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Inside one of the offices at the imposing two-storey Kano Cancer Treatment Centre (KCTC), elderly cancer patient Salma Ahmed sits quietly on a chair, her face lit with a warm smile. For Salma, that smile represents relief, gratitude, and renewed hope after receiving free cancer treatment at the centre care that would normally cost hundreds of thousands of naira. For many Nigerians familiar with the high cost of cancer care, the financial burden from diagnosis to remission can be overwhelming. Treatment often involves repeated diagnostic tests, chemotherapy sessions, medications, and long hospital visits expenses that many families struggle to afford.…

An shiga sabon rikicin shari’a kan batun cike gurbin mataimakin gwamnan Jihar Kano, inda aka bukaci majalisar dokokin jihar Kano da ta dakatar da duk wani yunkuri na tantance Murtala Garo domin naɗa shi mukamin, har sai kotu ta yanke hukunci. A cikin wata wasika mai dauke da kwanan wata 15 ga Afrilu, 2026, wadda aka aikawa Kakakin Majalisar, Jibrin Falgore, lauyoyi daga kamfanin Suleiman Mohammed & Co. sun bayyana cewa sun shigar da kara a madadin Kuliyya Muhammad Salihu da wasu mutum biyu. Lauyoyin sun ce karar da aka shigar tana kalubalantar yunkurin tantance Murtala Garo domin nada shi…

In a significant milestone for cancer care in Northern Nigeria, the Kano Cancer Treatment Centre (KCTC) has commenced 3D brachytherapy services, marking a major advancement in the region’s healthcare delivery. The breakthrough was unveiled on Friday at the centre in Kano. Briefing journalists, the Chief Executive Officer of KCTC, Dr. Nafisa Abdul, explained that brachytherapy is a specialized form of radiation therapy. World Cancer Day: KCTC Drives Community Awareness on HPV, Cervical Cancer According to her, the treatment delivers high doses of radiation directly to cancer cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues and organs. Dr. Nafisa noted that…

The Federal Government has installed a 1-megawatt solar power system and 200 solar-powered streetlights at Bayero University, Kano (BUK), as part of efforts to enhance campus security and improve learning conditions under the Renewed Hope Agenda. The project, executed by the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), was carried out at the university’s old campus. Speaking during the commissioning, the Director-General of ECN, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, said the initial plan was to install 100 streetlights but was later increased to 200 in recognition of the university’s importance and large population. He noted that the intervention would significantly improve lighting across the…

The Vulnerable People Support and Development Initiative (V-PeSDI) has presented a Letter of Recognition to the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Public Procurement, Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Dr. Nura Iro Ma’aji, honouring him as a Champion of Vulnerable People in Kano State for his commitment to inclusive governance and engagement with Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The recognition was presented during an advocacy visit led by the Coordinator of V-PeSDI, Aftahana Dahiru Sarina, aimed at acknowledging the Commissioner’s deliberate efforts toward promoting accessibility and inclusivity in public infrastructure projects across the state. How V-PeSDI’s Ramadan Bread Initiative Brought Hope to Kano’s Most…

Retired senior officers from Nigeria’s paramilitary services have commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving a lifetime salary structure for top-ranking personnel. In a statement, the Special Adviser on Media to the Minister of Interior, Babatunde Alao, says the retirees paid a courtesy visit to the Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in Abuja to express their appreciation. The delegation, led by former Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Chukwura Udeh, describes the approval as a long-awaited intervention that addresses welfare concerns of retired officers. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, commends the retirees for their service, noting that the welfare of personnel…

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted full accreditation to eleven academic programmes at Al-Istiqama University Sumaila, following a comprehensive assessment exercise conducted in November and December 2025. The university management disclosed this in a statement sigbed by the VC Professor Abdulhadi Sale Kumurya,noting that the accreditation was based on the Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS), with emphasis on curriculum quality, academic staffing, physical infrastructure, library resources, and employers’ rating. According to the NUC report, the fully accredited programmes cut across three faculties. In the Faculty of Health Sciences, the programmes include Community Health Science, Nursing Science, and…

The Kano State Agency for Mass Education SEMA, has pledged to strengthen collaboration with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization UNESCO in advancing shared educational goals. The Executive Secretary SEMA Dr Binta Abubakar made the commitment while receiving a delegation from UNESCO at her office in Kano. She highlighted key programmes of the agency, including vocational training and various educational and enlightenment initiatives aimed at improving literacy and enhancing skill development across the state. According to her, the agency remains committed to expanding access to education and empowering residents through practical knowledge and capacity-building programmes. Speaking during the…

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST), has unveiled a flagship initiative tagged Energise Commercialisation Now (ECoN), aimed at driving innovation and accelerating industrial growth across the country. The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Waiya, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the state’s preparations to host the programme’s national launch and North-West zonal rollout. He said Kano State has been selected to host the historic event, which will be officially launched by the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who will serve as the Special Guest…

Nasiru Waziri SeedPro Africa, a leading indigenous seed production company, has celebrated its 20th anniversary with a renewed commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural sector through local seed innovation and farmer support. The anniversary event, held at the company’s headquarters in Kadawa, Garun Malam Local Government Area of Kano State, brought together stakeholders from government, development organisations, and the private sector to reflect on two decades of impact and future prospects. Founder of the company, Alhaji Lawal Gwadabe, in his valedictory remarks, expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for the journey so far, describing the company’s growth from humble beginnings as a…

The Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja, has facilitated the extradition of one Matthew Chukwuemeka Adebiyi to the United Kingdom to face charges bordering on murder and drug trafficking. The extradition followed a formal request by United Kingdom authorities in September 2024, seeking assistance in locating, arresting, and repatriating the suspect over his alleged involvement in the murder of Joshua Boadu on June 18, 2018. He was also accused of participating in the supply of crack cocaine, a Class A controlled substance, between October 2017 and March 2018 in the UK. According to police authorities,…

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has held a stakeholders’ meeting on Hajj operations to evaluate preparations for the 2026 Hajj airlift. The meeting took place, at the NCAA Headquarters in Abuja, bringing together key aviation and pilgrimage stakeholders to review readiness and address potential operational challenges ahead of the airlift exercise. In his address, the Director-General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Ona Najomo, represented by the Director of Aerodrome & Airspace Standards and Chairman of the NCAA Hajj In-House Committee, Alhaji Ahmad Abba, said the engagement was convened to assess preparedness, identify gaps, and strengthen coordination among relevant agencies.…

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has formally presented the Aerodrome Certificate for the Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA), Enugu, to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The presentation took place at the NCAA Corporate Headquarters in Abuja. Speaking at the event, the Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Capt. Chris Najomo, represented by the Director of Aerodrome and Airspace Standards, Alhaji Ahmad Abba, described the certification as a major milestone in Nigeria’s aviation sector. He noted that the achievement underscores NCAA’s commitment to aviation safety, strict regulatory compliance, and alignment with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Standards and Recommended…

Tsohon mataimakin shugaban kasa, Atiku Abubakar, ya bayyana cewa jam’iyyar ADC za ta fara kokarin cimma matsaya (consensus) wajen fitar da dan takarar shugaban kasa na 2027, amma idan hakan bai yiwu ba za a gudanar da zaben fidda gwani. Atiku ya kuma ce zai goyi bayan duk wanda ya lashe zaben, yana mai nuna shirinsa na janyewa idan wani ya fi dacewa. Ya kara da cewa zaben 2027 zai zama na karshe a rayuwarsa ta siyasa, inda ya tabbatar ba zai sake neman wani mukami ba bayan wannan lokaci. A wata hira da ya yi da ARISE TV, ya…

Ado Salisu A total of $10,000 will be up for grabs as teams across Northwest Nigeria converge on Kano for the 2026 Northwest Basketball Championship scheduled to hold from April 16 to 19. The tournament is sponsored by the Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha (DAM) Foundation, with the aim of promoting grassroots basketball development and providing a competitive platform for emerging talents in the region. According to the organisers, the male category winners will receive $5,000, while the runners-up will go home with $2,000. The third-place team is expected to earn $1,000. In the female category, the champions will receive $1,500, while…

The Director General of Talbiya School of Hajj and Umra Studies, Dr. Harun Muhammad Sani Ibn Sina, has paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Ambassador Isma’il Abba Yusuf, at his office in Abuja. During the visit, Dr. Ibn Sina congratulated the NAHCON Chairman on his recent appointment, describing it as well-deserved and based on merit. He expressed confidence in the chairman’s capacity to lead reforms that would enhance Hajj operations in Nigeria. The Talbiya DG also highlighted the core mandate of the institution, noting that it focuses on education and enlightenment…

A senior delegation of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), led by its Executive Director (Operations), Dr. Kabir Sabo Katata, has undertaken a benchmarking visit to the Indonesia Deposit Insurance Corporation as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s financial safety framework. The visit provided a platform for both institutions to exchange ideas and share experiences on the effective implementation of Deposit Insurance Systems (DIS), with discussions described as highly productive and mutually beneficial. NDIC, NCGC Launch Push for Stronger Financial Safety During the engagement, the NDIC delegation gained valuable insights into key operational areas, including governance structures, human capital development,…

Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the judiciary for quashing the unlawful rustication of University of Ibadan (UI) student activists Ayodele Aduwo and Mide Gbadegesin, and for addressing the ongoing victimisation of Nice Linus, who held placards reading “No To Fee Hike” during a student gathering last year. In a statement on Wednesday, CAPPA demanded that the varsity immediately comply with the judgment delivered by the Federal High Court, Ibadan, reinstate the students and tender a full, unreserved apology to the trio for its deplorable conduct. According to the organisation, the judgment strongly affirms students’ constitutional rights…

A Lagos hospital and a woman are in disagreement over a twin that reportedly went ‘missing’ after she delivered. A viral video that emerged on Wednesday depicts a woman accusing medical personnel of allegedly withholding one of her twins after childbirth, leading to chaos and emotional scenes at a well-known hospital in the Ikotun area of Lagos state. In the footage shared by AsakyGRN on X, the woman, seen cradling a newborn, is recorded yelling at a supposed doctor from Tip-Top Solution hospital while demanding to know where her second baby is. “Bring me my second baby. One Quintuplet Dies,…

The Law Officers Association of Nigeria (LOAN), Kano State branch, has suspended its ongoing strike following a successful resolution of its dispute with the Kano State Government. The breakthrough was reached after a series of meetings led by the Head of Service, Bilkisu Maimota, alongside other key government officials. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, the Chairman of LOAN in Kano, Abdullahi Shams, said the decision to suspend the strike came after extensive consultations between the association and government representatives. He explained that the government had addressed some of the association’s key demands, including the payment of two months’ salary…