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Kano government satisfies with Polio Immunization in Garko, Nassarawa LGs
Mukhtar Yahya Usman
The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, has expressed glad over the conduct of immunization against poliomyelitis in Garko and Nassarawa local government areas.
KANO FOCUS reports that this was contained in a statement issued by Ibrahim Abdullahi ministry’s spokesperson on Sunday.
Dr. Labaran made the assertion while giving his general overview on the exercise shortly after supervising the exercise in the local governments.
It could be recalled that, the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam has on Saturday officially flagged off this year’s polio vaccination exercise in Gabasawa local government.
The Commissioner said he is satisfied with the turnout of people to the vaccination centres for immunizing their children so as to avoid resurfacing of the dreaded disease in the state.
He enthusiastically stated that, from what he observes he is optimistic that the exercise will cover all the children targeted to be immunized before the deadline of the exercise.
He then enjoined people to keep taking their children to immunization centres in order to bring the resurgence of the disease to its knees.
He urged them to be patient while following long queues till all the deserving children are immunized.
Dr. Labaran also enjoined supervisors to intensify efforts in supervising the exercise in all local governments of the state so that the aim of the exercise becomes achievable, commending the staff for an excellent job.
The Commissioner stressed the need for the full involvement of the local government chairmen, traditional rulers, and other stakeholders towards the success of the exercise.
The Logistics Immunization Officer (LIO) of Gabasawa local government, Garba Sulaiman Rimi, stated that the target population for 2023 fIPV+nOPV campaign in the local government area is 48,734.
He said they have been supplied with 57,600 of nOPV and 49,950 fIPV doses of vaccines, adding that they also received 48,800 pieces of noodles that tallies with the target population expected to be immunized in the local government.
The LIO explained that as of yesterday, they were able to immunize 10,154 children with fIPV and 10,897 children with nOPV vaccines representing 21% and 22% respectively, assuring the Commissioner of their total commitment to the success of the exercise.
In Nassarawa local government, Dr. Labaran reminded people about the importance of immunizations among children, saying that people should accord all the necessary cooperation for the wellbeing of their children.
The Commissioner solicited cooperation of the people by making sure their children are fully immunized as the state government is doing its best to contain the spread of diphtheria in place as a result of the lack of immunization in the past.
As it is in his tradition, the commissioner seized the opportunity to supervise Garko Primary Healthcare and Yargaya Isolation Centre on his way back to Kano.
He supervised all the relevant sections of the facilities to ensure they are functioned optimally, charging the staff to be dedicated to duties at all times so as to complement efforts of His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf in reviving the healthcare system of the state from its lost glory.
DG Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency Ghali Sule, ES Private Health Institutions Management Agency Prof. Salisu Ibrahim Ahmad, Directors from the Ministry of Health, etc form the supervision team of the Honourable Commissioner.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Former Vice President, Architect Muhammad Namadi Sambo, has commended the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his bold decision to declare a state of emergency on education in the state.
KANO FOCUS reports that Sambo, who paid a condolence visit to Governor Yusuf over the death of renowned business mogul and elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, expressed admiration for the administration’s commitment to infrastructural renewal.
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Monday.
“As an architect, I am particularly passionate about the ongoing rehabilitation and beautification of the Kano Government House,” Sambo noted.
“I was very happy and have been looking forward to the opportunity to commend you in person.”
He described the Governor’s efforts as “giant strides,” adding that the infrastructural transformation under the Yusuf-led administration is evident across Kano.
“Mr. Governor, you are doing well,” the former Vice President added. “I have been following the news, and on my arrival to Kano, I personally noticed the impressive infrastructural developments everywhere. You have effectively turned the Government House into a construction site.”
Governor Yusuf thanked the former Vice President for his visit and words of encouragement, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to restoring Kano’s glory through purposeful governance and people-oriented projects.
His Excellency Namadi Sambo was in cimpany of Chairman Unity Bank, former Director General of NEMA Muhammad Sani Sidi and a host of others.
In another development, Sen. Abubakar Sani Bello led another powerful delegation to condole with the Governor and the good people of Kano over the death of late Alhaji Amunu Dantata.
The former Governor of Niger state was accompanied by Sen. Bashir Garba Lado, Sen. Muhammad Ibn Na’Allah, Alhaji Muhammad Sani Abacha among others.
The Adolescent Girls Initiative For Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project has organized a sensitization workshop for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) clubs in 50 secondary schools across Kano State.
KANO FOCUS reports that that ten students, who were selected from each participating school, received the training on understanding GBV, preventive measures, and appropriate actions to take when faced with such situations.
Speaking at the closing of the training on Friday, Bashir Kabir Rabi’u, the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) officer of the AGILE Project in Kano State, said the workshop was aimed at raising awareness among female students on how to recognize and avoid GBV, as well as how to respond effectively if it occurs.
“This workshop brought together 50 school-based clubs established to fight GBV.
“We trained 10 students from each school to equip them with knowledge about gender-based violence,” he stated.
Rabi’u noted that the awareness campaign is part of efforts to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment for students.
He explained that the AGILE Project, which is supported by the World Bank in collaboration with the Kano State Ministry of Education, facilitated the program.
In her remarks, the Principal of Kukar Bulikiya Girls Secondary School, Hannatu Ado Gwaram, commended the AGILE program for organizing the training.
She pledged that the school would continue sensitizing students on ways to avoid becoming victims of GBV.
KANO FOCUS reports that the event also featured drama presentations and educative plays aimed at driving home the message of gender-based violence prevention.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Partnership For Learning For All in Nigeria (PLANE) in collaboration with Kano state government has commenced a 5-day workshop to develop a 2026-2028 Medium-Term Sector Strategy (MTSS) aimed at enhancing quality education.
KANO FOCUS reports that the workshop brings together stakeholders from the Ministry of Education, Budget and Planning, Finance, Development Partners, and Civil Society Organisations.
Speaking at the occasion, Commissioner of Education Dr Ali Haruna Makoda said Kano State Government has allocated 31.5% of its 2025 budget to boost quality education in the state.
According to him the budgetary allocation is part of a strategic plan to achieve quality education through due process and implementation.
Dr. Makoda emphasised the importance of strategic planning and implementation in achieving better results in the education sector.
He urged participants to implement what they would learn for the betterment of the state education sector.
Participants at the occasion
The Technical Adviser to the Governor on Education Reforms, Haladu Mohammed, explained that the workshop would create a solid foundation for a 3-year education plan to meet the yearnings and aspirations of the people in the state.
This initiative demonstrates the Kano State Government’s commitment to improving the education sector, aligning with its recent efforts to enhance education quality.
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