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Kano State government KNSG has received 28 solar-powered Primary Health Centres (PHCs) from UNICEF and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, as part of efforts to strengthen the state’s healthcare system, improve immunization coverage, and expand access to essential health services. The facilities, handed over to the state government and the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), are expected to provide uninterrupted electricity for vaccine storage, round-the-clock service delivery, and reduced reliance on fossil fuels—particularly in rural and underserved communities. Kano Governor Pledges Transparency in Development Funding Speaking during the official handover, Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf,…

Kano State Government KNSG has assured international development partners that all funds allocated to the state will be used judiciously, with accountability remaining the cornerstone of his administration since assuming office in 2023. The state Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf made the pledge while receiving representatives of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Gavi, UNICEF, WHO, CHAI, and eHealth Africa at the Government House, Kano. Kano Trains 132 Special Reporters to Deepen Transparency Represented by his Chief of Staff, Dr. Imam Wali, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed the state’s commitment to fostering partnerships and collaborations that drive sustainable development. He commended the…

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has expressed concern over the increasing frequency of unruly behaviour by air travellers across the country’s airports, warning that such conduct will no longer be tolerated. In a statement issued on Monday by its Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mrs. Obiageli Orah, the Authority reminded passengers to familiarise themselves with the Passengers’ Rights and Responsibilities and Airlines’ Obligations as outlined by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and FAAN Bye Laws. NCAA Issues Aerodrome Certificate for Enugu Airport to FAAN The statement stressed that FAAN will enforce relevant sanctions provided under…

Ibom Air has confirmed the arrest of a passenger, Ms. Comfort Emmanson, for allegedly assaulting its crew members and security personnel during and after a flight from Uyo to Lagos on Sunday. The incident comes barely a week after a Fuji musician attempted to disrupt an aircraft’s taxiing at Abuja International Airport. Doctor Allegedly Assaults Seriously Ill Patient in Indian Hospital According to the airline, trouble began before take-off when Ms. Emmanson repeatedly refused instructions to switch off her mobile phone in line with aviation safety regulations. The device was eventually powered down following the intervention of the pilot-in-command and…

The attention of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has been drawn to a video circulating on social media claiming that the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pated announced a “revolutionary drug” that will “save everyone from diabetes,” to be delivered free to homes. The video also purports to show chaotic scenes at pharmacies and police intervention to manage crowds seeking this alleged drug. The Ministry categorically states that this video is false, misleading, and maliciously manipulated. The footage features altered clips of a Channels TV news broadcast and digitally doctored segments of…

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has urged the National Sports Commission (NSC) to immediately inaugurate its 17-member governing board. Established in 1964, SWAN, the umbrella body for all Sports Editors, Reporters, Producers, and Presenters, warned that the Commission is operating in gross violation of its establishing law with the delay of a properly constituted NSC board. SWAN Kano Organizes Workshop For Journalists SWAN President, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, in a statement through Secretary-General Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, on Sunday, said the Commission has been functioning without a statutory board since its creation in October 2024, contrary to the NSC Establishment…

Ado Salisu The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed the official schedule for the 2025 National Youth Games, as the nation counts down to the much-anticipated multi-sport event to be hosted by Delta State. According to the Commission, the Games will run from August 26 to September 6, 2025, bringing together the best young talents from across the country to compete for glory and national recognition. Over the past few months, the Main Organizing Committee (MOC) and the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) have been actively inspecting and certifying facilities and venues, to ensure they meet the required standards for hosting…

Ado Salisu Team Nigeria is set to depart for Santiago, Chile, to compete in the prestigious World Para-Powerlifting Championships, from August 11 to 18, 2025. The team, comprising Nigeria’s finest para-powerlifters, will represent the nation with determination and pride, aiming to further cement Nigeria’s dominance in the sport on the global stage. Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, commended the athletes for their commitment and hard work throughout their camping period, urging them to go all out for victory. WOFAN Inaugurates Marketing Hub, Empowers 450 PWDs “You are carrying the hopes and pride of millions of…

NNPC Retail Limited has dismissed a pump attendant and suspended a station manager following a viral video showing an attempt to defraud a customer at one of its filling stations. The company said in a statement that its investigation traced the incident to a station in Ikorodu, Lagos, describing the behaviour as “unacceptable” and contrary to its values of integrity, transparency, and exceptional customer service. NNPC Advocates Africa-Centric Energy Transition at NAICE 2025 In line with its sanction grid, NNPC Retail said the pump attendant had been disengaged, the station manager suspended, and the dealer issued a formal warning letter.…

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kano State Chapter, has restated its commitment to promoting women’s inclusion in decision-making as a key driver of societal transformation. Speaking during a one-day capacity-building workshop at the NUJ Press Centre in Kano, NAWOJ Chairperson, Comrade Bahijja Kabara, stressed that women must have the opportunity to contribute to policies and initiatives that foster progress. NAWOJ Commends Ondo CPS for Supporting Journalists’ Widows The workshop, organised in partnership with the Aminu Magashi Foundation and the Community Health and Research Initiative, sought to strengthen the capacity of women journalists in objective and timely reporting while…

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has distributed empowerment packages to 1,130 graduates of six entrepreneurship skills institutes across the state, in a renewed drive to create jobs and reduce unemployment among young people. The event, held in Kano, marked the graduation of trainees from institutes specialising in various vocational and technical skills. Addressing the gathering, Governor Yusuf said the initiative was aimed at rekindling hope, restoring dreams, and unlocking the potential of Kano’s youth to become self-reliant, productive, and innovative contributors to the state’s economy. AGILE Kano Empowers Teachers with Digital Literacy “Every graduate is leaving here today…

Gwamnan Kano Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf ya raba tallafin kayan sana’a ga matasa 1130 da aka yake a makarantun koyar da sana’o’i shida da gwamnati ta bude. Da yake jawabi a wajen rabon kayan tallafin a dakin taro na Coronation dake gidan gwamnati, gwamna Abba Kabir Yusuf yace gwamnatinsa ta himmatu wajen samarwa matasa ayyukan yi domin su dogara da kawunansu. ‘Yan Kasuwar Kwari sun yi kira da a magance yawan haraji a Kano Daliban su 1130 sun fito ne daga makarantar koyar da kiwon Kifi data koyar da ilimin kwamfuta data koyar da kiwon dabbobi data koyar da ilimin…

Ado Salisu The Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) has appointed Sufyan Olojoku as captain of Team Nigeria ahead of the 2025 Pan African Youth Scrabble Championship scheduled to take place in Kenya. In a statement signed by NSF spokesperson Maxwell Kumoye on Friday in Lagos, the federation said Olojoku was chosen for his calm disposition, wealth of experience, and strong rapport with fellow players. Olojoku, who has represented Kwara State since 2021, boasts an impressive track record. He won a silver medal at the 2021 National Youth Games, two gold medals and a silver in 2023, and has competed for Nigeria…

Ado Salisu The Executive Secretary of the NUC, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, has expressed the commission’s readiness to confirm the approval of the review of Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN) operational licence. Professor Ribadu stated this while receiving the management of the university led by its Vice Chancellor, Professor Abdulrashid Garba, who paid him a courtesy visit in his office in Abuja. The Executive Secretary further explained that the commission is ready to forward the approved operational licence to the university next week. He assured the management of the commission’s readiness to assist in addressing any challenges the university might…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that the Federal Government is collaborating with the United States Embassy in Nigeria to educate the public about the new U.S. visa regulations, to ensure compliance by applicants during the visa application process. The Minister,stated this during a joint press conference with the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills Jr. He stated that the sensitization was necessary as the United States remains one of the most frequently visited destinations for Nigerians. He said for decades, Nigerians have been visiting the United States for various reasons, including tourism,…

President Bola Tinubu condoles with the government and people of Benue State on the passing of Chief Audu Ogbeh, the former Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). President Tinubu also commiserates with the late statesman’s family, friends and associates. Chief Ogbeh, who was 78 years old, served Nigeria in several administrations, including as Minister of Communications in the Second Republic and later as Minister of Agriculture under President Muhammadu Buhari. President Tinubu acknowledges Chief Ogbeh’s intellectual contributions to policy formulation and his articulation of practical solutions to complex national challenges. The President recognises that Chief Ogbeh, who joined politics…

The Kano State Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim, has officially commissioned the Lungu Kal-Kal Project at Layin Dan’isa, Yakasai Quarters, in Kano Municipal Local Government Area. The commissioning marks a key milestone in the State Government’s urban renewal agenda, designed to upgrade infrastructure, improve environmental management, and enhance the living conditions of residents. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim described the Lungu Kal-Kal Project as a crucial step toward transforming Kano’s urban landscape. He noted that the initiative will improve drainage systems, reduce flooding, and boost the overall quality of life for residents…

As part of activities marking World Breastfeeding Week, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has organised rallies across Kano State in partnership with U-Reporters and other youth groups to raise awareness on the benefits of breastfeeding. The rallies were simultaneously held at several key locations, including Dangi Roundabout, KSIP Roundabout along Ahmadu Bello Way, Central Road, Triumph Roundabout, Lagos Street, Hotoro Roundabout on the Eastern Bypass, Government House Roundabout along State Road, and Abubakar Rimi Market. Other sites included Kofar Gadon Kaya, Kofar Nasarawa, Gadar Lado along Zaria Road, and Yankaba Market along Hadejia Road. Speaking at the Dangi Roundabout…

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has ordered the immediate dismissal of two Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) over separate cases of gross misconduct, following damning findings from state investigative committees. A statement issued by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, confirmed the sacking of Abubakar Umar Sharada, SSA on Political Mobilization, who was indicted as the mastermind in the controversial bail of a notorious drug baron, Sulaiman Aminu Danwawu. Gov Yusuf Accepts Commissioner’s Resignation in Drug-Related Bail Saga The investigative panel confirmed Sharada’s direct involvement through his own testimony. According to the dismissal letter, Sharada must…

The Kano State Government KNSG plans to establish a robust tracking and accountability system aimed at improving healthcare delivery and closing immunization gaps across the state. Director General of the Kano State Primary Healthcare Management Board (SPHCMB), Professor Salisu Ibrahim, disclosed this commitment while hosting members of the Kano Community of Practice (CoP) on immunization under the Zero Dose Learning Hub ZDLH in his office. Borno: Nat’l Assembly Kicks Off Oversight in ZDLH Focal States Professor Salisu revealed that Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration is developing a comprehensive roadmap to address immunization challenges, with a particular focus on the…