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Int’l Adolescent Week: Kano Govt Increases Adolescent, Youth-Friendly Health Services Across The State
Int’l Adolescent Week: Kano Govt Increases Adolescent, Youth-Friendly Health Services Across The State
Kano State government has reiterated its commitments to ensuring that every Adolescent in the state has a Voice and access to approximate care.
The state Commissioner for Health Dr Abubakar Labaran Yusuf stated this to Newsmen in commemoration with 2026 International Adolescent Health Week in Kano.
He said the theme of this year event “Nothing About Us Without Us: Power, Voice and Health Equity for All Adolescents.” is inline with Kano state government commitment to ensuring that every adolescent is heard, respected and supported to access quality health services.
” Our message is clear every adolescent deserves to be heard, treated with dignity and supported to live a healthy life.This year’s theme calls for meaningful adolescent participation in decisions that affect their health and future.” The Commissioner said
According to Dr Abubakar Labaran Yusuf Adolescents must have opportunities to shape the programmes intended to serve them, from planning and implementation to monitoring and feedback, adding that the health and well-being of adolescents are central to Kano State’s development.
He said the Kano State Ministry of Health remains committed to improving access to quality, equitable and adolescent-friendly health services. These include sexual and reproductive health information and services, mental health support, prevention of sexually transmitted infections, menstrual health, nutrition, and prevention of gender-based violence.
The Commissioner Pointed out that, as part of the commemoration, the Ministry, in collaboration with development partners and relevant stakeholders, will undertake sensitisation, advocacy, capacity building and community engagement activities across the State. These engagements will bring together adolescents, health workers, parents, traditional and religious leaders, and other community stakeholders to improve awareness and promote access to appropriate care.
” We are pleased to report significant progress in expanding access to Adolescent and Youth-Friendly Health Services across Kano State. The number of health facilities providing these services has increased from 340 to 743. This growth reflects our continued commitment to making adolescent-friendly health services more accessible to young people across the State.” Dr Labaran added
The Commissioner further said that kano state government will continue to strengthen these services and promote adolescent involvement in the planning, implementation and monitoring of programmes. This commitment requires responsive services, respectful engagement and sustained collaboration among government, health providers and communities.
“I call on parents and caregivers to listen to young people and support them in seeking timely care. Health workers are encouraged to provide respectful and quality services. Traditional and religious leaders, educators and community organisations are urged to support informed discussion and address barriers that prevent adolescents from accessing appropriate health information and services.” The Commissioner Urged
” To our adolescents and young people your voice matters. Participate in these engagements, seek reliable health information and contribute to decisions that affect your well-being.” Dr Labaran Called
The Commissioner thanked Traditional Rulers, Development Partners and other Stakeholders for their support in the health sector across the state.
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Governor Abba Commissions Quick Response Squad of Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse
Governor Abba Commissions Quick Response Squad of Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse
The Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially commissioned a modern Quick Response Squad for the Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, reiterating his administration’s determination to reduce drug abuse in the state to the barest minimum.
This was contained in a press release issued by Mustapha Muhammad, the Chief Press Secretary to the State Governor
Speaking at the event, Governor Yusuf expressed confidence in the ongoing efforts, noting that drug abuse in Kano State has significantly reduced. He praised the chairman and members of the Task Force for their unwavering commitment to achieving the agency’s mission and vision.
”I am the happiest man in Kano today as we continue to push drug abuse down to the barest minimum,” the Governor declared.
He further highlighted that individuals apprehended will undergo skill acquisition and apprenticeship programs designed to keep them meaningfully engaged and prevent a relapse into drug use or illicit activities.
Governor Yusuf, accompanied by the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismaila Falgore, along with other top government officials, was taken on a guided tour of the newly commissioned facility.
Expressing delight at the rapid progress made, the Governor commended the Task Force for its impressive achievements within a short period.
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Governor Abba Commissions Quick Response Squad of Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse
Governor Abba Commissions Quick Response Squad of Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse
The Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially commissioned a modern Quick Response Squad for the Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, reiterating his administration’s determination to reduce drug abuse in the state to the barest minimum.
This was contained in a press release issued by Mustapha Muhammad, the Chief Press Secretary to the State Governor
Speaking at the event, Governor Yusuf expressed confidence in the ongoing efforts, noting that drug abuse in Kano State has significantly reduced. He praised the chairman and members of the Task Force for their unwavering commitment to achieving the agency’s mission and vision.
”I am the happiest man in Kano today as we continue to push drug abuse down to the barest minimum,” the Governor declared.
He further highlighted that individuals apprehended will undergo skill acquisition and apprenticeship programs designed to keep them meaningfully engaged and prevent a relapse into drug use or illicit activities.
Governor Yusuf, accompanied by the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismaila Falgore, along with other top government officials, was taken on a guided tour of the newly commissioned facility.
Expressing delight at the rapid progress made, the Governor commended the Task Force for its impressive achievements within a short period.
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Governor Abba Commissions Quick Response Squad of Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse
Governor Abba Commissions Quick Response Squad of Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse
The Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially commissioned a modern Quick Response Squad for the Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, reiterating his administration’s determination to reduce drug abuse in the state to the barest minimum.
This was contained in a press release issued by Mustapha Muhammad, the Chief Press Secretary to the State Governor
Speaking at the event, Governor Yusuf expressed confidence in the ongoing efforts, noting that drug abuse in Kano State has significantly reduced. He praised the chairman and members of the Task Force for their unwavering commitment to achieving the agency’s mission and vision.
”I am the happiest man in Kano today as we continue to push drug abuse down to the barest minimum,” the Governor declared.
He further highlighted that individuals apprehended will undergo skill acquisition and apprenticeship programs designed to keep them meaningfully engaged and prevent a relapse into drug use or illicit activities.
Governor Yusuf, accompanied by the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismaila Falgore, along with other top government officials, was taken on a guided tour of the newly commissioned facility.
Expressing delight at the rapid progress made, the Governor commended the Task Force for its impressive achievements within a short period.
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