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By Abubakar Umar Muhd Kano State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery with the official commissioning and opening of three flagship healthcare projects executed by the State Health Trust Fund (KHETFUND), marking another significant milestone in the transformation of the state’s health sector. The commissioning ceremony was led by the state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, who officially declared the projects open for public use. The Executive Secretary of KHETFUND, Dr. Fatima Usman Zaharaddeen, formally presented the interventions, describing them as strategic investments aimed at improving healthcare infrastructure, expanding access to quality medical services and…

By Usman Usman Garba D-Ikram Nursery and Primary School has celebrated its sixth Cultural Day at BMC Event Center, with pupils showcasing the rich cultural heritage of various Nigerian ethnic groups and Arab traditions. The annual event was organised to promote pupils’ talents, moral values, cultural awareness, unity, and peaceful coexistence, while reaffirming the school’s commitment to providing quality education. During the colourful celebration, pupils from different cultural groups represented Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Fulani, Kanuri, and Arab communities. They appeared in traditional attires and presented cultural displays, dances, greetings, fashion parades, and other activities reflecting the history, values, and traditions…

From Umar Danladi Ado,Sokoto The Special Adviser on Security to Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu, retired Colonel Ahmed Usman, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to designate the newly established 5 Division Headquarters in Makurdi, Benue State, as a Special Forces Division, describing the move as vital to addressing worsening insecurity across the North-Central region and the country. Usman made the appeal on Monday while commending President Tinubu for approving the expansion of the Nigerian Army from eight to 12 divisions and the recruitment of an additional 28,000 personnel. He described the expansion as a bold and strategic step towards…

By Rabiu Sanusi The Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State, on Monday staged a colourful and emotional Pulling-Out Parade in honour of its 24th Commandant, Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Patrick A. Atayero, who officially retired from the Nigeria Police Force upon attaining the mandatory retirement age of 60. The ceremony, which coincided with AIG Atayero’s 60th birthday, celebrated a distinguished policing career defined by dedication, exemplary leadership, and remarkable contributions to the advancement of police education in Nigeria. The event attracted an array of dignitaries, including senior military and police officers, government officials, traditional rulers, academics, and well-wishers, all…

From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The annual mass wedding programme initiated by the wife of the Kebbi State Governor, Hajiya Nafisa Nasir Idris, has once again demonstrated its far-reaching religious, social, political, and economic impact by giving hundreds of less-privileged residents a fresh start in family life. This year’s edition brought together 300 grooms and 300 brides drawn from the 21 local government areas of the state, with each council producing between 10 and 12 couples. The initiative is designed to assist indigent adults and divorcees who wish to remarry but are unable to meet the financial demands of marriage.…

By Christiana Gokyo, Jos Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to harnessing technology to improve governance, boost economic growth, strengthen education, and enhance security across the state. The governor made this known while receiving members of the National Executive Council of the Nigerian Computer Society on a courtesy visit at the Government House, Rayfield, Jos. Governor Mutfwang commended the Society for selecting Plateau State to host its forthcoming international conference despite negative narratives about the state. He praised the leadership of the Society for relying on firsthand assessment rather than misinformation circulating on social…

By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has approved the extension of the retirement age for health workers in its employment from 60 to 65 years, or 40 years of pensionable service, in a landmark policy aimed at retaining experienced professionals and strengthening healthcare delivery across the state. The approval, granted by Governor Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, was conveyed in Head of Service Circular No. 11/2026, dated July 27, 2026, and signed by the Head of Service, Mr. Orok Bassey Okon. The directive is intended to address the shortage of experienced health personnel and sustain quality…

By Mu’awiya Bala Idris, Katsina Torrential rainfall has displaced more than 200 families and destroyed several shops and properties worth millions of naira in Dangamu Village, Kusada Local Government Area of Katsina State. The incident occurred barely two weeks after a heavy downpour claimed the lives of two people in the Janbango area of Katsina metropolis. Reports indicate that several communities across different local government areas in the state have been affected by heavy rainfall over the past month, leaving many residents homeless and causing extensive damage to property and farmlands. Katsina is one of the northern states that experiences…

By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Police Command has arrested a suspected member of an organised crime syndicate linked to the theft of a commercial tricycle after allegedly intoxicating its rider in Potiskum. According to a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Dungus Abdulkareem, the incident occurred on July 23, 2026. The statement said the Potiskum Divisional Police Headquarters received a distress report at about 10:50 p.m. that a commercial tricycle rider had been robbed after an unidentified man, who posed as a passenger, allegedly administered a suspected intoxicating substance to him. The 25-year-old rider…

By Abubakar Umar Muhammad (Nr. Gwani) An anniversary should not be measured merely by the passage of time. Rather, it should be measured by the quality of leadership, the impact of decisions, the innovations introduced and the positive transformation achieved during a leader’s tenure. In public service, the true significance of an anniversary lies in the lives touched and the institutions strengthened. The Kano Health Trust Fund (KHETFUND) had existed for several years before the appointment of Dr. Fatima Usman Zahraddeen as its Executive Secretary. While the agency had an important mandate, its activities were not widely recognized by the…

By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Yobe State Executive Council (SEC) has approved projects and programmes worth N73.3 billion aimed at accelerating infrastructure development, agricultural productivity, housing, women’s empowerment, and economic growth across the state. The approvals were granted during the State Executive Council meeting held in Damaturu and chaired by Governor Mai Mala Buni. A major highlight of the meeting was the approval of over N28.531 billion for the procurement of agricultural tools and implements under the 2026 Mega Agricultural Empowerment Programme, reinforcing the state’s commitment to boosting food production and supporting farmers. The Council also ratified over N4.939…

By Abubakar Umar Muhd (Nr GWANI) Nigeria’s healthcare system is facing a growing crisis as thousands of nurses continue to leave the country in search of better salaries, improved working conditions, professional growth, and safer work environments. The migration trend, popularly known as the “Japa” phenomenon, has become a major concern for the country’s health sector, with highly trained and experienced nurses relocating to countries offering better career opportunities. Major destinations for Nigerian nurses include the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. In recent years, Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab…

By Hon. Muhammad Sanusi S. Kiru   There comes a time in public discourse when fairness must prevail over partisanship and facts must take precedence over preconceived opinions. That moment has come in my assessment of the educational reforms being implemented by the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State. As a former Commissioner of Education and someone who has consistently evaluated government performance with candour, I owe the people of the state an honest appraisal of the governor’s performance in the education sector. After objectively reviewing the administration’s interventions from 2024 to 2026, particularly its determined efforts…

By Usman Usman Garba  Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), under the leadership of its Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, has commenced a two-day Technical Review Workshop in Kaduna to review the agency’s 2026 Operational Guidelines. A statement from Abubakar Umar Muhammad (Nr. GWANI) Kafin Maiyaki, who can be reached via his e-mail: nurseabubakarumar@gmail.com or phone: +234 806 978 1041, said the initiative was part of the healthcare reform agenda of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of the state. He said in the statement that it also aimed at improving healthcare delivery and expanding access to quality health services…

From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has commenced the nationwide training of 1,884 agricultural extension agents and food security specialists under its Grassroots Digital Extension Corps (GDEC) programme to strengthen agricultural productivity and enhance food security across Nigeria. According to a statement issued by the management of the Fund, the training in Lafia is the first in a series that will be replicated across the country’s five other geopolitical zones. Participants will undergo intensive training in digital extension services, climate-smart agriculture, data collection, farmer advisory services, and modern communication techniques before receiving professional certification at the…

From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has reiterated the Commission’s commitment to preparations for the 2027 general elections while concluding arrangements for the forthcoming Osun State governorship election. Prof. Amupitan gave the assurance on Wednesday in Abuja when he received a delegation of the Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) resident in Plateau State, led by Pius A. Akubo, SAN, who paid a courtesy visit to the Commission’s headquarters to congratulate him on his appointment as INEC Chairman. The INEC Chairman urged Nigerians, especially members of the legal…

By Suleiman Ahmad Ramat For decades, Triumph Newspaper stood as one of Kano State’s most respected public institutions and a symbol of journalism in Northern Nigeria. Established during the administration of the late Alhaji Abubakar Rimi, the state’s first civilian governor in the Second Republic, the newspaper was created to inform, educate, and enlighten the people of Kano while serving as a platform for public discourse and government accountability. Beyond its role as a newspaper, Triumph became a training ground for generations of journalists, editors, photographers, and media professionals who later distinguished themselves in newspapers, television stations, and radio organizations…

Abubakar Umar Muhammad The Kano Health Trust Fund (KHETFUND) is pleased to announce that the renovation of Jambulo Health Post has been successfully completed, and the facility is set to commence healthcare services soon. This milestone reflects the commitment of the Executive Secretary of KHETFUND, Dr. Fatima Usman Zahraddeen, and her dedicated team towards improving primary healthcare infrastructure and expanding access to quality healthcare services across Kano State. The renovated health post provides a safe and conducive environment for healthcare workers and patients and is expected to serve the healthcare needs of the Jambulo community and surrounding areas. The achievement…

By Ibrahim Muhammad A renowned politician and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Fagge Local Government Area of Kano State, Hon. Haruna Kabiru Wakili, has congratulated the state deputy governor, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo, on his well-deserved re-nomination as running mate by the state governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for the 2027 governorship election. In a congratulatory message issued to journalists, Hon. Wakili described the governor’s decision as a wise one that reflects the trust and confidence the administration has in the deputy governor. He said: “I am fully confident that many leaders, stakeholders, and members of our great party,…

By Ibrahim Muhammad Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA), has been supplying drugs and surgical equipment to Abubakar Imam Urology Centre under the Drug Revolving Fund scheme. Under the arrangement, drugs are sold to patients at subsidized rates and once the money is recovered it is used to procure more drugs to ensure there is no shortage in the hospital. The Chief Medical Director of Abubakar Imam Urology Centre, Dr. Balarabe Umar Muhammad, disclosed this while speaking with journalists. He said the hospital has recorded significant progress because all the drugs they require are now being sourced…