Ramatu Garba A Kano Upper Shari’a Court on Friday fixed July 4th for hearing on the ongoing trial of Shafi’u Abubakar, 38, for allegedly setting a mosque on fire and killing 14 people. The defendant, who lives at Gadan Village in Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano,is standing trial on three-count charge bordering on mischief by fire, causing grevous hurt and culpable homicide. READ MORE: Mosque Explosion:24 Critically Injured In Gezawa LGA Kano State The Prosecution Counsel, Director Public Prosection(DPP) Kano State Ministry of Justice, Mr Salisu Tahir, told the court that they have received a copy of the case…
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The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has organized an annual ICT quiz for students of secondary schools in Kano state. The senior program officer CITAD Malam Isah Garba explained that the quiz is an annual event organized by the center for the last twenty years. SIMILAR:CITAD Organizes Intensive ICT Training For Bauchi RAAMP Staff He explained that, the objective is to bridge the digital gap in the country to enable students pursue careers in ICT. Malam Isah pointed out that the program also aims to draw the attention of government and school proprietors to provide ICT infrastructure in…
The Birnin Kudu-Gwaram-Buji Progressives (BGB) extend their heartfelt congratulations to Governor Umar Namadi, on his first-year anniversary in office. According to a statement signed by BGB, this milestone is a testament to his dedicated leadership and unwavering commitment to the development of Jigawa. READ ALSO: Flooding:Jigawa Enviromental Agency Desilts Nine High Risk LGAs It explained that, over the past year, Governor Namadi has demonstrated exceptional vision and resilience, bringing significant advancements in both infrastructure and human capital development. “These achievements have profoundly impacted our locality and the state at large, fostering growth and enhancing the quality of life for all…
Usman Muhammad The Pharmacist Council of Nigeria PCN says it has shut down over 350 pharmacies and medicine stores in Jigawa State. The director Enforcement of PCN, Pharmacist Stephen Esumobi disclosed this during a press briefing held at federal Secretariat Dutse, the state capital. READ ALSO: UNICEF Strengthens Support To Improve Breastfeeding In Jigawa According to him, the visit of the enforcement team to the state is in continuation of PCN’s current drive to streamline the drug distribution system in Nigeria. He further explained that, they would ensure that all medicines remain safe effective and of good quality as they…
Usman Muhammad As part of an ongoing series of people oriented and human development programs, Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has launched the distribution of NG-CARES materials to the residents of Kazaure Emirate in the state. The initiative was aimed at enhancing the well being and livelihoods of the people in the region, reflecting the government’s commitment to supporting and uplifting its citizens. READ ALSO: Jigawa State Government Hands Over 500M RUTF To UNICEF During the event, Governor Umar Namadi emphasized the importance of such programs in fostering sustainable development and ensuring that the benefits of governance reach every…
Khadijah Aliyu The vice chancellor of Bayero University Kano, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas has urged students, youth, and women to showcase their talents creativity and commitment to making a difference in the field of agriculture. Professor Sagir made the call during the third open day organized by the Centre for Dryland Agriculture CDA Bayero University Kano BUK. READ ALSO: Food Security: AFDB Partners CDA On Climate Adaption Enterpre Represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor Academics BUK, Professor Sani Muhammad-Gumel, explained that CDA has launched agri-hacking 2.0 and supported 22 Communities with improved seeds to enhance food production. He pointed out…
The United nations children’s fund UNICEF has handed over the world’s first fully solar-powered Pressure Swing Adsorption Oxygen Gas Plant to the Jericho Specialist Hospital, Ibadan Oyo State. The innovative solution, created by Em-One, emerged as the winner of UNICEF’s innovation challenge and was funded by the Government of Norway and other partners. READ ALSO: Five states account for 70% Of Circulating Polio Virus-UNICEF Alongside Oyo State, another fully solar-powered plant will soon be handed over in Kano state, showcasing a revolutionary approach to sustainable healthcare. In addition to the oxygen plant, UNICEF has furnished an advanced Level-2 newborn unit…
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…