Sani Haruna The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the World Bank, has trained more than 40 representatives of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), and security officials in Kebbi State on Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R). The two-day Stakeholders Engagement Workshop, held in Birnin Kebbi, focused on equipping participants with strategies to strengthen disaster risk reduction and improve emergency response, particularly in the face of predicted flooding in low-lying communities. NEMA, World Bank Partner Kano on Flood Preparedness, Disaster Mgt Speaking at the opening ceremony, NEMA Director-General, Hajiya Zubaida Umar, said the…
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Ibrahim Ibrahim Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has signed into law a ₦75 billion supplementary budget for the 2025 fiscal year. The budget, which was passed by the State House of Assembly last week after due scrutiny, comprises ₦58 billion for the state government and ₦17.109 billion for the 27 local government councils. UNICEF Urges Jigawa State to Adopt Child-Sensitive Budgeting Governor Namadi explained that the supplementary appropriation would boost ongoing projects and programmes across critical sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, and other developmental initiatives. Yusuf Presents N99bn Supplementary Budget to cover wage others In December 2024, the…
The Kano State Government KNSG has commended the Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH) Community of Practice CoP, for its contributions toward reducing the high number of zero-dose children in the state. The Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, made the commendation during an advocacy visit by members of the Kano Community of Practice (CoP) on Immunisation Budget Accountability at his residence. Kano Moves to Strengthen Healthcare Tracking and Accountability through ZDLH The team was led by the Chairman of the Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) Advisory Board, Hon. Muhammad Usman, who thanked the Deputy Governor for granting them audience and…
Kano State will, in October, roll out an integrated vaccination campaign targeting more than 7.8 million children aged 9 months to 14 years against measles, rubella, and polio. The announcement was made during a media dialogue on sensitization and mobilization, organized by the Kano State Primary Healthcare Management Board (SPHCMB) in partnership with the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA) and global polio eradication partners. UNICEF Urges Media to Spread Facts on Vaccination as Kano Targets 7.8m Children Speaking at the event, the Director-General of SPHCMB, Professor Salisu Ibrahim, described the upcoming exercise as the largest vaccination campaign in West…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says 7.8 million children aged 9 months to 14 years in Kano will be vaccinated during the upcoming Integrated Measles-Rubella and Polio Campaign. Speaking at a Media Dialogue, Orientation, and Mobilisation Session in Kano, the Chief of the UNICEF Field Office, Mr Rahma Rihood Mohammed Farah, explained that the campaign will adopt fixed, temporary, and sweep team strategies to ensure that all eligible children are reached. UNICEF, IHS, Canada, Inaugurate Solar Oxygen Plant in Kano He pointed out that, each measles-rubella vaccination team will consist of 11 members, while polio sweep teams will have…
The Kano State House of Assembly KNHA has received the names of two commissioner nominees from Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for confirmation as members of the State Executive Council. The correspondence from the Governor was read during plenary by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore. Albdulkarim Rabiu Maude SAN and Dr. Aliyu Isa Aliyu. Kano Assembly Confirms Waiya, Sagagi Others As Commissioners Until his nomination Dr Aliyu served as the Director General of the Kano Bureau of Statistics. Governor Yusuf explained that the nominations were made based on merit, integrity, and a proven track record in public service. The…
Mohammed Idris The Federal Government FG strongly condemns and categorically refutes recent allegations by certain international platforms and online influencers suggesting that terrorists operating in Nigeria are engaged in a systematic genocide against Christians. Such claims are false, baseless, despicable, and divisive. Portraying Nigeria’s security challenges as a targeted campaign against a single religious group is a gross misrepresentation of reality. While Nigeria, like many countries, has faced security challenges, including acts of terrorism perpetrated by criminals, couching the situation as a deliberate, systematic attack on Christians is inaccurate and harmful. Gaza Conflict : Over 42,000 Palestinians Killed, 97,720 Wounded…
The Federal Ministry of Education (FME) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and quality service delivery, emphasizing strict adherence to procurement guidelines as it approves new projects aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s education sector. Speaking at the 2nd Ministerial Tenders Board (MTB) meeting for the 2025 financial year, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Abel Olamuyiwa Enitan, reminded all stakeholders especially directors and project implementers that ignorance of procurement procedures is not an excuse in contract execution. Uphold Ethics as We Reform Procurement for Citizens’ Benefit-KNSG He stressed the importance of diligence and professionalism, adding that all budget…
Renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has revealed that she once battled with depression a dark season that nearly silenced her passion for fiction. Speaking in an interview with CNN Africa, the award-winning writer of Half of a Yellow Sun and Americanah admitted that during that period, she was “deeply unhappy” despite attempts to mask it. “I was fighting depression. In that period, just deeply unhappy. And there are ways to try and hide your unhappiness, but it’s there. It’s a constant sort of shadow with you. And it’s not a good place to be,” she said. Adichie explained that…
Sani Haruna Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has described the emergence of the new Emir of Zuru, His Royal Highness Alhaji Sanusi Mikailu Sami, Gomo III, as an act of God and the true desire of the people. The Governor made the remarks when the Emir, accompanied by his council members and stakeholders of the Emirate, paid a courtesy visit to Government House, Birnin Kebbi. New Emir of Zuru Emerges, Receives Letter of Appointment Dr. Idris said the unity of Zuru and Yauri Emirates as Kebbi South remains a source of strength for the state, adding that due process…