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Doctors hold solidarity walk in Kano, demand release of abducted colleague
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Association of Resident Doctors National Orthopaedic Hospital Dala-Kano demanded the release of their colleague, Ganiyat Popoola, who was abducted late December last year in Kaduna State.
KANO FOCUS reports that the president of the association Dr. Aliyu Nura Muhammad made the call during a peaceful protest around the hospital on Monday.
Protesting Doctors at National Orthopedic Hospital, Dala.
The ARD members led by by their President, Dr. Aliyu Nura Muhammad walked around the hospital while chanting for the unconditional and safe return of Dr Popoola and her nephew over seven months after their abduction.
Protesting Doctors at National Orthopedic Hospital, Dala.
Dr Muhammad who described Dr. Ganiyat Popoola as a pationate and dedicated resident doctor at the National Eye Centre, Kaduna said she dedicated her life to the service of humanity despite the challenges facing the Nigerian Health Sector.
According to him the abducted doctor is a mother of five (5), a sister, a colleague, a mentor and role model to many.
Protesting Doctors at National Orthopedic Hospital, Dala.
He recalled that Dr Papoola was abducted late December, 2023 alongside her husband and Nephew. Although her husband was released owing to his deterioting health condition, Dr. Papoola and her Nephew are still being held in inhuman condition.
Dr Muhammad said “We call on all the relevant stakeholders to ensure unconditional and safe return of our dear colleague.
Protesting Doctors at National Orthopedic Hospital, Dala.
“Before now we have made several efforts to secure her released including payment of ransom both in kind and cash without success.
“We say “Enough is enough”. The life of every Nigerian citizen matters….An injury to one is an injury to all.
“We want to emphasize that we may not be able to guarantee industrial harmony if by the 26th of August, 2024 our colleague is still being paid held captive.
Protesting Doctors at National Orthopedic Hospital, Dala.
“Solidarity forver, we shall always fight for our rights.
The doctors, during the protest, carried banners and placards bearing various messages such as “Bring back Dr Ganiyat Popoola’’, “Rescue Dr Ganiyat now”, and ”We demand Dr Ganiyat immediate release and freedom”, among others to drive home their demand.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Kano State Commissioner of Finance and renowned academic, Professor Kabiru Isa Dandago.
KANO FOCUS reports that the governor’s reaction was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Kano.
Governor Yusuf described the late Prof. Dandago as a dedicated public servant and accomplished scholar whose contributions to education and governance left lasting footprints in Kano State.
He noted that the former finance commissioner served the state with integrity and commitment and was widely respected for his professionalism, humility and passion for knowledge.
According to the governor, Kano State has lost a valuable son whose experience and wisdom greatly enriched both public service and the academic community.
Governor Yusuf extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, the academic community and the people of Kano State over what he described as an irreparable loss.
He prayed that Almighty Allah forgives the shortcomings of the late Prof. Dandago, grants him Aljannatul Firdaus and gives his family and loved ones the fortitude to bear the loss.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The National President of the Government Arabic Teachers College Gwale Old Students Association (GATCOSA), Professor Kabiru Isa Dandago, is dead.
KANO FOCUS reports that Prof. Dandago, a renowned Professor of Accountancy at Bayero University Kano, died on Wednesday evening. His passing has thrown the academic community and associates into mourning.
In a message shared on GATCOSA’s WhatsApp platform, a Director at the Kano State Ministry of Higher Education, Alhaji Nura Dandago, announced that the funeral prayer for the late professor would be held on Thursday at 9:00 a.m. at his residence in Rijiyar Zaki Quarters, Kano.
Until his death, Prof. Dandago served as the National President of GATCOSA and was widely respected for his contributions to education and public service. He previously served as Commissioner for Finance in Kano State during the administration of former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
Just last Saturday, the late academic presented a paper on economic challenges in Northern Nigeria at a Ramadan Lecture organised by the Islamic Forum of Nigeria, where he spoke passionately about strategies for economic reform and regional development.
Colleagues and admirers described Prof. Dandago as a dedicated scholar and public servant who was deeply committed to building a prosperous and self-reliant nation. His death marks the end of a distinguished career in academia and public service.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The basketball team of Bayero University Kano (BUK) has emerged champions of the Northwest 3×3 Basketball Championship hosted by Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.
KANO FOCUS reports that the victorious team presented the championship trophy to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Haruna Musa, following their impressive performance at the tournament, which featured six universities from across Northern Nigeria.
BUK went unbeaten throughout the competition, winning all six matches and sealing the title with a thrilling 20–18 victory over the host institution, ABU Zaria, in the final.
In the group stage, BUK recorded a 10–0 win against Northwest University, Kano, and defeated the Air Force Institute of Technology 33–20. The team also edged the Federal University of Education, Kano, 11–9, before securing another dominant 10–0 victory over the Federal University of Transportation, Daura. They capped their remarkable run with the narrow 20–18 triumph in the final.
The victory marks BUK’s second championship title in the history of the competition, reinforcing the university’s growing reputation in collegiate sports.
Receiving the team, the Vice-Chancellor congratulated the athletes for bringing pride to the institution and urged them to sustain and surpass their current achievements. He reaffirmed the management’s commitment to strengthening sports development in the university and pledged continued institutional and individual support for the players’ sporting careers.
The presentation ceremony concluded with the formal handover of the trophy and cash rewards to the athletes in recognition of their discipline, teamwork and excellence.
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