By Usman Usman Garba Director General, Special Services Directorate, Kano Government House Governor, AVM Ibrahim Umar (rtd) has disclosed that Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf is expected to launch the Emblem Appeal Fund on Monday. AVM Umar disclosed while briefing pressmen on the lined-up activities for the 2025 Armed Forces Celebration And Remembrance Day (AFRD) in his office On Friday. According to him, Governor Yusuf is also planning to lead the Wreaths Laying Ceremony followed by Security Chiefs among other major stakeholders on Wednesday at Dotsa Village, Kumbotso Local Government Area. “After the Wreaths Laying Ceremony, there will be a…
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…As Gov. Yusuf contributes N2m By Usman Usman Garba Kano’ State Government under the leadership of Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has donated the sum of N10 million to fallen heroes of the state. The governor made the donation while presiding over the Emblem Appeal Fund Launch as part of activities lined-up for the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, held at Coronation Hall, Government House Kano, on Monday. In a statement issued by Director Public Enlightenment, Kano Government House, Usman Gwadabe said, Governor Yusuf personally contributed N2 million to the fund, while 44 local government councils assisted the fallen heroes…
By Usman Usman Garba In a decisive step to transform Kano State’s education sector, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has distributed 789,000 school uniforms to pupils in 7,092 public schools across the state’s 44 local government areas. The initiative, described as a cornerstone of the administration’s strategy to improve access to quality education, was announced in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, the distribution aims to create a dignified and inclusive learning environment for all children in the state. Speaking at the distribution ceremony, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his commitment to overhauling Kano’s education…
By Abba Dukawa Although I have never met Governor Bala Mohammed in person and have only seen him on television, his recent critique of the federal government’s economic policies resonates deeply with the plight of ordinary Nigerians. Governor Bala’s concerns stem from genuine empathy for citizens enduring unbearable hardships, exacerbated by the prevailing economic realities. Millions of Nigerians are grappling with the high cost of living, widespread poverty, and increasing hardship, underscoring the depth of economic challenges faced across the country. The governor’s statements have struck a chord with many Nigerians, irrespective of their political affiliations. His boldness in speaking…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The 2023 Governorship candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen. Aishatu Ahmed Modibbo Binani may loose political relevants as 7,000 supporters dump her shift loyalty to the state leadership. The group widely, known as the Binani Support Group, with over 7,000 membership strength formed in 2013 to promote the ideals of the party. The Coordinator of the group, Mallam Mutawab Haruna after the meeting have decided to dump and withdrew their loyalty from Binani and reverted to it’s original name, “APC Youth Development Forum Adamawa Northern Zone. According to Haruna, the group’s primary aim has always…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has launched a comprehensive eye camp initiative to provide free surgeries for 10,000 residents suffering from various visual impairments, including cataracts. Governor Zulum made the announcement on Monday while inaugurating the programme, which is a collaboration between the Borno State Government and Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South in the National Assembly. Senator Ndume funded surgeries for 500 beneficiaries as part of the initiative. The programme, initially designed to benefit 1,000 individuals, was expanded due to the overwhelming number of people in need of assistance. “We launched a…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina A Katsina State High Court has dismissed a suit filed by some aggrieved members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) challenging the conduct of the party’s ward, local government, and state congresses held between July and August last year. The plaintiffs, led by former Secretary to the Katsina State Government, Alhaji Mustafa Inuwa, alongside eight other prominent members of the party, took the party’s leadership to court over its refusal to sell expression of interest forms to some party members. The suit was filed on behalf of 7,905 other party members who expressed dissatisfaction with…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf will officially launch the distribution of school uniforms to over 789,000 Primary 1 pupils across 7,092 public schools in all 44 Local Government Areas on Monday, January 13, 2025. According to a statement by the Commissioner for Information, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the initiative is part of the government’s effort to address the problem of out-of-school children. Arewa PUNCH correspondent gathered that the program aims to promote school enrolment and provide support to indigent families, easing financial burdens on parents. “This move aligns with Governor Yusuf’s commitment to improving access to…
From Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State University, Bokkos (PLASU), has achieved a significant milestone with the approval of six new academic programs, underscoring its commitment to expanding educational opportunities. The announcement was made by the Acting Vice Chancellor and Chairman of the university’s Senate, Professor Shedrack Gaya Best, during the institution’s 92nd regular Senate meeting held on January 10, 2025. The newly approved programs include degrees in Medical Sciences (MBBS), Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharm D.), Statistics (B.Sc.), and Religious Studies (B.A.), alongside professional accreditation for Law and Nursing Sciences. The approvals came from the National Universities Commission (NUC), which had…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Government has acquired 40 additional brand-new Massey Ferguson tractors to enhance agricultural productivity in the state. In a press statement released by Buba Garba Lawan, the Senior Special Assistant on Media Affairs to Governor Mai Mala Buni, the Commissioner for Agriculture, Hon. Ali Mustapha Goniri, disclosed this development shortly after inspecting the tractors in Damaturu, the state capital. Hon. Ali Mustapha Goniri stated that the new tractors would facilitate large-scale mechanized farming for both rain-fed and irrigation agriculture. This initiative aims to ensure food security for the state’s rapidly growing population. The…