World Diabetes Day:Kano State Ministry of health Expands Diabetes Care, Calls for Public Vigilance . The Kano State Ministry of health has announced a significant expansion of diabetes screening and care services across its 310 primary health centres , as part of a comprehensive strategy to combat the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCD). The Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, made the announcement today during a press briefing at the Emergency Operation Centre (EOC), Muhammadu Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital k, to commemorate World Diabetes Day 2025. World Diabetes day Under the theme “Diabetes Across Life Stages”,…
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Collaborative Workshop Aims to Develop a Robust Multi-Hazard Risk Communication Plan The Kano State Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC), with support from the FCDO Lafiya programme, has inaugurated a crucial three-day workshop to develop a comprehensive Multi-Hazard Risk Communication Plan for the State aims to enhance the state’s capacity for effective communication and coordinated response during public health emergencies. In his opening.remark , the Director General of KNCDC, Prof. Muhammad Adamu Abbas, underscored the critical role of accurate and timely information in safeguarding public health. He emphasized the urgent need to combat misinformation and disinformation, which can undermine emergency response…
Northern Therapists’ Conference in Kano Tackles Divorce, Promotes Marital Stability for the Sake of Allah By Ayeeshat J.Ahmad and Michael David The Northern Therapists forum successfully held its 5th Annual Marriage Conference over the weekend ,aimed at strengthening the fabric of the family,the event, which attracted thousands, was designed to address the growing concern of rampant divorce and broken homes by sensitizing couples, singles, and widows on the principles of Islamic marriage. The conference, with the core objective of eradicating the “menace” of marital breakdown, brought together a diverse group of participants, including ulama, business entrepreneurs, and high-ranking officials, all…
Kano Governor Orders Takaful Sensitization After Singer Market Fire In response to a devastating fire that broke out at the popular Singer Market in the early hours of Monday, Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commiserated with affected traders and ordered a statewide sensitization campaign on Islamic Insurance. The Governor, who was out of town at the time of the incident, was represented by the Commissioner for Commerce and Investment, Industry and Cooperative, Gwani Shehu Wada Sagagi, during a visit to assess the damage. Commissioner Sagagi conveyed the Governor’s sympathy and assurances of government support to alleviate…
Nigeria’s Future in E-Mobility Looks Bright with NOUN’s New Program By Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna The Vice Chancellor, of National Open University of Nigeria NOUN, Professor Olufemi Peters has launched a virtual ceremony for the Course 2 of the certificate program in Electric Vehicle and Auto Diagnostics, in partnership with Auto Clinic Center. He said the program will address unemployment and enhance Nigeria’s economy through public-private partnerships, particularly in the emerging field of electric vehicles. Represented by Deputy Vice Chancellor, Technology Innovation and Research, Professor. Christine Ofulue, he commended the innovative efforts of the Center and expressed gratitude to the…
AMG Foundation Support Kano Healthcare with Emergency Donation and 9 PHC Support Initiative The Aminu Magashi Garba Foundation has announced a dual intervention, comprising an immediate donation of emergency medical supplies and a expansive new initiative to support nine Primary Healthcare Centers across the state. The AMG intervention in collaboration with the Kano State Healthcare Forum and partners, donate essential drugs and medical consumables worth N200,000 to the Accident and Emergency Department of the Muhammad Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital . According to a statement signed by the AMG Foundation’s Director of Operations, Mr. Jalo Sulaiman, Said the donation was presented…
African Women Summit UK Launch Award and Gala Dinner: A Resounding Success The African Women’s Summit (AWS) UK marked a significant milestone with its inaugural launch event on October 26, 2025. The award and gala dinner, held in JK Banquets London, was an evening filled with inspiration, recognition, and celebration of the impactful contributions made by women across various sectors. The event was graced by notable figures, including AWS founder Kalada Belema Meshack-Hart, UK President Mariama Seray Cole, Global President Tuma Adama Gento-Kamara, and a host of esteemed dignitaries. The highlight of the evening was the keynote address delivered by…
WAVA Convenes Kano State Policy Dialogue, Charts Roadmap for Sustainable HPV Vaccine and Immunization Delivery Women Advocates for Vaccine Access (WAVA) convened a high-level policy dialogue in Kano State, focusing on creating a sustainable roadmap for the delivery of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine and strengthening routine immunization systems. The dialogue centered on building resilient systems to ensure all girls and women in Kano State, regardless of location or socioeconomic status, have equitable access to life-saving vaccines. In his opening remarks, the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, underscored the state government’s full support. He highlighted Kano’s proven…
KNSG in collaboration with Resolve to Save Lives organized Multi Sectoral Plan to Combat Lead Poisoning in the state Kano State Government, in collaboration with Resolve to Save Lives (RTSL), has concluded a high-level co-creation workshop to develop a comprehensive, multi-sectoral plan to prevent and control lead poisoning. The initiative, aims to tackle the pervasive sources of lead contamination which include paints, cosmetics, consumer products, and even water sources, posing severe health risks to the population, especially children and pregnant women. In his remarks, the Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, emphasized the urgency of the…
KNSG, UNICEF and Partners Commit to End Polio at World Polio Day Commemoration Kano State Government and its health partners have reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to polio eradications.following the sobering discovery of four new variants of the virus in the state. The pledge was made at a Town Hall meeting on Wednesday to commemorate World Polio Day, where officials highlighted both the progress made and the persistent challenges in the final push against the disease. Director General of Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board ,Professor Salisu Ahmad represented by the Director of Disease Control, acknowledged the state’s difficult history…