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By Bosede Olufunmi The National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Kano state, has warned greengrocers to desist from using chemicals for the preservation of vegetables and fruits. The Acting Director of the Agency in the state, Alhaji Rabiu Ado, gave the warning at a public awareness campaign against the use of chemicals to preserve foodstuff on Thursday in Kano. Ado also urged foodstuff dealers to abandon this dangerous practice, describing the process as harmful and dangerous. “The essence of the awareness is to let those involved in such practices know that such is dangerous, which effect can cause kidney problems, hypertension, among serious health issues, including terminal diseases. “We should understand that mixing chemicals with consumable in the name of food preservation can be dangerous to our lives,” he said. On his part, Danladi Abba, an Assistant Director at the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) Kano Branch, described the dangers i...

By Usman Datti Abdullahi The Executive Secretary Kano State Senior Secondary Schools Management Board, Alhaji Rabiu Sale Gwarzo, has reaffirmed the state government's commitment to the continued provision of enhanced welfare for students in boarding schools. Alhaji Rabiu Gwarzo made this known during a meeting with Principals of boarding schools across the state, where he emphasized the importance of student welfare in achieving academic excellence. He said that the present administration will continue to provide the best possible care and support for World - class education in the state The Executive Secretary urged Principals to recognize the trust and responsibility placed in them, and seize the opportunity to support the state government's efforts in achieving outstanding educational results. He also  stressed the importance of a collaborative working relationship to facilitate timely situation reports on boarding schools' conditions for prompt and decisive ...

By Zainab Olufunmi  An NGO, Kasham Girls, Women, and Youth Development Initiative, said it will collaborate with National Institute of Information Technology (NIIT) create, build skills for women and girls to build their capacity on technical and vocational skills. The Executive Director of Kasham, Dinatu  Maji, disclosed this while signing MOU with NIIT to bring amazing opportunity for girls, women and youth in 19 northern states. She said the MOU will enable them have capacity to self reliance in stability. According to her, "opportunities they get hands on learning equipments technical amazing learning space to facilitate. "This will run for five years expose them to opportunity in other to better their life.  In the same vein,  Dr. Bayero Farah, Director General and Chief Executive of NITT, said it is a good initiative and will make a great impact in women ans girls.

By Farouk Isa Musa  Kano State Commissioner for Public Procurement, Project Monitoring, and Evaluation Comrade Nura Ma'aji Suma'ila has extolled the leadership of Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA), headed by its Director General Pharmacist Gali Sule, for their transparency and accountability while discharging their duties. Speaking during an advocacy visit paid to him by the DMCSA management, the Commissioner disclosed that good leadership style of the current leadership of the Agency has restored the trust among state residents on health sector and equally won back the confidence of the suppliers. A press statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of DMCSA, Farouk Isa Musa, quoted the Commissioner saying that transparency in drug procurement is a critical aspect of healthcare systems, particularly in ensuring that medications are accessible, affordable, and of high quality.  Pledging to continue working closely with the Agency, Sumaila comm...

By Farouk Isa Musa  The Bayero University, Kano expressed its readiness to support the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) as the organization is making early necessary arrangements for the much-anticipated Annual National Conference, slated to be held in November in Kano. The Vice Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano Prof Sagir Adamu Abbas, made this known when he received the members and executives of PSN, led by the National President of the association Pharmacist Ayuba Tanko Ibrahim, who paid him a courtesy call in his office, Wednesday. The Vice Chancellor said the leadership of the university is ever ready to render any assistance to professional organizations, like the PSN, that promote expertise and advance their respective careers. Speaking earlier, the PSN National President said they were at the office of the Vice Chancellor to pay homage and intimate him about the activities of the association. Pharmacist Ibrahim further notified the Vice Chancellor tha...

By Sagiru Ado Abubakar  The Honorable Commissioner Ministry for Public Procurement Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Kano Comrade Nura Ma'aji Sumaila during a monitoring inspection tour, yesterday, assured transparency and accountability in project implementation across the state. Comrade Nura Ma'aji Sumaila vowed to protect government interest in project implementation and emphasized on quality projects as government of His Excellency Engr Abba Kabir Yusuf, Executive Governor of Kano State prioritizes on standard projects that contribute to the welfare and development of Kano State people. Yesterday, the Honorable Commissioner Comrade Nura Ma'aji Sumaila took a tour across Kano metropolis and inspected about 9 key ongoing projects. The projects inspected were as follows: renovation of female ward and theatre at Muhammad Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital, Nassarawa, general renovation works at Nuhu Bamali Martanity Hospital, Kofar Nassarawa, and construction of...

By Farouk Isa Musa   The Kano State government has expressed its willingness to strengthen ties with pharmaceutical companies with the sole purpose of enhancing healthcare delivery services by improving citizens' access to medications and other healthcare commodities. The Director General of Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA) Pharmacist Gali Sule made this known while receiving the donation of plastic pallets from Unique Pharmaceuticals Limited. Receiving the equipment on behalf of the Commissioner for Health, the Director General said the donation is important and timely, noting that the gesture will add value to the supply chain, improve efficiency, and increase storage capability of the Agency.  Speaking further on the essence of the partnership, Pharmacist Sule pointed out that the collaboration between Kano State government and pharmaceutical companies will definitely help in ensuring that essential medications are more affordable a...

By Zainab Olufunmi  The Bayero University Kano to hold international conference on doctoral colloquium to grapple with uncertainties driven by inflation. The theme of the conference titled: “Management for Sustainable Development in Times of Economic Uncertainties: Issues, Perspectives, and Challenges,”  Speaking at the press briefing, the Dean, Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences of BUK, Prof. Muhammad Isa said this year's conference is particularly timely as global economies continue to grapple with uncertainties driven by inflation, geopolitical tensions, digital disruptions, and evolving financial landscapes.  He said this will serve as a platform for thought leaders, policymakers, academics, and industry professionals to engage in insightful discussions on sustainable economic models. "Financial resilience, innovative management practices that can enhance economic stability and inclusive growth. "This is the fourth International Conference and ...

By Farouk Isa Musa  Community members of Gwarzo Local Government Area have expressed their appreciation for the Kano State Government’s efforts in improving drug availability at healthcare facilities in the area. They made the commendation when the Director General of Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA) Pharmacist Gali Sule visited Gwarzo General Hospital as part of executive supervision to Hospital Management Board Zone 4. The residents, who spoke through the village Head of Gwarzo town Malam Muhammad Halliru Gwarzo and the Chairman of Friends of the Hospital Committee Malam Babangida Soda, have noted significant improvements in the availability of both essential and specialized medications, which has greatly enhanced the quality of healthcare services in the area. The community leaders further called on wealthy individuals to support the government's efforts by emulating the two prominent philanthropists in the area, namely Alhaji Sama'ila Gwarzo a...

Daga Farouk Isa Musa  A wani ho66asa na mussaman don ha6aka harkar kiwon lafiya, Majalisar Dokoki Ta Jihar Kano ta sha alwashin yin duk mai yiwuwa wajen tallafawa Hukumar Samar da Magunguna da Kayan Asibiti ta Jihar nan don ganin ta sauke nauyin da aka dora mata. Mambobin Kwamitin Lafiya na Majalisa ne suka bayyana haka a lokacin da suka ka6i bakuncin shugabannin Hukumar Samar da Magunguna ta Jihar Kano (DMCSA), karkashin jagorancin Darakta-Janar na hukumar, Famasist Gali Sule, wadanda suke je harabar majalisar don yiwa 'yan Kwamitin bayani a kan ayyukan ma'aikatar da kuma tarin nasarori da ta samu a shekara daya da rabi. Da yake jawabi a lokacin ganawar, Mataimakin Kakakin Majalisar, Honoabil Muhammad Bello Butu-butu ya tabbatar wa da shugabannin Hukumar ta DMCSA cikakken goyon bayan Majalisar domin inganta samar da magunguna a fadin jihar nan. Daga nan sai Mataimakin Kakakin Majalisar ya yabawa irin namijin kokari na shugabanni da ma ma'aikatan Hukumar Samar d...

By Farouk Isa Musa  Kano State House of Assembly has expressed its determination to do everything possible to provide support to Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency with a view to strengthen healthcare delivery across the state. Members of the House Committee on Health disclosed this when they received the management team of the DMCSA, led by the Director General Pharmacist Gali Sule, who visited the House to make presentation about the activities and operations of the Agency and showcase the achievements recorded since the DG took over the mantle of leadership of the organization. Speaking at the meeting, the Deputy Speaker Hon. Muhammad Bello Butu-butu assured the DMCSA of full support of the House of Assembly. He heavily lavished praise to the management of the Agency for their hard work, resilience, and dedication. On his part, the Chairman of the Committee and member representing Kura/ Garun Malam, Hon. Zakariyya Alasan Ishaq expressed his appreciation for ...

By Sagiru Ado Abubakar The Honorable Commissioner Ministry for Public Procurement Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Kano Comrade Nura Iro Ma'aji has raised concern over the poor execution of Kwankwasiyya Gida-Gida Blocks of 4 Classrooms in Sumaila and Garko local governments. Comrade Ma'aji expressed disappointment on what he witnessed on ground during inspection of primary school projects he visited yesterday, 11th January, 2024 in his hometown, Sumaila and Garko local government areas. Ma'aji stated that the contractors despite the fact that they were given project specifications and designs, failed to act in accordance with rules and instructions. According to the Honorable Commissioner, only in the Albasu local government, the project execution impressed. The contractor and the supervisor found on site.  The contractors found with failures were asked to stop working and report to the Ministry for Public Procurement Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Kano on...

By Sagiru Ado Abubakar To ensure transparency, accountability and good governance in public projects, the Honorable Commissioner Ministry for Public Procurement Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Kano Comrade Nura Iro Ma'aji has today embarked on a project monitoring tour to assess the quality and progress of the ongoing projects in Kano State. During the visits, Comrade Ma'aji has ordered contractors handling ongoing construction of Kwankwasiyya Gida-Gida Blocks of 4 Classrooms at Gyanawa primary school, Gaya, Indabo Primary School, Wudil, Garin Dau primary school, Warawa, 5 kilometer road, Wudil and Isolation Center, Yar Gaya Dawakin Kudu local government to deliver quality jobs.  Comrade Ma'aji while inspecting the projects, insisted that high quality building materials must be used by the contractors. The team of engineers from the ministry of procurement who accompanied the Honorable Commissioner to the project sites noted in some places that there are inco...

By Zainab Olufunmi Nigeria Forest Security Service (NFSS) says it received 319 complaints from January to December. The Commander Nigeria Forest Security Service (NFSS) Kano State Command Abdullahi Al’ameen disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Kano. He said the service is trying its best to leave up to its mandate, including prevention, detection of crimes and illegal activities perpetrated in the forests. According to him, “out of the 319 complainants, 300 had been treated while 19 were pending in court. “Most of the cases were on animal theft, banditry, kidnapping, motorcycle theft, debt, phone snatching, rape, vandalism among others. "We will partner with relevant stakeholders on community policing",he said. Al’ameen further explained that this year NFSS will re-train it's personnel on security information and weapon - handling. He added that the training will help personnel to know what to do in the forest, g...

By Sagiru Ado Abubakar Amidst thousands of supporters, shortly after the swearing in ceremony of the newly appointed commissioners by His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, Executive Governor of Kano State, the newly appointed commissioner Ministry for Public Procurement Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Kano Comrade Nura Iro Ma’aji has assumed office Honorable Nura Iro Ma’aji a renowned governance expert, and Policy Development Specialist hailed from Sumaila Local Government, a lecture at Bayero University, Kano, Social Science and Administration (S.S.A), School of Continuing Education (S.C.E), served as the Special Adviser to the Governor of Kano on Employment and Job Creation, and also held the role of Special Adviser on Student Affairs During his speech on assumption of office, the Honorable Commissioner, acknowledged the support giving to him by the Kwankwasiyya Movement under the guide of the National Leader, Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the Executive Governor of Kano...

By Usman Datti Abdullahi  The Executive Secretary of Kano State Senior Secondary Schools Management Board (KSSSMB) Rabiu Sale Gwarzo has reaffirmed the state government's unwavering commitment to promoting exceptional educational standards in secondary schools education. Speaking when he convened the inaugural meeting with the twenty three zonal directors, the Executive Secretary discussed the current status of schools within the state, aimed at assessing the progress, challenges, and future prospects of secondary education in Kano State. During the meeting, the Executive Secretary and zonal directors engaged in a comprehensive review of the schools' performance, focusing on key areas such as academic achievements, infrastructure development, among other issues that need prompt intervention. The discussion also touched on strategies for improving the overall quality of education in the state. The ES emphasized the state government's commitment to providing acces...

  By Sagiru Ado Abubakar  The Kano State House of Assembly Committee on Public Procurement has, on Tuesday, paid an oversight visit to the new Commissioner Ministry for Public Procurement Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Kano State, Muhammad Diggol The committee led by the Chairman House Committee on Public Procurement, Honorable Murtala Musa Kore was received by the Honorable Commissioner, Alhaji Muhammad Diggol, directors and other supporting staff of the ministry, as contained in a press statement issued by Sagiru Ado Abubakar spokesperson of the ministry. According to the secretary House Committee on Public Procurement, Honorable Abubakar Danladi Isah said that it is a working relationship visit aimed at rebuilding a synergy between the committee and the new commissioner. He appreciated the existing relation between the ministry and the committee and advised the new administration to build upon. “Presently, we are studying the 2024 report of this ministr...