The Youth Society for the Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Social Vices (YOSPIS) has inaugurated members of its Youth Reference Group and unveiled its Youth Agenda for 2026, aimed at strengthening youth-focused advocacy and accountability initiatives in Kano State. The Reference Group, according to the organisation, will provide strategic guidance and advisory support to advance YOSPIS programmes and deepen youth participation in development processes. YOSPIS Inaugurates Youth Reference Group, Unveils 2026 Youth Agenda In his welcome address, Dr Musa Bello, the Board Chairman of YOSPIS, noted that since its establishment in 1999, the organisation has made a significant impact in…
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The Adolescent Health Information Project (AHIP), in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), has inaugurated a Technical Working Group (TWG) for the Resilient Opportunities for Outreach, Trade, and Sustainability (ROOTS) project in Kano State. The committee brings together key stakeholders, including representatives from the National Human Rights Commission, NSCDC, NCFRMI,NAPTIP,NOA and the Ministries of Humanitarian Affairs, Agric,among others. Its mandate is to provide coordinated technical oversight, policy alignment, and multi-stakeholder guidance to ensure the effective implementation of the ROOTS project. In her opening remarks, AHIP Executive Director Dr. Mairo Bello highlighted the critical role stakeholders play in mitigating…
The Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) has called on the Borno State government to ensure data transparency and access to promote effective tracking of health sector spending. The call was contained in the 2025 Immunization Budget Accountability Scorecard, released by AHBN in collaboration with its Communities of Practice across Bauchi, Borno, Kano, and Sokoto States. The report, signed by AHBN Coordinator Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba, assessed government commitments to immunization financing, budget releases, and service delivery outcomes. According to the scorecard, Borno State reached a historic milestone in 2025 by allocating 15 percent of its total budget to the health…
The Africa Health Budget Network has urged the Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board (KNSPHCMB) to prioritise timely and adequate disbursement of the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) received from the National Primary Health Care Development Agency to primary healthcare facilities. AHBN made the call in a statement issued in collaboration with its Communities of Practice CoP across Bauchi, Borno, Kano, and Sokoto States signed by the AHBN Coordinator Dr Aminu Magashi Garba, to highlight key findings from the 2025 Immunization scorecard, which assessed government commitments to immunization financing, budget allocations, fund releases, and service delivery outcomes for…
The Provost of Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies (AKCILS), Professor Balarabe Abubakar Jakada (Majidadin Kauran Katsina), who also serves as Chairman of the Forum of Heads of Kano State-Owned Tertiary Institutions, has led members of the Forum on a congratulatory visit to the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor of Northwest University, Kano, Professor Amina Salihi Bayero. Speaking during the visit, Professor Jakada stated that the Forum organized the meeting to formally congratulate Professor Bayero on her well-deserved appointment. He noted that the gesture aligns with the Forum’s long-standing tradition of collectively welcoming and congratulating heads of institutions appointed by…
The Kebbi State Government has set up a high-powered committee to investigate recent fire incidents in schools across the state, aiming to determine their causes and recommend measures to prevent future occurrences. The announcement was made in a statement issued in Birnin Kebbi by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Malam Yahaya Sarki. The statement was conveyed on behalf of the Office of the Executive Governor through the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Innovation and Digital Economy. The committee is chaired by Ibrahim Muhammad Sakaba, Commissioner for Innovation and Digital Economy, with Professor Sulaiman Khalid, Chairman of…
Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has ordered the posting of medical doctors, nurses, and support staff to commence services at Kuka Village Comprehensive Primary Healthcare, recently upgraded to a General Hospital. The directive was given during an inspection of the hospital facilities in Kuka Village, Kalgo Local Government Area. Governor Idris also approved the installation of a 50 kVA solar power system to enhance service delivery and ease the work of hospital staff. Additionally, he ordered the rehabilitation of the road linking Makera to Kuka Village to improve access to the facility. Addressing residents, Governor Idris…
Ado Salisu The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has taken a major stride in modernizing the sport by partnering with Roster Athletics, a world-class cloud-based competition management platform trusted by federations across England, Australia, Denmark, New Zealand, and beyond. The collaboration gives Nigerian athletes, coaches, and officials access to seamless online registration, automated seeding, live results, and integration with elite timing systems used in international championships. This marks a significant step in ensuring that competitions, from grassroots meets to the U-18/U-20 African Athletics Championships, meet world-class standards, providing athletes with a professional and fair platform to showcase their talent. AFN…
Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested Suleman Mamuda, 30, for allegedly killing his wife, Umaima Maidawa, 25, in Bayawa Village, Augie Local Government Area of the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed the incident to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. According to the statement, the alleged killing occurred on January 13, 2026, when the suspect reportedly struck his wife with the wooden handle of a hoe, resulting in her death. Following the incident, Mamuda fled the area but was later traced and arrested through police investigation and information from community members.…
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Kano State Chapter, has pledged to support women online vendors through interest-free loans, office accommodation, and capacity-building programs aimed at enhancing their businesses. The pledge was made by the Chairman of the forum, Dr. Goni Faruk Umar, while receiving the leadership of the Women Online Vendors Association during a courtesy visit to the ACF headquarters in Kano. Dr. Umar disclosed that the forum would provide soft, interest-free loans to eligible members, alongside entrepreneurship training to strengthen their business and management skills. He emphasized that the initiative reflects ACF’s commitment to women empowerment and economic self-reliance.…