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President Bola Tinubu announced that Nigerians and other commuters would enjoy free train rides on the Abuja Metro Line until the end of the year. This announcement came during the re-launch of commercial operations on the Abuja Light Rail. Initially, the plan was for two months of free rides, but the President extended it to the year’s end to encourage public celebration. SIMILAR: Tinubu Kept His Promise By Signing New Minimum Wage Bill- Lado President Tinubu described the reopening of the Abuja Metro Line as a significant milestone and a testament to his administration’s commitment to improving infrastructure and transportation…

Buhari Abba The Kanawa Educational Foundation for the Disabled marked 2024 World Menstrual Hygiene Day by organizing a lecture in Kano to educate women with disabilities on menstrual hygiene and its importance. The event focused on the necessity of menstrual hygiene management and aimed to reduce the stigma surrounding menstruation, especially among disabled women. READ ALSO: Kanawa Foundation Commemorate MHD with Sensitization In his opening remarks, the foundation’s chairman, Malam Ibrahim Baffa Madu, stressed the need for menstrual hygiene education. “Menstrual hygiene is a fundamental aspect of women’s health, and we must provide the necessary education and resources to ensure…

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists NAWOJ and Youth Society for the Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Societal Vices YOSPIS organized a sensitization for special education students on menstrual hygiene. The event is part of activities to commemorate the 2024 World menstrual hygiene day.  READ ALSO: KanSLAM Commited to Enhanced Menstrual Hygiene In her remarks, the Kano state NAWOJ chairperson Hafsat Sani Usman explained that the event was organized to sensitize students on the importance of personal hygiene during menstruation.   She emphasized on the need to take regular baths, changing of pads and washing of hands from time to time…

Usman Muhammad Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State says the present administration has put the state on a foundation of economic recovery and prosperity in the last one year.  The Governor stated this in his speech to the people of the state to mark one year in office. READ ALSO: Jigawa State Government Hands Over 500M RUTF To UNICEF He said, one year ago he took the oath of office as Governor of Jigawa State, and today, they are celebrating a year of selfless service filled with significant strides.  Malam Umar Namadi further explained that, in the last year, the…

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, has denied serving poor meal to Nigerian pilgrims in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. A Facebook user, bearing Babagana Digima as username, on Tuesday posted on his timeline how the pilgrims had been served with poor breakfast. READ ALSO: Niger governor Umaru Bago criticizes NAHCON over 2024 Hajj He posted a picture of two plastic containers; one containing akra while the other contains pap and tagged the Facebook page of NAHCON and its staff, Fatima Mustapha, a Deputy Director at the commission. The post says “After paying N8m for Hajj see the breakfast that our…

In recognition of World Menstrual Hygiene Day, the Kano State-led Accountability Mechanism (KanSLAM) is proud to join the global community in highlighting the critical importance of menstrual hygiene management (MHM) for all women and girls.  This year’s theme, “Making Menstruation a Normal Fact of Life by 2030,” resonates deeply with our mission to ensure equitable and dignified menstrual health for everyone in Kano State. World Menstrual Hygiene Day, observed annually on May 28th, serves as a crucial reminder of the ongoing challenges and stigmas associated with menstruation.  In Kano State, many girls and women face significant barriers to managing their…

Abdullahi Kano A Kano State Hiigh Court sitting in Miller Road has restrained the police, the State Security Service (SSS) and Nigerian military from evicting the reinstated Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II. The case was filed by emir Muhammadu Sanusi II with the four kingmakers of Kano: Madakin Kano Yusuf Nabahani; Makaman Kano Ibrahim Sarki Abdullahi; Sarkin Bai Mansur Adnan and Sarkin Dawaki Maituta Bello Tuta. SIMILAR: Kano Emirship Tussel:The Police Will Adhere to Court Order-CP The presiding judge, Justice Amina Adamu Aliyu also retrained the security agencies from arresting or harassing the emir and his kingmakers. The judge…

Usman Muhammad Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has issued offer of employment to 3,143 permanent teachers 2,445 others in the state. Speaking during the occasion for the distribution of the employment offer held at Malam Aminu Kano Triangle Dutse, Governor Umar Namadi said, the mass employment was part of plan for the successful implementation of his 12 point agenda. READ ALSO: Anniversary: BGB Progressives Congratulates Jigawa Gov. Namadi He explained that there is no government policy that can be fully and effectively implemented without enough training and capable manpower. “Our 12 point agenda designed to make Jigawa state great…

Ramatu Garba A Non Governmental Organization, Inmates Educational Foundation (IEF), has inaugurated the renovated two blocks of classrooms and donated educational materials to inmates of Medium Security Custodial Centre Gorondutse in Kano State. The foundation also donated chairs, tables, notebooks, textbooks and stationary to inmates at the custodial school. SIMILAR: Eid-el Kabir: Governor Yusuf donates cows, food items to inmates  The Executive Director of the foundation,  Mahfuz Alabidun, stressed that the aim was to support the reformation and reintegration of inmates through education and entrepreneurship skills for a better society we all desire. “Our mission is to ensure that every…

Kano State Government says it is poised to declare a State of Emergency on Education for the intellectual development of children in the state. Governor Abba Yusuf announced this on the occasion marking the International Children’s Day Celebration in Kano. READ ALSO: MD Ibzaar Describes Literacy As Key Component Of Education Yusuf also informed the children of his administration’s determination to improve their wellbeing by ensuring quality Education. He noted that the government would achieve this through sustaining free Education as well as construction and renovation of school infrastructure across the state. The governor also promised free uniforms and feeding…

Abdullahi Kano A kano High Court has ordered the deposed Emir of Kano Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero to stop parading himself as emir and also directed the police commissioner to evict him from the mini palace at state road. Similarly, the order restrained Alhaji Nasiru Ado Bayero, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar II, Alhaji Kabiru Muhammad Inuwa and Alhaji Aliyu Ibrahim Gaya from parading themselves as emirs of Bichi, Gaya Rano and Karaye. The court presided by Justice Amina Adamu Aliyu gave the order on Monday, 27th May, 2024.

Ramatu Garba A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Netherlands African Business Council (NABC) says it has trained 41 farmers on vegetable farming production to enhance food sufficiency in Kano State. Project Coordinator of the NGO, Hajiya Fauziyya Sadiq, stated this at the closing of a 16-week training for farmers  in Kano. She explained that the training was aimed at building the capacity of public and private sector professionals within the horticultural sector in Nigeria. According to her, the essence of the Trainers programme is to enhance the skills of professionals, including seed company representatives and agro-input dealers. “The farmers were trained online…

Khadijah Aliyu Kano peace committee KPC has urged the chairman National Peace Committee NPC Rtd General Abdulsalam Abubakar and the convener  Bishop Hassan Mathew Kukah to call on President Bola AhmedTinubu to intervene on Kano Emirship Tussel. “The Kano Peace Committee (KPC) is deeply concerned over the current happenings in Kano State, sequel to the dissolution of four Emirate Councils and the reinstatement of His Highness Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II, by the Kano State Government” “We have been keenly observing the situation, and it is our adamant belief that the development is generating an unprecedented twist and is apparently constituting…

Sani Haruna Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has commissioned two major projects in Bakura and Maradun local government areas in Zamfara West senatorial zone. During the project commissioning which is one of the several events marking the first anniversary of the Dauda Lawal-led administration, he expressed deep concern about the dilapidated state of the General Hospital Talata Mafara local government. Governor Lawal expressed dissatisfaction with General Hospital Talata Mafara’s poor condition and immediately ordered its renovation and upgrade. He called on wealthy individuals in the state to contribute their quota towards providing a dividend of democracy to the people…

Uba Abdullahi As the Nation observes Childrens day, parents in Kano State have been advised to play active roles by providing their children with qualitative education. The Proprietor Dambatta Academy, Alhaji  Abdullahi Usman gave the advise while commemorationg  Children’s day  with Pupils and Students of Dambatta Academy Nursery, Primary and Secondary School. According to him, the school placed high priority on childrens development, pointing out that observance of the day would foster a sense of patriotism in the hearts of Pupils and Students. He further reiterated the School’s determination in identifying with state government’s drive of  quality control in education…

The Nigerian Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Kano State Chapter in collaboration with the Ungogo Local Government Council celebrated international children’s Day with a grand event at Kansuwa in Ungogo local government.  The chairperson Nigerian women Journalists Kano chapter (NAWOJ) Hajiya Hafsat Sani Usman said the significant event aims to celebrate and honor the children within communities. Hafsat Sani Usman emphasized on the potentials of children as future leaders that needs to be groomed and guided. The celebration featured series of activities designed to be both educational and entertaining for the children. Highlights of the event were sessions on children’s…

Kano state government KNSG says it has targeted 6,000 children across 1,346 health centers for free testing and treatment of tuberculosis. The state commissioner for health Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf made the indication during a press briefing to commemorate the 2024 national tuberculosis testing week (NCTWTB). According to him the commemoration is special, as it is integrated with other health services such as nutrition, HIV services, free X ray and targeted school and Tsangaya-based TB screening. Others are targeted community outreach, screening of children in paediatric clinics, immunization units and wards, vulnerable children in orphanage and streets, contact tracing of…

Kogi Central Journalists’ Guild, an umbrella body of Kogi Central journalists in the Diaspora on Sunday called for equal representation in Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s media team. A statement signed by the Guild President, Muhammad Tijani Abdulsalam, and the Secretary, Ozumi Abdul, on Sunday shortly after its emergency meeting decried the total exclusion of its members from the recent appointments by Kogi state governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo. The statement noted that “It’s however surprising that an ethnic group that boasts of season Journalists and Public Relations Gurus were ignored into the appointments of Ododo media team. The Guild, however…

Jigawa state Governor Alhaji  Umar Namadi has embarked on inspection visits to mass housing project sites across major cities in the state. In a statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant media Affairs to the governor Hajiya Zainab Rabo Ringim and made available to newsmen. She explained that the move is a demonstration of his dedication to delivering on his campaign promises. The Senior Special Assistant media Affairs further stated that the bold move was aimed at ensuring the quality of work and timely completion of the projects, which are a key component of his 12-point agenda. The statement noted…

The Civil Society Action Coalition on Education For All CSACEFA  has  donated uniforms and re-enrolled  30 out of school female students in challawa community Kumbotso local government area  Kano. The state coordinator CSACEFA Dr. Auwal Halilu explained that, the beneficiaries were selected after a fact finding that they were out of school due to lack of school uniforms and other learning materials. According to him, government alone cannot shoulder the responsibility of the states large population, hence the need for parents, philanthropists and wealthy individuals to contribute their quota to ensure that education has reached all.  He reiterated CSACEFAS’ readiness…