The chairman of the House Standing Education Committee Kano state house of assembly, Alhaji Sulaiman Mukhtar Ishaq, says an Ak-47 rifle and live ammunition were found at Maikwatashi Secondary School Nasarawa local government area. Mukhtar, who doubles as member Representing the Madobi constituency, made the disclosure while presenting a report during plenary presided over by the speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore. According to him, earlier member Representing Nasarawa constituency Alhaji Yusuf Bello Aliyu raised a motion in September 2024 calling on the state government to relocate and reconstruct Maikwatashi secondary school. He pointed out that, during deliberations it was agreed…
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Kabiru Haruna The concept of money, a universal language understood across cultures and borders, has been a driving force behind human progress. However, its impact on society has been a mixed blessing. Since its inception as a medium of exchange, money has facilitated economic growth and development, yet it has also introduced complexities and challenges. From Barter to Digital Money: The Evolution of Trade The ancient method of barter, where goods and services were exchanged for other goods and services, had limitations. The difficulty in storing value, lack of standardization, and limited scalability hindered economic growth. The advent of commodity-based…
The Federal Government has handed over 64 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to representatives of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). When deployed for commuter service, the buses will significantly reduce transportation costs in the country, bringing hope for a more affordable and efficient public transport system. The handover of the buses took place on Sunday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary. The Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, led the government delegation…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is confident that it can increase crude oil production from 1.7 million barrels per day to 3 million, says Chief Corporate Communications Officer Olufemi Soneye. Speaking in Abuja on Saturday, at a Stakeholders Engagement Session with National Assembly journalists, Soneye emphasised that achieving this goal required support from all stakeholders, including security agencies, government, privately-owned oil companies, and host communities. He said that President Bola Tinubu’s directives to relevant security agencies have already yielded positive results, with daily oil production rising from 1.4 million to 1.7 million barrels. Soneye noted that synergy among…
The Aminu Magashi Garba AMG Foundation has honored nine (9) frontline health workers in Kano for their outstanding performance in the discharge of their primary duties of serving humanity and saving lives. In a statement signed by the director of operations of AMG Foundation Jalo Sulaiman The statement pointed out that the awardees were drawn from Gwale, Gwarzo, Garun Malam, Kumbotso, Kano Municipal, Nassarawa, Rano, and Tudun Wada local governments after scrutiny. Presenting the 3rd Dr. Aminu Magashi Annual Award of Excellence for Frontline Health Workers 2024, to the nine winners, Dr. Magashi commended them for their passion and commitment…
Manajan Daraktan Gidan Rediyon Jihar Kano, Kwamaret Abubakar Adamu Rano, ya bayyana aniyarsa ta farfado da martabar gidan rediyon . Abubakar Rano ya jaddada cewa aikin gidan Radio Kano ya wuce yada labarai da shirye-shirye kawai; yana aiki a matsayin wata cibiyar koyar da aikin jarida. Rano ya bayyana haka ne a lokacin da yake karbar bakuncin shugabannin kungiyar ‘yan jarida ta Najeriya reshen Kano, a ziyarar ban girma da shugaban kungiyar, Kwamared Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi ya jagorancin yan tawagarsa suka kai gidan Radio Kano. Bugu da kari, ya bayyana cewa manufarsa ita ce mayar da gidan Radio zuwa babbar…
Alhaji Auwalu Malami, Interim Management Officer of Madobi Local Government, has emphasized the importance of protecting children from polio, urging parents and caregivers to ensure their children receive the life-saving vaccine. This plea was made during the flag-off of the polio immunization exercise at Hausawa Kanwa Ward, aiming to vaccinate children under five years and create a polio-free Madobi. According to him, 2024 September OBR3 campaign Targets 53,700 children under five years The IMO emphasized on the importance of Personal Hygiene and Encouraged parents to adopt good hygiene practices due to cholera outbreaks in some local government areas. “By working…
Khadijah Aliyu Kano- The Kano state governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir, has flagged off the 2024 polio Eradication campaign targeting 3.6 million children in the Dawakin Kudu local government area. Flagging off the campaign, Governor Yusuf explained that his administration is committed to combating polio and other childhood diseases. He noted that the 2024 OBR3 campaign would target all eligible children, saying that it would go a long way in boosting their immune systems and curbing the virus’s spread, as Kano is one of Nigeria’s 18 high-risk states. He stressed the need for personal and environmental hygiene and expressed gratitude to…
Kabiru Haruna In the vibrant halls of Nigeria’s Ministry of Information and National Orientation, Sandra K Taddy shines as a beacon of dedication, humility, and leadership. As the Assistant Director of Field Operations, this accomplished daughter of Plateau State has earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues. The Hausa phrase ”Kallabi tsakanin rawuna” aptly describes Sandra – “woman amidst men” – a testament to her remarkable achievements in a field traditionally dominated by men. Her rise to prominence is a result of hard work, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Sandra’s humility and down-to-earth nature have endeared her…
Kabiru Haruna Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, the current Minister of Housing and Urban Development, is a shining example of dedication to providing affordable housing solutions in Nigeria. With over 20 years of experience in housing development and policy, Dangiwa has made significant strides in making housing accessible to all. Dangiwa’s commitment to affordable housing is rooted in his belief that housing is a fundamental human right. Throughout his career, he has worked tirelessly to develop and implement initiatives that benefit low-income families and marginalized communities. As Managing Director of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria from 2015 to 2022, Dangiwa…
Amadadina dasauran mazauna Unguwannin Yanlemo dake Na’ibawa kantitin zuwa Zaria, ina jawo hankulan Mahukuntan Gwabnati (Hukumar Lafiya, Hukumar kula da Mahalli da Kwashe Shara da Hukumar bada Ruwansha) ta Jihar Kano dasuyiwa Allah suyiwa Annabi (SAW) su: 1.Kawo ziyarar aiki Kasuwar Yanlemo wajen tara Sharar cikin Kasuwa domin daukar matakan dasuka dace domin kare abubuwan daka iya faruwa awannan yankin. 2. Kula dacewa akarkashin wajen zuba Sharar akwai CIBIYAR RUWA dake bawa wannan Unguwanni Ruwansha dana amfani dashi yau dakullun. 3. Duk lokacin da Manyan Motocin kwashe Shara sukayi aiki awajen saisun FASA Bututun Ruwan dake bawa Unguwanni Ruwa. 4.…
Kabiru Haruna Kano State Government has reiterated its dedication to fortifying its symbiotic relationship with India, aiming to boost socio-economic development within the state. This announcement comes after Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf met with Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Shri G. Balasubramanian, at Government House in Kano. Governor Yusuf emphasized the long-standing connection between India and Kano State, spanning multiple sectors. The key areas of collaboration include education, where hundreds of Kano indigenes study in Indian universities, healthcare, with Kano residents seeking medical tourism in India, agriculture, technology, and trade, which hold immense potential for cooperation and knowledge sharing.…
The United Nations Children’s Fund UNICEF says inadequate nutrition in the first 1,000 days of a child’s life can lead to stunted physical and impaired cognitive development. Nutrition Officer UNICEF Kano field office, Mrs. Abigail Nyam, disclosed this while making a presentation on ‘First 1000 days of Life’ during an advocacy dialogue meeting with news and programmes managers of radio and television stations from Kano, Jigawa and Katsina states. According to her, how well or poorly a mother during pregnancy and her child before age two are nourished has great impact on the child’s future, noting that poor nutrition could…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold move to address Nigeria’s governance challenges has generated significant interest and debate. The executive bill, submitted to the National Assembly, proposes a return to the regional system of government, aiming to tackle deep-rooted structural issues within the federal system This development is characteristic of Tinubu’s leadership style, which has been described as decisive and willing to take difficult policy decisions. His administration’s call for collective backing to ensure the bill’s success in reshaping Nigeria’s future is crucial, as it requires a collaborative effort to address the country’s long-standing problems. Key Aspects of the Proposed Regional…
Abbas Haruna, the Nigerian Navy Seaman who was allegedly detained for nearly six years, has finally regained his freedom His wife, Hussaina Iliya, had accused the military of unjustly detaining her husband since 2018, specifically pointing fingers at Brig. Gen. A.S. Adamu for ordering his detention and torture. The whole ordeal started when Hussaina shared her story on a popular Abuja-based radio station’s program, Brekete Family, which went viral and caught the attention of high-ranking officials. Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Christopher Musa and Minister of State for Defence Bello Matawalle ordered an investigation into the matter. Interestingly, the Defence…
The Kano chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria SWAN organized a one-day workshop for Kano journalists on the role of reporting sporting activities. The one-day workshop was held at the Kano State Sports Commission. The General Manager of Kano Pillars FC, Abba Galadima, emphasized the importance of factual reporting by sports journalists. The SWAN National President Benjamin Isaiah, represented by the SWAN National ex–officio, Lurwanu Idris Malikawa, explained that sports journalism should be accurate and factual. A lecturer at Khalifa Isyka Rabiu University Kano, KHAIRUN, Dr. Yusuf Datti presented a paper titled “Understanding tennis rules, surfaces and match…
Adamu Yusuf National Cash Transfer office under the National Social Investment Agency (NSIPA) has released the sum of N24, 781,525,000 for the payment of 991,261 household beneficiaries across the 36 States and the FCT Abuja. This is part of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to alleviate poverty and improve the livelihood of poor and vulnerable Nigerians. A statement signed and issued by the National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer of National Social Investment Programme Agency, N-SIPA, Assoc. Prof. Badamasi Lawal dated September 26, 2924 said the National Cash Transfer Office has released the sum of N24, 781,525,000…
Seven unsung frontline health workers in Bauchi were honored and celebrated with Dr. Aminu Magashi’s 3rd Annual Award of Excellence for their outstanding contributions towards the improvement of healthcare service delivery in the state. In a statement signed by the director of Operations AMG Foundation, Jalo Sulaiman The statement explained that while Presenting the awards in Bauchi, the Chair AMG Foundation, Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba explained that the award was initiated in 2022 to recognize and celebrate the hard work by health workers at the grassroot . Each of the awardees received a plaque a cash prize of twenty five…
In continuation of the weekly multi-sectoral emergency meetings in Jigawa State, officials from the NEMA Kano Territorial Office, led by Coordinator Dr. Nuraddeen Abdullahi, participated in the third-week session. The meeting aimed to address the immediate needs of flood-affected individuals in the state, particularly the internally displaced persons (IDPs) currently housed in camps. During the meeting, various MDAs, NGOs, and development partners made presentations on their activities in the camps. Gaps in response efforts were identified, and discussions were held on the way forward to better meet the needs of those affected across different camps in the state. …
National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje yesterday lost 1,331 members to the ruling New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano. The decampees from 11 wards of Ganduje Dawakin-Tofa local government area of Kano state vowed to work against the return of APC in Kano. Prominent among the former APC leaders who embraced NNPP include former Vice Chairman, Dawakin-Tofa local government area, Malam Isyaku Dahiru Kwa; former state House of assembly aspirant, Hon. Audu Magaji Tumfafi; Bashir Musa Sani, APC Youth Leader for Takai Organization among others. Receiving the decampees at a ground reception held at…