44 shops, 110 non-permanent shops destroyed in Sokoto market fire
Author: Fadlillah Abdallah
In a recent report by ASHENEWS, a public health physician has voiced worries regarding the health implications of fasting amidst severe weather conditions. Dr. Bello Arkilla, also a researcher, has highlighted the potential dangers associated with fasting during extreme weather conditions. The concern arises as individuals observe fasting rites in climates characterized by harsh weather patterns. This scenario raises alarms regarding the vulnerability of fasting individuals to various health risks exacerbated by challenging environmental conditions. “Harsh weather is known to come with its related problems like dehydration and the risk of diseases such as meningitis and measles, especially for children,…
“Our environment is where we reside, not the government or any other entity. Therefore, our safety is directly linked to the cleanliness of our surroundings. By maintaining a clean environment, we reduce our risk of exposure to various diseases and can lead healthier lives,” said Gobir during his address while emphasizing the intrinsic connection between a clean environment and public health.
Kebbi State Government is set to launch a special Ramadan feeding program, with plans to distribute free food items to the people of the state. The State Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Shehu Mu’azu, said during the weekly ministerial press briefing in Birnin Kebbi, said the programme is to reflect on the spirit of compassion and benevolence embraced by Governor Nasiru Idris. Mr. Mu’azu emphasized the significance of this gesture within the framework of the incumbent administration’s welfare policy. ALSO READ Ramadan: Sultan urges Muslims to look out for Sha’aban crescent Furthermore, he revealed the government’s commitment to supporting farmers engaged…
Yaseer Alhassan is a 35-year-old electrician in Sokoto. He started his apprenticeship in 2003 when he was 14. He travels across West Africa for car programming. Until now he enrolled to study electrical engineering at the Umaru Shinkafi Polytechnic Sokoto, he is a secondary school certificate holder. Determined to excel in the job, he has had to switch between electrical and mechanical apprenticeship and has grown to become a sought-after electrician who fixes electrical faults in auto gearboxes of all sorts of automobiles. Alhassan’s clients cut across some West African countries to which he is invited to fix auto gearboxes…
Despite recent government policy changes in Niger aimed at stabilizing farm produce prices, reports from ASHENEWS indicate that the prices of agricultural goods continue to stay elevated. The state’s executive governor, two weeks ago, imposed a ban on speculators who were exploiting local markets by diverting farm produce to other states and neighboring countries. Despite this measure, consumers in markets such as Kuta in Shiroro local government and surrounding areas have voiced their concerns over the continued high prices of agricultural products. Tunde Ezekiel, a shopper in Kuta market, expressed his frustration, stating, “Before the protest, one mudu of rice…
ASHENEWS reports that traditional medicine practitioners in Nigeria have called for a policy to regulate herbal medicines and practitioners.
The Kwara government initiates a 10-day intensive training for 60 healthcare professionals from all 16 local government areas in Omuaran. The focus is on “Basic Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care.” The executive secretary of the Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency, Dr. Nusirat Elelu, highlights the significance of this training as a build-up from years of dedicated hard work. According to her, the government’s commitment to enhancing healthcare services is reflected in increased investment in health infrastructure across the state. “This year, the quality of healthcare services is central. The government has committed a lot of resources to improving…
Ahmed highlighted the success of the existing partnership between Kaduna and drug manufacturers, noting an increased focus on and availability of essential health commodities. She reported a significant rise in the average fill order rate, climbing from 38 percent in September 2021 to 95 percent in December 2023.
Chairman of the South West Council of Fulani chiefs and Sarkin Fulani of Lagos, Mohammed Bambado II, expressed his worry over the escalation of criminal acts causing ethnic tensions. He called on the government, security, and intelligence agencies to proactively address crime to prevent it from leading to ethnic and religious conflicts. Bambado II emphasized the importance of decisive action against criminality to foster unity among the people.