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By Farouk Musa Isa  Kano State Governor, Alh. Abba Kabir Yusuf, has inaugurated a State Advisory Committee on the New National Minimum Wage, just 48 hours after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the new N70,000 minimum wage as agreed with the organized Labour Union. Kano is the first state nationwide to establish such a committee. The inauguration took place today at the State Government House and was conducted by the Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, on behalf of the Governor. A statement issued to the newsmen by Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu, spokesman of the Deputy Governor,, revealed that Governor Yusuf tasked the committee to plan effectively for the newly approved minimum wage and to present a practical recommendation for the state government’s immediate implementation. Governor Yusuf assured that the implementation of the new minimum wage would increase the development of Kano State across all sectors, as the welfare of workers is a government priority...

By Our Correspondent  The Chairman National Union of Journalists, Kano State Council, Comrade Abbas Ibrahim, has paid a condolence visit to Director-General Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, Pharm. Gali Sule over the death of his mother, Hajiya Safiya Sule. Symphatizing with Pharm. Gali Sule, the Chairman described Hajiya Safiya's death as a huge, irreparable loss, not only to her family but to the entire Muslim ummah. This was contained in a statement issued by Farouk Isa Musa, Public Relations Officer of Kano State DMCSA and made available to EVOLVED REPORTERS  Ibrahim prayed for the repose of the soul of the deceased and for her family the fortitude to bear the loss. Hajiya Safiya died on Monday, at the age of 80, after a brief illness. She left behind 8 children and 48 grandchildren. Among her children are Isma'il Usman Abdullahi and Bashir Usman Abdullahi all of Nigeria Customs Service.

By Farouk Musa Isa  In his effort to make sure all government's business and engagements are conducted according to the laiddown rules and regulations, the Director General Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, Pharmacist Gali Sule has solicited for the support from the state Ministry of Public Procurement, Projects Monitoring, and Evaluation in following due process while executing official engagements for the sake of transparency and accountability. The Director General made the request when he paid an official visit to the Commissioner of the ministry, Honorable Ibrahim Namadi Dala, in his office, Friday. Explaining further, Pharm. Sule said that as an agency that makes procuments through tender bids, the management of DMCS sees the need for partnership between the two government institutions. "We are here today to seek guidance from the Ministry of Public Procurement, especially in the area of procument law. We want to make sure all our procum...

By Frank Pinicop The management of Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, led by the Director-General of the Agency Pharmacist Gali Sule, has organized a gigantic ceremony, Thursday, to celebrate the notable achievements of Kano government in the area of drug supply to health facilities across the state. The ceremony was part of a series of activities organized to celebrate the DG's clocking of one year in office, as he was appointed to the position on 16th July 2023. The day's activities, however, were kicked off by Qur'anic recitations and prayer conducted by some powerful and respected clerics at DMCSA mosque, as contained in a statement issued by Farouk Isa Musa, Public Relations Officer of the agency. The main occasion, which was chaired by the Commissioner State Ministry of Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf was graced by all crème de la crème from the health sector, including heads of agencies, their management staff, members of professio...

By Farouk I. Musa When he was appointed as the Director-General of Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency by His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on July 17, 2024, Pharm. Gali Sule found the organization in a very deplorable condition. Challenges First of all, the DG took over the mantle of leadership of the Agency that was heavily indebted by suppliers. He inherited the accumulated debts left by the previous administration up to the tune of N1.2 billion. Apart from the debt, most of the infrastructure at DMCSA were decayed -- the stores were in dire need of general renovation, offices need facelift and furniture, and the complex of the Agency's need to be paved and provided with enough light for security purpose during the night hours. Thirdly, with a mere 30 percent, the number of healthcare facilities in the state that were enrolled for the DRF (Drug Revolving Fund) scheme was very low and unimpressive as well. Another challenge that bedeviled th...

By Our Correspondent   The Nutrition International, an international nongovernmental organization, has expressed its determination to strengthen the existing working relationship with Kano state government to revive the health sector in order to improve the delivery of healthcare services in the state. Mrs. Amina Atta, the Senior Program Officer at Nutrition International, stated this while speaking during a 1-day orientation program organized for members of Kano State Local Government Drug Revolving Fund (DRF) Committee, Nassarawa Zone. She disclosed that her organization has collaborated with Kano state government, through State Primary Health Care Management Board, in partnership with Forward in Action for Education, Poverty and Malnutrition (FAcE-PaM), to complement the efforts of the state government to build and sustain a healthy society, especially in the areas of fighting malnutrition and diarrhea. Atta stressed that Nutrition International is working strategi...

By Zainab Olufunmi   The Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) has partner with Nigeria Army to enhance forest safety in Kano. The Commander Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) Kano State Command, Abdullahi Al-ameen disclosed this when he paid a courtesy visit to the new commander 3 Brigade at Bukavu barrack in Kano. He said it will enforce on the inflow of those who go in and out of the forest especially during raining season. According to him,"the visit will improve synergy and cement existing cordial relationship betweenthemm, and will also nip off any crime activities at Tudun Wada and Doguwa forest." He call on the entire people of Kano state to work with all security agencies and report any crimes activities in the forest. Earlier, the new commander, Brig. M.A Sadiq said the synergy will protect lives, property of citizens and forest in the state.

By Our Correspondent  The Managing Director National Films Cooperation, Alhaji Ali Nuhu has called for proper synergy between the Kannywood stakeholders, exhibitors, and regulatory agencies to revive the sector to the global standard. According to a statement signed by Lawan Hamisu Danhassan, Director Films, Kano State Censorship Board, the Managing Director made the call during a meeting with the films industry stakeholders to address the pressing issues facing cinemas in the North held at Cilantro Restaurant and Lounge, Kano. He also said that the meeting was aimed at discussing a lot of issues in order to explore ways to overcome challenges and pave the way for growth and development of the sector across the nation. According to him, "Rome wasn't built in a day, but our collaborative efforts will undoubtedly lead to a thriving cinematic landscape" the managing director emphasized. Alhaji Ali Nuhu explained that the emergence of new cinemas like Silverbird a...

By Zainab Olufunmi   The National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC), says it will partner with the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG) and Harvest Plus to develop framework for National Seed Policy. The Acting Director of the Council, Dr Isaq Khalid stated this at a two-day national seed policy implementation framework development workshop on Wednesday in Kano. He said that it was imperative to prioritise policy that drive the system in view of the new technologies in agriculture. Khalid said the seed industry was still evolving and being a critical input in enhancing agricultural productivity in Nigeria. “The new 2022 seed policy was put in place to support Nigeria’s aribusiness investment activity to feed the future project. “The policy statement is aimed at achieving a robust National Seed System that enhances private sector participation in seed industry, and also define roles for public and private sector. “This include liberalisation of Foundation Seed (FS) productio...

By Farouk Isa Musa  The federal government has recognized drug management agencies (DMAs) owned by the state governments as the most appropriate facilities to get the best health commodities across the country. This was made known by the Director-General Kano State DMCSA Pharm. Gali Sule, Tuesday, when he received members of Kano State-Led Accountability Mechanism (KanSLAM) in his office, who paid him an advocacy visit. Pharm. Sule stressed that the federal government has come to terms that the DMAs are the only place where healthcare facilities are getting their supplies of commodities that are qualitative, available, affordable, and accessible to the populace. As a result of the realization of the importance of DMAs, the federal government is now working hard to make sure all states have established the said agencies, and ensure they are operated according to the laid down rules and regulations, revealing that 22 sates so far have established their own. Speaking on t...

By Farouk Isa Musa  Youths in the state, especially those who graduated from tertiary institutions, have been called upon to learn necessary skills for various occupations so as to be self-reliant. Pharm. Gali Sule, the Director-General Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, stated this while speaking at a 10-Year Anniversary of Kano Science Schools Old Students Association (KASSOSA), Class 2014 Dawakin Kudu Chapter, which took place at Sani Bello Science College in Dawakin Kudu town. Pharm. Sule said that due to the current economic downturn in the country, it will be beneficial for the graduates to possess the needed craft and dexterity and subsequently engage themselves in various occupations, including but not limited to trade, entrepreneurship, and artisanry. He lamented that the paid jobs are hard to come by as factories are shutting down, and multinational companies and business entities are exiting the country on a daily basis, adding that the s...

By Zainab Olufunmi The Federal Government has charged manufacturing companies to adopt total utilisation of local material for their production.  The companies were further task on making their products available and accessable to all Nigerians. Production: FG charges manufacturing companies on local contents Production By Zainab Olufunmi The Federal Government has charged manufacturing companies to adopt total utilisation of local material for their production.  The companies were further task on making their products available and accessable to all Nigerians. The Honourable Minister of State, Federal Ministry of Environment, Dr. Isiaq Salako, gave the charge while inaugurating a local factory, Atmosfair Climate and Sustainability Limited in Kano on Friday.  He said the ministry is ready to partner with any company ready to invest anywhere in the country and particularly passionate to promote initiative that align with national priorities and personal initiat...

By Farouk Isa Musa  To complement the efforts of the state government to improve the education sector, the management of Drug and Medical Consumables Supply Agency has donated drugs and other consumables to the national executive council of Kano State Science Secondary Schools Old Students Association (KASSOSA) for onward distribution to science schools. Presenting the donation, the Director General DMCSA, Pharm. Gali Sule said his agency gave the donation in order to contribute its quota in improving the education sector, taking into cognizance of laudable policies and initiatives of present administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, which are geared towards total overhaul of education in the state. Pharm.Sule pointed out that the donation would serve as first aid to the students before they were taken to hospitals when they fell ill. He said that the drugs and consumables donated include anti-malaria, pain killers, stomach pain relievers, injections, and syringes. A...

By Farouk Isa Musa  The Director-General Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, Pharm Gali Sule has today, 4th July 2024, received in his office a progress report on the activity of the Drug Manufacturing Unit (DMU) Implementation Committee. The Committee is saddled with the responsibility of charting a way forward concerning the remodeling of the existing DMU at DMCSA, as well as overseeing the reconstruction project of the new DMU located in Madobi Local Government Area. Receiving the monthly report for June, the DG said, when the work is completed, the facility will be used by students for learning and research, in addition to its primary purpose of production of medicine. He also commended the members of the committee for what he described as "a job well done," assuring them of full support and cooperation of the Management of the Agency. Presenting the report, the Chairman of the Committee Pharm. Nasir Rikadawa, who was represented by Pharm. ...

By Farouk Isa Musa  To improve the welfare of its staff, the Management of Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, under the leadership of Pharm. Gali Sule, the Director-General of the Agency, has spent 9.26 million Naira during the just concluded Eid-el-Kabir as Sallah gesture to members of staff. This was disclosed by Pharm. Aminu Datti, the Chairman of the Welfare Committee, while presenting the committee's report to the DG in his office. According to the chairman of the committee, five cows were purchased, and the meat was shared among all the staff of the Agency, including those working at zonal offices In addition to that, cash incentives were given to support the staff for successful Sallah festivities. Pharm. Datti further added that the gesture was disbursed to motivate the staff in order to improve their performance at work. "This is the first time in the history of DMCSA when members of staff were given both monetary gifts and meats as a ...

By Zainab Olufunmi No fewer than 25 persons died while 53 others were injured, 12 unhurt in an early morning auto crash at Dangwauro Flyover along Kano - Zaria Road in Kumbotso Local Government Area. The FRSC Sector Commander in the state, Ibrahim Abdullahi confirmed the incident in a statement issued to newsmen on Monday in Kano. He said that the accident involved a trailer (IVECO) with registration number XA 311 ZB.   “We received a call at about 03:15 a.m. on July 1, 2024, On receiving the information, we quickly dispatched our personnel and vehicle to the scene of the incident to rescue the victims at 03:30a.m.,” Ibrahim said. The Sector Commander said that the accident occurred as a result of excessive speed, dangerous driving and overloading which led to loss of control, which led to the vehicle to crash. He further explain that during the rescue operation, items recovered include six motorcycles, ten mobile phones, animals (goats and rams), maize, and the sum of ...