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6.2 Percent Of Youth Smoke In Kano-Govt

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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf

 

People have been enjoined to desist from cigarette smoking in order to safeguard themselves against the dangers it constitutes in the human body.

The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf dropped the hint in a press briefing to mark the 2024 World No Tobacco Day Celebration.

The Commissioner stated that tobacco is the major risk factor for non-communicable diseases associated with a higher risk of developing severe outcomes from the disease and eventually death.

Dr. Labaran said that identifiable risks from smoking include chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, coronary heart disease, hypertensive heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, renal failure, cancers, intestinal ischemia, among others.

He added that harms from tobacco begin even before birth, as pregnant women who smoke (or as second-hand smoke) give birth to infants at higher risk of congenital disorders, cancer, lung diseases, and sudden death.

“According to the World Health Organization (WHO), globally, tobacco accounts for more than 8 million deaths annually, with more than 7 million of those deaths coming from the direct use of tobacco, while about 1.2 million was as a result of non-smokers who were exposed to second-hand smoke. The WHO report also shows that over 80% of the world’s 1.3 billion tobacco users live in low and middle income countries.

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“Globally, 942 million men and 175 million women aged 15 or older were current smokers. It has been noted recently that the prevalence of tobacco smoking is increasing in sub-Saharan Africa, including Nigeria (Tobacco Atlas, 2018).

“In Nigeria, the 2012 Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS), showed that 5.6% (4.5 million) Nigerians, 15 years and older, were currently using tobacco products of which 3.9% (3.1 million) were current smokers”, he statistically explained.

The Commissioner lamentably explained that a study has shown that youths smoking cigarettes in Kano were 6.2% (boys 11.4%, girls 1.8%), adding that the trend is likely occurring because of the income growth and increasing cigarette affordability as well as the tobacco industry’s strategy of aggressive marketing in those countries.

Dr. Labaran frowned that unless governments implement stronger tobacco control policies, including creating more awareness on the danger of tobacco smoking and raise the taxes to increase prices of tobacco products among other measures, tobacco smoking will continue to rise.

He noted with satisfaction that since the inception of the administration of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, in collaboration with partners and other stakeholders remarkable achievements in the fight against tobacco smoking in the state have been recorded including training of law enforcement officers from several law enforcement agencies on enforcing the National Tobacco Control Act (NTC) 2015 that contains several provisions that provides protection of children such as the ban on sale and purchase of tobacco and tobacco products by minors.

In a statement signed by Ibrahim Abdullahi Kano state ministry of health public relations officer said Others, according to the Commissioner, include the currently conducting Data on Youth and Tobacco in Africa (DaYTA) survey for adolescents aged between 10-17 years, planning between the ministries of health and education to begin the establishment of Tobacco-Free Clubs in some selected secondary schools as well as planning by the ministry of health to sensitize owners and managers of public places (both and outdoors) like hotels, motor parks, markets etc on the enforcement of the smoke-free provision of the NTC Act and Regulations.

 

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Kano Commissioner Sponsors 500 Students for NCE Program

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The Commissioner of Land & Physical Planning, Hon. Abduljabbar M. Umar, has announced the sponsorship of 500 students from all 44 local governments of Kano State to embark on a three-year NCE program at Sa’adatu Rimi College of Education, Kano State. This effort supports the Executive Governor of Kano, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, and underscores the administration’s commitment to enhancing education.

At the occasion, organized by the Friends of Governor Abba K. Yusuf, Hon. Abduljabbar Umar emphasized the importance of collective and individual support for education at all levels. He praised Governor Yusuf for declaring a State of Emergency in Education and prioritizing the improvement of educational standards in Kano State.

The sponsorship initiative is seen as a significant step towards elevating the quality of education in the state, reflecting the administration’s dedication to fostering educational development.

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Special Adviser to Governor Yusuf Congratulates the Governor on NUT’s Golden Award

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The Special Adviser to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Cooperative Groups, Jamilu Abbas, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Governor for receiving the prestigious Golden Award from the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT). The award was presented during the 2024 World Teachers’ Day celebration, held in Abuja.

The NUT Golden Award is a testament to Governor Yusuf’s commitment to education and his administration’s significant strides in improving the welfare of teachers and the quality of education in Kano State. The Governor’s policies, aimed at enhancing the teaching profession, have not gone unnoticed, earning him national recognition on such a prominent platform.

In a congratulatory message, Jamilu Abbas praised Governor Yusuf’s dedication to uplifting the standard of education in the state. He highlighted various initiatives implemented by the Governor’s administration, including the renovation of schools, provision of teaching materials, and a focus on teacher training programs. According to Abbas, these efforts have made Kano State a model for educational reforms in Northern Nigeria.

Abbas also acknowledged the Governor’s ongoing support for teachers’ welfare, stating that his administration has ensured timely payment of salaries and benefits, as well as improved working conditions for educators. These actions have boosted the morale of teachers across the state, creating a more conducive learning environment for students.

The World Teachers’ Day celebration, which took place in Abuja, saw the participation of various state governors, educators, and educational stakeholders from across the country. The event served as a platform to honor teachers’ dedication to nurturing the next generation and recognize individuals and governments that have shown exceptional support for education.

Jamilu Abbas expressed optimism that Governor Yusuf’s award will inspire further advancements in the state’s educational sector. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to sustaining these efforts and ensuring that teachers continue to receive the support they need to perform their vital role in society.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Golden Award is not just a personal achievement; it is a victory for Kano State and all the teachers who work tirelessly to shape the future of our children,” Abbas said. “This recognition underscores the Governor’s vision of making education a priority in his administration, and we remain committed to this cause.”

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Kano Commissioner of Works Hails Governor Yusuf’s NUT Golden Award

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Kano State Commissioner for Works, Engineer Marwan Ahmad, has praised Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for receiving the Golden Award from the Nigeria Union of Teachers during the 2024 World Teachers’ Day celebration held in Abuja.

Engineer Marwan Ahmad made this statement in an interview with Abba Hamisu of Time Base Television.

The commissioner said the award is a testament to Governor Yusuf’s untiring efforts in improving infrastructure in Kano’s primary schools, which had been in a state of dilapidation for the past eight years.

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He added that the governor has renovated hundreds of schools in the state and provided infrastructure like desks and instructional materials.

The commissioner also noted that, in addition to primary schools, the governor is working tirelessly to ensure the renovation of all schools in the state, including secondary and post-secondary institutions.

He said the Golden Award given to Governor Yusuf by the NUT is a significant acknowledgment of the governor’s strides in infrastructure development across the state.

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