Muhammad Sani The Adolescent Health Information Project (AHIP), in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration through its ROOTS Project, has organised a three-day training for civil society organisations (CSOs) and women groups on the ECOWAS Protocol and migrants’ rights in Kano State. The training is aimed at educating participants on the ECOWAS Protocol on free movement, migration corridors in West Africa, and the rights of migrants, among other key issues related to migration and human trafficking. Speaking during the training, the ROOTS Project Programme Manager, Halima Kasim, said the initiative seeks to reduce the impact of irregular migration, noting…
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Nafisa Murtala The Kano State Ministry of Planning and Budget MoPB, in collaboration with UNICEF Kano Field Office, has called for stronger collaboration and collective action to improve nutrition outcomes across the state. The call was made during a a two-day Q1 2026 Food and Nutrition review and coordination meeting organized by MoPB in collaboration with UNICEF. The acting Permanent Secretary of the ministry, who doubles as the chairman State Committee on Food and Nutrition (SCFN) Abdulmumin Ladan Ajumawa stressed the importance of strengthening policy implementation, transparency and accountability in nutrition programmes. FG Distributes Food, Nutritional Items to Vulnerable Groups…
Khadijah Aliyu-Nigeria The Director-General of the World Health Organization WHO , Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has declared the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), citing the urgent need for coordinated global action. Speaking during a media briefing, Tedros said the declaration was made under Article 12 of the International Health Regulations after consultations with health authorities in both countries. Nigeria Boosts Ebola Preparedness as Tinubu Unveils N10bn Emergency Package He noted that although the outbreak constitutes a major international health concern, it has not been classified as…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed June 20, 2026, for the conduct of the by-election into the Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency in Kano following the death of the lawmaker. Addressing journalists in Kano, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Zango Abdu, said the election became necessary after the Speaker of the House of Representatives declared the seat vacant in line with constitutional provisions. According to him, the constituency comprises two local government areas Dawakin Kudu/Warawa. He explained that,Dawakin Kudu has 15 registration areas, 303 polling units, and 162,445 registered voters, while Warawa also has 15 registration areas, 143 polling…
The Kano State Hisbah Board has promoted its 44 Local Government Commanders across the state during a ceremony held at the Board’s headquarters in Kano. Speaking during the promotion exercise, the Commander General of the Board, Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, said the promotion was based on the officers’ dedication, commitment, and hard work in carrying out their responsibilities. Kano Hisbah Cracks Down on Alleged Prostitution Hub in Bandirawo Housing Estate Daurawa urged the commanders to intensify their efforts and further improve their performance as a way of justifying the confidence reposed in them through the promotion. The officers, who were previously…
Nigeria’s athletics community has recorded another major continental breakthrough following the election of Tonobok Okowa as Senior Vice President of the Confederation of African Athletics. The President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) emerged victorious during the Executive Council election after defeating two other candidates in a keenly contested vote. Results from the ballot showed that Okowa secured six votes to finish ahead of South Africa’s Dlamini Dakhele, who polled four votes, while Bruno Konga managed one vote from the 11 votes cast. Sports Remain Powerful Tool for National Unity-Principal GGC Dala The victory further strengthens Nigeria’s growing influence…
As Muslims across Nigeria prepare for Eid al-Adha, popularly known as Eid-ul-Kabir, livestock markets in Kano are witnessing an unusual trend large supplies of animals but fewer buyers. For many Muslim families, purchasing a ram for sacrifice remains a significant religious obligation and cultural tradition. However, this year’s celebration is coming amid harsh economic realities, rising inflation, and increasing livestock prices that have placed many households under financial pressure. A visit to major livestock markets across Kano, including the bustling Gandun Albasa Animal Market, revealed that despite the large number of rams, goats, sheep, cows, and camels brought in from…
Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Government says it has registered 755 youth groups across the state in the last three years as part of efforts to promote self-reliance and reduce unemployment among young people. The State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Alhaji Nuradden Bala Fingilla, disclosed this during a ministerial press briefing held at the new State Secretariat Complex in Birnin Kebbi. FG Boosts Power Supply in BUK with 1MW Solar Energy, 200 Streetlights He said the state government remains committed to empowering youths through structured training programmes, skills acquisition initiatives, and awareness campaigns aimed at addressing social challenges…
Hukumar Tace Fina-Finai ta Jihar Kano ta shirya wani taro na musamman da ya zama sanadin sauyin rayuwa ga wasu matasa uku da suka fito daga bangaren nishaɗi, inda suka karɓi addinin Musulunci bayan bayyana ra’ayinsu na rungumar addinin da kansu. Taron, wanda aka gudanar a harabar dakin taro na Hukumar, ya gudana cikin yanayi na natsuwa da farin ciki, inda Shugaban Hukumar, Abba El-Mustapha, ya jagoranci karɓar Musuluncin matasan a hukumance. Hukumar Tace Fina-finai ta Kano ta Dakatar da Muhawarar Mawaka A yayin jawabinsa, Abba El-Mustapha ya bayyana wannan rana a matsayin ɗaya daga cikin ranaku mafi muhimmanci da…
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has officially endorsed Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki as his preferred successor ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Kwara State. The endorsement was contained in a press statement personally signed by the governor and made available to journalists in Ilorin, the state capital. According to the statement, Governor AbdulRazaq said the decision followed extensive consultations with party stakeholders and structures within the All Progressives Congress (APC). The governor described Yahaya Seriki as a young, pro-people, astute, and broad-minded politician with strong grassroots support and significant investments in the development of the people of Kwara State. He further…