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Water restored to 5 Kano LGA’s after a decade of shortage
Water restored to 5 Kano LGA’s after a decade of shortage
Potable drinking water has been successfully restored to Danbatta, Makoda, and Minjibir in Kano’s North Senatorial District, ending a decade-long water shortage.
The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Water Resources, Alhaji Haruna Doguwa, during a tour of the three local government areas to evaluate the progress of water supply restoration.
Doguwa reaffirmed the commitment of Gov. Abba Kabir Yusuf to ensuring reliable access to drinking water across all regions of Kano State.
He disclosed that mini water treatment plants in semi-urban areas had been fully rehabilitated, and water supply to the affected communities has resumed.
Doguwa confirmed that water was now flowing in Kunya, Kilawa, and Wailare villages in Makoda and Minjibir Local Government Areas, with efforts in place to ensure the steady supply of water to Danbatta.
“These villages have gone without water for over eight years, despite having piped connections. Neglect from past administrations led to the deterioration of the water treatment plants,” he explained.
Doguwa added that inspections are ongoing in the affected villages to address issues such as rust and leaks in the pipes, which resulted from years of disuse.
He emphasized that these efforts align with Gov. Abba Kabir Yusuf’s vision of revitalizing the state’s water infrastructure and ensuring the continuous provision of clean water for the residents.
Additionally, Doguwa confirmed that water supply to Danbatta would be fully restored within the next week. The current challenge, he noted, is a blockage in a water valve along the Danbatta Thomas Dam, but work is already underway to resolve the issue.
The Commissioner also stated that the government would take strong action against any diversion of water meant for consumption to irrigation purposes.
Some of the residents who spoke to our correspondent expressed their gratitude for the return of water, describing it as “life-saving.”
The Chairman of Minjibir Local Government Area, Malam Jibrin Nalado, expressed appreciation for the provision of a borehole, stating that for many years, the people struggled to access water. He commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for fulfilling his campaign promises.
“We thank God and the government for this gesture. Now, we are all happy to see water flowing in our community,” he said.
Abubakar Iliyasu, a resident of Kunya community in Minjibir, shared his excitement, stating that he had not seen water flow from a tap in over 10 years until it was restored last week.
Malam Sani Wailare of Wailare town in Makoda Local Government Area also expressed his gratitude to the state government, the Commissioner for Water Resources, and the new local government chairman for their efforts in restoring water supply to multiple communities within months.
“We had boreholes in many communities, but they dried up over the past 10 years, leaving us with no choice but to buy water,” he explained.
Musa Isa, a resident of Kilawa village in Danbatta Local Government Area, also shared the hardships faced by the community, explaining that for years, residents had to walk long distances to fetch water or rely on a few wells in the area.
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The leadership of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has marked its one year in office with the public presentation of its stewardship report.
The report, presented by the Chairman of the chapel, Alhaji Murtala Adewale, at the NUJ Press Centre, Kano, highlighted achievements in welfare, professional development and institutional reforms.
According to Adewale, members’ welfare was prioritised, with ₦500,000 direct support to 10 members, ₦8.5 million loan facilities, two Hajj slots, ₦2 million medical intervention for a member, and Ramadan food distribution worth ₦2.5 million.
He said the executive also secured an additional ₦30,000 monthly allowance for members, bringing total direct financial benefits to ₦9.5 million within the year under review.
On professional development, the chairman listed initiatives such as the Tea Break Platform for networking, a four-day retreat in Kaduna, and the Distinguished Awards of Excellence to honour veteran journalists and past leaders.
The chapel also established a Cooperative Society with ₦10 million capital, installed an Olympic-standard table tennis facility, and produced a Government Compendium showcasing Kano State’s development strides.
Office improvements included unlimited 5G internet, DSTV subscription, a cleaner for the premises, procurement of an electric kettle, reactivation of the chapel’s bank account, creation of an official Facebook page, and provision of refreshments for members.
Adewale attributed the achievements to members’ unity and commitment, pledging to consolidate the gains with more programmes to enhance welfare, strengthen ethics and build capacity.
The event was attended by senior journalists, media executives, academics, government representatives and professional bodies, who commended the chapel for institutionalising accountability through the public presentation of its scorecard.
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Kano Line Resuscitation Committee Chairman Felicitates Gov. Abba Kabir Yusuf on Third-Year in Office
The Chairman of the Kano Line Resuscitation Committee, Alh. Saidu Abdullahi Shu’aibu, has congratulated the Executive Governor of Kano State, His Excellency, Alh. Abba Kabir Yusuf, on the occasion of his third year anniversary in office.
In a congratulatory message, Alh. Saidu Abdullahi Shuaibu described the administration of Governor Alh. Abba Kabir Yusuf as purposeful, people-oriented and committed to restoring the lost glory of Kano State across various sectors.
He particularly commended the Governor for his unwavering support and commitment toward the revitalization of Kano Line, nothing that the ongoing reforms and investment in the transportation sector have rekindled hope among workers and the people of the state.
According to him, the efforts of the present administration in improving infrastructure, enhancing public transportation, empowering youths, supporting education, healthcare and promoting economic growth have continued to earn the confidence and support of the people in line with the “Kano First Agenda”.
Alh. Saidu Abdullahi Shuaibu further prayed for Almaighty Allah continued guidance, wisdom and protection upon Governor Alh. Abba Kabir Yusuf as he continues to steer the affairs of Kano State toward greater development and prosperity.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the Kano Line Resuscitation Committee to support the administration’s vision of transforming the transportation sector for the benefit of the people of Kano State.
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The Civil Society – Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) has organized a two-day capacity-building workshop for stakeholders in Kano State on the use of the National Nutrition Budget Tracking System (NNBTS).
The training, held at Tahir Guest Palace, brought together key actors in the health and nutrition sector to enhance accountability and strengthen nutrition financing across the state.
During a presentation titled “Overview of Nutrition Financing in Nigeria: State Trend Analysis Review”, CS-SUNN official Jibrin Okpaji stressed that government interventions at all levels are vital for tackling malnutrition and its associated challenges.
Okpaji noted that sustained investment in nutrition is essential for improving public health and reducing preventable deaths among vulnerable populations.
He emphasized the need for stakeholders to acquire the technical expertise to effectively use the NNBTS, which would bolster advocacy for increased budgetary allocations and promote transparency in resource management.
Abdulrahman Abdullahi, Secretary of CS-SUNN Katsina State Chapter, described the NNBTS platform as a key tool for evidence-based planning, monitoring, and accountability in nutrition programs.
The training featured live demonstrations of the portal, practical exercises on data entry and reporting, and the generation of scorecards, analytical reports, and policy briefs using sample data.
Participants also developed state-level implementation frameworks and action plans for the effective adoption of the system.
In his goodwill message, CS-SUNN Kano Coordinator Salman Mohammad urged participants to fully utilize the training to achieve its objectives.
Stakeholders described the workshop as timely and crucial for strengthening nutrition governance and improving coordination among actors in Nigeria’s nutrition ecosystem under initiatives led by CS-SUNN and its partners.
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