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…
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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…
By Rabiu Sanusi In a bid to strengthen communication between the government and women in Kano State, the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has unveiled the Community Orientation Volunteer Project. This initiative, spearheaded by Afnan Foundation, seeks to empower women by educating them about government programs and policies designed to enhance their lives. Speaking during the launch, Comrade Waiya emphasized the project’s role in bridging the gap between the government and women, enabling them to access empowerment programs introduced by the current administration. He highlighted the state’s efforts to support 4,400 women with a monthly…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Former President Muhammadu Buhari has described Nigeria as a challenging country to govern. Speaking at an All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders’ meeting in Katsina, Buhari reflected on his time in office, noting that despite his efforts to address the nation’s challenges, he was often subjected to criticism. He remarked, “Those outside the corridors of power do not understand the complexities and difficulties facing Nigeria.” The former president also humorously noted that his health has improved since leaving office. “People who visited me told me I look better than before,” he said. Reflecting on his political…
By Usman Usman Garba The Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shettima, has applauded the contribution of the Tijjaniyya Islamic sect in fostering unity among the Muslim community in the country. The Vice President made the commendation while speaking at the 2025 Maulud celebration for the late Shiek Ibrahim Niass, the spiritual leader of the Tijjaniyya sect at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano A statement issued by Mr Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Kano state governor’s spokesperson, said VP Shettima, who was represented by Alhaji Babagana Fannami, praised the Muslim sect for standing over the past century in true teachings of Islam. Shettima,…