Ado Salisu The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Kano State Chapter, has organised a comprehensive Basic Life Support (BLS) training for personnel of the Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA) as part of efforts to reduce road accident fatalities across the state. The training, held at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH), brought together over 50 KAROTA operatives for hands-on sessions on emergency response, CPR, and basic first aid. KTSCHMA Enrolls Over 542 in Dutsinma Health Center Speaking during the session, NMA Chairman, Dr. AbdulRahman Ali, called for stronger collaboration between the association and the Kano State Government to institutionalize such life-saving training…
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President Bola Tinubu has directed the expedited rollout of the free healthcare access initiative for low-income retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), describing it as a critical component of social protection and dignity in retirement. He also called for the prompt implementation of long-overdue pension increases and a minimum pension guarantee, which would provide a safety net for the most vulnerable pensioners under the CPS. Gov Yusuf Clears N22 Billion Pension Debt, Vows Full Settlement The President gave the directives after receiving a briefing from Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, the Director General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom). President Tinubu…
Ado Salisu The Katsina State Government has approved a series of landmark initiatives across education, healthcare, and energy sectors, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable development under Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda’s “Building Your Future” blueprint. Key among the decisions taken at the 10th Executive Council Meeting, chaired by Deputy Governor Faruk Lawal Jobe, was the approval of ₦588 million for the procurement and distribution of 156,566 textbooks to 578 junior and senior secondary schools across the state. SCI Enrols 2,100 Katsina Parents in Positive Parenting Classes Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Special Adviser on Primary and Secondary Education, Alhaji…
Ado Salisu Nigeria has officially been awarded the hosting rights for the 2nd African Schools Games, set in 2027. The announcement was made on Tuesday in Algiers, following a competitive bidding process that saw Nigeria triumph over other strong contenders, including South Africa and Kenya. Dikko Applauds Ogun Urges States to Match Sports Standard Reacting to the announcement, Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade expressed his excitement and pride in Nigeria’s achievement: “This is a huge win for Nigeria and for the future of sports development on the continent. Our successful bid is a testament…
The Kano State Government KNSG has reiterated its commitment to revitalizing the education sector by addressing the alarming condition of dilapidated schools inherited from the previous administration. Speaking during an inspection visit to Murtala Muhammad Senior Secondary School in Tarauni Local Government Area, the Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, described the current state of some public schools as a reflection of a decayed education system. Stakeholders Unite to Strengthen Security in Kano Schools “We inherited a decayed system in the education sector, and this is what we are trying to fix,” The Commissioner expressed dismay over the misuse…
The Kano State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office, citing his administration’s developmental strides across the northern region, particularly in Kano State. The endorsement was announced during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held in Kano, where party leaders also reaffirmed their unwavering loyalty to former APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, describing his leadership as visionary and inclusive. Ndume Threatens to Dump APC over Tinubu’s Performance Reading the meeting’s resolutions, Kano APC Chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, praised Ganduje for initiating transformative reforms during his tenure, including: The…
In a bold step to strengthen Kano State’s public health system, the Kano State Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Kano Independent Research Centre Trust (KIRCT), one of West Africa’s leading research institutions. A high-powered delegation from KNCDC, led by its Director General, Prof. Muhammad A. Abbas, paid a working visit to KIRCT’s state-of-the-art facility in Kwanar Dawaki. The team comprised senior officials from public health, laboratory services, emergency preparedness, epidemiology, and research. During the visit, KNCDC held high-level discussions with KIRCT Director General, Prof. Hamisu Salihu, and his management team. The deliberations…
The Kano State Commissioner for Transportation, Alhaji Ibrahim Ali Namadi, has tendered his resignation following his alleged involvement in the controversial bail of a suspected drug baron, Sulaiman Aminu Danwawu. The development came shortly after Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf received the report of an investigative committee set up to probe the matter. The resignation is being seen as a bold move in the administration’s continued pursuit of transparency, accountability, and public trust. In a statement signed by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Commissioner said his decision was made in the public interest, given the sensitivity of the…
The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) has called on the Kano State Government to ensure the timely release of approved education budgets to accelerate development in the sector and align with global standards. The appeal was made by the forum’s co-chair, Associate Professor Auwal Halilu, during an advocacy visit to the state Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda. Gov Yusuf’s N3B Education Reform Earns K-SAFE Commendation Halilu emphasized that timely disbursement of budgeted funds remains critical for achieving tangible outcomes in the state’s education system. Other recommendations by K-SAFE prompt release and implementation of education budgets,Recruitment and…
The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has hosted a technical workshop and town hall meeting in Kano as part of its ongoing nationwide engagement across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. The event aimed to strengthen collaboration between the federal and state governments in improving the ease of doing business, bringing together key stakeholders from both the public and private sectors. The day engagement was divided into two sessions morning and afternoon and featured vibrant panel discussions and stakeholder consultations focused on driving subnational economic reforms. In attendance were high-ranking officials from Kano’s ministries, departments, and agencies…