The entire workforce of the Kano State Civil Service has congratulated Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on his well-deserved recognition as the Best Labour-Friendly Governor by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kano State Branch. This was conveyed in a congratulatory message to the Governor, signed by the Kano State Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa. NLC Kano Recognizes Abba Kabir as Best Labour-Friendly Governor According to the Head of Service, the prestigious award highlights the Governor’s firm commitment to the welfare of workers and pensioners in the state. Breaking:Organized Labour declares indefinite Nationwide Strike He noted that Governor Yusuf’s administration has introduced…
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Kano State Branch, has honored Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf with the award of Best Labour-Friendly Governor. This was contained in a statement signed by the commissioner information and internal affairs Kano Comrade Ibrahim Waiya. Kano State Expands CNG Fleet Strengthen NLC Collaboration “This prestigious recognition acknowledges his administration’s outstanding efforts in promoting the welfare of workers and pensioners in the state” The statement explained that, according to the Kano State Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa, the Governor’s commitment to workers’ welfare has been evident in various initiatives introduced by his administration. Federal Government Hands Over…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The Jigawa State Command of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), has rescued ten victims of suspected trafficking during a midnight operation in Babura Local Government. 390 Nigerians Repatriated from Niger, Receive Warm Welcome State NIS Comptroller CIS. Musa disclosed this while briefing newsmen in Dutse. According to him, the interception was based on “Operation Salama” team, carried out on January 12, 2025, at Naira Tsamiyar Kwance in Babura Local Government Area. He explained that, the victims, comprising eight females and two males, were en route to Europe through illegal migration channels. Kano Inaugurates Committee On Repatriation Of Street Children…
A new batch of 390 Nigerian migrants, who were stranded in Niamey, Niger Republic, have been repatriated back to Nigeria. The returnees arrived at the Nigeria Immigration Training School in Kano on Tuesday at 1:05 a.m. Kano Inaugurates Committee On Repatriation Of Street Children The group consisted of 387 adult males, two adult females, and one infant boy. Their return was facilitated by the Nigerian Mission in Niamey and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM). Hon. Tijjani Ahmed, the Federal Commissioner of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), welcomed the returnees and reaffirmed the Federal…
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has disclosed that Nigeria’s national electricity grid will continue to be vulnerable to collapse due to the government’s inability to repair a critical transmission line in the northern region. Grid Collapse: Nigeria Experiences 1st Major Power Outage in 2025 The Shiroro-Kaduna-Mando line has been out of service since October 2024, when it was vandalized. According to Adelabu, the government’s efforts to repair the line have been hindered by persistent insecurity issues in the region. Falgore Urges Action on National Grid Collapse Affecting States As a result, the national grid has been relying on a…
Kano’ State Government under the leadership of Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has donated the sum of N10 million to fallen heroes of the state. The governor made the donation while presiding over the Emblem Appeal Fund Launch as part of activities lined-up for the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, held at Coronation Hall, Government House Kano, on Monday. President Bola Tinubu Commended for Supporting Fallen Heroes In a statement issued by Director Public Enlightenment, Kano Government House, Usman Gwadabe said, Governor Yusuf personally contributed N2 million to the fund, while 44 local government councils assisted the fallen heroes with…
Sabon Kwamishinan Ƙananan Hukumomi na jihar Kano, Alhaji Tajuddin Usman ya mayar da Naira miliyan 100 ga asusun gwamnatin jihar. Za a Mayar Da Filin Wasa Na D/K Sansanin Kano Pillars-Kwamishina Usman ya mayar da kuɗin ne na rarar kuɗaɗen kwangilar dinka tufafin makaranta ga ɗaliban firamare dubu 789 a fadin ƙananan hukumomi 44 na jihar. Kwamishinan Lafiya Ya Yabawa K/H Uku Akan Rigakafin Shan Inna Kwamishinan, wanda shi ne shugaban kwamitin raba kayan, ya mayar da rarar kudaden da aka ware domin ɗinkawa daliban firamare sabbin tufafin makaranta, inda kuɗaɗen su ka yi ragowa bayan da aka kammala aiki…
The Acting Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Sylvester Nwakuche, says 48,932 inmates currently held in the country’s prisons are Awaiting Trial Persons (ATPs). Nwakuche disclosed this while speaking during an interactive session with field officers on Monday. 30% of Kano Inmates Empowered With Vocational Skills – NCoS He pointed out that overcrowding is the most significant challenge of the NCoS and announced plans to tackle the issue. According to him, the Service would collaborate with the Attorney-General of the Federation, the Inspector-General of Police, and other prosecuting agencies to expedite trials for inmates awaiting court proceedings. Number of…
The Kano Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested five officials of the Katsina State Board of Internal Revenue over allegations of diverting N1,294,337,676.53 (One Billion, Two Hundred and Ninety-Four Million, Three Hundred and Thirty-Seven Thousand, Six Hundred and Seventy-Six Naira, Fifty-Three Kobo) meant for the state government. CHRICED Reacts To lawsuit By 16 State Governor’s Against EFCC The arrested officials include Rabiu Abdullahi, Sanusi Mohammed Yaro, Ibrahim M. Kofar Soro, Ibrahim Aliyu, and Nura Lawal Kofar Sauri. According to an EFCC statement, the arrests followed a petition from the Katsina State Government, which alleged…
Adamu Muhammad Nababa There is no gainsaying that Ali Nuhu is a household name in Northern Nigeria, and indeed, across the nation. He has distinguished himself as a Hausa film actor, producer, and director of some of the most memorable Hausa films. Finafinan Kannywood Biyar Da Suka fi Shahara a Shekarar 2024 Among his peers who ventured into the film industry and rose to fame in the late nineties, Ali Nuhu stands out. He has managed to stay above unnecessary controversies, maintained a stable family life, and cultivated an unparalleled fan base. Let me digress a little to share that,…
Ibrahim Ibrahim The management of Jigawa Golden Stars FC has issued a two-match ultimatum to Head Coach Ado Mato and his assistants following a series of disappointing results in the ongoing Nigeria National League (NNL). Over 3500 Athletes Set For Gombe Inter-Schools Championship In a press statement signed by the club’s media aide, Ibrahim Isyaku, and made available to newsmen ,the management announced that Coach Ado Mato must secure a minimum of two wins in the next two matches or face termination of his contract. Breaking: Eric Chelle Appointed New Super Eagles Head Coach Club Chairman, Gambo Umar Labbo, stated…
Kabiru Haruna During the meeting with the Rectors and Provosts of Federal Colleges and Polytechnics, Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa emphasized the importance of the gathering as a valuable platform to address critical challenges facing Nigeria’s educational institutions. Highlighting the revitalization of Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) as a top priority, he outlined the adoption of the Pareto principle, favoring an 80/20 ratio of practical to theoretical training. This approach, he stated, is pivotal in equipping students with hands-on skills for high-impact careers such as ICT. Dr. Alausa underscored innovative strategies to tackle low enrollment rates,…
Eric Sekou Chelle has been unveiled as the new head coach of the Super Eagles, becoming the 37th head coach of the Nigerian national team. Super Eagles Depart Libya For Nigeria After 14 Hours Delay His primary mandate is to lead the team to qualification for the 2026 World Cup . Chelle, a Franco-Malian, was born in Côte d’Ivoire to a Malian father and a French mother. At just 47 years old, he brings a fresh perspective to the team. Sports Minister Condems Super Eagles Ordeal In Libya His coaching experience includes a stint as the head coach of the…
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, accusing him of multiple statutory and financial infractions. Kano Speaker Felicitates Christians on Christmas Celebration Mr Obasa was subsequently replaced by his deputy Lasbat Meranda. Mrs Meranda, who represents Apapa Constituency 1, was also a former chief whip of the House. The removal came days after The Gazette reported how Mr Obasa oversaw the withdrawal of N43.5 billion for back up vehicles for lawmakers, as well as other controversial activities. Kano Speaker Hails Appeal Court Judgment in Favor of Emir Sanusi Peoples Gazette understands that Mr…
Former Attorney-General of Kano State, M A Lawan, has clarified that the Court of Appeal’s judgment on the Kano State Emirate dispute was misunderstood by the Kano State government. Kano Emirate Tussel: Dan Agundi Heads To Supreme Court According to Lawan, the Court of Appeal’s judgment consists of two parts: one overturning the Federal High Court’s ruling on jurisdiction and the other overturning the Kano High Court’s judgment . Emirship Tussel:KNSG Urges Parties to Respect Court of Appeal Judgment Lawan emphasized that the Court of Appeal did not validate the disputed Emirate Council Law of 2024 or the government’s actions…
Adadin mutanen da aka tabbatar da mutuwarsu yanzu haka a gobarar birnin LA, wato Los Angeles ya kai ashirin da huɗu. Sarki Aminu Ado Bayero Ya Kai Ziyarar Jaje Kasuwar Kantin Kwari Ko da yake an samu ci gaba wajen daƙile gobarar, ƴan kwana-kwana na can na shiryawa tarar gagarumar iska mai ƙarfi ta tsawon kwanaki da ke barazanar dagula al’amura. Fadawar Waya a Masai Tayi Sanadiyar Mutuwar Uba da Dan sa Wakiliyar BBC ta ce ta kowanne ɓangare, gabas da yadda kudu da arewa ɓarna ce kawai kake gani a nan inda muke, kuma haka lamarin yake a kowanne…
The Nigerian Presidency has given its approval for four airlines to transport Muslim pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj. NAHCON Announces Plan to Abolish Dollar Payments for Hajj The selected airlines are Air Peace Limited, Fly-Nas, Max Air, and UMZA Aviation Services Limited. These airlines were chosen from a pool of 11 companies that submitted applications for the airlift. A 32-member team, set up by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), screened and shortlisted the airlines. 51,447 Nigerian Intending Pilgrims Paid for 2024 Hajj-NAHCON The team, which was inaugurated by NAHCON Chairman, Prof Abdullahi Saleh Usman, on…
The Co-Chairman of the Presidential Livestock Reforms Implementation Committee, Professor Attahiru Jega, has disclosed that foreign investors, including those from the United States and China, are interested in Nigeria’s livestock sector. Kano Revitalizes Job Creation through Livestock Training Institutes Speaking on Saturday at the inauguration of the Ngarannam Livestock Improvement and Ranch Settlement in Mafa Local Government Area of Borno State, Jega noted the attention and partnerships drawn by the Federal Government’s livestock reforms. “International partners such as JBS S.A., Saudi Arabia, the United States, and China have already expressed interest in investing in our livestock sector. This is a…
Ado Salisu The Gombe State Inter-Secondary Schools Athletics Competition 2025 has received a boost with 73 schools across 11 Local Government Areas have officially registered to participate in the championship. Over 2,300 Students to Participate in Gombe State Athletics Championship This highly anticipated event, scheduled to take place from 19th to 25th January 2025, will be held at the prestigious Pantami Township Stadium situated in Gombe Metropolis. The competition, which includes public and private schools such as GDSS Dukku West, GSS Bolari East, Emerald International Academy, and Diocesan High School, aims at promoting sportsmanship, uncover young athletic talents, and foster…
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed its deepest condolences to the government and people of the state, particularly the families of the victims of the recent airstrike mishap in Tungar Kara. Kebbi State: Security Forces Engage Bandits, Rescue 8 Hostages In a statement signed by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Yusuf Idris Gusau, the APC described the incident as unfortunate and regrettable. The Paradox of Leadership: Matawalle’s Visit Amidst Crisis The party also commended the ongoing efforts of the security forces in the fight against banditry in the state. Terrorist Ammunition Courier, Accomplice Arrested in…