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By Our Correspondent  The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf has lauded Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for renovating and upgrading various health facilities at both primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. The commissioner made the commendation in an exclusive chat with the head of public relations unit of the ministry, Ibrahim Abdullahi, and made available to media outfits, Monday. Dr. Labaran explained that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has made series of promises on healthcare during his electioneering campaign, part of which is the provision of general hospitals in LGAs that have not and functional primary health facility in every political ward across the 44 LGAs in Kano. As a result, the commissioner went further to aver, some health facilities are being upgraded to general hospitals in an effort to fulfilling the promises so as to provide ease to the people especially with regards to their health. Dr. Labaran asserted that it is discourag...

By Our Correspondent  The Kano State Commissioner for Health Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf has been honored with a Certificate of Recognition for Excellence in Public Health Transformation . The award was presented at a Strategic Health Summit held in Abuja, which recognized Heroes of Health across the country. The award, presented by the Adviser to the President on Health, Dr. Salma Anas Ibrahim acknowledges Dr. Yusuf’s outstanding leadership in transforming Kano’s healthcare system. Dr. Abubakar credited the entire team at the Ministry of Health for their hard work and dedication, emphasizing their commitment to building a healthier Kano for all. “We remain committed to building a healthier Kano for all, ensuring that every citizen has access to the quality healthcare they deserve.” The recognition highlights Dr. Yusuf’s tireless efforts to improve the health and well-being of Kano’s citizens through innovative healthcare initiatives. His commitment to addressing pressin...

By Farouk Isa Musa  Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed the Kano State Center for Disease Control and Prevention Law following its passage by the State House of Assembly. A statement issued by Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor's spokesperson disclosed that the Governor assented to the bill at the commencement of the 25th Kano State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House. Speaking, Governor Yusuf restated his administration’s commitment to delivering the dividends of democracy and fostering the rapid socioeconomic development of the state. He emphasized that the government remains steadfast in its efforts to initiate and implement policies and programs aimed at improving the lives of Kano State citizens. Governor Yusuf also expressed appreciation for the unwavering support and cooperation of the people, urging them to sustain the momentum to achieve the administration’s set goals. Prof. Muhammad Abbas is the Director-General Kano State Center ...

By Our Reporter In a significant move to strengthen the healthcare delivery in Kano State, the Private Health Institutions Management Agency (PHIMA) has successfully coopted additional local government areas into ongoing data documentation and routine immunization initiative. The local government areas integrated include Tofa, Gwarzo, Karaye, Rogo, Kiru, Rano, Bunkure, Kura, and Garun Malam . A statement issued by Binta Kabir Usman, the Public Relations Officer of the agency, highlighted that the expansion marks a critical milestone in the Government’s commitment to ensuring comprehensive immunization coverage and accurate health data management. The ongoing exercise, spearheaded by PHIMA and supported by key stakeholders, aims to enhance the accuracy of immunization records and improve vaccine accessibility for children in underserved Communities. By expanding coverage, the initiative seeks to reduce the incidence of preventable diseases and improve overall public health ...

By Aisha Tahir Saraki  The newly-appointed Executive Secretary of Kano State Consumer Protection Council and the other council members have been called upon to resist the temptation of amassing worldly riches and ensure the safety of residents of the state as general consumers. This charge was made by the Director-General Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency Pharm.Gali Sule when friends and well-wishers escorted the newly appointees to the office on Monday. He advised the appointees to be dedicated, honest, and God-fearing while discharging their duties, as their actions and inactions would have greatly affected the people of Kano, positively or otherwise. Being a former Executive Secretary to the State Consumer Protection Council who served between 2014 and 2017, Pharm. Sule urged the new Executive Secretary and his team to partner with relevant stakeholders including the Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON), National Agency for Food and Drug Administration an...

By Farouk Isa Musa  As part of the efforts and commitment of the Kano government to curb maternal and neonatal mortality in the state, the Executive Secretary Hospital Management Board Dr. Mansur Nagoda has on Saturday inaugurated the Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health Committee. Dr. Nagoda said the Board, supported by State Ministry of Health under the leadership of the Commissioner Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf is working round the clock to curtail maternal and neonatal death, which he describes as a critical public health goal that requires a multifaceted approach. The Executive Secretary further stressed that, among the strategies put in place, the Board is making adequate provisions to ensure that all pregnant women have access to regular prenatal check-ups to monitor the health of both mother and baby,  The Hospital Management Board will also promote the presence of skilled healthcare professionals during childbirth to manage complications effectively. Other m...

By Farouk Isa Musa  As part of the efforts and commitment of the Kano government to curb maternal and neonatal mortality in the state, the Executive Secretary Hospital Management Board Dr. Mansur Nagoda has on Saturday inaugurated the Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health Committee. Dr. Nagoda said the Board, supported by State Ministry of Health under the leadership of the Commissioner Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf is working round the clock to curtail maternal and neonatal death, which he describes as a critical public health goal that requires a multifaceted approach. The Executive Secretary further stressed that, among the strategies put in place, the Board is making adequate provisions to ensure that all pregnant women have access to regular prenatal check-ups to monitor the health of both mother and baby,  The Hospital Management Board will also promote the presence of skilled healthcare professionals during childbirth to manage complications effectively. Other measures are ...