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ITNs distribution: We’ve taken proactive measures to avoid spread of COVID-19-Coordinator

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Malam Bilya Haruna, the Coordinator, Malaria Control Program in Jigawa, said that the state government and its partners, have taken proactive measures to avoid the spread of COVID-19 in the ongoing 2021 Insecticide Treated Nets (ITNs) Mass Campaign in the state.

It could be recalled that the state government, in collaboration with partners-Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Malaria Consortium (MC) and National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP), on Nov. 17, flagged off the distribution of 3.7 million ITNs to residents in the state.

Bilya, who spoke on Saturday noted that the strategy for the campaign in distributing the nets to beneficiaries has been changed, as the nets would now be taken to the door steps of the beneficiaries, instead of them coming to collect at distribution points.

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“In previous campaigns, we mobilized residents and gave them the nets at distribution points. But this time around, the strategy has been changed because of COVID-19.

“This is because anything that will bring about large gathering of people we have to avoid it. Because we don’t want a situation whereby while providing intervention and at the same time spread COVID-19.

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“So that’s why we changed the strategy. The nets will be taken to the door steps of the beneficiaries at nooks and crannies of the state,” Bilya said.

He added that another reason was to enhance access to the ITNs among residents.

“Secondly, during previous exercises, a lot of people did not come to the distribution points and redeem the nets. Some said they didn’t have time, some said sad the collection points were too far from their residences, while others complained of having to join long queues before they could get the nets.
“Now all these issues have been addressed as no beneficiary will have go far or join queue before getting the net. Our teams will be at their door steps and give them the nets.

“This is another reason for changing our strategy in order to have a successful campaign,” he said.
Also, in his speech during the inauguration of the exercise at Madobi village of Dutse Local Government Area, Dr Perpetua Uhomiobhi, the Coordinator, NMEP, said the Federal Ministry of Health and its partners, have also taken same measures to ensure efficient distribution of nets.

“In the light of the COVID-19 pandemic, I’m pleased to inform you that the FMoH and its partners have taken proactive steps to ensure efficient delivery of ITNs to beneficiaries while minimizing the risk of the spread of the disease.

“As a result, the current approach will utilize the door-to-door strategy as against the fixed point distribution points to distribute the ITNs to the beneficiaries.

“Personal Protective Equipment have also been provided to the field workers, Uhomiobhi said.
This, he noted that would ensure safety of the threats of COVID-19 to the field workers and the beneficiaries during the exercise.

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Kano State Hosts 8th Annual Audit Forum to Enhance Transparency and Accountability

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The 8th Annual Audit Forum, organized by the Office of the Auditor General of Kano State, was held recently, focusing on strengthening transparency and accountability in public financial management. .

Isma’ila Musa, the Auditor General of Kano State, welcomed the participants and highlighted the constitutional and legal mandates that guide the auditing process. “Sections 125(2) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) and 36(i) of the Kano State Audit Law, 2021 (as amended) mandate the Office of the Auditor General to audit the accounts and financial statements of the State Government and all Offices and Courts,” he stated.

Musa expressed immense gratitude to His Excellency, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, for his support in making the event possible. “It is very important to note that a strengthened fiscal transparency will help build trust in governance,” he emphasized. He added that the Audit Forum is a reform intended to reduce opportunities for corruption and abuse of public resources, thereby increasing the efficiency of public expenditures.

The Auditor General also acknowledged the contributions of various officials, including the Hon. Commissioner Ministry of Planning and Budget, the Accountant General, the Executive Chairman of Kano Internal Revenue Services, and former Auditors General, among others. “My sincere appreciation to all the invitees here present for honoring our invitation. I wish us a successful 8th Kano State Annual Audit Forum,” Musa concluded.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the House Committee on Public Accounts, Honorable Tukur Fagge, praised the exercise for its potential to enhance resource management and ensure the success of the tasks at hand. “This exercise will enhance resources management and will realize the success of the task,” Fagge stated.

Sarkin Shanon Kano, Shehu Muhammad Dankadai, who served as the royal father of the day, also graced the event, adding to the significance of the occasion.

The forum underscored the commitment of the Kano State Government to upholding transparency and accountability, reflecting the administration’s dedication to effective and efficient service delivery.

 

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Breaking: Former Secretary of Federal Electoral Commission, FEDECO, Ahmadu Kurfi Passes On at 93

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November 21, 2024

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A former secretary of the Federal Electoral Commission, Alhaji Ahmadu Kurfi, has passed away.

A family source, Jafar Yakubu, informed NIGERIAN TRACKER about the death of the pioneer secretary of the Federal Electoral Commission, who supervised the 1979 general election.

 

Jafar Yakubu said Alhaji Ahmadu Kurfi died at the age of 93 and his Janaza funeral prayers will take place by 2:30 PM at Kurfi in KATSINA state .

 

Dr. Amadu Kurfi, OFR, was born in 1931. He was a former chairman of the then Marketing Board, former Federal Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Defence, and the first person to acquire a BSc degree in the whole of Katsina State, at University College London in 1957.

 

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President Tinubu Sacks UNIZIK Vice-Chancellor, Registrar

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The governing council of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University has been dissolved by President Bola Tinubu.

The president dissolved the council and approved the removal of the institution’s vice-chancellor Bernard Odoh and the university registrar, Rosemary Nwokike.

A statement by Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser to the president on information and strategy said the action by Tinubu follows allegations of procedural violations in the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor.

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He also said that the council led by Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe and including five other members—Hafiz Oladejo, Augustine Onyedebelu, Engr. Amioleran Osahon, and Rtd. Gen. Funsho Oyeneyin was accused of bypassing due process to appoint an unqualified candidate, prompting federal intervention.

Onanuga said, “The sacking of the governing council and officials followed reports that the council illegally appointed an unqualified vice-chancellor without following due process.

He added that following the controversial appointment, the Federal Government stepped in to address the rivalry between the university’s Senate and the governing council of the institution.

“The government expressed concern over the council’s apparent disregard for the university’s governing laws in its selection process”, Onanuga added.

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