ACCE HOST IT 24TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN KADPOLY

Africa Council for Communication Education Nigeria Chapter proudly hosted its 24th International Conference or Annual General Meeting at the Department of Mass Communication in Kaduna Polytechnic. Today, the conference welcomed a diverse audience consisting of guests and over 250 students.

The primary focus of this prestigious event was to enlighten and educate participants on the crucial topic of communication freedom, issues, and available options in the fast-evolving Digital era. Held from the 25th to the 26th of October 2023, the meeting provided a platform for experts, scholars, and enthusiasts to exchange ideas, perspectives, and innovative approaches.

The conference showcased a diverse range of discussions, presentations, and workshops dedicated to exploring the challenges and opportunities faced by communication professionals in the digital landscape. Keynote speakers delved into topics such as the impact of social media on public discourse, digital censorship, the rise of fake news, and the ethical considerations in digital communication.

Participants actively engaged in interactive sessions, passionately debating the boundaries of free speech, exploring technological advancements, and addressing the ethical responsibilities of communicators in the digital age. The conference also provided a unique space for networking and collaboration, facilitating the exchange of experiences and best practices among attendees.

Dr. Amina Sani, the Conference Chair, expressed her delight in the success of the event. She emphasized the importance of promoting communication education and ensuring that future generations of communicators are well-equipped to navigate the challenges and harness the opportunities presented by the digital revolution.

The Africa Council for Communication Education Nigeria Chapter takes immense pride in fostering the growth and development of communication education in the region. With the 24th International Conference as a testament to their commitment, the organization looks forward to continuing their efforts in shaping the future of communication in Nigeria and across Africa.

STUDENTS OF KADPOLY SIGN OUT CELEBRATION

The National Diploma 2 Evening students signed out on Saturday, October 2023, in main campus tudun wada after their paper.

The students of the entire prestigious Kaduna polytechnic experiences her warm celebration on her graduation of her evening academic students section.
The students under the core leadership of the SUG President Mangal said the long awaiting day for their graduation has finally come.

Many of the students during an interview with our reporter said, they all appreciate God for his mercy and kindness towards his guidance and care towards their academic right from the beginning down to this point.
Meanwhile, the Dean of the computer science, said he was dissatisfied during the examination period, because despite all the warning and cotton been emphasized, many students still fall victim of this illegal circumstances.
The Dean also solicit to the remaining students that, they should please ahead to the examination codes of conduct the is guiding the polytechnic.

The examination malpractice which has lead to the dismissed of some of their course mate has indeed stand as a means of a lesson to the remaining once.

MADAKIN NUPE CUP BIGINS IN KADPOLY

Kaduna polytechnic begin Madakin Nupe cup in main campus tudun wada involving each college of the institution in other to bring unity among student of kaduna polytechnic.
The competition was organized involving CASSS, NABAMS, Mass communication, CTVE, MAL FARUK FC, Chemical engineering, Computer Science, Quantity Survey and Printing Technology respectively.

MACOSA TEAM

The fixtures for the games

MACOSA VS CHEMICAL ENG.

MAL FARUK FC VS CTVE

CIVIL VS PRINTING TECH

QUANTITY SURVEY VS NABAMS

KASU VS COMPUTER SCIENCE

CASSS VS

Countries with most malariadeaths in 2020*

According to the latest World malaria report, there were 245 million cases of malaria in 2020. The estimated number of malaria deaths stood at 625 000 in 2020.

Over the 2 peak years of the pandemic (2020–2021), COVID-related disruptions led to about 13 million more malaria cases and 63 000 more malaria deaths. The WHO African Region continues to carry a disproportionately high share of the global malaria burden. In 2021 the Region was home to about 95% of all malaria cases and 96% of deaths. Children under 5 years of age accounted for about 80% of all malaria deaths in the Region.

Six African countries accounted for just over half of all malaria deaths worldwide: Nigeria (27%), the Democratic Republic of the Congo (12%), Uganda (5%), Mozambique (4%), Angola (3.4%) and Burkina Faso (3.4%).
Malaria is a life-threatening disease spread to humans by some types of mosquitoes. It is mostly found in tropical countries. It is preventable and curable.

The infection is caused by a parasite and does not spread from person to person.

Symptoms can be mild or life-threatening. Mild symptoms are fever, chills and headache. Severe symptoms include fatigue, confusion, seizures, and difficulty breathing.

Infants, children under 5 years, pregnant women, travellers and people with HIV or AIDS are at higher risk of severe infection.

Malaria can be prevented by avoiding mosquito bites and with medicines. Treatments can stop mild cases from getting worse.

Malaria mostly spreads to people through the bites of some infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Blood transfusion and contaminated needles may also transmit malaria. The first symptoms may be mild, similar to many febrile illnesses, and difficulty to recognize as malaria. Left untreated, P. falciparum malaria can progress to severe illness and death within 24 hours.

MACOSA DEFEATS KADPOLY STAFF IN FRIENDLY MATCH

Kaduna polytechnic staff held a friendly football match between Higher National Diploma one of Mass communication department Kaduna polytechnic in main campus tudun wada on Friday.

The match was kicked off at 4pm in kaduna polytechnic main campus school field, and the HND1 team of Mass communication department defeated Kadpoly staff which ended 3-2 to the favor of HND1 mass communication.

According to Joe Isco a student from mass communication department HND2 who was a spectator during the match disclosed that he was impressed by the performance of the staff despite that aged has catch up with some of them.”He also said that HND1 Mass communication didn’t play according to expectation, that he expected the students to keep a clean sheet and use the staff to train but he was supprised that the staff missed a penalty in the game and the match ended 3-2 which is not a good result”.Though the match started with 3-0 before the kadpoly Staff came from behind to score 2 goals. The scorers of the goal from HND1 are Doma kwaghe with 1 goal and opeyemi Idris with two goals which decides the full time of the game.

KADPOLY SUG DONATES SANITARY ITEMS, COMMEMORATES WORLD CLEANING DAY IN GRAND STYLE.

The students union government of Kaduna Polytechnic, led by Comr. Aliyu Muhammad Mangal, has made a generous donation of sanitation materials to commemorate World Cleaning Day. The materials, which include dustbins, brooms, Izal, Hypo, Dettol, Camphor, insecticides, fumigation items, rakes, packer, trash disposal bin and detergents, were handed over to Dr. Aliyu Hassan Ibrahim, the Managing Director of Kadpoly Consult. Present at the event were also Representative of Rector, Dean of Students Affairs, Malam Farouq Ndamadu Musa, Dean of various collages, Sanitation Committee representatives from collages and other dignitaries.

During the presentation, Dr. Aliyu Hassan Ibrahim commended the SUG administration for their exceptional performance, stating that they are the best in the history of the institution. He also expressed his appreciation for their efforts in ensuring a clean learning environment.

Following the handover ceremony, various individuals and groups, including the Students Union, MSSN, and FCS, participated in a campus-wide sanitation exercise across the Main Campus.

‘Play Ball’ Or We Join NLC Strike — ASUU Tells FG As 81 Universities May Shut Down

‘Play Ball’ Or We Join NLC Strike — ASUU Tells FG As 81 Universities May Shut Down

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has said it would comply with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) nationwide strike action commencing September 6.

We had earlier reported that NLC would be embarking on a two-day warning strike over the fuel subsidy removal, naira devaluation, and alleged threats by the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, to demolish properties belonging to workers in the federal capital.

Speaking to newsmen, the ASUU President, Osedeke Emmanuel, confirmed that the union will comply with NLC’s directive on the planned strike, adding that the strike, occurring or not will be determined by the government’s response.

“We are members of NLC, affiliates, therefore if they declare a strike, our members will be part of it.

“The ball is in the government’s hands, let them solve the problem, and then there won’t be a strike, if NLC decides to go on strike, as an affiliate we don’t have any option but to comply,” Emmanuel told our correspondent.

Meanwhile about 81 universities that are members of the union may be affected by the planned strike. They include 43 federal universities and 38 state universities.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has said it would comply with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) nationwide strike action commencing September 6.

We had earlier reported that NLC would be embarking on a two-day warning strike over the fuel subsidy removal, naira devaluation, and alleged threats by the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, to demolish properties belonging to workers in the federal capital.

Speaking to newsmen, the ASUU President, Osedeke Emmanuel, confirmed that the union will comply with NLC’s directive on the planned strike, adding that the strike, occurring or not will be determined by the government’s response.

“We are members of NLC, affiliates, therefore if they declare a strike, our members will be part of it.

“The ball is in the government’s hands, let them solve the problem, and then there won’t be a strike, if NLC decides to go on strike, as an affiliate we don’t have any option but to comply,” Emmanuel told our correspondent.

Meanwhile about 81 universities that are members of the union may be affected by the planned strike. They include 43 federal universities and 38 state universities.

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