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DHS international, NACSPN honours NRCS Executive Secretary with Fellowship Award

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By Editor The DHS International and Project Build Nigeria, in partnership with the National Association of Criminologists and Security Practitioners of Nigeria (NACSPN) has honoured the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) with a Fellowship Award. The National Coordinator of Project Build Nigeria, Amb. Muhammed Bello, who spoke on Saturday at the 8th National Conference of the association held at the Convocation Arena, Bayero University, Kano. Bello said the award represents the highest professional recognition for distinguished individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to national security and humanitarian service. “This is the highest grade of honour reserved for accomplished professionals of your level and status, both within the Nigeria Police Force and in the country at large,” he stated. The conference, themed “Insecurity of Lives and Properties and Stakeholders’ Engagement in Nigeria: The Criminology Perspective,” focused on enh...
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Measles-Rubella Campaign: Red Cross Mobilises Over 3,500 Volunteers in Kano

By Editor  The Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) says it mobilised more than 3,500 volunteers across 20 local government areas in Kano State to support the just-concluded measles and rubella vaccination campaign. The Secretary-General of the NRCS, Mr. Abubakar Kande, stated this in Kano while reviewing the exercise, which lasted for ten days. Kande said the campaign was part of efforts to complement the Federal Government’s initiative to eliminate vaccine-preventable diseases in the country. “As we are aware, Nigeria is still battling with vaccine-preventable diseases. We are working together with the government to ensure that all children under five years are protected against these diseases,” he said. He explained that through the collaborative efforts of volunteers, the organisation successfully mobilised over 3,000 households, educating families on the importance of vaccinating their children. “The government has made these vaccines available, and our role is to ensure that eve...
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NHRC, UNHCR train security, Govt agencies in Kano on human rights protection

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), in collaboration with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), has organised a high-level training for security agencies and government officials in Kano to strengthen human rights and humanitarian responses in the North-West region. The two-day training, held from Oct. 22 to 23, focused on integrating human rights principles into the operations of agencies working with Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), refugees, asylum seekers and returnees. Speaking at the event, the Executive Secretary of NHRC, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, SAN, represented by Dr. Benedict Agu, Special Assistant to the Executive Secretary and Project Coordinator, said the training was part of the ongoing NHRC/UNHCR 2025 Project on the Protection of Human Rights of IDPs, Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Returnees through Information and Data Collection in Nigeria. He said the project, which commenced in January 2025, is being implemented across 11 states — Adamawa, Akw...
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Blasphemy Allegations: Shura Council to Summon Sheikh Lawan Abubakar

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The Shura Council says it has commenced arrangements to summon Sheikh Lawan Abubakar Truimp to appear before its committee over allegations of blasphemy currently under investigation. The Secretary of the Committee, Shehu Wada Sagagi, made this known during a press briefing on Sunday in Kano. Sagagi said the Council was carrying out a detailed investigation into the alleged blasphemous statements attributed to the cleric. He explained that after the preliminary investigation, Sheikh Truimp would be officially invited to present his defence before the committee. “The Shura Council is working diligently to ensure justice is done. We are committed to giving all parties involved a fair and impartial hearing,” he said. Sagagi urged stakeholders to remain calm and avoid sentiments, stressing the need for honesty, objectivity, and the promotion of peace and unity in society. He also reaffirmed that the Kano State Government would remain neutral throughout the process, assuri...
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NCS tasks PROs on digital communication, tackling misinformation

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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has charged its Public Relations Officers (PROs) to master digital communication and counter misinformation to strengthen public trust in the Service. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, gave the charge on Monday at the opening of a four-day capacity building workshop for PROs at Bayero University, Kano. Adeniyi, represented by the Acting Deputy Comptroller-General, Mr. Timi Bomodi, said a single message could go viral within minutes in today’s interconnected world, hence the need for PROs to communicate clearly, consistently and credibly. He described the workshop as a strategic investment to equip officers with skills to navigate both traditional and digital media. “The actions of the Service may speak, but it is the voice of public relations that interprets and gives meaning to these actions. Our PROs must master digital platforms, combat misinformation and promote transparency to sustain public confidenc...
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Education, governance critical for Nigeria’s Future

Education, good governance and nutrition are critical for Nigeria's only resource and future. The 16th emir of Kano His Highness Dr. Muhammadu Sanusi II said told newsmen on Saturday in Kano  the second edition of KAPFEST. He said education remains most valuable asset in life, describing it as the only resource that cannot be taken away once acquired. According to him," wealth, positions or material possessions can be lost, education endures permanently. "Parents, governments and communities must prioritize education because “it is the only truth, and there is no alternative",he said. The Emir reflect on his own upbringing that he benefited from government scholarships in secondary school and university, noting that such opportunities have declined for today’s generation. He attributed this to failure of governance and misplaced priorities, stressing that investments in roads and structures are meaningless without investing in people. "They are three maj...
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NDLEA Commander Bags Merit Award from Fagge Community

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By Kabiru Aminu Muhammed The Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, ACGN A.I. Ahmad, has been presented with a Merit Award by the Restore Fagge Community. The award, presented on Wednesday in Kano, was in recognition of the command’s sustained operations against drug trafficking networks in Fagge Local Government Area. Ahmad received the award on behalf of the NDLEA Kano Command. Mr. Nura Ubali, Head of Fagge B Ward, said the NDLEA’s operations had led to significant seizures of illicit substances and the arrest of suspected drug dealers. He said the operations had improved public safety and forced many dealers to abandon the trade, with some repenting. Ubali commended Ahmad and his officers for their efforts, noting that the community would continue to support rehabilitation initiatives for victims of drug abuse. Responding, Ahmad thanked the community for the recognition, stressing that effective drug control required cooper...
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