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KOLAWOLE OMONIYI is a hard working, solution driven male accustomed to working with minimal supervision in fast-paced media and social environments. Prefers be called KBOBO. He has the ability to multi-task with over 14 years hands on experience on various media projects ranging from journalism, broadcasting, public relations to marketing roles in various media organizations in Kano city and the entire country at large. He holds a master degree holder in public relations and post graduate diploma in mass communication, both at Bayero University Kano and Higher National Diploma HND in mass communication at Osun state Polytechnic with Honors. He is a New Manager of three radio stations in Nigeria (Cool fm, Wazobia fm and Arewa Radio). Proud father and husband with so much respect for the family and the journalism profession, born 10th of June in the 80’s.
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Gender Barriers Threaten Maternity Services Across Northern Nigeria
Gender barriers are threatening maternity services across Northern Nigeria, where socio-cultural and religious factors prevent women from receiving medical care from male healthcare providers. This has led to inadequate female skilled birth attendants and a gender imbalance in the health sector. Incidents such as a man divorcing his wife for being attended by a male doctor during childbirth highlight the severity of the issue. The reluctance of men to allow male workers to treat their wives, even for simple tasks like checking blood pressure, has resulted in a concentration of female health workers in urban areas, leaving rural areas underserved. Efforts to address the imbalance include enrolling only female students in midwifery schools and introducing community midwifery programs. Despite these initiatives, the Maternal Mortality Ratio remains alarmingly high in the region, and the shortage of midwives is acute, with the UNFPA reporting that Nigeria needs 70,000 more midwives to tackle the deficit. The article also discusses the role of traditional birth attendants and the state governments' struggle to train female healthcare providers while balancing cultural and religious barriers.
Katsina Police Repel Terrorist Attack, Kill One
The Katsina Police Command successfully repelled a terrorist attack at Gago Village in Dutsinma Local Government Area. Approximately 40 terrorists attacked the village, rustling 50 cows. The police engaged in a gun battle, killing one terrorist while others fled with gunshot wounds. The police recovered the stolen cows and displayed the corpse of the terrorist.
Mob Lynch Suspect Over Alleged Beheading Of 6-Year-Old Boy In Kano
A 25-year-old man named Abdullahi, accused of beheading a six-year-old boy, Mohammed Nabiyu, was lynched by a mob in Kanwa village, Kano State. The suspect, who had previously worked for the victim's family, allegedly committed the crime during a visit to the village. The village head, Umar Maitama Yusuf, reported that the mob overpowered the police and vigilante group to carry out the lynching. The victim's body was confirmed dead and prepared for burial according to Islamic rites, while the suspect's body was taken to a hospital mortuary for further investigation.
24-hour Curfew Over in Kano
Residents of Kano State can resume normal activities as the 24-hour curfew imposed on Wednesday has been lifted. The curfew followed the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal's ruling that declared All Progressives Congress candidate Nasir Yusuf Gawuna as the winner of the 18 March election, overturning Governor Abba Yusuf's victory. Governor Yusuf plans to appeal the ruling within the stipulated 14 days.
Governor Yusuf to Appeal Kano Tribunal Ruling
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State plans to appeal the tribunal ruling that directed INEC to withdraw his Certificate of Return, citing the judgment as faulty. The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) rejected the verdict, calling it a miscarriage of justice, while the APC praised the ruling and expressed readiness for the appeal. The tribunal found that INEC erroneously added 165,663 votes to Governor Yusuf's tally, which were invalidated due to unstamped and unsigned ballot papers.
559 Jigawa Pilgrims Survive Max Air Emergency Landing at Kano Airport
About 559 Hajj pilgrims from Jigawa State narrowly avoided a disaster when their Max Air plane, en route to Saudi Arabia, made an emergency landing at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport after being struck by lightning. The Boeing 747, carrying 559 passengers and 21 crew members, is currently grounded at the Kano airport. Max Air's Kano Manager, Bello Ramadan, confirmed the incident and stated that passengers would be transferred to another aircraft. This follows a previous incident in May when another Max Air plane lost tires while landing in Abuja.
IPMAN Warns Against Looming Petrol Scarcity
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) warns of an impending fuel scarcity due to unpaid bridging claims totaling N500 billion. IPMAN's chairman, Alhaji Bashir Danmalam, urges the federal government to ensure the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) pays these claims to avert the crisis.
Kano Developer Seeks N10 bn Compensation over Demolished Property
Lamash Properties Limited is seeking N10 billion in compensation from the Kano State government for the demolition of Daula Hotel, a nearly completed mall, and residential buildings. The developer claims the property was part of a public-private partnership project agreed upon during the tenure of former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of the APC. The demolition occurred over the weekend, following the NNPP's victory in the recent governorship election.
How Poor Primary Health Care Increases Maternal Mortality in Kano
Poor primary health care in Kano State, Nigeria, has led to increased maternal mortality, with many health centers closing early and lacking weekend services. Residents often travel long distances or disguise themselves to access medical care in neighboring Jigawa State. The state has about 1,200 primary health care centers, but only a fraction operates 24-hour services. The Kano State government plans to recruit more medical workers and improve primary health care services to decongest general hospitals.
The COVID Racket: How Health Workers Dump Vaccines to Cover Fraudulent Card Issuance
A growing racket in Nigeria involves health workers issuing fraudulent COVID-19 vaccination cards to travelers without administering the vaccine. The scheme, prevalent at various health centers and airports, is driven by financial incentives and facilitated by backdating records and discarding unused vaccines. Key figures include Alemeke Bright, a ringleader at Lagos Airport, and Esther Monday, a health official in Rivers State. Despite government awareness and task forces, enforcement is weak due to logistical challenges. The fraudulent activities undermine public health efforts and could devalue Nigeria's COVID-19 vaccination data internationally.
Corruption, Irregularities Mar BHCPF Scheme in Kano
The Basic Healthcare Provision Funds (BHCPF) scheme in Kano State is marred by corruption, mismanagement, and inefficiencies, leading to inadequate healthcare services in rural areas. The article highlights the deplorable conditions of healthcare facilities, the diversion of funds, and the unresolved disputes among stakeholders. Despite significant federal funding, the scheme has failed to deliver the intended benefits, resulting in preventable deaths and suffering among the local population. The article calls for improved transparency, accountability, and better healthcare infrastructure to address these issues.
Kano Government Laments Diversion of Mosquito Nets
The Kano State government's efforts to combat malaria are hindered by residents' misuse of insecticide-treated nets, with many using them for non-intended purposes due to economic hardship. Despite distributing millions of nets and malaria prevention drugs, malaria cases and related mortalities remain high. Officials express frustration over the resistance to change and the economic factors driving the diversion of resources.
Igbos must remain in the North, Kano Governor insist
Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of Kano state emphasized that Igbos in Northern Nigeria will remain, rejecting ethnic prejudice and secession. He highlighted the importance of unity and the negative consequences of ethnic agitation, referencing the civil war and Sudan's breakup. The governor praised the reconciliatory meeting between the Igbo Delegates Assembly and the Coalition of Northern Youth Groups, who had issued a quit notice to Igbos but later agreed to pursue peace. The Sultan of Sokoto and other leaders also played a role in promoting unity.
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Health Report on the Discovery of Fresh Polio Cases
Health Report on the Discovery of Fresh Polio Cases
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Kano House of Assembly Political Report
Education Report on Teachers' Mass Protest
Health Report on Pfizer Drug Test Victims in Kano
Human Angle Story on Mass Wedding Sponsored by the State Government
Security report in Kano
Kano Health Report
Health Report in Kano City
Story on Street Begging Prohibition Law
Story on education sector in Kano city.
The Hisbah Board is a religious security agent saddled with the responsibility of preventing forbidden acts in Islamic religion.
Electricity report in Kano city
Story on Local Government Council Poll in Kano City
Story on local government election in Kano city.
Health report of situation of polio virus in Kano city.
Story on power sector in the northern Nigeria
Security Story in Kano
Story of Boko Haram Terrorists in the northern Nigeria.
Polio virus looms in Kano if…
Nigeria, having been removed from the list of polio-endemic countries, faces challenges in maintaining its polio-free status, particularly in Kano State, where the last case was recorded. Stakeholders are concerned about vaccine rejection in remote areas due to community demands for resolution of local issues such as land disputes and leadership conflicts. In Rogo LGA, residents have refused vaccination until their village head is dethroned. In Bunkure LGA, a land dispute has hindered immunization efforts. Some schools also rejected vaccines due to lack of notification. The State government and Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje have intervened, setting up committees and enforcing immunization with police assistance, but resistance persists. The government is urged to address the underlying community issues and improve communication strategies to ensure successful vaccination campaigns.
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