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Mass wedding: KSACA secures slot for people living with HIV/AIDS
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Agency for the Control of AIDS, has secured a special slot for People Living with HIV/AIDS in the upcoming mass wedding for 1,800 slated for the state very soon.
kANO FOCUS reports that the Director General of the Agency Dr Usman Bashir revealed this in a statement issued to journalists by his spokesperson of Aminu Bello.
It will be recalled that the administration of the state government headed by Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has earmarked over N800 million for mass weddings to procure furniture, food items, and clothing materials for 1,800 intending couples under its mass wedding scheme.
According to him, the KSACA in collaboration with the HISBA Board, will conduct the screening for the prospective couple before the uptake of the planned mass wedding.
Dr Bashir observed that even though HIV/AIDS prevalence is on a downward spiral in the state as it currently stands at 0.6% (NAIIS Survey 2018), Kano has almost 40,000 clients on medication, while efforts are being made to screen the outstanding 80,000 people living with the disease based on the current population projection, who will be enrolled on free medication as soon as they are diagnosed.
He said HIV/AIDS is gradually becoming more common like all other ailments due to the procurement of free drugs by the government and other supporting partners.
Research has shown that marriage between a client living with HIV and a client on medication usually results in the birth of a healthy baby free from HIV/AIDS using the Prevention of Mother-to-child transmission Technique (PMTCT).
Dr Bashir said recently that the government of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has released funds to the Agency to procure 3rd Line drugs (Salvage Line) used by people living with HIV/AIDS in the State, which are usually provided by the Federal Government but are currently unavailable nationwide, and this will ensure sustainable provision for the Clients in the State.
He then called on people to know their HIV/AIDS status, as medication is available and free across the state and the virus is no longer deadly if treated early enough and properly managed.
He commended Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf for supporting the process of improving Health services and indices in the State.
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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