President Bola Tinubu condoles with the government and people of Benue State on the passing of Chief Audu Ogbeh, the former Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). President Tinubu also commiserates with the late statesman’s family, friends and associates. Chief Ogbeh, who was 78 years old, served Nigeria in several administrations, including as Minister of Communications in the Second Republic and later as Minister of Agriculture under President Muhammadu Buhari. President Tinubu acknowledges Chief Ogbeh’s intellectual contributions to policy formulation and his articulation of practical solutions to complex national challenges. The President recognises that Chief Ogbeh, who joined politics…
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The Kano State Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim, has officially commissioned the Lungu Kal-Kal Project at Layin Dan’isa, Yakasai Quarters, in Kano Municipal Local Government Area. The commissioning marks a key milestone in the State Government’s urban renewal agenda, designed to upgrade infrastructure, improve environmental management, and enhance the living conditions of residents. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim described the Lungu Kal-Kal Project as a crucial step toward transforming Kano’s urban landscape. He noted that the initiative will improve drainage systems, reduce flooding, and boost the overall quality of life for residents…
As part of activities marking World Breastfeeding Week, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has organised rallies across Kano State in partnership with U-Reporters and other youth groups to raise awareness on the benefits of breastfeeding. The rallies were simultaneously held at several key locations, including Dangi Roundabout, KSIP Roundabout along Ahmadu Bello Way, Central Road, Triumph Roundabout, Lagos Street, Hotoro Roundabout on the Eastern Bypass, Government House Roundabout along State Road, and Abubakar Rimi Market. Other sites included Kofar Gadon Kaya, Kofar Nasarawa, Gadar Lado along Zaria Road, and Yankaba Market along Hadejia Road. Speaking at the Dangi Roundabout…
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has ordered the immediate dismissal of two Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) over separate cases of gross misconduct, following damning findings from state investigative committees. A statement issued by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, confirmed the sacking of Abubakar Umar Sharada, SSA on Political Mobilization, who was indicted as the mastermind in the controversial bail of a notorious drug baron, Sulaiman Aminu Danwawu. Gov Yusuf Accepts Commissioner’s Resignation in Drug-Related Bail Saga The investigative panel confirmed Sharada’s direct involvement through his own testimony. According to the dismissal letter, Sharada must…
The Kano State Government KNSG plans to establish a robust tracking and accountability system aimed at improving healthcare delivery and closing immunization gaps across the state. Director General of the Kano State Primary Healthcare Management Board (SPHCMB), Professor Salisu Ibrahim, disclosed this commitment while hosting members of the Kano Community of Practice (CoP) on immunization under the Zero Dose Learning Hub ZDLH in his office. Borno: Nat’l Assembly Kicks Off Oversight in ZDLH Focal States Professor Salisu revealed that Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration is developing a comprehensive roadmap to address immunization challenges, with a particular focus on the…
The Kano State Commissioner for Internal Security and Special Services, retired Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Umaru, has donated security equipment worth over one hundred thousand naira to the Tudun Yola Community Security Committee. Presenting the items on behalf of the commissioner, retired Deputy Superintendent of Police Adamu Muhammad said the gesture was aimed at strengthening security operations in the area. BUK Assures Justice for Slain Student, Collaborates with Security Agencies He commended the committee’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property, urging them to sustain their efforts. Muhammad also reaffirmed the ministry’s readiness to support initiatives that will curb insecurity and…
A wani muhimmin mataki na yaki da cutar zazzabin cizon sauro, Karamar Hukumar Gwarzo ta kaddamar da rabon gidan sauro Mai sinadarin kashe sauro har guda 189,600 ga al’umma a fadin yankin. An kaddamar da wannan aikin ne a asibitin ’Yar Kasuwa da ke unguwar Alkalawa a cikin garin Gwarzo, inda jami’an lafiya suka bukaci al’umma da su rika amfani da gado-gadon a kullum domin kariya daga cutar. Da yake jawabi a wajen taron, Shugaban hukumar samar da Lafiya a matakin Farko na Karamar Hukumar, Alhaji Sulaiman Abdulqadir Karaye, wanda ya wakilci Shugaban Karamar Hukumar, Dr. Mani Tsoho Gwarzo, ya…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says 11 million children under five in Nigeria are currently living in severe child food poverty, making them 50% more likely to suffer from wasting, a life-threatening form of malnutrition. The UNICEF Chief of Field Office Kano, Mr Rahma Rihood Mohammed Farah, stated this during the official handover of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) procured through a joint government and UNICEF Child Nutrition Match Fund initiative held at PHC Takai LGA. Jigawa State Government Hands Over 500M RUTF To UNICEF Represented by UNICEF’s Health Manager, Dr Serekeberehan Seyoum Deres, Mr Rahma said 51.9% of children…
Ado Salisu In a decisive move to bolster players’ welfare in Nigerian football, the National Association of Nigerian Professional Footballers (NANPF) has announced the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Kalu Chijioke as the Director of Players’ Safety and Security. The appointment was formally communicated to the Force Sports Officer, CP Tony O. Emefiele, via an official letter signed by the NANPF leadership and addressed to the office of the Inspector General of Police in Abuja. Sokoto Emerges Winner of UBEC N/west Sports Competition NANPF, an affiliate of both the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the Trade Union Congress…
Ibrahim Ibrahim Butchers and Livestock Sellers Association Jigawa State Chapter has launched a fundraising campaign for nomination forms of President Bola Ahmad Tinubu and Governor Umar Namadi ahead of the 2027 general elections. State Chairman of the Association, Dr. Muhammad Maifulani Dutse, disclosed this while speaking at the launching empowerment programme for the Association, held in Dutse, the state capital. North East APC Forum Endorses Tinubu/Kashim Ticket for 2027 He said the Association endorsed President Bola Ahmad Tinubu and Governor Malam Umar Namadi for a second term in the 2027 general election due to the transformative impact on people’s lives.…