Insecurity: 4,444 Qur’an reciters pray against banditry in Kano Kola Oyelere, Kano Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has cautioned Nigerians against politicising issues of insecurity, noting that the threat of banditry affects everyone regardless of political affiliation. He made the remark on Saturday during a special prayer session organised to seek divine intervention against the recent encroachment of armed bandits into parts of the state. The event, held at the Government House, brought together 4,444 Qur’an memorizers (Huffaz) who recited the Holy Qur’an and offered prayers for lasting peace. The session also had in attendance the 16th Fulani Emir…
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Kano Govt records over 90% success in 2025 Polio immunization – Dr. Labaran Kola Oyelere, Kano The Kano State Government says it has maintained its strong momentum against poliomyelitis, recording over 90 percent success in the 2025 Polio Immunization campaign. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, disclosed this during the flag-off of the November 2025 Sub-National Immunization Plus Days (SIPDs) held in Kano. Dr. Labaran described the November round as the final phase of the four-cycle campaign for the year, noting that Kano remains committed to sustaining its polio-free status. “Today’s event underscores our continuous efforts to…
Municipal council targets over 90,000 children in new polio, routine immunization campaign Kola Oyelere, Kano The Municipal Local Government has launched a fresh polio and routine immunization campaign targeting no fewer than 90,664 children under the age of five across the council area. The campaign was flagged off at Sharada Ward, where the Primary Health Care Coordinator, Lawan Jafar, emphasized the importance of collaboration among community members, traditional rulers, religious leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure full vaccine coverage. Jafar appealed to vaccination teams to work closely with village and ward heads to ensure that every eligible child receives protection…
Zamfara, UNICEF target 1.2m children for integrated vaccination campaign Sidi Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau The Zamfara State Government, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has announced plans to vaccinate 1.2 million children through a statewide integrated vaccination campaign. This was disclosed on Saturday during a media dialogue held at the Emergency Operations Centre in Gusau by the Executive Secretary of the State Primary Healthcare Board, Dr. Hussaini Yakubu Anka. Dr. Anka said the state government, working closely with donor agencies, has finalized arrangements for the immediate rollout of the exercise across all 14 local government areas. The campaign,…
Police release former Kano anti-graft chairman Muhuyi Magaji after petition-induced arrest Kola Oyelere, Kano The Nigeria Police Force has released the former Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), Barr. Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado, hours after his arrest in Kano and subsequent transfer to Abuja for interrogation. Rimingado was picked up on Friday at his law firm along Zaria Road by operatives believed to be from the Inspector-General of Police Monitoring Unit. He regained his freedom on Saturday but confirmed that he is expected to return to Abuja on Monday to complete his bail formalities. Speaking after…
Shettima commissions Gumel emirate mosque, praises Gov Namadi’s agricultural reforms Kola Oyelere Kano Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday commissioned the newly built multi-million-naira Juma’at Mosque located within the Gumel Emir’s Palace in Jigawa State. The commissioning ceremony, according to a statement on Saturday issued by Hajiya Zainab Rabo, Senior Special Assistant on Media Affairs to Governor Umar Namadi, drew prominent political figures, first-class traditional rulers, industry leaders and Islamic scholars from across the country. The mosque was constructed by the Kashim Shettima Foundation as part of its community development interventions. Governor Umar A. Namadi and the Sultan of Sokoto…
Kano NUJ begins 2025 press week with special prayers, unveils lineup of activities Kola Oyelere Kano The Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on Friday commenced its 2025 Press Week with a special prayer session held at the Union’s Secretariat. The prayer, led by respected Islamic scholar Malam Gwani Nasir, drew the participation of the Council Chairman, Comrade Suleiman Dederi; Vice Chairman, Mustapha Gambo; and a large number of union members. In his address, Comrade Dederi said the session was both an expression of gratitude to Almighty Allah and a moment of reflection on the resilience,…
Zamfara Governor Presents N861bn ‘Budget of Stability and Growth’ for 2026 Sidi Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, on Thursday presented an N861 billion proposed budget for the 2026 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly, describing it as a strategic roadmap for transformation and a declaration of the state’s resolve to “rise stronger.” Presenting the proposal in Gusau, Governor Lawal disclosed that the budget—tagged “Budget of Stability and Growth”—allocates an unprecedented 83% (N714 billion) to capital expenditure, leaving 17% (N147.2 billion) for recurrent costs. He noted that the capital-heavy proposal reflects his administration’s commitment to rebuilding…
Governor Yusuf to Acquire Drones, Strengthen Logistics to Tackle Border Insecurity Kola Oyelere, Kano Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has unveiled plans to procure surveillance drones and boost logistical support for security agencies as part of intensified efforts to address rising insecurity along border communities shared with Katsina State. The initiative was announced in a statement issued on Wednesday by the governor’s spokesman, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, the governor disclosed the plans during an assessment tour of Joint Task Force (JTF) bases in Tsanyawa and Shanono Local Government Areas, which have witnessed a surge…
NDIC reassures Nigerians on deposit safety at Kano international trade fair Kola Oyelere Kano The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Mr. Thompson Oludare Sunday, has said that the Corporation continues to work closely with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to ensure effective supervision of financial institutions and maintain stability in the banking landscape He then reaffirmed the Corporation’s commitment to protecting depositors and safeguarding the stability of the financial system. While speaking on behalf of the NDIC executive the deputy director procurement management service department, Mr Kayode Shokunni made the pledge on Wednesday during…