A delegation of 44 Kano State center officers, led by Chairman Alhaji Habibu Idris Bichi and Bichi Center Officer, has performed the Tawaf ritual and offered special prayers for the success of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration. Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, The Head of Media Team for Kano State Pilgrims and also the Deputy Governor’s Spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement circulated to reporters. SIMILAR: 51,447 Nigerian Intending Pilgrims Paid for 2024 Hajj-NAHCON Ibrahim further disclosed that according to Alhaji Habibu Bichi, the Tawaf was aimed at seeking divine guidance and blessings for Governor Yusuf, his Deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam, and…
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Sani Haruna Muslims have been charged to redouble their efforts in the first 10 days of Zulhijja and assist the less privileged in the society. The former commissioner for religious affairs Zamfara State, Sheik Dr Muhammad Tukur Sani Jangebe gave charge while answering questions from newsmen. SIMILAR: Kano speaker Jibril Falgore fecilitates Muslims on new Islamic year He said the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah are the most virtuous days of the year, in which Allah (swt) has blessed his Ummah with opportunities’ to multiply their rewards. “These days are so sacred that Allah swears an oath by them:’By the…
The Speaker Kano State House of Assembly, Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore extends his felicitations to the people of Kano State and all Nigerians on the occasion of this year’s Democracy Day. In a statement signed by the chief press secretary to the speaker Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai and made available to newsmen in Kano. READ ALSO: IBB’s Media Team Denies Endorsing Military Rule Over Democracy Falgore explained that the future of Kano and Nigeria shines brightly, considering the progress made from 1999 to date. “We have much to celebrate as we have come a long way since 1999. Despite significant challenges,…
In a breakthrough development, the Kano State Government and the leadership of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) met on Tuesday evening to discuss the ongoing impasse between the two parties. In a statement signed by the chairman of the chapel Alhaji Aminu Ahmed Garko and made available to newsmen in Kano. RELATED: Journalists Boycott Kano State Governments Activities The statement explained that, the meeting was held at the NUJ press centre and was attended by top government officials and members of the Correspondents’ Chapel executives. The government delegation, led by the Commissioner for Information, Hon.…
Kano State Fire Service has confirmed a fire outbreak at Kano state polytechnic School of Technology Matan Fada Kano. The Public Relations Officer of the service, Saminu Yusuf Abdullahi, confirmed the incident to newsmen in Kano. According to him the agency received a distress call from Faisal Dauda that there was a fire incident at School of Technology. READ ALSO: Borno State Government Apprehends Suspect of IDP Camp Fire “Upon receiving the information, we quickly mobilized a team of fire fighters to the scene to quench the fire. Saminu explained that, the building of about 500 x 500ft used as…
Khadijah Aliyu The vice chancellor Bayero University Kano BUK Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas has reiterated the institute’s commitment to gender sensitivity through policies and the establishment of the Center for gender studies. Professor Sagir made the indication while declaring open two-day dissemination of gender tool kits to the Center for gender studies BUK. Represented by the university librarian Dr. Kabiru Dahiru Abbas, he described the Center for gender studies CGS BUK as one of the first in Nigeria Universities. BUK SUG Commissions Professor Haruna Musa Students’ Hub Professor Sagir emphasized the university’s dedication to supporting gender-sensitive recruitment of students and…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, Hashimu Argungu, as the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, PSC. The President has also approved the appointment of Chief Onyemuche Nnamani as Secretary and retired Deputy Inspector General of Police Taiwo Lakanu as member of the Commission. READ ALSO: Tinubu Appoints Governor Dikko Radda Others Into NDPHC Board A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, says the appointments are however subject to confirmation by the Senate. It says other members of the Commission will be appointed…
Ramatu Garba The Federal Government has presented 42,000 metric tonnes of assorted food commodities to the Kano Government for distribution to vulnerable persons in the state. The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Hajiya Zubaida Umar, presented the items to Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf in Kano. READ ALSO: Eid-el Kabir: Governor Yusuf donates cows, food items to inmates Umar, represented by Dr Ishaya Isah-Chonoko, NEMA Acting Zonal Director of the Northwest, said the gesture was part of the federal government’s efforts to cushioning the effect of high cost of food in the country “President Bola Ahmed, approved the release…
Sani Haruna Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has requested for more interventions from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), to complete several unfinished projects in the state’s tertiary institutions. The governor made the request during an official visit to the TETFund headquarters, in Abuja. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the governor requested specific interventions at Zamfara State University and Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara. READ ALSO: Tetfund Expends 1.75 Billion Procures Equipment For 7 Universi. He explained that, the state university in Talatan Mafara local government area has many projects that were initiated…
Khadijah Aliyu The Correspondent Chapel of the Kano State Chapter of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) has decided to boycott all assignments and activities related to the Kano State Government, effective immediately. In a statement signed by the chairman Alhaji Amina Ahmed Garko and made available to newsmen in Kano. RELATED: Kano State Gov. Correspondents’ Chapel Meet to Resolve Impasse He explained that, the decision was taken in response to the persistent and unacceptable mistreatment of members of the chapel in the state by the government and its agents while discharging their primary assignments. “Despite our efforts to engage…
The Kano state government KNSG has commenced the review of it’s 1964 education law to improve the quality of education. Declaring open a three day workshop, Kano state commissioner for higher education Dr. Yusuf Kofar Mata explained that the review of the education law which was enacted in 1964 was long overdue. He pointed out that the strategic move was aimed at enhancing the quality of education, fostering critical thinking, and equipping students with the necessary skills to thrive in a dynamic world. SIMILAR: KNSG PLANE Organizes 3 Day Education Sector Review meeting The commissioner emphasized the importance of a…
Professor Usman Mohammed As my student at the University of Abuja 25 years ago. I discovered that many of our female students from the Northern part of Nigeria, came to read courses that might not have to bear serious issues with their practices in their matrimonial homes. Aisha came with the zeal and enthusiastic efforts to read Law. Coming from Zaria in Kaduna State, with solid backing of her father having been an orphan with little support from an average polygamous family. SIMILAR: A Tribute To A Rare Gem Late Alhaji Lawal Saulawa 1944-2024 Her father understood his precarious position…
Khadijah Aliyu We write to extend our deepest sympathies to all Bakorians, Class of 92 and the immediate/extended family of our dear Sister and Mother Aisha Saidu Abubakar. We stand with you at this trying moment and take this opportunity to express our heartfelt condolences to you and the entire family she left behind. SIMILAR: A TRIBUTE TO MY LATE STUDENT BARRISTER AISHA SAIDU We know that you will greatly miss her, however, we urge you not to mourn like those without hope as death is an inevitable point in our journey back to our Maker. May Allah SWT grant…
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), in collaboration with the Kano State School of Health Technology, organized a public lecture for students of Environmental Sciences to commemorate World Environment Day. The lecture, themed “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience,” was held at the School of Hygiene Kano. The principal school of hygiene Malam Jamilu Shaibu Muhammad represented by the vice principal admin Malam Sirajo Jinjiri Gaya, emphasized the importance of public sensitization on environmental health issues. He urged participants to utilize the knowledge to create a more environmentally friendly environment, prevent the spread of transmissible diseases, and promote…
Hannatu Suleiman Abba The Resource Center for Human Rights and Civic Education ( CHRICED) judiciously continues Anti corruption Project phase 2 in Kano state. CHRICED Executive Director Comrade Ibrahim zikirullahi represented by CHRICED senior programs officer, Mr Adewoye Omoniyi said, Community-Driven Anti-Corruption Initiative project in Kano aims to provide an avenue for dialogue between the constituents and their representatives in governance . SIMILAR: Abdulaziz Ganduje Visits Kano Anti Corruption Commission Chair. “However, The project will get rid of corruption by ensuring transparency and accountability as well as holding legislators responsible, and accountable on constituency projects in the state” Abdulrashid Adamu…
The Kano State Ministry of Education, Adolescent Girls’ Initiative and Empowerment (AGILE) Project in collaboration with Civil Society Action Coalition on Education for All (CSACEFA) organized a workshop for Imams to develop key messages on Girls’ Education. Speaking at the event, The state commissioner of education represented by the director of monitoring and evaluation Yusha’u Hamza pointed out that AGILE is working with the ministry to ensure enrollment retention and completion of girls’ education. SIMILAR: CSACEFA SOF Organizes Two Day Workshop For 40 teachers He stressed that AGILE is intervening across 19 local governments but the effect is felt throughout…
Ramatu Garba A Non Governmental Organization, HortiNigeria, under a Dutch-funded horticultural program has expressed determination to assist no fewer than 60,000 farmers to tackle Tuta Absoluta(tomato ebola) in Kano and other North West states. The Sector Coordinator and Business to Business linkage HortiNigeria, Mr Abdullahi Umar, made the disclosure during the integrated Pest Management (IPM) Campaign at the demonstration site in Gidan Kwari, Bunkure local government Kano. SIMILAR: Tuta Absoluta:HortiNigeria launches campaign in Kano He said the campaign aimed at shedding light on innovative solutions and strategies like the use of tutasan and pheromone traps, mulching and neem oil bio…
The Civil Society Action Coalition on Education for All (CSACEFA) Kano State coordinating office is set to unveil a new project, Early Child Learning Advancement Programme (e-CLAP). The Kano state CSACEFA coordinator Dr Auwalu Halilu made the disclosure during a monthly meeting of the coalition. READ ALSO: AGILE CSACEFA partner to Enlighten Imams on Girls Education He explained that the project is expected to be unveiled soon at SUBEB headquarters. According to him the e-CLAP initiative focuses on improving learning outcomes and increasing educational equity for early grade children and ensuring that every child has a right to accessible quality…
Academic activities were put on hold in public primary and secondary schools visited in Lagos today. The students who started arriving the schools premises as early as 7am were asked to go back home at about 8am when their teachers informed them that there would not be teaching and learning today due to the ongoing labour strike. READ ALSO: Nation Wide Strike: Bayelsa Workers Shun Offices One of such schools is Olorunfunmi secondary school Idimu, under Alimosho local government area of Lagos state. In an interview with the Chairman, Nigeria Union of Teachers, Lagos State, Mr. Akintayo Hassan , parents…
Workers in Bayelsa State stayed away from their offices in total compliance with the indefinite strike called by national leaderships of the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress. The NLC and TUC are locked in dispute with the Federal Government over a new minimum wage and electricity tariffs on consumers. READ ALSO: Nasarawa NLC Join Nationwide Strike Socio economic activities in Yenagoa and other parts of the State have been paralyzed as a result of the action by organised Labour. It was total compliance by public sector workers in Bayelsa State on day one of the indefinite strike called…