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AGILE Project: Kano Governor flags-off distribution of ATM Cards for conditional cash transfer to 45 850 girls
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Kano state Governor, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf has flagged-Off the distribution of ATM cards for conditional cash transfer totalling 917 million naira to 45850 girls under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE).
KANO FOCUS reports that the distribution was held at the Government Girls Secondary School Janguza in Tofa local government area on Friday.
According to the Governor, the beneficiaries were drawn from 19 local governments of the state that are educationally less developed and the project includes the provision of stipends, rehabilitation and construction of classrooms for effective teaching and learning.
The Governor reiterated the commitment of his administration towards improving the education sector saying, “as promised during the campaigns, we will ensure the implementation of free education with the provision of what is needed to ensure its workability so as for the school-age children to be educated,” the Governor reiterated.
On the illegal collection of fees by schools’ administrators, the Governor warned, ” I want to use to use this opportunity to sternly warn schools administrators to stop illegal levies collection as education is free in the state.
The state government will not fold it’s arms to watch the continuation of the ugly trend and all concerned parties must take note and comply.” The Governor warned.
Earlier, the AGILE project coordinator in Kano state, Malam Nasiru Abdullahi Kwalli said the program is a tripartite project between the Federal government, Kano state government and the World bank aimed at creating new safe learning spaces and improving existing infrastructure in secondary schools.
A statement issued by the acting Chief Press Secretary to the governor Hisham habib on Friaday qouted Kwalli saying that “the project was meant to foster an enabling environment for girls and projects and system strengthening.”
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Director General of the Telecommunications Regulatory Board (ART) of the Republic of Cameroon, Philemon Zoo Zame, on Wednesday visited the headquarters of the [Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in Abuja for a benchmarking exercise aimed at strengthening regulatory collaboration and knowledge sharing between both countries.
KANO FOCUS reports that during the visit, the Cameroonian telecom regulator met with the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NCC, Aminu Maida.
A statement issued by Ayiabari A. Kigbara, Manager, Media Relations, Public Affairs Department of the NCC, said the engagement focused on exchanging ideas and best practices in telecommunications regulation, with emphasis on enhancing efficiency and development within the sector.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has announced that its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, reaffirming its commitment to stability in Nigeria’s domestic energy market.
In a statement issued by Esan Sunday, Head of Media Relations, Branding and Communication, the company said sustaining the current price reflects its efforts to cushion the broader economy against external shocks. It noted that by absorbing prevailing cost pressures, the refinery is helping to moderate inflationary risks, promote energy affordability, and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply amid ongoing global uncertainties.
The company reiterated its dedication to the steady supply of high-quality petroleum products to the Nigerian market, while aligning with national objectives of price stability and energy security.
It also urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the refinery for accurate and up-to-date information regarding its operations and pricing.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo on his emergence as the Deputy Governor of Kano State following his swearing-in on Tuesday.
KANO FOCUS reports that Garo was sworn in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf after being nominated to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Garo’s appointment as a positive step toward strengthening unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
The President noted that the 48-year-old politician has held several public offices, including Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during the administration of former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. He also served as the APC governorship running mate in the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu commended Governor Yusuf for the appointment, urging political stakeholders in the state to rally behind the administration to ensure stability and progress.
He also called on the new deputy governor to work closely with the governor in delivering effective leadership and accelerating development in Kano State.
The President wished Garo success in his new role.
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