By Bello Shehu Shuni Sokoto State, located in the Northwestern region of the country, faces significant challenges in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. With a large population and limited access to digital technologies, the state struggles to keep pace with the rapidly evolving technology landscape. Current State of ICT in Sokoto: The current statistics on ICT adoption in the state are alarming: Low ICT penetration: Only 6.1 per cent of women and 23.4 per cent of men in the state have access to digital technologies. Limited digital skills: The majority of the population lacks basic digital skills, hindering…
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By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman In a bid to foster stronger collaboration between the security and information sectors, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Kano State Police Command paid a courtesy visit to the Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs at his office. Speaking during the visit, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, stated that the purpose of the visit was to congratulate the Commissioner on his appointment and to discuss ways to strengthen the existing cordial relationship between the Ministry and the Kano State Police Command. Kiyawa emphasized the need for collaboration between…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The Adamawa State Police Command heads to appeal over judgment delivered by the Yola High Court The court ordered the release of the suspected kidnapper, Hammadu Musa, and awarded him N5 million in damages. The statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, said the Command clarified that Musa was arrested by local vigilante members on allegations of kidnapping and subsequently handed over to the police. According to the investigations, a prima facie case was reportedly established against him, leading to his arraignment in court. The police also revealed that the case file…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, on Monday, commissioned the Buni Gari water treatment plant and flagged off the construction of the Buni Yadi/Damaturu flood and Erosion Control Project. The Buni Gari dam has a 243 million litres capacity with a treatment plant of 300,000 litres daily capacity “It has an intake structure, pumping system, generator and solar system”. Governor Buni said the water project was executed to solve the age-long water scarcity in Buni Gari, Buni Yadi and other adjoining communities. ‘I am pleased our government has fulfilled its campaign promise to construct…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) in Katsina State has elected new officials to steer the affairs of the union for the next three years. Nasiru Wada Maiadua was re-elected as President, along with 12 other officials, during the 9th quadrennial state delegate conference. Speaking at the event, Governor Dikko Umar Radda, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Abdullahi Garba Faskari, assured that his administration would continue working with local government councils to improve rural development. He also reaffirmed his commitment to granting full financial autonomy to the councils and commended…
By Rabiu Sanusi As part of efforts to implement the Maternal Mortality Reduction Innovation and Initiatives (MAMII) project, the Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH) organized a five-day workshop in Kano to design context-specific intervention strategies aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal mortality in the state and across the country. The workshop equipped participants with a thorough understanding of the MAMII concept and facilitated the development of intervention plans for implementation in Kano State. The Coordinating Minister of Health, Professor Ali Pate, represented by Dr. Saidu Ahmed, Director at the FMoH, emphasized that the MAMII initiative will redefine healthcare delivery in…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziao Kunle Salako, has revealed that over 200 million Nigerians are at risk of contracting one or more Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). According to him, 165 million Nigerians require preventive chemotherapy for at least one NTD. Dr. Salako made these remarks during the 2025 World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day celebration held in Abuja on Monday. The event was themed: “Unite, Act, and Eliminate NTDs as Catalysts for Global Health and Sustainable Development.” He explained that NTDs are a group of communicable and non-communicable diseases that primarily…
By Usman Usman Garba In a bold move to reinforce governance and enhance service delivery, His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a series of strategic appointments and reassignments across key sectors. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday. The statement said the appointments underscore the administration’s commitment to placing highly skilled and experienced professionals in critical positions to drive development, improve financial management, and ensure efficient service delivery for the people of Kano State. Key Appointments and Reassignments: 1. Jamila Magaji Abdullahi…
By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, is set to create 63,360 jobs for youth in the garment industry across the state’s 44 local government areas. Governor Yusuf disclosed this today while officially reopening the garment industry cluster in Kura Local Government Area. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor highlighted that the reopening of the garment clusters—originally established under Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s administration between 2011 and 2015—marks a significant step towards fulfilling his campaign promises. “What we are witnessing now is the fulfilment of a campaign…
By Ado Salisu The Emir of Gombe, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Shehu Abubakar, has assured continued support for sponsors and organisers of sports activities in the emirate. The Emir made this commitment during the closing ceremony of the maiden edition of the Gombe State Inter-Secondary Schools Athletics and Principal Cup Competition, held at Pantami Stadium. Represented by Dan Adalan Gombe, Alhaji Muhammad Baba Mabani, the Emir commended Hon. Ahmad Shuaibu Gara Gombe, the competition’s sponsor, for his dedication to promoting sports in the state. In his remarks, the Emir highlighted the importance of the championship in discovering and…