Uba Abdullahi Investing in Women Nigeria (IIW-NG) has reaffirmed its commitment to unlocking the potential of marginalized communities, particularly women, through gender inclusiveness and respect. At a recent two-day training workshop in Kano State, IIW-NG’s Project Manager, Mr. Fu’ad Umar Farouk, emphasized the importance of collaborative approaches to societal development, highlighting women’s crucial role in streamlining the pathway to advancement. PWDs in Ikara LGA Get Economic Boost from WOFAN ICON-2 The workshop, attended by Gender Champions from 44 local government areas, aimed to promote women’s empowerment, inclusion, and address gender-based violence. Resource persons, including Malama Hauwa Umar and Haj. Jummai…
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Ado Salisu The Directorate of Security table tennis team has emerged victorious in the Northwest University Kano’s inter-staff games, defeating the Registry team 2-0. The competition, held at the university’s premises, aimed to promote staff fitness, health, and productivity. Vice Chancellor Professor Muktar Atiku Kurawa praised the event, pledging the university’s continued support for sports development. Northwest University Kano Kicks Off Staff Games 2025 In the table tennis final, the Security Directorate took gold, while the Registry secured silver. The Faculty of Science won bronze, defeating the Internal Audit team 3-0. The university’s spokesperson, Mallam Abubakar Ibrahim, congratulated the winners,…
Ibrahim Ibrahim No fewer than four people have been confirmed dead, and ten others injured following a tragic motor fire incident in Gwaram Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The spokesman for the Jigawa State Police Command, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, confirmed the incident in a statement issued to newsmen. Kano Governor Commiserates with Jigawa Over Majia Fire Tragedy According to the statement, the accident occurred on Saturday at about 4:00 PM when a white Hummer bus with registration number ZAK 382 XA caught fire. The vehicle was transporting 44 passengers—25 adults and 19 children—from Zaki LGA in Bauchi State…
The Kano State Hospitals Management Board HMB has commenced the distribution of free uniforms to health workers in state-owned facilities. Speaking while handing over the materials to the directors of the board heading the various departments in the health sector, the executive secretary HMB Dr. Mansur Mudi Nagoda pointed out that, the gesture is part of efforts by the present administration under the leadership of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf to promote quality healthcare delivery. Kano HMB Embarks On Comprehensive Healthcare Transformation “The move is aimed at promoting a sense of identity and professionalism among health workers” According to the Executive…
The Kano state Commissioner for Health Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf has been honored with a Certificate of Recognition for Excellence in Public Health Transformation. The award was presented at a Strategic Health Summit held in Abuja, which recognized Heroes of Health across the country. Commissioner for Health Decorated as Hypertension Ambassador The award, presented by the Adviser to the President on Health, Dr. Salma Anas Ibrahim, acknowledges Dr. Yusuf’s outstanding leadership in transforming Kano’s healthcare system. Dr. Abubakar credited the entire team at the Ministry of Health for their hard work and dedication, emphasizing their commitment to building a healthier…
Clinging onto its position as Africa’s leading conglomerate, the Dangote Industries Limited has instituted a plethora of cutting-edge technology in creating top-notch efficiency for all its companies. Speaking weekend at the just concluded 46th Edition of the Kaduna International Trade Fair, Senior Advisor to the President of the Dangote Group, Fatima Wali Abdurrahman, said the digitization exercise is a sustained endeavour, adding that it has helped in speeding up manufacturing and sales. Aliko Dangote Pledges 7 Key Interventions To Kano University “As some of you may be aware, we have since digitized our manufacturing and sales processes through the deployment…
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has announced the 5th edition of the National Spokespersons Awards (NSA) 2025, in partnership with Image Merchants Promotion Limited. The awards aim to recognize outstanding spokespersons who have demonstrated exceptional professionalism, transparency, and impact across various sectors. NIPR Honors Gov. Namadi with Diamond Award for Excellence This year’s edition features 25 award categories, including: Outstanding Spokesperson of the Year Outstanding Government Spokesperson (Federal and State) Outstanding Corporate Spokesperson Outstanding Spokesperson in various sectors (Security, Banking, Insurance, Health, Education, Digital Economy, Marine & Blue Economy, Power, Oil & Gas, and Hospitality) Distinguished Crisis Management…
The Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has expressed its heartfelt condolences to the family, staff of Rahma Radio, and the entire journalism community over the demise of Abubakar Dahiru Yakasai. In a statement signed by Chairman Comrade Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi and Secretary Abubakar Shehu Kwaru, the council described Yakasai’s death as a great loss to the media community in Kano and beyond. Waiya Mourns Passing of Rahma Radio’s Abubakar Dahiru Yakasai The statement remembered Yakasai as a humble, dedicated, and reliable journalist who contributed significantly to the development of journalism during his lifetime. His death…
In recognition of his transformative leadership in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, the New Telegraph Newspaper has honored Mr. Mele Kolo Kyari, the 19th Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), as its Man of the Year for 2024. New Telegraph Award Validates Gov Yusuf’s Education Agenda The award was presented by the distinguished Senator Representing Abia North Senatorial District and Publisher of the New Telegraph Newspaper, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu who was accompanied by Senator Representing Edo North Senatorial District, Adams Oshiomole; the Chairman of the Occasion, Chief Olabode…
The Ex-Naval Chief, Vice Admiral Jibrin Usman (Rtd.), and Brigadier-General Ishaya Bauka are still on ICPC’s wanted list for their alleged involvement in a N3bn fraud. Therefore, any claim that the amended charges by ICPC have exonerated the duo of charges concerning embezzlement and abuse of office is fallacious and a figment of the imagination of the writers, it should be disregarded. ICPC Charges Students Against Inappropriate Use of Social Media It should be clearly stated that there is a subsisting arrest warrant against the two ex-military officers, whoever sees them could assist in bringing them to justice. For…