Kano State Commissioner of Health Celebrates Two Years in Office with Journalists The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, marked his two years in office by engaging with journalists to reflect on his achievements and address critical issues in the health sector. The event served as a platform for open dialogue, allowing journalists to ask pressing questions about healthcare challenges and to clarify misinformation regarding key policies and initiatives. In his address Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf has been defined their tenure as groundbreaking initiatives that have reshaped the health sector. Among his achievements is the procurement of…
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YOSPIS Celebrates International Youth Day 2025: Calls for Greater Investment in Young People The Youth Society for the Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Social Vices (YOSPIS) joined global celebrations for International Youth Day 2025, emphasizing the urgent need for greater investment in young people. This year’s theme, “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” highlighted the transformative power of grassroots, youth-led initiatives in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while envisioning a future where youth remain central to decision-making. Speaking at the event, YOSPIS Executive Director, Zainab Nasir Ahmad, applauded the incredible contributions of Nigerian youth, describing…
Professor Gwarzo Inspires Youth and Leaders on International Youth Day Musa Abdullahi Sufi On this year’s International Youth Day, celebrated under the theme “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, President of MAAUN Group of Universities and Founder of the Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo Foundation, delivered an inspiring message that resonated with young people and leaders across the globe. In his remarks, Professor Gwarzo reminded the world that youth are not just the future , they are the driving force of today. He emphasized that the energy, creativity, and innovation of young people are essential to…
KNSG, UNICEF and GAVI Light Up 28 PHCs with Solar Power, Boosting Vaccines and Maternal Care in the State The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, has received 28 solar power systems for Primary Health Care facilities across the state, provided through a joint initiative by the UNICEF, and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. The official handover ceremony marked a crucial step in improving child immunization rates and reducing Kano’s high maternal mortality rate by ensuring these facilities can operate effectively around the clock. KNSG in Partnership with World Bank Launch ₦24 Billion Healthcare Project in the State.…
NAWOJ Partner with AMG Foundation , Urge Kano Govt to Implement Free Maternal Law The Kano State Chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) and the Aminu Magashi Garba Foundation (AMG) have issued a compelling call to the Kano State Government, demanding the immediate and effective implementation of the state’s Free Maternal Health Law. The objective of the meeting is to translate the long-enacted law designed to provide free antenatal, delivery, and postnatal care – from policy into tangible, life-saving services for Kano’s women. Nigeria rewards thieves with govt appointments – Kano Emir, Sanusi Hajiya Bahijja Malam…
Emir Of Shonga And Dr Magashi Seek Collaboration with Humanitarian Minster to Tackle Health Sector Crises In a bid to address persistent challenges within Nigeria’s health sector, a high-level delegation led by the Emir of Shonga, His Highness Dr. Halliru Ndanusa Yahaya, today paid an advocacy visit to the Honourable Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Yusuf Tanko Sununu. The delegation, which included prominent health sector figures Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba, Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Health Budget Network, and Dr. Ejike Oji, Chairman of the Association for Advancing Family Planning, engaged the Minister in…
UNICEF U-Reporters Promote Breastfeeding in Kano State. As part of the World Breastfeeding Week celebrations, UNICEF U-Reporters in Kano State organized a sensitization campaign to promote exclusive breastfeeding for six months among mothers. The campaign aimed to educate the public on the benefits of breastfeeding and encourage caregivers to adopt the practice. Aisha Ahmad Tijjani, a 19-year-old UNICEF U-Reporter, emphasized the importance of breastfeeding, saying, “Exclusive breastfeeding is KNSG and UNICEF partner to Combat Malnutrition With 1 Billion Naira Worth of Therapeutics Food…
Kano COP on immunization visits PHCMB DG, advocates for better funding, accountability By Stephen Enoch The Kano Community of Practice on Immunization (CoP) has renewed calls for increased funding, transparent spending, and stronger collaboration to close the state’s immunization gaps, particularly in “zero-dose” local government areas. On Friday, the CoP, alongside representatives of the African Health Budget Network (AHBN), paid an advocacy visit to the Director-General of the Kano State Primary Healthcare Management Board, Professor Salisu Ibrahim Ahmad. Leading the delegation, Dr. Musa Bello congratulated the DG on his appointment and outlined the objectives of the Zero Dose Learning Hub…
KNSG and UNICEF partner to Combat Malnutrition With 1 Billion Naira Worth of Therapeutics Food . The Kano State Government in partnership with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has handed over Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) worth ₦1 billion to the Local Government facilities in the State to treat severely malnourished children. The handover ceremony was chaired by His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, government representatives, development partners, and other stakeholders. During the ceremony at Takai local Government appreciate UNICEF for it numerous and multitudinous contributions to the children of Kano State . Meanwhile Kano…
KNSG in Partnership with World Bank Launch ₦24 Billion Healthcare Project in the State The Kano State Government, in partnership with the World Bank, has launched a ₦24 billion project to revitalize primary healthcare centers (PHCs) across all 44 local government areas of the state. The project, dubbed IMPACT (Immunisation Plus and Malaria Progress by Accelerating Coverage and Transforming Services), aims to improve access to quality maternal and child healthcare services in rural communities. Speaking at the project launch in Takai Local Government Area, Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Yusuf, said, “This collaboration with the World Bank under…