The chairman of the House Standing Education Committee Kano state house of assembly, Alhaji Sulaiman Mukhtar Ishaq, says an Ak-47 rifle and live ammunition were found at Maikwatashi Secondary School Nasarawa local government area. Mukhtar, who doubles as member Representing the Madobi constituency, made the disclosure while presenting a report during plenary presided over by the speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore. According to him, earlier member Representing Nasarawa constituency Alhaji Yusuf Bello Aliyu raised a motion in September 2024 calling on the state government to relocate and reconstruct Maikwatashi secondary school. He pointed out that, during deliberations it was agreed…
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Kabiru Haruna The concept of money, a universal language understood across cultures and borders, has been a driving force behind human progress. However, its impact on society has been a mixed blessing. Since its inception as a medium of exchange, money has facilitated economic growth and development, yet it has also introduced complexities and challenges. From Barter to Digital Money: The Evolution of Trade The ancient method of barter, where goods and services were exchanged for other goods and services, had limitations. The difficulty in storing value, lack of standardization, and limited scalability hindered economic growth. The advent of commodity-based…
The Federal Government has handed over 64 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to representatives of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). When deployed for commuter service, the buses will significantly reduce transportation costs in the country, bringing hope for a more affordable and efficient public transport system. The handover of the buses took place on Sunday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary. The Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, led the government delegation…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is confident that it can increase crude oil production from 1.7 million barrels per day to 3 million, says Chief Corporate Communications Officer Olufemi Soneye. Speaking in Abuja on Saturday, at a Stakeholders Engagement Session with National Assembly journalists, Soneye emphasised that achieving this goal required support from all stakeholders, including security agencies, government, privately-owned oil companies, and host communities. He said that President Bola Tinubu’s directives to relevant security agencies have already yielded positive results, with daily oil production rising from 1.4 million to 1.7 million barrels. Soneye noted that synergy among…
The Aminu Magashi Garba AMG Foundation has honored nine (9) frontline health workers in Kano for their outstanding performance in the discharge of their primary duties of serving humanity and saving lives. In a statement signed by the director of operations of AMG Foundation Jalo Sulaiman The statement pointed out that the awardees were drawn from Gwale, Gwarzo, Garun Malam, Kumbotso, Kano Municipal, Nassarawa, Rano, and Tudun Wada local governments after scrutiny. Presenting the 3rd Dr. Aminu Magashi Annual Award of Excellence for Frontline Health Workers 2024, to the nine winners, Dr. Magashi commended them for their passion and commitment…
Manajan Daraktan Gidan Rediyon Jihar Kano, Kwamaret Abubakar Adamu Rano, ya bayyana aniyarsa ta farfado da martabar gidan rediyon . Abubakar Rano ya jaddada cewa aikin gidan Radio Kano ya wuce yada labarai da shirye-shirye kawai; yana aiki a matsayin wata cibiyar koyar da aikin jarida. Rano ya bayyana haka ne a lokacin da yake karbar bakuncin shugabannin kungiyar ‘yan jarida ta Najeriya reshen Kano, a ziyarar ban girma da shugaban kungiyar, Kwamared Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi ya jagorancin yan tawagarsa suka kai gidan Radio Kano. Bugu da kari, ya bayyana cewa manufarsa ita ce mayar da gidan Radio zuwa babbar…
Alhaji Auwalu Malami, Interim Management Officer of Madobi Local Government, has emphasized the importance of protecting children from polio, urging parents and caregivers to ensure their children receive the life-saving vaccine. This plea was made during the flag-off of the polio immunization exercise at Hausawa Kanwa Ward, aiming to vaccinate children under five years and create a polio-free Madobi. According to him, 2024 September OBR3 campaign Targets 53,700 children under five years The IMO emphasized on the importance of Personal Hygiene and Encouraged parents to adopt good hygiene practices due to cholera outbreaks in some local government areas. “By working…
Khadijah Aliyu Kano- The Kano state governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir, has flagged off the 2024 polio Eradication campaign targeting 3.6 million children in the Dawakin Kudu local government area. Flagging off the campaign, Governor Yusuf explained that his administration is committed to combating polio and other childhood diseases. He noted that the 2024 OBR3 campaign would target all eligible children, saying that it would go a long way in boosting their immune systems and curbing the virus’s spread, as Kano is one of Nigeria’s 18 high-risk states. He stressed the need for personal and environmental hygiene and expressed gratitude to…
Kabiru Haruna In the vibrant halls of Nigeria’s Ministry of Information and National Orientation, Sandra K Taddy shines as a beacon of dedication, humility, and leadership. As the Assistant Director of Field Operations, this accomplished daughter of Plateau State has earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues. The Hausa phrase ”Kallabi tsakanin rawuna” aptly describes Sandra – “woman amidst men” – a testament to her remarkable achievements in a field traditionally dominated by men. Her rise to prominence is a result of hard work, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Sandra’s humility and down-to-earth nature have endeared her…
Kabiru Haruna Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, the current Minister of Housing and Urban Development, is a shining example of dedication to providing affordable housing solutions in Nigeria. With over 20 years of experience in housing development and policy, Dangiwa has made significant strides in making housing accessible to all. Dangiwa’s commitment to affordable housing is rooted in his belief that housing is a fundamental human right. Throughout his career, he has worked tirelessly to develop and implement initiatives that benefit low-income families and marginalized communities. As Managing Director of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria from 2015 to 2022, Dangiwa…