By Ekaette Okon Joseph and Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Education has been described as the foundation of development and good governance. The Special Assistant to the Akwa Ibom State Governor on Media, Ekaette Okon Joseph, made this assertion in a statement, stressing that the true measure of government commitment is reflected not only in policy declarations but also in financial decisions. She stated that in Akwa Ibom State, Governor Umo Eno has increasingly demonstrated that investment in education and young people is a long-term economic strategy rather than merely a social obligation. According to her, recent approvals for examination fees,…
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By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Akwa Ibom State Government has approved N1.368 billion to pay the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) fees and related expenses for students across the state, as part of Governor Umo Eno’s commitment to removing financial barriers in education. The Special Assistant to the Governor on Media, Ekaette Okon Joseph, said the administration has invested significantly in education through various programmes aimed at improving access and supporting young people. She stated that the latest approvals for examination fees, bursaries and youth support programmes demonstrate the government’s determination to ensure that financial challenges do…
By Shafi’u Yahaya The Commander of the Anti-Phone Snatching and Illicit Drug Elimination Unit in Kano State, Officer Nura Salisu Sharada, has called on residents to actively support efforts to eliminate the sale of illicit drugs, phone snatching, and other criminal activities across the state. Speaking recently in Kano, Commander Sharada said community participation is essential to winning the fight against crime and ensuring lasting peace and security. He commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for his commitment to improving security in Kano State, describing him as an action-oriented leader who has made the safety and welfare of the people a…
By Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has commended the state’s AGILE implementation team for its outstanding performance in delivering projects aimed at improving access to quality education for adolescent girls. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Prof. Ahmed Ladan Ala, gave the commendation while declaring open a three-day Annual AGILE Project Review Workshop in Sokoto. He praised the AGILE Team Lead, Dr. Mansur, and his team for their commitment and effective implementation of the project across the state. “I want to commend the AGILE team, especially the Team Lead, Dr. Mansur, for his sterling leadership in…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Chief Executive Officer of the Kano Cancer Treatment Centre (KCTC), Dr. Nafisa Abdu, has urged Nigerians to seek prompt medical evaluation if they notice persistent lumps, unexplained swelling, prolonged bone pain, or any lump larger than five centimetres, stressing that early detection and diagnosis are crucial to improving outcomes for people with sarcoma, a rare but aggressive form of cancer. Dr. Abdu made the appeal in a statement marking Sarcoma Awareness Month in July, calling for increased public awareness of the disease, which is often described as the “forgotten cancer” due to its rarity and the…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA) has marked its third anniversary with a public lecture on drug abuse, reaffirming its commitment to promoting the responsible use of medicines and improving public health across the state. The event brought together government officials, health experts, religious leaders, and other stakeholders to address the growing challenge of substance abuse, particularly among young people. Speaking at the event, held at the agency’s headquarters in Kano, the Head of the Kano State Civil Service, Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for what she described as…
By Christiana Gokyo, Jos A coalition of Plateau State indigenous youth organisations has called on the Federal Government, the Plateau State Government, security agencies, traditional institutions, civil society organisations and all patriotic Nigerians to unite in confronting terrorism, banditry and other forms of violent crime threatening the state’s peace and security. The appeal was made on Wednesday during a press briefing at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre in Jos. The coalition comprises youth bodies from the Afizere, Anaguta, Atakar, Aten, Berom, Irigwe, Kunlere, Mushere, Mwaghavul, Pan and Ron ethnic nationalities. The group, led by Barrister Dalyop Solomon…
Abubakar Umar Muhammad In a society where corruption, injustice, selfishness, and abuse of public trust often dominate the headlines, there remain individuals whose honesty, integrity, and fear of Allah inspire hope and reaffirm our faith in public service. One of the greatest blessings in my professional journey has been the opportunity to work with Dr. Fatima Usman Zahraddeen, the Executive Secretary of the Kano Health Trust Fund (KHETFUND). She is an exceptional leader whose commitment, dedication, integrity, and fairness are reflected in every aspect of her service. She treats everyone with respect and impartiality, regardless of tribe, background, social status,…
From Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abdullahi Balarabe Dabai, has distributed mobility tricycles to 105 persons with disabilities in Bakori/Danja Federal Constituency of Katsina State. Dabai said the distribution was part of his constituency intervention programme aimed at improving the mobility and livelihoods of persons with disabilities. He explained that the beneficiaries were selected from all the wards in Bakori and Danja Local Government Areas to ensure fairness and inclusiveness. The lawmaker called on political office holders, philanthropists, and well-meaning Nigerians to support persons with disabilities, describing such assistance as both a humanitarian…
By Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Police Command has announced that the Police Service Commission (PSC) has released the names of successful applicants for the recruitment of 50,000 Police Constables into the Nigeria Police Force. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufai, ANIPR, the recruitment exercise was conducted in collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Nigeria Police Force, the Federal Character Commission, the Ministry of Police Affairs, State Careers and Counselling Departments, and the Police Community Relations Committee, to ensure a transparent, inclusive, equitable, and merit-based process. The statement advised candidates…