The Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board SPHCMB under the leadership of its Director General, Professor Salisu Ahmad Ibrahim, held a strategic meeting with Zonal Directors and Primary Health Care (PHC) Coordinators from all 44 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state. The meeting, which took place at the Board’s headquarters, served as a platform to review operational strategies, address service delivery challenges, and strengthen coordination across the state’s PHCs. Discussions focused on key issues, including the full implementation of Primary Health Care Under One Roof (PHCUOR) to unify governance and improve service integration, assessment of staff strength to…
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The world of Hausa journalism would miss a shining star with the retirement of Malam Mujtaba Ramalan Bello, a veteran journalist with Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, and former General Manager of Pride FM Gusau, Zamfara State. For over three decades, Malam Mujtaba captivated audiences with his golden and sonorous voice, bringing news and current events to the Hausa-speaking audiences. Two Years Of Effective Leadership of Tajudeen Abbas As Speaker Malam Mujtaba joined the FRCN in 1993 as a news presenter for Sashin Hausa, Radio Nigeria Kaduna. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming one of the best news…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The Partnership for Development Action (PADAC Foundation), a focal NGO of Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project, has planted 1.5 million trees in three communities worst hit by climate change in Jigawa state. PADAC Communication Officer in Jigawa State, Abdullahi Mukhtar, disclosed this at the tree planting campaign held in Ringim Local Government. Governor Abba Yusuf Leads 5.5 Million Tree Planting Movement He said the development is part of its efforts to restore degraded lands, protect the environment, and strengthen local livelihoods. According to him” the 1.5million tree planting targeted three communities of Dabi, Shafar and Furji…
The Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board (KSPHCMB), the Kano State Contributory Health Care Management Agency (KSCHMA), and members of the Kano State House of Assembly have embarked on a Joint Oversight Facilities Spot Check and Accountability Exercise. The initiative aims to enhance accountability and improve health care delivery in Kano State, Kiru LGA’s Journey to Becoming Open Defecation-Free The high-powered delegation included Prof. Salisu Ahmad Ibrahim, Director-General, KSPHCMB; Dr. Rahila Muktar, Executive Secretary, KSCHMA; Hon. Zakariya Alhasan Ishaq, Member representing Kura/Garin Mallam Constituency and Chairman, House Committee on Health; Hon. Hafizu Gambo, Member representing Bunkure Constituency; and Hon.…
The director-general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO),Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says President Bola Tinubu must be given credit for stabilising the economy. Okonjo-Iweala spoke during a courtesy visit to Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Thursday. She said what is needed next in the country is economic growth. Nigeria Will Miss Chief Audu Ogbeh’s Wisdom-Tinubu “So we think that the president and his team – and we just exchanged with him – have worked hard to stabilize the economy. And you cannot really improve an economy unless it’s stable,” Okonjo-Iweala said. She said what is needed next in the country is…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the timely completion of the Section Three of the 61 kilometer Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, who led a strong federal government delegation to the site of the road project as part of a wider Citizens’ Engagement tour of the South East, said that modern road infrastructure is vital to economic growth, improved safety, and citizens’ welfare. South East Projects in Focus as FG Begins Citizens’ Engagement “This project is a visible testament to government’s resolve to complete strategic highways nationwide for the benefit of…
Khadijah Aliyu The Kano State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA), in collaboration with the Health and Development Support Programme (HANDS), has organised a one-day strategic meeting to strengthen planning and coordination for Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) in the fight against Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). The meeting, held in Kano, brought together three representatives from each of the seven selected local government areas: Madobi, Kura, Kabo, Karaye, Kunchi, Rogo, and Sumaila. RUWASA, HANDS Hold Strategic Meeting to Boost NTDs Elimination Efforts in 7 LGAs In his welcome remarks, RUWASA Managing Director, Engr. Shamwilu Abdulqadir Tsamiya, represented by…
The Federal Government has commenced a three-day citizens’ engagement tour of Enugu and Ebonyi States in the South East, aimed at showcasing ongoing projects and interacting directly with citizens. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this at a parley with media executives and influencers in Enugu on Wednesday night. Uphold Ethics as We Reform Procurement for Citizens’ Benefit-KNSG This Minister was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, Mr. Chinasa Nnam Ogbodo. “The purpose of this evening’s gathering is to meet and greet with members of the Fourth Estate in Enugu…
Kabiru Haruna The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has inaugurated the Government–Private Sector Working Group, emphasizing that private sector participation is crucial to transforming Nigeria’s education sector. Speaking at the inauguration, Dr. Alausa described the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiatives (NESRI) as a clear demonstration of the Federal Government’s commitment to overhauling the nation’s learning system. He stressed that private sector engagement must align with NESRI’s objectives to deliver a stronger, more innovative, and equitable education framework. The Minister warned that millions of Nigerian children aged 5–14 face “learning poverty,” making it imperative to bridge the education gap…
In a landmark achievement, Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has successfully resolved its decades-long land dispute with the Danzakara community, bringing an end to years of tension and paving the way for stronger ties with its neighbors. The breakthrough, which comes just days before the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, completes his five-year tenure, was facilitated by the intervention of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf. BUK Assures Justice for Slain Student, Collaborates with Security Agencies Speaking in his office while receiving the Kano State Council of Ulama led by its Chairman, Sheikh Ibrahim Khalil, Prof. Abbas described the resolution as…