Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has made a generous donation of $10,000 towards the rebuilding of a 200-year-old mosque in Damagaram, Niger Republic. The historic mosque, which recently collapsed, will be reconstructed with the help of this donation. The Sultan of Damagaram, Alhaji Abubakar Sanda-Umar, expressed his gratitude to the governor, stating that this gesture will strengthen the long-standing relationship between Katsina and Damagaram, which has flourished for over 500 years. According to Alhaji Ya’u Umar Gwajo-gwajo, the Special Adviser on Political Matters to the governor, Governor Radda’s donation is driven by his passion for the social and spiritual…
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Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has taken a strong stance against human trafficking, sexual and gender-based violence, and violence against persons. He’s committed to providing necessary resources to the state taskforce committee to combat these issues effectively. Some of the taskforce’s notable achievements include: Medical Outreach: Conducting medical outreach programs for victims Education Support: Providing school bags to 80 victims of human trafficking Skills Acquisition: Organizing skills acquisition training for 30 victims Psychological Support: Offering psychological support to survivors Public Awareness: Conducting public awareness efforts through radio programs Economic Empowerment: Plans to provide soft loans to over 100…
Khadijah Aliyu Kano State has joined the global community to mark the international day of the girl child with prayers and reflections on the achievements made for the girl child in the state. Hajiya Aisha Lawan Saji Rano, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children, and Disabled, considers this day special for the girl child. In a statement signed by the director public enlightenment ministry of women affairs Aishatu Haruna made available to newsmen. The statement pointed out that her ministry serves as the primary channel for Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s passion for the girl child through impactful programs and policies.…
President Bola Tinubu condoles with the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr Kolo Mele Kyari over the death of his daughter. In a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President Information & Strategy Bayo Onanuga made available to newsmen. The President sympathizes with Kyari and the rest of the family on the irreparable and painful loss. He prayed for the repose of the soul of Fatima and urges the Kyari family to stay strong at these trying times. Kyari’s daughter, Fatima died Friday at the age of 25 after protracted…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in Kano State has received a staggering 954 complaints of alleged human rights abuses from April to date. This information was shared by Alhaji Shehu Abdullahi, the NHRC State Coordinator, in an interview with newsmen in Kano. Women and Children: 602 cases, highlighting the vulnerability of these cases . Breach of Trust: 125 cases, indicating issues with trust in various relationships. Spousal Responsibilities: 80 cases, pointing to marital challenges. Abandonment and Domestic Violence: 50 cases, underscoring the need for support in family matters. Labour, Land, and Economic Rights: 62 cases, showing conflicts in employment…
A Kano State High Court has sentenced a 32-year-old man, Peter Sylvest-Aisedu, to 30 months in prison for attempting to traffic a 30-year-old woman from Edo State to Italy. Sylvest-Aisedu, who resides at No. 5, Rue Boris Vian Jattu, Etsako Local Government Area, Edo State, was convicted on a single charge of attempting to procure illegal entry. Delivering the judgment, Justice Adam Abdullahi sentenced the convict after he pleaded guilty to the charge brought against him by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Kano Command. Abdullahi ruled that the prosecution had proven its case beyond…
Kabiru Haruna The Director General of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Alhaji Laminu Rabi’u Danbappa, has praised Governor Abba Yusuf’s kindness and support in ensuring the success of the 2024 Hajj operations. According to Danbappa, the Governor provided the board with 8 million deposits to facilitate the pilgrimage. This gesture, along with others, contributed to the smooth execution of the operations. The 2024 Hajj operations were deemed a great success, with 3,125 pilgrims attending and all returning safely, except for four reported deaths. Kano State’s excellence in Hajj operations earned international recognition. The Kano State Government received awards for…
Kabiru Haruna The Kano State Government has received widespread praise for its exceptional handling of the 2024 Hajj operations. Ulamas and pilgrims alike have commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s efforts. Governor Yusuf’s commitment to the pilgrims’ comfort and well-being was evident in the smooth operations. The state government addressed major problems such as accommodation and food, ensuring a seamless experience. The Governor’s support went beyond logistics. He provided additional financial support, including 500,000 to each pilgrim. Alh Ibrahim Mijinyawa also donated 150,000 Riyals. Kano State’s excellence in Hajj operations earned international recognition. The state gained more international pilgrims and received…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf on Friday called on citizens of the state to be vigilant on security issues by reporting any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities. Governor Yusuf made the assertion while commissioning a Juma’at mosque at Ranawa town, Gezawa Local Government Area, Kano State. The Deputy Governor of the State Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo conveyed the Governor’s message stressing “Security should not be taken lightly. You should report any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities” he advised. Comrade Gwarzo further called on ward heads to be particularly watchful and ensure no fraudulent activities, such as…
Stakeholders in Kano State’s education sector recently gathered for a two-day capacity-building workshop focused on monitoring school enrollment and preventing dropouts, supported by Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE). The workshop aimed to identify and address challenges hindering education in various local government areas, including Rimin Gado, Warawa, Makoda, Kibiya, Minjibir, Kabo, Kumbotso, Bunkure, and Bebeji. The teams identified issues such as poverty, insecurity, migration, distance, lack of proper records, inadequate community participation and support as some of the major hindrance to school enrollment. The Campaign teams explained that they interacted with parents, students, and stakeholders to understand specific…