Farmers and SMEs in Nigeria”, is supported by PACJA, Climate Alaramma Sustainable Development Initiative and Guard Africa. Speaking at the training, CSDevNet National Coordinator, Mr Steven Abu, said the training aimed to build resilience to climate change and enhance food security. ”It also aim to train SMEs on climate-smart agriculture practices, such…