The Chairman, Nigerian Medical Association, Kano State Branch, Maiduguri Road, Kano, Sir, WE COMMEND THE LEADERSHIP OF THE NIGERIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, KANO STATE BRANCH, FOR SHELVING YOUR PLAN TO EMBARK ON MASS ACTION, FOLLOWING THE INTERVENTION OF HIS EXCELLENCY THE EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF KANO STATE The attention of the Kano Peace Committee (KPC), has been drawn to an intervention of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, over the rift which erupted between Hajiya Amina Abdullahi Sani, Hon. Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction and Nigerian Medical Association, Kano State Branch, on behalf of…
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Some parents of the released August 1st protesters in Kano state have expressed happiness over the release and return of their children back to the state. A visit to Muhammadu Buhari Specialist Hospital, Ginginyu, where the young ones are kept for medical examination and recuperation, revealed a number of parents came visiting despite being informed of the Friday set day for visiting. One of the parents came with a basket containing two food warmers, among other things, and claimed it was her son’s favourite (Danwake), but unfortunately for her, the security mount at the entrance didn’t allow her access to…
The Kano state government has reopened the Nuhu Bammali Maternity Hospital in Kofar Nassarawa area, Municipal local government, after completing its renovation. This move aims to provide adequate facilities for pregnant women and children’s immunization. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf emphasized the hospital’s importance in caring for the health of pregnant women and children. The hospital has been equipped with, Enough beds for admitting patients,Lights and air conditioners in patient rooms and offices,improved infrastructure for better healthcare services. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf urged the hospital staff to maintain cleanliness and hygiene. The Kano state government has also awarded contracts to renovate…
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kano State Chapter, has issued a call to action, urging its members to maintain high standards of professionalism in their daily engagements. This appeal is part of NAWOJ’s commitment to upholding journalistic ethics and integrity, particularly in today’s fast-paced media landscape where misinformation can spread rapidly. NAWOJ emphasizes the importance of journalistic integrity when covering sensitive or political issues, encouraging members to adhere to ethical practices by verifying and authenticating news stories before publication. This ensures public trust and reinforces journalists’ credibility as unbiased and reliable informants NAWOJ also encourages non-professionals interested in…
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) in Kano State has agreed to resume full services at the Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital after Governor Abba Yusuf intervened in the dispute between the association and Commissioner Aisha Abdullahi over an alleged assault on a doctor. The NMA had initially withdrawn its services after issuing a 48-hour ultimatum to the state government to sack Commissioner Abdullahi. However, after meeting with Governor Yusuf, NMA Chairman Dr. Abdurrahman Ali announced that they would resume services to allow the governor to take necessary action on the incident. Governor Yusuf had appealed to the NMA to shelve their…
The Kano State Zero Dose Learning Hub Community of Practice (CoP) conducted a facility based immunization budget tracking, accountability and sustainability at Sheka and Rugafada PHC’s in Kumbotso LGA. The exercise, conducted on Wednesday, 6th November, 2024 under the leadership of AHBN Zero Dose Learning Hub State Focal Person Dr. Musa Muhammad Bello is to evaluate immunization finances utilization, accountability and sustainability among the two PHCs. In order to understand strength and gaps and to learn for the improvement of RI services thereby reducing the burden of Zero Dose Children in the state. Kumbotso LGA is among the fifteen…
Monitored by Hon. Seyi Olorunsola Anticipation is building in Kano as the city prepares to welcome home Rt. Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, recently sworn in as Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The news of his first homecoming since the appointment has electrified Kano, with the city preparing to celebrate this momentous occasion with a flurry of activity and display of pride. As Kano gears up for Ata’s arrival, streets and neighborhoods are agog and alive with decorations that signify more than just a ceremonial welcome. Banners, billboards, and posters featuring Rt. Hon.…
The NNPC Ltd. Has emphasised the economic and environmental advantages of adopting CNG as a cleaner and cheaper fuel alternative, urging stakeholders to leverage government policies on clean energy by investing in the entire value chain of CNG technology. This was made known by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the NNPC Ltd., Mr. Olufemi Soneye during the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) held in Abuja, on Tuesday. Represented by the Head, Relationship and Stakeholder Management, Mrs. Oluwakemi Olumuyiwa, Soneye highlighted the company’s role in establishing and deploying CNG mother stations in select areas through pilot schemes. These efforts, Soneye…
In it’s efforts to ensure the protection of lives and properties of road users in Kazaure Area ,the Federal Road Safety Corps, Kazaure Unit Command had embarked on a massive public enlightenment campaign across all the local government areas under the jurisdiction of the Unit Command. This was disclosed by the Unit Commander Assistant Corps Commander (ACC), Umar A Ali while fielding questions from Journalists during an Enlightenment Campaign of Ember Month at Hafed Radio FM Kazaure Eng’r. Umar A Ali said, this is in compliance with the directive of the Corp Marshal to engage the public on safe driving…
The Kano state 2024 OBR4 polio immunization was flagged off at Ungogo local government area marking the commencement of the campaign across the 44 LGAs. The campaign targets 3.6 million children against polio poliomyelitis. Speaking at the flag off at Ungoggo LGA, the Health Manager UNICEF Kano field office, Dr. Sereke Seyoum Deres, explained that, vaccination awareness is crucial in protecting children and future generations from the polio threat. He emphasized on the need to spread the knowledge and encourage others to participate in vaccination drive. Dr Sereke highlighted that polio as a preventable disease has impacted countless lives, saying…