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By Farouk I. Musa The Executive Secretary, Kano State Censorship Board, Abba El-Mustapha, has formally introduced the newly-appointed Director Films, Lawan Hamisu Danhassan, during a meeting with Kano State Proprietors of Open Theaters Association at the conference hall of the agency. The ES urged members of the association to give optimum support and cooperation to the new Director as they did to his predecessor. El-Mustapha assured all Kannywood family that with the new Director onboard, the film industry in the state would witness a tremendous development, taking into cognizance of Danhassan's vast knowledge and experience in this line. Speaking earlier, the new Director gave his assurance to the ES and the entire members of Kannywood industry that he will re-tightening his belt and tirelessly work in order to uplift the industry, and move the state forward, entertainment-wise. He then solicited for the cooperation of the proprietors of the state...

By Zainab Olunfunmi  The Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) in collaboration with Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps organise a three-days training for 375 security personnel on leadership, quality and organisation management. The Commander General of NHFSS, Mr. Osatimehin Joshua-Wole during the training in Abuja said that this training will help a lot in on how they manage their organisation to get the desire goals. He said the aims and objectives are to prevent and combat forest crimes, investigate and arrest perpetrators. According to him,, " Whenever NHFSS arrest anyone found wanting, we immediately hand them over to the police for further investigation," he said. Joshua-Wole further explained that they were also trained on how to handle first aid and understanding basic of life and support if the need arises. He added that it will enable them identify security threats, risks and handle effective report. In the same vein, the Commander...

By Farouk Isa Musa   Muslims in the state have been called upon to inculcate the lessons that Eid el-Adha teaches, as a religious celebration that symbolizes piety, perpetual sober reflection, and submission to the will of Allah. Pharm. Gali Sule, the Director General Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, made the call in his Sallah message to the teeming Muslim faithful. The DG further pointed out that the major lessons of this noble and sacred festivity include commitment, hope, and strong faith in Almighty Allah, as contained in a statement issued by Farouk Isa Musa, the Public Relations Officer of the agency. "The lessons of this important festivity are far beyond the slaughtering of rams, cows, camels, and goats. The essence of the sacrifice is to reinforce the virtues of faith and trust in Almighty Allah," the statement revealed. Pharm. Sule then felicitated with Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and Muslim adherents on this special occasion. ...

By  Zainab Olufunmi  The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Kano command has deployed 1,536 personnel to ensure hitch-free Eid-el-Kabir in the state. The State FRSC Sector Commander, Ibrahim Abdullahi, disclosed while briefing newsmen on Friday in Kano. He said five ambulances, 30 patrol vehicles, and one heavy-duty tow truck and other operational equipment have been deployed on major routes and highways to facilitate effective smooth operations. According to him, "the deployed personnel include 1,300 regular marshals and 236 special marshals on major routes. "The special patrol operations to combat crashes on our roads has commenced on 14th of June 2024. "Our main objective is to achieve reduction on road traffic crashes, road traffic crash victims. "FRSC officers in all the 44 local government will be on standby to check road traffic and ensure prompt removal of obstruction rescue operations during the period," he said. He further explained that one...

By Farouk Musa Isa  As Nigerians celebrate 25 years of democratic governance, various sectors at both state and federal levels have seen significant improvements.  Dr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kofarmata, the State Commissioner for Higher Education, emphasized this in a statement signed by the ministry's Public Relations Officer Sunusi A. K/Na'isa and distributed to journalists in the state. The statement reads, "In Kano State, education has been a major focus for the current administration under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf." "As part of his campaign promises, the Governor is committed to ensuring that all residents of the state receive proper education, not only at the basic primary or secondary level but also up to tertiary level," the statement added. To achieve these goals, the state government has introduced several programs and initiatives. A few months after the inauguration of the present administration, the Ministry for Higher Education, led by Honora...

By Farouk Isa Musa Here, we compiled and brought to you the major achievements, in terms of policies projects, and programs, recorded by Kano State Executive Governor, Alh. Abba Kabir Yusuf at Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, in one year from 29th May, 2023 – 29th May 2024. The successes recorded, undoubtedly, became realistic due to the hard work and examplary leadership of Pharm. Gali Sule FPSN, the Director General of the organization. Happy reading! 1. IMPROVED PROCUREMENT : The Agency was able to conduct tender for 2024 procurement, where 103 pharmaceutical companies and suppliers bought the Standard Bidding Document (SBD). There was an appreciable increase in turnover as a result of the tender, as the sum of 124 million Naira (or 5%) was obtained from the exercise as a total saving. This has been the largest procurement ever in the history of the Agency. 2. PAYMENT OF OUTSTANDING DEBTS : Over 50% of the total debts of N1.2 billion, inherited from the previ...

By Farouk Isa Musa The Director General Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, Pharm. Gali Sule has applauded the notable achievements of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in the health sector in general. Pharm. Sule made the commendation while felicitating with the governor over one year anniversary in office, as contained in a statement issued Wednesday by Farouk Isa Musa, Public Relations Officer of the agency The DG listed some of the laudable achievements recorded by the state government, particularly at DMCSA, including providing qualitative and affordable drugs and consumables. "Since we came on board in July last year, the agency is procuring and supplying healthcare facilities with high-quality, registered drugs and medical consumables that are affordable to the patients. "There is also a substantial increase in the availability and accessibility of drugs and medical consumables to health facilities throughout the state," he disclosed. Other...

By Farouk Musa Isa  The Director General Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA), Pharm. Gali Sule FPSN has attended a 3-Day Workshop on LGA Primary Health Care Coordinators Orientation on PHC Programmes. Slated for Sunday 9th - Tuesday 11th June, and taking place in Kaduna, the workshop was organized by Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board and supported by the SSHCSS Committee and FCDO Lafiya Program.

By Farouk Musa Isa To boost information dissemination, Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency has rolled out social media platforms. Below are the official social media platforms of the agency, which include X (Twitter) handle, Facebook page, and WhatsApp channel and the phone number, in addition to official online newspaper, KANO DMCSA BULLETIN.