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Kano To Make Premarital Screening Certificate Compulsory

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KNSG launches standardized premarital screening certificate, empowered over 250 people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS and flags up multi disease community medical outreach as part of the commemoration of World AIDS day.

Very soon the state Government will make it compulsory for intending couples to possess pre marital certificate that will clear them of HIV AIDS pandemic.

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The First lady of the State Professor Hafsat Abdullahi Umar Ganduje launches the programs at the Coronation Hall of the State Government House.

The wife of the governor said World AIDS Day is observed on 1st December every year to raise awareness of AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV, reduce stigma and discrimination.

Professor, Hafsat Ganduje said the theme of this year’s world AIDS day was specially selected to call on all stakeholders in the HIV response to move forward, toward the equitable provision of service in both urban and rural communities to reach people left behind and called on all stakeholders who are faithful in ending HIV/AIDs to lend their voice in the fight against HIV/AIDS .

The First lady, recall how COVID19 devastated communities the world over exaggerating equities and distracting services, we may not forget about the challenging conditions of life of many people living with HIV/AIDS.

She expressed delight to see the lineup action for the 2021 World AIDS day commemoration that includes empowerment of people living with HIV/AIDS orphans and vulnerable groups across various stages including tailoring, leather works, barking and beautification that will go a long way in reducing the inequalities among infected or affected people.

Professor, Hafsat Ganduje commended the efforts put in place to screen people for diseases like HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, Hypertension and diabetes during multi diseases community outreach in different communities across the State.

She unveils the readiness of the government to guard the co-bill certificate against all forms of forgery.

In his remark, the Commissioner of Health, Dr Aminu Ibrahim Tsanyawa lament that, Kano State is committed to achieving the United Nations target of 95-95-95 to end AIDS by 2030 through premarital screening by ensuring 95% of all the State population know their HIV/AIDS status, 95% of those found positive were on medication and 95% of those on Medication get their viral load to suppress.

In his address, the Director-General Kano State Agency for the Control of AIDS, Dr Sabitu Y. Shu’ aibu Shanono thanked His Excellency Governor, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje for the support and cooperation in fighting the HIV pandemic in the state.

 

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Plateau state Health insurance program needs media collaboration

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By Asile Abel,Jos

The Plateau State Contributory Health Care Management Agency (PLASCHEMA) has called upon media practitioners to rally behind its sustainable health insurance initiatives. The appeal was made by the Director-General of PLASCHEM, Dr Agabus Manasseh in a one-day interface with media professionals in Jos, Plateau State, themed “Media: A Tool for Sustainable Development.”

Dr Agabus emphasized the pivotal role of media partnerships in disseminating vital information about PLASCHEMA’s health insurance policies, enrollment procedures, and benefits to the populace. He stressed that such collaboration aids in educating citizens about the significance of health insurance coverage and empowers them to make informed decisions concerning their healthcare needs.

Highlighting the media’s potential as a catalyst for policy advocacy, Agabus underscored its capacity to champion policies supportive of PLASCHEMA’s sustainable health insurance programs. Through raising awareness about the importance of governmental backing for healthcare initiatives and advocating for health insurance coverage, the media can sway public opinion and policy formulation in favor of expanding access to quality healthcare services.

“We believe that the media plays a crucial role in ensuring the continuity of social health insurance programs in Plateau State. By effectively communicating information about the benefits, coverage options, enrollment procedures, and updates related to health insurance programs, the media helps raise awareness and educate the public about the importance of health insurance coverage,” Nanfwang affirmed.

Director General also highlighted PLASCHEMA’s major achievements, including clearing arrears in capitation and fee-for-service payments, conducting house-to-house verifications of Basic Healthcare Provision Fund beneficiaries, and securing government funding to subsidize healthcare for the poor and vulnerable individuals across the state. Additionally, partnerships with organizations like Christian Aid and advocacy efforts with local government officials have resulted in increased uptake of health insurance.

Mrs. Ayuku Pwaspo, Chair of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, commended PLASCHEMA for recognizing the pivotal role of media practitioners in promoting and sensitizing the public about the importance of healthcare plans.

Moving forward, PLASCHEMA is actively pursuing collaborations and developing innovative ICT solutions to efficiently manage information systems and data, furthering its mission to achieve universal health coverage in Plateau State.

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Bichi Foundation Settles Registration Fees for 3000 Students

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The Kabir Abubakar Bichi Foundation, led by Honourable Member Representing Bichi Federal Constituency, has disbursed a total of N81,106,152.83 to cover the registration and tuition fees of over 3,000 students at the Federal College of Education (Technical), Bichi and Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi.

According to a statement released on Monday by Zaharadden Bello, Secretary General of the Foundation, 513 undergraduate degree students received full session payments totaling N35,670,253.38.

Bello also disclosed that over 2,000 NCE students benefited from the foundation’s scholarship.

“We’ve disbursed over N35,670,253.38 as full session payments to 513 degree students.

“Additionally, we’ve covered the first-semester registration fees for 2,487 students, totaling N45,435,899.45,” the statement said.

This is not the first time the lawmaker has covered the registration fees for indigenous students of Bichi local government.

In August 2023, the lawmaker paid the registration fee for the second term for 2,299 students of NCE at the Federal College of Education Bichi.

Furthermore, in December 2023, he settled the registration fees for an additional 2,337 students of the college.

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Federal Government Not Considering Any Foreign Military Base

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President Bola Ahmad Tinubu

 

The federal Government says its not considering any foreign military base in Nigeria.

Minister of information Muhammad Idris stated this in a press release issued to newsmen.

The statement reads as follows .

 

The Federal Government is aware of false alarms being raised in some quarters alleging discussions between the Federal Government of Nigeria and some foreign countries on the siting of foreign military bases in the country.

 

We urge the general public to totally disregard this falsehood.

The Federal Government is not in any such discussion with any foreign country. We have neither received nor are we considering any proposals from any country on the establishment of any foreign military bases in Nigeria.

The Nigerian government already enjoys foreign cooperation in tackling ongoing security challenges, and the President remains committed to deepening these partnerships, with the goal of achieving the national security objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda.

 

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