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Dangote partners NAICOM on building safety, insurance
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Industries Limited, DIL, has sponsored a conference organized by the National Insurance Commission, NAICOM, to engender compliance with Insurance of public buildings and buildings under construction.
KANO FOCUS reports that the conference, held in Abuja, themed “Redefining Safety: Insurance solutions for Public Buildings and Buildings under Construction”highlighted the synopsis of Insurance and Technology, launching of the Insurance Industry Strategic Plan, and the Guidelines for Insurances of Government Assets.
Concerned by the menace of Collapse Building in the Country, Dangote Industries Limited, DIL had early in the year unveiled plans to set up a block makers’ Academy to address the problem.
The Academy, to be structured and equipped, is to impart the needed skills to block makers and artisans in the real estate sector.
The company said the Academy will move Block making forward and reduce colossal loss of lives and property occasioned by building collapse, check quackery in the industry, and improve the economy.
It said the block moulders would be empowered with necessary machineries and tools to enhance their skills.
Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, said the insurance conference was apt and urged the convergence of Insurance stakeholders to network and share innovative ideas towards finding lasting solutions to the problems.
Theme paper presenter and Group chairman, Heirs Holding, Tony Elumelu, advocated increased awareness on Insurance at all levels for acceptability.
The Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas said “the conference centres on two major sections of the Insurance Act, 2023 (Sections 64 and 65) which emphasised the provision of succour to the third Parties who are victims of coming in contact with the insured property.
“And the driving motive for making Insurances compulsory is because it is unconscionable and insensitive to leave a visitor who lawfully has the right of ingress or egress to a Building Under Construction or a Public Building to suffer a loss without compensation to him/her or his/ family.”
Represented by Hon. Ahmed Jaha, he said the 10th National Assembly and the executive would commit to a symbiotic working relationship to protect lives and property of Nigerians and all nationals in the country while enhancing a robust economy.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Society for Family Health has appointed Dayyabu Mahmud Yusuf as Group Director, Impact Partnership and Engagement, as well as Managing Director of RevoHealth HMO Ltd., in a move aimed at strengthening healthcare access and sustainable health systems across Nigeria and Africa.
KANO FOCUS reports that the appointment was announced on the organisation’s official Facebook page on Saturday.
According to SFH, the new leadership appointment signals the beginning of a fresh phase focused on improving impact, expanding access to healthcare services, and advancing sustainable health transformation initiatives across the continent.
The organisation stated that the appointment reflects its commitment to building integrated health systems and promoting innovative platforms in healthcare financing, workforce development, advisory services, and sustainable health interventions.
SFH expressed confidence that Yusuf’s leadership would further strengthen the organisation’s impact and deliver lasting value to communities across Nigeria and beyond.
Yusuf is a seasoned public health professional with more than 18 years of experience in the design and implementation of public health, social marketing, and health systems strengthening programmes in Nigeria.
He is widely recognised as a health systems expert, health economist, programme management specialist, and community engagement practitioner, with extensive experience in reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health (RMNCH), HIV/AIDS, malaria, child survival, and nutrition interventions.
He has also built strong technical expertise across the family planning and maternal, newborn and child health continuum, while leading large and complex teams on multiple development programmes.
Yusuf possesses strong advocacy and stakeholder engagement skills, having worked closely with senior government officials, lawmakers, and influential traditional and religious leaders to drive institutional and behavioural changes that support effective programme implementation.
A seasoned trainer, Yusuf has trained various cadres of health professionals and is known for his practical expertise in participatory community engagement approaches.
He holds a degree in Microbiology and a Master’s degree in Health Economics from Bayero University Kano, as well as an MSc in Microbiology from University of Abuja.
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
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.
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Kwankwaso commends IGP over probe into Dadiyata’s disappearance
Cameroon telecom regulator visits NCC for benchmarking exercise
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