The Kwankwasiyya Movement has confirmed the resignation of Kano State Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo, saying the decision was formally conveyed in a press statement issued on Friday by the movement’s spokesperson, Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed. According to the statement, Gwarzo stepped down “in the overall interest of the people and the stability of governance” in the state, following recent developments that had hindered his ability to effectively discharge his duties. The movement addressed the ongoing issues involving the Kano State House of Assembly, stressing that the resignation should not be seen as an admission of guilt regarding any allegations.…
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Social protection remains a priority of the Sokoto State Government, as it is one of the most critical sectors for the state’s development. The State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Dr. Abubakar Muhammad Zayyana, disclosed this at a two-day validation workshop on the review of the Sokoto State Social Protection Policy. The workshop was organised by the State Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning in collaboration with the European Union, the International Labour Organization (ILO), and UNICEF at Azbir Hotel, Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State. Dr. Zayyana said that despite the government’s commitment, the state is grappling with insecurity arising…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled plans to introduce a new regulation known as the Telecommunications Identity Risk Management System (TIRMS), tackle SIM-related fraud and boost confidence in Nigeria’s digital economy. The announcement was made by the Executive Vice-Chairman of the commission, Aminu Maida, during a stakeholder forum held in Abuja. Maida said the TIRMS platform is designed to address rising cases of fraud linked to mobile phone numbers within Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. According to the NCC boss, the Mobile Station International Subscriber Directory Number (MSISDN), commonly known as a SIM or mobile number, has become a critical identifier…
The Ondo State Government has approved the recruitment of healthcare workers across various cadres as part of efforts to strengthen service delivery in the state’s health sector. This was disclosed in a statement by Patience Arinola Adamolekun, Hospitals Management Board, on the government’s official X platform. The approval was granted by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa to the Hospitals Management Board (HMB) to employ workers across different entry-level grade levels. According to the statement, the recruitment will cover a wide range of healthcare and support roles within the state’s hospital system. The positions approved include: Medical Officers – GL 13 Nurses…
Bangladesh and Nigeria have pledged to explore new frontiers in agriculture and trade as both countries seek to deepen bilateral cooperation and unlock economic opportunities. The two countries stated this at the 55th Independence Anniversary and National Day of Bangladesh on Thursday in Abuja. Speaking at the event, Bangladeshi High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mainul Kabir, said there was need to unlock untapped economic opportunities and stronger collaboration in agriculture, particularly contract farming that would ensure mutual benefits. He noted that Bangladesh’s experience in high-yield, climate-resilient farming, combined with Nigeria’s large agricultural base, offer a pathway to enhanced food security and…
Deep Science Ventures (DSV), a UK-based deeptech venture creator, and Renaissance Philanthropy, a nonprofit fueling a 21st century renaissance by increasing the ambition of philanthropists, scientists, and innovators, today announce a venture creation project designed for systemic intervention in crop resilience. The project, part of DSV and Renaissance Philanthropy’s existing partnership to form the Climate Emergencies Resilience Lab (CERL), marks a significant step in driving a new category of agricultural technology: priming resilience in crops. Moving beyond traditional genetic modification, the initiative establishes a high-ambition roadmap for tackling the economic threat of climate-induced crop failures through the creation of commercially viable,…
Lesotho has banned mobile operators from offering airtime and data advances to minors, tightening rules around how young people access telecom services in the country. The move effectively stops under-18 users from borrowing airtime or data, a popular “use now, pay later” feature, amid growing concerns about consumer protection. This implies that minors can no longer take on what is essentially micro-debt through their phones. Airtime advances work like small loans — users get credit upfront and repay on their next recharge. By restricting this for children, regulators are trying to curb early exposure to debt and prevent potential exploitation. Across Africa,…
The Delta State Government has opened applications for the recruitment of medical and non-medical personnel into the state’s health sector as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery. This was disclosed by the State Commissioner for Health, Dr Joseph Onojaeme, during a press conference in Asaba on Tuesday. This comes as Governor Sheriff Oborevwori approved the recruitment of over 700 medical and non-medical personnel in a major initiative to improve healthcare services across the state. Interested candidates are required to submit applications addressed to the Chairman, Health Sector Recruitment. Applications must include a Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant credentials, a…
The Federal Government on Thursday graduated the first cohort of youth health fellows in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), under an initiative introduced by President Bola Tinubu to revitalise the health sector. Ashenews gathered through NAN reports that the event also featured the onboarding of the second cohort (2.0), with the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Ali Pate, and other dignitaries in attendance. Speaking at the ceremony, Pate said the initiative was a strategic effort to groom young and vibrant leaders who would drive the administration’s health sector transformation agenda across the country’s Local Government Areas (LGAs). He explained that…
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has further strengthened its reputation as a leading African hub for global agricultural innovation as it advanced high-level discussions with Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc (‘Sterling HoldCo’) and Egypt-based Tulima Farms and Agri-Processing LLC on the establishment of an AI-enabled hydroponic farming ecosystem on campus. The initiative, spearheaded by Sterling HoldCo’s subsidiary, The Alternative Bank (‘AltBank’), is conceived as a commercially viable, technology-driven agricultural venture integrating Artificial Intelligence with precision hydroponic systems to cultivate select exotic vegetables and staple crops under climate-controlled conditions. Designed to operate at scale, the project reflects a new…