In the heart of the Savannah, a hibernating white lion lay dormant, waiting for its moment to rise. Governor Yahaya Bello, once ousted by Prince Abubakar Audu, returned to the political scene after Audu’s untimely death. Like a wounded lion, Bello emerged as the Governor of Kogi State, defying all odds. For eight years, he ruled with an iron fist, meting out swift justice to any wrongdoing. His reign was marked by a mix of progress and controversy, leaving behind a legacy of both good and bad. Through his initiatives, Bello spent more time in Abuja, particularly in Zone 4,…
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The management of Best Choice Hospital has announced the relocation of the facility from Sabuwar Gandu to Tal’udu Round About near Sheikh Bashir El-Rayyah College, Kano city. In a statement signed by the chairman of the Hospital Auwal Muhammad Lawal and made available to journalists in Kano. READ ALSO: Best Choice Hospital relocates to Tal’udu in Kano He however noted that Best Choice does not have any branch and has nothing to do with the previous location. Lawal assured the public of quality health care service in the new Best Choice Hospital similar to what they have been rendering at…
The press crew is a dynamic and challenging environment, where the burden of responsibility is shared among members. A well-placed “Big Pot” receives different ingredients, combining them in a unique blend. Just as good, bad, and ugly coexist, crew members’ input varies – some contribute positively, others combine good and bad, and some bring ugliness to the forefront. The mix of ingredients determines one’s lifespan in the press crew, whether it’s a short stay, a long stay, or something in between. As the saying goes, “What goes around comes around.” The pot is always on fire, and it’s up to…
Excessive bleeding after child birth known as Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) has been identified as the leading cause of maternal death world wide. A Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology College of Health Sciences Aminu Kano teaching hospital Professor Hadiza Galadanci made the disclosure during a symposium on the celebration of safe motherhood day 2024. According to her, fourteen thousand women develop PPH after birth,four hundred and eighty mothers died from PPH between 2003-09,while 99% deaths occur in low and lower middle income countries. Professor Hadiza who doubles as the Director Africa Center of Excellence for Population Health and Policy Bayero university…
The Kano state commissioner of Police Muhammad Husaini Gumel, has commended Aminu Magashi Garba Foundation AMG Foundation and Youth Society for the Prevention of Infectious Disease and Social Vices YOSPIS for supporting his administration in tackling insecurity in the state. CP Gumel made the commendation during an interactive session with the media to commemorate one year in office as the Kano state Commissioner of Police. According to him AMG Foundation and YOSPIS remain key partners of the the Kano Police Command, through ensuring peace and safety of lives and properties by supporting community policing interventions such as organizing friendly football…
Khadijah Aliyu Over ninety-eight thousand under-five children were immunized against polio in Tudun Wada local government area, Kano. The primary healthcare coordinator, Alhaji Habibu Musa Sumaila stated this shortly after the completion of the exercise. He used the opportunity to thank the traditional leaders, parents and other stakeholders for their support towards the success recorded in just concluded as well as previous campaigns in the local government. Tudun Wada local government caretaker chairman, Dr Umar Isah Rugu-Rugu revealed that the local government would collaborate with the state government to improve healthcare delivery in the area. He urged husbands to ensure…
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reiterated his administration’s commitment towards improving the welfare of workers. The governor disclosed this during the May Day celebration, held at JB Yakubu Secretariat Complex, Gusau, the state capital. According to him, the state government would actively involve workers in the governance of Zamfara while pledging to fully implement the six points of his administration’s Rescue Mission, which will form the basis of the transformation agenda. Governor Dauda explained that he recognized workers’ vital role in delivering services and implementing government policies, as workers and government are partners in…
Residents of Makoda local government area Kano, were thrown into mourning following the drowning of three students at Tomas Dam,located between Makoda and Dambatta. Reports indicate that the three students of Audu Bako college of Agriculture Dambatta, Ibrahim Abubakar Sunusi, and Salisu Ado boarded a boat which capsized in the middle of the river. SIMILAR: Tragedy:Borrow Pit Collapse claims 7 lives in Kebbi Qur’anic Sch. The public relations officer Kano state fire service Saminu Yusuf Abdullahi pointed out that,Dambatta fire station recieved a rescue call and mobilized a team where they succeeded in rescuing 21 year old Ibrahim alive. He…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has announced that his administration is set to initiate a housing scheme to provide decent and affordable shelter for workers in the state under the National Housing Fund Scheme. The Governor made the disclosure during the International Workers’ Day celebrations held at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, on May 1, 2024. Represented by his Deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo, the Governor explained that the state government is ready to provide land for the construction of the houses as soon as stakeholders involved in the process conclude discussions. In a press statement issued to…
Investment in Education has been identified as the gateway towards societal advancement and development. The Provost Aminu Kano College of Education AKCOE Dr Ayuba Ahmad Muhd made the indication during the opening of a two-day workshop organized for Academic Staff of Colleges of Education, Polytechnics and higher Institutions of learning across the nation. Dr Ayuba Ahmad dwelt on the need to prioritize research for Academic excellence where he urged participants to use the opportunity and participate actively in making the workshop highly interactive and tap the knowledge from the erudite education administrators. He further stated that the initiative of organizing…