Kano State government under ministry of Health ,launched the poliomyelitis vaccine in Ungogo local government area, citing the area’s high population and history of outbreaks. Dr. Abubakar Labaran yusif, explained the purpose of launching the poliomyelitis vaccine in Ungogo town, he said the LGA has high number of O dose children . Adding that Ungogo local government faces outbreaks of contagious diseases like cholera and diphtheria. However, with renewed efforts and community involvement, the state aims to overcome these challenges and achieve polio eradication .Dr Labaran however ,Encourage parents, children and health workers to help each other and be kind…
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Ayeeshat J Ahmad In an effort to eradicate poverty and promote jobs/wealth creation, Rano local government council of Kano state has distributed empowerment package of N50,000 each to 100 women in the area.Speaking at the distribution of the empowerment the chairman of the local government council Alh.Muhammasaid, Ñaziru Yau said the council is empowering people through their own business.He noted that, the council is committed to support women and youth to be self reliance and productive for growth and development.According to him the council is complementing the effort of the state governor Engr Abba Kabir on women empowerment and poverty…
Ayeeshat J Ahmad STAKEHOLDERS in Nigeria’s health sector have advocated standardised management systems in the nation’s laboratories, including comparing results between labs and regular quality checks by independent bodies before such reports are released. A UK-based biomedical scientist, virologist and infectious disease expert. Solomon Chollom, a doctor, and the founder of Love for Health Organisation (LHO), Yusuf Harun, also a doctor, stated this during an X space organised by The ICIR on Saturday, October 26, 2024, with the theme, “Why are there inconsistencies in Genotype/blood group tests results. They both noted that inconsistent genotype and blood group testing in Nigerian…
The National Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (NEMSAS) has engaged stakeholders in Kano state to begin the implementation of the rural ambulance and transportation services for pregnant women in rural areas in the state.Speaking during stakeholders engagement workshop/meeting for its implementation, NEMSA National Coordinator, represented by its consultant, prof Mohammed Hamza, said the program was aimed to provide emergency medical services to Nigerians including cases of accident, trauma, disease outbreaks and most importantly emergencies that involves delivery and the new born.According to him, the current initiative built on existing emergency services within the country now targets pregnant women and…
Yayin da aka fara aiwatar da Shirin Gangamin Mutane Miliyan Goma a faɗin wannan ƙasa, an buƙaci al’ummar jihar Kano da su fito domin yi musu gwajin hawan jini da ciwon siga.Kwamishinan Lafiya na Jihar Kano, Dakta Abubakar Labaran Yusuf ne ya yi wannan kira a ranar Litinin da ta gabata yayin fara aiwatar da shirin a harabar Hukumar Samar da Magunguna da Kayayyaki ta Jiha (DMCSA).Shirin Gangamin Mutane Miliyan Goma ya mayar da hankali ne ga cututtuka marasa yaɗuwa, musamman hawan jini da ciwon siga, waɗanda ke taka rawa sosai wajen haifar da cututtuka da mace-mace a Najeriya, da…
Ayeeshat J Ahmad PETROLEUM marketers have decried a substantial drop in sales following the Bola Tinubu-led administration’s enforcement of proper deregulation (Petroleum subsidy removal) of the petroleum downstream sector.The product, which currently sells above N1,000 in most filling station retail outlets across Nigeria, has caused a major shift in transport spending, with many middle-class Nigerians now opting for public transportation.The marketers, as a result, lamented low patronage because of the high cost of the Petroleum product, adding that forces of demand and supply may force the price downward shortly.The National President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of…
Ayeeshat J Ahmad Aminci Radio Kano In a significant development, the recent Local Government elections in Kano State have been hailed as a resounding success by 89 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and citizens for development education CDE.served as accredited election observers. Led by Comrade Victor Kalu, Director of Grassroot Development and Peace Initiative. Comrade Kalu, however, expressed satisfaction with the peaceful and orderly manner in which the elections were conducted, despite the absence of security personnel.Ambassador Ibrahim waiya also acknowledged the elections, adding that the election were conducted in the best interest of citizens and in a peaceful atmosphere.He however,commended…
Ayeeshat J Ahmad Aminci Radio Kano Hon. Dr. Aminu Ibrahim Tsanyawa, federal commissioner of national population commission highlighted the benefits of high population, stressing that a well-planned economic strategy can harness this demographic advantage for development. Stated this during orientations for media and desk officers from relevant MDAs organized by national population commission in collaboration with kanSLam supported by LAFIYA . The event focused on Demographic Dividend, aiming to reduce dependency ratios. He noted that the Kano state large dependent population recognized the potential of a demographic dividend, where a significant working-age population contributes to economic growth. Tsanyawa expressed appreciation…
Ayeeshat J Ahmad Aminci Radio The National Population Commission, in partnership with KanSLam and other partners, organized a 3-day orientation workshop for media and desk officers from relevant MDAs. The event focused on Demographic Dividend, aiming to reduce dependency ratios.Hon. Dr. Aminu Ibrahim Tsanyawa, federal commissioner of national population commission ably represented by NPC State Director Alh. Balarabe Kabir highlighted the meeting’s objective as to promote awareness of Demographic Dividend’s value, to reduce the dependency ratio . “many of our people that are in working age group are dependant and jobless this is why national population commission bring about this…
Ayeeshat J Ahmad In response to the current outbreaks of cholera and diphtheria, Kano State Ministry of Health teamed up with Breakthrough ACTION Nigeria for a 3-day workshop to craft effective communication messages and strategies to eradicate the outbreaks in the state.In his statement Commissioner of Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusif, heavenly represented by acting permanent secretary of the ministry,Shehu sani Shehu emphasized governor Abba Kabir yusif commitment to improving health sector. The commissioner added the importance of having information about disease, helps to reduce the spread of disease . “Information is power,With knowledge, people can seek better treatment and…