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NUJ Inaugurates New Executives in Kano, Promising Professionalism and Integrity

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has officially inaugurated its new executives for the Kano State chapter, set to lead the union for the next three years. The ceremony, held in Kano, highlighted the union’s commitment to promoting professionalism and protecting the interests of journalists across the state

In his address, the National Vice Chairman Muhammad Tukur Umar  urged the newly appointed leaders to follow in the footsteps of their predecessors, emphasizing the importance of serving the people. “You should promote professionalism and protect the interest of your members wherever they are,” he said, outlining the responsibilities that lie ahead for the new executives.

The outgoing chairman, Abbas Ibrahim, reflected on the challenges faced during his tenure, which began in 2018. “When we came in, the headquarter was in bad shape. We thank Governor Abba for appointing one of our own,” he said. He acknowledged the difficulties encountered, particularly in accessing information, which he described as “our raw material for production,” and called on both public and private sectors to facilitate easier access.

Under Ibrahim’s leadership, the union successfully settled all outstanding liabilities and left the NUJ account with a balance of 819,597 Naira. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and wished the new executives well.

Suleiman Dederi, the newly appointed chairman of the NUJ Kano council, vowed to uphold the ethics of journalism and serve with integrity. “I promise to serve with integrity and uphold the ethics,” Dederi stated, signaling a commitment to maintaining high standards in journalism.

Comrade Kabiru Ado Minjibir, Vice President of the Nigerian Labour Congress, encouraged the state government to strengthen its relationship with journalists, recognizing the pivotal role they play in society.

The inauguration ceremony also featured the oath-taking administered by Abdulrzakak Bello Kaura, the Zonal Secretary of the NUJ. The newly appointed executives include Suleiman Dederi as Chairman, Mustapha Gambo as Vice Chairman, Abubakar Shehu Kwaru as Secretary, Hauwwa Zahraddin as Assistant Secretary, Nura Bala Ajingi as Treasurer, and Abdullahi Hassan as Financial Secretary.

The NUJ Kano chapter now looks forward to a promising future under its new leadership, with a focus on advancing journalism and enhancing the welfare of its members.

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Former Defence Minister General Abbe Passes On At 75

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Former Military Governor of Rivers and Akwa Ibom States, Major General Godwin Osagie Abbe, has passed away. He was 75.

Abbe served as the Military Governor of both Akwa Ibom State from 1988 to 1990, and River State from 1990 to 1992. He also held the position of Minister of Interior under President Umaru Yar’Adua’s administration where he was later redeployed to the ministry of defence

He died in Abuja on Saturday after a long illness.

His academic achievements include a Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations from Obafemi Awolowo University and attendance at the United States Army Infantry School, the Ghana Armed Forces Staff College, and the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies.

He rose through the ranks to become the General Officer Commanding of the 2 Division of the Nigerian Army, and commanded both the Training and Doctrine Command and the National War College.

Abbe retired in 1999 at the rank of Major General and subsequently joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

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World Bank Project in Kano Trains 1,000 Healthcare Personnel to Combat Malnutrition

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Dr. Umar Yahuza, the Project Coordinator for the World Bank-assisted initiative in Kano, known as Accelerating Nutrition Results in Nigeria (ANRiN), has announced the training of 1,000 healthcare personnel in a bid to provide preventive nutrition services to pregnant and lactating mothers.

During a workshop held for the training of healthcare workers, Dr. Yahuza addressed newsmen, highlighting the significance of the ANRiN project, which is funded by the World Bank. He explained that the project aims to change behavior from the grassroots and reverse the negative trends of malnutrition.

Kano State has made significant progress in reducing severe stunting by 9 percent, a notable achievement that underscores the need for continued improvement. Dr. Yahuza emphasized that the N774 being used to train frontline healthcare workers was initially unstructured.

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The journey began with MYCN facilitators in Kano and Lagos, followed by the training of a critical mass of facilitators. Subsequently, 120 healthcare professionals from various health facilities in Kano, including medical doctors and dieticians, were trained.

Currently, training is underway for 484 apex healthcare facilities in Kano. The training is being conducted at eight different points, with 60 healthcare workers being trained at each location, totaling 1,000 trained healthcare personnel under the MYCN initiative.

Dr. Yahuza expressed optimism about seeing an end to malnutrition in the region. He stated, “We are near to seeing an end to malnutrition. We are not late.”

One of the beneficiaries, Rahinatu Ado Ibrahim, shared her experience, saying, “We received capacity building, and there are available resources.”

The ANRiN project is designed to provide comprehensive support to healthcare workers, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to address malnutrition effectively. With continued efforts and collaboration, the project aims to improve the overall health and well-being of the population in Kano State.

 

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Stampede at Catholic Church in Maitama Claims Ten Lives During Food Distribution

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Ten people have been confirmed dead in a stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, on Saturday, 21st December 2024, during the distribution of food items to vulnerable and elderly individuals.

The unfortunate incident, which occurred around 6:30 am, resulted in the loss of ten lives, including four children, and left eight others injured with varying degrees of severity. Four of the injured have been treated and discharged, while the remaining victims are still receiving medical attention.

The FCT Police Command, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the tragedy, extended condolences to the families of the deceased, and wished the injured a swift recovery.

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