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KanSLAM pays advocacy visit to Kano Private Health Institutions Agency
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State-Led Accountability Mechanism KanSLAM has paid an advocacy visit to the Kano state private health institutions management agency PHIMA.
KANO FOCUS reports that the team was led by the co-chair KanSLAM Pharmacist Maimuna Yakubu.
According to her, they were at the agency to interact with the Director general and introduce the coalition.
She explained that, KanSLAM is an independent coalition of civil society organizations CSOs, media and academia working across different areas of Human Capital development in Kano state.
She pointed out that, members include government representatives from relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to facilitate and support linkages with other key government structures to ensure harmony and better coordination as well as serving as a strong and unified coalition of voices in support of community involvement.
She added that “KanSLAM is an independent coalition that sources for funding without government intervention.”
The chairperson of Knowledge Management and Communication committee Hajiya Nafisa Murtala pointed out that, KanSLAM has recorded tremendous achievements in the last four years.
She said the coalition advocated for a budget line on family planning as well as increased funding for women and children.
“As an accountability forum we need the support to come to PHIMA as advocates whenever the need arise as we support government to give quality services to the people and at the same time ensure that get people get quality services from the government,” she said.
Responding the director general Kano state private health institutions management agency PHIMA Professor Salisu Ahmed Muhammad described the visit as apt.
He emphasized the need for proper documentation and annual scorecards for the health MDAs in Kano to ensure good governance and accountability.
He said “Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is passionate about improving the health of his people. Our government operates an open door policy, we welcome every idea that will improve effective service delivery.“
KANO FOCUS reports that the advocacy visit supported by pathfinder International witnessed large turn out of KanSLAM members.
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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