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K-SAFE holds 2024 review meeting, develops 5 year strategic plan
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Kano State Accountability Forum on Education has developed a strategic plan to guide its activities in the next five years.
KANO FOCUS reports that the plan was developed during a two day Workshop at Zaria, Kaduna State.
The workshop featured presentation on activities, achievements and challenges of the K-SAFE in the last three quarters.
Speaking at the occasion, the Co-chair of the K-SAFE (CSO) Dr Auwalu Halilu said K-SAFE has recorded tremendous success since he assumed office.
He recalled that K-SAFE with the support of PLANE has conducted enrollment drive campaign in twenty-one local government areas of Kano state.
Other programmes implemented by the coalition during the period under review according to the chairman include a webinar on budget tracking which he said was attended by over 160 persons from within and outside the country.
Dr Halilu commended Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (FCDO PLANE) for technical support and capacity building which he said it greatly strengthen the members of the coalition.
He revealed that with PLANE support K-SAFE has gotten a wide visibility to the extent that many civil society organisations and Non Govenmental Organisations reach out for partnership.
Also speaking the Co-chairperson government Malam Yusha’u Hamza represented by Malam Naziru Surajo said Kano state government has increased the education budget from 29% in 2024 to 31% in 3025.
The Co-chairperson hinted that the ministry of education has recorded significant improvement in getting financial releases in 2024.
He revealed that the state government has received intervention from PLANE, AGILE, UNICEF, IDEAS aimed strengthening education sector.
Earlier in his welcome address, Malam Abdurrahman Abdu of Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE) appealed to participants to develop a good strategic plan that will guide K-SAFE activities in the next five years.
He observed that government and development partners are investing a lot of resources in education sector, hence the need for K-SAFE to strictly monitor implementation.
The workshop was supported by FCDO PLANE Nigeria.
Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) is a co-creation between government officials, civil society organisations, academics and media practitioners working on education sector.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
A former Governor of Kano State Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for ordering a fresh investigation into the disappearance of activist and lecturer Abubakar Idris Dadiyata.
KANO FOCUS reports that Kwankwaso made the remarks in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Saturday following recent testimony by a former aide to an ex-state governor, who allegedly claimed that police officers were responsible for Dadiyata’s disappearance in Kaduna.
Dadiyata, a lecturer and social media commentator, was abducted in 2019, and his whereabouts have remained unknown since then.
According to Kwankwaso, he and his associates have consistently advocated for a thorough investigation into the incident and for those responsible to be brought to justice.
He described the Inspector-General’s directive for a comprehensive investigation as a “decisive and long-overdue action,” expressing hope that the process would uncover the truth behind the disappearance.
The former governor also urged police authorities to place individuals named in the allegations under close surveillance to prevent interference with the investigation.
Kwankwaso further called on the government to ensure that Dadiyata, if found alive, and his family receive adequate compensation for the trauma and hardship they have endured over the years.
He commended members of the public for sustaining advocacy efforts on the case and also praised Abba Hikima Fagge for what he described as his important role in the latest developments surrounding the investigation.
Kwankwaso expressed optimism that the renewed probe would ultimately deliver truth and justice in the case.
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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