By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has extended heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Jigawa State following the tragic fire incident in Majia, which claimed over 100 lives and left more than 70 individuals with varying degrees of burns. In a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf described the incident as a heart-wrenching tragedy, marking a significant loss not only for Jigawa State but for the nation at large. “We received with deep shock the news of the devastating fire in Majia town, Taura Local Government Area, Jigawa…
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From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto A non-governmental organization, FHI360, working to accelerate Maternal, Infant, and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) interventions in Nigeria, has called on the Sokoto State Government to continue supporting nutrition initiatives for maternal health development. The state coordinator, Victor Osatogbe, explained that the project’s leadership developed a sustainable plan with A&T, implementing joint bi-weekly and monthly supervision. FHI 360 works to improve nutrition globally, addressing nutrition challenges through research, innovation, and advocacy. Their efforts focus on maternal, newborn, and child health, recognizing the interconnected factors that enable a robust continuum of care. Under the project, a joint…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has expressed reasons for ensuring that all the 21 local governments should be women to unlock the potential of the girl child for the better. Fintiri, therefore, said, “Together, we can unlock the potential of the girl child and create a better world for all” and also pledged to continue supporting initiatives that promote girls’ education and empowerment.” He said it is on this not that “I and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the states deliberately made all 21 local government areas vice-chairmen presently women. The governor reiterated that…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Department of Girl Child and Child Development in Katsina State has graduated and empowered 455 girls from the four acquisition skills centres in the state. The Special Adviser on Girl Child and Child Development, Hajiya Jamila Abdu Mani, disclosed this while speaking at a sensitisation meeting to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child. The event was organised by the Institute of Human Virology of Nigeria (IHVN) in collaboration with the Department held at Government Girls Senior Secondary School Katsina. The Special Adviser, represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Department, Alh Aminu…
By Usman Usman The 35th Anniversary and the Annual General National Scientific Conference organized by the Professional Association of Public Health Nurses of Nigeria (PAPHNON) focuses on challenges facing the profession. Speaking at the occasion, the national chairman of the association, Professor Addakano Bello Umar, a lecturer with Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, said the event gives room for state branches the chance to narrate progress and challenges and share experiences for fruitful results. A statement issued to The Triumph by Nura Bala Ajingi on Monday quoted the Professor emphasizing the urgent need to address the pressing concerns of their members.…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Chief Judge of Katsina State, Justice Musa Danladi Abubakar, has issued a stern warning to magistrates and sharia court judges against interfering with police investigations. In a speech delivered at the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed magistrates and sharia court judges, Justice Abubakar stated that any judge who grants an order stopping a police investigation will be removed from their position. The Chief Judge emphasized that magistrates and sharia courts lack the jurisdiction to halt police investigations. He described this practice as a dangerous trend in the administration of justice that is unacceptable. Justice…
By Rabiu Sanusi The National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Chris Isiguzo, has commended the significant achievements of the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, particularly in the health and education sectors. In a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, it was revealed that Comrade Chris, alongside his deputy, Comrade Alasan Yahaya. The due visited Kano on Sunday to confer the title of Grand Patron of the NUJ on Governor Yusuf and to present the newly elected leadership of the NUJ Kano chapter. The NUJ President highlighted Governor Yusuf’s recent recognition…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, broker-peace between stakeholders in the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) and the top echelons of the Kwankwasiyya movement in Kano. The successful reconciliation held behind a closed door at the Governor’s office Monday evening has put to rest the lingering crisis rocking the internal structure of the party.⁸ The key figures involved in the reconciliation include the Secretary to State Government, SSG, Dr Baffa Bichi, and Bichi local government Chairmanship aspirant, Hon. Hon Hamza Sule Maifata. Addressing journalists at the close door meeting, the SSG, Dr. Abdullahi Baffa Bichi accepted…
By Usman Gwadabe Information has reached the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) that some persons or self acclaimed agents are using the commission’s name to make commitments to Service Providers for contracts on pilgrims’ accommodations and feeding arrangements in Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj. According to a statement issued by Fatima Sanda Usara, the Assistant Director Public Affairs of the commission disclosed that some of these individuals have gone to the extent of making contacts with the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in the name of the commission. The statement emphasised that “The Chairman of the commission,…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Coalition of Northern Group (CNG) has commenced engagement with Communities in solving insecurity problem facing Northern states. The engagement kicks off in Katsina state with the theme ‘Imperative of popular participation in tackling socio_ecomonic challenges bedevilling Northern Nigeria through Driven solution’. Our correspondent reports that the Katsina community engagement drew participants from the student unions, the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Community and Religious leaders, Civil Society Organisations, and university lectures, among others. Speaking at the occasion, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of CNG, Dr Ashiru Sheriff Nasturah, said the engagement was initiated…