Minimal Reporters

  Sensitisation By Bosede Olufunmi The National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Kano state, has warned greengrocers to desist from using chemicals for the preservation of vegetables and fruits. The Acting Director of the Agency in the state, Alhaji Rabiu Ado, gave the warning at a public awareness campaign against the use of chemicals to preserve foodstuff on Thursday in Kano. Ado also urged foodstuff dealers to abandon this dangerous practice, describing the process as harmful and dangerous. “The essence of the awareness is to let those involved in such practices know that such is dangerous, which effect can cause kidney problems, hypertension, among serious health issues, including terminal diseases. “We should understand that mixing chemicals with consumable in the name of food preservation can be dangerous to our lives,” he said. On his part, Danladi Abba, an Assistant Director at the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) Kano Branch, des...

An NGO, Kasham Girls, Women, and Youth Development Initiative, said it will collaborate with National Institute of Information Technology (NIIT) create, build skills for women and girls to build their capacity on technical and vocational skills. The Executive Director of Kasham, Dinatu  Maji, disclosed this while signing MOU with NIIT to bring amazing opportunity for girls, women and youth in 19 northern states. She said the MOU will enable them have capacity to self reliance in stability. According to her, "opportunities they get hands on learning equipments technical amazing learning space to facilitate. "This will run for five years expose them to opportunity in other to better their life.  In the same vein,  Dr. Bayero Farah, Director General and Chief Executive of NITT, said it is a good initiative and will make a great impact in women ans girls.

Buk to hold 4th international conference on doctoral colloquium  By our Zainab The Bayero University Kano to hold international conference on doctoral colloquium to grapple with uncertainties driven by inflation. The theme of the conference titled: “Management for Sustainable Development in Times of Economic Uncertainties: Issues, Perspectives, and Challenges,”  Speaking at the press briefing, the  Dean, Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences of BUK, Prof. Muhammad Isa said this year's conference is particularly timely as global economies continue to grapple with uncertainties driven by inflation, geopolitical tensions, digital disruptions, and evolving financial landscapes.  He said this will serve as a platform for thought leaders, policymakers, academics, and industry professionals to engage in insightful discussions on sustainable economic models. "Financial resilience, innovative management practices that can enhance economic stability and inclusive growth...

By: Lamara Garba In a historic feat that has sent shockwaves of inspiration throughout the academic community, Prof. Umma Abdullahi has become the first female professor of Mechanical Engineering in the whole of northern Nigeria.   Professor Umma, who is now in her mid-40’s was amongst the 66 senior Academics recently promoted to the esteemed rank of Professor as approved by the Management of Bayero University, Kano. This remarkable achievement is a demonstration to her dogged dedication, unrelenting passion, and unshakeable resolve to defy the odds and shatter the glass ceiling in a male-dominated field.   Born and raised in Sharfadi quarters in the heart of Kano Municipality, Prof. Abdullahi's journey to the pinnacle of academic success is a story of sheer providence, perseverance, and determination. Initially after completing her Remedial Science Programme, she had applied to study Geography, but fate had other plans. She ended up in Mechanical Engineering, a fi...

By Zainab Olufunmi The Commander Nigeria Forest Security Service (NFSS) Kano State Command Abdullahi Al’ameen felicit with all everyone across the country. He said this new year will be fruitful and peaceful. According to him, "this is of praying for the betterment of the country at large. "I celebrate my commander General, Kano State governor and the all entire staff of NFSS. He call all to love one another regardless of religion and to not neglect the poor. Al'ameen said the service will continue to upgrade it's activities to curb any criminal act in nook and cranny in the state for the safety of all. The Commander also appeal to federal government to pass a bill to make them one of the government security outfits since they are still a voluntary organisation. He solicited the cooperation of the public to make the state a zero-free society.(ER)