By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Executive Council, presided by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Wednesday, approved the release of N18,827,672,314,67 for the execution of various projects across the state. The Commissioner of Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye Dantiye Explained that while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the 18th Executive Council meeting at the Council Chamber, government house. According to the Commissioner, ”The sum of N244,987,633.26 was approved for KEDCO electricity bills for June 2024 in respect of four major water treatment plants that include Challawa, Tamburawa, Kusalla, Watari and state Water Board Headquarters. Also, approval was granted for the release…
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…Directed DPMs to take charge of the local govt By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has dissolved the caretaker chairmen of all 44 local government areas in the state. The governor announced the decision during a special meeting held at the Africa House, Government House Kano on Wednesday The dissolution comes just a week after the Kano State House of Assembly approved a two-month extension to the tenure of the caretaker chairmen, which was set to expire on September 8, 2024. The extension, slated to run from September 9 to November 9, 2024, was deemed necessary…
By Usman Usman Garba In its determination to further maintain the robust and sustainable supply chain in all public health facilities in the state, the Sustainable Health Commodity Supply System Committee (SHCSSC) has organized a 3-day workshop for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to some selected public primary and secondary health facilities of the state. The training was supported by the Global Affairs Canada Nutrition International Improved Diarrhoea Treatment Outcome Project through Forward in Action for Education, Poverty, and Malnutrition (FAcE-PaM). It is aimed at making the participants understand the role of logistics and supply chain in the supply of healthcare…
By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has condoled with the families of the late Alhaji Haruna Dan’Asabe of Getso town in Gwarzo local government, who died some days ago. In a statement by the governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa said Governor Yusuf mourned the death of an influential community figure, a businessman and a renowned farmer. The governor appreciated the efforts of the late Alhaji Getso towards the development of the Gwarzo community, who inspired and supported many who prosper in farming and business. Governor Yusuf prayed to Almighty Allah, the most exalted to grant…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu PDP National Chairman Ambassador Umaru Bello Iliya Damagum today led members of the National Working Committee and Board of Trustees of the party on a sympathy visit to Gov. Mai Mala Buni over the Mafa attack and flood in some parts of the state. The chairman commended Gov. Buni for giving every citizen of the state a sense of belonging irrespective of political differences. “I must appreciate you for giving everyone a sense of belonging and fulfillment, despite our political differences,” he said. Amb. Damagum said PDP shares the pain and trauma suffered by the…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN) has raised alarm over the rising number of prostate and breast cancer cases in the country. The concern was voiced at their recent General Meeting held at the Katsina General Hospital. Saidu Ibrahim, Chairman of the PPFN’s Katsina branch, highlighted reports indicating a daily increase in cancer patients across Nigeria. He expressed the organization’s deep worry due to the high death toll associated with these diseases. He further pledged to focus its efforts on eradicating these cancers and minimizing the suffering of affected individuals. Mr. Ibrahim announced plans…
From Mustapha Saye, Kaduna The Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) has called on the Federal Government to identify and publicize flood-prone zones to prevent loss of life and property. A statement issued and signed by the JNI Secretary-General, Prof. Khalid Abubakar Aliyu, and made available to The Triumph correspondent in Kaduna, emphasized the need for proactive flood control measures, early warning systems, and reinforcement of dams. The organization expressed concern over recurring flooding in Nigeria, urging a holistic approach to address the issue. JNI commiserated with victims of recent floods, particularly in Maiduguri, where the Alau Dam breach resulted in significant…
From Ahmad Ibrahim, Gusau The serving Chairman of Zamfara State Independent Electoral Commission (ZASIEC), Alhaji Sani Ibrahim Ruwan Dorawa Dan Majen Maru, passed away. The secretary of the Commission, Barrister Abbas Mualledi, confirmed the death in an official statement issued to The Triumph correspondent, in Gusau, the state capital. Danmajen Maru, as he is popularly called, was a former federal lawmaker who represented Maru/Bungudu in the Federal House of Representatives between 2011 and 2015 under the platform of ANPP. He was appointed as the chairman of ZASIEC by the current administration of Governor Dr Dauda Lawal The deceased was known…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The Adamawa state governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2023 elections, Sen. Aishatu Dahiru Binani, says it is time to improve the livelihood with food and imputes as a result of the hardship you are undergoing in the state and the nation. Binani made this when she distributed over 1000 bags of fertilizer and cash free of charge to Adamawa citizens who stood by her during her 2023 governorship primaries and the general election. This gesture cut across citizens and some of her delegates who stood by her and voted for her…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has urged Muslims in the state to use the Maulud celebrations and seek Allah’s intervention on the security challenges confronting the nation. A statement issued by Abubakar Bawa, Press Secretary to the governor on Sunday said Governor Aliyu gave the charge in his Maulud message to the people of the state. Gov. Aliyu described the security challenges facing the country today as the major setback to Nigeria’s development, hence the need for all hands to be on the deck. “No meaningful development takes place where there is no peace,…