Speaker Abbas Pledges National Assembly’s Full Support for North West Development Commission

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, has assured the North West Development Commission (NWDC) of the unwavering support of the National Assembly to ensure its success in addressing the region’s pressing challenges.

Speaking during a courtesy visit by the NWDC board to his office on Wednesday, Speaker Abbas described the meeting as historic, marking the first official engagement between the House leadership and the newly established commission. He emphasized the urgency of the commission’s mandate, given the multiple socio-economic issues affecting the North West.

“Never in the history of Nigeria and the North West have we faced such dire circumstances—insurgency, banditry, unemployment, drug-related issues, and many more. The statistics show that this region is the worst hit,” he noted.

The Speaker called on the pioneer board members to lay a solid foundation for the commission, ensuring that it effectively addresses the developmental needs of the region. “What you do today will determine the future of the agency. It must truly be interventionist in nature, identifying and addressing critical gaps,” he added.

He reaffirmed the commitment of the House and the entire National Assembly to the success of the NWDC, stating, “This commission is our creation. We will do everything within our power to ensure it thrives.”

In response, the Chairman of the NWDC board, Alhaji Lawal Samaila Yakawada, expressed gratitude to the Speaker for his instrumental role in the commission’s establishment. He assured that the board is fully committed to fulfilling its mandate with transparency and accountability.

“We will not disappoint you. We will work diligently to meet the expectations that led to the creation of this commission,” Yakawada stated, adding that the board would seek regular engagements with the National Assembly for guidance and collaboration.

The NWDC delegation, led by Managing Director Prof. Shehu Abdullahi Ma'aji

FG Commends Governor Yusuf for Signing Kano Centre for Disease Control Law

The Federal Government has applauded Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, for signing into law the establishment of the Kano Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, a move aimed at strengthening the state’s capacity to combat infectious and tropical diseases.

The commendation came from the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Ali Muhammad Pate, who led a high-powered delegation from the ministry, the Gates Foundation, and the Aliko Dangote Foundation on a courtesy visit to the Kano State Government House on Wednesday.

A statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, highlighted that Professor Pate’s commendation came less than 24 hours after the governor assented to the bill, expressing confidence that the new law would enhance disease surveillance, prevention, and control mechanisms in the state.

Speaking during the visit, Professor Pate revealed that the delegation was in Kano to assess the recent resurgence of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus (cVDPV) in the state, calling for an urgent, coordinated response to curb its spread.

He also raised concerns over Kano’s alarming maternal and newborn mortality rate, which stands at 639 deaths per 100,000 live births—well above the national average. According to the minister, reducing these deaths in Kano would significantly improve Nigeria’s overall health indicators.

To bolster healthcare delivery, Professor Pate announced plans for Federal Government intervention, including the establishment of three maternal care centers and the expansion of primary healthcare services under a special intervention initiative.

In his remark Governor Yusuf, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Faruq Umar Ibrahim, reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to eradicating poliovirus and improving public health in Kano. 

He pledged to sustain collaborations with the Gates and Dangote Foundations, recognizing their longstanding commitment to healthcare development in the state.

He noted that while his administration has made significant strides in the health sector, critical challenges remain, particularly in routine immunization, maternal health, and supply chain management. 

In response, Governor Yusuf vowed to intensify immunization efforts, enhance the capacity of healthcare workers, and ensure the availability of essential vaccines.

Furthermore, he disclosed that his government had reinstated counterpart funding for routine immunization, addressing gaps inherited from the previous administration and reaffirming its commitment to strengthening primary healthcare services.

On his part Dr. Chris Elias, President of Global Development at the Gates Foundation, recalled that the organization had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kano State Government in 2012 to eradicate polio and strengthen routine immunization. 

However, with the resurgence of cVDPV, he emphasized the need for renewed efforts to eliminate the disease once and for all.

Similarly, Dr. Ahmad Iyan, a representative of the Aliko Dangote Foundation, conveyed Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s deep concern over the poliovirus resurgence in Kano. 

He stressed that the business magnate remains committed to ensuring Nigeria is completely free from polio.

Dr. Iyan acknowledged the frustration of returning to the fight against poliovirus a decade after the last recorded case of wild poliovirus in Kano but urged all stakeholders to intensify efforts in tackling the root causes of the outbreak.

With strong commitments from both the state and federal governments, alongside continued support from international partners, Kano is set to reinforce its healthcare system and combat emerging health threats. 

As stakeholders gear up for a renewed fight against poliovirus and other public health challenges, the establishment of the Kano Centre for Disease Control marks a critical step toward safeguarding the health and well-being of millions of residents.

An samu cimma matsaya tsakanin Kungiyar Masu Gidajen Burodi da Hukumar Karbar Korafe-Korafe

Gwamnatin Jihar Kano da Kungiyar masu hada Burodi ta jihar Kano sun cimma matsaya akan farashin Burodi a jihar.

Wannan na zuwa ne bayan da farashin buhun Fulawa ya sauka a Najeriya zuwa naira dubu 60 daga sama da naira dubu 80,saidai ba’a ga saukin farashin Burodi a jihar Kano da sauran jihohin Najeriya ba.

Amma a madadin gwamnatin Kano, hukumar karbar korafe korafe da yaki da cin hanci da rashawa ta kano tayi wani zama na musamman da Kungiyar masu Burodi domin cimma matsaya akan rage Burodin.

A cikin sanarwar da ta fitar a karshen taronta da kungiyar masu yin burodi a ranar Laraba, hukumar ta karbar korafe korafe ta bayyana cewa, duk da faduwar farashin buhun Fulawa amma farashin Burodi bai sauya ba.

A cikin sanarwar mai dauke da sa hannun hadin gwiwa da shugaban hukumar yaki da cin hanci da rashawa, ta Kano Barista Muhuyi Magaji Rimin-Gado da kuma shugaban kungiyar masu yin burodin Alhaji Jibrin Hamza da sakataren Kungiyar, sun amince cewa ba zasu rage farashin Burodin ba , maimakon haka saidai su kara girmansa da ingancinsa.

A cikin sanarwar, masu yin burodin sun bayyana cewa, baya ga fulawa, akwai wasu muhimman abubuwan da ake bukata wajen yin Burodin wanda farashinsu bai ragu ba,sai Fulawa kadai don haka ba’a bukatar rage farashin Burodin saboda Fulawa kadai.

Dukannin bangarorin biyu sun amince da matsayar da aka samu.

TST Hausa ta rawaito cewa daga yanzu zuwa kowanne lokaci za’a ga sauyi a Burodin da jama’ar Kano suke saya ta bangaren girma da dandano kamar yadda Kungiyar masu Burodin ta tabbatar.