The Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to improving access to education for the girl-child. Speaking during a live chat on TVC’s Luminah programme, she emphasized various government initiatives aimed at ensuring that no child is left behind in the country’s education system. Ministerial Briefing: Education Minister Highlights Renewed Hope Addressing Girl-Child Education and Dropout Rates Professor Ahmad acknowledged the challenges faced by many girls in continuing their education, noting that circumstances often force them to drop out. To address this, she explained that special classes are being provided for those…
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Kabiru Haruna Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, the Minister of State for Education, has faced undue criticism for her remarks regarding the closure of schools in some states during the month of Ramadan. However, it is crucial to clarify that her statement was not intended to undermine Islam but to emphasize the importance of education, particularly in a country where academic progress remains a challenge. Meet The New State Minister For Education Dr. Suwaiba Sa’id Understanding the Context of Her Remarks Some critics have misinterpreted Professor Suwaiba’s position, portraying it as an attack on religious values. However, her concern was rooted…
Kabiru Haruna The 2025 Ministerial Briefing was held at the National Press Centre, Radio House, Abuja, where the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, outlined the landscape of Nigeria’s education sector under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Minister Inaugurates Quality Education and Girl-Child Initiatives Dr. Alausa highlighted critical challenges in the sector, noting that of Nigeria’s 60 million school-age population, 45 million are categorized as learning poor, while 15 million remain out of school. He emphasized the need to transform these challenges into opportunities by increasing access to education and improving its quality. With Nigeria’s population exceeding…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reiterated the Nigeria Police Force’s unwavering commitment to upholding press freedom and protecting the civic space in Nigeria. KNSG, Online Media Partner to Enhance Public Enlightenment This reaffirmation was made during a courtesy visit by the Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), Mallam Jibrin Baba Ndace, to the IGP at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. Kano Stray Bullet Red Flag for Journalists in Yusuf’s Administration IGP Egbetokun commended the VON for its efforts in promoting a positive image of the Nigeria Police Force and welcomed its offer to partner with…
Muhammad Salisu Stakeholders in Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa converged to review the institutional Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) systems in the states. The meeting, supported by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), aimed to assess progress, identify challenges, and develop strategies for improved collaboration and coordination among stakeholders. KNSG, UNICEF Urges Nigerians To Desist From Open Defecation The outcome of the meeting is expected to inform the development of strategies for strengthening institutional WASH systems, ultimately benefiting communities in Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa states. In her remarks, WASH officer UNICEF Field office Kano, Stella Okafor explained that, the primary objective…
Khadijah Aliyu The Aliko Dangote Foundation has flagged off the 2025 Annual National Food Intervention Project, valued at N16 billion. The initiative aims to distribute 1 million 10kg bags of rice to vulnerable Nigerians across the 774 Local Government Areas. Aliko Dangote Pledges 7 Key Interventions To Kano University Speaking at the ceremony in Kano, chairman Aliko Dangote Foundation, Alhaji Aliko Dangote pointed out that the project was launched in Kano State, where 120,000 bags of rice will be distributed across the 44 Local Government Areas. Dangote,represented by his daughter Marya Aliko Dangote stated that “This annual initiative, which embodies…
Sani Haruna Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has received a comprehensive evaluation report on the Katsina State College of Health Sciences and Technology (COHESKAT) and 31 Private Health Training Institutions (PHTI) operating in the state. The Chairman of the panel and Commissioner for Lands and Physical Planning, Dr. Faisal Umar Kaita delivered the report, noting serious deficiencies among most private institutions. Private Health Institutions:Parents, Students Appeal to Katsina Gov’t The visitation panel, which was inaugurated on October 25, 2024, completed its assessment of these institutions to address concerns about the proliferation of private health training facilities and verify…
Sani Haruna A humanitarian initiative sponsored by the First Lady of Katsina State, Hajiya Zulaihat Dikko Radda, is set to provide free medical care to over 500 people in the state. The Save Space Humanitarian Initiative launched a medical outreach program at the Comprehensive Health Center in Dutsinma. Kano Provides Free Maternity Kits Cesarian Surgeries to Women The program aims to reduce the burden of medical costs on individuals and provide quality healthcare services to those in need. During the program, various ailments will be diagnosed and treated. Patients with complicated issues will be referred to secondary facilities. Additionally, beneficiaries…
Sani Haruna Residents of Dutsinma Local Government Area in Katsina State are grappling with a severe water shortage, forcing them to rely on raw water from streams, dams, and expensive water vendors. The solar-powered water system constructed by the state government is not functioning properly, leaving residents without access to clean drinking water. Tap water has become a luxury, and households are struggling to cope with the situation. Atmosfair, NAGGW Launch Solar Borehole Project in 3 States Water vendors are taking advantage of the situation, selling 25-liter Jerry cans of water for N100, a price that is unaffordable for many…
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing the building material needs of Nigerians. The Permanent Secretary of the ministry Dr. Shuaib Belgore, emphasized the importance of partnering with local building material producers to promote domestic manufacturing. Minister Dangiwa’s Kano visit: Boosting Affordable Housing Dr. Belgore stated that the Ministry is interested in partnering with the Building Materials Producers Association of Nigeria (BUMPAN) to ensure that most building materials are produced locally. “This partnership aims to promote and expand local manufacturing, creating jobs for manufacturers, builders, artisans, and others” The Ministry is open to Public-Private…