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The Bank of Industry (BOI) has announced a strategic partnership with the Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) to bolster agricultural innovation and capacity building in the region. CDA BUK Partners UK-Based Tech Firm to Revolutionize Farming Practices in Nigeria This collaboration will focus on providing access to finance, operationalizing the CDA’s Regional Agri-business Innovation Hub (RAIHub), and facilitating knowledge transfer to empower farmers and entrepreneurs. The Bank of Industry Limited (BOI) is Nigeria’s oldest, largest and most successful Development Financing Institution (DFI). Food Security: AFDB Partners CDA On Climate Adaption Enterpre. It exists to facilitate the transformation of Nigeria’s industrial…

The Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) at Bayero University Kano has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative to transform farming practices in Nigeria. Food Security: AFDB Partners CDA On Climate Adaption Enterpre. In collaboration with KanoTec Solutions, a UK-based technology company, and York St John University, CDA will spearhead research in precision agriculture, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance productivity and sustainability in dryland regions. At the heart of this partnership is KanoTec Solutions’ Data Platform for Precision Agriculture (DPA), an advanced system that integrates the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud computing. This platform empowers farmers with real-time…

The Federal Government has established Nigerian Girls Secondary School In Kano South, Rano Local Government, as part of effort to support girls child education in the state. President Bola Tinubu Commended for Supporting Fallen Heroes The Chairman of the House committee on Air Force, Federal House of Representatives, Alhassan Rurum disclosed this to Journalists in Kano. Student Dies as Diphtheria Outbreak Hits Kano School He said the project focused on establishing a boarding school to support girl’s child education not only in his Rano, Bunkure/Kibiya Constituency, but the entire country at large. President Bola Tinubu Commended for Supporting Fallen Heroes…

The Kano State Police Command has announced the arrest of six suspected mobile phone thieves who have been terrorizing residents in Kano Metropolis. According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the suspects were arrested between January 11th and 15th, 2025, by a team of police operatives attached to the Special Intervention Squad (SIS) of the Command’s Criminal Investigation Department. Police Foil Human Trafficking Attempt, Rescue 59 Children The suspects, identified as Bashir Isah, Isyaku Bala, Mudansir Ayuba, Muzambil Abdullahi, Ibrahim Mohammed, and Hassan Sagir, confessed to disguising themselves as tricycle riders and stealing…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emphasized the importance of global collaboration in achieving sustainable development, stressing that no single nation can walk the road to sustainability alone. Tinubu Arrives Saudi Arabia For Joint Arabic Islamic Summit Speaking at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in the United Arab Emirates, President Tinubu declared that global interconnectedness demands collective action, knowledge sharing, and mutual support. He noted that the fight against climate change is not merely an environmental necessity but a global economic opportunity to reshape the trajectory of the continent and the global energy landscape. President Tinubu Congratulates US 47th President…

Mustapha Alfanla -Kwara Kwara State Governor and the Chairman Governors’ forum, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq laid the wreath at the cenotaph of the unknown soldier on Wednesday, January 15. President Tinubu Honors Armed Forces on 2025 Remembrance Day A nationwide activity that concludes the weeks-long commemoration of the Nigerian Armed Forces Remembrance Day. The Governor also freed the white pigeons, another symbolic gesture that signifies Nigeria’s commitment to peace and harmony following a 30-month civil war in which multitudes of soldiers and civilians died across the country. Armed Forces Remembrance Day: KNSG Donates N10 Million He was joined at the solemn event…

Nasiru Bala Aminu Ja’o’ji, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano, recently paid a courtesy visit to Vice President Kashim Shettima at his residence in the presidential villa, Abuja. 1,000 Youths, Women Benefit From Ja’oji’s Empowerment Program During the visit, they discussed issues crucial to the development of the party in Kano and the northern region. Vice President Shettima praised Ja’o’ji for his empowerment programs in Kano State last year, which demonstrated his commitment to human capital development. Zamfara APC Chapter Moves To Strengthen Unity Among Members He noted that the party is proud of young leaders…

Alhaji Kabiru Dahiru Sule, the representative of Tarauni constituency, has flagged off a series of projects aimed at improving the standard of living and quality healthcare delivery in the area Kano Assembly Approves Construction Of Drainage At Tarauni LGA The projects include the construction of a health center at Ja’oji Primary Healthcare PHC and drainage at Gyadi Gaudi Arewa, as well as a maternity ward, laboratory and toilet at Gaydi Gyadi Kudu. Speaking during the flag-off, Alhaji Kabiru explained that the project is in line with the mission and vision of promoting education and ensuring effective healthcare delivery. Tarauni Lawmaker…

Kabiru Haruna In a decisive step towards addressing challenges in the education sector, the Kano State Government has inaugurated a 14-member committee tasked with reviewing existing education policies. Kano Education Commissioner Inaugurates New K-SAFE Executives This initiative follows the recent declaration of a State of Emergency on Education and underscores the government’s commitment to reforming the sector. Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda Vows to Boost Education Sector The inauguration ceremony took place on Wednesday at the Kano Educational Resource Department (KERD) Conference Hall, where Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, the State Commissioner of Education, represented Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Kano Prioritizes Education,…

Àdo Salisu The Chairman of Gombe State Athletics Association (GSAA), Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe has made public the list of notable officials to officiate at the 2025 Gombe Inter Secondary School Athletics Competition. Over 3500 Athletes Set For Gombe Inter-Schools Championship Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, in a press statement issued on Wednesday, named 12 top athletics officials with vast experience in managing big athletics events headed by Honourable Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe will take charge of the competition. New Facilities Unveiled for Gombe Inter-Schools Competition Hon. Gara Gombe, a former board member of Nigeria Football Association now Nigeria Football…

Kabiru Haruna In a heartfelt tribute on the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu paid homage to the gallant men and women of Nigeria’s Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the nation’s territorial integrity and global peace. Armed Forces Remembrance Day: KNSG Donates N10 Million Acknowledging their bravery and selflessness, President Tinubu urged Nigerians to honor these sacrifices by supporting officers, veterans, and the families of fallen heroes. He emphasized that their welfare and well-being remain a collective responsibility. The President reaffirmed the government’s commitment to modernizing military equipment and enhancing coordination within…

A reunion dinner for former members of the Kano State 2023 Health Transition Committee hosted by its former Chairman, Dr Aminu Magashi Garba, at the AHBN Building. Kano State Earmarks 3BN For Ministry Of Humanitarian Affairs In a pleasant and enjoyable atmosphere, the former members of the committee dined, interacted and shared success stories/challenges of the Kano State Government under the leadership of the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. In his welcome remarks, the host, Dr Magashi commended Gov Abba Kabir Yusuf led administration for implementing the recommendations provided by the former Transition Health Committee…

A bird flu outbreak has been confirmed in Kano State, Nigeria, resulting in the death of 32 birds. The outbreak was first detected on December 7, 2024, when a young man brought a dead guinea fowl to the Gwale Veterinary Clinic. No Cause for Alarm: Kano Government Addresses Bird Flu Rumors After a presumptive diagnosis, the bird’s sample was sent to the National Veterinary Reference Laboratory in Jos, where the disease was confirmed to be bird flu . The State Commissioner of Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, confirmed the outbreak and assured that the situation is under control. To prevent…

The Kano State Universal Basic Education Board (SuBEB) has organized a two-day training seminar for retired teachers. The seminar, which took place at the Board’s main conference hall, aimed to enhance the post-retirement life of the participants. SUBEB UNICEF Organizes Workshop To Boost ECCDE Funding The event was attended by distinguished guests, including Alhaji Wada Ibrahim Daho, the permanent member of the Board, and Hajiya Amina Umar, the Board secretary. Representing the Executive Chairman of SuBEB, Mal Yusuf Kabir, Alhaji Wada Ibrahim Daho commended the initiative and expressed the Kano State government’s commitment to improving the welfare of retired workers.…

Almajirai da ƴan jari-bola mazauna babban birnin tarayya Abuja da suka hada har da kananan ƴan kasuwa, da sauransu, sun shigar da kara akan ministan Abuja, Nyesom Wike, inda su ka bukaci ya biya su diyyar Naira miliyan 500 bisa zargin sa da tauye ƴancin su na yan ƙasa. Kotun Daukaka Kara ta kama Trump da laifin Cin Zarafin Yarjarida Wani lauya mai suna Abba Hikima ne ya shigar da karar mai lamba FHC/ABJ/CS/1749/3024 a gaban mai shari’a James Omotosho na wata babbar kotun tarayya da ke Abuja a madadin rukunin mutanen. Hikima, wanda aka ambata a matsayin mai shigar…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing its 2024 revenue target by generating an impressive ₦6.1 trillion, a significant increase over the projected ₦5.08 trillion. NCS Enugu Command Records Highest Revenue Collection in 2024 This achievement was announced by Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, during a media briefing on the Service’s 2024 activities. NCS Receives 573,519 Applications for 2024-2025 Recruitment According to Adeniyi, the NCS exceeded its target by ₦1.26 trillion, a testament to its enhanced operational efficiency. However, the CGC noted that the Service conceded ₦1.622 trillion under the federal government’s import duty exemption…

Former Governor of Sokoto State, Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, has resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to focus on a youth movement aimed at empowering young Nigerians. Rikicin PDP: Gwamnonin PDP sun bayyana Matsayarsu In a letter addressed to the PDP National Chairman, dated January 8, 2025, Bafarawa described his decision as “deeply personal and difficult,” but necessary to align with his vision of empowering the youth. “I have recently dedicated myself to a new youth movement that seeks to inspire, empower, and transform the lives of our young people, who are the bedrock of our nation’s future,” Bafarawa stated.…

Yayin da fargabar samun ɓarkewar annobar murar tsuntsaye a Kano ke ci gaba, gwamnatin jihar ta buƙaci al’umma da su kwantar da hankalinsu tare da kai rahoton duk wani zargi da ake da shi game da cutar ga hukumomin da abin ya shafa. No Cause for Alarm: Kano Government Addresses Bird Flu Rumors Raɗe-raɗin ɓullar annobar ya bayyana ne sakamakon wani rahoton da aka samu a watan Disamba na 2024 cewa wani matashi ɗan ƙaramar hukumar Gwale ya sayo agwagwa a kasuwar Janguza da ke ƙaramar hukumar Tofa ya haɗa ta da kajin da yake kiwo. Nigeria’s Livestock Industry Attracts…

The Kano state government has urged residents to remain calm amid rumors of a bird flu outbreak. According to the commissioner for health , the rumor started after a young man from Gwale LGA introduced a duck to his stock, which led to the death of 35 out of 50 birds. L-PRES Organizes Workshop On Improving Livestock Production “He then decided to bring a sample to Gwale Veterinary Clinic for diagnosis, of which, the bird flu virus was confirmed on the samples” He pointed out that, the bird flu virus was confirmed, and the state Ministry of Agriculture took proactive…

Aisha Ahmed Dutse- Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NiPR) has awarded Gov. Umar Namadi of Jigawa State with an Award for Excellence in Food Security and conferred him with the honour of Patron of the Institute. In his remarks before the investiture, the President and Chairman of the Council of the Institute, Dr Ike Neliaku, said the decision for the award was conceived a year ago at the Institute’s Diamond anniversary. NIPR Takes Center Stage at National Council Meeting Neliaku said that the Institute conducted an in-depth investigation on Namadi’s effort in food security to ensure awarding the appropriate person…