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Ƙabiru Haruna The Executive Secretary of the Kano State Private and Voluntary Institutions Board, Comrade Baba Abubakar Umar, recently addressed critical issues concerning private and voluntary schools during a program on Freedom Radio. The discussion focused on the regulation and oversight of these institutions to ensure the delivery of quality education and the protection of students’ and parents’ interests. Key points highlighted by Comrade Umar include: 1. Regulation of Fees and Practices: Private and voluntary schools in Kano State are prohibited from arbitrary fee increments and forcing parents to purchase materials directly from the schools. This measure aims to curb…

The Kano State Fire Service has reported that three lives were lost due to various disasters in August 2024. Public Relations Officer Saminu Yusif Abdullahi disclosed this to newsmen in Kano. According to Abdullahi, the fire service received 32 emergency calls, including 21 fire calls and 11 rescue calls, during the month. “While three lives were lost, the fire service also saved three lives” He pointed out that, properties worth ₦47.8 million were damaged, while an estimated ₦102.9 million worth of properties were saved. “The Director of the Kano State Fire Service, Alhaji Hassan Ahmad Muhammad, urged the public to…

NNPC Ltd has acknowledged recent reports in national newspapers regarding the company’s significant debt to petrol suppliers. In a statement signed by the chief corporate communications officer NNPC Ltd Olufemi Soneye and made available to newsmen. The statement explained that “This financial strain has placed considerable pressure on the Company and poses a threat to the sustainability of fuel supply” He pointed out that, In line with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), NNPC Ltd remains dedicated to its role as the supplier of last resort, ensuring national energy security. “ We are actively collaborating with relevant government agencies and other…

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has inaugurated a 14-member state judicial panel of inquiry to investigate the recent End Bad Governance protests that turned violent in the state. The Governor noted that the panel was established to fulfill his promise to the protesters, who had gathered at the Government House to express their grievances. He acknowledged their right to peaceful protest and invited them to present their demands to the President. However, the protest was hijacked by hoodlums who destroyed properties worth billions of Naira, including the NCC digital building, courts, and files. The Governor urged the commission to…

Kabiru Haruna On September 1, 2024, Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf conducted an on-site inspection of the Kafinchiri Irrigation Project in Garko Local Government Area. The project, valued at N2.5 billion, is a major initiative under the state’s agricultural transformation agenda aimed at enhancing food security, promoting year-round farming, and driving economic growth. In a statement released by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf underscored the importance of the Kafinchiri Irrigation Project, describing it as a cornerstone of his administration’s efforts to boost continuous agricultural production across Kano State. He called on residents of Garko…

The International Press Centre, IPC, Lagos-Nigeria, through its Safety and Protection of Journalists (SPJ) hub has decried the remand of a Kano-based journalist, Mr. Muktar Dahiru, of Pyramid FM in prison. Dahiru was arrested, detained, expeditiously and abysmally charged to court and unfortunately confined behind bars for sharing ‘supposed contents’, assumed offensive by the the State government. According to information gathered by the SPJ-hub, Mr. Muktar Dahiru was arrested by the Police on Thursday, August 29, 2024 for an alleged series of content shared on his Facebook page. Media reports reaching the SPJ-hub further states that, “Muktar Dahiru has been…

The creation of Jigawa State from the former Kano State has been hailed as both a blessing and an honor, given the numerous developments that have sprouted across all Senatorial Districts. This statement was expressed by Dr. Sabo Wada Dutse, a patriotic indigene of the State, in a goodwill message to the Executive Governor, Dr. Namadi Danmodi. Dr. Dutse,noted that Jigawa State has made significant strides in socioeconomic and political dynamism. He attributed this success to the State’s strategic location and abundant resources, including human, natural, and mineral resources, which are key indicators of development. Furthermore, Dr. Dutse highlighted that…

Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai Attacking Mallam Nasir El-Rufai may not yield any fruit as this might just be the precursor to a more intricate revelation. Should the mischief-makers persist in adding baseless and malicious allegations, the situation could escalate further. These are truly captivating times in Nigerian politics. In today’s globally connected environment, the proliferation of misinformation has emerged as a potent weapon wielded by adversaries to sow chaos, manipulate, and shape public opinion. Moreover, individuals of this nature exploit opportunities to fabricate narratives that effectively counteract the effects of misinformation, thereby preventing political polarization driven by falsified stories or misrepresented…

Kabiru Haruna Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has flagged off the construction of a 5-kilometer road project in Kunchi town, Ghari Local Government Area, as part of his administration’s efforts to implement the 5-kilometer road projects across the state. The project, which was initiated during Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso’s second tenure, was abandoned by the previous administration but has now been revived by Governor Yusuf. During the flag-off ceremony, Governor Yusuf expressed his appreciation to the people of the area for their patience and support, and instructed the contractor to mobilize to the site within one week or…

Residents of Makwarari in Kano municipal local government area were thrown into shock after three people were trapped under a rubble following the collapse of a one-story building. The public relations officer, Kano State Fire Service, Saminu Yusif Abdullahi, explained that the incident occurred at approximately 09:30 am, according to emergency services. He pointed out that, the building, which was used as a dwelling house, measured about 30 x 40 ft had collapsed suddenly, crushing three occupants. The public relations officer maintained that the victims, identified as Balaraba Abba, a 35-year-old mother, and her two children, Abdulnasir Jilani, 12, and…

The Kano State Government KNSG has announced plans to invite the management of tricycle operators in the state for a discussion on their members’ consistent defaulting of monthly environmental sanitation laws. State Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Alhaji Nasiru Sule Garo, made this known during a press briefing after the Saturday environmental sanitation exercise in Kano. Garo expressed dissatisfaction with the tricycle riders’ disregard for the Monthly Environmental Sanitation Act of 2022, stressing the need for compliance. He commended Kano residents for adhering to the stay-at-home order during the exercise and encouraged the public to utilize the period for…

The Kano State Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs has organized a two-day critical stakeholder engagement for the 2023/2024 fiscal survey. The event brought together key personnel, including Directors of Personnel Management, Heads of Planning, Research, and Statistics from 44 local governments, and representatives from the Office of the Accountant General and State and Local Government Auditors. Deputy Governor and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, emphasized the importance of accurate data capturing for proper planning and policy execution. He thanked Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for approving the exercise, which aims to enhance workers’…

Kabiru Haruna The Kano Ministerial Committee investigating alleged financial mismanagement at Kano Capital School has submitted its final report with recommendations to address issues affecting the school’s operations. The 11-member committee, led by Permanent Secretary Hajiya Kubra Imam, was established on March 21, 2024, to investigate long-standing problems associated with financial mismanagement and staff claims. Receiving the report, Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa commended the committee for its work and assured that the government would implement the recommendations to bring positive changes to the school. He emphasized the administration’s commitment to restoring the quality of the state education…

Kolawole Abdulwaheed The National Chairman, of All Progressives Congress (APC) Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has said that based on the unfolding political scenario, the APC would reclaim Edo state, during the forthcoming election slated for September 21st 2024 This was just as Ganduje added that his party would win Ondo state and capture Anambra state during the forthcoming governorship election at the stipulated time slated for elections According to him,” Let’s start with Edo which is coming on the 21st of September. Well I believe our campaign is with high spirit, we are getting ready for that election and we…

Masarautar hausawan duniya wadda aka fi sani da Al’ummar hausawan duniya organization a turance ta nada shugaban kungiyar ‘yan Kasuwar Kantin Kwari Alhaji Balarabe Tatari a matsayin jakadan zaman lafiya na Africa wato peace ambassador. An gudanar da taron ne a ranar bikin hausa ta duniya a rufaffen dakin taro na Sani Abacha dake Kofar Mata a Kano. Da yake jawabi Jim kadan bayan nadin na shi a matsayin jakadan zaman lafiya Alhaji Balarabe Tatari yayi godiya ga Allah subhanahu wata’ala daya nuna mishi wannan rana. Ta Kuma bayar da tabbacin cewar zai cigaba da jajircewa wajen ganin cewa ya…

The Tsamiya dry port in Kebbi State has opened a clearing office in Kano state to enhance business activities in Northern Nigeria. Speaking during the commissioning of the Kano trade office the Controller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adeniyi, represented by the Zone B comptroller, ACG Sambo Dangaladima, noted the occasion marks a crucial step towards the re-opening of the Segbana-Tsamiya border in Kebbi State. According to him, in May 2024, a high-level delegation from Nigeria met with its counterparts from the Benin Republic and discussed important issues regarding the opening of the border to fast track the…

The Kano State government KNSG has dismissed claims that it has sold and reallocated shops within the Eid ground at Kofar Mata, refuting the allegations circulating in a video and various stories on social media. The Managing director of the Kano State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KNUPDA) Arch. Ibrahim Yakubu, stated this while addressing journalists at his office. “Our attention has been drawn to these misleading reports, the government has not sold or reallocated any part of the Eid ground.” He clarified that the areas in question are outside the Eid ground, which is ‘Yan Tebura around IBB Way…

The newly appointed Kano State Commissioner of Internal Security and Special Services, Major General Muhammad Inuwa Idris (rtd), said his ministry will work closely with security agencies in the state to ensure a safe and more secure environment The Commissioner made this known when he paid familiarization visits to the Nigeria Air Force, National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency, Kano State Police Command, Department of Security Services and Cooperate Security Training Institute Gabasawa. Major General Idris (rtd) disclosed that the visit was aimed at introducing himself and the ministry to the heads of security agencies in the state and to seek…

Kano State Government has commenced a 9-day extensive orientation programme for 50 students awarded scholarships by the Al-Azhar University Egypt. The administration of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf had recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the management of Al-Azhar University during which the University awarded a free scholarship programme to 50 Kano students to study Arabic law courses. Addressing the participants during the orientation program taking place at Government Girls College, Kano. The State commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa stated that at the end of the orientation exercise, 80 students from Islamiyya Schools across the 44 local government…

Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria FRCN has organized a nes summit on News production in transitional media landscape The Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, has called on journalists to maximise the use of digital technology to enhance the efficiency of their jobs in a fast-changing media landscape. The governor disclosed this while declaring open the 2024 News Summit of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) in Jalingo. Represented by the deputy governor of Taraba state, Alh.Aminu Alkali, the governor noted that journalists needed to embrace the opportunities presented by the rapid technological advancements and social media to enhance…