N’Assembly Moves to Shift 2027 Presidential Poll to Feb 13 The National Assembly has announced an emergency return to plenary as lawmakers consider shifting the 2027 presidential election to February 13 instead of the earlier scheduled February 20. The move follows growing concerns about the clash between the election timetable and the Ramadan fasting period. Punch Newspaper correspondent reported that ,Lawmakers are expected to review sections of the Electoral Act to accommodate the change. The emergency sitting will hold at 11 a.m. on Tuesday after the recess was cut short. In a notice issued by the Clerk to the National…
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MRA Urges Government, Stakeholders to Revive Radio Sector on World Radio Day By Aishat J. Ahmad The Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has called on the Federal Government and key industry stakeholders to urgently revitalize Nigeria’s radio sector, stressing that radio remains one of the most affordable and accessible platforms for information and civic engagement despite rapid changes in technology and media consumption. In the statement signed by its Programme Officer, Ms. Adesewa Akintokun MRA on Friday,described radio as a powerful tool for information, education, emergency alerts, cultural expression, and democratic participation, noting that since its introduction in Nigeria in…
Groups Push for Law to Regulate House Agents, Property Dealers to Curb Security Threats in Kano Know Your Neighbor Community Development Initiative, in collaboration with sister organizations, convene a roundtable discussion to support a motion before the Kano State legislature aimed at strengthening community security through the regulation of real estate and house agents across the state. Speaking at the meeting, Comrade Muhammad Sani Garba said Kano witnessed rising security concerns connected to the ease with which individuals rent, buy, or occupy houses without proper identification or traceable records. Nasir El-Rufai Defends Rabiu Kwankwaso Over Sharia Law Controversy He…
Nasir El-Rufai Defends Rabiu Kwankwaso Over Sharia Law Controversy He said The Focus was Unfair and Selective By jimoh Michael Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has defended former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, over the controversy surrounding the implementation of Sharia law in northern Nigeria, saying it is misleading to single him out among other leaders who adopted the same legal framework. El-Rufai spoke on Friday during a political programme on Arise TV where he addressed current political developments and speculation about his future presidential ambition. He said although politics remains fluid, he has not taken any decision to…
NAWOJ Kano Celebrates Its Members Hajiya Nafisa Murtala Ahmad and Aisha J. Ahmad for Receiving Excellence Award in Health Reporting The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kano State Chapter, has celebrated two of its members, Hajiya Nafisa Murtala Ahmad of Express Radio and Aisha J. Ahmad of Aminci Radio, for receiving an Excellence Award in Health Reporting. The recognition was given by the Kano State Ministry of Health in partnership with the Gammun Centre for Care and Development Nigeria, in appreciation of their contributions to advancing awareness and reporting on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Kano State. The statement was…
Kano Ministry Of Health in Partnership with Gammun Center Honours Professionals, Media Contributors for Advancing NCD Services By Musa Mamman The Kano State Ministry of Health with support from Gammun Centre for Care and Development Nigeria,through its Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) unit, has organized an award ceremony to recognize outstanding professionals and contributors supporting the development of Macadamia services across the state, The event brought together health officials, professional bodies, development partners, and media representatives to celebrate individuals and organizations that have contributed to strengthening NCD prevention, treatment, and public awareness in Kano State. Awards of excellence were presented by the…
Kano CSOs Hail Gov. Abba Kabir Yusuf Over Historic Hajj Seat Allocation By Aishat J.Ahmad Civil society organizations in Kano State have expressed strong appreciation to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for awarding a Hajj seat chair to the civil society community, describing the gesture as historic and inclusive. The commendation came through a statement by Comrade Sunusu Hashim, who said the decision marks the first time a Kano State governor has officially recognized civil society organizations with such a Hajj opportunity for pilgrimage to Makkah. 2025: Kano Assembly Records Major Legislative Milestones, Passes 15 Bills Organization United Muslim Leaders, Health…
2025: Kano Assembly Records Major Legislative Milestones, Passes 15 Bills The Kano State House of Assembly has described the year 2025 as a watershed period marked by consistent and quality legislation to strengthen governance and improve service delivery across the state. The Assembly said its performance reflects renewed legislative commitment under the leadership of Speaker Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore. The summary of activities was contained in a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the House, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai. The 10th Assembly, comprising 40 lawmakers representing constituencies across Kano, remained active throughout the year with regular sittings and…
Organization United Muslim Leaders, Health Experts in Kano to Tackle Maternal Mortality By Aishat Ahmad Religious leaders, health experts and development partners have called for stronger faith-based and community-driven action to reduce preventable maternal deaths in Kano State, as the Every Pregnancy Project engaged Muslim scholars and key stakeholders in a strategic dialogue on maternal and newborn health. The engagement brought together ulama from Izala, Tijjaniyya and Qadiriyya sects, representatives of the Gates Foundation, FCDO Lafiya Programme, CCSI III BF BUK, health professionals and media practitioners to discuss practical solutions and collaborative approaches to protecting mothers and babies. Chief Executive…
Every Pregnancy, ACEPHAP Organise Faith-Based Dialogue to End Maternal Mortality in Kano Aishat J.Ahmad Kano The Every Pregnancy Project, in partnership with the Africa Centre for Excellence in Population Health and Policy (ACEPHAP), has organised a faith-based stakeholder engagement aimed at strengthening collaboration between religious leaders, health experts and development partners to reduce preventable maternal deaths in Nigeria, starting with Kano State. Speaking during the engagement, Chief Executive Officer of the Every Pregnancy Project, Isra Chaker, described the initiative as a global, partner-driven coalition focused on ending preventable maternal and newborn deaths and improving long-term outcomes for families. INEC Begins…