The Kwara state Police Command says it has put in place adequate security measures to ensure a hitch free Easter Celebrations across the state. The state Commissioner of Police Victor Olaiya made the disclosure to newsmen. He reassures the citizens of his unwavering commitment towards ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors during the festivities and beyond. Read Also: Court Orders IGP To Produce Housewife, In-Law Whisked Away From Abuja To Kwara By Policemen Olaiya pointed out that security personnel have been deployed to mount surveillance and patrol duties within the state. The commissioner also emphasized the…
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The Borno State Government BOSG has confirmed the arrest of a suspect allegedly involved in the recent incidences of fire outbreaks in Internally Displaced Persons IDP camps in the state. In a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Professor Usman Tar says, the suspect was said to have conspired with some Non-governmental organisations to set some camps on fire. Read Also: Children among casualties as fire guts IDP camp in Borno The state has recently recorded more than four incidences of fire disasters in Maiduguri, Jere, Monguno and Nganzai local government areas. The prime suspect, according to…
The Director General DG Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Alhaji Laminu Rabi’u Danbappa, has called on center officers of the 44 local government areas to uphold fairness, punctuality, trustworthiness, honesty, and proper record-keeping to achieve the set objectives of the 2024 hajj. Danbappa made the call during an emergency meeting with the Centre Officers at the board’s headquarters in Kano. Read Also: 2024 HAJJ: How FG, 8 states splashed N100.6bn on pilgrims In a statement by the public relations officer Kano state pilgrims welfare board Sulaiman Dederi, and made available to newsmen, the DG stated that at this crucial situation,…
The executive secretary Nigerian Christian pilgrims commission NCPC , Bishop Stephen Adegbite says Jesus died on the cross to redeem mankind In his Esther message, Adegbite says the occasion also brings humanity closer to God who released His only son to liberate the world from sin. He explained that the resurrection of Jesus Christ brings hope, victory, joy and salvation to mankind. ” Easter marks the resurrection of the death of our Lord Jesus Christ, a culmination of his sacrifice and death in atonement of our sin” APC National Chairman Dr Ganduje facilitates Christians On Esther The executive secretary urged…
The Director General of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Alhaji Laminu Rabi’u Danbappa, has pledged to collaborate closely with the Ministry of Religious Affairs. He made the disclosure while receiving the Commissioner Ministry of Religious Affairs in his office. Laminu acknowledged the significant contributions made by the Ministry during last year’s Hajj operation and expressed gratitude for their support and assistance. Describing the visit as apt, the director general assured the Commissioner of the Board’s support and cooperation to achieve the desired objectives. Read Also:Kano Pillars FC seal 2-year sponsorship deal with Gongoni The Commissioner Ministry FOR Religious Affairs,…
The Management Board of Kano Pillars has apologized to the Executive and members of Kano State chapter of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria SWAN. This was sequel to a misunderstanding between a senior Swan national officer and the Club’s Technical Crew head which led to the boycott of coverage of all the club’s activities. In a statement by the Media Officer of Kano Pillars football club Sharif Zahradeen Usman Kofar Nasarawa and made available to newsmen in Kano. He explained that the club sincerely regretted the unfortunate incident which led to misunderstanding between the two parties . The statement described…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar -Ganduje felicitates with christians on Easter. In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, Ganduje called on Christians to seize the opportunity of the Easter holiday to reflect deeply on what more they need to do as a people, to ensure that the current political cum security situation in the country turn around for a better Nigeria to be enjoyed by all citizens. He also solicited the support of all patriotic Nigerians as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu continued to provide solutions to the current economic…
The governor of kebbi state, Nasir Idris says there’s the need for more collaboration between the federal and state governments in delivering dividends of democracy to the citizens. In a chat with newsmen in Abuja, Idris said the complimentary role of the two tiers of government would equally set the pace for the local government councils. He said instances of locating projects, distribution of social services as well as educating citizens on the programs and policies would be better achieved through these collaborations. ” Governors and local government chairmen have direct links with the people. we know their needs and…
President Bola Tinubu has joined the Christian community to celebrate Easter, which is a significant moment for commemorating the triumph of life over death The President extends warm greetings to Christians in Nigeria and around the globe, emphasizing love, sacrifice, and compassion as the distinguishing themes of this solemn season President Tinubu notes that the sacrifice of Jesus Christ for humanity is an emphatic lesson for leaders and all Nigerians to be selfless and compassionate, and to remain steadfast in their pursuit of a united, peaceful, and prosperous nation Read Also: At Easter, President Tinubu Celebrates with Christians: Calls for…
Kano Federal High Court, presided over by Justice AM Liman, has fixed March 28, 2024, for the ruling on the bail application on fundamental enforcement suit by Kano Ticktoker, Murja Ibrahim Kunya against the Kano Shari’ah Court, Hisbah Board, and the Attorney General. Murja, represented by her lawyer Barrister Yusuf Faragai, approached the Federal High Court seeking for the enforcement of her fundamental rights by requesting bail. Faragai argued that the court’s order to evaluate Murja’s mental health and place her under the custody of a psychiatric doctor violated her rights, emphasizing that bail is a constitutional right for a…
Stallion Times media limited has organized a workshop on human rights and social inclusion for journalists in kano. Speaking, the chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kano state chapter Comrade Hafsat Sani Ismail says about 15 rape cases out of the one thousand recorded by WARAKA sexual referral center kano annually are prosecuted in a court of law. She said, according to the WARAKA sexual referral Centre Murtala Muhammad Special Hospital Kano, they receive one thousand cases in one year, but only five hundred are reported to the Ministry of Justice, while only about 15 are prosecuted…
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), has described the establishment of courts and more sexual assault referral centres (SARC) in Kano as a major catalyst in curtailing gender-based violence and other related offences. The chairperson of FIDA Kano Barrister Bilkisu Ibrahim Sulaiman made the indication during an event to commemorate International Women’s Day ( IWD), held in Kano. According to her, Kano state has only one sexual assault referral centre at Murtala Muhammad specialist hospital called WARAKA where victims of rape and sexual assault are referred for evaluation. She pointed out that, rape and GBV are treated before magistrate…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Kano field office staff association has donated medical equipment, furniture and medical items to Chiranchi Primary Healthcare (PHC), Kumbotso local government area. Speaking during the handing over, the chairperson of UNICEF Kano field office staff association Hajiya Saudat Basheer explained that, the donation was a charity initiative. She pointed out that, Chiranchi PHC was selected being the largest hospital providing medical services to the Kumbotso community. The chairperson maintained that the Chiranchi primary healthcare required urgent equipment to improve the health of women and children hence the need for the donation. “As we hand…
Civil Society organizations (CSOs) have been identified as architects of change in the government landscape that advocate for change and transparency. This was part of a resolution during a session with citizen groups and the Parliamentary Staff Association (PASAN) Kano chapter for the Citizens Legislative Accountability/Agenda Platform (CLAP) initiative in Kano. Presenting a paper titled: unveiling the Citizens Legislative Accountability Agenda, Comrade Safiyanu Lawan Bichi of Kano Budget Working Group, highlighted citizens’ activities that make the budget process effective This includes providing capacity building on budget tracking, advocating for increased access to budget documents as well as building a culture…
The speaker of the Kano state house of the Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore has donated food items to former speakers, former Clarks, securities and staff of the assembly. Speaking shortly after the distribution, the speaker explained that, the gesture was part of efforts to alleviate suffering due to the present economic hardship. Represented by his chief press secretary Kamaludeen Sani Shawai, he pointed out that, over 200 50kg of rice and over 200 cartons of spaghetti were received by the beneficiaries. He stressed that the kind gesture was the first of its kind, and reiterated the speaker’s commitment to providing…
The national association of women Journalists (NAWOJ),has organized a special Ramadan lecture for female journalists in Kano. Speaking at the lecture, the NAWOJ National Secretary Wasila Ibrahim Ladan said the annual lecture which was the first of its kind was aimed at bringing female journalists together and upholding the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Read Also: NAWOJ organizes special Ramadan lecture for Kano Journalists She stressed that participants were enlightened by ulamas on various religious teachings which would go a long way in promoting their belief and day-to-day activities. The Hisbah commander Dawakin Kudu local government area, Hajiya Saratu Sheik…
Kano state government (KNSG), has initiated the distribution of palliatives to patients on admission to government hospitals across the State. Kano State Commissioner of Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye, who led the distribution of 10 kilograms of rice and 10 kilograms of maize to each patient admitted at the Infectious Disease Hospital (IDH) and Abubakar Imam Urology Centre on behalf of the Governor said the initiative was aimed at providing support. He explained that 4426 10kg bags of rice and maize were distributed to patients admitted in General and Cottage Hospitals, Pediatric and Specialist Hospitals in Kano. The Commissioner stated that…
The Adolescent Health and Information Projects (AHIP) in collaboration with Kano the State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, and other partners commemorated the International Women’s Day with young women in science innovation and creative arts competition for students. According to the organizers,the event was aimed at advancing the status of women and girls in Innovative Science and Creative Arts, took place at the coronation hall government house in Kano The executive director of AHIP, Hajiya Mairo Bello pointed out that, the objectives of the vent are to support women and girls in leadership roles, decision-making processes, business ventures,…
The Kano state government KNSG has advised citizen groups to reintegrate and track budgets to ensure the completion of abandoned projects in the state. The permanent secretary Kano State Ministry of Planning and Budget (MoPB), Hajiya Lauratu Ado Diso made the call during a one-day validation and dissemination of the Kano State 2024 citizens budget. According to her, citizens have a vital role to play through follow-up and budget tracking to ensure the completion of abandoned projects in schools and other relevant parts of the education sector. Read Also: Citizen groups urged to track state budgets Hajiya Lauratu stressed that…
Conflict prevention has been described as a collective responsibility that requires societal and government approach to achieve lasting peace and stability. The director general institute for peace and Conflict resolution (IPCR), Dr Joseph Ochogwu made the disclosure during a stakeholders strategic workshop for early response system in Nigeria, held in Kano. According to him,the objective of IPCR is to bridge the gap between early warning, early response and entrench a system of collaborative conflict prevention,due to the prevalence rate in Nigeria and Africa. Read Also :Setting up early warning and response systems to prevent violent conflicts and save lives He…