Bauchi State Government,AHBN Collaborate to Boost Immunisation Access The Bauchi State Government has pledged to improve access to immunisation through gender inclusion, community dialogue, and broader stakeholder engagement. This commitment was made by Hajiya Zuwairah Baba, Head of the Gender Unit at the State Ministry of Health during an advocacy visit by the Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) and its partners to the Bauchi State Ministry of Health. The visit was led by Dr Hassan Musa, Bauchi State Focal Person for AHBN, accompanied by members of the Community of Practice (CoP) and the Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH). Baba assured…
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MNCNH Champions Empowered to Reduce Maternal moterlity in Kano State . Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Nutrition Health (MNCNH) Champions has officially begun a critical training program in Kano State, Nigeria. aims to equip selected champions with essential advocacy and communication skills to significantly reduce maternal deaths caused by Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH). Making it known to the media by Nafisa Murtala Ahmad Co-chair Knowledge Management Committee KanSLAM on Tuesday 8 July 2025 The training program is designed to empower MNCNH Champions to advocate for and support the Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board (SPHCMB) and the Free MNCH Drugs…
US to Send Trade Letters to 12 Nations, Deadline Delayed The White House has announced plans to send trade letters to approximately 12 countries as part of its ongoing efforts to reform international trade policies. According to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, these letters will be posted on Truth Social. I a significant development, President Trump is set to sign an executive order delaying the July 9th deadline to August 1st. This move is expected to impact trade relations between the US and other countries. The Trump administration has been vocal about its stance on tariffs, describing them…
CCSI Visits KSCHMA to Strengthen Informal Sector Health Budget and Launch Sensitization Campaign The Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI) has paid a strategic courtesy visit to the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) to improve budgetary support for the informal sector and launch a targeted community sensitization campaign aimed at increasing enrollment in the state health contributory scheme. The meeting, led by Oluyemi Abodunrin, National Team Lead of CCSI, and facilitated by Atiku Muhammad Yola, CCSI State Team Lead for Kano, discussed sustainable financing mechanisms, grassroots communication strategies, and the importance of inclusivity in achieving…
8 Killed, many injured in Lagos-Badagry expressway auto crash By Eugene Agha, Lagos A tragic road accident on the Mile 2-Badagry Expressway, Lagos, has claimed the lives of eight persons and left many others injured. The accident, which occurred at Atura Bus Stop, inward Badagry, in the early hours of Sunday, involved a 16-passenger seater Mazda commercial bus, registration number KJA 811 YF, and a DAF truck, marked T1 4636 LA. About eight other passengers onboard the ill-fated bus sustained varying degrees of trauma. According to witnesses, the crash was suspected to have been caused by reckless driving on the…
“Even if you appoint your son as INEC Chairman, you’ll be defeated in 2027”Dalung By Seun Adeuyi A former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Solomon Dalung, says the 2027 general elections will be a battle between Nigerians and President Bola Tinubu’s government. In an appearance on News Central, Dalung said President Tinubu will not be re-elected during the next elections, even if he appoints his son, Seyi, as the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He criticised the current administration, accusing it of worsening the living conditions of Nigerians. The former minister argued that the only way…
Open Letter to Comrade Kabir Dakata on His Appointment as Director General, Kano State Advert & Signage Agency . By Musa Abdullahi Sufi, Kano, Nigeria Dear Comrade Kabir Said Dakata, I write to publicly extend my heartfelt congratulations on your recent appointment by His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, as the Director General of the newly established Kano State Advert & Signage Agency . Your emergence into this crucial role is not only a personal milestone but also a strategic step for Kano State’s urban development. Your proven commitment to good governance, civic engagement, and social accountability makes you a…
Reactivation of Community Policing Groups Aimed at Enhancing Security in Kano LGA Level The Chairman of Gwarzo Local Government, Dr. Mani Tsoho, reactivate Community Policing groups to work closely with other security agencies in the area. Making it known while introducing the Community Policing group to security agencies in a meeting held at the Gwarzo Islamic Center. Dr. Mani Tsoho called for unity in advancing security matters in Gwarzo Local Government and urged other community groups to continue providing their support at all times to enhance security in the area. In his remarks the Chairman of…
YOSPIS Urges KNSG to Declare State of Emergency on Phone Snatching By Ayeeshat J Ahmad Kano The Youth Society for the Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Social Vices (YOSPIS) has called on the Kano State Government to declare a state of emergency on phone snatching and thuggery in the state. Making it known to the media In a press conference held today July 4, 2025, at the AHBN Conference Hall. YOSPIS Executive Director, Zainab Nasir Ahmad, highlighted the alarming rate of street crimes, particularly phone snatching and acts of thuggery, and called for urgent action to address the…
Vaccine Network for Disease Control Empowers Advocacy Working Group on Domestic Resource Mobilization By Ayeeshat J. Ahmad Kano The Vaccine Network for Disease Control, supported by Gavi, organized a 2-day capacity-building workshop on Domestic Resource Mobilization for Immunization and Primary Health Care strengthening. The objectives of the workshop Is to Advocate for Domestic Resources Mobilization for Immunization and PHC strengthening in Kano State. In her statement Chyka Nwanko program officer of the Vaccine Network for Disease Control highlighted the pressing need for domestic resource mobilization, citing the departure of major funders like USAID and Gavi’s planned exit. “Looking at what’s…