By Hadiza Musa Yusuf Despite billions of naira spent by successive administrations to empower education sector in Kano, the absence of safe and functional Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) facilities in many…
Author: Hadiza Musa Yusuf
Ex-NYSC DG Tsiga freed after 22 days in captivity
Retired Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga, former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has regained his freedom after spending 22 days in captivity. Tsiga was abducted on February 6, 2025, from…
Rebuttal: A rejoinder to the misguided attack on Amb Waiya
Aminu Bala Madobi I’m compelled to respond to the recent letter published in the dailies, which launched a vicious attack on the person and character of Ambassador Ibrahim Waiya, the Honourable Commissioner…
IBB’s Portrayal of Nigerian Media: A loyal adversary or the government’s frenemy?
By John Andah As a devoted historian of Nigeria’s media landscape, I approached the recently launched autobiography of former military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (retd.), with keen interest – particularly to…
Bauchi Speaker to feed 15,000 constituents during Ramadan
The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Abubakar Y. Suleiman (Dangaladiman Ningi), has announced plans to feed 15,000 people in his Ningi Central Constituency throughout the holy…
Kano targets zero maternal mortality, not just reduction – Health Commissioner
The Kano State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating maternal mortality rather than just reducing it, stating that it is determined to ensure no woman dies during childbirth. The State Commissioner…
How lack of Education Sector Plan hinders inclusive education in Kano
Quality education for all remains an elusive goal in many regions, particularly for students with disabilities. In Kano, despite the state’s education budget surpassing UNESCO’s recommended 26% benchmark, the absence of an…
Your performance is outstanding, Kano Ex-Lawmakers to Sen. Barau
Former members of the Kano State House of Assembly, under the aegis of the Kano Ex-Legislators Forum, have commended the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, for what they…
Group calls for policy domestication to empower women in Kano
The Isa Wali Empowerment Initiative has called on the Kano State government to domesticate the Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy, emphasizing its crucial role in enhancing financial inclusion, vocational training, and economic…
Kano govt vows to reduce maternal mortality
The Kano State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to drastically reducing maternal mortality, following the conclusion of a five-day workshop on the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII). This was…
Bauchi Speaker defends Gov Mohammed, calls Dogara’s criticism misguided
Bauchi State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abubakar Y. Suleiman, has criticized former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, over his recent comments against Governor Bala Mohammed….
Northern Universities affected as JAMB stops Law admissions in eight schools
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that it will no longer conduct admissions for the Law programme in eight universities, including several in Northern Nigeria. JAMB spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin,…
92,000 Jigawa students affected by climate-induced floods – UNICEF
Flooding caused by climate change has disrupted the education of approximately 92,518 school-age children in Jigawa State, according to the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund, UNICEF. This was disclosed by the Chief…
Kano State establishes LGA debt offices to strengthen fiscal accountability
By Salisu Hamisu Ai Kano State has established debt offices across its 44 Local Government Areas (LGAs). The establishment of the debt offices was formalized during a three-day workshop held from January…
Kano: Ministry of Health urges calm amid bird flu concerns
The Kano State Ministry of Health has called for calm among residents following the confirmation of an isolated case of bird flu in the state. This was contained in a statement signed…
Kebbi sets 5th February deadline for 2025 Hajj registration
The Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has announced that the deadline for the registration of intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj has been set for 5th February 2025. This decision follows an…
Jigawa announces prosecution for dangerous passenger loading
The Hadejia Local Government Council in Jigawa State has announced that it will prosecute motorists involved in dangerous passenger loading practices. It also imposed a ban on all unauthorized motor parks in…
Road accident claims lives of two Sokoto doctors, four friends
A tragic road accident along the Bodinga-Yabo road in Sokoto State has claimed the lives of two medical doctors from the Sokoto Specialist Hospital and four of their friends. The victims were…
Emirship tussle: Groups fault Kano govt’s interpretation of Court of Appeal judgement
By Abdullahi Yusuf Some groups have faulted Kano State Government’s interpretation of the judgement of the Court of Appeal regarding the lingering Emirship tussle in the state. The group, under the umbrella…
Ngarannam community is reclaiming its future with UNODC support
By Ahmad Abubakar Ngarannam community, once the epicenter of Boko Haram activities, is transforming into a resilient community in Borno State. For years, its people have grappled with violence, fear, and a…
Gov. Yusuf urges FG to reduce Hajj fare, cites economic challenges
By Abdullahi Yusuf Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has appealed to the Federal Government to reduce the Hajj fare in view of the economic challenges being faced by the citizens. This…
Yobe: Buni assures completion of ongoing projects in New Year
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has assured residents that all ongoing projects in the state will be completed in 2025, emphasizing his administration’s commitment to fulfilling its promises to the people….
Governor Yusuf’s years are blessing to Kano State – Dr. Labaran
Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, has described Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s life and leadership as a blessing to the people of the state. This was contained in a…
Abba Kabir: The Kano Media-Friendly Governor at 62
By Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu As Governor Abba Kabir marks his 62nd birthday, his exceptional rapport with the media takes center stage, reflecting a leadership approach characterized by openness, strategic communication, and transparency….
How Ibrahim El Muazzam completed 100 certifications in seven months
Ibrahim El Muazzam, a resident of Kaduna state has completed 100 certifications within seven months of 2024 across different fields through online platforms, earning advanced diplomas, diplomas, certificates, and training recognitions. Speaking…