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Khadijah Aliyu -Nigeria The third day of the 2025 Galien Africa Forum placed women at the heart of Africa’s health transformation, spotlighting their indispensable role in achieving health sovereignty and equality across the continent. The Women’s Forum, themed “Women’s Leadership: A Transformative Driver for Equal Rights and Universal Access to Health in Africa, was declared open by Senegal’s First Lady, who highlighted the vital importance of women’s leadership in building stronger, more inclusive health systems. “When women are at the frontline as decision-makers, the continent is stronger,” she said, calling for greater inclusion of women in national health and development…

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)has commended members of Ward Development Committees (WDCs) in Kano State for their vital role in mobilizing caregivers, promoting vaccine acceptance, and addressing noncompliance at the community level. The commendation was made by the Chief of Field Office, UNICEF Kano, Mr. Rahma Rihood Mohammed Farah, during a town hall meeting with 484 WDCs held in Kano to commemorate World Polio Day 2025. UNICEF Commends Kano WDCs for Key Role in Polio Eradication Mr. Farah praised the committees for their grassroots efforts in sustaining Kano’s leadership in the fight against polio and other vaccine-preventable diseases. “Your…

Khadijah Aliyu The World Health Organisation (WHO) has hailed Kano State’s remarkable success in reducing polio cases by 96%, describing it as a major milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing fight to eradicate the disease. The WHO Kano State Coordinator Dr. Mayana Abubakar, disclosed this during a town hall meeting with 484 Ward Development Committees (WDCs) held in Kano to commemorate World Polio Day 2025 Dr Mayana announced that Kano reduced polio cases from 31 in 2024 to just three in 2025, crediting the achievement to the relentless efforts of health workers, community leaders, the Kano State Government, and development partners. “Through…

The Kebbi State Police Command has dismissed as false and misleading a viral social media report alleging that a retired Assistant Controller of Customs had constructed a private airport in the Argungu forest to facilitate the smuggling of cocaine and other illicit drugs into Nigeria. In a statement issued to journalists in Birnin Kebbi, the State Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, described the report as “baseless, mischievous, and a calculated attempt to tarnish the image of the State and its security agencies.” According to the statement, the Command condemned the publication, stressing that it was designed to instill fear,…

Ibrahim Ibrahim Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) has expressed satisfaction with the way farmers in Jigawa State are embracing modern farming techniques, describing their commitment as a major step toward achieving food security and agricultural transformation in the state. The Deputy Country Director of SAA, Dr. Abdulhamid Gambo, made the commendation during a two-day media field visit to four communities in Taura, Dutse, and Birnin Kudu Local Government Areas. Dr. Gambo said the mission of SAA is to work with farmers to promote agricultural value chains across production, nutrition, processing, value addition, and marketing of agricultural products. He disclosed that the…

Ado Salisu The National Sports Commission (NSC) has ushered in a new era in Nigeria’s sports administration, following one of the most transparent, peaceful, and inclusive sports federation elections in recent history. Under the visionary leadership of NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade, the elections marked a significant turning point in the governance of Nigerian sports ushering in reforms that are attracting some of the country’s most accomplished professionals into sports administration. The nationwide elections, widely praised as free, fair, and transparent, provided equal opportunities for qualified stakeholders to contest and contribute to a renewed…

Khadijah Aliyu-Nigeria The 2025 Galien Africa Forum entered its second day on a high note, with young innovators from across the continent showcasing groundbreaking projects designed to strengthen Africa’s health sovereignty and self-reliance. The Youth Forum segment of the three-day conference, themed “Innovation for Health and Sovereignty: Investing in African Solutions by Youth,” provided a platform for emerging innovators to advocate for increased investment in local solutions and policies that support African-led development in the health and agricultural sectors. La Ruche Health Wins 2025 Prix Galien Africa for Digital Healthcare Innovation A panel of young entrepreneurs and researchers made a…

The Kano State Government KNSG says it is winning the battle against polio and other childhood killer diseases following significant improvements in immunization coverage and disease surveillance across the state. The Director-General of the State Primary Healthcare Management Board (SPHCMB) Professor Salisu Ibrahim, disclosed this during a town hall meeting with 484 Ward Development Committees (WDCs) held as part of activities to commemorate World Polio Day 2025 in Kano. Kano Marks World Polio Day with Townhall Meeting for 484 WDCs Represented by the Director of Immunization and Disease Control,Dr. Ahmad Tijjani, Professor Ibrahim said the state government, in collaboration with…

As part of activities to commemorate World Polio Day 2025, the Kano state government in collaboration with development partners has organized a town hall meeting w with 484 Ward Development Committees (WDCs) across the 44 local government areas of the state. The event, held at the Northwest University Conference Hall, brought together key stakeholders in the health sector, including representatives from the Kano Emirate Council, polio survivors, and development partners such as UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO),CHAI,SOLINA,AFENET,Gates Foundation among others. In his welcome address, the Director-General of the Kano State Primary Healthcare Management Board (SPHCMB Dr. Salisu Ibrahim…

The Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Programme – Kano State Project Implementation Unit (KSPIU) has officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement and Action (MoAA) with the Kano Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (KNARDA) to strengthen collaboration in agricultural development and rural transformation. KNARDA is a key government agency in Kano State, Nigeria, dedicated to improving agricultural productivity and enhancing rural livelihoods through infrastructure development, agro-processing, and market access. The agency also partners with research institutions such as the Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR) at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, to introduce innovative agricultural technologies and best practices to farmers across the…

Khadijah Aliyu Nigeria Faced with a global disease burden of 24% but only 3% of the world’s health professionals, Africa continues to grapple with the challenge of meeting its own health needs. Yet, a growing number of young Africans are rising to the task by leading advocacy for the continent’s health sovereignty. This was the key highlight of the 8th Galien Africa Forum, which opened on October 28, 2025, in Dakar, Senegal. Health Sovereignty in Focus as REMAPSEN, Galien Africa Hold Pre-Forum Webinar The first of the three-day conference was held under the theme: “Rethinking Health Leadership: Preparing a Generation…

The Kano State House of Assembly has expressed concern over what it described as gross injustice and imbalance in the ongoing recruitment exercise by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), alleging that the process heavily favoured the southern part of the country to the detriment of the North. This followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini Dala, during today’s plenary. KNHA Probes SUBEB Recruitment Over Alleged Irregularities Presenting the motion, Dala said the recruitment exercise violated the principles of Federal Character, which are designed to ensure fairness and equal representation in federal appointments and…

A non-governmental organization, Save the Children International, with funding support from GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), has convened key stakeholders in Kano’s health sector to address negative attitudes and behaviours among some health workers that discourage caregivers from bringing children for routine immunisation. The meeting, held under the Better Opportunities for Optimal Services and Targeted Immunization for Zero-Dose and Under-Immunized Children (BOOST) project, brought together professional health associations, Muslim and Christian women’s groups, government officials to develop practical strategies for improving service delivery and rebuilding community trust. Speaking at the event, BOOST Project Manager and Field Manager for Save the Children in Kano,…

Ado Salisu The National President of the Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria (YSFON), Dr. Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering support toward the development of sports across the country. Dr. Gawuna, a former Deputy Governor of Kano State, made the commendation during the opening ceremony of the second edition of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu National Under-18 Boys Football Tournament, held at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina. He described sports as a vibrant tool that unites Nigerians and projects the positive image of the country globally, noting that Nigeria is blessed with numerous…

Sani Haruna The Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has approved the redeployment of two Commissioners in the State Executive Council as part of efforts to strengthen the administrative machinery and enhance good governance. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Yakubu Bala Tafida, and made available to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi. President Tinubu Approves Leadership Swap in Key Ministries According to the SSG, the decision aligns with Governor Idris’s vision to reposition the state’s civil service for effective and efficient service delivery across all sectors. The statement listed the affected…

The Kano state house of Assembly KNHA has received a letter from the Commissioner for Planning and Budget seeking approval for the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) for 2026–2028. The letter, read during plenary by Speaker Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore, outlined the economic and fiscal policies guiding the preparation of the 2026 budget, including revenue projections, grants, debt servicing, and capital expenditure plans. Kano LG Chairmen, Planners Trained on 2026-2028 MTEF According to the Speaker, the total MTEF projection for the 2026 budget stands at ₦724.2 billion, with ₦321 billion allocated for recurrent services and another ₦321 billion for capital expenditure.…

The Kano State House of Assembly KNHA has called on the state government to urgently address the escalating insecurity in Tsanyawa and Bagwai Local Government Areas. The call followed a joint motion of urgent public importance sponsored by members representing Shanono/Bagwai, Ghari, and Tsanyawa constituencies during plenary presided over by the speaker Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore. Kano Assembly Demands Urgent Action Over Rising Insecurity in Tsanyawa, Bagwai Moving the motion, Ali Lawan Alhassan Kiyawa and Garba Ya’u Gwarmai expressed concern over the increasing cases of cattle rustling, kidnapping, and killings in the affected areas. They revealed that thousands of cattle…

Ado Salisu Over 100 motorcycle enthusiasts are expected to converge on the ancient city of Kano for the 20th Metallic Durbar Anniversary, scheduled to hold from October 31st to November 2nd, 2025 The President of the Royal Motorcycle Club, Hamada Adam, disclosed that preparations are in top gear to ensure the success of the event, which is being organized by Kano United Riders the first of its kind in the state. No Durbar, No Horse Riding During Eid-El-Kabir- Police According to Adam, the three-day celebration will feature a range of activities including visits to orphanages, hospital donations, free healthcare outreach,…

Ibrahim Ibrahim Jigawa State Police Command has disbursed ₦31,450,025.16 to the families of 59 police officers who lost their lives in active service. This was disclosed in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, who noted that the initiative reflects the Nigeria Police Force’s ongoing commitment to the welfare of its personnel and their dependents. The cheques were presented by Commissioner of Police, CP Dahiru Muhammad, on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, under the Group Life Assurance (GLA) and IGP Family Welfare Scheme. Speaking during the presentation ceremony, CP Dahiru…

Ibrahim Ibrahim A seven-year-old pupil, Faith Maiyaki, from Dutse in Jigawa State, has captured hearts nationwide after donating her last savings to the Oluremi Tinubu Education Fund, an initiative of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. Faith, a Primary Four student, was inspired by the “Oluremi at 65 Education Fund” campaign, which encourages Nigerians to contribute to the fund instead of sending gifts or goodwill messages for the First Lady’s 65th birthday, celebrated on September 21, 2025. Against All Odds: How Second Chance Education is Transforming the Lives of Married Girls in Northern Nigeria The fund supports the provision of…