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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has felicitated with Presidential candidate of New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) during the 2023 general election, Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso on the occasion of his 68th birthday anniversary. In his congratulatory message to the National leader of NNPP, Governor Yusuf extolled Kwankwaso’s leadership quality and rage of political influence that cut across the length and breath of the country. A statement by Sanusi Ahmad Bature Dawakin-Tofa, the Spokesperson to the Governor described Sen. Dr. Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso as principal and mentor who has built millions of leaders in all human endeavors. According to…

In the aftermath of the devastating floods that ravaged Maiduguri, the Kwandala Foundation stepped forward with a generous donation of relief Materials, bringing hope to thousands displaced and vulnerable. The recent floods in Maiduguri prompted an outpouring of support from the Kwandala Foundation, which donated vital relief materials to alleviate the crisis at Mechanical Workshop Camp (IDP centre). Flood victims received immediate health consultations, including observation, diagnosis, and prescriptions, as well as free medications. In addition to medical care, the Kwandala Foundation provided necessities such as food, toiletries, sanitary materials, and wares. The foundation also donated essential medical supplies to…

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has formally issued the Staff of Office to Alhaji Aliyu Ibrahim Abdulkadir, the reinstated Emir of Gaya, also known as Kirmau Mai Gabas. This significant move follows the reinstatement of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi . The Emir, now holding a second-class status, was previously dethroned after the Kano Emirates law was repealed by the State House of Assembly. However, Governor Yusuf reappointed him, citing his exceptional qualities. “He is a man of integrity, simplicity, and honesty,” the governor praised. During the ceremony, Governor Yusuf urged Emir Abdulkadir to uphold the…

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A former military head of state, General Yakubu Gowon (rtd) highlights some of his experiences in office, what transpired before and after the civil war, and restates his belief in a united Nigeria. I grew up with other Nigerians in a little village called Wusasa. It is Hausa community, but honestly, we knew one another. We either attended church together, or if you were a Muslim, you would go to mosque together, whether you were Hausa, Yoruba, or whatever. The unity of this country is certainly something for me.I have always said that if there’s no secession, there wouldn’t be…

President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja after a two-week working leave abroad. The President left the country on the 3rd of this month to London to begin the first half of his annual leave. During his absence, the State House said the President was fully engaged in steering the affairs of the nation. He was received at the airport by relevant government officials.

Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has urged Muslim communities worldwide to embrace peaceful coexistence and avoid all forms of religious violence. The Deputy Governor made the call during the 74th annualMaukibi (Waliyyai) celebration held in Kano on Saturday. Gwarzo raised concerns over the rising misuse of social media by youths, particularly to spread religious hate speech and cyberbully respected Islamic scholars while cautioning that such actions undermine peaceful coexistence and promote societal unrest. He also advised the Muslim community to adopt teachings of the renowned scholar, Amirul Jaish, known for his consistent message of peace. Speaking at…

As part of its efforts to accelerate the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) As a cleaner and more affordable fuel alternative in Nigeria, NNPC Retail Limited (NRL), a subsidiary of the NNPC Ltd, has sensitized over 1,000 auto mechanics Through a comprehensive awareness initiative. In a statement by the NNPCL Chief Corporate Communications Officer Olufemi Soneye made available to newsmen. He explained that, the sensitization exercise which took place at the National Artisans and Technicians Conference held last week in Lagos, brought together a large audience Drawn from auto mechanics and technicians from across the country. The Engagement aimed…

Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa has approved the immediate suspension of Auwalu Danladi Sankara as Commissioner Ministry of Special Duties and member of the State Executive Council pending an investigation into allegations made by the Kano State Hisbah. This is contained in a statement signed and made available to newsmen by the Secretary to the Government of Jigawa State Malam Bala Ibrahim. He said the decision comes in light of recent claims that necessitate a thorough examination to ensure transparency and uphold the integrity of the State Administration. The SSG emphasized the commitment to accountability and adherence to ethical standards…

The Jigawa State Government viewed with serious concern the media reports circulating in various sections of the Media alleging the State Commissioner of Special Duties involvement in an incident reported before Kano State Hisbah recently. This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Government of Jigawa State, Malam Bala Ibrahim. The Statement said “the reports lead to significant embarrassment and degradation to the reputation of the State Government.” Accordingly, the State Government is compelled to set up a committee to investigate the reality of the allegations. Therefore, His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Jigawa State Malam…

The Transmission Company of Nigeria TCN hereby states that the national grid experienced a temporary disturbance at about 8:15am, today, 19th Oct. 2024. In a statement by the General Manager GM Public Affairs Ndidi Mbah made available to newsmen. According to the report from the NCC, the bus section of a current transformer exploded at 330kV Jebba Transmission Substation and as expected, the protection system was activated, and this promptly opened the busbars to curtail the explosion, thereby preventing outbreak of fire and further damage to adjacent equipment. The action of the protection system led to a temporary disturbance on…

Veteran UAE broadcaster Ahmed Al Mansouri has sadly passed away at the age of 80, as reported by Dubai Media Inc. Known as one of the first national voices of UAE radio, Al Mansouri began his media career in 1967 as a radio announcer in Sharjah. He had the honor of leading media delegations and accompanying the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan on his international trips. NUJ Kano Mourns Passing of Veteran Journalist, Adamu Getso Throughout his illustrious career, he received numerous accolades for his contributions to the media, including honors from Morocco, Tunisia, and Oman. Born in…

Najeriya ta sake fuskantar katsewar wutar lantarki sakamakon lalacewar babban layin lantarki na ƙasar a safiyar yau Asabar. Lamarin da ya jefa miliyoyin mutane a jihohi da dama cikin duhu. Wannan dai shi ne karo na uku da babban layin wutar ke lalacewa cikin mako ɗaya, kuma na takwas tun soma wannan shekara. Bayanai daga aka tattara sun nuna cewa babu ko megawatt ɗaya a babban layin zuwa safiyar Asabar ɗin nan. Masana kan harkar wutar lantarki dai sun yi kira da a sabunta kayayakin babbar cibiyar wutar lantaki ta ƙasar. Sun ce yawan katsewar wutar lantarkin da ake fuskanta…

Marking a significant shift in leadership, today, 18 October 2024, Headquarters 3 Brigade Nigerian Army witnessed the official handling and taking over ceremony held at Bukavu Barracks, Kano as Brigadier General Ahmed Mohammed Tukur assumed command of the Brigade as the 48th Commander while his predecessor Brigadier General Musa Sadiq moved to Nigerian Army Resource Centre Abuja as a Research Fellow. Brigadier General Sadiq, in his farewell speech, expressed gratitude to the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja NAM, for the opportunity to serve as the outgoing Brigade Commander. He thanked officers and soldiers of the…

Commissioner of Special Duties in Jigawa State, Auwal Danladi Sankara, has refuted a statement issued by the Kano Hisbah Command, which alleged his involvement in an illicit affair with a married woman in an uncompleted building This follows reports of an alleged affair under suspicious circumstances involving Auwal Danladi Sankara, which went viral across various media platforms. In a statement, Auwal Sankara said, “My attention has been drawn to a recent media report alleging that I, Auwal D. Sankara, Commissioner for Special Duties in the Jigawa State Government, have been arrested by the Kano Hisbah Command on charges of having…

The Kano State Hisbah Board has confirmed the arrest and detention of the Jigawa State Commissioner of Special Duties, Auwal Danladi Sankara, in an uncompleted building with a Married Woman. The Hisbah Director General, Abba Sufi confirmed the arrest of Sankara with a married woman through intelligence tracking after receiving series of Complaints of his nefarious acts with the Married Woman by her Husband Younger Brother. The Director General,hints that “yes it is true we have arrested Auwal Danladi Sankara, the Jigawa Commissioner, with a married woman in an uncompleted building that belongs to him unknown to him that we…

Ramatu Garba A Kano State High Court, on Friday, sentenced a 27-year-old man, Abdullahi Lawan, to seven years imprisonment for sexually abusing three teenage boys. Lawan, of Rangaza Damagari area in Ungogo Local Government, Kano State, was convicted on three-count charge of sexual abuse after he pleaded guilty to the charges. Delivering judgment, Justice Aisha Mahmoud, sentenced the convict to seven years imprisonment on each of the three-count charge preferred against him by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons(NAPTIP), Kano Command. Mahmoud held that the prosecution had proven his case beyond reasonable doubt. She sentenced the…

The Emeka Anyaoku-led group of eminent Nigerians, popularly known as The Patriots, has appointed Alhaji Hamisu Isa Sharifai as a member of Northwest Advocacy Committee towards the Actualisation of a new Peoples Constitution for Nigeria. Other members of the Northwest subcommittee includes Dr Ben Dikki, Hon. Mark Jacobs, Hon Charity Stephen Shekari, Hon. Baffa Saleh Hadejia and Prof Ibrahim Garba. The Patriots confirmed this historic development in a statement co-signed by the national chairman of Patriots’ Strategy and Advocacy Committee on constitutional reform of Nigeria, Prof Anthony Kila and the National Secretary of the committee, Dr Bilikisu Magoro that the…

As part of efforts to ensure a violence-free Local Government election, Kano State Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs has organized a 3 -Day workshop aimed at creating awareness about pre and post-election violence. The workshop held at Bala Dawakin Multi purpose Conference Hall behind Dawakin Kudu Local government secretariat, brought together stakeholders from various sectors, including security agencies, community leaders, and politicians, where strategies for the prevention of possible electoral violence and promoting peaceful elections were discussed giving opportunities for prompt solutions. Speaking while declaring open the workshop the Deputy Governor Commarad Aminu Abdussaslam Gwarzo enjoined security agents…

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) extends her deepest condolences to His Excellency, Governor Mallam Umar Namadi and the people of Jigawa State on the tragic event of the fuel tanker explosion that claimed the lives of many persons. In a statement signed by the national secretary NAWOJ Wasila Ladan and made available to newsmen The statement explained that, NAWOJ is deeply saddened over this tragic event as this loss is not only to JIGAWA but a loss to the nation as a whole. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims during this difficult time.…