The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Kano Territorial Office, in collaboration with Nigerian Air Space Management Agency organized a planning meeting. According to the NEMA Kano Jigawa Territorial office coordinator Dr. Nura Abdullahi The meeting was part of preparations for the forthcoming Plane Crash Search and Rescue (SAR) Mock Simulation Exercise. He stressed that, the initiative aims to strengthen the response capabilities of relevant stakeholders in Kano State, ensuring efficient and coordinated action in the event of an emergency. The coordinator highlighted that, the planning meeting was designed to: 1. Outline the scope and objectives of the SAR Mock Simulation…
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The attention of Ambassador Ibrahim Waiya, Executive Director of Citizens for Development and Education (CDE), has been drawn to a misleading press release circulating on social media platforms. In a statement signed by the media aide to Ambassador Waiya Bashir A. Bashir and made available to newsmen. The statement explained that, the release, allegedly signed by Alhaji Hamisu Isa Sherifai, claims that the Kano Civil Society Forum (KCSF) Board of Trustees (BOT) has suspended Ambassador Waiya from membership. “We wish to categorically state that the BOT has no powers to suspend or dismiss any bonafide member of KCSF without due…
The Kano State children took over the Kano state house of Assembly for one and half hours to celebrate the world children’s day. The plenary session was presided over by the speaker 15 year old Muhammed Isah. The members of the children’s assembly were selected from different schools across the state, representing the 40 members of the kano state house of assembly. During the special session they called on the Kano state government to provide adequate security in all schools across the state. Presenting a motion on the floor of the house, Nafisa Sale representing Rano constituency, said the rise…
The National Industrial Court, Abuja Division, has scheduled December 13, 2024, for ruling on a motion seeking to halt the National Elections of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ). The elections are part of the 8th Triennial Delegates Conference, slated for November 27, 2024, in Owerri, Imo State. The legal challenge was initiated by Abdulwaheed Adubi, who argued that the tenure of the current NUJ leadership ended on October 6, 2024. During the Wednesday proceedings, the presiding judge, Justice Olufunke Anuwe, refused to issue an intermediate injunction, emphasizing that the court would address the matter on the set date. “This…
Kabiru Haruna The Kano State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation has made significant strides in advancing its 2025 humanitarian and poverty alleviation agenda. A high-level delegation led by the Honourable Commissioner, Hajiya Amina Abdullahi Sani, met with Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, at his Lagos residence to deliberate on the proposed humanitarian interventions trust fund and poverty alleviation bank. Discussions also centered on achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Kano State, particularly addressing poverty, child mortality, and school dropout rates. According to Halima Sani Gadanya, Director of Public Enlightenment at the Ministry, the meeting with…
As the world observes International Children’s Day on November 20th, the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore, has made efforts to support all children in Kano. In a press statement signed and issued to newsmen by spokesperson Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, Falgore, represented by the Deputy Clerk of the House, Alhaji Nasiru Magaji, emphasized the importance of investing in children. He stated that with proper empowerment, Nigerian children have the potential to achieve great success in the future, possess potential that, if properly harnessed, will create a better society. “That’s why we’re actively working as…
The executive director of Adolescent Health and Information Projects AHIP Hajiya Mairo Bello, has urged the government, parents and relevant stakeholders to prioritize children’s well-being and access to education. This is contained in a statement to commemorate the world children’s day 2024. She described education as the backbone of any meaningful development hence the need to provide children with opportunities that will develop them in various aspects. The executive director encouraged parents to take a more active role in their children’s educational journey and listen to and support them in their quest for a brighter future. “By engaging with children…
The Kano Ministry of Humanitarian and Poverty Alleviation has taken a significant step towards addressing the challenges faced by the state. The ministry held a stakeholder meeting to set the agenda for a five-year strategy plan, which aims to tackle issues such as climate change, flooding, food security, and youth restlessness. These issues have far-reaching consequences, including hindering healthcare delivery, degrading the environment, affecting education, and displacing people from their homes and workplaces. The commissioner, Hajiya Amina Abdullahi, highlighted that Kano’s borders with other northwestern states are experiencing banditry and insecurity challenges. She hinted that, this has led to a…
The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, says the federal government will be taking a more serious approach to address the issue of open defecation, as the environmental ministry will deploy all regulatory framework to ensure adequate enforcement of sanitation laws in Nigeria. Lawal made the declation while commemorating the 2024 world Toilet day WTD in Kano, organized by the federal ministry of environment in collaboration with the Kano state ministry of environment and climate change with supporting partners. The world Toilet Day (WTD) is an official United Nations international observance day on 19 November to inspire action to tackle the…
The Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has established a seven-man committee to organize the 8th Triennial National Delegates Conference in Owerri, Imo State. The conference is scheduled for November 26-28, 2024. Comrade Usman Bello will chair the committee, which includes Comrade Lurwanu Idris Malikawa Garu, Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim, Uba Abdullahi, Mustapha Gambo, and Hauwa Zahradeen as members. The committee aims to ensure a successful and seamless conference.
The Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry,Mines and Agriculture (KACCIMA), says 300 companies from within and outside Nigeria are expected to participate in its 45th International Trade Fair scheduled to hold between Nov.23 and Dec. 7, 2024. Alhaji Garba Imam, the President, KACCIMA, disclosed this in Kano. According to him, foreign companies are expected from other countries including India, Niger Republic among others. Imam explained that the chamber had put the necessary facilities on ground to ensure a successful event. “We are expecting 300 participants. The gate fee is free for visitors to enable many people visit the event” The Kaccima…
Stakeholders in Kano on Tuesday appealed to the State Government to address the challenges bedeviling education to ensure the success of the State of Emergency it declared in the sector. The State Government had declared a State of Emergency on education in order to address the decay in the sector and restore it to the path of development. The challenges, according to the stakeholders, include inadequate furniture, teaching and learning materials, toilet facilities as well as dearth of classrooms and teaching staff in primary and secondary schools across the state. The concerned citizens whom include parents teachers and students, made…
The Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar A. Namadi, has lifted the suspension of Auwalu Dalladi Sankara, the Commissioner for Special Duties, effective immediately. The initial suspension was due to Sankara’s alleged involvement in an incident reported to the Kano State Hisbah Board. However, the suspension has been lifted as Sankara has been discharged and acquitted by an Upper Shari’ah Court in Kano State
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has received two awards for his exemplary leadership in providing security and public service to the people of Borno State. The award, tagged “Nigeria’s Pride Award,” was jointly organised by Beauty of Nigeria TV, Africa Leadership Scorecard, and the Nationwide Reporters. Governor Zulum, who doubled as the special guest of honour, was represented by his special adviser on media, Alhaji Dauda Iliya. Alhaji Dauda Iliya was accompanied by Abdurrahman Ahmed Bundi, Zulum’s Senior Special Assistant on New Media. The two awards, “Best Governor on Security” and “Most People Oriented Governor” were presented by the…
President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has expressed his support for the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, an initiative championed by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil . At the 19th G20 Leaders Summit, Tinubu praised the Initiative, calling it a “bold and visionary step” towards addressing hunger and poverty globally. He emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to eradicating poverty and achieving zero hunger, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Tinubu also stressed the need for United Nations Security Council reform and Nigeria’s readiness to represent Africa in the council. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of global taxation reform…
The Kano State government KNSG has taken a significant step towards strengthening healthcare delivery in the state. A 3-day workshop was organized by the Ministry of Health to review the law that established the Drug and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA) The workshop, which took place from November 16 to 18, 2024, aimed to renew the DMCSA’s legal framework and align it with current global trends in healthcare supply chain management. The Commissioner of the Ministry of Health expressed the state government’s determination to make policies that will enhance the health sector, and the Chairman House Committee on Health assured…
Khadijah Aliyu Open defecation is the act of passing faeces in fields, bushes, water bodies, markets, and any other open space available. Poor water sanitation and hygiene WASH facilities or open defecation is very vast and powerful to force all stakeholders sit up to make efforts to address the situation, as it Is increasingly becoming comprehensible that poor sanitation leads to poor health and unnecessary deaths, every people is dying due to water-related problems. A Research by UNICEF in 2012 indicates that, Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) increases life skills and mobilizes communities, governments, parents, and institutions to improve WASH…
The Kano state government KNSG has called on Nigerians to desist from open defecation saying it has a huge impact on human health and the environment. The state Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Alhaji Nasiru Sule Garo, made the call during a road walk as part of activities to mark the 2024 International Toilet Day in Kano, which will be hosted by the Kano state government on 19th November. Celebrated on 19th November every year, the world toilet day is about inspiring action to tackle the global sanitation crisis and reach the 3.5 billion people still living without safely…
Khadijah Aliyu Servicom, has kicked off a two-day seminar with the goal of enhancing service delivery standards across various ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). The seminar aims to create a platform for stakeholders to share best practices, engage in peer reviews, discuss challenges, and explore innovative solutions to improve service effectiveness. In her opening remarks, Servicom’s National Coordinator and CEO, Nnena Akajemeli, emphasized the importance of prioritizing quality service delivery in MDAs. She highlighted that this two-day training is an annual strategy to fulfill the government’s mandate and ensure sectorial networking on service delivery. The seminar brought together high-volume service…
The Kano State government has taken a significant step towards ensuring the safety of its riverine communities by approving the procurement of life jackets. This move is aimed at protecting the lives and properties of people in areas prone to boat mishaps. According to the Information Officer, Ministry of Transportation, Ibrahim Adamu Kofar Nassarawa, the government has witnessed several boat accidents in local communities, necessitating immediate action. To address this, the government will distribute life jackets to riverine communities as part of its efforts to reduce boat mishaps. The ministry plans to collaborate with affected local governments to conduct a…