Hussaini Ibrahim Kafi

NCDC Deploys Rapid Response Teams to Combat Meningitis Outbreak in Kebbi, Sokoto and Katsina

Hussaini Kafi, Kano The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has deployed Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) to Kebbi, Sokoto, and Katsina States to curb the ongoing outbreak of Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM), following a sharp rise in suspected cases and fatalities. According to a statement on Thursday, the NCDC reported that as of March…

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Adamawa Govt Confirms Rabies Outbreak Attacking Cats

Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Adamawa State government has confirmed a rabies outbreak, with cats being particularly affected. Commissioner for Livestock and Aquaculture Development, Tijjani Maksha, announced the development in Yola, the state capital, reassuring residents that measures are being taken to control the spread. Rabies, a deadly viral disease affecting both animals and humans,…

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Kano Emirate Suspends Eid-el-Fitr Durbar over Security Concerns

Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Kano Emirate, under the leadership of His Royal Highness, Emir Aminu Ado Bayero, has suspended the traditional Eid-el-Fitr Durbar for this year. The development was contained in a statement by the Emir’s spokesperson, Abubakar Balarabe Kofar Naisa, which was made available to Africa Health Report, AHR, on Wednesday evening. According…

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Kano Workers’ Woes, Lamentations and Rage over Exclusion from New Minimum Wage Amid Worsening Hardship

The implementation of the newly approved ₦71,000 minimum wage by the Kano State Government was expected to bring relief to workers struggling with the rising cost of living. However, for employees of the Kano State Investment and Properties (KSIP) and the Kano State Water Board, the reality has been starkly different. Despite a directive by…

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Kano Gov Hosts Iftar with Orphans, Vows Better Welfare

Hussaini Kafi in Kano Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the lives of orphans through enhanced education, social welfare, and infrastructure development. Governor Yusuf made this pledge on Monday during an Iftar (breaking of fast) event held with orphans at the Government House, Kano. Addressing the gathering,…

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Tensions over Planned Parallel Durbar Festivities in Kano, Police Assure Security

Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Kano State Police Command has assured residents of adequate security ahead of the Eid-el-Fitr Sallah celebrations, as two rival emirs plan to hold parallel Durbar festivities. The development has raised concerns about potential clashes, prompting the police to intensify security measures across the state. The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim…

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