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Rahotanni daga majiyoyi masu tushe sun bayyana cewa jagoran Ɗariƙar Kwankwasiyya, Sanata Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, na shirin bayyana tsohon mataimakin gwamnan jihar Kano, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam, a matsayin ɗan takarar gwamna na jam’iyyar NDC a jihar Kano. A tuna cewa Abdussalam ya yi murabus daga mukaminsa na mataimakin gwamna a watan Maris, makonni kaɗan bayan Majalisar Dokokin Jihar Kano ta aika masa da takardar tsige shi daga mukamin. New Year: Gwarzo Praises Yusuf, Kwankwaso, Assures Better Kano Majiyoyi sun shaida wa DAILY NIGERIAN cewa an cimma wannan matsaya ne bayan tattaunawa ta sirri da aka gudanar a tsakanin jiga-jigan tafiyar…

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The Vice Chancellor of Federal University Lokoja (FUL), Professor Gbenga Solomon Ibileye, has endorsed a proposed partnership with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) aimed at addressing social vices and promoting positive values among students of the institution. Professor Ibileye stated this while receiving the Kogi State Director of the NOA during a courtesy visit to his office, where discussions centred on possible areas of collaboration between the university and the agency. NOA, NAWOJ Plan Joint Campaigns to Combat Fake News Ahead of Elections The Vice Chancellor described the university environment as the appropriate platform for the NOA to intensify its…

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Olufunmi Zainab The Nigeria Forest Security Service NFSS has deployed 1,314 personnel across the 44 Local Government Areas of Kano State to enhance security during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The Kano State Commander of the NFSS, Abdullahi Al’ameen, disclosed this in an interview on Wednesday in Kano. JTF Urges Vigilance as Terror Threats Rise in North East Nigeria According to him, the personnel have been strategically stationed at major roads, Eid prayer grounds, markets, and other public places to maintain order and support relevant security agencies throughout the festive period. Al’ameen explained that the command would collaborate with the Nigeria Police…

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Kano State Council, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of this year’s Eid al-Adha celebration. In a press statement issued on Wednesday by the Acting Secretary of the Council, Hauwa S. Zahradeen, the union highlighted the spiritual importance of the festival and called on Muslims to uphold the values of faith, sacrifice, and devotion. Kano Speaker Falgore Felicitates Muslims on Eid Al-Adha The Acting Chairman of the Council, Comrade Mustafa Gambo Muhammad, described Eid al-Adha as a sacred period for reflection, renewal of faith, and strengthening devotion to Almighty Allah…

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The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Jibril Ismail Falgore, has extended warm Eid Al-Adha greetings to Muslims in Kano State and across the world as they celebrate the sacred Islamic festival. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, the Speaker described Eid Al-Adha as a period of reflection, compassion, solidarity, and generosity. KNCDC DG Felicitates Gov. Yusuf, Kano People on Eid Al-Adha According to Falgore, the festival serves as a reminder of the universal values that unite humanity, including empathy, mutual care, sacrifice, and respect for human dignity. He also…

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The Director General of the Kano State Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC), Prof. Muhammad Adamu Abbas, has extended warm felicitations to the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, and the people of the state on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. In a statement issued on the festive occasion, Prof. Abbas described Eid Al-Adha as a period that embodies sacrifice, obedience, and compassion for humanity. Kano Speaker Falgore Felicitates Muslims on Eid Al-Adha He prayed that Allah (SWT) accept the acts of worship and sacrifices of the faithful, while granting peace, good health, and unity to Kano State…

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The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), Prof. Salisu Shehu, has been appointed Chairman of the 25th International Conference of the Nigerian Book Fair and its Silver Jubilee celebration. The annual International Book Fair is organised by the Nigerian Publishers’ Association (NPA) through its statutory arm, the Nigerian Book Fair Trust. NERDC Unveils Nigeria’s Education Reforms at Global Symposium in India This year’s edition, held under the theme “Education for All: Closing the Gap on Nigerian Out-of-School Children,” brought together education stakeholders, publishers, scholars and development partners from Nigeria and abroad. In his welcome address,…

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The Federal Medical Centre Abuja has conducted its second Computer-Based Test (CBT) for 582 internship applicants seeking placement in various healthcare disciplines, including Radiology, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Medical Laboratory Science and Nursing. The examination, was conducted in two batches at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) Model Study Centre, Dutse, Abuja. NOA’s CBT Exams Revolutionize Staff Assessment The CBT forms part of the Centre’s recruitment process for internship positions aimed at strengthening the healthcare workforce and providing practical training opportunities for young professionals. Speaking shortly before the commencement of the exercise, the Medical Director of FMC Abuja, Prof. Saad Ahmed,…

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The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 7 Division, Operation HADIN KAI, Brigadier General Solomon Diwa, has paid a courtesy visit to the State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Borno State as part of his maiden official engagements following his assumption of duty. Speaking during the visit, Brigadier General Diwa described the engagement as a privilege and expressed appreciation to the State Commander, Usman Sule, for the warm reception accorded to him and his entourage. Zulum Extends ₦50m Aid to Family of Officer Killed By Boko Haram He noted that the visit provided an opportunity to strengthen…

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Jamila Sulaiman Aliyu The Kano State Hisbah Board has held special prayers for the peace, prosperity and well-being of Kano State and the wider Muslim community during the Day of Arafah. The prayers were led by the Acting Commander of the women’s wing, Hauwa Shitu, shortly after the completion of the annual recitation of the Holy Qur’an, an event traditionally observed by the board on the Day of Arafah, a significant day in the Islamic calendar observed during the Hajj pilgrimage. KHAIRUN VC Honours Nursing Student for Memorising Holy Qur’an Hauwa Shitu explained that she stood in for the head…

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Amnesty International has strongly condemned what it described as the failure of Nigerian authorities to protect lives and property amid escalating attacks by gunmen on several villages in Isa and Sabon Birni Local Government Areas of Sokoto State. The organisation said the attacks, which occurred between yesterday and today, have led to the displacement of several communities, abductions and an increasing number of people reportedly unaccounted for. Dadiyata- Amnesty Demands Answers as Nigeria Launches Fresh Investigation According to Amnesty International, the growing insecurity in parts of northern Nigeria reflects the inability of authorities to effectively safeguard vulnerable communities from recurring…

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The Kano State Government has expressed deep concern over the increasing rate of illegal structures and unauthorized developments across the metropolitan area, describing the trend as a serious threat to urban planning, environmental sustainability and public safety. The government noted that despite existing regulations guiding physical development in the state, some individuals continue to embark on construction projects without obtaining the necessary approvals and documentation from relevant authorities. KSPVIB PCACC Clamps Down On illegal Private Schools-Umar According to the government, such unlawful developments pose significant social, environmental, economic and psychological challenges to residents while undermining the broader vision of sustainable…

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Ado Salisu World Athletics has officially unveiled the qualification standards for the 2027 World Athletics Championships scheduled to take place in Beijing, setting the benchmark athletes across the globe must meet to secure automatic qualification for the prestigious event. The qualification marks, released ahead of the global championship, highlight the increasing level of competition expected at Beijing 2027, with elite performances required across track, field and road events. Sports Remain Powerful Tool for National Unity-Principal GGC Dala In the sprint events, male athletes will need to clock 9.95 seconds in the 100 metres and 20.07 seconds in the 200 metres,…

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Ado Salisu The Vice-Chancellor of Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University KHAIRUN, Professor Abdulrashid Garba, has received Fatima Zahraddeen Abubakar, a 200-level student of the Department of Nursing, in his office to congratulate and bless her following her successful memorisation of the Holy Qur’an. The Vice-Chancellor expressed immense pride and joy over the remarkable achievement, describing it as a source of honour not only to her family but also to the entire university community. He commended her dedication, discipline and commitment to the teachings of Islam, noting that such accomplishments reflect the moral and academic values upheld by KHAIRUN. Professor Garba further…

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Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested four suspects in connection with an alleged Hajj seat scam involving millions of naira. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this in a statement issued to journalists in Birnin Kebbi, the Kebbi State capital. According to the statement, the prime suspect, Aminu Hassan Zauro, alongside three others — Tabiu Abubakar, Usman Attahiru and Mustapha Sani Zauro — were arrested following a complaint from the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency concerning intending pilgrims whose names were not found in the agency’s official records. The police spokesperson said other suspects…

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The Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, has felicitated with Muslims in Kebbi State, Nigeria and across the world on the occasion of Eid-el-Adha, urging them to uphold the virtues of sacrifice, obedience, peace, unity and compassion as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The governor made the call in his Sallah broadcast to the people of the state and the global Muslim Ummah at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi. He described Eid-el-Adha, which coincides with the holy Hajj period, as a sacred festival commemorating the unwavering faith, sacrifice and obedience of Prophet…

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Former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has congratulated Muslims across Kano State and Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, urging residents to uphold the values of spirituality, sacrifice and peaceful coexistence. In an Eid-el-Kabir message issued on Tuesday through his spokesperson, Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, Gwarzo called on Muslims to reflect on the virtues of obedience, patience and unwavering faith as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim. He also extended warm felicitations to the national leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, as well as members and supporters of the movement across the country. The former deputy governor urged…

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Khadijah Aliyu-Nigeria The United Nations Population Fund UNFPA and the African Development Bank AFDB have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding aimed at positioning maternal health and demographic resilience as key drivers of Africa’s economic transformation. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the African Development Bank Annual Meetings and seeks to frame investments in maternal health not merely as healthcare interventions, but as strategic investments in economic growth, productivity, resilience, and human capital development across the continent. According to the partners, the initiative is designed to help African countries harness their demographic dividend by prioritizing women’s health and…

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The Director General of the Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board (KSPHCMB), Professor Salisu Ahmad Ibrahim, has conducted unscheduled supervisory visits to Lawan Dambazau Primary Health Centre, Fuskar Arewa, and Dala Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Centre in Dala Local Government Area as part of efforts to strengthen quality and 24-hour healthcare service delivery across Kano State. During the visits, the DG inspected critical service units including Immunization, Antenatal Care (ANC), Growth Monitoring, Outpatient Department (OPD), Labour Room, and Maternity Units, where he carried out on-the-job mentoring and supervision of frontline health workers. At Lawan Dambazau PHC, Professor Salisu…

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The Kano State Government, through the Ministry of Women Affairs, Children and Persons with Special Needs, has donated one cow each to six clusters of persons with special needs across the state as part of efforts to support vulnerable groups ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The benefiting groups include persons with spinal cord injuries, persons with albinism, persons affected by leprosy, the visually impaired, the hearing impaired, and persons with physical disabilities. Each cluster also received N20,000 as transport support. Gwamna Ya Baiwa Ma’aikatan Kano Tallafin Sallah na N20,000 Speaking during the distribution ceremony held at Nassarawa Children’s Home, the…

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