Khadijah Aliyu The Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN) has made a significant impact in the Kudai community, Dutse local government, Jigawa State by commissioning a Women’s and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) Centre, solar-powered boreholes, 24 tricycles, and hand-operated tricycle carriers. in commemoration of international Peace Day 2024. Speaking at the event, the executive director of WOFAN, Hajiya Salamatu Garba, explained that the ICON 2 project is in collaboration with the MasterCard foundation. She pointed out that the initiative aims to uplift marginalized groups and improve living conditions in the region. “The 24 tricycles will support local agro-commodity transporters and loaders,…
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Khadijah Aliyu Nigeria Ministers of Health from the Lake Chad Basin countries and Sahel sub-region have launched a comprehensive cross-border coordination plan to combat the spread of variant poliovirus in Central and West Africa. This initiative aims to strengthen collaboration among seven key countries – Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Mali, Niger, and Nigeria – to interrupt transmission by the end of 2025. The plan focuses on: Enhanced Cross-Border Coordination: Establishing multi-country coordination mechanisms to oversee cross-border activities and facilitate seamless cooperation among nations. Synchronized Vaccination Campaigns: Implementing high-quality immunization campaigns across borders to cover all at-risk populations.…
Education stakeholders from Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa states gathered in Kano to discuss ways to increase funding for Early Child Care Development Education (ECCDE). In his remarks Chief of UNICEF field office Kano, Mr Rahma Farah Muhammad Rihood Farah, explained that, the initiative is crucial as ECCDE lays the foundation for basic and post-basic education, setting the stage for lifelong learning and personal growth. Represented by UNICEF Kano Field Office Education Manager, Michael Banda,he emphasized that early childhood education makes children more productive and dedicated to their work. hence the need for every states to reflect on it and ensure…
The Kano state governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf says Artificial Intelligence AI has tremendous potential to transform governance, enhance public services, and reform election processes in Nigeria. Governor Abba stated this at the 5th Kano Social Influencers Summit KANSIS Organized by the Center for Information Technology and Development CITAD. Represented by his special Assistant on State Matters Usman Bala, explained that, Artificial Intelligence AI has the capacity to streamline electoral processes, minimize human error, and enhance transparency. “Giving the experiences of Nigeria’s 2023 general elections which witnessed the exploitation of vulnerable youths, electoral violence, and the corruption of electoral officials”…
Khadijah Aliyu Ward development committee WDC chairmen in Kano have praised Pathfinder International for its efforts in raising awareness about the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine across the state. During a townhall meeting organized by Pathfinder International and KNSPHCMB, chairmen of Danmaliki, Chiranci and Na’ibawa wards Tukur Abdullahi, Sabi’u Ado, and Abubakar Ibrahim Yusuf commended the organization for its volunteer community mobilizers VCMs training and town hall meeting. The chairmen emphasized that the public lacks basic information about the HPV vaccine, which is crucial in eradicating cervical cancer. They urged the government and stakeholders to intensify their efforts in disseminating knowledge…
Khadijah Aliyu A community based organization CBO in Kano society for child support and economic empowerment SOCSEE says it is leading Tuberculosis intervention across 30 LGAs in the state. The executive director SOCSEE Sunusi Hashim made the disclosure during an event to mark the CBOs nine years anniversary held in Kano According to him, as the lead CBO it has engaged 30 community based organizations in Kano for Tuberculosis program in addition to over five thousand HIV/AIDS patients integration. He maintained that,SOCSEE was established in 2014, and commenced with advocacy and distribution of mosquito nets, TB program, community Strengthening system…
Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori, Deputy National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) North, has congratulated Muslims on the occasion of Eid-ul Maulud, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Dalori urged Muslim faithful to emulate the virtues of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), who is the epitome of leadership, wisdom, and kindness. “This occasion is an important date on the Islamic calendar. I therefore urge the Muslim faithful to emulate the noble teaching of the prophet of Islam” He emphasized the importance of reflecting on the Prophet’s teachings and praying for peace and economic well-being for the country. “Let us reflect and…
Khadijah Aliyu In a bid to eradicate cervical cancer, a non-governmental organization, Pathfinder International, has embarked on a project to raise awareness and increase uptake of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in Nigeria. The project in collaboration with the Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria, the Nigeria Cancer Society and government agencies, aims to educate communities on the importance of HPV vaccination through advocacy, outreach, and communication campaigns. However, a training session for volunteer community mobilizers VCMs was organized by Pathfinder International in collaboration with the Kano state primary healthcare management board KNSPHCMB to equip them with the necessary knowledge and…
The Managing Director of the Refuse Management and Sanitation Board Kano REMASAB, Ambassador Haruna Ahmadu Zago says the agency is committed to ensure prompt payment of Salaries of the personnel,but Biometric Data Capture is very essential to ensure prudent exercise. In a statement made available to journalist in Kano the Managing Director of REMASAB said since the inception of the Administration of Engineer Abba Kabir Yusufs Administration, the Agency was committed towards ensuring effective sanitation of the metropolis and other LGA’s of the state. He debunked some media reports where some personnel of REMASAB alleged that they have not been…
The speaker Kano State House of Assembly Jibril Ismail Falgore, has extended warm felicitations to Muslims on the occasion of Eid Maulud, marking the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). In a statement, by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Kano State House of Assembly Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai made available to newsmen. Falgore expressed the Assembly’s solidarity with Muslims, wishing them a joyous celebration. He emphasized the significance of Eid Malud as a time for love, reflection, and remembrance of the Prophet’s teachings. The speaker urged Muslims to embody the Prophet’s values by showing compassion and kindness to all, regardless…
NNPC Ltd Releases Estimated Pump Prices of PMS from Dangote Refinery, Based on September 2024 Supply The NNPC Ltd. Has released estimated prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as Petrol (obtained from the Dangote Refinery) in its retail stations across the country. The estimated prices are based on negotiated terms between NNPC Ltd. And Dangote Refinery which recognise the current international gasoline prices and the prevailing foreign exchange rate in line with the provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. The NNPC Ltd. can confirm that it is paying Dangote Refinery in USD for September 2024 PMS…
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Kano Chapter has joined the Muslim Ummah in celebrating the Maulud of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.), with a call to emulate his virtues of compassion, kindness, and generosity. In a statement signed by the assistant secretary NAWOJ Kano Aisha Yalleman made available to newsmen. The chairperson NAWOJ Kano Comrade Bahijja Malam Kabara, urged Muslim women to be obedient to their husbands, maintain good relationships with their neighbors, and teach their children the history and characters of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.). Comrade Kabara also appealed to wealthy individuals to assist the less privileged, as exemplified by…
Uba Abdullahi Hon Zakariyya Abdullahi Nuhu, Member of the State House of Assembly representing Gabasawa Constituency, has congratulated the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the birth of the Holy Prophet of Islam, Sallalahu Alaihi Waahlihi Wasallam, in the holy month of Rabi’u Auwal. In his message, Hon Zakariyya emphasized that adhering to the teachings of the Holy Prophet is the only way to overcome the current challenges facing society. He urged Muslim faithfuls to abide by Islamic injunctions in their daily lives, stating that this is the only exit route from the present predicament. Hon Zakariyya praised Allah for…
The public has been advised to get vaccinated against the human papillomavirus HPV to eliminate cervical cancer. The head of the department of Human Anatomy Yusuf Maitama Sule University who doubles as the coordinator Nigerian Cancer Society Kano branch Dr. Maryam Nasir Aliyu made the call during a VCMs training on HPV vaccine and cervical cancer. According to her, getting vaccinated againt HPV is the best way to protect the society against the spread of cervical cancer, saying that in Nigeria it’s a significant health issue and is the second commonest cancer with high mortality rate among women. Dr. Maryam…
Kano, Nigeria – In a bid to strengthen its healthcare system, the Kano State Government, through the Sustainable Health Commodity Supply System Committee (SHCSSC), has organized a 3-day capacity-building workshop for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. The workshop, held in collaboration with Global Affairs Canada and Nutrition International’s Improved Diarrhea Treatment Outcome Project, implemented by Forward in Action for Education, Poverty, and Malnutrition (FAcE-PaM), aimed to enhance the supply chain management of healthcare commodities in public primary and secondary health facilities. In his opening remarks, SHCSSC Chairman and Director Pharmaceutical Services, Ministry of Health, Pharm. Kamilu Mudi Salisu, emphasized the crucial…
Aliyu Abubakar As a youth corps member in 2005, I was torn between two promising job prospects. One was the potential of getting hired to teach as a Graduate Assistant in the Mass Communications Department of Bayero University Kano, and two, the opportunity of plunging deep into the pool of journalism practice. While my dream has always been to be a journalist and hopefully reach the pinnacle of the noble pen-pushing profession, I was, sincerely speaking, more attracted to, and more passionate about staying back on campus to impart knowledge and also grow into an academic. So, a few days…
Those with a deep knowledge of my biography will always remember me in the Faculty of Education’s Department of Education which I joined in July 1980 at the relatively young age of 24. With a professorship in 1997, I felt I had enough of Education: I was talking loud and saying nothing. So I shifted my research focus to media and cultural communication. I never thought it would lead to another professorship in 2012, giving an academically glamorous status of being ‘dambu mai hawa biyu’ (up till now, I don’t know exact what this epithet means!), or double professor –…
The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) recently held a quarterly review meeting to assess its progress and achievements since its inception. The meeting, supported by FCDO PLANE, brought together stakeholders to evaluate the forum’s performance and plan for future activities. In his opening remarks, Co-Chair Dr. Auwal Halilu highlighted K-SAFE’s significant achievements, including the development of strategic plans and engagement in various advocacy programs. He also commended the Kano State government for declaring a state of emergency on education, a move aimed at improving the state’s educational standards. The meeting aimed to review and identify areas for improvement,…
The Kano State Independent Electoral Commission, KANSIEC, has slashed the fee for nomination forms for chairmanship and councillorship positions in the upcoming Local Government election in the state. The Chairman of the state’s electoral umpire, Professor Sani Lawan Malumfashi announced that the nomination fee for Chairmanship and Councillorship is now N9 million and N4 million respectively. Dissatisfied with the KANSIEC’s position, the opposition paries went to court, where they obtained order restraining the commission from imposing the fees. The court had last week restrained the KANSIEC from charging the N10 million and N5 million for Chairmanship and Councillorship positions. Addressing…
Olufemi Soneye In the face of the challenges in the oil sector, particularly the current tightness in the supply of petrol, it has become fashionable to blame the national oil company, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPC Ltd), for everything. Last week, it was Prof. Pat Utomi who railed and fumed at the NNPC Ltd calling it one of the most opaque and unreliable companies in the world. Before then, The Punch had published an editorial in which it described the NNPC Ltd as a danger to Nigeria. The latest of these vitriolic attacks is by Dr. Muiz Banire,…