The Kano State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Online Media Chapel to curb misinformation and promote accurate, responsible, and security-conscious reporting across the state.

This commitment was emphasized on Thursday during a special meeting convened by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, with members of the Online Media Chapel at the Ministry’s conference hall.

Speaking during the engagement, Comrade Waiya explained that the meeting became necessary in view of emerging security concerns in some local government areas bordering Katsina State. He stressed that the partnership between government and online media practitioners has become essential to ensure that residents receive factual, verified, and timely information, especially on sensitive security matters.

Cross section of members at the meeting

He emphasized that journalists must avoid narratives capable of distorting the state’s true security picture or affecting ongoing efforts by security agencies.

He further stressed that journalists have a responsibility to support efforts aimed at addressing insecurity rather than amplifying rumours, exaggerations, or unverified content that could worsen public anxiety.

He noted that online media plays a vital role in contemporary communication, with digital platforms capable of reaching millions instantly, making accuracy and professionalism more important than ever.

Comrade Waiya stressed that professionalism, accuracy, and adherence to ethical standards must guide the work of online journalists to ensure lasting peace and economic growth in the country.

To enhance coordination between government, security agencies, and online media practitioners, the Commissioner announced that the state is considering the establishment of a Joint Information Platform to provide timely, credible, and verified updates before publication. This, he said, will help curb fake news and misleading reports often originating from social media platforms.

Comrade Waiya commended the Online Media Chapel for its continued commitment to professionalism and urged its members to remain steadfast in promoting accuracy, responsible reporting, and the public interest.

Responding, the Chairman Kano state Online Media Chapel, Abubakar Abdulkadir Dangambo, assured the government of the Chapel’s commitment to ethical journalism. He pledged that members will continue to refrain from publishing content that could fuel insecurity or mislead the public, reaffirming their readiness to work closely with the government on matters concerning peace and development.

MAAUN Group of Universities has congratulated Prof. Amina Salihi Bayero on her appointment as the substantive Vice Chancellor of Northwest University, Kano, Nigeria.

The appointment was approved by the Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, following a recommendation by the University Governing Council after a rigorous selection process.

The congratulatory message was contained in a statement personally signed by the Founder of the universities, Prof. Gwarzo and released to newsmen on Thursday in Kano, Nigeria.

Prof. Gwarzo, who doubles as the President of the Association of Africa Private Universities (AAPU), described the appointment of Prof. Salihi Bayero as “well- deserved” in view of her academic pedigree and wealth of experience.

“As a distinguished scholar of Analytical Chemistry and the first female PhD holder in Chemistry from Bayero University Kano, I have no doubt that Prof. Salihi Bayero will deliver on her mandate,” Prof. Gwarzo said.

He also expressed confidence that the new VC who served in various academic and administrative capacities, would bring about the needed transformation and development in the university.

Prof. Gwarzo commended the university Governing Council for recognising her accomplishments by giving her the appointment and Governor Yusuf for approving the appointment.

The MAAUN Founder prayed to almighty Allah to guide and give the new VC the wisdom to steer the university to greater heights.

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) BUK chapter said the union has set 31st December as the target date for a nationwide indefinite strike by the union.

The Chairman of SSANU BUK chapter, Comrade Mustafa Aminu, stated this after rising from a meeting of the association held at Bayero University main campus.

Malam Mustafa Aminu told newsmen, including Nigerian Tracker correspondent, that there is need for the Government to invite their members for discussion in order to curtail the planned nationwide industrial action.

According to him, the issue of their 2009 Agreement is yet to be implemented by the Government, which includes 23 percent, 35 percent, and the earned allowances.

Initially, the Government agreed to give 40 percent for SSANU, but when the money was released, which is 50 billion Naira, the Government decided to give 40 billion Naira to their sister union ASUU and decided to give other unions, including SSANU, the remaining 10 billion Naira to share, which is very unfair and uncalled for, and they are not happy with it, said Mustafa Aminu.

On their grievances, there are many if one checks the 2009 Agreement, which includes autonomy.

Mustafa Amin added that they are calling on the Government to do something, noting that if the target date is reached without calling them, the strike will be total and indefinite.

He said of all the unions in the University, which included ASUU, SSANU, and NASU, only ASUU was called by the Government for discussion.

He said it is like you are having four children in your house and you call the eldest for discussion; definitely the remaining children will not be happy.

He said ASUU has an aggressive nature of pressing home its demand, while SSANU is administrative.

Members of the union, Bayero University chapter, who retired this year were supported with funds ranging from 250 thousand Naira to 150 thousand Naira.