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Odyssey foundation trains 115 school girls on tech enterpreneurship in Kano

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Odyssey Educational Foundation, a non governmental organisation, has trained 115 secondary school girls on mobile applications development and tech enterpreneurship in Kano State.

The exercise was being implemented by the Foundation with support of the United States Embassy, Abuja.

The Country Director of the Foundation, Mrs Stella Dennis stated this at the end of the training exercise on Saturday in Kano.

According to her, the mentoring and empowerment programne focused at using technology to solve problems in their neighbourhoods, adding it was also to groom the girls for participation in Technovation, an international challenge for girls.

She said the empowerment of the girl-child in technology would also build self esteem to enable them to use technology to make a difference in the world.

The country director said the programme was providing intervention to equip underprivileged girls, especially those in public schools with 21st century technological skills.

“We target five public and one private schools because we realised that children from remote and under-served communities are mostly found there,” she said.

Earlier, Vivian Okoli, Tech Coordinator of the Kano Center, said the organisation was committed towards the promotion of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education and application among young people, especially the girls.

Okoli, who lauded female students for showcasing their mobile software applications, said the winners would proceed to the semi final stages of the global competition with competitors from other countries in an online platform.

Also, Hajiya Hauwa Sheriff, Deputy Director, Junior Secondary Schools, Kano State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) commended the foundation and the US embassy for their efforts in promoting STEM education.

She said the programme would close up the gender imbalance for female in technology, adding that the board welcomes more collaboration to mentor more girls.

Some of the participants, who spoke at the event, lauded the gesture and promised to step down the knowledge with their peers.

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Journalist Hit by Metal Debris from Ongoing Construction – Kano Govt

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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf

 

The attention of Kano state government has been drawn to a one sided media report bya section of the media revealing that a journalist, with the state own Television station, attached to Government house was hit by a stray bullet.

The incident, which occurred amidst a flurry of misinformation, sparked widespread concern and speculation regarding the safety of journalists covering events at the government house.

However, the government will like to emphatically say that journalists are not under threat in Kano government house. It is however worthy of note to caution journalists to ensure credible source while reporting any development and avoid unnecessary sensational angle that can mislead the public.

For clarity purpose, Naziru Yau, the reporter of the state television station was not hit by any stray bullet.
Instead, he sustained injuries from the metal debris emanating from an ongoing construction at the Kano State Government House, an area that has been barricaded for caution.

The truth of the incident emerged when medical professionals at the government house clinic disclosed the true nature of Mr. Naziru’s injuries.

The journalist, Mr. Naziru, expressed gratitude for the prompt medical attention he received and thanked well-wishers for their concern during his recovery.

Let me emphasized the need for journalists to remain vigilant while carrying out their duties, especially in environments where construction activities pose potential hazards.

We thereby dispel any rumor that had sparked outrage and call for increased safety measures for journalists covering sensitive events.

We also need to underscores the importance of accurate reporting and thorough investigation in mitigating misinformation and maintaining public trust.

In response to the incident, Sanusi Bature the Director General Press at the Kano State Government House have assured the public of their commitment to ensuring the safety of all individuals within the premises and the state in general.

Additionally, have pledged to review and enhance existing safety protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.

As investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the incident, we urge the public to refrain from spreading unsubstantiated claims and to rely on verified information from credible sources.

 

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Journalist Hit by Stray Bullet at Kano Government House

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A stray bullet has struck a journalist from Abubakar Rimi Television, who was serving at Kano Government House.

The journalist, Naziru Idris Yau, confirmed the incident to NIGERIAN TRACKER. He recounted that while they were waiting after a function with some of his colleagues, chatting close to their usual gathering spot at the last Government House gate, he was hit by the bullet.

After an examination at the Government House clinic, the ARTV journalist confirmed to NIGERIAN TRACKER that he is hale and hearty, evident even from his voice.

No security agency or Government House public relations department has yet commented on the incident as of the time of filing this report or the origin of the bullet.

The incident occurred amidst the celebration of World Press Freedom Day, which is observed every 3rd of May by the United Nations.

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End of an era: Reader’s Digest UK closes after 86 years

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Reader’s Digest UK has ceased operations after 86 years of publication. The monthly magazine, known for its health tips, financial advice, and recipes, closed due to the “unforgiving magazine publishing landscape” and the company’s inability to withstand the financial pressures.Once a market leader with a circulation of over 1 million copies per month in the UK in 2000, the publication’s readership had declined sharply in subsequent years, dropping to under 200,000 copies recently.The closure marks the end of an era for the iconic magazine, which was founded in the US in 1922 and first published in the UK in 1938.The editor-in-chief cited the “relentless change” in the media industry and the need for companies to “continuously seek out and implement innovations” to survive.The closure of Reader’s Digest UK serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of adaptability in the face of a rapidly evolving landscape.

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