By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Kano State Government has said that it is open to constructive criticism from media professionals provided it is free from malice and distortion. The Commissioner for Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye, stated this during a meeting with media organisation heads in the state held in the Conference Room of the Ministry of Information aimed to strengthen ties with the media and address industry-related issues. Acknowledging the media’s traditional role in holding the government accountable, Dantiye said, “The government welcomes constructive criticism as long as it is not intended to misrepresent or cause harm. While we encourage…
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By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Government has announced its decision to reward two primary school head teachers who were found diligently working in their offices in preparation for the upcoming 2024/2025 academic session, scheduled to start next week. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf disclosed this during an unplanned visit to Tsanyawa Central and Model Primary Schools on his return from Katsina, where he encountered the headmasters on their duty post. According to a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor was notably impressed with the headmasters’ commitment, particularly since they were present in their offices…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has officially reopened the Kano State Driving Institute, reinstating its academic and practical programme after eight years of neglect under the previous administration. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawkin Tofa, on Friday. Originally established during Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s second term as part of a broader strategic transport ecosystem, the institute was designed to produce professional and licensed drivers equipped with state-of-the-art training. Unfortunately, the facility was shut down for the entirety of the last administration’s eight-year tenure, leaving it in a…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has announced his decision to embark on the construction of a new bridge in the town of Imawa, located within the Kura Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawkin Tofa on Friday said the initiative is aimed at mitigating the frequent accidents that have plagued the area, particularly along the busy Kano-Zaria expressway, where such incidents have become all too common. The decision to build the bridge follows a tragic accident in which a driver struck and killed three people,…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Government has approved Sunday, 8th Sept. 2024, as the resumption date for all Boarding Public/Private Primary and Post Primary Schools in the State for the commencement of the 2024/2025 first term academic session. While Pupils and Students in Day schools across the state are to resume on Monday, 9th Sept. 2024, respectively. A statement signed by the Director of Public Enlightenment of the State Ministry of Education, Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru, calls on Parents/Guardians of Students to take note of the resumption date to ensure total compliance. The statement quoted the Commissioner of Education, Alhaji…
By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has signed the 2024 supplementary budget totalling N99,221,503,569.93 into Law after it was scrutinized and passed by the Kano State House of Assembly. The state Commissioner of Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye made the statement while briefing newsmen at the Government House immediately after assenting the budget to the governor. The supplementary budget is to complement the earlier budget approved of N437,338,312,787.93 and is made of N68.2 billion, which is 42% for personnel and overhead cost, while N30.9 billion, amounting to 58% for capital expenditure. According to Dantiye after signing the…
From Ahmad Ibrahim Gusau The First Lady and wife of the President, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has disbursed N50 million to 1,000 petty traders in Zamfara State, stating that petty traders are the heart of Nigeria’s local economy. Speaking on Thursday at the formal disbursement of cash grants to women petty traders held in Gusau, the state capital, the Nigerian First Lady, represented by the wife of the Zamfara State Governor, Hajiya Huriya Dauda Lawal, said the program was part of the federal government’s Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) on economic empowerment. “I’m honored to be here at the empowerment program for…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Twenty people have been confirmed dead in the last two weeks in Gashua, the headquarters of Bade local government area of Yobe state following the collapse of houses due to heavy rainfall. The Executive Chairman of the local government area, Babagana Ibrahim, explained that many residents are now taking refuge in three designated camps. According to him, the government is providing the immediate needs of the displaced persons such as food items, medical care, hygiene kits, and clean drinking water to protect them from any disease outbreaks, seeking support from the federal government and dodonorgencies.…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda has reaffirmed Katsina State’s commitment to be at the forefront of implementing the new minimum wage recently announced by the Federal Government. Speaking at the Public Engagement, 2025 Citizens Budget Participation Process and Launching of Community Development Programme held at the Local Government Service Commission, Katsina, Governor Radda addressed presentations made by civil society organizations. He stated, “Katsina State is poised to be a leader in implementing the new minimum wage. We are currently awaiting the federal government’s guidelines on the implementation process to ensure a smooth…
…Pledges to defend from Saboteurs From Atiku Sarki, Abuja With the commencement of the Gasoline production, also known as Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by Dangote Refinery on Sunday, the 1st day of September 2024, the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Gas Workers (NUPENG) has commended the Federal Government and Alhaji Aliko Dangote Group for this remarkable achievement. According to NUPENG, Dangote Refinery has not only brought a significant historical milestone landmark in this country but has also represented Nigeria’s energy independence and economic growth. It said, “This day has been long anticipated and awaited with bated breath and prayers not…