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With Support from New Incentives, Kano State Awards LGs for Outstanding Service Delivery in Immunization
By Mukhtar Yahya Usman
The Kano state government with the sport of a non govermental organization New Incentives has bestowed prestigious awards to upon five local government in Kano for their remarkable dedication to ensuring infants receive essential vaccinations.
Speaking at the ceremony in Kano, the operation coordinator of the organization, Mubarak Bawa, articulated that the purpose of the event was to acknowledge and celebrate the outstanding efforts of all 44 Local Government Areas in the State towards enhancing healthcare and fostering community development.
Mr. Bawa elucidated that the mission of New Incentives is to save lives in a manner that maximizes impact per unit of currency. Since 2017, they have actively collaborated with state governments and LGAs to offer financial incentives aimed at boosting childhood immunization rates in Northern Nigeria.
He said this evidence-based initiative now spans across 9 states, encompassing over 48,000 settlements and benefiting more than 3 million infants.
Mr Bawa added that In Kano, New Incentives operates in over 90% of government-owned hospitals providing routine immunization across all 44 LGAs.
They engage in outreach programs, campaigns, and conduct awareness activities in regions where immunization uptake is low.
He said the All Babies program in Kano has enrolled over 520,000 infants, disbursing over 1.4 billion Naira and facilitating more than 5 million vaccinations.
On his part the state field manager of New Incentives, Abdulaziz Abdullahi, highlighted that the awards were distributed across five distinct categories based on data from 2023, including Enrollments, Penta Retention Rate, Vaccine Supply, Documentation, and Activities.
He said each awarded LGA received a sum of N150,000.
He explain that the enrollments category were awarded to the LGA with the highest number of infants enrolled, while Penta Retention Rate recognized the LGA with the highest percentage of infants returning for Penta 1, Penta 2, and Penta 3 vaccinations.
Vaccine Supply was granted to the LGA with the lowest number of vaccine stockouts, as determined through NI-ABAE documentation.
He said the documentation category was awarded to the LGA with the lowest percentage of identified issues, and Activities were given to the LGA with the highest number of community mobilization and outreach efforts.
In her remarks, the organization’s field manager, Sakina Hashim, expressed profound gratitude to the Director General of the State Primary Health Care Board for his visionary leadership that has propelled progress and ensured the success of these life-saving endeavors.
She also extended heartfelt appreciation to various stakeholders for their invaluable support, including the Director of Disease Control of the State Primary Health Care Agency, PM SERICC, RIOs, Zonal Directors, HODs of all 44 LGAs, SCCO, LCCO, SIOs, andIOs.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Vice Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, has announced the reintroduction of remedial programme which was suspended over a decade ago.
KANO FOCUS reports that the Vice Chancellor announced the plan at the 59th Congregation meeting of the university on Saturday.
The Vice Chancellor highlighted the key factors that prompted the reintroduction including the decline in enrolment in Basic Science programmes.
He said the University has observed a noticeable decrease in student enrolments in these areas, and the remedial programme is expected to address this challenge by preparing students for science-based courses.
The Vice Chancellor pointed out that many prospective students from the University’s catchment area struggle to meet entry requirements for science programmes.
The remedial programme will provide these candidates with the necessary academic support to address their deficiencies, thereby increasing their chances of gaining admission into the University.
“We appreciate your support as we work towards reinstating this vital programme, which promises to enhance the academic prospects of our students and contribute to the overall development of Bayero University, Kano,” the Vice Chancellor stated.
KANO FOCUS reports that the reintroduction of the remedial programme is seen as a strategic move to bolster academic performance and widen access to higher education for students within the University’s catchment area.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Tsakuwa Mufarka Development Association appealed to Kano state government to construct a library and renovate the science laboratory at Tsakuwa Senior Secondary School.
KANO FOCUS reports that the secretary of the association, Comrade Abdulrashid Salisu Babah made the request during 2025 budget public hearing held on Thursday.
State Assembly
According to the secretary of the association, Taskuwa Mufarka is calling on Kano state government to construct a road from Tsakuwa to Lahira, Tsakuwa to Sabon Garin Dalladi to Mazabar Gano, Tsakuwa to Mazabar Yargaya, as well as installation of two transformers.
“We are also appealing for the provision of solar-powered lights and sick bay at Tsangaya Islamiyya Boarding Primary School among others.
Kano State House of Assembly
“We pray that Allah will assist this government to make it beneficial to the community,” the association appealed.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Kano Pilllars will be without the services of eight key players as they prepare to face Shooting Stars Sporting Club (3SC) in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 17 clash.
KANO FOCUS reports that the encounter is scheduled for Saturday evening, December 14, 2024, at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan.
Technical Adviser Usman Shariff Abdallah has expressed concern over the absentees but remains hopeful for a strong performance.
In their previous match against Katsina United, the Sai Masu Gida missed seven first-team players, including Super Eagles Captain Ahmed Musa, Shehu Abdullahi, Zulkifilu Muhammed, and Sudais Ali Baba, all sidelined by injuries.
Meanwhile, club legend Rabiu Ali, Nelson Abiam and Aminu Adam Sani were on national duty with the Super Eagles home-based squad preparing for the CHAN24 playoff against Ghana.
Adding to their woes, dependable center-back Habibu Yakubu will also miss Saturday’s game due to the accumulation of five yellow cards, further depleting the squad.
This situation has left Abdallah relying on younger players, with 75% of the traveling squad comprising players promoted from the club’s youth system.
The four-times Nigerian champions are currently sits 8th on the NPFL table with 22 points from 15 matches and a game in hand.
They will aim to build on their narrow 1-0 victory over Katsina United last weekend, hoping to climb further up the standings. The match is set to kick off at 5:30 PM on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the Lekan Salami Stadium.
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