Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has urged the Federal Government to establish additional medical centres in the state to tackle emerging health challenges resulting from over a decade of insurgency. Governor Zulum made the appeal during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cede the General Hospital Azare to the National Orthopaedic Hospital in Abuja. Zulum had last year during a visit by the Director Hospital Services of the Federal Ministry of Health announced the ceding of General hospital Azare for the establishment of the Orthopedic hospital and over 400 million naira for the rehabilitation of…
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The Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN), in collaboration with SAMASHA a non-governmental organization based in Uganda paid an advocacy visit to the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KASCHMA). The visit aimed to update the agency on ongoing efforts to strengthen accountability in women’s health and to foster collaboration on family planning (FP) and maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) initiatives within the state. Leading the delegation, Dr. Musa M. Bello commended KASCHMA for integrating family planning services into its healthcare service package. He emphasized the importance of collaborative monitoring of FP services across health facilities to ensure transparency and…
Digitalization of every sector of the economy is paramount, especially in this era where Information Technology (IT) is expected to take the lead in curbing corrupt practices for the advancement and transformation of the country. The Director-General, Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr. Adebowale A. Adedokun, MCIPS, ACFE, made this known while receiving the delegation from the National Information and Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in his office in Abuja to deepen the relationship between the BPP and NITDA. BPP Partners ICPC to Strengthen Integrity in Public Procurement Dr. Adedokun ascribed the NITDA visit as a historic and welcome development, which…
The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has reaffirmed that no illegal deductions were made from student loans disbursed by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), contrary to earlier public speculation. Instead, he announced robust reform measures to streamline the financial interface between NELFUND and tertiary institutions, ensuring greater clarity, accountability, and efficiency in student loan disbursements. Dr. Alausa made this known during a strategic meeting with Vice Chancellors of Federal Universities, Executive Secretary of National Universities (NUC) and the Managing Director of NELFUND at the TETFund Auditorium in Abuja. He explained that reports of misappropriation initially circulated in…
In a bold step to strengthen accountability, transparency, and alignment with national development priorities, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola lead the formal signing of the 2025 Performance Bonds by the heads of government agencies under the Ministry. FG Vows to Achieve Sustainable Water Security and Sanitation The signing of the 2025 Performance Bonds was held during the conclusion of the two-day 2025 Sectoral Retreat of the Ministry in Abuja,themed “Maximizing Nigeria’s Maritime Potential: A Blueprint for Sustainable Blue Economy Growth.” The 2025 Performance Bond serves as a strategic commitment by agency chief executives to deliver on…
In a significant stride towards unlocking green finance and driving sustainable economic growth, the Federal Government has unveiled the Nigerian Climate Investment Platform (NCIP), It is a country-led initiative designed to mobilize up to $500 million in climate finance for infrastructure, resilience, and adaptation projects. FG, Agencies Unite to Address Climate-Related Disasters The NCIP is the result of a high-level meeting between the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, and a high-level delegation from the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), and the Green Climate Fund (GCF), held…
The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam has commissioned a brand new modern smart Divisional Police Station, Katampe in Mpape, Abuja, to strengthen internal security and safeguard lives and property. The brand new modern smart Divisional Police Station, Kamtakpe in Mpape, constructed by the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) was handed over to the Nigeria Police by the representative of the Honourable Minister, Dr. Anuma Ogbonnaya Nlia, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Police Affairs, Katampe in Mpape, Abuja The Minister said that the occasion marks a major milestone in their collective efforts to strengthen internal security and safeguard lives…
The Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Alhaji Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, and his entourage have safely arrived in Kazan, Russia, in preparation for the 2025 International Economic Forum. The forum, themed “Russia-Islamic World: Kazan Forum,” is scheduled to take place from May 15th to 16th, 2025. This year’s forum promises to be a significant event, bringing together international leaders, experts, and stakeholders in the property market to discuss and explore new opportunities for growth and development. As part of the forum, the International Property Market Exhibition and Conference will provide a platform for participants to showcase their…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja for Rome, the capital of Italy, on Saturday at the invitation of Pope Leo XIV. Accompanied by top Catholic leaders, President Tinubu will attend a solemn mass marking the beginning of the Pontificate of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, the 267th Bishop of Rome and the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church. Meet Pope Leo XIV: First American Pope in History In the Papal invitation sent by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Pope Leo XIV underscored the need for President Tinubu’s physical presence “at this moment of particular importance for the Catholic Church and…
Ado Salisu Kano state athletes coaches and officials to the 22nd edition of the national sports festival tagged: ” Gateway Games,” in Abeokuta, Ogun state have been urged to be good ambassadors. The state Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf represented by the commissioner of youth and sports, Alhaji Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso made the call while addressing the state contingent before their departure to Ogun state. Kano to Send Over 200 Contingent to Gateway Games in Abeokuta He explained that nothing could be achieved without patience and endurance as well as sportsmanship in any tournaments, urging to them to do their…