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The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has commenced a two-day technical meeting to validate its revised 2026 Operational Guidelines as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare governance and improve service delivery under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Kano First Agenda. The meeting, held at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) of Muhammad Abdullahi Wase Specialist Hospital in Kano, brought together departmental directors, heads of units, and technical staff to review the Agency’s operational framework in line with emerging healthcare priorities, national standards, and global best practices. Speaking on behalf of the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, the…

The National Library of Nigeria has activated its newly subscribed Taylor & Francis database as part of efforts to enhance access to digital research resources and strengthen the capacity of its workforce. The database was officially activated on Thursday during a training session for staff, coordinated by Havilah Merchants Limited. The training was facilitated by Ms. Anjuli Gupta, who provided participants with practical guidance on the effective use of the Taylor & Francis platform. She demonstrated how to navigate the database using the Google Chrome web browser to access a wide range of electronic journals and e-books. The initiative forms…

The Kano State House of Assembly has commenced a four-day strategic retreat for its members and management staff in Kaduna State, aimed at promoting legislative inclusiveness and strengthening good governance. The retreat, which began on Thursday, is organised by the Assembly in collaboration with SAHL Human Resource and is designed to enhance the capacity of lawmakers and legislative staff for improved service delivery. In a statement issued by the Speaker’s Chief Press Secretary, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, the Speaker of the Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, said the retreat underscores the Assembly’s commitment to building a more effective, transparent, and…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned four individuals before the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, over an alleged money laundering scheme involving $5,296,691. The defendants—Bamidele Ayodele Emmanuel, Abdullah Oriyomi, Garuba Fathiat Funmilayo, and Gbenro Victor Ademola—were arraigned on Wednesday by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the EFCC before Justice F. N. Ogazi. They were separately charged on two counts each bordering on money laundering, contrary to the provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. According to one of the charges, Bamidele Ayodele Emmanuel allegedly retained $826,691 in his Wema Bank account between…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the immediate dissolution of the Presidential Implementation Committee (PIC) on the Alienation of Federal Government Properties, bringing an end to the committee’s operations after more than two decades. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, all matters relating to the activities of the dissolved committee will henceforth be coordinated by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi. The committee was established in 2000 during the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo…

Fresh details emerged on Wednesday in the House of Representatives’ investigation into the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, as the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Walson-Jack, admitted that her office failed to carry out adequate due diligence before granting key approvals to the purported agency, The PUNCH reports. Also, the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation blamed one of its officials for diverting an official letter that allegedly helped sustain the scheme. The ongoing probe centres on allegations that Prince Adeyemi Adeniyi, who presented himself as the Director-General of the PFIPC, secured official…

The Acting Provost of Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies (AKCILS), Kano, Dr. Ali Tamasi Mu’az, has appealed to the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to provide a solar mini-grid for the institution to improve electricity supply and support teaching, learning and administrative activities. Dr. Tamasi made the request during a working visit to the Managing Director of the REA, Alhaji Abba Abubakar Aliyu, in Abuja. He said the proposed solar mini-grid would complement the efforts of the Kano State Government in addressing the College’s growing energy needs and ensuring a more reliable power supply. The Acting Provost commended…

Jigawa State has commenced its 2026 State Joint Annual Review (JAR) and Stakeholders’ Strategic Dialogue, bringing together government officials, development partners, civil society organisations and health experts to assess the performance of the state’s health sector and chart a course for improved healthcare delivery. The two-day review, held at the Ahmadu Bello Hall, New State Secretariat, Dutse, was declared open by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abdullahi Muhammad Kainuwa. The meeting, chaired by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Kabir Ibrahim Aliyu, and coordinated by the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics, Dr. Yusuf Saleh, is reviewing…

The Federal Government has called on the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) and other pastoralist associations to intensify sensitisation of their members on the adoption of modern livestock production practices to improve productivity, enhance livelihoods and accelerate the transformation of Nigeria’s livestock sector. The Honourable Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, made the call while representing the Federal Government at the two-day National Conference of MACBAN held in Abuja. Maiha said pastoralist associations enjoy the trust and confidence of livestock producers across the country, making them strategic partners in ensuring that herders and other livestock…

Jamila Sulaiman Aliyu The Kano NUJ Online Media Chapel has organized a one-day capacity-building workshop to enhance the knowledge and skills of journalists on effective and professional election coverage. Speaking at the workshop, the Chairman of the Online Media Chapel, Comrade Abubakar Dangambo, said the training was organized in collaboration with the Aminu Magashi Garba (AMG) Foundation to prepare journalists for responsible and ethical reporting throughout the electoral process. Kano Online Chapel Hosts Workshop to Boost Credibility in Journalism Dangambo explained that the initiative was aimed at strengthening members’ professional competence and equipping them with the necessary skills to report…

Ado Salisu Former Gombe State Football Association Chairman and sports promoter, Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, has challenged former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Barrister Solomon Dalung, to account for key decisions taken during his tenure rather than engaging in public exchanges. Gombe’s remarks followed Dalung’s description of him as a “serial blackmailer” seeking attention, while referencing petitions Gombe had previously submitted against the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and his subsequent appointments within the country’s sports administration. Speaking on the development, Gombe said he had initially chosen not to respond to Dalung’s recent political comments but decided…

Ado Salisu The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) have emerged winners of the Inter-Union Sports Competition organised by Northwest University, Kano. The competition, held at the university’s permanent site in Tudun Yola, was organised by the Directorate of Sports under the leadership of Malam Ahmad Surajo to strengthen cordial relationships among staff unions and promote teamwork for the overall development of the institution. ASUU won the football event after securing seven points from three matches, while NAAT claimed the titles in the chess and table tennis events. Speaking at the closing…

Ado Salisu The National President of Ringo Sport Club Nigeria (RSCN), Malam Ahmed Mohammed Sule, has conferred the National Sports Tourism Conference and Exhibition (NASTOCE) 2026 Meritorious Award on the Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Alhaji Ali Muhammad Ali, in recognition of his contributions to media infrastructure development and the promotion of sports tourism in Nigeria. The award was presented at a ceremony held at the NAN Headquarters in Abuja. Speaking at the event, Malam Ahmed commended Alhaji Ali for his commitment to excellence and collaboration, describing his leadership as instrumental in strengthening the relationship between…

Sani Dutsinma The Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK), in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has launched the Green Rising Campaign with the planting of 1,000 tree seedlings to promote youth-led climate action and environmental sustainability. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Birnin Kebbi, the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Professor Muhammad Zaiyan-Umar, said the initiative underscores the institution’s commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development. Professor Zaiyan-Umar explained that the campaign is being implemented in partnership with the Kebbi State Ministry of Environment, the Nigerian Environmental Society (NES), Kebbi State Chapter, the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency…

The Chairman of Gaya Local Government Council, Hon. Mahmud Gaya Tajo Sani, has sponsored 22 female indigenes of the area for admission into the Kano State College of Nursing and Midwifery to study Midwifery. The beneficiaries will undertake their studies at the College’s campuses in Kano, Madobi, and Danbatta. Speaking during a brief presentation ceremony, Hon. Mahmud Gaya Tajo presented admission letters to the beneficiaries, congratulated them, and urged them to remain committed to their studies while serving as good ambassadors of Gaya Local Government. The Chairman explained that the students would undergo a three-month probationary period, after which they…

Enhancing Communities Action for Peace and Better Health Initiatives (e-CAPH) is strengthening its institutional systems and promoting accountability through participation in a three-day Organisational Capacity Strengthening Training organised by the EngenderHealth Consortium Kaduna. The training brings together key stakeholders to enhance knowledge and practical skills in critical areas of organisational development, including governance, resource mobilisation, resource management, and internal control systems. Representing e-CAPH at the training is the organisation’s Finance Officer, whose participation reflects the organisation’s commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and strengthening internal systems. The initiative is expected to improve e-CAPH’s financial management practices, enhance accountability mechanisms, strengthen…

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the appointment of General Officers Commanding for newly established Nigerian Army divisions as the military expands its command structure to strengthen operations across the country. The appointments followed President Bola Tinubu’s approval for the creation of four additional Nigerian Army divisions as part of ongoing efforts to improve the Army’s operational capacity, command and control, and response to emerging security challenges. In a post obtained from the Nigerian Army’s X post on Wednesday, the Nigerian Army said the new formations would begin operations after attaining Initial Operational Capability, while…

The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority has announced that full enforcement of its cashless fare payment policy will begin on August 1, warning commuters who pay cash for rides on regulated public transport services that they may face penalties. The authority said the enforcement is designed to strengthen accountability, improve transparency and ensure compliance with electronic payment systems across Lagos’ regulated transport network. As reported by Daily Post on Wednesday, LAMATA disclosed this during an X Space discussion with transport stakeholders and industry leaders titled “Lagos Cashless Transit: What Aug. 1 Enforcement Means to You.” The agency’s Head of Legal,…

UEFA’s 55 member associations will hold an emergency meeting later this week to discuss FIFA’s controversial proposal to sell stakes in its major competitions to external investors. The virtual meeting comes after FIFA unveiled plans to establish a new commercial subsidiary to manage its flagship tournaments, including the men’s and women’s World Cups and the Club World Cup. The world governing body says outside investors would be allowed to purchase stakes in the new entity as part of efforts to generate more revenue for global football. FIFA said the proposal would enable it to increase global development funding to $10…

A 28-year-old widow identified as Tosin has become the centre of a viral case involving alleged threats, intimidation, and attempted dispossession by her late husband’s family, just eight days after his death. The incident, shared on Tuesday by activist Harrison Gwamnishu on his X handle, has prompted a response from the Lagos State Government, which confirmed that the alleged perpetrator had been arrested. In a video posted by the activist, a man identified as Tosin’s father-in-law is seen padlocking the gate of the property, apparently locking the widow out of the house. Sharing the footage, Gwamnishu wrote, “Standing with young…