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Abuja, Nigeria — Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, Chairman of the Gombe State Athletics Association, has expressed his deepest condolences over the tragic auto crash that claimed the lives of members of the Kano State Sports Contingent returning from the 22nd National Sports Festival held in Ogun State. In a press statement issued in Abuja and made available to journalists, he said: Tragic Road Accident Claims Lives of 20 Kano State Athletes “I would like to use this opportunity to express my deepest sympathy to the Kano State Sports Contingent that lost their lives while returning from the 22nd National…

Member representing Dambatta/Makoda Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Engineer Hamisu Ibrahim Chidari, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the Kano sports athletes who tragically lost their lives in a road accident on their way back to Kano from the National Sports Festival. Chidari stated: “It was with total submission to the will of Allah, the Most Merciful, that we received the sudden and tragic news of the incident that led to the loss of the lives of our youth who represented Kano at the just-concluded National Sports Festival. On behalf of the good people of Dambatta/Makoda Federal Constituency,…

The African Media Network for Health and Environment Promotion (REMAPSEN) has announced plans to convene a major media forum focused on neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Africa. The event, scheduled for November 25–27, 2025, in Abidjan, aims to raise awareness among journalists from 35 African countries and encourage more robust media coverage of NTDs. REMAPSEN Hosts Media Forum on Ending Violence Against Women During a press conference on May 30, 2025, in Abidjan, Mr. Bamba Youssouf, Chairman of REMAPSEN’s Board of Directors, emphasized the importance of bringing NTDs “out of their state of neglect” and making them a priority in…

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kano State chapter, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of twenty-two members of the Kano State contingent who died while returning from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State. Describing the loss as an immeasurable tragedy not only to their families and sports associations but also to the entire nation, NAWOJ said the incident occurred in Dakatsalle town, Kano State. NAWOJ Chapter Mourns Kano Contingent from Ogun National Sports Festival This was contained in a statement signed by the State Secretary of NAWOJ, Maryam Muhd Yakasai, and made available to…

The Kano State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KNUPDA), under the leadership of its Managing Director, Arc. Hauwa Hassan T/Wada, deeply mourns the tragic demise of twenty-two members of the Kano State contingent who lost their lives in a fatal accident at Dakatsalle town while returning from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State. Gov Yusuf Declares Monday Public Holiday to Mourn Kano Athletes This was contained in a statement signed by the Public Relations officer KNUPDA Sayyada Bahijja Malam Kabara made available to newsmen in Kano. Gov Yusuf Declares Monday Public Holiday to Mourn Kano Athletes She described the…

The National Secretariat of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) extends its deepest condolences to the good people of Kano State following a horrific road accident along the Kano-Zaria expressway, claiming the lives of over 20 athletes and leaving others seriously injured. This devastating incident has sent shockwaves through the sports community. According to reports, the victims, mostly young athletes, were returning home after representing Kano State at the National Sports Festival. NAWOJ National Chairperson, Hajia Aisha Ibrahim, expressed her heartfelt condolences from Saudi Arabia, highlighting the tremendous loss their untimely demise poses to their families, friends, and the…

Kano, Nigeria — The Kano State Government (KNSG) has directed all primary and post-primary schools across the state to observe the Eid-El-Kabir break from Wednesday, June 4th, 2025, to Monday, June 16th, 2025. Boarding students are to resume on Sunday, June 15th, 2025, ahead of full classes resuming on Monday. Breaking: Kano Police Ban Eid-el-Fitr Durbar Activities This was announced in a statement signed by Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru, Director of Public Enlightenment at the Ministry of Education. Kano Sallah Violence: Police Withdraw Invitation to Emir Sanusi The statement urged parents and guardians of boarding school students to pick up their…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has busted a notorious drug trafficking syndicate that sponsored Hajj pilgrims as cocaine couriers to Saudi Arabia, arresting three key masterminds in Kano. The operation followed the arrest of two intending pilgrims, Ibrahim Umar Mustapha and Muhammad Siraj Shifado, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport on Monday, 26th May 2025. The suspects were apprehended during the final screening of passengers on Ethiopian Airlines flight ET 940 to Jeddah, based on credible intelligence. Drug Abuse: Police, NDLEA, others partner as Zaura foundation intensify non-Kinetic campaign in Kano After body scans confirmed they had…

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of victims who lost their lives in a tragic auto accident that claimed 22 lives and left several others seriously injured. The victims, who were mostly in their youthful age, were returning home as Kano’s contingent from the National Sports Festival. Tragic Road Accident Claims Lives of 20 Kano State Athletes In a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the state declared Monday, 2nd June as a public holiday to symphathize with the victims’ families. “On behalf of the…

The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore, has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the tragic death of Kano athletes in a ghastly motor accident at Daka Tsalle. This message was conveyed in a statement issued by the spokesperson to the speaker Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, in Kano. Tragic Road Accident Claims Lives of 20 Kano State Athletes Falgore lamented the devastating loss of the 21-members Kano contingent who participated in the National Sports Festival. “This irreplaceable tragedy has left us heartbroken. The youth are the bedrock of societal development, and losing such promising individuals…

In his quests for employment generation to alleviate the hardship/poverty among teeming youth in Kano state, the Executive Secretary of Kano State Science and Technical Schools Board (STSB) has attended the Flag-off ceremony of the National Conference on Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) in Abuja. The programme was designed and initiated by the federal government of Nigeria to solve the unemployment of over 7 million youth across the country. FG Launches TVET To Empower Youths With Industrial Skills Associate Professor Dahiru Sale Muhammad, the executive secretary of STSB, in shakeup hands with the minister of Education and state minister…

At least 20 athletes from Kano State have been confirmed dead following a road accident. The incident occurred at the Dakatsalle Bridge, where a bus carrying members of a Kano State contingent of athletes reportedly lost control and plunged into the river. The vehicle was said to be carrying 30 passengers, mostly young athletes and officials, when the crash happened. Hon Chidari Condoles Families of Bereaved Kano Athletes Umar Bala Fagge, the Chairman of the Kano State Sports Commission, who confirmed the incident, stated that the athletes were returning from the National Sports Festival held in Abeokuta, Ogun State. “As…

Kotun Tarayya da ke Kano, ƙarƙashin jagorancin Mai Shari’a S.M. Shuaibu, ta yanke hukunci kan mutane 29 da aka kama da laifin zamba ta yanar gizo, bayan gurfanar da su a gaban kotu daga Hukumar Yaki da Cin Hanci da Rashawa ta EFCC. Wadanda aka yankewa hukunci sun hada da: Prosper Godfrey, Igwe Ebenezer Chiwendu, Bolodeoku Daniel, Nduka Samuel Uche, Isaac Omeiza, Obasi Solomon Chimerie, ThankGod Adeniyi, Obasi Joshua Mmaduabuchi, Emmanuel Eyo, Dominion Elejo Jeremiah, John Godswill Amedu, Daniel Olusegun Ajibola, Abdulwaris Animasahun, da Okechukwu Kingsley Ejim, da sauransu. EFCC Arraigns Businessman over Alleged N24m Fraud in Benin City An…

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has formalized its partnership with the Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding agro-meteorological information delivery to smallholder farmers across Nigeria. The agreement builds on a collaboration that began in 2010 and marks a renewed commitment to providing timely, accessible climate data to rural communities. NiMet, SAPZ Partner to Empower Smallholder Farmers The signing ceremony was attended by Mr. Sulaimon Arigbabu, Executive Secretary of HEDA Resource Centre, and Miss Tonye Dappa, Legal and Liaison Officer. Both expressed gratitude to NiMet’s DG/CEO, Professor Charles Anosike, for his…

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has formalized a strategic partnership with the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Program to advance climate resilience and sustainable agriculture across key farming regions in Nigeria. NiMet Calls for Collaboration to Strengthen Early Warning Gaps The partnership, formalized in Abuja, will initially be implemented across seven pilot states—Cross River, Imo, Kaduna, Kano, Ogun, Oyo, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) with a roadmap to scale nationally. The initiative targets smallholder farmers and agro-processors, equipping them with real-time weather forecasts, seasonal climate predictions, and tailored advisory services to improve decision-making and mitigate climate-related risks. The SAPZ…

The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to partnering with traditional institutions to promote environmental sustainability through tree planting and other climate change mitigation and adaptation programmes. The Minister stated this during a courtesy visit by the Emir of Nguru, HRH Mustafa Ibn Kyari, and his delegation to the Ministry in Abuja. Climate Change: Gwarzo LGA Flags Off 2024 Tree planting Balarabe disclosed that the Ministry, along with agencies un̈der his purview namely; the National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW), Agro Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) and Nigeria Erosion and WaterShed…

The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has called for increased commitment and action from Nigerian women towards inclusive governance, economic participation, and national development. She made the call at a one-day town hall meeting and citizen engagement in Abuja. “The reason why we are here is because we want what is best for ourselves, for the Nigerian women, for our community, for our families.” CSW69 Emphasizes Digital Inclusion for Gender Equality The minister underscored the importance of the proposed special reserve seats bill at the national assembly, which aims to ensure fair representation of women in governance. She…

Ibrahim Ibrahim Stakeholders in women’s Reproductive Health have identified out-of-stock commodities and lack of awareness as key factors hindering family planning services in Jigawa State. The Reproductive Health Coordinator, Jigawa State Primary Health Care Development Agency Aliya Ahmad Adamu, disclosed this during a stakeholders’ meeting organised by Challenge Initiative TCI at Manpower Development Institute MDI, Dutse. DMCSA Partners AHBN to Boost Family Planning in Kano State She explained that the aim of the meeting is to design and plan on how to reduce maternal and newborn deaths across the state. According to her, “stakeholders in reproductive health such as TCI,…

In a major step toward repositioning technical education as a catalyst for economic transformation, the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa and the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Said Ahmad, have officially launched Nigeria’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiative. Themed “Advancing Skills and Empowering the Future”, the launch event marked a pivotal moment in the Federal Government’s strategic efforts to equip millions of young Nigerians with practical, industry-relevant skills to drive national development. Federal Government Rolls Out TVET Program to Equip Nigerians Speaking at the event, Dr. Alausa underscored the government’s renewed focus on…

In a landmark gesture aimed at boosting educational opportunities for rural communities, Major General Baba U. Yahaya, an indigene of Bagwai Local Government, has constructed a series of essential facilities at Government Girls Secondary School (GGSS) Kiyawa. The newly commissioned projects include modern classroom blocks, a state-of-the-art science laboratory, a solar-powered borehole, and upgraded toilet facilities —all designed to enhance the learning environment for students. Bagwai LG Chairman Empowers Youths with N10M, Vehicles Speaking during the official commissioning ceremony, the Village Head of Kiyawa, Alhaji Umar Jibrin Baba, expressed profound gratitude for Major General Yahaya’s commitment to transforming the educational…