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Covid -19 Palliatives:Kano Supports 270,000 Households

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COVID-19- KNSG attributes success recorded in tackling spread of the virus to collaborative effort.

Kano State Government says the success achieved in the first against the spread of COVID-19 pandemic is as a result of measures taken through collaborative effort with various stakeholders.

The Deputy Governor,Dr.Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna who is also the Chairman Of the State Task Force Committee on COVID-19 disclosed this wednesday at Africa Hall,Kano Government House while giving update on measures taken in the State to curb the spread of the dreaded disease to the participants of the Senior course 43 of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College,Jaji who are in Kano on a study tour.

He explained that Kano inaugurated its task force committee on COVID-19 on 13th march this year following the outbreak and upsurge in the number of the cases in the country and globally.

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He added that in the fight against the dreaded disease, the State Government established 6 isolation centres,trained over 1,500 personnel on infection prevention and control skills and activated 16 sample collection sites.

“We also strengthened collaboration with implementation partners,utilized ambulances and other vehicles for robust response and creation,engaged faith based leaders and traditional rulers,created awareness and identification of suspected cases “said Gawuna.

Speaking, the Chairman of the State Palliative Distribution Committee on COVID-19, Professor Yahuza Bello revealed that Kano Government took holistic approach towards cushioning the effect of the pandemic.

“The Committee received about N900 million support from the State Government,philanthropists and other corporate organisations.”

“We supported 270,000 vulnerable households in 3 rounds of distribution…this has helped in minimizing the effects of the pandemic according to Bello”.

In his remarks on behalf of the participants of the course,Squadron Leader O.O. Evulobi said they have benefitted from the experience gained during the tour.

He however expressed appreciation to the Kano State Government for the warm reception given to them.

In a statement by Hassan Musa Fagge the Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor said the event was attended by the Secretary to the State Government Alhaji Usman Alhaji,Commissioners, Permanent Secretaries,Co-Chair of the Task Force Committee on COVID-19 Professor Abdurrazaq Garba Habib and Coordinator Technical Response Team for COVID-19 Dr.Tijjani Hussaini.

 

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Sultan of Sokoto Urges Nigerians to Stop Criticizing Leaders and Allow God to Deal With Them

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Nigerians have been urged to desist from castigating their leaders and all those in authority.

This call was made to Nigerians by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III on Monday at the the Regional Conference on Climate Change-Induced Conflicts in Northern Nigeria hosted in Kaduna.

According to the Sultan, it is important that Nigerians rather than insult their leaders, they should allow God to really with them.

He also urgee Nigerians to contibue praying for their keaders and tne nation as a whole.

He further called on religious leadera accros Nigeria to quit misleadinh members of ghwir congregation.

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“A lot of people say we have never had it so bad, but no matter how difficult it is, ease will come. We believe nothing lasts forever.

“Nothing bad and nothing good lasts forever. Let us intensify prayers in our congregations and encourage our followers to pray for our leaders.

“We will not castigate them; we will allow Almighty Allah to deal with them as He wishes and He will,” the Sultan notes.

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Arewa APC Merger Group Hails President Tinubu for Release of Detained minors

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The Arewa APC Merger Group has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his swift and compassionate response in ordering the release of detained minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests.

In a statement signed by National Coordinator Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa in Abuja, the group expressed gratitude for the President’s decisive action, which has brought renewed hope to many Nigerians.

The group commended President Tinubu for showing strong leadership on the issue, noting that his actions demonstrate a commitment to justice and the well-being of Nigeria’s youth.

They emphasized that this move reassures citizens of the President’s dedication to fairness and the protection of human rights under his administration.

The release order from President Tinubu came after the Arewa APC Merger Group took substantial steps to advocate for the detained children.

In response to reports of mistreatment, including allegations of malnutrition and poor conditions, the group provided essential food and support to the minors both at the Federal High Court in Abuja and while in custody.

This effort underscored the group’s commitment to the welfare of young Nigerians and their resolve to seek justice.

Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa stated that the group is encouraged by the President’s response and considers it a positive signal of his administration’s commitment to addressing national issues with compassion and responsibility.

The Arewa APC Merger Group remains hopeful that this action will set a precedent for prioritizing the rights and well-being of Nigeria’s youth across the country.

President Tinubu’s decision to release the children reflects his administration’s acknowledgment of the calls from various stakeholders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of young Nigerians.

The Arewa APC Merger Group expressed their appreciation for this significant step, which they believe will strengthen public confidence in the government’s dedication to the rights of all citizens.

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Breaking: Court Drops Charges Against Minors

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The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday struck out the charges brought against a total of 119 #EndBadGovernance protesters.

All 119 protesters were arraigned on Friday, November 1 on charges bordering on Treason felony, inciting to mutiny, among others.

The defendants were arraigned in two batches at the previous proceeding.

The first batch comprised a total of 76 protesters which included 32 minors and the second batch a total of 43 protesters.

The trial judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, struck out the suit following an application by the counsel to the Attorney General of the Federation, M. D Abubakar, to take over and discontinue the matter.

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