A Professor of Geography, Adamu Idris Tanko, has highlighted the critical role of geography and research in addressing environmental, economic, and development challenges in Nigeria and across Africa. He made this known while delivering the 59th Inaugural Lecture at Bayero University Kano on Thursday, April 30, 2026. The lecture, titled “One World, Different Nations … and the Many Lessons to Learn,” highlighted the importance of understanding human-environment interactions for sustainable development. Prof. Tanko, from the Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences, traced his academic journey and research focus, emphasizing how human activities impact environmental quality. He reflected on his early…
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The Federal Government has described the launch of the International Media and Information Literacy Institute (IMILI) as a major step toward promoting responsible information use, strengthening democratic resilience, and combating misinformation in Nigeria and beyond. The Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made this known at the close of the two-day official launch of the Institute held at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). Represented by the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Press Council, Dr. Dili Ezughah, the Minister said the establishment of IMILI marks a defining moment that positions Nigeria at the forefront of global…
Officials of the Kano State Social Protection Agency (KASPA), alongside key Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), have embarked on a learning visit to Jigawa State to understudy its social protection programmes and implementation framework. The visit, facilitated by the Jigawa State Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, took place at the Manpower Development Training Centre in Dutse. It is aimed at strengthening programme delivery, enhancing institutional capacity, and adopting best practices to improve social protection systems in Kano State. Jigawa State has gained recognition for transforming its social support initiatives into a legal framework—an approach that continues to yield measurable…
Muazu A. Ishaq In moments of electoral decision, societies are often confronted with a choice that goes beyond sentiments and party affiliation to the deeper question of consolidation and continuity versus disruption, a moment when the electorate must pause, look beyond the noise of detractors and ask a fundamental question; can we afford to make this costly mistake? For the good people of Kano North Senatorial District that moment is now, the coming 2027 electoral cycle presents such a moment one that demands careful reflection, not sentiment. The stakes are not about party loyalty or sentimental rhetoric, it is about…
Nigeria has been urged to address critical gaps in immunization financing and accountability as the country joins the rest of the world to commemorate World Immunization Week 2026. The call was made by the Africa Health Budget Network, which stressed the need for urgent and coordinated action to ensure that all children, particularly those in underserved communities, have access to life saving vaccines. In a statement marking the global health campaign themed “For Every Generation, Vaccines Work,” the Network described immunization as one of the most cost-effective strategies for improving child survival and strengthening primary healthcare systems. Despite ongoing efforts,…
The Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR) has called on the Kano State Government to urgently inaugurate the State Child Protection Law Implementation Committee to ensure effective enforcement of the Kano State Child Protection Law, 2023. In a statement signed by its Executive Administrator, Nafisa Shehu Ibrahim, CHR emphasized that the law provides a comprehensive framework for safeguarding the safety, development, and overall wellbeing of children across the state. The organization noted that the law clearly outlines the roles and responsibilities of relevant stakeholders and promotes coordinated efforts to prevent abuse, respond to child protection cases, and ensure adequate care…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the removal of Mr Saidu Mohammed as the Authority Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, citing public interest. In a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, the President also nominated Mr Rabiu Abdullahi Umar as the new Chief Executive of the regulatory body. The appointment is, however, subject to confirmation by the Senate. Nigeria’s Energy Security Takes Centre Stage as NNPC Visits NMDPRA The decision, made in line with the provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act 2021, is aimed at…
The United Nations Children’s Fund UNICEF, has convened a stakeholders’ consultation meeting in Kano State to advance the implementation of the Accelerated Basic Education Programme (ABEP), a new initiative aimed at addressing the growing number of out-of-school children in the state. The programme is supported by funding from the European Union and will be implemented by the Kano State Government in collaboration with key education stakeholders. The meeting brought together representatives from the State Ministry of Education, development partners, and civil society organisations to deliberate on strategies for effective rollout and sustainability of the intervention. Kaduna Partners IsDB, UNICEF to…
No fewer than 130 leaders of the Kano State Tricycle Associations Forum have pledged strong support for routine immunisation following a sensitisation engagement organised under the Better Opportunities for Optimal Services and Targeted Immunisation for Zero-Dose and Under-Immunised Children (BOOST) Project. The sensitisation session, held at the Kano State Library Main Hall, was implemented by Save the Children International with funding support from GSK, in collaboration with the Kano State Community of Practice on Immunisation, Budget Tracking, Advocacy, and Accountability. The engagement targeted members of the Kano State Tricycle Associations Forum (Kungiyoyin ‘Yan Adaidaita Sahu), one of the largest male-dominated…
Ado Salisu No fewer than 2,000 patients in Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State have benefited from a free medical outreach organised by the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) as part of activities marking its 66th Annual General Conference and Delegates Meeting. The outreach, held at Gwarzo General Hospital, saw the participation of over 250 medical doctors who provided a wide range of healthcare services, including consultations, minor surgical procedures, distribution of free drugs, and provision of eyeglasses to patients drawn from within and outside the area. Speaking at the event, the NMA President, Bala Audu,represented by the 2nd Vice…