As the world marks World Health Day 2025, the Kano State-Led Accountability Mechanism (KanSLAM) has issued a passionate call for urgent action to address health inequalities across Kano State. In a statement signed by Co-chair, KanSLAM (CSO) Pharmacist Maimuna Yakubu, made available to newsmen in Kano. The statement explained that, KanSLAM notes that despite progress in some areas, deep disparities in healthcare access persist across urban and rural communities. KanSLAM Calls for Health Equality on World Health Day 2025 “A child born in rural Kano should have the same survival chances as one born in the city.” The accountability mechanism…
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Officers of the Rivers State Police Command on Monday morning dispersed protesters with teargas at Isaac Boro Park in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. Police Commited to Press Freedom, Protection of Civic Space-IGP The demonstrators, members of the ‘Take It Back Movement’, had gathered at the park around 9 a.m. to begin their protest when they were met by a heavy police presence. Nigeria Police Force Cautions Against Nationwide Protest Despite warnings from the police not to proceed with the protest, the protesters insisted on their right to assemble. “Nobody can tell us where not to gather, we are…
The Nigeria Police Force has read in the news that a group called “Take it Back Movement” is planning a protest across various states of the Federation, most especially the Federal Capital Territory, scheduled to hold on Monday 7th April, 2025, a day earmarked by the Federal Government as the National Police Day, to celebrate the resilience and dedication of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force. While not against the exercise of citizens right to peaceful assembly and association in Nigeria as enshrined in the Constitution, the Nigeria Police Force is deeply concerned about the motive behind such…
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved member, Mr. Ted Odogwu, a dedicated correspondent of The Punch Newspapers. In a statement signed by the chairman Kano correspondents chapel Alhaji Aminu Ahmed Garko. Alfindiki Mourns Galadiman Kano, Describes Late Sunusi as Kano’s Quintessential Prince He said ” on this somber occasion, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, The Punch Newspapers, and the public” Mr. Odogwu was a respected and valued member of our Chapel, known for his exceptional journalistic skills and unwavering commitment to the pursuit of truth. His contributions to our…
As the global community commemorates World Health Day WHD the Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR) joins in spotlighting the urgent need to prioritize maternal, newborn, and child health MNCH in Nigeria. In a statement signed by the Executive Administrator of Community Health and Research Initiative (CHR), Nafisa Shehu Ibrahim made available to newsmen. According to her, this year’s theme, “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” emphasizes the importance of investing in the health and well-being of women and children to build stronger, healthier societies. AHBN, SAMASHA Media Dialogue Raises Awareness on MNCH She noted that, globally, the scale of maternal and…
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has officially withdrawn its earlier invitation to Alhaji Sanusi, following the tragic events during the Sallah celebration in Kano on March 30, 2025. The invitation was extended to allow Alhaji Sanusi to provide his account of the violence that erupted in the state, but it has now been rescinded under the direction of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun. Breaking: Kano Police Ban Eid-el-Fitr Durbar Activities According to a statement issued by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, the decision to withdraw the invitation came after consultations with key stakeholders…
Suspected Lakurawa militants have killed at least 13 vigilante members in Morai village, located in the Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The attack reportedly occurred on Sunday after the vigilantes received intelligence about a potential raid and took positions in nearby bushes to intercept the assailants. Nuhu Ribadu Ya Musanta Zargin Da Nijar Ke Yi Akan Nageria A resident, Alhaji Augie, told Channels TV that the attackers arrived attempting to rustle cattle from the area. In response, the vigilantes attempted to ambush them to recover the livestock and repel the threat. “Unfortunately, they didn’t realise the terrorists had…
In response to Abba Anwar’s piece, “Ganduje Repeats History, Takes Peace to Kano,” the author, an erstwhile Press Secretary to Ganduje, portrayed his Principal, a former governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, as a peace ambassador is a deeply misleading narrative crafted to cover the truth of his divisive and manipulative actions. It is bewildering that anyone would attempt to depict Ganduje as a beacon of peace, given his long-standing history of fostering division and political manipulation. Ganduje Repeats History, Takes Peace to Kano The people of Kano are no strangers to the numerous actions Governor Ganduje undertook during his eight-year tenure that…
Ado Salisu A Federal High Court in Abuja has been asked to compel the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC) to investigate the petition filed by a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) Incorporated Trustees of Athletics and Other Sports Development Initiative over allegation of misappropriation, diversion of funds. Further in its petition the NGO alleged corruption in the AFN levelled against the AFN President, Tonobok Okowa, former Secretary General, Rita Mosindi, and Bukola Olopade who is now the Director General of the National Sports Commission, NSC. Gombe Petitions EFCC Over AFN’s Financial Mismanagement In the writ of summons made available to our…
Some residents of Kano, mostly women, were thrown into a fix, having invested their money into a food organisation that has allegedly scammed them. The organisation named Food Access, which is barely two weeks into the operation, promised its customers a crashed food price of which, after payment, they would be able to collect their items after five days. Alleged Fraud:JSC Sacks Registrar Terminates Watchman Contract Their price tags include Arome red oil 3L – N5000, Dangote salt 20kg – N4,000, 50kg Dangote Sugar – N45,000, IRS flour 50kg N30,000, 50kg Rice optimum/gerawa – N47,000, 10kg semovita – N7000, one…