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Naval chief inaugurates hostel, borehole for physically-challenged Kano children
The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, has inaugurated a new hostel block and solar-powered borehole built for Torrey Home for Handicapped Children in Tudun Maliki Quarters, Kumbotso Local Government Area of the state.
Speaking at the event on Tuesday, Ogalla said that the project was a product of a Civil-Military engagement aimed at fostering harmonious relations between the Navy and local communities.
He said the project was executed under the Chief of Naval Staff Special Intervention Quick Impact Project Scheme (CNSSIQIPS) in honour of Rear Admiral Idi Abbas, a senior research fellow, Nigerian Army Heritage Center, Abuja.
The naval chief was represented at the event by the Director, Civil Military Relations, Navy, Rear Admiral Michael Igwe.
He said that Civil-Military Cooperation, both traditionally and globally, involves the collaboration between the military and civil society to achieve strategic military objectives and mission.
“In line with this, the Naval chief launched the Special Quick Intervention Project in 2024.
“The initiative aims to further the Nigerian Navy’s reinvigorated Civil-Military Cooperation mandate and support the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
“These projects not only honour the Navy’s distinguished senior officers but also demonstrate the Navy’s commitment to serving the Nigerian people beyond its primary role of securing lives and property,” he said.
He also said that the hostel comprised four rooms with toilets, a matron’s room, and a borehole.
According to him, the project aligns with the vision of President Bola Tinubu, and reflects the goals of the Quick Impact Projects initiated by Ogalla.
He said that in keeping with the tenets of civil-military cooperation, the people of Tudun Maliki and Kano State would continue to collaborate with the Navy and other security agencies to eliminate threats to the collective wellbeing of Nigerians.
Earlier, the Project Facilitator, Rear Admiral Idi Abbas, said the initiative, under the CNSSIQIPS, marked a significant day for humanity, the Nigerian Navy and, indeed the good people of Kano State.
Abbas said that the Nigerian Navy values the co-operation, support and goodwill it receives across the country in general and particularly where it operates or has bases and units.
“It is pertinent to state that the Nigerian Navy has its Logistics School at Dawakin Tofa and has many sons and daughters of this state in its service.
“As a way of saying thank you for the sacrifices of the sons and daughters of this state in the Nigerian Navy, and to particularly honour me, having reached the zenith of my carrier in the Navy, this project was approved by CNS.
“The project aligns with CNS’s vision of fostering security development and strong relationship with the civilian populace.
“This project was chosen by me to better humanity by giving children with disabilities a modest living space.
“Some of the children in this home are not only physically challenged but also orphans with no known relatives,” Abbas said.
He, therefore, appealed for a collective support for the home “in caring for these great children”.
In a remark, Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf, represented by the Director-General Special Duties, Air Vice Marshall Ibrahim Umar (rtd.), lauded the naval chief and the project facilitator for the kind gesture.
The governor called on individuals, philanthropists and organisations to render help and care to the children so as to give them the comfort and feeling that they remain part of society.
“It is my belief that all the children with disabilities have the right to have access to quality education to achieve their full potential and participate in societal development.
“Here in Kano, we make sure that these children with disabilities enjoy inclusive education, which refers to an approach that aims to provide all children, including those with special needs and disabilities, equal access to quality education,” he said.
The governor further said that plans were being concluded to inaugurate the People Living with Disabilities Commission to affirm the administration’s commitment toward supporting physically-challenged children to achieve higher quality life.
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By Aminu Garko
The Emir of Karaye, Dr Muhammad Mahraz, on Monday expressed gratitude to Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State for donating 250 Riyals (N105,000) to 3,345 pilgrims in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Yusuf made the monetary presentation when he visited the pilgrims at their camp on Saturday in Makka.
Mahraz stated this while overseeing the distribution of the money to the pilgrims on Monday in Makka.
The Emir urged the pilgrims to reciprocate the governor’s gesture by praying for his guidance, and well-being as well as socio-economic and political growth of the state and country.
He commended Yusuf for providing free meals to pilgrims in Makkah and Mina, adding that the gesture had enabled them to perform their Hajj rituals without stress.
” I strongly appeal to clerics and local liaison officers to continue guiding pilgrims in the holy land. Pilgrims should always carry their documents with them wherever they go.
In a related development, Kano State Pilgrims observing the 2025 Hajj in Makka on Monday, expressed gratitude to Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano for the gift of 250 Riyals to each of them.
Alhaji Nadada Rano, from Rano Local Government Area, lauded Yusuf for the gift to all the pilgrims from the state.
Rano said after receiving the 250 Riyals that this assistance will significantly support the upkeep of pilgrims in the holy land.
“I used my gratuity to pay for a Hajj seat to enable me to fulfil my religious obligation.”
“Yusuf has demonstrated that he is a leader who cares for the yearnings and aspirations of those who came for the Hajj,“he said.
As a retired Environmental Health Officer, Rano dedicated his gratuity to performing the Hajj pilgrimage.
He pledged to continue praying for the governor’s political commitment, particularly in ensuring prompt payment of retired workers’ benefits.
“This gesture highlights the governor’s efforts to support pilgrims from Kano State, demonstrating his commitment to their welfare during the Hajj season.
“The donation is expected to alleviate some financial burdens on the pilgrims, allowing them to focus on their spiritual journey.
Alhaji Nura Haladu, from Gwale Local Government Area, said that the governor’s support would alleviate some of the challenges faced by pilgrims.
He specifically commended Yusuf for providing essential services to pilgrims, including free meals, bottled water, assorted drinks and mobile clinics.
Haladu commended the governor’s donation of 250 Riyals and appreciated his efforts to cater to the needs and aspirations of pilgrims in the holy land.
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By Muhammad Nur Tijani
The maiden edition of the Qur’anic Recitation Competition held in a posthumous honour of the late Hajiya Abibatu Mogaji, mother of President Bola Tinubu, has concluded with the presentation of life-changing gifts to outstanding participants.
The event, which brought together parents, scholars, and community leaders, recognised exceptional children who had memorised and recited the Qur’an with eloquence and devotion.
Speaking at the event, the organiser, the Senior Special Adviser to the President on Senate, Sen. Bashir Lado, announced that four winners of the top prize, referred to as “crown winners”, were each awarded a house as a foundation for their future.
“This is not just a reward but a responsibility. Let the homes shelter the children, and let them be filled with light, learning and the remembrance of Allah.
“In addition to the homes, motorcycles and tricycles were presented to families of the participants to support their livelihoods.
“No one ever ate any food better than that which he earned with his own hands,” a hadith of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was quoted during the ceremony, underscoring the dignity of work and self-reliance,” he said.
Lado said that the winners would be given full academic scholarships, up to university level, for the crown winners.
According to him, the scholarships were facilitated through the support of Qatar Charity.
The presidential aide urged the beneficiaries to use the opportunity to grow intellectually and spiritually.
The organiser added that the four top performers were also granted fully sponsored trips to perform lesser pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
Lado explained that the late Hajiya Abibatu Mogaji, in whose memory the competition was organised, was remembered for her contributions to society.
He said that prayers were offered for her soul, asking Allah to forgive her shortcomings and grant her Al-Jannah Firdaus.
Lado also reminded parents of the importance of guiding their children and managing the gifts received with responsibility and purpose.
“To every mother, your sacrifices are not hidden from Allah. If your child has recited the Qur’an, know that you will wear a crown of light on the Day of Judgment,” he stated.
The male category the first person was given a house, a full scholarship up to university and the female got house, scholarship and scholarship upto university.
Earlier, the Chairman of Kano Council of Ulama”s, Sheikh Ibrahim Khalil, said that the event served as a call to place the Qur’an at the centre of individual and communal life.
He expressed hope that the young reciters would grow to become leaders of faith and knowledge in the Ummah.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that in the male category, the first-place winner received a house and a full scholarship up to University level and N1 million.
The female winner also got a house and a full university scholarship and she received N1 million among other gifts.
Other winners in the various categories also got deep freezers, industrial sewing machines, tricycles, motorcycles, and copies of a digital Qur’an.
NAN also reports that the fully funded scholarship to 30 participants was awarded by Qatar Charity Foundation.
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Pope Francis died on Monday aged 88, a day after making a much hoped-for appearance at Saint Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday, the Vatican said in a statement.
“Dearest brothers and sisters, it is with deep sorrow that I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis,” said Cardinal Kevin Farrell in the statement published by the Vatican on its Telegram channel.
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