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Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru Kano State Government has distributed over 80 Mattresses to fresh students under the Exchange Schooling  programme. Distributing the mattresses to Students of the Exchange Programme at Government Secondary School Gwarzo, the State Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa represented by the programme coordinator Malam Auwal Mustapha Gadon Kaya said the provision of the Mattresses was in line with present administration’s zeal of improving teaching and learning atmosphere of the students. Umar Doguwa explained that 50 Mattresses were distributed to Exchange Students of Government Secondary School Gwarzo while Students of the Exchange Programme at Government Girls Secondary…

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Haruna Muhammad Gunduwawa Karaye local government of Kano State has introduced  buses for transporting female students to their respective schools freely. The Director Personal Management of the local government Aminu Bello Ƙaraye who disclosed this said, the measure is a compliment of the Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration commitments towards supporting  girls child education. Aminu Bello maintained that, the phase one of the scheme, a bus has been provided for conveying female students to their respective secondary schools within Karaye town the headquarters of the local government. The Director Personal Management assured that, additional buses would soon be provided to…

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The Acting Governor of Kano state, Comr. Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo has emphasized the need for more private surveyor companies during a meeting with a delegation from the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors, led by its President Dr. Ibitoye Mathew Olomolatan. The President of the Institution clarified that the delegation’s visit to Kano was to celebrate the annual general conference of the Association of Private Practicing Surveyors of Nigeria (APPSN). “The objective is to establish collaboration between the institution and the State Government, aiming to engage private survey practitioners for untapped benefits in revenue generation and employment opportunities” he said. President of…

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Auwalu Ado Sheshe The Hisba Commander General Sheikh Aminuddeen Ibrahim Daurawa has said the Kano Police Command handed over 38 casual sex workers to Hisba Board for rehabilitation. The Commander General disclosed this today while receiving Hisba S/Gari local government of Kaduna State in his office. The Commander General expressed delight for the visit and commended the local government Chairman Engineer Muhammad Usman for establishing Hisba structure in the local government despite the challenges faced from the non Muslims residents in the area. While speaking on the commercial sex workers, Sheikh Aminuddeen Daurawa said, out of 38 casual sex workers…

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The Fédération Malienne de Football was charged with misconduct following unsporting behavior of its players towards the match official. The Disciplinary Board found the player Hamari Traore guilty of unsporting conduct towards the match official. Traore was suspended for four (4) matches two (2) of which are suspended for a period of one year. The Fédération Malienne de Football was also fined 10,000 US Dollars. The Fédération Ivoirienne de Football was also charged with team’s misconduct. They were fined 5,000 US Dollars. Player Krepin Diatta was charged with bringing CAF into disrepute following comments made after the match between Senegal…

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Our reporter The attention of Kano State Government has been drawn to false accusation going round on mainstream and especially on social media platforms against the administration regarding alleged release from a correctional facility of one Murja Ibrahim Kunya, a renowned Tik Toker, who is standing trial for allegation of sharing inappropriate video content contrary to provisions of relevant laws in the state. This insinuation and allegation are totally unfounded, untrue, mischievous, lacking in any substance and a pigment of the imagination of some misguided and disgruntled elements that are bent on tarnishing the good image of the administration and…

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Ramatu Garba The National Agency For Food and Drug Administration and Control(NAFDAC) in collaboration with the Pharmacist Council of Nigeria(PCN) have sealed off 1,321 medicine stores for operating illegally in Kano. Mr Francis Ononiwu, the Director Investigation and Enforcement NAFDAC, made this known while addressing newsmen on Monday in Kano. He said the joint operations took place on Saturday and Sunday Feb.17 and Feb.18. He said the stores were located in the Malam ealed Kato Square,Niger Street and Sabon Gari Market Kano. “The enforcement action was to ensure medical dealers relocate to Coordinated wholesale centre(CWC) in Dangwauro, along Zaria Road…

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Sulaiman A. Dederi The Director-General of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Alhaji Laminu Rabi’u Danbappa, has announced the launch of a weekly Induction Course Tour for intending pilgrims at the Gwarzo Hajj Centre. Alhaji Laminu Rabi’u Danbappa, represented by the Director of Propagation, Education, and Enlightenment, Alhaji Sa’idu Muktar, stated that they visited the Gwarzo Hajj Centre to oversee the ongoing Induction Course for intending pilgrims from the area. Alhaji Sa’idu Muktar emphasized that this initiative, mandated by the Kano State Government, aims to educate intending pilgrims weekly before their daily induction courses commence. During his address, Sheikh Tijjani…

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Ramatu Garba The National Agency For Food and Drug Administration and Control(NAFDAC) in collaboration with Pharmacist Council of Nigeria(PCN) has sealed over 750 medicine stores over alleged breach of its operation regulations in Kano. It will be recalled that a Federal High Court Kano, on Feb.16, ordered the Medicine dealers to relocate to the approved Coordinated Wholesale Centre (CWC) in Kano Economic City, Dangwauro, along Zaria Road. Addressing newsmen, the Director Investigation and Enforcement NAFDAC, Mr Francis Ononiwu, said the operation was to ensure medical dealers relocate to Coordinated wholesale centre(CWC). The sealed medicine stores are located at Mallam Kato…

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Tasi’u Jibo Dawanau Husband is said to be responsible for the provision of  Furnitures, Bedclothes for his Brides in Islam. The chief Imam of Kiyawa in Ɓagwai local government area, Malam Bilyamin Abubakar stated this while delivering a paper on who suppose to be responsible for the provision of furnitures and Bedclothes among couples in Islam organised by Ɓagwai local branch of Jama’atul Nasril Islam on ways to reduce the cost of marriage in the area. Malam Bilyamin Abubakar who quoted some verses from the holy Qur’an and Hadith of the holy prophet peace be upon him on the guidelines…

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Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru Kano State Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa says government will start sanctioning parents whose children are found roaming the streets during school hours. Umar Duguwa gave the warning on Sunday during a stakeholders’ meeting with women on the significance of girls education as key impetus for accelerated socio-economic development held at Sani Abacha Indoor Stadium. He maintained that the present administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf would no longer tolerate absenteeism, lateness by either teachers or students, stressing that any person found with this habit government would take appropriate action against him or her. Doguwa revealed…

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A serving Nigerian Air Force (NAF) officer, Air Commodore John Ijudigal, has successfully thwarted a robbery/kidnapping attempt by suspected criminals popularly known as ‘one-chance’ in Abuja. Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet Director of Public Relations and Information Nigeria Air Force made this known in a statement. He explained that the incident occurred on 14 February 2024 at Accra Road, Wuse Zone 5, leading to the apprehension of 3 of the suspects and the eventual rescue of 2 of the kidnapped victims. He added that the incident unfolded at about 7.28pm as Air Commodore Ijudigal was commuting home in his staff…

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Haruna Muhammad Gunduwawa Sarkin Sudan of Kontagora and Deputy Chairman of Niger State Council of Emir’s Alhaji Muhammad Barau Mu’azu II has requested an intensive Prayer support from Karaye Emir to end insecurity in Kontagora Emirate. Alhaji Muhammad Barau Mu’azu II made the request yesterday when he visited the Ƙaraye Emirate. The Sarkin Sudan of Kontagora Stated that, “our visit to this great palace is to seek your royal blessings, advice and prayer to the present predicaments in Kontagora Emirate” “As you may be aware Kontagora Emirate and Niger state in general experiencing banditry and other related insecurity which only…

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By Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru Kano State Government has expressed it’s willingness to strengthen partnership with National Project Coordinating Unit of Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS) on skills acquisition training of students across the state. Recall that Kano State Government in collaboration with IDEAS project had on 22nd Jan. 2024 conveyed 105 Technical Teachers to Kaduna for a 3-week training workshop aimed at increasing the number of competent and motivated technical teachers. Receiving the representatives of the project in his office, Kano State Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa hinted that as the project is…

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Mubarak Isma’il Abubakar Madungurum. Kano Pillars Football Club Technical Adviser Abdu Maikaba expressed optimism that his Boys were not in the Abia state for site seeing but rather to grab the maximum three points at stake. He made the statement during his side’s Shake up training Session, ahead of tomorrow’s Week Twenty encounter against host Heartland of Owerri at the Enyimba International Stadium Aba. Maikaba seized the opportunity to call for fair officiating by match officials and ceaseless prayers from the club supporters in that respect. He also commanded the Chairman of the club Alhaji Babangida Umar Little for the…

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Abba Dukawa President Bola Tinubu has approved the immediate upgrade of 16 key health infrastructure and equipment across all six geo-political zones in the country. This, according to a statement by the President’s media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, is in line with his administration’s vision of overhauling the health and social welfare sector for enhanced service delivery to all Nigerians. “Upgrading health infrastructure and equipment is a top priority of President Tinubu’s Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative. “To advance this landmark effort, the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in collaboration with the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) will carry…

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Abba Dukawa THE Federal Government alongside the governments of the 36 states are considering the creation of state police. This followed an emergency meeting between President Bola Tinubu and state governors at the Aso Rock Villa on Thursday. Thursday’s meeting follows the recent hike in food prices, economic hardship, and pockets of insecurity recorded nationwide. Addressing State House correspondents after the meeting, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, explained that the process is still in its infancy and would only take shape after more deliberations between stakeholders. He said, “There is also a discussion around the issue…

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Abba Dukawa PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has ordered the National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, and the Director General of the Department of State Service (DSS) Yusuf Bichi to work with governors and go after those hoarding foodstuff. Nigeria has been battling a rise in the cost of food items occasioned by the removal of fuel subsidy and insecurity among other factors. But as part of moves to combat the development, the Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris said Tinubu has mandated the heads of these security agencies and the NSA…

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Haruna Muhammad Gunduwawa The Emir of Karaye Alhaji Dr Ibrahim Abubakar II has sent a letter of condolence to people of Ƙiru local government over a recent gastly motor accidence which claimed lives. Alhaji Dr Ibrahim Abubakar II said, he was shocked and sorrowed by hearing the news of incidence. The Emir urged Families of the deceased to take heart and prayed for them the mercy of the Almighty Allah and the Aljannatul Firdausi be their last abode. It could be recalled nine people indigene of Ƙiru local government area died in a gastly motor accidence on their way to…

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Ibrahim Adamu Kofar Nassarawa The Kano State Ministry of Transport says plans are underway to construct new motor parks to modernize the transport system in the state. The Special Advisor to the Governor on Transportation, Alhaji Dalladi Idris Karfi, disclosed this on behalf of the Commissioner of the Ministry  Alhaji Mohammad Ibrahim Diggol, during his visit to Unguwa Uku Motor Parks, Bellmarri Luxurious Motor Park, in Mariri Bypass. Alhaji Dalladi Idris Karfi said the visit was designed to identify challenges and problems that are bedeviling the motor parks as part of Governor Abba Yusuf’s administration’s efforts to modernize all motor…

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Determined to ensure prudence, transparency, and accountability in managing Public funds Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has launched Kano Integrated Personal and Payroll Information System (KIPPIS) at the commencement of the twelveth Executive Council meeting held in Council chamber, Government House, Kano. Commenting after his integration as pioneer enrolee, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf said the system was introduced to centralise payments by the state, and local governments and operate e-financing in tandem with global financial practice. Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf urged the members of the KIPPIS implementation committee to ensure the capturing of civil servants, pensioners and all political appointees for…

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By Haruna Muhammad Gunduwawa The Director Personal Management of the local government Aminu Bello Ƙaraye disclosed this in a statement. Aminu Bello Ƙaraye also maintained that, all appointees appointed by the immediate past administration are hereby  abolished. The Director Personal Management directed all Casual staff, chairman or Secretary of a committee and appointee that has any government’s property in his possession to return it with out further delay. The Director who is also the Overseer of the local government affairs, urged people of area to rally round the present administration of Governor Engr Abba Kabir Yusuf for their own maximum…

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Arrangement is in the pipeline to present Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa with an accolade over his outstanding determination in reviving the state of Education statewide. The award will be given courtesy of the state wing Of Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools. The state Chairman of the outfit, Comrade who stated this in an interface said the presentation became necessary so as to propel him over what he has been doing since assuming the headship of the ministry. Comrade Abdu UsmanYalo pointed out that Governor Abba- Kabir Yusuf first need to be hailed for not only selecting…

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Kano based tiktoker social media and Influencer Murja Kimyya has been arrested together with her Boy Friend by men of the state Hisbah corps The controversial figure, was nabbed at Tishama Nassarawa Local Government Area following information gathered on her whereabout Speaking on the matter, Public Relations officer of the outfit, Lawan Ibrahim Fagge said the Board has been tracking. to arrest at least Six famous Tiktoker skit makers for allegedly posting vulgar skit Videos on their tik tok and other social media platforms, an act that contradicts spelt out Laws of the land. The hunt for Murja started barely a…

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Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has established the Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission to reinforce his commitment to combating corruption in government and private business establishments. The Jigawa State House of Assembly, in a preliminary sitting, on Tuesday, received three nominees from the governor for confirmation, which were read on the floor of the house. The Speaker, Haruna Aliyu Ɗangyatum, disclosed the names of the nominees as Barr. Salisu Abdu, Chairman; Musa Kallamu Uba Auyo; and Hassan Hashim, as permanent members. Barr. Abdu is a graduate of Usman Danfodio University, Sokoto, and served as the Acting Director of Public Prosecution…

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By Muzammil Dalha Yola Doma United has shown remarkable form in the first round of the NPFL 2023/24 season. Their overall performance has been very good, securing 9 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses. This places Doma United at the top 3 of the league table, with a commendable 47% win rate. The team’s home form has been particularly impressive, achieving 8 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses. Additionally, their away form is also noteworthy, with 1 win, 3 draws, and 5 losses. In terms of goal scoring, Savannah Tigers has netted a total of 17 goals in the NPFL…

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Isyaku Ibrahim A former Commissioner of Commerce during the immediate past administration Alhaji Ahmed Rabiu, made the statement in an interaction with PERISCOPE ON LINE He pointed out that circulation of both hard and local ones need to be regulated aimed at ensuring the ends justify the means. In his word, the Federal Government through the Central Bank should take action aimed at knowing the real amount that is in circulation and above all curtail abuse of local currency he noted. Alhaji Ahmed Rabiu added that high taste and the concentration on foreign goods to the detriment of local ones…

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By Salisu Baso Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf has introduced a new revenue policy, tax for service, to enable the tax payers directly benefits from their contributions through execution of development projects at their domains. The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Alhaji Wada Sagagi revealed this at the closing of the International Horse Racing Competition organized by Kano Turf Club held at Kano Race Course. He reiterated the determination of the administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf  to provide meaningful development initiatives that will promote the well being of the citizens of the state. Sagagi said the governor…

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An estimate of one thousand public school teachers are expected to be trained by a United Kingdom based outfit The Coordinator of the organisation Mr Theiphilus stated this at the induction of some meaningful citizens over their exemplary conduct He pointed out that the training which was part of corporate social responsibility to the society followed present administration’s laudable achievement in the sector in less than a year describing the feat as marvelous He enjoined the Government to extend the strive to other fields comprising health, community developmen,watett and host of others aimed at ensuring no sector is left behind.…

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Ibrahim  Sabari 105 Technical Teachers that have undergone a 3 week training sponsored by the State government through IDEAS project have been enjoined to make the difference by applying the vocaational skills acquired to their students. Executive Secretary of the State Science and Technical Schools Board, Dr Dahiru Saleh Muhammad gave the charge while on a visit to the training centre at School of Technical and Vocational Training of Federal Polytechnic Kaduna. Dr Dahiru Saleh Muhammad who described the trainees as experienced teachers according to him more is expected from them. He accented that this would no doubt prove if…

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Abba Dukawa It’s apt to quote him direct from what he told Nigerians. “He understands the hardships that Nigerians are going through at the moment.” Stated this in his nationwide broadcast to mark nigeria@63. “I am well aware that for some time now the conversations and debates have centered on the rising cost of living, high inflation which is now above 28%, and the unacceptable high under-employment rate. From the boardrooms at Broad Street in Lagos to the main streets of Kano and Nembe Creeks in Bayelsa, I hear the groans of Nigerians who work hard every day to provide…

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Isyaku  Ibrahim It is crystal clear that the astronomical rise in the price of groceries across the length and breadth of the society made it practical for adults to start looking for affordable alternatives Sugar being one of the items being used for years in tea, pap,gruel and porridge, it price had skyrocketed to a point that it gine above the purchasing power of an ordinary person thus as a proverbial statement says a beggar has no choice one has to commence searching for a solution It was based on the development some among the households came to the conclusion…

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By Zainab Olufunmi The Community Initiative to Promote Peace (CIPP) in conjunction with Mercy Corps on Sunday, organised a novelty football match to promote peaceful coexistence among the youths in Nasarawa Local Government Area in Kano. The Acting Chief of Party for CIPP, Alhaji Sani Suleiman, said the essence of this programme is to bring young people together through sports to promote peaceful coexistence. The novelty match held in Kano has the theme: “Promoting peace and unity through sports.” He described sports as a connection that brings people together irrespective of their differences. According to him, youths from Gwagwarwa, Tudun…

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Ok World Cup bronze medallists Nigeria have fired a twelve-strike warning to other teams in the African qualifying series for this year’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup by spanking their counterparts from Central African Republic 12-0 on aggregate in their second-round fixture. Unbreached in a 6-0 win in the first leg in Douala on Sunday, the Flamingos lived up to the words of Coach Bankole Olowookere that they would not take their feet off the pedal, by recreating another 6-0 win over the visitors at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Friday. Harmony Chidi, who earned a brace in…

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Captain Ahmed Musa and defender Kenneth Omeruo were in the Super Eagles’ squad that last won the Africa Cup of Nations title, back in 2013 in South Africa. They are also in the present squad that is at the cusp of glory in Cote d’Ivoire, with the Final match against the host nation taking place on Sunday night at the 60,000 -capacity Stade Olympique Alassane Ouattara in Ebimpé. Forty-eight hours before the match, Musa, who scored against Mali in a 4-1 win for Nigeria in the semi-finals in South Africa 11 years ago, and is Nigeria’s record goalscorer at the…

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Kano State Government has issued a stern warning to local government staffers against absenteeism. The Deputy Governor and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, delivered this caution in ameeting with the state leadership of the Nigerian Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE). Gwarzo in his words stressed “Be on your duty post and be always on your toes; absenteeism and negligence will not be tolerated in this government” The Deputy Governor emphasized the administration’s commitment to understanding and collaboration with the labour union to enhance workers’ welfare. In a statement by the Press Secretary to…

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By Ibrahim Abdullahi Director General of Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency , Pharm. Gali Sule has inaugurated an internal committee that will study the recommendations of the committee on Drugs Manufacturing Unit upgrade. If one could remember, Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf had last week received the report of the Prof. Bashir Chedi*s led committee on the upgrade of the Drugs Manufacturing Unit of the DMCSA. Speaking, Pharm. Ghali Sule said the committee was internally constituted purposely to look at the recommendations of the previous one for possible implementation at the Agency”s level, admitting that some of…

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The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) held its inauguration ceremony on Friday, February 9, 2024, to set up a 6-man Constitution Review Committee. This committee is tasked with reviewing and updating the 23-year-old Constitution of the NOC, operational since 2001. The NOC Constitution is considered a sacred book and serves as a guiding document for the committee’s day-to-day operations. It outlines the executive activities of the NOC, which includes the presidents of all Olympic sports and partners such as the Federal Government and sponsors. A statement released by Tony Nezianya, Public Relations Office notes that the Constitution review exercise is seen…

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By Muzammil Dalha Yola The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 witnessed the remarkable leadership of Ahmed Musa, the revered captain of the Super Eagles. Despite not taking the field, Musa’s influence has been invaluable, showcasing selfless commitment, unwavering support, and a true captain’s spirit. Musa is a role model, a born leader, motivator, and father figure to his teammates, contributing significantly to the success of the Nigerian national team in AFCON 2023. Ahmed Musa’s leadership extends far beyond the boundaries of the football pitch. Despite not featuring in the games, Musa has been the driving force behind the Super…

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By Isyaku Ibrahim When Professor Musa Tukur Yakasai was appointed to head the prestigious Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology Wudil, plenty of people within the school and it’s vicinity likewise the larger majority lauded the idea behind. Thus as a phrase says action speaks louder than voice, the ovation that greeted the appointment was not for anything rather than due to his unassuming attributes including joviality, embracing all with open arms, humility, neutrality, transparency , accountability and openness and above all his ability to serve the humanity wholly and squarely. Obviously from assuming the leadership as has been…

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Kano State Head of Civil Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, has charged workers of the ministry of Information to redouble effort in discharging their spelt out functions He gave the admonition while interacting with staffers of the ministry. Abdullahi Musa stated that the purpose of the meeting was to discuss crucial issues that will improve service delivery. He said the outfit is playing a vital role in disseminating crucial information and shaping public opinion aimed at providing a linkage between government and the governed hence deepening Democratic governance and above all moulding dedicated workers that became reputable journalists and broadcasters at…

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Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru Kano State Government unveils its plans to partner with Desert Sky Exploration, a Non-Governmental Organization to establish astronomy clubs in schools to enhance students knowledge on space initiative activities. State Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa stated this when he received a team from Desert Sky Exploration on a courtesy visit i Umar Haruna Doguwa explained that collaborating with organization would provide opportunity for the ministry to create an environment where students could directly participate on educational exploration beyond the classroom setting. According to Doguwa, establishing astronomy clubs in schools would increase the knowledge of students…

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Maikudi Muhammad Marafa Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board has directed the conduct of monthly sanitation across all the six zonal offices under the outfit. The Director General of the Board Dr. Mohammed Nasir Mahmud gave the order during a general sanitation at their headquarters He described the exercise as part of present administration’s resolve in providing a clean and tidy environment for the staffers to observe their schedules devoid of hitches The Director General also charged all the 6 zonal Directors as well as Heads of Medical Departments of the 44 Local Government Areas under the Board to…

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There is no gain saying that atimes history repeats itself in one way rather the other socio economic dealings across the world. This was what happened in the city of Bouake of the cocoa rich West African nation of Ivory Coast on Sunday evening as three time continental champions Super Eagles rewrite the feat of the1984 National team under Coach Festus Onigbinde featuring players including late Mudanshiru Lawal and Patrick Okala, likewise bedridden Henry Nwosu , and other stars encompassing Ademola Adeshina, Chibizor Ehilegbu, Clement Temile, Mohammed lbrahim popularly called Danladi Ck but fell woefully to highly rated indomitable Lions…

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By Muzammil Dalha Yola SWAN KANO The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final is set to take place on Sunday, February 11th, 2024 at Ivory Coast, where Nigeria and Ivory Coast will face off. This highly anticipated matchup will mark the 16th encounter between the two teams, with Nigeria having won 7 times, lost 5, and drawn 3 in the previous 15 meetings. As the host country, Cote D’Ivoire will be making their 5th appearance in the AFCON final, having secured 2 wins against Ghana and suffered defeats to Egypt in 2006 as well as Zambia in 2012. This…

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By Haruna Muhammad Gunduwawa The Emir of Karaye Alhaji Dr Ibrahim Abubakar II has turbanned Surajo Tsoho Buhari as new Village Head of Kadana in Rogo local government area. Surajo Tsoho Buhari ascended his father Lawan Buhari who demised recently after rulling the village for over  twenty Seven years. Age Fourty Seven Surajo has the mandate of his people after been endorsed Kadana traditional King’s for good character and quality leadership. The new Village Head was certified healthy and free drugs addicted by the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency NDLA. He holds National Certificate of Education (N.C.E.)obtained through Distance Learning…

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Maikudi Muhammad Marafa Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board has distributed personal protective equipment (PPE) to 6 Zonal office Statewide . In his remarks at the event, the Director General of the Board, Dr Mohammed Nasir Mahmoud Said, the materials distributed were part of the present administration’s effort in enhancing services of primary health care facilities and staffers Statewide .Dr. Nasir charged the zonal Directors to ensure the materials were justifiably distributed to the facilities under their respective zones. Earlier, the Director Medical services of the Board, Hajiya A’isha Abubakar stated that, the items are meant for safeguarding staffers…

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Super Eagles in the commercial City of Bouake a city of many Nigerians in the West African sub region engage their South African counterparts Bafana Bafana in the last four of the biennial soccer event. The match which is expected to be a thriller going by the existing arch rivalry between the two sides in the round leather game which dated for years. Although the two teams have things in common as they won the trophy in the past and among the power house in the continent but in reali sense devoid of sentiment the Super Eagles are far ahead…

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Leadership of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology Wudil says it would continue to accord security of lives and welfare of Students the priority it deserves. This was contained in a statement made available to media outlets courtesy of the Deputy Registrar Information of the Institution Malam Abdullahi Sabo Nayaya. The development followed a video footage that gone viral in social media which showed an Academic punishing some students in a lecture hall which was carried by some media organizations. The statement added that the lecturer involved had since been suspended to curtail the situation and the issue relayed…

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Kano Statistician General, Kano Dr. Aliyu Isa Aliyu has extolled Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Natview Foundation for Technology Innovation (NFTI) for their determination to support Kano Bureau of Statistics to attain it’s set potentialities Dr Aliyu made the adoration at a two today, Focused Group Discussion (FGD) on the Diagnostic Assessment of Kano Operational Data Project – Data Management Domain,held at the Bureau’s Conference Hall. He explained that as the state Governor had since gave his blessing to the conduct of the fora ,it will by no means ginger and encourage workforce in the quest to ensure effective…

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