Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has approved a monthly maintenance allowance of N200,000 for principals of secondary schools across the state. This decision was made during the Sokoto State 2025 citizens budget discussion held on Monday, and it’s aimed at improving the overall maintenance and functionality of secondary schools. The approval followed an appeal by the former deputy governor, Chiso Abdullahi, who emphasized the need for financial support to enable school principals to address immediate maintenance needs. The funds will cover repairs requiring services from carpenters, masons, and other workers. The disbursement of the allowance will commence by January…
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Najeeb G. Abdulhamid Over a decade of constant travel has made me intimately familiar with the inner workings of the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA). This isn’t just an airport to me—it’s a gateway that embodies the spirit of Kano. Through this article, I seek to celebrate its strengths, spotlight its challenges, and inspire those in power to elevate its standing. My observations come from a place of respect and hope, grounded in the belief that with intentional effort, MAKIA can set the standard for excellence. Let us begin with what MAKIA gets right: Professionalism Across the Workforce From…
Hon. Dr. Baffa Babba Dan’agundi, Director General of the National Productivity Centre, recently met with staff members to discuss progress and challenges facing the organization. This meeting marks the second of its kind, with plans to hold such meetings quarterly to address issues and support staff development. Dr. Dan’agundi expressed appreciation for the staff’s cooperation and hard work, acknowledging the new policies and benefits they’ve enjoyed under his leadership. Staff members, in turn, commended Dr. Dan’agundi for his innovative approaches and commitment to their welfare, including the payment of allowances and special care for families of deceased staff members. Dr.…
As the world marks 16 days of activism to eliminate violence against women, Hajiya Mairo Bello, Executive Director of Adolescent Health and Information Projects (AHIP), has emphasized the need for long-term investments in policies, strategies, and resources to protect women. She notes that violence against women and girls remains a pervasive human rights violation worldwide. To address this, Hajiya Mairo advocates for government support and resources, including domesticating gender policies, equal education and job opportunities, vocational training, and entrepreneurship skills to mitigate violence against women. Hajiya Mairo also highlights the importance of an adequate legal framework to reduce domestic violence.…
Dr. Isa Muhammad Inuwa Until when he finally courageously debuted into the limelight of the race in the Nigerian political race, Alhaji Inuwa had earlier been a long time silent achiever, ardent patriot and keen philanthropist of great measure. Typical of a tactful and astute combatant, Inuwa initially chose to build his profile, strategically behind the scene, churning out generous and humanitarian gestures to the poor and the needy in the society. Even though he headed and managed highly lucrative avenues in his career, he wasn’t the braggadocio type of people we witness nowadays in our midst, who take fancy…
WE ARE DISAPPOINTED AT THE BOT OF AREWA CONSULTATIVE FORUM (ACF) FOR SUSPENDING THE FORUM’S EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OVER COMMENT AGAINST TINUBU ANTI – PEOPLE POLICIES The Northern Youth Assembly (Majalisar Matasan Arewa), is exceptionally disappointed at the BOT Leadership of Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), for suspending the Chairman of the National Executive Council Mr. Mamman Mike Osuman, SAN. It has come to our notice that, Mr. Osuman was suspended for criticizing the Tinubu led administration’s anti – citizens’ policies, especially as it affects the innocent people of the North. It is really true that, the TINUBU led administration anti-people’s policies…
Kano state has expressed readiness to collaborate with Jam’iyar Matan Arewa to promote the welfare and empower women, children and people with special needs. The state Commissioner of the Ministry for Women, Children and the Disabled, Hajiya Aisha Lawan Saji Rano, made the indication while receiving members of jam’iar Matan Arewa in her office. She explained that the partnership aims to improve the lives of women, children and people with disabilities in the state. Commissioner Saji Rano reminded them that their actions have the power to shape the future and create a more just and equitable society. She encouraged them…
The pavilion of the Dangote Group at the ongoing 2024 Kano International Trade Fair has become Mecca of a sort, attracting a torrent of customers excited to make inquiries and purchases as the year winds down. Organized by the Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (KACCIMA), the fair, themed “Non-Oil Export for Economic Prosperity,” aligns closely with Dangote Group’s vision of economic diversification. A statement from the Branding and Corporate Communications Department of the Dangote Group said the Trade Fair, running from November 23 to December 7, 2024, has seen the Dangote pavilion actively engage visitors with designated…
The state of emergency on education in Kano state is receiving attention through the development of school infrastructure of both primary and secondary levels. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf declared a state of emergency on education in the state about six months ago with a pledge to revive the sector and reduce out-of-school children. The governor also promised to increase the number of teaching staff and provide learning materials. New classroom blocks and offices are currently undergoing construction in various schools across Kano state. For example, a one-story building of four classrooms with offices at Abubakar Yusuf Government Junior Secondary School…
In its quest to empower and transform rural communities, the women farmers advancement network WOFAN organized a capacity building titled Cross Multi-Functional Project Management and Inclusivity for Organisational Culture Change, held in Qatar. Participants were drawn across ten implementing states of the WOFAN ICON-2 project in Nigeria and the Southwestern state of Osun, as well as the academia, media and relevant stakeholders. Speaking to newsmen, the founder of the Women Farmers Advancement Network WOFAN, who doubles as the country director of the WOFAN ICON-2 project, Hajiya Dr. Salamatu Garba, explained that the training is like an exchange program between the…
Students of Special Education Secondary School Tudun Maliki, kano, are expected to compete in the 6th edition of the National deaf secondary schools football championship tagged:” A. A. Sule Cup 2024. The competition organized by the Nigeria Deaf Football Association was part of programs to promote inclusivity, empowerment and talent development among deaf students across the country. A statement signed by the Secretary General of the Association, Mr Nahemiah Daret, said the championship is expected to commence from December 5th to 15, 2024, at Lafia township stadium, Nasarawa state. He added that Governor A.A. Sule of Nasarawa state is expected…
In an effort to advance western Education on Girls, the Kano State Government in North West Nigeria, has engaged Imams on the development of key messages that will promotes Adolescent Girls Education in the state. The Imams were brought together At a workshop held at Bayero University Kano, Organized by Kano State Ministry of Education under the Adolescent Girls Initiatives for Learning and Empowerment AGILE project in collaboration with Civil Society Action Coalition on Education for All (CSACEFA). In a message to the Imams, the Commissioner of Education Haruna Doguwa represented by the Director Planning Yusha’u Hamza reiterated that, AGILE…
Khadijah Aliyu A team from the Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN) ICON-2 has successfully completed a transformative training program, marking a significant milestone in their journey to empower rural communities. The program has equipped the team with valuable insights and skills to enhance their approach to rural development. The training program, tagged “Cross-Functional Project Management and Inclusivity for Organizational Culture Change,” took place in Doha, Qatar, The one week training was organized by Prospects Development Services, sponsored by WOFAN ICON-2, and facilitated by Professor Joan Lockyer from the UK and Dr. Muhammed Evren Tok of Hamad Khalifa University. The program…
White heart development initiative in collaboration with Aminu Magashi Garba foundation has distributed learning materials to 150 pupils In Kano. White heart development initiative Executive director khadija Aliyu Ammani explained that, education needs to be included in humanitarian activities due to its significance in promoting sustainable the society. Miss Ammani pointed out that, kauyen Muhammadu and limawa pupils are the beneficiaries of the first project and are careful selected due to the challenge they face in acquiring quality education where writing materials and school uniforms serve as barriers in the process. “The government alone can’t do it without helping hands…
The WOFAN-ICON-2 agricultural extension stakeholders sponsored Agricultural Extension Service Bill, (SB.646) has scaled first reading at the floor of the Nigerian Senate. Sponsored by Senator Saliu Mustapha, the bill aims to strengthen agricultural extension services, enhance the productivity of smallholder farmers, and ensure food security in the nation. The bill aims to strengthen agricultural extension services that will support smallholder farmers to improve productivity and ensure food security in Nigeria. The bill aims to strengthen the capacity of extension workers to deliver advanced, technology-driven, and demand-oriented services. Senator Saliu Mustapha, explained that, the bill aims to ensure the effective implementation…
Aisha Ahmed Dutse- The Jigawa government and Sassakawa Africa Association (SSA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to encourage sustainable growth in the agricultural value chain. The Country Deputy Director, SSA, Dr Abdulhamid Gambo, told journalists on Friday in Dutse, that the agreement involved $100,000 agric intervention in the state. Gambo was in Dutse as part of the SSA Media Field Tour in the state. He said the agreement would strengthen ties with the state government towards building the capacity of farmers to enhance agricultural value chain. The director said the state government demonstrated commitment with the signing of…
Aisha Ahmed The Challenge Initiative (TCI), a Non-Governmental Organisation, has mobilised partners in Family Planning campaign in Jigawa, to introduce a new Social Behavior and Communication Strategy to improve acceptability. Mrs Blessing Muhammed, Programme Officer of the NGO, disclosed this at a review meeting held at the Manpower Development Institute in Dutse on Thursday. The programme manager said that the aim was to improve the coordination of the campaign in the state. She said: “The review meeting aims to collaborate and develop a work plan and implement the Social Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) strategy, based on the state developed plan.”…
Muslims faithful have been advised to acquire practical knowledge on how to perform Hajj to get rewards from God Almighty. A team leader on practical Hajj in Nassarawa local government area, Malam Yau Garba Sulaiman, stated this while briefing the students of the Arabic department of Maryam Idris Umar College of Education, Kano, on excursion visit to the Kano Hajj Demonstration site. Malam Sulaiman explained that seeking knowledge of every aspect of Islam before practising them, especially the performance of Hajj and other relatedted Ibadat, is very significant for the Muslims ummah. A statement signed by the college’s head of…
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and Bafarawa Foundation have commended efforts of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for rehabilitation and reuniting the 76 Kano teenagers with their families. The two organisations made the commendation Thursday during the official handing over of the children to their families two weeks after medical evaluation and reformation of the children at Muhammadu Buhari Specialists Hospital, Kano. In a statement by Governor’s spokesperson Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, UNICEF, Chief of Field Office, Mr. Michael Banda applauded commitment of the state government for prioritizing the health and welfare of the teenagers. According to the statement, Banda said…
Kabiru Haruna The Head of Civil Service, Kano State, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, has committed to the full implementation of the newly reviewed Civil Service Rules and Scheme of Service. This move aims to revitalize the state’s Civil Service for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness. According to Aliyu Yusuf, Director of Public Enlightenment, Office of the Head of Civil Service, Kano State, the Head of Service received three volumes of the reviewed documents from the committee tasked with the assignment, chaired by retired Permanent Secretary Alhaji Farouk Lawan Yola. Alhaji Musa highlighted the necessity of the updates, emphasizing that the changes were…