PROMAD Infotech Foundation, the Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF), the Nigeria Open Government Partnership (OGP), and the Socio-Economic Research and Development Centre (SERDEC) have announced a new partnership to organise regional dialogues. The dialogue aims to amplify youth voices in co-creating Nigeria’s Fourth National Action Plan (NAP IV) for the implementation of the OGP. PROMAD launches project to deepen accountability In Nasarawa The initiative, launched under the Strengthening Youth Participation in the OGP Process in Nigeria project, seeks to ensure that the commitments in NAP IV reflect the ideas, priorities, and aspirations of young Nigerians. According to a joint statement…
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The Kano state commissioner of Information and internal affairs Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya and others, including Information Officers and Public Relations practitioners, have been formally inducted into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). The high-profile event brought together senior government officials, media executives, scholars, and key stakeholders from both the public and private sectors. Waiya 71 others Cleared for NIPR Direct Membership Induction 72 of the inductees were drawn from the Kano State Government, three from Jigawa State, while five others came from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, and private organisations. In his remarks, Commissioner Waiya congratulated his fellow…
The Management of Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has expressed deep sadness over the tragic death of Umar Abdullahi Hafizi, a Level T 300 student in the Department of Sociology, who was stabbed to death by phone snatchers at his residence at Dorayi Quarters in Gwale Local Government Area. This was contained In a statement signed by the director Public Affairs BUK Lamara Garba made available to Radio Nigeria. Leadership for Young Women: CGS BUK Partners Rosa Luxemburg Foundation According to him, while the unfortunate incident occurred outside the University premises, the Management has reiterated its commitment to the safety and…
Ado Salisu The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mr. Bukola Olopade, has come under fire following a threat of legal action against Channels Television and sports development advocate, Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, over recent public comments concerning his role in the commission. Hon. Gara Gombe, founder of the Athletics and Other Sports Development Initiative, an NGO committed to promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance in sports, raised serious concerns over the conduct of Mr. Olopade since his appointment as NSC DG. Gara Gombe Calls for Suspension of AFN Elections In a press statement issued in Abuja, Hon.…
The Jigawa State Government said it will conduct a Computer-Based Test (CBT) for all classroom teachers to assess their teaching competence and enhance the quality of education. Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB ), Prof. Haruna Musa, disclosed this while briefing newsmen in his office on Wednesday. He said the CBT is in line with the Jigawa state Governor Malam Umar Namadi’s desire towards the improvement of the quality of teaching and learning in the state. He noted that the move became necessary looking at the teachings and learning crises the state has been going through for…
Kano State Agency for the Control of AIDS (KSACA), in collaboration with KNCV Nigeria, has launched a two-day orientation and data validation exercise on Hepatitis B. The initiative is targeted at strengthening grassroots-level response by equipping Community Health Volunteers (CHVs) from all 44 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state with enhanced knowledge and tools. The orientation is being facilitated by Dr. Auwal Inuwa Bello, a TB/HIV Cascade Monitor with KNCV Nigeria, who is leading technical sessions on best practices in hepatitis B prevention, screening, referral, and community-level data reporting. The exercise is strategically aligned with KSACA’s monthly data validation…
The Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kano State Chapter, Hajiya Bahijja Malam Kabara, has called on all women journalists in the state to support the activities and initiatives of NAWOJ for the collective growth and development of female journalists. NAWOJ Commends Ondo CPS for Supporting Journalists’ Widows Comrade Bahijja made the call during the continuation of NAWOJ’s media tour to Radio Nasara and Ammasco Radio. She emphasized the critical role of young women journalists in ensuring the smooth running and sustainability of the association, encouraging them to take active participation in NAWOJ’s programs and leadership processes.…
The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, CP Ibrahim Bakori, has pledged the Command’s full support to the Kano State Censorship Board in its efforts to uphold cultural values and curb immorality in the state. CP Bakori made the pledge during an advocacy visit by the Executive Secretary of the Board, Abba El-Mustapha, who led a delegation to the Police Command headquarters. National Film Censorship Board Seeks Collaboration with Kano He commended the board’s leadership, particularly the efforts of El-Mustapha in regulating the Kannywood film industry and promoting morality through strict oversight. The CP assured the board of continued collaboration,…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has issued a stern warning to all public officials in the state, cautioning them against engaging in matters of public interest without obtaining prior approval from appropriate authorities. This directive follows the resignation of the Commissioner for Transport, Alhaji Ibrahim Namadi Dala, who stepped down amidst allegations of his involvement in securing the bail of a suspected drug baron. Gov Yusuf Accepts Commissioner’s Resignation in Drug-Related Bail Saga The Governor’s warning was conveyed in a statement signed by the Director General of Media and Publicity, Alhaji Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the…
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu, Rukayya Muhammad Fema, and Hadiza Kashim Kalli on emerging world champions in English language communication skills and debate at the 2025 TeenEagle Global competition in London, United Kingdom Seventeen-year-old Nafisa was named the overall best in English language skills; 15-year-old Rukayya emerged as the overall best in debate, while Hadiza clinched the outstanding talent award (gold medal). Tinubu Hails Kaduna’s Development Efforts, Pledges More Support President Tinubu commends these exceptional young Nigerians for the feat and affirms that the nation’s future is much brighter with many of its youth as repositories of excellence.…