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Kano govt inaugurates committee to review education policies
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Following the recent declaration of a State of Emergency on Education, the Kano State Government has inaugurated a 14-member committee to review existing policies in its education sector.
KANO FOCUS reports that this initiative follows the recent declaration of a state of emergency in the education sector, highlighting the government’s commitment to reform.
The State Commissioner of Education, Dr Ali Haruna Makoda, represented the State Governor, Alhaji Abba Yusuf, at the inauguration ceremony held at the Kano Educational Resource Department Conference Hall.
According to the Ministry of Education’s Director of Enlightenment, Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru, the committee’s terms of reference include evaluating and aligning existing policies with the state’s cultural and religious values. The committee will also assess the feasibility of policy implementation and recommend measures to strengthen the education system.
Kiru identified four key policies under review: the Kano State Girls’ Education Policy, the Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Policy, the Non-State School Policy, and the Teacher Development Policy.
Dr Makoda stressed the importance of the committee and urged its members to utilise their expertise in producing actionable recommendations within the three-week timeframe.
Chaired by Malam Abdullahi Muhammad Dutse, the committee includes prominent scholars, government officials, representatives from civil society organisations, and the Emirate Council.
Other members are former vice chancellor of National Open University (NOUN):Prof. Abdallah Uba Adamu, Executive Chairman, Zakka and Hubsi Commission Habibu Dan Almajiri, former permanent secretary in the state ministry of education Alhaji Danlami Garba, Kano State Commissioner for Women, Children, and Disabled Affairs Amina Abdullahi (HOD), Tijjani Muhammad Naniya, Special Adviser to the Governor on Emirate Council and kabiru Sani Hanga.
Prof. Abdallah Uba Adamu, receiving appointment letter from Dr Ali Haruna Makoda
The remaining are Malam Munzali M. Mustapha, Prof. Auwal Halliru Arzai, Special Adviser to the Governor on Higher Education, Bashir Aliyu Umar, Chief Imam of Alfurqan Jumma’at Mosque, a representative of the Emirate Council, a representative of Civil Society Organizations, Nura Ja’afar Kura and Ibrahim Bawa, Director of Archives and Publication (Secretary of the Committee).
Dr Makoda, who gave the committee three weeks to complete its assignment and submit its report, enjoined them to use their vast experience to come up with recommendations that would enhance the quality of education in the state.
Responding, the Chairman of the committee, Abdullahi Muhd Dutse, assured that they were resolved to work as a team to justify the confidence reposed in them.
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
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.
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