Sani Dutsinma The Chairman of the Kebbi State 2026 Hajj Delegation, Alhaji Ahmad Jafar Jega, has undertaken an inspection visit to the Hajj Camp in Birnin Kebbi as part of preparations for the upcoming pilgrimage exercise. During the visit, Alhaji Jega was conducted round the facility by the Executive Chairman of the Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency, Alhaji Faruku Yaro Enabo, to assess the level of readiness ahead of the 2026 Hajj operation. The delegation reviewed key facilities and logistics put in place for the smooth conduct of the exercise, with the Chairman expressing satisfaction with the overall state of…
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Sani Dutsinma The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has accredited the Pharmacy Technician programme at Alliance College of Health and Environmental Science, Dutsinma, in Katsina State, following a successful verification exercise of the institution’s academic and training standards. The accreditation was confirmed during a visitation to the college premises, where the PCN inspection team assessed the institution’s curriculum, facilities, staffing, and overall compliance with regulatory requirements for pharmacy technician training. Speaking shortly after the exercise, the Chairman of the Council, represented by Pharm. Agbumart Igbokwe, expressed satisfaction with the level of compliance observed, noting that the institution had demonstrated adherence…
The BOOST Project, implemented by Save the Children International with funding from GlaxoSmithKline, in collaboration with the Kano State Community of Practice on Immunisation, Budget Tracking, Advocacy and Accountability (Kn-CoP), has intensified advocacy for stronger legislative backing to improve immunisation coverage in Kano State. As part of this effort, the Kano Community of Practice, in collaboration with BOOST Project, paid an advocacy visit to the Kano State House of Assembly to push for enhanced policies and increased funding to address the challenge of zero-dose and under-immunised children across the state. During the visit, the delegation engaged Hon. Abdulhamid Abdul, member…
The Nigerian Democratic Working Group has endorsed the nomination of Murtala Sule Garo as Deputy Governor of Kano State, describing the move as timely and in line with the principles of effective governance and democratic consolidation. In a statement signed by it’s National Coordinator, Mohammed Hussaini, the group commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for what it called a well-considered decision that reflects political maturity, inclusiveness, and a commitment to strengthening institutional leadership in the state. According to the group, the nomination highlights the importance of appointing experienced and capable individuals to key leadership positions to enhance governance outcomes and ensure…
The Kano State House of Assembly (KNHA) has constituted a 12-member committee to screen the Deputy Governor nominee, Murtala Sule Garo. This followed the reading of a correspondence from the Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, requesting the House to screen and confirm the nominee. The letter was read during plenary by the Speaker, Jibril Ismail Falgore. Kano Gov Moves to Fill Deputy Slot, Nominates Political Heavyweight Garo According to the Speaker, the governor is seeking approval for the appointment of Murtala Sule Garo as Deputy Governor pursuant to Section 191(3) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of…
The Aminu Magashi Garba (AMG) Foundation has strengthened healthcare service delivery across 13 rehabilitation centres under the Kano State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) by supporting a refresher training for frontline workers on drug dispensing, documentation, and psychosocial support for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The one-day training, held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the SEMA Conference Hall in Kano, brought together 14 healthcare workers organised by SEMA in collaboration with the Kano State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. In his welcome address, the Executive Secretary of SEMA, Alhaji Isyaku Abdullahi Kubarachi, underscored the importance of building the capacity…
Ibrahim Sulaiman The Kaduna State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming urban transportation through the Kaduna Transit Project, designed to provide a safe, efficient, reliable, and affordable public transport system across the state. The Director-General of the Kaduna State Transport Regulatory Authority (KADSTRA), Engr. Inuwa Ibrahim, made this known during a courtesy visit to the Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, at his palace in Zaria. He led a delegation comprising management teams from KADSTRA and Kaduna Line. Engr. Ibrahim said the visit was aimed at seeking royal blessings, as well as the support and cooperation of traditional…
Jamilu Abubakar Concerns over increasing violations against children in parts of Northeast Nigeria have taken centre stage, with stakeholders calling for urgent and coordinated action to safeguard every child’s right to safety and dignity. The call was made during a stakeholders’ roundtable held in Gombe, where journalists, social welfare workers, security agencies, legal practitioners, and traditional rulers from Adamawa, Bauchi, and Gombe States convened to strengthen efforts toward protecting children from abuse and neglect. Participants at the meeting stressed the need for zero tolerance for sexual violence against children, describing it as a grave violation that must be addressed collectively…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has transmitted the name of Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo to the State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as Deputy Governor. This was contained in a statement signed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. The nomination is in line with Section 191(3) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which empowers the Governor to nominate a Deputy Governor where a vacancy exists. The position became vacant following the voluntary resignation of the former Deputy Governor, Comrade Abdussalam Gwarzo, on March 27, 2026. Following a wide consultations with key stakeholders, the Governor…
Participants at a three-day training on Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) for dryland systems have described the capacity-building programme as a major catalyst for improving food security and economic advancement. The training was organised by the Adolescent Health Information Projects (AHIP) in collaboration with the Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA), Bayero University Kano (BUK), and funded by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) under its Resilient Opportunities for Outreach, Trade and Sustainability (ROOTS) project. A smallholder farmer from Bunkure, and member of the women rice processing and Fadama farmers group, Maimuna Idris Musa, said the training exposed her to modern techniques in…