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The 20th Anniversary of the GGSS Yargaya Class of 2004 was celebrated in a grand and colorful event, bringing together alumni, former principals, and teachers to mark this significant milestone. The event, held at  Murtala Muhammad Library Hall,was a moment of reflection, gratitude, and renewal of commitments.  Making it known to The TIMES HAUSA by Bahijja Malam KabaraHead Girl, Class of 2004 The celebration was graced by former principals, Malama Ramlatu Ado Diso,and Malama Amina Abdullahi, who applauded the alumni for organizing such a memorable event. They encouraged members to continue supporting one another, fostering unity and collaboration. They also…

The Kano state government has concluded plans to launch a 5-year multi-sectoral investment strategy to attract investment opportunities and boost revenue generation. The plan was disclosed by the Director-General of the Kano State Investment Promotion Agency (Kan-Invest), Muhammad Naziru Halliru, while briefing journalists in Kano. The DG said the five-year strategic blueprint is designed to attract local and foreign investors to deploy their resources in key economic sectors and viable commercial deposits in the ancient city. Halliru emphasized that the Kan-Invest plan covers large areas of economic deposits waiting for exploration, especially in energy, agriculture, health, education, transportation, and other…

The Nigerian government is committed to transforming the country’s education sector to drive national growth and development.According to Dr. Suwaiba Said Ahmad, the Minister of State for Education, the government is dedicated to revitalizing tertiary institutions, making them not just centers of learning but also hubs of innovation and change.Speaking at the 7th Education for Sustainable Development Conference, Dr. Suwaiba emphasized that education goes beyond acquiring knowledge; it’s about shaping minds to create a sustainable future.The conference, organized by Bayero University’s Centre for Gender Studies CGS aimed to promote sustainable development and equip students with knowledge and skills to tackle…

Hassan Ibrahim Gama has been selected to serve as the Kano State Coordinator for the Civil Society Network on Migration and Development, effective from 2024 to 2026.As the selected coordinator, Gama will play a crucial role in promoting safe, orderly, and regular migration in Kano State. In his remarks Hassan Ibrahim Gama said ,He will work closely with civil society organizations, community-based organizations, and government agencies to address migration-related issues. “All CSOs/ CBOs in Kano working on Safe, orderly and regular migration should come together. Let us support the state to fight irregular migration, child trafficking and migrants rights. “Civil…

In a recent election, Hassan Ibrahim Gama emerged as the Kano state Coordinator for the Civil Society Network on Migration and Development. His tenure will span from December 2024 to December 2026. As the newly elected coordinator, Gama is calling on all Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) in Kano to collaborate in addressing migration-related issues. “The objective of the CSOnetMADE is to helps civil societies build and strengthen the work of this peoplecentered, rights-based movement on migration and development. With the growing nature of migration, its trends and dynamics, the need to manage migration effectively is pertinent…

The newly appointed Commissioner for the Ministry of Higher Education,  Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo, officially takeover the affairs of the ministry  today, Monday.Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam, who is also the Kano State Deputy Governor, commended the remarkable achievements recorded by the ministry in a short period under his predecessor’s leadership.He emphasized that the current administration, led by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, is committed to building on the solid foundation laid by the previous administration of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso in advancing higher education development. He cited the Kwankwasiyya scholarship program as an example, highlighting that Dr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kofarmata, a beneficiary,…

The Kano State Government said it’s committed and working assiduously with relevant associations, groups for the overall improvement of the living standard of the teeming people in the state.The outgoing State Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change Rt. Hon. Nasiru Sule Garo who was recently transferred to the Ministry for Special Duties, made the disclosure at the first edition Annual Public Lecture Series,  and award Ceremony, for African Union Agenda 2063 Ambassadorial Assembly, held at Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja, with the theme: Appraising the 11 years Journey of AU Agenda 2063 and the way forward. Making it known to The…

Nigerian Association of Women Journalists, (NAWOJ) Kano State Chapter has organized a Town Hall meeting on Gender Based Violence, (GBV) in collaboration with the Office of the Special Adviser to the State Governor on Special Assignment. The Special Adviser on Special Assignment, Hajiya Fatima Abubakar Amneef who said the State Government will support any effort against GBV also appreciated the effort of NAWOJ for their collaboration to work together to achieve desired goals. Responding, the State Chairperson of NAWOJ, Comrade Bahijja Malam Kabara said the aim of the event was to join the rest of the world in order to…

Ayeeshat J Ahmad In his continuous support for religious education in Kano State, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has awarded the winners of the 39th Annual Kano Qur’anic Competition with slots for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage and cash prizes of ₦2 million each.Making it known to The TIMES HAUSA by Ibrahim Garba Sha aibu ,Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor of Kano State The grand finale of the competition was held at the School of Arabic Studies, Kano, where Buhari Sunusi Gezawa and Fatima Abubakar Tarauni emerged as the overall champions in the male and female categories, respectively.Represented by his Deputy,…

Nigeria to conduct first-ever digital census for persons with disabilities .The data will be crucial in informing policy decisions, resource allocation, and programme development to support the inclusion and empowerment of persons with disabilities in Nigeria.The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has announced plans to conduct a digital census for persons with disabilities in Nigeria. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Ayuba Gufwan, said this during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday to commemorate the 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPDs). Mr Gufwan said the initiative, which is in collaboration with the National Population Commission…