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By Sani Surajo Abubakar The cry of a child in the middle of the night can mean many things. But for a family living with sickle cell disease, it can signal the beginning of another frightening journey—pain, sleeplessness, an emergency trip to the hospital, medication, possible blood transfusion and, often, another crushing financial burden. For thousands of families in Kano State, this has been the painful reality of living with sickle cell disease. A child may be forced to miss school for days. A mother may spend sleepless nights beside a hospital bed. A father may have to abandon work…

By Usman Usman Garba  Safiya Lawal Dalhat’s bold Umrah promotions are changing how many Nigerians view access to the holy journey. For many Muslims, performing Umrah is a deeply cherished spiritual aspiration. Yet for families facing financial difficulties, the cost of visas, flights, accommodation, transportation and other travel arrangements can make the journey appear beyond their reach. It was against this backdrop that Safiya Lawal Dalhat, popularly known as Sophy a China, decided to take a different approach to the Umrah business. After operating her Umrah services for about two years, Safiya committed herself to periodically introducing promotional packages designed…

By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), in collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has organised a State-Level Step-Down Training on Greening Schools and Climate Change Education Intervention (GSCCEI) in Kano State. The training, held at the SBMC Hall, SUBEB Headquarters, Audu Bako Secretariat, Kano, brought together key education stakeholders to strengthen their capacity for the effective implementation of the GSCCEI in schools and communities. A total of 10 Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs) were selected for the Training of Trainers (ToT), with 10 schools selected from each participating LGEA. Each selected school…

Daga Rabiu Sanusi  Kamfanin Nestlé Milo ya tallafa wa masu sana’ar sayar da shayi 2,000 a Kano da Jos ƙarƙashin shirinsa na tallafa wa kwastomomin da suka jima suna hulda da shi domin ƙarfafa gwiwar masu kananan sana’o’i. Kamfanin ya ce rabon tallafin zai kuma ƙarfafa rawar da Milo ta shafe tsawon shekaru tana takawa a matsayin mahadin shan shayi a Arewacin Najeriya. Shirin ya bai wa masu shayi kayan tallafin da suka hada da risho mai amfani da iskar gas, tukunyar gas, malafar kare rana, fitila mai amfani da hasken rana, kofuna da kuma sinadarin Milo. Masu shirya taron…

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has assured the people of Musawa and Matazu of sustained government investment in security, agriculture, education, healthcare, infrastructure and youth empowerment. Governor Radda gave the assurance on Sunday in Musawa during a community relief and empowerment programme organised in collaboration with stakeholders and Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu Ahmad, Dujiman Katsina. The event featured the launch of the Musawa Development Initiative (MDI), established by indigenes of Musawa to support communities affected by insecurity and promote sustainable development. Governor Radda distributed 500 motorcycles, agricultural inputs, financial assistance and relief materials to beneficiaries across Musawa and Matazu.…

By Christiana Gokyo, Jos The 2026 International Youth Day activities, organised by the Plateau State Police Command under the theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” concluded over the weekend with an interactive session with youths at the Police Officers’ Mess in Jos. Presenting his paper at the end of the three-day programme, the Area Commander, Metro, ACP Victor Elias, commended the Commissioner of Police, Plateau State Command, CP Ayodeji Faniyan, for bringing together young people and stakeholders from different backgrounds to reflect on the aspirations, challenges and responsibilities of youths in building a peaceful and prosperous society. He said youths may…

By Ibrahim Muhammad The National Leader of ‘The Gangariya Quality Politics Academy’ popularily known as ” ‘Jami’ar Siyasa Gangariya’ group, Hon. Ado Tati Dala, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, for the steps they are taking to address security challenges and drive national development. Hon. Tati-Dala stated this while speaking with journalists. He said the president was working hard without making noise about it. He emphasized that security agencies were now recording regular successes against terrorists, including the rescue of many people who were kidnapped, especially in Northern states. He also noted…

By Usman Usman Garba In the rapidly evolving Nigerian social media landscape, Fulani, known across social media platforms as @fulani929, has emerged as a vibrant young voice on TikTok, successfully bridging the gap between healthcare education and digital content creation. With a thriving community of more than 380,000 followers and over 2.6 million likes, Fulani has captured the attention of audiences across Nigeria. Her content offers a unique blend of educational insights, lifestyle experiences and beauty inspiration, while documenting her journey as a dedicated Pharmacy student. Driven by a passion for creative expression, Fulani has transformed her platform into a…

By Rabi’u Sunusi Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reviewed the progress of the Gaya Polytechnic project and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring that the institution becomes fully operational and commences academic activities within the current academic session. The Governor made the commitment when he received the Chairman of the Gaya Polytechnic Implementation Committee, Professor Mukhtar Atiku Kurawa, alongside the Commissioner for Education, Hon. Ali Haruna Makoda, and the Secretary of the Implementation Committee, Shehu Sani Shehu, at the Governor’s Office. The meeting provided an opportunity for the Implementation Committee to brief the Governor on the progress…

By Zainab Sani Shehu Kiru  Kano State Private Health Institutions Management Agency (PHIMA) has issued a strict directive banning the administration of Intravenous (IV) fluid infusions and blood transfusions at Patent Medicine Stores (Chemists) across the state. A statement from the Public Relations Officer of the agency, Malama Fauziyya Habib Mahmoud, said Patent Medicine Stores were legally non-clinical retail outlets and were strictly not authorized to perform invasive medical procedures, administer IV drips, or conduct blood transfusions under any circumstances. The statement reaffirmed the state government’s position, saying that the Acting Executive Secretary of the agency, Hajiya Khadijah Hussein Sa’id,…

By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has reiterated its commitment to strengthening community participation, accountability, transparency and ownership in the management and development of basic education across the state. The commitment was reaffirmed during the training of School-Based Management Committees (SBMCs) and Social Mobilisation Officers (SMOs) on the 2025 Revised SBMC Guidelines held at Sararin Gezawa Special Primary School, Gezawa LGEA. The Executive Chairman of Kano State SUBEB, Malam Yusuf Kabir, represented by the Director of Social Mobilisation, Aminu Dalha, monitored the training and interacted with participants to assess their understanding and implementation of…

By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, alongside the Chairman of the Information Committee of the Kano State House of Assembly Hon.Sa’ad Amin has visited the management of Triumph Newspapers in Kano, pledging renewed government and legislative support towards reviving and repositioning the historic media organisation. The visit was aimed at assessing the current condition of Triumph Newspapers, identifying the challenges confronting its operations and exploring practical measures to restore the organisation to its former strength and enable it to effectively compete in the modern media environment. Speaking during the visit,…

By Usman Usman Garba The Rundunar Kishin Kano/Kano Patriotic Front (RKK/KPF), under the leadership of retired Major General Ibrahim Sani, mni, has recorded significant achievements in the areas of justice advocacy, victim support, anti-drug campaigns, youth reorientation and the promotion of patriotism and national consciousness. The organisation disclosed this on Tuesday in its Second Quarter Progress Report covering activities carried out between April and June 2026. The Chairman of RKK/KPF, Major General (rtd) Ibrahim Sani, represented by the organisation’s Public Relations Officer, Hajiya Gambo Abba Mustapha, said the achievements recorded during the quarter reflected the organisation’s commitment to promoting the…

From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The Sokoto State Pilgrims Welfare Agency (PWA) has continued the sale and registration of intending pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj, with a deposit of N7.7 million per pilgrim pending the announcement of the final Hajj fare by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). Chairman of the Agency, Alhaji Aliyu Musa, disclosed this on Monday while speaking to newsmen in Sokoto. Musa urged all intending pilgrims to comply with the relevant directives and ensure that they complete their registration before the September 26, 2026 deadline. He particularly commended the moral and financial support of Sokoto…

By Ibrahim Muhammad Khadijat Gambari Academy located at Yakasai quarters within Kano metropolis, has held its graduation ceremony for this year. The event included students who completed studies from nursery, primary, up to secondary level. At the event held on Saturday, the proprietor of the school, Hajiya Rahmatu Abdurrahman, stated that the event was 17th graduation ceremony since the establishment of the school. She said: “We have many alumni. “Some of them are currently in university, while others have graduated and are working in different places.” She also expressed gratitude to Allah for the excellent results the students obtained in the…

By Usman Usman Garba The Kano State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has clarified a recent report by Tracka, published by Sahara Reporters, alleging that the Board could not provide the locations of classroom renovation projects reportedly funded with over N1 billion. In a statement, the Board explained that Tracka submitted a Freedom of Information (FOI) request on May 19, 2026, seeking details of contractors, project locations and the implementation status of the renovation projects. According to SUBEB, it contacted Tracka through the telephone number provided in the request and invited its representatives to the Board for further clarification and…

By Hauwa Adam The Kano State Zoological and Wildlife Management Agency (KAZOWMA) has celebrated the 2026 World Rangers Day at the Falgore Game Reserve in Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State, with a call for collective action to protect forests and wildlife. The event brought together dignitaries and stakeholders from Doguwa and Tudun Wada Local Government Areas, including traditional rulers, security agencies, government representatives, forest rangers, hunters and other stakeholders. Speaking at the event, the District Head of Doguwa, who was represented by Alhaji Ado Yakubu of the Doguwa/Tudun Wada Constituency, called on communities surrounding the reserve to actively…

By Rabiu Sanusi The Office of the Head of Service, Kano State, has held its 109th Weekly Joint Directorate Meeting as part of efforts to equip civil servants with the knowledge and coordination required to enhance service delivery and promote continuous improvement across the state civil service. This was contained in a statement issued by the Director of Public Enlightenment in the Office of the Head of Service, Rukayya Uba Sulaimain, and made available to journalists. According to the statement, the meeting featured a presentation titled “Ethics in Islam in Accordance with Civil Service Rules,” delivered by Hashim Adam Husain,…

By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has expressed its readiness to partner with the Federal Government to transform the state into a major livestock production and export hub for Nigeria and West Africa. Governor Bassey Edet Otu made the commitment while hosting the Minister of Livestock Development, Hon. Idi Mukhtar Maiha, ahead of the commissioning of Nigeria’s first Livestock Control Post and Guarantee Facility at Mfum in Ikom Local Government Area. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, Governor Otu said the state was committed to working closely with the Federal Ministry of Livestock…

From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Fifteen years after the Employees’ Compensation Act was signed into law, the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) on Tuesday  presented the first compensation cheques worth N31,720,570.5 million directly to five beneficiaries from treasury-funded Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). In a statement issued in Abuja by the Fund said the maiden presentation held in Abuja, brought together families who lost loved ones or suffered workplace injuries in the course of public service. The Managing Director and Chief Executive of NSITF, Mr Oluwaseun Faleye, said the event was not ceremonial but the fulfilment of a legal promise.…