About 3.6 million children in Kano State are set to receive polio vaccinations in the upcoming 2024 OBR4 campaign, which officially kicks off today , Saturday. This initiative aims to eradicate polio from the state and, by extension, the entire country. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, emphasized the importance of stakeholders working together to ensure the campaign’s success. He appealed to parents to take advantage of this opportunity to vaccinate their eligible children, stressing that this collective effort will help achieve the target objective of polio eradication. To encourage participation, awards will be given to the…
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Khadijah Aliyu -Nigeria Speak Up Africa’s Partnership Director, Sophietou Diop, presented the A8 Initiative (Africa Women in Digital Health) at the Africa Health Tech Summit. The initiative aims to empower women in digital health and promote gender equality. Launched in 2022 under Africa CDC’s leadership, A8 focuses on capacity building, creating a favorable environment, and investment. The summit’s panel discussion brought together diverse stakeholders to share experiences and expertise, highlighting women’s representation in digital health. The session sub-themed “Advancing Digital Health Equity in Africa: Gender Roles and Innovation was facilitated by Ms Sophietou Diop. “It was a very good opportunity…
Khadijah Aliyu -Nigeria The African Media Network for the Promotion of Health and Environment (REMAPSEN) recently participated in the 3rd edition of the Africa Health Tech Summit (AHTS) 2024 in Kigali, Rwanda. According to REMAPSEN’s First Vice President, Prince-Taty Yassa Bofekwa, it was an honor to be part of this major meeting that brought together top figures from technology, health, governments, associations, and partners to advance digital health “It is an honor for REMAPSEN to be present at this major meeting, which brought together leading figures from the world of technology, health, governments, associations and partners from the continent and…
Khadijah Aliyu -Nigeria The Africa Health Tech Summit AHTS 2024 is currently taking place at the Kigali Convention Centre in Rwanda from October 29-31, 2024. This year’s summit has attracted a large audience of 2,800 participants from across the continent and beyond, all gathered to discuss transformative healthcare in Africa. Some of the key topics being discussed at the summit include the future of health technology, innovative solutions, and strategic collaborations to enhance healthcare delivery in Africa. The Rwandan Minister of Health, Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana, emphasized the importance of partnerships in driving healthcare innovation, while the European Union ambassador to…
Seyi Olorunsola In the vibrant atmosphere of the National Assembly, the screening and confirmation of Rt. Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata as the Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 was not just a procedural formality; it was a profound testament to the power of unity in leadership and governance. This event, marked by the presence of hundreds of well-wishers from Kano and beyond, illustrated a collective commitment to progress and collaboration across party lines in Nigeria. The overwhelming support for Hon. Ata was palpable, transcending political affiliations and resonating with the core values of…
Yayin da aka fara aiwatar da Shirin Gangamin Mutane Miliyan Goma a faɗin wannan ƙasa, an buƙaci al’ummar jihar Kano da su fito domin yi musu gwajin hawan jini da ciwon siga. Kwamishinan Lafiya na Jihar Kano, Dakta Abubakar Labaran Yusuf ne ya yi wannan kira yayin fara gudanar da shirin gwajin hawan jini da ciwon suga a harabar Hukumar Samar da Magunguna da Kayayyaki ta Jiha (DMCSA). Shirin Mai taken Gangamin Mutane Miliyan Goma ya mayar da hankali ne ga cututtuka marasa yaɗuwa, musamman hawan jini da ciwon siga, waɗanda ke taka rawa wajen haifar da cututtuka da mace-mace…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is working to ensure justice for over 70 underage children arrested during the “End Bad Governance” protest. The state coordinator of the National Human Rights Commission, Kano state Alhaji Shehu Abdullahi, disclosed this during an exclusive interview with Radio Nigeria. Recall that the Kano state police command arrested over 600 people, including women and children, for looting, vandalism and raising Russian flags during the end bad governance protest. In addition to that, some of those charged with federal offences were transferred to the force headquarters Abuja, for investigation. According to Shehu, the National Human…
The United Nations Children’s Fund UNICEF has stressed the need for Nigeria’s climate plans to include specific policies that address children’s vulnerabilities. UNICEF Kano field office WASH Program Officer, Mrs Stella Terver, disclosed a stakeholders’ engagement in reviewing and finalizing the Kano State Climate Change Policy and Implementation Plan. In February 2024, the Kano state watershed erosion and climate change management agency WECCMA initiated the development of the climate change policy which involves close engagements with various stakeholders. She emphasized the organization’s mission to ensure children’s survival, growth, and realization of their rights by collaborating with the Kano State Government…
Sani Haruna The second round of Ukrainian wheat distribution is currently underway in five local government areas of Katsina State. The distribution is part of a collaboration between the African Youth Growth Foundation and the World Food Programme to address food insecurity in the region. According to the zonal Coordinator of the programme Dr Job Onuche Over 5,000 beneficiaries are expected to receive critical nutritional support, with a focus on vulnerable populations such as women, children, and youth. He urged beneficiaries to utilize the commodities and desist from selling. The programme aims to provide sustainable solutions to food insecurity and…
The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Project (L-PRES) has commenced a three days Training for Live Stock Extension and Livestock Development Officers on Good Animal Husbandry Practices with the aim of enhancing livestock production in the country. Speaking during the opening ceremony the Kano Project Coordinator of L-PRES, Dr Salisu Muhammad Inuwa, who was Represent by the Dr. Ahmad Abubakar , Monitoring and Evaluation Officer of the L-PRESS said the training was aimed at enhancing the capacity of extension and Livestock Development Officers with a view to boost livestock production in Kano state and the nation at large. The Commissioner for…