The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) strongly condemns the ongoing and relentless rise in petrol prices throughout the nation. This latest increase represents yet another wave of hardship and distress for the Nigerian populace, who were confronted last week with yet another increase in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). The implications of this increase are far-reaching, affecting not only transportation costs but also the prices of essential goods and services, thereby exacerbating the already dire economic situation faced by countless families across the country. The approach taken by President Tinubu in implementing economic reforms,…
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Kabiru Haruna The Kano State Police Command is taking proactive measures to ensure residents’ and visitors’ safety and security during the ember months, characterized by increased human and vehicular movements, improved business activities, and festive celebrations. According to SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, ANIPR, MNISMA, Police Public Relations Officer, for: Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, “the Command is committed to protecting lives and properties, providing a conducive atmosphere for all activities.” This reassurance comes as the Command implements strategic security measures to address the unique challenges posed by the ember months. Commissioner of Police, CP Salman Dogo Garba, has ordered…
Kabiru Haruna Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Jigawa State following the devastating fire incident in Majia, which claimed over 100 lives and left more than 70 individuals with varying degrees of burns. Governor Yusuf described the incident as a “heart-wrenching tragedy” that marks a significant loss not only for Jigawa State but for the entire country. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Governor expressed his deepest sympathies to Governor Umar Namadi, the government, and people of Jigawa State. The Governor specifically offered…
Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Jigawa State following the devastating fire incident in Majia, Taura Local Government Area. This tragic event has left a profound impact not only on Jigawa but also on the entire region. Falgore described the incident as “heart-touching and devastating,” emphasizing his solidarity with the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Alh Umar Namadi, the Jigawa State House of Assembly, and the people of Jigawa State . He expressed his deepest sympathies to the families of the deceased,…
Khadijah Aliyu Dangote Cement Plc in Gboko, Benue State, has scaled up its social responsibility schemes for its host communities, the company said. In a statement from its Branding and Corporate Communications Department, Dangote Cement highlighted its expanded interventions as part of the company’s observance of Global Sustainability Week. “Dangote Cement Plc, Gboko is committed to addressing the impact of its activities and contributing to sustainable development through projects and initiatives that promote safe, inclusive, and sustainable communities,” the statement read. It also noted that beyond the annual Sustainability Week initiatives, which include medical and charity outreach programs, the Sustainability…
A coalition of APC groups in North Central has says it has suspended its agitation for Abdullahi Umar Ganduje as the National chairman of the All Progressive congress (APC). The chairman of the coalition, Hon Abdullahi Sale Zazzaga, disclosed this during an interview with DCL Hausa on Wednesday. He said their superiors in the region cautioned then against the agitation, especially as the party’s NEC meeting approaches. Zazzaga explained that their agitation is purposely for political and economic well-being of the region. He said, “We have agitated steadfastly and we have bene heard loud and clear. This will not be…
Khadijah Aliyu – Nigeria The Galien Africa Forum, in collaboration with REMAPSEN, organized a webinar for journalists, moderated by REMAPSEN President Mr. Youssuf Bamba. This webinar serves as a precursor to the forum’s annual event, scheduled to take place from October 22 to 25 in Dakar, Senegal Speaking on the health issues in Africa linked to climate change and environmental problems, the President of Galien Africa, who doubles as as Senegal’s former minister of health, Professor Awa Marie COLL SECK, maintained that the issues of environmental issues are associated with malaria and diarrhoea in Africa. “Rivers flow and mix with…
Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainability Transitions, CREST, Bayero University Kano has held the first international conference on energy. Tagged First International Conference on Renewable and Sustainable Energy Systems, ICRESES, held at the centre in BUK on Wednesday, the gathering received experts in the area, who discussed extensively on why alternative energy should be embraced. Speaking at the event, the Director of the CREST, Professor Nasir Isa Fagge said the conference was aimed at building experts from all over the world to discuss the issue of energy, particularly renewable and alternative energy. According to him, it is realized that the…
Nigeria’s erratic power supply can be addressed by setting clear goals for achieving sustainable energy, according to the Centre for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Transitions (CREST). Speaking during the maiden international conference on renewal and sustainable energy systems organised by CREST, at the Bayero University Kano, President elect of the Nigerian Academy of Sciences(NAS), Emeritus Prof. Abubakar Sambo, emphasized the need for political will and determination to utilize Nigeria’s abundant renewable energy resources. He highlighted that countries like Ghana, Cape Verde, and Kenya, which have demonstrated enhanced political will in the electricity sector, resulting in greater electricity access. These countries…
Kano State has in abundance, reserved Solid Mineral Resources across its Forty Four Local Government Areas. These Solid Minerals that the world market needed include among others, Uranium, Gold, Tin, Kaolin, Lead- Zinc, Columbine, Tantalite, Glass sand, Bauxite and Lithium. The Commissioner Ministry for Solid Minerals and Natural Resources Alhaji Safiyanu Hamza disclosed this, at a round table discussion with Sheikh Mu’allim Nuh Bin Idriss Falata from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia who doubles as the Chairman/CEO of Da’am Al-Mawasem Catering Company based in Mecca. According to him, considering the religious tolerance of Kano and its long standing history of being…