The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has welcomed the release of two Kaduna-based journalists who were abducted from their homes in the outskirts of Kaduna last weekend. Speaking when he received the two journalists, AbdulGafar Alabelewe of The Nation newspapers and AbdulRaheem Aodu of Blueprint newspapers, from the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, the minister commended security agencies for the speedy recovery of the victims. The two journalists were released along with Mr Alabelewe’s wife and two children. Mohammed expressed sympathy to the two families “We are most grateful of what you have done.…
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The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has initiated a program to provide financial support to 5,200 women across the 44 local government areas of the state. The initiative was launched during a grand ceremony at the Government House in Kano. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf announced that each beneficiary will receive a one-time grant of N50,000 to help them become self-reliant. “ This program aims to cushion the economic hardship faced by the beneficiaries hardship people are experiencing especially the women folk with the aim of improving we their economic standard and well being “ He said his administration has…
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, says over 32,000 paramilitary officers were promoted in 2023, clearing a backlog of promotions inherited from the previous administration. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made this known during the passing out parade of 714 cadets of the 49th Superintendent Basic Course at the Immigration Training School in Kano. He emphasized the commitment of President Bola Tinubu’s government to prioritizing the welfare of officers, ensuring they no longer wait for extended periods without promotions. The Minister noted that the 2024 promotion exercise is almost complete, demonstrating the government’s dedication to recognizing officers’ hard work and sacrifices. Tunji-Ojo urged…
Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board KNSPHCMB has urged Pregnant women and Nursing mothers to adhere to the new guidelines on the intake of Multiple Micronutrient supplements MMS. The Director of family health KNSPHCMB Dr Ahmad Tijjani Habib made the call during a One-Day sensitization workshop organized for Nutrition stakeholders across the 44 Local government areas in collaboration with Alive & Thrive. RELATED: Nutrition Officers Undergo Orientation On MMS According to him, the NNHS 2018 survey pointed out that the malnutrition indicators of Kano State showed that severe acute malnutrition was 5.4%. He described the orientation as a great…
Ibraheem Ladi Amosa In the hallowed halls of academia, rare souls left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of those they touch. Today, with full submission to the will of Allah, we mourn the loss of such a luminary. Professor Jibril Isa Diso, the first visually impaired professor in Nigeria is a symbol of hope, resilience, and wisdom. RELATED: First Visually Impaired Nigeria’s Professor Dies In Kano His academic life began from Tudun Maliki School for Special Needs to the esteemed Department of Special Education at Bayero University Kano epitomizes the triumph of the human spirit. Born in…
The United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State for his steadfast commitment to enhancing the education sector within Kano. The Country Director, Mrs. Christain Munduate made the commendation while leading a delegation to government house Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa and made available to journalists in Kano. The country director extolled the enduring partnership between UNICEF and Kano State, advocating for its reinforcement to yield greater mutual benefits and collaborative opportunities. Mrs. Munduate reiterated UNICEF’s unwavering support for the state in…
Former Kano Senator representing Kano South Senatorial district from 1999 to 2003, Senator Mas’ud El-Jibril Doguwa, has resigned from the All Progressive Congress (APC) political party. The resignation announcement was contained in a press statement issued and signed by the former senator. The statement reads I, Senator Mas’ud El-Jibril Doguwa, along with my supporters, working colleagues and other political associates, do hereby resign our membership of the All Progressive Congress (APC) and all its committees at various levels, with effect from today, Thursday, July 11, 2024, at about 1700hrs. This decision is consequent upon a series of wide-range consultations with…
Journalists under the aegis of the Kogi Central Journalists Guild (KCJG) on Thursday enjoined the standard bearer of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), in the last governorship election in Kogi state to cease legal hostility, and join Ododo’s development initiatives. A press statement that was jointly signed by the Guild’s President, Malam Muhammad Tijjani AbdulSalam, and the Secretary, Mr Ozumi Abdul that was made available to newsmen in Kano enjoined Governor Ododo to be magnanimous in victory. READ ALSO: IBB’s Media Team Denies Endorsing Military Rule Over Democracy The Journalists Group commended Governor Ododo’s commitment to service delivery and community…
Aisha Ahmed A non governmental organisation, The Challenge Initiative, (TCI), has advocated for family planning and child spacing for a sustainable Nigeria, in its message to commemorate the 2024 World Population Day. A statement signed by the Country Team Lead of TCI, Dr. Taiwo Johnson on Thursday, revealed that Nigeria faces challenges with rapid population growth, which impedes sustainable development. READ ALSO: Experts identify Mother tongue as major contributor to early child care education The Nigerian situation according to the Country lead, exacerbates poverty, strains healthcare systems, noting that the country’s current population exceeds 200 million, with projections indicating continued…
The Supreme Court, on Thursday, declared that it is unconstitutional for state governors to hold onto funds meant for Local Government (LG) administrations. In it’s lead judgement read by Justice Emmanuel Agim, the apex court observed that the refusal of state government on financial autonomy for local governments has gone on for over two decades. He said local governments has since stopped receiving the money meant for them from the state governors who act in their stead. READ ALSO: FG Takes Daily Trust To Court Over Samoa Justice Agim noted that the 774 local government councils in the country should…