The Kano Network of NGOs (KANET) has emphasized the importance of budget tracking and implementation among Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). This call to action was made during KANET’s monthly lecture series, where Malam Akibu Hamisu highlighted the crucial role of budgeting in the state’s development. According to Akibu, the Kano state government is making efforts to increase transparency and citizen involvement in the budgeting process, particularly in social, administrative, and economic areas. He stressed that CSO inclusion in the budget is vital for identifying neglected issues, amplifying marginalized voices, and promoting accountability. Akibu also noted that between 2022 and 2024,…
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A Member House of the Federal House of Representatives representing, Birnin Magaji/Kaura Namoda Federal Constituency in Aminu Zamfara State, Alhaji Dr Sani Jaji has assured to collaborate with the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) to promote Girls Child Education, Women Empowerment and Health Care Delivery in Zamfara state. Jaji who is the Chairman House Committee on Ecological Fund gave the assurance when he received in audience the NAWOJ delegation from Zamfara State who paid him a courtesy call at his residence in Kaduna on Saturday. The Lawmaker noted that there are a lot intellectuals among women needed to be…
Shugaban jam’iyyar APC na kasa kuma Shugaban gidauniyar raya addinin musulunci ta Ganduje ya raba kujerun Hajji da motoci da babura masu kafa uku ga wadanda suka lashe gasar karatun Al-qur’ani sahun farko. Yayain da sauran wandanda suka lashe gasae suka rabauta da babura masu kafa biyu da kekunan dinki dana hawa da sauran kyaututtuka. Dr. Ganduje tare Mai Martaba Sarkin Kano na 15 Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero sun jagoranci bikin rufe musabaqar Al-Qur’ani mai girma wanda gidauniyar raya addinin musulunci ta Ganduje take daukar nauyi shekara-shekara. Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje ya bayyana cewa ana shirya Musabaqar ne don zaburar…
The NNPC Ltd.’s new Executive Vice President, Upstream (EVP), Mr. Udobong Ntia, has called on upstream stakeholders in the nation’s oil and gas industry to strengthen corporate governance, transparency, and efficiency in their operations. Ntia, spoke during an Upstream Governance, Risk and Compliance Workshop themed “Enhancing Governance, Risk and Compliance in Nigeria’s Upstream Sector” held in Lagos, on Tuesday. Delivering his opening remarks at the workshop, Ntia stressed that governance, risk management, and compliance are at the foundation of NNPC Ltd.’s core values of Integrity, Excellence, and Sustainability. He commended the upstream leadership and regulators for supporting the initiative to…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has unveiled plans to enhance the state’s transportation system by introducing additional Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered buses. This initiative aims to address public transportation challenges following the removal of the fuel subsidy. The announcement was made during the commissioning of 10 CNG buses procured by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kano State Branch, at their Katsina Road office. Governor Yusuf commended the NLC for selecting Kano as the launchpad for the initiative and assured continuous collaboration to foster mutual support and development. In a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Malam Sanusi Bature Dawakin…
The Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has congratulated Comrade Alhassan Yahaya on his election as the National President of the NUJ. In a statement signed by the council chairman NUJ Kano Comrade Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi and the secretary Abubakar Shehu Kwaru. The statement explained that, this milestone was achieved during the 8th Triennial National Delegates Conference held in Owerri, Imo State. “Comrade Yahaya emerged victorious with 436 votes, surpassing his opponents Comrade Dele Atunbi and Comrade Garba Mohammed. The conference, which brought together about 600 delegates from state councils across the country, also saw the…
Khadijah Aliyu The minister of environment Alhaji Balarabe Abbas Lawal has called for Collective Action Against Climate Change and protection of ozone layer through proper disposal of old air conditioners, refrigerators, and other electrical waste. Balarabe stated this while declaring open a workshop on the end-of-life management of air conditioners and refrigerants held at technical college Kano. Represented by the director national ozone officer, Engineer Idris Abdullahi, he pointed out that, proper management of end of life electronic equipment will reduce environmental impact associated with hazardous waste to protect the environment and human health. The minister maintained that, the workshop…
Ado Salisu The Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN), in collaboration with the National Committee on Adolescent Health and the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), organized a sensitization awareness campaign against iron deficiency anemia at Government Girls College in Kano. The event was part of the World Day of Iron Deficiency Anemia, with the theme “Iron for Maternal Survival: Combating Iron Deficiency to Prevent Postpartum Hemorrhage.” Dr. Halima Adamu, the chairperson of the Kano state chapter of MWAN, emphasized the importance of preventing iron deficiency anemia, particularly among young girls. She noted that iron deficiency is a significant contributor to disease…
Olufunmi The Gombe State Sustainable Urban and Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Programme (SURWASH) held a two-day retreat aimed at fostering enhanced cooperation and coordination between the program and critical stakeholders. The retreat focused on aligning efforts to achieve the implementation goals of SURWASH in Gombe State. The Commissioner for the Ministry of Water Resources and Environment (MWR&E), Hon. Muhammad Saidu Pawu, delivered the welcome address, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among stakeholders to ensure the success of SURWASH. He highlighted the government’s commitment to addressing water supply and sanitation challenges in both urban and rural areas of Gombe State.…
Khadijah Abdullahi Kubau Kaduna State Government says it will continue to partner Dariq International Schools to boost cultural heritage and moral values in the state. Governor Uba Sani stated this during a cultural day focused on Hausa, Gbagyi, Igbo, Ibira, Kanuri, and Yoruba cultures, organised by Dariq International Schools in Kaduna. Cultural values play a vital role in shaping students’ perspectives, attitudes, and behaviors. By instilling cultural values, students can develop essential skills and competencies that benefit them throughout their lives. According to Governor Uba Sani, who was represented by his Special Adviser on Students Affairs, Amina Sani Bello, the…