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Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has urged Special Reporters SR and Senior Special Reporters SSR to step up their efforts in sharing information about the state’s development projects. He made the appeal during a meeting with the reporters, where Waiya emphasized the need to enhance their functions and address operational challenges. Waiya Launches Gov Yusuf Projects Promotion Kwankwasiyya X Waiya assured the reporters that the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs will provide necessary training, equipment, and welfare support to facilitate their duties. He also stressed the importance of clear communication and collaboration…

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun decorated nineteen (19) Senior Police Officers with their new ranks amidst cheers from families, friends, and well-wishers. The decoration ceremony saw the elevation of three (3) Commissioners of Police to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police. The newly decorated AIGs include AIG Garba Ahmed, AIG Nemi Edwin Osigoboka Iwo, and AIG Salman Garba Dogo. IGP Presents Insurance Cheques to Families of Fallen Officers In addition, sixteen (16) Deputy Commissioners of Police were promoted to the substantive rank of Commissioners of Police. The decorated CPs include CP Cyriacus Enechukwu, CP Gombit Bangs,…

The Nigeria Customs Service Technical and Hangar Services Limited (NCT&HSL) successfully held its inaugural Annual General meetimg AGM in Abuja. The event brought together key stakeholders from the aviation, customs, and logistics industries to discuss operational development and expansion of aviation services. Nigeria Customs Service Generates ₦6.1 Trillion Revenue in 2024 Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi praised the company’s achievements, noting significant progress since the inauguration of its board last year. He expressed confidence in the company’s investments, citing a recent visit to the hangar where he observed busy operations. The Ministry of Finance has expressed interest in further investing…

Microsoft has announced a $1 million (N1.6 billion) investment in Nigeria over the next two years to strengthen the country’s artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. Ola Williams, Microsoft’s Managing Director for Nigeria and Ghana, made the announcement at the AI Nigeria Tour in Lagos. Kano Aims to Become AI Hub, Collaborates with Tech Companies Williams, who was joined by the President of Microsoft Africa, Lilian Bernard, said the investment was aimed at positioning Nigeria as a leading AI hub in Africa. The initiative includes training one million Nigerians in AI and other emerging technologies while supporting job creation, with more than…

The House of Representatives has taken a decisive step to probe the shocking allegations made by US Congressman Scott Perry, claiming that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is funneling funds to Boko Haram and other terrorist groups globally. The motion, moved by Inuwa Garba from Gombe State, expressed deep concern over the devastating impact of Boko Haram’s activities on Nigeria’s sovereignty since 2009, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives and widespread destruction of properties. USAID Faces Drastic Cuts:Thousands of Employees Placed on Leave In response to the motion, the House resolved to establish a special…

The Nigerian Mining & Geosciences Society (NMGS) has honored Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of NNPC Ltd., with its Distinguished Ambassador Award. Kyari, a Fellow of the Society, received the award at a Dinner/Awards Night held in Abuja, marking the end of the NMGS’ 60th Conference and Exhibition. PETROAN Honours NNPC Ltd Mele Kyari With Exceptional Award The two-day conference, themed “Transformation of the Mineral, Energy, Water, and Construction Sectors through Innovation,” brought together experts to discuss mining industry reforms, policy enhancements, and the importance of geosciences in national development. NNPC Ltd. Boosts Domestic Gas Supply Expands…

Kabiru Haruna The Kano State Government has announced a strategic partnership with Muslim Charity For United Kingdom to enhance Islamic education in the state. The collaboration aims to support Islamiyya schools with modern learning materials and improve overall educational standards. AGILE Inaugurates 2nd Chance Education Center Gwarzo LGA Kano According to Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru, Director of Public Enlightenment, Ministry of Education, Kano State, this initiative aligns with the government’s broader efforts to strengthen the education sector. He emphasized that the partnership will help address critical challenges facing Islamic education and ensure that Islamiyya schools receive the necessary support for effective…

Khadijah Aliyu A non governmental organization NGO, the Population Services International (PSI) Nigeria has launched the Menstrual Health (MH-NOW) project in Kano State, aimed at addressing the challenges faced by adolescent girls and young women during their menstrual periods. The project, which focuses on promoting awareness and providing solutions to menstrual health issues, targets girls aged 10-24 with accurate information and support. Menstrual Hygiene Day:NAWOJ YOSPIS Sensitizes Kano Students According to the senior Program Manager and Team Lead on Menstrual Health at PSI Nigeria, Dr. Abdulhamid Adediran, menstrual health is a critical aspect of adolescent and young women’s lives. He…

The Kano State Government KNSG has expressed its commitment to the Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer program, a flagship initiative of the Federal Government of Nigeria and the World Bank. The state Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children, and Disable Hajiya Amina Abdullahi,reaffirmed the state government’s support for the program during a meeting with the Kano State Cash Transfer Unit. FG Urges Retailers to Adjust Prices Amid Market Fluctuations She emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in the program’s implementation. KNSG Partners Friday Mosque Imams to Enhance Moral Standards The Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer program aims to improve the…

Ibrahim Ibrahim The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged the Jigawa State Government to expedite the passage of the revised Social Protection Bill into law to tackle widespread child poverty in the state. Speaking at the launch and dissemination of the Jigawa General Household Survey at the Government House in Dutse, Mr. Rahama Rihood Mohammed Farah, Chief of the UNICEF Field Office in Kano. UNICEF Strengthens Support To Improve Breastfeeding In Jigawa Represented by Micheal Banda, emphasized the urgent need for legislative action to address the problem. Farah highlighted alarming statistics, revealing that 89.4% of children in Jigawa State…

Kano State Executive Council has approved the sum of N33,455,431,626.56 for the execution of various development projects across the state. Briefing newsmen on the outcome of the meeting, the Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, stated that the Council approved the settlement of nine-month allowances for 2,369 screened street sweepers under the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change at N426,420,000.00. Kano House Of Assembly Passes 2025 Budget He added that the Council also approved N109,070,000.00 for the procurement and distribution of UTME/JAMB forms, including the screening, registration, and training of prospective candidates under the Ministry of…

Kano, Nigeria – The Public Complaints Commission (PCC) in Kano has announced that it resolved 14,588 cases in 2024, out of 17,347 cases carried over from 2023. The commission has 2,759 pending cases. Hajiya Aisha Aliyu, State Director of Investigation, revealed this information during an exclusive interview. She emphasized that the commission handles cases professionally and impartially, regardless of factors like religion, gender, or ethnicity. EFCC Probes Complaints Over Public Auction of Forfeited Vehicles The majority of cases addressed by the commission involved pension issues, non-payment of allowances, land encroachments, and related matters. To enhance staff capacity, the commission organized…

Kano, Nigeria – After a meeting convened by the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-corruption Commission PCACC, the state government and the Master Bakers and Caterers Association of Nigeria, Kano State Chapter, have reached an agreement on the price of bread. The agreement comes on the heels of a reduction in the price of flour, which had led to calls for a corresponding decrease in the price of bread. Gov Namadi’s Ramadan Feeding Program: A Heartfelt Initiative However, the bakers association argued that the reduction in flour prices was not enough to warrant a decrease in bread prices, considering the…

Abuja, Nigeria – The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) has commenced a two-day capacity-building workshop for its senior staff, aimed at enhancing their professionalism, leadership, and management skills. The workshop, which began on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, was declared open by Senator Hussain Babangida Uba, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the North West Development Commission. Kano Assembly NILDS Organizes Schools Quiz Competition In his remarks, Senator Uba commended Professor Abubakar O. Sulaiman, Director General of NILDS, for his unwavering commitment to staff development and the Institute’s growth. Professor Sulaiman, in his presentation titled “Building Professionalism, Leadership,…

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has announced the removal of the product registration certificate requirement for cargo cleaning. This move aims to facilitate trade and import cleaning, making it easier for businesses to operate. The announcement was made by the Director General of SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okere, during a sensitization campaign in Kano. NOA, NAFDAC Warn Traders Against Using Chemicals for Food The campaign, themed “The Importance of Standardisation in Growing Your Business and Ensuring Safety,” targeted freight forwarders, importers, exporters, and small business owners. SON also reported a significant achievement in its enforcement activities, confiscating fake products…

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has pledged to fully implement the recommendations of the Committee of Inquiry on the End Bad Governance Protest held on August 1, 2024. Receiving the report from the committee’s chairman, Justice Lawan Wada (rtd.), during the 25th Kano State Executive Council meeting at Government House, the governor also announced that a white paper would be issued, identifying those responsible for sponsoring and perpetrating the violent protest. A statement released by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday confirmed the development. Kano Inaugurates Panel of Inquiry on End Bad Governance Protest According…

The Kano Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes ACReSAL received a team of consultants engaged by the ACReSAL project to support its efforts in assessing the project interventions under Component C across the participating states. The team, led by Dr. Paul Andrew Gwaza, met with key staff of the State Project Management Unit (SPMU) and shortly afterward headed out to visit the project intervention sites within the State Metropolitan area. Kano-ACReSAL Constructs Five Additional Solar Boreholes The team has interfaced with beneficiary institutions, inquiring about the nature of the interventions provided by the project, expectations regarding quality and quantity, as well…

The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has made history by establishing the Kano State Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC), Nigeria’s first state-level CDC. This landmark legislation marks a significant paradigm shift in the state’s approach to public health, demonstrating Governor Yusuf’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of Kano State citizens. Hand Washing Food Hygiene Key to Preventing Cholera-KNCDC The KNCDC model is a testament to the governor’s promise to prioritize public health. By fostering collaboration among government agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations, the KNCDC ensures a coordinated and comprehensive response to public health challenges.…

Nura Bala Ajingi The Kano State branch of the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) has expressed concern over the activities of illegal and private transportation companies and motor parks, citing them as a threat to security in the state. Alhaji Jibril Mustafa, Chairman of the Kano State RTEAN, disclosed this in an interview, stressing the need for government intervention to safeguard lives and property. Kano State Expands CNG Fleet Strengthen NLC Collaboration He called on the government to force illegal operators to join recognized unions, such as RTEAN, NURTW, and NARTO, to restore order in the transportation sector.…

Ibrahim Ibrahim The Federal Government has urged retailers and traders to adjust their prices to reflect current market realities, emphasizing the need for fairness in easing the financial burden on Nigerians. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, issued this warning while speaking at the 2025 Wheat Farmers Green Field Day in Dabi Village, Ringim Local Government Area, Jigawa State. FWF Writes Tinubu Calls For Reversal Of Petrol Pump Price According to the minister, the Federal Government is aware of the significant drop in the prices of essential commodities such as flour, sugar, rice, and spaghetti across…