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In an effort to strengthen broadcast collaborations and form strategic alliances, Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris, has led a delegation of heads of government agencies to the 2025 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Conference and Workshop in Las Vegas, USA. The NAB event, running from April 5 to 9, carries the theme “The Technology, The Trend, The Future” and will cover a range of topics, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), cloud visualization, the creator economy, and sports production and streaming. Kano State MoI Partners Society of Nigerian Broadcasters SNB The Minister is joined by key Directors-General and CEOs…

As the world marks World Health Day 2025, the Kano State-Led Accountability Mechanism (KanSLAM) has issued a passionate call for urgent action to address health inequalities across Kano State. In a statement signed by Co-chair, KanSLAM (CSO) Pharmacist Maimuna Yakubu, made available to newsmen in Kano. The statement explained that, KanSLAM notes that despite progress in some areas, deep disparities in healthcare access persist across urban and rural communities. KanSLAM Calls for Health Equality on World Health Day 2025 “A child born in rural Kano should have the same survival chances as one born in the city.” The accountability mechanism…

Officers of the Rivers State Police Command on Monday morning dispersed protesters with teargas at Isaac Boro Park in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. Police Commited to Press Freedom, Protection of Civic Space-IGP The demonstrators, members of the ‘Take It Back Movement’, had gathered at the park around 9 a.m. to begin their protest when they were met by a heavy police presence. Nigeria Police Force Cautions Against Nationwide Protest Despite warnings from the police not to proceed with the protest, the protesters insisted on their right to assemble. “Nobody can tell us where not to gather, we are…

The Nigeria Police Force has read in the news that a group called “Take it Back Movement” is planning a protest across various states of the Federation, most especially the Federal Capital Territory, scheduled to hold on Monday 7th April, 2025, a day earmarked by the Federal Government as the National Police Day, to celebrate the resilience and dedication of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force. While not against the exercise of citizens right to peaceful assembly and association in Nigeria as enshrined in the Constitution, the Nigeria Police Force is deeply concerned about the motive behind such…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved member, Mr. Ted Odogwu, a dedicated correspondent of The Punch Newspapers. In a statement signed by the chairman Kano correspondents chapel Alhaji Aminu Ahmed Garko. Alfindiki Mourns Galadiman Kano, Describes Late Sunusi as Kano’s Quintessential Prince He said ” on this somber occasion, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, The Punch Newspapers, and the public” Mr. Odogwu was a respected and valued member of our Chapel, known for his exceptional journalistic skills and unwavering commitment to the pursuit of truth. His contributions to our…

As the global community commemorates World Health Day WHD the Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR) joins in spotlighting the urgent need to prioritize maternal, newborn, and child health MNCH in Nigeria. In a statement signed by the Executive Administrator of Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR), Nafisa Shehu Ibrahim made available to newsmen. According to her, this year’s theme, “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” emphasizes the importance of investing in the health and well-being of women and children to build stronger, healthier societies. AHBN, SAMASHA Media Dialogue Raises Awareness on MNCH She noted that, globally, the scale of maternal and…

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has officially withdrawn its earlier invitation to Alhaji Sanusi, following the tragic events during the Sallah celebration in Kano on March 30, 2025. The invitation was extended to allow Alhaji Sanusi to provide his account of the violence that erupted in the state, but it has now been rescinded under the direction of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun. Breaking: Kano Police Ban Eid-el-Fitr Durbar Activities According to a statement issued by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, the decision to withdraw the invitation came after consultations with key stakeholders…

Suspected Lakurawa militants have killed at least 13 vigilante members in Morai village, located in the Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The attack reportedly occurred on Sunday after the vigilantes received intelligence about a potential raid and took positions in nearby bushes to intercept the assailants. Nuhu Ribadu Ya Musanta Zargin Da Nijar Ke Yi Akan Nageria A resident, Alhaji Augie, told Channels TV that the attackers arrived attempting to rustle cattle from the area. In response, the vigilantes attempted to ambush them to recover the livestock and repel the threat. “Unfortunately, they didn’t realise the terrorists had…

In response to Abba Anwar’s piece, “Ganduje Repeats History, Takes Peace to Kano,” the author, an erstwhile Press Secretary to Ganduje, portrayed his Principal, a former governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, as a peace ambassador is a deeply misleading narrative crafted to cover the truth of his divisive and manipulative actions. It is bewildering that anyone would attempt to depict Ganduje as a beacon of peace, given his long-standing history of fostering division and political manipulation. Ganduje Repeats History, Takes Peace to Kano The people of Kano are no strangers to the numerous actions Governor Ganduje undertook during his eight-year tenure that…

Ado Salisu A Federal High Court in Abuja has been asked to compel the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC) to investigate the petition filed by a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) Incorporated Trustees of Athletics and Other Sports Development Initiative over allegation of misappropriation, diversion of funds. Further in its petition the NGO alleged corruption in the AFN levelled against the AFN President, Tonobok Okowa, former Secretary General, Rita Mosindi, and Bukola Olopade who is now the Director General of the National Sports Commission, NSC. Gombe Petitions EFCC Over AFN’s Financial Mismanagement In the writ of summons made available to our…

Some residents of Kano, mostly women, were thrown into a fix, having invested their money into a food organisation that has allegedly scammed them. The organisation named Food Access, which is barely two weeks into the operation, promised its customers a crashed food price of which, after payment, they would be able to collect their items after five days. Alleged Fraud:JSC Sacks Registrar Terminates Watchman Contract Their price tags include Arome red oil 3L – N5000, Dangote salt 20kg – N4,000, 50kg Dangote Sugar – N45,000, IRS flour 50kg N30,000, 50kg Rice optimum/gerawa – N47,000, 10kg semovita – N7000, one…

Abba Anwar When the National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje CON, spoke at the Kano Emir’s Palace, to Emir Aminu Ado Bayero, yesterday, during his Sallah visit and condolence over the death of the Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, what readily came to mind was Ganduje’s peaceful posture and his Ambassadorial position of peace and tranquility. He opened his speech with this “We are here for condolence over the death of Galadiman Kano. This is a great loss not only to Kano or North, but to the entire nation. Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje’s Legacy of…

Operatives of a Special Operations Unit of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have arrested two brothers: John Abugu, 43, and Kenneth Abugu, 31, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA Ikeja, Lagos with 5kilograms cocaine concealed in walls of their suitcases while attempting to board a flight to India. The two brothers were arrested at the Lagos airport on Thursday 3rd April 2025 following proactive processing of credible intelligence. They claimed they were travelling to India for medical treatment but when their suitcases were thoroughly searched by NDLEA officers, whitish powdery substances later confirmed to be cocaine were…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr. Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture, effective immediately. Mr. Sotinrin brings a diverse and extensive background in the private and public sectors to his new role. Nigerian Agriculture Gets Boost as BOI Collaborates with CDA Before this appointment, he held the position of Group Chief Executive Officer at SAO Group. His leadership at SAO Agro, an agribusiness company, was marked by groundbreaking agricultural initiatives, including developing a 20,000-hectare oil palm plantation and large-scale poultry, aquaculture, maize, and cassava operations in Ondo State. He also led SAO Capital,…

President Bola Tinubu has promised that the gunmen who killed many people in communities in Plateau State will be apprehended and face severe punishment under the law. The President extended his condolences to the families of the victims in Ruwi, Hurti, and Tadai communities in Bokkos Local Government and those from Manguna and Dafo villages, where the gunmen launched brutal attacks, resulting in the loss of lives and the destruction of properties. Gov Yusuf Commends Tinubu,Okpebholo For Swift Action on Uromi President Tinubu commiserated with the Government of Plateau State and Governor Caleb Mutfwang, urging the affected communities to cooperate…

Kabiru Haruna The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has proposed the extension of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program to two years to enhance the impact of its Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) initiative. Dr. Alausa made this call while receiving the new NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, at the Ministry’s headquarters. Minister Ata Mourns Passing Of Galadiman Kano Abbas Sunusi Emphasizing the importance of the NYSC in addressing youth unemployment, the Minister stated, “Let NYSC give people more opportunities to become job creators that will meet the needs of the country.” He further…

Tijjani Sarki The invitation extended to the Emir of Kano, Khalifa Muhammadu Sanusi II, by the Police Headquarters in Abuja for an investigative meeting raises several critical concerns that warrant immediate attention. This follows the tragic incident of attack on the Emir on Sallah day, March 30, 2025, which led to the death of one person and many others injured. Eid-ul-Kabir:Emir Sunusi Preaches Peace Helping The Needy While it is important to recognize the diligent efforts of the Kano State Police Command, which is actively investigating the incident, the Abuja invitation raises questions about whether such interference might inadvertently disrupt…

In it’s efforts to address the challenges of Zero-Dose in Kano, the Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) and African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET), paid an advocacy visit to the Commissioner, Kano State Ministry of Health, Dr Abubakar Labaran Yusuf. The objective of the visit is to discuss ways of tackling the zero-dose challenge in the state. Zero Dose Learning Hub Conducts Facility-Based Immunization Review Zero-dose children are those who have not received their first dose of Penta 1 vaccine, making them vulnerable to preventable diseases. During the visit, the AHBN Coordinator and Team Lead, Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba urged the…

In a significant step, the Dangote Packaging Limited(DPL) has commissioned some state-of-the-art machinery to enhance its production capabilities. At the commissioning of the machinery on Wednesday, the Managing Director/Chief Eexecutive Officer of DPL, Mr. Sai Prakash explained the salient features of the new machinery and described them as the latest “state of the art” technology. Dangote Refinery Exports 2 Million Barrels of Jet Fuel to US He added that the introduction of these machinery is a major accomplishment and would contribute to improved productivity and improved quality of the bags being produced from Obajana Plant. In the same vein, the…

As part of its ongoing commitment to healthcare access and community welfare, the Suleiman Yahyah Foundation has successfully delivered free medical services to thousands of Nigerians in Maska, Funtua Local Government Area, Katsina State. The medical outreach featured a comprehensive healthcare intervention including free consultations, diagnostic tests, essential medications, and hepatitis vaccinations, with a special focus on women and children. Kano Kicks-Off National Police Day with Community Outreach Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Foundation, Alhaji Suleiman Yahyah, described the initiative as a fulfilment of his duty to support the less privileged, in accordance with Islamic injunctions. “The…