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Kano To Expend 17 % Of 2021 Budget On Health

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By Abdulgafar Oladimeji.

 

Kano state government has appropriated the spending of 17 percent of the 2021 appropriation bill on the health sector, the state commissioner of finance, Dr Lawan Abdulwahab has disclosed.

The commissioner made the disclosure on Tuesday, while addressing a team of nutrition advocates under the aegis of Civil Society Scalling- Up Nutrition in Nigeria, CS-SUNN, who paid an advocacy visit to his office at Audu Bako secretariat, he said “ Kano state has surpassed the Abuja declaration for 15 percent on health, Kano is at 17.5 percent.”

He further expressed that the state government has further resolve and made commitments not to retreat from its massive spending on the health sector.

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He explained that though the challengers centre around scarce resources, he said “ the population is growing at a rapid rate, we now have more people competing for meager resources.

Abdulwahab warned that an appraisal of the number of stunted children in Kano is a threat to the future of the state, “ as a medical doctor, I can state clearly with 37 percent stunted children in Kano, there is a problem, a stunted child is a problem to himself and to the society, If a child does not get what he or she wants at the right time , that child becomes a burden.

“I foresee a problem if we don’t tackle the baseline and do all we can to tackle the problem, honestly, if not, by the time we retire, we will live without an innovative population to inherit the society from us, what is then the future of the society we have so much labored to have built.”

The chairman National Steering Committee, CS-SUNN, Innocent Ekene appealed to the ministry to holistically support the fight against malnutrition through cash backings for approvals

 

He posit that the absence of support from the state finance ministry in the fight against malnutrition would render the whole exercise fruitless.

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Dangote Cement places premium on Community engagement, sustainability in Host communities

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Dangote Cement Plc, is prioritizing  community engagement, empowerment, and environmental stewardship to sustain its upward trajectory,

The cement manufacturing firm said it believed that true progress is measured not only by economic prosperity but also by the holistic development of all stakeholders.

The Plant Director of Dangote Cement Plc Obajana, Mr. Azad Nawabuddin, who disclosed this during a media chat in Obajana, said that the relationship between Dangote Cement and its host communities and other stakeholders transcends transactional exchanges as it is built on a foundation of trust, mutual respect, and shared aspirations.

“The communities in which we operate are not just beneficiaries; they are our partners in progress,” he affirmed.

While reaffirming the company’s commitment to its host communities, Nawabuddin, who recently moved from the Ibese plant, emphasized that the company would collaborate with key stakeholders in Obajana to implement impactful projects.

He said crucial to the vision is the empowerment of residents through skills development and capacity-building initiatives. “We recognize the importance of equipping community members with the requisite skills to thrive in today’s competitive landscape,” Nawabuddin asserted.

The Dangote Cement boss said this will enhance employability and foster entrepreneurship among youth and women in the host communities.

With a steadfast commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainable development, Nawabuddin outlined initiatives to strengthen the bond between Dangote Cement and the communities. He emphasized that the company views its host communities as partners.

“In terms of community engagement, we will hold meetings to explore avenues for supporting them, including opportunities for businesses and contracts. The communities are integral partners for us. Through dialogue with them, we aim to execute significant projects that will bring them lasting benefits,” he stated.

Nawabuddin also stressed the importance of environmental stewardship and sustainable practices in Dangote Cement’s operations. “We are custodians of the environment, and it is our duty to ensure that our activities leave a positive impact on the ecosystem,” he added.

Nawabuddin explained that in addition to socio-economic development is the importance of addressing security concerns in the host communities. He said through collaborative efforts with law enforcement agencies and community-based initiatives, security risks will be mitigated, and the well-being of residents will be upheld.

“We are working closely with local authorities and community leaders to enhance security measures and create a safe and conducive environment for all,” he added.

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Kano-Kaduna-Abuja Passengers Spent Night In Kaduna Due to Traffic Jam

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Some passengers traveling from Abuja to Kano found themselves stranded in Gwanin Gora town, Kaduna State, due to a traffic jam.

An eyewitness and passenger, Dr. Lado Bala, informed NIGERIAN TRACKER that they had been stranded since 3 AM with no indication of movement.

Regarding the cause of the traffic jam, Dr. Bala mentioned that it may be attributed to an unknown accident that occurred further down the road.

As of the time of reporting, no security agency had responded to clear the jam.

The Kano-Abuja-Kaduna Express is a major Nigerian road that links Northern and Southern Nigeria.

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Nigeria Tracker Congratulates Sarkin Bai Mansur Mukhtar On Wedding of His Daughter Amina

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The wedding ceremony

 

The management of Nigeria Tracker Communications, publishers of Nigerian Tracker online newspaper, has extended its congratulatory message to the family of Nigeria’s former Minister of Finance and Vice President of the Islamic Development Bank ,Dr Mansur Mukhtar on the wedding of his daughter, Amina Mansur Mukhtar.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Editor-in-Chief and CEO of the leading online newspaper, Abbas Yushau Yusuf.

The wedding fatiha and solemnization which took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, had in attendance family, friends, and well-wishers, with a dowry of $1000.

On behalf of the board of directors of Nigeria Tracker Communications, we wish the couple a happy married life and Allah’s blessings, and success to the entire Sarkin Bai of Kano’s family, Dr. Mansur Mukhtar.

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