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CITAD Awards Prizes To The Winners Of Its Annual ICT Secondary Schools Students Competition in Kano State
By Ozumi Abdul
As its part of contributions to human development through digital technology, Centre For Information Technology And Development (CITAD) on Wednesday awards prizes to the winner of its annual ICT quiz competition for secondary school students in Kano state.
The competition which was held at the City Campus of Yusuf Maitama Sule University Auditorium, had 36 schools attended out the 50 schools that were invited.
Sani Bello of Science College Dawakin Kudu emerged victorious for the first place position, Government Girls Secondary School, Maryam Abacha scooped laurel for the second place position, while School for Arabic Studies Kano won the Third Place Position.
The winner of first position was awarded with the prize of a laptop computer, printer, wall clocked, and certificate, the second position got laptop, wall clock and certificate, while the third place winner was awarded with the prize of computer desktop, wall clock and Certificate.
While speaking, the CITAD Deputy Director, Mallam Ahmad Abdullahi Yakasai said the ICT quiz competition for secondary school students in Kano state is an annual event which his organization normally organises the competition to update the younger generation about the importance of ICT in the contemporary modern day society, while also adding that this year’s competition remains his organization’s 21st.
Yakasai noted that considering the high level of youth unemployment in the country today, ICT has become a great asset to the current generation, in the reduction of unemployment.
He said after the competition, CITAD expects schools with computers that not utilizing them to be motivated to put them into use, if they were hitherto not used, repair the ones that are technically faulty for proper utilization.
He added that his organization is prepared to assist in training their teachers in making use of the ICT facilities they have.
“This ICT competition is an annual event which we organize each and every year for secondary schools in Kano. This is the 21st anniversary.
“The purpose of this competition is to update the current generation about the importance of ICT considering the fact that more youths are unemployed. So ICT is an area where it does not require a specific profession, anybody can get into the area, any interested person can get into the ICT sector without segregation of being a male or female”, he said.
Also speaking is one of the participants, Firdaus Abass Aliyu, a student of Shekarau Government Girls Secondary School.
She said she highly elated to be a participant if such a high profile competition, promising she will utilize the opportunity in assisting and contributing to the development of her society.
She thanks CITAD for such a lofty opportunity, as well as imploring other NGOs to follow the foot step of CITAD in adding value to the society.
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Tinubu’s Political Adviser, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed Resigns
Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the political adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has resigned, it was reliably learnt.
Impeccable sources in the presidency confirmed yesterday that the former spokesman of the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) tendered his resignation about two weeks ago.
The sources said Dr. Baba-Ahmed did not provide details of the reasons for his decision, only stating that it was on personal grounds. However, as of the time of filing this report, it was unclear whether the presidency had accepted his resignation.
Baba-Ahmed was appointed Special Adviser on Political Matters in the Office of Vice President Kashim Shettima in September 2023.
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Islamic Scholar Dr Abdul Aziz Dutsen Tanshi Is Dead
A prominent Islamic cleric, Imam Dr. Idris Abdul’aziz Dutsen Tanshi, has passed away.
Sheikh Muhammad Kabir Haruna confirmed his death on his verified Facebook account late on Thursday night.
Late Imam Dutsen Tanshi was a leading Islamic scholar in Africa, widely recognized for his contributions to disseminating Islamic teachings across the continent.
In addition to his scholarly work, Imam Idris was also a businessman and farmer.
He had been contending with ill health for some time, and recently traveled abroad for medical treatment during the last Ramadan.
His funeral will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday at the Eid Mosque in Games Village, Bauchi state.
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Emir of Gaya’s Faithful Endurance Earns Him Reinstatement – Governor Yusuf
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has revealed that the Emir of Gaya was reinstated due to his unwavering faith, humility, and total submission to the will of Allah when he was dethroned.
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday.
Speaking at the Kano Government House during a Sallah homage visit by the Emir, Governor Yusuf commended the traditional ruler for the exemplary way he handled his removal from office, describing him as a leader who accepted his fate with dignity, patience, and absolute trust in divine destiny.
“The Emir of Gaya showed true submission to the will of Allah when he was dethroned. He neither resisted nor protested but instead accepted it in good faith and placed his trust in Allah.
“It is this rare display of humility and patience that earned him his reinstatement,” Governor Yusuf stated.
The governor further reassured the Emir of his administration’s commitment to the comprehensive development of Gaya Emirate, noting that efforts are already underway to improve key infrastructure in the area.
He disclosed that a team of engineers has been deployed to assess roads and other critical infrastructure needs in the Emirate, with actual construction set to commence soon.
“Our government is determined to transform Gaya into a modern city. We will start by constructing feeder roads and follow- up with culverts to prevent flooding and improve drainage systems. This is part of our broader strategy to ensure sustainable development across all Emirates in Kano State,” Governor Yusuf said.
He further emphasized that his administration remains committed to traditional institutions, recognizing their role in maintaining peace, fostering unity, and promoting cultural heritage.
In his response, the Emir of Gaya, Dr. Aliyu Ibrahim Abdulkadir expressed deep gratitude to the governor for his confidence and support, pledging to work closely with the government in advancing the interests of the Emirate and ensuring continued peace and stability.
The governor’s decision to reinstate the Emir of Gaya is widely seen as a recognition of patience, humility, and loyalty as qualities that are essential for leadership and community harmony.
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