Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Federal Government has announced plans to digitize Nigeria’s grazing reserves, cattle routes, and dams inventories. This initiative is part of the administration’s broader goal to modernize the livestock sector and address longstanding farmer-herder conflicts. Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Muktar Idi Maiha, revealed this during a meeting with the House…
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has revealed that approximately 1.6 million People Living With HIV (PLHIV) in Nigeria are currently receiving treatment. Dr. Temitope Ilori, Director-General of NACA, made this announcement at a press conference held ahead of World AIDS Day 2024. She highlighted the agency’s commitment to ending AIDS in…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The National Population Commission (NPC) has taken a significant step towards improving maternal and child health in Nigeria by launching the 2024 Nigeria Verbal and Social Autopsy (VASA) Study. This groundbreaking initiative aims to delve into the underlying causes of child mortality and maternal deaths, providing crucial data for targeted health…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Kano State Government has taken a proactive step to promote girl child education by engaging Imams to develop key messages that will encourage parents to send their daughters to school. A workshop organized by the Kano State Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Civil Society Action Coalition on Education…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has initiated a comprehensive tracking exercise of 106 constituency and executive projects valued at ₦41 billion across Kano State. The Kano State Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner, Barr. Ibrahim Garba, revealed that the initiative aims to ensure the faithful implementation of these projects,…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano A recent survey conducted by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in collaboration with the World Bank has revealed a stark picture of food insecurity and poverty in Nigeria. The report, titled “General Household Survey-Panel Wave 5,” indicates that a significant portion of Nigerian households are struggling to afford basic food…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano A tragic incident unfolded in the Dogon Duste community, situated between Nasarawa and Toto Local Government Areas, leading to the loss of three lives. According to the Nasarawa State Commissioner of Police, Umar Nadada, a violent clash erupted between farmers and herders on Monday, around 4:30 PM. The ensuing confrontation resulted…
In a mounting show of opposition, northern leaders, including the Northern Governors Forum (NGF) and various civil society groups, have voiced strong disapproval of the Tax Reform Bill recently proposed by President Bola Tinubu. Hussaini Kafi writes as heated debates and opposition greet the intended reform. The bill, which aims to overhaul the country’s taxation…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano In a historic event, Kano State witnessed a unique takeover as children assumed control of the State House of Assembly for 90 minutes on World Children’s Day. This symbolic session was presided over by 15-year-old Muhammed Isah, who took on the role of Speaker, leading a Children’s Assembly comprising representatives from…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Nigerian Red Cross, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has initiated a comprehensive response plan to combat the ongoing Mpox outbreak in the country. Dr. Mannir Jega, Director of Health and Care for the Nigerian Red Cross, announced this today in…
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