Uba Abdullahi Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed has taken a significant step towards improving the welfare of Federal Road Safety Corps officers by approving the promotion of CRMA A. Nisa’I and DCMRA A. Shehu from Kazaure Unit Command to Assistant Route Commander (ARC). During the decoration ceremony, Unit Commander ACC Engr Umar A Ali urged the promoted officers to redouble their efforts, discharge their duties with zeal and honesty, and justify the confidence placed in them through absolute dedication to service. The Corps Marshal’s emphasis on staff welfare is evident in this promotion, which recognizes the officers’ hard work and commitment.…
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Ado Salisu Kano state government has been urged to partner with the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV) aimed at improving socio economic development of the state. The chairman of Kano state chapter of the institution, Abdulatif Abdulaziz made the call at the 2024 Mandatory continuing professional development seminar held in the state capital. The chairman explained that partnering with the state government will go along way in boosting the revenue drive as well as the development of the state. He pointed out that there is no doubt the real Estate sector has the potential to generate significant…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) partnered with the Kaduna State Government to host a two-day health retreat for newly elected local government chairpersons. The event, held in Kano, aimed to orient the chairpersons on their critical role in improving healthcare delivery within their respective jurisdictions. Dr. Idris Bawa, UNICEF’s health specialist in Kaduna, emphasized that local government chairpersons are key drivers of their citizens’ survival and development. He noted that the retreat’s primary objective was to educate them on strategic resource allocation for quality healthcare services. “UNICEF’s role was to provide technical support, while Deputy Governor Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe…
A Federal High Court in Kano State has sentenced 40-year-old fisherman Musbahu Muhamud to seven years imprisonment for sexually exploiting a 10-year-old girl. Justice S M. Shu’aibu convicted Muhamud, a resident of Layin Gidan Sarki Zango in Galinje Ajingi Local Government Area, after the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) presented four key exhibits, including Muhamud’s confessional statement and the victim’s testimony. These exhibits were crucial in demonstrating how Muhamud’s actions contravened Section 16(1) of the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Enforcement and Administration Act, 2015, punishable under Section…
Ado Salisu Preparations are in full swing for the maiden edition of Bayero University Kano’s (BUK) inter-departmental sports competition, scheduled to kick off on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the university’s FIFA-standard pitch. According to the university’s Director of Sports, Professor Rabiu Muhammad, the event aims to uncover hidden talents and skillful athletes for future national and international engagements. Professor Muhammad explained that the competition seeks to,Identify and recruit talented athletes for the university’s sports teams,Promote unity and teamwork among departments. “Foster a spirit of healthy competition and sportsmanship and Develop the university’s sports infrastructure and programs” He pointed out…
Ado Salisu The Nigerian School Sports Federation (NSSF) has selected 26 players from the just-concluded national under-15 soccer tournament held in Abuja. The selected players are to represent the country against the Ghanaian side in an international match scheduled to be held in Accra, the capital city of Ghana. Five players were selected from Kano Government College who emerged as runners-up in the just-concluded tournament in Abuja. According to the statement from the NSTF’s secretary General, Mr Oba Funsho Usman said the invited players from Kano are, Yusuf Danladi, Ibrahim Adi Ahme, Isa Muhammad, Mukhtar Muazu, Musa Shaaban. While Niger…
The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, CP Salman Dogo Garba, recently received a courtesy visit from Brigadier General AM Tukur, Commander of the 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army, at the Command’s Headquarters in Bompai, Kano. This visit aimed to strengthen the existing cordial relationship between the Police Command and the Nigerian Army. Key Highlights of the Visit: Consolidating Relationship: Brigadier General Tukur expressed his desire to build on the already established relationship between the two security agencies. Peaceful Kano State: The Brigade Commander commended the peaceful nature of Kano State, acknowledging its importance as a commercial center in the north.…
Kano State Government has inaugurated a seven -man committee on repatriation of street children headed by the Commander General, Kano State Hisbah Board, Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa. Secretary to the State Government, Dr Abdullahi Baffa Bichi inaugurated the committee on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Dr Abdullahi Baffa Bichi explained that the step was taken after a request by Kano State Hisbah Board on looming security dangers on activities of street children. He stated that many public and private buildings had been taken over by such people where a lot of crimes were conceived and hatched. This, he said,…
Governor Uba Sani is making great strides in completing the 300-bed Specialist Hospital in New Millennium City, Kaduna, which has been in the works since 2009. The project has gained significant momentum under his leadership and is now 85% complete. This ultra-modern hospital will boast an impressive range of facilities, including Orthopaedic Ward Maternity Ward Medical Ward Accident and Emergency Ward Fertility Clinic Catheterization Lab (Cath Lab) Physiotherapy Ward Renal Dialysis Center Oncology Center Intensive Care Unit High Care Units Operating Theater The hospital will be equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment, including an oncology unit, making it a game-changer for…
In a landmark decision to strengthen Kano State’s humanitarian and poverty alleviation efforts, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has named Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba as the Technical Adviser for the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. The appointment, effective September 28, 2024, was announced by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Tuesday. Governor Yusuf emphasized Dr. Magashi’s impressive credentials, highlighting his decades-long dedication to public service and his commitment to improving the lives of Kano’s underserved communities. The governor’s choice reflects his deep trust in Dr. Magashi’s extensive experience and proven leadership, recognizing him as a pivotal figure…
On 11 November, 2024, Marino FX LTD launched Nigeria’s SEC-Licensed Crypto Exchange, giving a new definition to cryptocurrency, a digital currency, which is an alternative form of payment created using encryption algorithms. With the application of encryption technologies, cryptocurrencies function both as a currency and as a virtual accounting system. To use cryptocurrencies, you need a cryptocurrency wallet. However, Marino X powered by Kyrrex, has launched a pioneering cryptocurrency exchange which has gained entry into the Accelerated Incubation Regulatory Program (ARIP) by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Nigeria. This innovative platform was lauznched in Abuja, during a dinner…
Sulaiman Auwal Marshall Atmosfair Climate & Sustainability, makers of the innovative Save 80 Energy Efficient Clean Cook Stove, has further demonstrated its commitment to sustainable community development by donating solar-powered boreholes to three local communities In Kano, Jigawa and Yobe States. This generous initiative in collaboration with the National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW) aims to alleviate the acute shortage of clean drinking water, a pervasive issue in these areas. The three communities include; Nayi Nawa Bukka shida, Nguru local Government Yobe state, Dan Tanoma Village, Gumel local Government Jigawa state, and Massalacin juma’a y’an garki Dakata Nasarawa…
At least ten people have been confirmed dead, and others hospitalized following a tragic auto crash in Yanfari village, Taura Local Government Area, Jigawa State. Jigawa State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Shiisu Adam, confirmed the incident in a statement. He explained that the accident occurred on November 12, 2024, around 9:30 p.m. along the Kano/Hadejia Road. According to the statement, a Toyota Hummer bus, with registration number HDJ 631 YDD and driven by 35-year-old Sani Mainasara from Hadejia LGA, collided with a parked trailer (registration number RGN 180 ZC) while en route from Kano to Hadejia, carrying 11…
The Kano State Government on Tuesday closed its case before an Upper Shari’a Court, against Shafi’u Abubakar, 38, the alleged mosque arsonist. Abubakar, who lives in Gezawa Local Government Kano, is charged with culpable homicide, attempted murder, causing grievous hurt and mischief by fire. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the prosecution had earlier presented six witnesses. At the resumed sitting, the Prosecution Counsel and the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) of the Kano State Ministry of Justice, Salisu Tahir presented ASP l Abdullahi Sajo, as prosecution witness (Pw 7). Tahir also tendered the defendant’s confessional statement in…
The Kano state 2025 proposed appropriation bill has scaled 2nd reading. This was a sequel to deliberations on the floor of the house during a plenary presided over by the speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore. Member representing Dala constituency who doubles as the majority leader of the house, Alhaji Lawan Hussaini Dala explained that, if passed the 2025 proposed budget size of N549,160,417,663.00 billion tagged ‘budget of hope, human capital and economic development, will go a long way in uplifting Kano to global standard. He highlighted that, the 2025 budget according to the state government will be financed through opening…
A Kano-based Chef, chef Oluwa Fumilayo Jacob, has hosted lovers of Amala in the state in an Amala festival with an Intention of strengthening unity among them. The festival which brought people from different sociocultural backgrounds was held at the Kano trade fair ground over the weekend. Speaking during the event, chef Jacob otherwise known as chef Fummy, said Amala has become a common food which is no longer eaten by Yuruba alone, but enjoyed by so many non Yorubas. According to her, the festival was organised in order to bring people together under a big tent…
Longtong Yakubu, Kano Bridge Connect Africa Initiative (BCAI), a Non-Governmental Organisation in Kano has trained 50 Gender-Based Violence (GBV)survivors and those at risk with a view to empowering them economically and taking action against GBV in the state. Speaking recently during a three days training program in Kano, BCAI’s Communication officer, Juliet Nwobodo, said the Canadian funded project – Women Against Violence Empowerment through Sustainability (WAVES) aims to empower and train beneficiaries on GBV for over a period of five months. She said the project tends to establish relationships with the women and link them up with facilities working on…
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has secured an agreement with Dangote Refinery to lift products directly. IPMAN’s National President, Abubakar Garima, announced this at an ongoing press briefing on Monday in Abuja, following a meeting of the National Working Committee of the Association. He said the partnership would ensure a steady, affordable supply of PMS products nationwide. “After meeting with Aliko Dangote and his management team in Lagos, we are pleased to announce that Dangote Refinery has agreed to supply IPMAN with PMS, AGO, and DPK directly for distribution to our depots and retail outlets.”…
Group CEO of NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari has reiterated the company’s commitment to Resolving Nigeria’s energy trilemma, by ensuring energy security, sustainable Growth and energy affordability. Kyari disclosed this at the opening ceremony of the 42nd Nigeria Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) Annual International Conference and Exhibition Themed: “Resolving the Nigeria Energy Trilemma: Energy Security, Sustainable Growth and Affordability” The GCEO, who was Special Guest of Honour at the occasion, also said the company Has perfected plans to deliver 12 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Mother Stations And Mini LNG Plants soon, as part of efforts to boost the existing…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State recently emphasized the importance of science in addressing global challenges and empowering communities worldwide. At the closing ceremony of the annual Science & Technology Week and World Science Day, he praised this year’s theme, “Global Science for Global Well-being,” highlighting its relevance to Kano State. Represented by the deputy governor Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo, the governor announced that the Kano State government has approved the establishment of CBT ICT centers in all 44 local government areas, with a pilot project already underway. This move is part of the state’s efforts to leverage science…