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The Nigerian Red Cross Society has launched a large-scale relief effort in Jigawa State, providing support to 5,000 victims of the 2024 flood disaster across Auyo, Malam Madori, and Kirikasamma Local Government Areas. Flagging off the cash distribution in Auyo Local Government, the National President of the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Oluyemisi Adeaga, announced that the organization would distribute a total of N304 million to affected families. NEMA, NCPWD Support 300 PWDs Affected By Disasters in Kano According to Adeaga, 3,000 families will receive N150 million in agricultural assistance to boost their farm yields, while another 2,000 families will benefit…

The Aliko Dangote Foundation ADF has flagged off a massive food intervention program in Borno State, aiming to support 40,000 vulnerable families with a donation of 40,000 bags of 10kg rice. Speaking at the launch of the program in Maiduguri, Borno State capital, Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum praised the Foundation’s generosity, stating that the donation will help cushion economic hardship for vulnerable families, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan:Dangote Foundation Donates 35,000 Bags of Rice to Katsina The Governor, who was represented by the Director General of Borno State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Mr. Ali Abdullahi Isa,…

A rainstorm tore through Itobe District in Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State on Wednesday night, leaving widespread destruction and displacing hundreds of residents. The storm, accompanied by fierce winds and heavy rainfall, damaged over 500 houses, rendering many families homeless. NEMA, NCPWD Support 300 PWDs Affected By Disasters in Kano Schools, health centres, electric poles, churches, and mosques were also affected, while several residents sustained injuries. Expressing concern over the disaster, the Ejeh of Ofu, Akwu Obaje, described the level of destruction as “disheartening” and called for urgent intervention. “The scene is chaotic, with roofs ripped off buildings,…

The Kano State Government KNSG has suspended its end-of-month environmental sanitation exercise for March 2025 to allow residents to focus on Sallah preparations. According to the Kano state commissioner of environment and climate change Dr. Dahiru Mohammad Hashim, this decision acknowledges the state’s role as a commercial hub for northern states and the influx of people from neighboring states during this season. KNSG Summons Tricycle Operators Over Sanitation Law Defaults He however explained that, the sanitation exercise for government ministries, departments, agencies, motor parks, and market places will still take place. Dr Hashim, emphasizes the ministry’s commitment to maintaining a…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) is poised to make history by listing its shares on the capital market, in accordance with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. At a consultative meeting with partners in Abuja, the Company’s Chief Finance and Investor Relations Officer, Mr. Olugbenga Oluwaniyi, revealed that NNPC Ltd is engaging with prospective partners in an exercise tagged “NNPC Ltd. IPO Beauty Parade”. NNPC Debunks Explosion at Port Harcourt Refining Company The aim of the IPO Beauty Parade is to access potential partners and determine how they can support the company in areas such as Investor…

The Kano State Police Command has achieved a major breakthrough in the fight against kidnapping, recovering N4.85 million in ransom and rescuing a kidnapped victim. According to a statement, the victim, a resident of Zakirai Town, Gabasawa LGA, Kano State, was kidnapped in his hometown with a ransom demand of N15 million. Kano Police Arrests 10 Suspects for Kidnapping, Armed Robbery Through a technical-based operation and intelligence-driven investigation, five suspects were arrested, and the victim was rescued on March 17, 2025. The recovered funds were handed over to the owner through the Local Government Chairman of Gabasawa LGA, Hon. Pharm…

The 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, has announced the cancellation of the traditional Eid-el-Fitr Durbar celebration in Kano due to security concerns. The Emir made the announcement during a press briefing at his Nasarawa Mini palace in Kano, stating that the peaceful coexistence of the people is more important than the celebration. UNESCO Inscribes Kano Durbar on Intangible Cultural Heritage According to Alhaji Bayero, respected Islamic clerics, elders, stakeholders, and his council members advised him to cancel the celebration in the interest of peace. Instead, the Emir urged the people of Kano to use the period of…

Khadijah Aliyu The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially handed over the Dater Ward for Occupational Therapy to Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH). The center is part of ECOWAS’s mission to support its member states in treating and rehabilitating drug addicts. 13th ECOWAS Wrestling Tournament Concludes with Glamour The event marks a significant milestone in the fight against drug abuse. According to the Director of Humanitarian and Social Affairs ECOWAS, Dr. Sintiki Tarfa Ugbe, the project aims to have at least one national drug treatment center in each member state. Represented by the principal program officer, who…

Wasilah Ladan Georgia US- As the world convenes for the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69), the importance of digital inclusion in achieving gender equality is emphasized. Kano Anti-Corruption Chief Receives UN Honorary Ambassadorship The theme of CSW69, “Innovation and Technological Change, and Education in the Digital Age for Achieving Gender Equality and the Empowerment of All Women and Girls,” highlights the transformative potential of technology in narrowing the gender gap. Ambassador Catherine Utsalo stated that digital inclusion is not merely a matter of access; it encompasses broader aspects that are crucial for empowering women…

Adamu Yusuf A retiree and Former Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Kaduna Polytechnic (ASUP), Comrade Mustapha Yahaya Bida, has alleged the demolition of his house by the Presidential Implementation Committee (PIC). The Guardian gathered that the demolition was in spite of the restraining court order issued by Justice E. Andow of the Kaduna State High court. Kadpoly Property Land Grabbers Allegation: Court Reschedule Pre-trial Conference Consequently, Bida has threatened to file contempt charges against the PIC over the demolition of his property. Speaking to journalists, Bida lamented that despite court order, the desperate land grabbers destroyed his house…

Olufunmi Zainab The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has taken a significant step towards boosting economic growth in the country. The agency trained Business Membership Organisations (BMOs) and trade associations on business development and service provision . NAWOJ Partners SMEDAN on Women Empowerment In Nigeria The training, held in Kano, aimed to facilitate economic growth, create sustainable change in the business environment, and identify challenges hindering small business growth. SMEDAN’s Director General, Charles Odii, emphasized the crucial role MSMEs play in Nigeria’s economic development and growth. Represented by Jafar Bashir, State Manager of SMEDAN, explained that…

The Special Committee on the Revival of Kwankwasiyya and Amana City has conducted an inspection visit to the two cities to assess their physical condition and determine the necessary interventions for their full habitation. Kwankwasiyya, Amana City Revival Committee Conducts Inspection Speaking to newsmen during the visit, the Chairman of the Committee and Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, stated that the visit was in line with the committee’s mandate to ensure that all houses in the two cities are occupied, either by their owners or through tenancy. He commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his…

The Kano State Government KNSG has expressed its commitment to support the Better Education for Africa’s Rise (BEAR) III project, a joint initiative by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the Republic of Korea. Nigeria Partners CCECC to Strengthen Technical, Vocational Edu In a statement signed by Director Public Enlightenment Ministry of Education, Kano State Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru made available to newsmen. The project aims to enhance technical and vocational education across Africa, with a focus on strengthening technical and vocational education and training (TVET) systems. The project will focus on the agricultural sector, with an…

Data released by Save the Children ahead of the Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit in Paris shows that 1.12 billion children worldwide, nearly half of the global child population, are unable to afford a balanced diet. WOFAN’s Irrigation Initiative Increases Income, Improves Nutrition for Rural Farmers in Kano This was contained in a press statement titled “Healthy diet now unaffordable for nearly half of world’s children” issued to newsmen. The International aid agency warns that rising food prices and the increasing cost of living have forced millions of families to opt for cheaper, less nutritious food, putting children’s health and…

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has accepted the resignation of Maj. Gen. Muhammad Inuwa Idris (Rtd), the Commissioner for Internal Security and Special Services. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf expressed his gratitude to Maj. Gen. Idris for his service to the state, acknowledging his contributions to the ministry’s initial take-off. Court Orders Investigation into Alleged Affair Involving Sankara The governor described Maj. Gen. Idris as a dedicated public servant and a patriotic Nigerian, wishing him a peaceful and fulfilling retirement. Although his tenure was brief, Maj. Gen. Idris laid…

In a landmark achievement, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has successfully exported over 2 million barrels of jet fuel to the United States. This historic shipment underscores the refinery’s exceptional quality and its growing reputation as a reliable supplier of petroleum products to the global market. Fresh Petrol Hike Looms as Dangote Refinery Stops Sales in Naira According to data from ship-tracking service Kpler, six vessels carrying approximately 1.7 million barrels of jet fuel from the Dangote Refinery arrived at US ports in March. An additional vessel, the Hafnia Andromeda, is scheduled to arrive at the Everglades terminal with…

The Aliko Dangote Foundation has donated 35,000 bags of rice to the poor and vulnerable people of Katsina State. This is coming two weeks after it commenced the distribution of one million bags of rice worth N16billion across the 774 local government areas in Nigeria. Dangote Foundation Donates 80,000 Bags of Rice to Lagos State Representative of the Foundation, Mustapha Umar, disclosed this during the Katsina flag off on Tuesday at the Muhammad Dikko Stadium. Umar explained that the beneficiaries were selected across the 361 wards of the 34 Local Government Areas (LGA) of the state. He said that the…

Members of the African Health Budget Network (AHBN) Kano Community of Practice (CoP) on immunization budget tracking and accountability recently paid an advocacy visit to the Director General of the State Primary Healthcare Management Board (SPHCMB), Dr. Nasir Mahmud. CoP Visits Kano MoPB Advocates All Inclusive Immunization Policy The visit aimed to update the Director General on the activities of the CoP, share findings from the Immunization Budget Scorecard, and request improved access to immunization budget information. The CoP also sought to facilitate immunization budget releases in 2025. Dr. Musa Muhammad Bello, AHBN Zero Dose Learning Hub Project State Focal…

The Community of Practice on Immunization Budget Tracking, Accountability, and Sustainability CoP has called for an all-inclusive state immunization policy in Kano. This was part of recommendations by CoP during an advocacy visit to the Kano State Commissioner Ministry of Budget and Planning MoPB Alhaji Musa Suleiman Shanono. IWD:Kano CoP Urges Mothers, Caregivers to Prioritize Immunization The visit aims to advocate for increased funding and timely releases to address the issue of zero-dose children as well as an inclusive state immunization policy. Led by the state focal person for the AHBN Zero Dose Learning Hub project by Dr. Musa Muhammad…

My attention has been drawn to some publications with headlines suggesting that Kannywood rejected me because of my religion, and Nollywood because of my region. First of all, I did not grant any interview to any newspaper or publication in relation to this matter. How Ali Nuhu Became the King of Kannywood and Beyond However, to provide context: I was somewhat equivocal during a question-and-answer session at Nollywood in Hollywood in Los Angeles, California, USA, earlier this month, where I was asked about the challenges we encountered while making Mai Martaba and our journey to the Oscars. I mentioned issues…