The Kano State Government KNSG has reiterated its commitment to working with developers and non-governmental organizations to enhance the well-being of its citizens through renewable energy initiatives and energy-efficient practices. The State Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Dr. Gaddafi Sani Shehu, stated this during a one-day sensitization workshop on Energy Efficiency in Public Buildings, organized by GIZ German Development Partners in collaboration with the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy, held in Kano. Dr. Gaddafi explained that the workshop was designed to raise awareness about energy efficiency and promote sustainable practices in public buildings to reduce energy consumption and…
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Ibrahim Ibrahim The Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP), Jigawa State chapter, has appealed to the state government to implement the new ₦32,000 minimum pension recently approved by the Federal Government. Speaking during a programme on Radio Jigawa, the State Chairman of the Union, Mallam Umar Sani Babura, said the Union had already submitted a formal request to the state government for adoption and payment of the new rate. Retired Police Officers Under CPS Appeal to Pres Tinubu to Sign Police Pension Exit Bill He expressed confidence that Governor Umar Namadi would approve the increase once the committee in charge of…
Ado Salisu The Federal Government has announced a pledge of ₦1 billion to the University of Jos for the completion of its sports facilities, as part of ongoing efforts to promote youth development and sports excellence across Nigerian universities. The Chairman of the NUGA Technical Committee, Professor Musa Garba Yakasai, made the announcement during the opening ceremony of the Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) Games, which attracted dignitaries including the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, and the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. According to Professor Yakasai, the funds will be disbursed through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND),…
Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, celebrated his 65th birthday anniversary in his hometown of Gwarzo with a series of community-focused activities that emphasised education, humanitarian service, and spiritual reflection. Kano Deputy Governor Calls for Regional Synergy As part of the celebration, the Deputy Governor distributed educational materials, including books, chalks, dusters, uniforms, and Islamic books, to students across various schools in the Gwarzo community. He encouraged them to remain dedicated to their studies and uphold moral discipline as future leaders of the state. A special prayer session was held at the Gwarzo Central Mosque, where over 100…
The Chairman, Kano State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government Affairs, and Member representing Bebeji Constituency Alhaji Muhammad Tiga Bebeji, has led an inspection visit to Tarauni Local Government Area to assess the progress of development projects recently approved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for execution across local governments in the state. According to the Information Officer of Tarauni Local Government, Adamu Iliya Hotoro, the committee inspected several key projects, including the renovation of the Tarauni Local Government Secretariat, rehabilitation of Alu Village Primary Health Care Centre, renovation of the Gyadi-Gyadi Police Station, and the construction of toilets at…
The Kano State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC) and supported by the UK-FCDO Lafiya Programme, has held a two-day Validation Workshop for the Tom Brown Business Case, a homegrown nutrition and economic empowerment initiative. The workshop brought together key stakeholders from government, development partners, and the private sector to review, refine, and validate the Tom Brown Business Case, a strategy designed to promote the production and commercialisation of Tom Brown. Katsina distributes 90,000 bags of grains to tackle malnutrition crisis This nutritious, locally produced complementary food combats child malnutrition…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The Jigawa State Open Government Partnership (OGP) has unveiled its final Strategic Action Plan III (SAP III), with a strong emphasis on improving access to justice and ensuring faster prosecution of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) cases across the state. The new plan developed in collaboration with the Jigawa State Government and the UKaid-funded Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) aims to strengthen transparency, accountability, and service delivery in key sectors, while prioritizing justice reforms and gender inclusion. PROMAD, NYFF, SERDEC Unite to Drive Youth Inclusion in Nigeria’s OGP NAP IV Speaking at the unveiling event, the OGP…
Ado Salisu The Vice Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Professor Haruna Musa, has charged athletes representing the institution at this year’s Nigerian Universities Games Association (NUGA) competition to be good ambassadors throughout the championship. Professor Musa described sports as a vital tool for fostering unity, peace, and cordial relationships among various ethnic groups in the country. Speaking through the university’s Director of Sports, Professor Rabiu Muhammad—popularly known as Chanhu—the Vice Chancellor said the university has continued to prioritize the welfare of its athletes as part of efforts to motivate and encourage them to excel in both national and international…
Sani Haruna Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the implementation of the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE)programme in the state, citing poor progress and lack of transparency in its execution. The Governor voiced his displeasure while receiving a delegation from the World Bank and the National Project Team, led by Mr. Shinsaku Nomura, Task Team Leader and Senior Economist, during a courtesy visit at Government House, Birnin Kebbi. Governor Idris said he was “not impressed” with AGILE’s performance in Kebbi, stressing that his administration will not tolerate inefficiency or mismanagement in education-related…
Khadijah Aliyu -Nigeria Preamble: We, political leaders from civil society, youth, women, researchers, innovators, and partners, gathered in Dakar for the eighth edition of the Forum and the Prix Galien Africa 2025, We are concerned about : • The disproportionate health burden on the African continent, which bears more than 24% of the global disease burden with only 3% of the global health workforce and less than 5% of global health spending; • The glaring strategic vulnerability of Africa, where more than 70% of essential medicines, basic healthcare products, and up to 99% of vaccines consumed are imported, exposing countries…