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1,000 couples receive guidance ahead of mass wedding in Katsina
The Katsina State Government, in collaboration with an NGO, Al-Usra Marital Support Foundation, on Thursday organised an intensive pre-marital counselling and training for about 1,000 intending couples.
The exercise, held in Katsina, Daura and Funtua zones, was part of preparations for a mass wedding, ‘Auren Gata’, an initiative of the state government, scheduled for April 25.
The Chairperson of the Foundation, Dr Murjanatu Ibrahim-Duwan, said that the training was aimed at strengthening family values and reducing divorce in the society.
She said that the foundation was partnering with relevant authorities to prepare couples, representing 2,000 individuals, for the planned mass wedding.
Ibrahim-Duwan added that the initiative was designed to equip the intending couples with the knowledge and skills required to build stable and successful marriages.
She said that the couples were earlier screened by the state Ministry of Women Affairs to ensure they are fit and ready for marriage.
She said that the training exercise had been divided into three zones, Malumfashi, Daura and Katsina, to allow participants from different locations conveniently attend the sessions.
“The training is to prepare the couples for a successful married life by educating them on their responsibilities to one another and the importance of mutual understanding in marriage,” she said.
Ibrahim-Duwan added that the sessions also provided guidance on Islamic perspectives on marriage, conflict resolution and ways to maintain harmony in the home.
She noted that participants would receive certificates, which would serve as a requirement for participation in the mass wedding.
The chairperson further explained that the ministry of women affairs compiled and verified the list of screened couples after conducting medical tests and other necessary evaluations.
She expressed optimism that the initiative would contribute significantly to reducing marital disputes and strengthening family institutions in the state.
Earlier, the Hisbah Commander in the state, Dr Aminu Usman (Abu Ammar), said that the initiative, the first in the state, would help in reducing immorality.
He said that the state government would also provide the couples with all the necessary support needed for marriage, and also a capital for the groom to start a business.
Usman said that after the wedding, the board would continue to monitor the couples, to ensure a true and peaceful marriage.
The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Aisha Aminu-Malumfashi, said the initiative was to prevent the beneficiaries, especially women, from falling into immorality.
Represented by Amina Sada-Mashi, the Spokesperson of the ministry, the Commissioner said that the beneficiaries were made to undergo a thorough screening, such as genotype, HIV and other health issues.
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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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