The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission,Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has extended warm congratulations to the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the occasion of the country’s Independence Day. In his message, the AU Chairperson paid tribute to the resilience and determination of the Nigerian people, noting that their struggle for freedom and sovereignty continues to inspire nations across the African continent. “Nigeria’s journey stands as a beacon of resilience. The strides made in advancing peace, unity, and development, while overcoming the challenges of nation-building, remain a source of pride for Africa as a whole,” the…
Author: Editor
Read More
The African Union AU has urged global leaders to embrace Africa’s vision for artificial intelligence (AI) as a driver of inclusive growth, innovation, and sovereignty, stressing that the continent must not remain a passive consumer of technologies developed elsewhere. Speaking on behalf of the AU Commission Chairperson, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, Amb Selma Malika Haddadi, Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, told delegates at the G20 Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence for Africa (AI4Africa) in Cape Town that AI offers unprecedented opportunities for development if anchored in African values and realities. “Africa’s place at the G20 table is not courtesy—it is…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately remove the state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Bakori, following his absence and that of police personnel during Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day celebration in Kano. Speaking at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Wednesday, Governor Yusuf expressed disappointment that the Commissioner of Police and his men withdrew from the state parade on such a historic occasion. Nat’l Theatre Renamed Soyinka Centre as Tinubu Marks Independence “As you can see, on this important day marking Nigeria’s independence, the Commissioner of Police decided to pull out of the parade…
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly,Alhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore, has extended warm felicitations to Nigerians as the country marks its 65th Independence Anniversary. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, the Speaker described Nigeria’s post-independence journey as one filled with challenges and opportunities, noting that with vision and strategic planning, a brighter future is within reach. Kano Speaker Falgore Felicitates Muslims on Eid-Maulud Falgore highlighted the foresight of the nation’s founding fathers, who laid the foundation for a united, sovereign, and democratic country. He observed that despite hurdles, Nigeria today stands as a nation…
As part of activities to commemorate World Contraception Day, the Kano State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with Integrate Project, has urged residents to embrace birth spacing as a key strategy for improving maternal and child health. Speaking in Kano, the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, reaffirmed government’s commitment to strengthening the health sector with particular focus on women and children’s well-being. REMAPSEN, UNFPA Partner to Improve Family Planning in Africa Dr. Abubakar explained that birth spacing is vital for reducing maternal mortality and ensuring healthier families, especially in Kano the most populous state in Northern Nigeria.…
Khadijah Aliyu Nigeria In a landmark event in Cotonou, UNICEF, in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the Government of Benin Republic, officially launched the First Foods Africa Initiative a continental effort to address child food poverty and malnutrition by strengthening nutrition-sensitive food systems. Speaking at the launch, Prof. Julio Rakotonirina, AUC’s Director of Health and Humanitarian Affairs, emphasized that “nutrition is a right for every child, regardless of their geographic or economic background.” Alive & Thrive Closes with Success as KNSG Vows to Protect Nutrition Supplies He described the programme as “a decisive step towards eradicating child…
Khadijah Aliyu Entrepreneurship has been described as a major catalyst for eradicating gender-based violence, promoting climate-smart agriculture, and empowering women economically. After intensive sessions on business and financial literacy, participants of the two-day training for fifty women entrepreneurs in Kano State described the initiative as transformational. A tailor from Rimin Gado LGA, Khadijah Albashi said the training served as an eye-opener. “I have learnt how to save, and use modern techniques to improve my brand and prepare for the future,” She added that facilitators also guided them on how to combat gender-based violence by embracing climate-smart agriculture that enhances self-reliance.…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kano Zonal Office, has expressed readiness to deepen collaboration with Correspondents Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ in the fight against economic crimes. The Acting Zonal Director of the Commission, Sa’ad Hanafi Sa’ad, gave the assurance when he received the leadership of the Correspondents’ Chapel at the Commission’s zonal head office in Kano. Sa’ad described the media as a critical stakeholder in the anti-graft war, noting that journalists play an indispensable role in creating awareness, exposing corruption, and ensuring transparency. “Sincerely speaking, I really appreciate your coming. I want to call…
Gwamnatin Tarayya ta bayyana cewa mata masu zaman kan su, da ake kira “runs girls,” za su rika biyan haraji daga abin da suke samu a ƙarƙashin sabon tsarin haraji na ƙasa. Shugaban Kwamitin Shugaban Ƙasa kan Tsare-tsaren Haraji da Gyaran Haraji, Mista Taiwo Oyedele, ne ya bayyana hakan a ranar Talata yayin wani taron tattaunawa a Cocin Redeemed Christian Church of God, City of David, Lagos. Protest: Kano Commercial Sex Workers Decry Low Patronage A cewar Oyedele, sabon tsarin ba ya bambance tsakanin halastaccen kuɗi da kuma wanda ba shi da halacci, illa kawai ya na duba ko mutum…
Sani Haruna The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kebbi State has re-elected Alhaji Usman Bello Suru as its Chairman, along with 38 other executive members, to lead the party for another four-year term. The State Delegates’ Congress, held in Birnin Kebbi, was attended by party stakeholders and monitored by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Announcing the results, Chairman of the State Delegates’ Congress, Dr. Mukhtar Lugga, described the exercise as transparent, credible, and fair. He commended the delegates drawn from all 21 local government areas of the state for their patience, orderliness, and commitment throughout the process.…