As Nigeria marks World Malaria Day, Kano State continues to battle one of the most common and deadly diseases affecting its population. Despite ongoing interventions, health experts say malaria remains a major concern, especially among children and pregnant women. Radio Nigeria’s correspondent reports from Kano. In many communities across Kano State, malaria remains a leading cause of hospital visits, particularly during the rainy season when mosquito breeding increases. A visit to several hospitals in Kano revealed how patients young and old wait to receive treatment due to the persistent burden of malaria. The chief medical director who doubles as head…
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The Kano State House of Assembly has confirmed Murtala Sule Garo as the new Deputy Governor of Kano State following his successful screening. The confirmation came after the presentation and adoption of the report of an ad hoc committee during plenary presided over by the Speaker, Jibril Isma’il Falgore. Presenting the report, the Chairman of the committee and Deputy Speaker, Muhammad Bello, said the nomination of Garo followed the resignation of the former Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo. Massive Turnout as Kano Assembly Screens Garo for Deputy Gov He explained that the screening exercise was conducted in line with Section…
Sani Dutsinma Governor Nasir Idris has called for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State, reaffirming support for Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking at a state unity rally held at Haliru Abdu Stadium, Governor Idris emphasized the need for togetherness among party members to sustain progress and strengthen the APC’s position in the state. He expressed confidence that President Tinubu would continue to deliver more developmental projects, noting that the administration remains committed to improving the welfare of Nigerians. The governor highlighted ongoing federal interventions and projects in Kebbi as clear signs of…
Pulse Nigeria has issued a public apology and clarification following widespread backlash over its earlier report suggesting that the Kano State Government distributed underwear to women as empowerment materials. The media platform had initially published a post with the headline implying that the state government was responsible for distributing branded underwear, a report that quickly sparked criticism, mockery, and political controversy across social media. In response, the Kano Development Forum, in a correspondence issued by Nworisa Michael, General secretary of the forum formally engaged Pulse Nigeria, demanding the immediate removal of the report and a public clarification to correct what…
Ummul-Quraa Academy, located at Gidan Leda in Sheka Gabas, Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State, has held its second Qur’anic graduation ceremony, marking another milestone in its commitment to Islamic education and moral development. The colourful event, held on Saturday under the academy’s guiding motto “Hasten Towards All That Is Good,” witnessed the graduation of 47 students who successfully completed their Qur’anic studies. The ceremony attracted a large turnout of Islamic scholars, community leaders, dignitaries, and well-wishers from across Kano and beyond, reflecting the growing reputation of the academy as a centre for Qur’anic learning. In his remarks, Sheikh…
On April 24 each year, the world pauses to reflect on a simple but powerful idea that nations are stronger when they work together. Established in 2018 by the United Nations, the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace was created to reinforce global commitment to cooperation, dialogue, and collective action in addressing shared challenges. But in today’s fast-changing and increasingly fragmented global order, that message carries a renewed sense of urgency. Across continents, rising geopolitical tensions, protracted armed conflicts, and deepening humanitarian crises are testing the very foundations of international law and the rules-based system that has guided…
No fewer than 100 female smallholder farmers, have participated in a climate-smart agriculture (CSA) training programme, culminating in a practical field trip to the Centre for Dryland Agriculture farm. The training was organised by the Adolescent Health Information Projects (AHIP) in collaboration with the Centre for Dryland Agriculture, Bayero University Kano, and funded by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) under its Resilient Opportunities for Outreach, Trade and Sustainability (ROOTS) project. Speaking during the exercise, AHIP Programme Officer, Amina Raji, said the initiative focuses on equipping smallholder women farmers from Bunkure Local Government Area with modern farming techniques. She explained…
The Kebbi State Government has commissioned 50 newly procured 18-seater buses to enhance mass transit services within and outside the state. The buses were officially inaugurated at the newly constructed Ultra-Modern Motor Park in Birnin Kebbi by the Commissioner for Lands and Physical Planning, Alhaji Hayatuddeen Bawa. Federal Government Hands Over 64 CNG Buses To NLC TUC NANS Speaking at the ceremony, Bawa said the initiative is aimed at addressing transportation challenges faced by residents, particularly during long-distance travel. He noted that Kebbi had previously remained the only state in the North-West without a functional mass transit system. The Commissioner…
Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Government has approved the release of over ₦4 billion to accelerate developmental projects across key sectors of the state’s economy. The Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed BK, disclosed this during a press conference held at the new State Secretariat in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. He explained that the funding approvals form part of strategic interventions by the administration of Governor Nasir Idris aimed at addressing infrastructure deficits and improving the living conditions of citizens. According to the Commissioner, the health sector received significant allocations, including ₦926.3 million for the urgent rehabilitation…
Communities in Jigawa State are transforming agricultural waste into clean energy briquettes and producing efficient cookstoves from clay, in a move that is improving livelihoods and reducing environmental pollution. The initiative, known as the Waste-to-Wealth project, has enabled households to spend less on cooking fuel, adopt cleaner energy sources, and generate income from materials that were previously discarded. The project was implemented by the Exceptional Leadership and Integrity Promotion Initiative with support from UK in Nigeria under the PACE Programme. At the close-out and media launch of the project, stakeholders highlighted the growing impact of community-led solutions in addressing climate…