Barely 24 hours after receiving letter of appointment as the 16th Emir of Kano ,Emir Mohammad Sanusi conducts first palace sitting . The Emir who dressed in a colourful traditional attire rode a horse from the inner Emirs residence to the main palace at Kofar kudu to commence his first official engagement. The Emir was received at the palace by senior councellors of the palace ,and move straight and sat down on the executive throne chair. As the tradition of the palace entails, all the district heads and traditional tittle holder line up and pay homage to the emir .…
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The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has ordered the immediate arrest of the former Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, for creating tension in the state. The former Emir was smuggled into Kano city last night in an attempt to forcefully return to the palace two days after being deposed by the Governor. In a statement issued by the spokesperson to the Governor Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa said it was confirmed that the new Emir, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, arrived at the palace in the company of the Governor, the Deputy Governor, the Speaker of the State Assembly,…
Sani Haruna Ethnic and religious intolerance have been described as the major factors responsible for Insecurity in Nigeria as a nation. Governor Dikko Umar Radda of katsina state announced this at a second pre- convocation lecture Tittle “Insecurity and Educational Instability in Nigeria the Way Forward”, presented at the Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State. Dikko Radda said that, Nigerian Security is attributable to a variety of reasons which needs to be address to allowed peace to prevail in the country. He said Nigeria’s educational institutions have been negatively impacted by insecurity due to lack of man power, low qualify of…
The Commissioner of Police Kano Command CP Mohammad Usaini Gumel says the police and other security agencies will Adhere strictly to the court order with SUIT No. FHC/KN/CS/182/2024 Dated 23rd May, 2024 issued by the Federal High Court sitting in Kano alongside ail Law Enforcement agents in the State. CP Gumel disclosed this while briefing journalist at the police headquarters Bompai Kano. “Therefore, we are calling on members of the public to know that the Police in the State is working together with the military and other security agencies and are with full capacity for providing the adequate security to…
Amids order of Arrest of the deposed Emir Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Bayero has moved to the Nasarawa Palace. Our reporter who monitored the metro politan reports that heavy security personnel were seen at the Nasarawa Palace. The heavy armed security personnel include uniformed Nigerian Army and Police. RELATED: KNSG Orders Arrest of Deposed Emir of Kano Aminu Ado Bayero Information Gathered reports that the deposed Emir was flown back to Kano in a private jet last night,and was escorted to the Nasarawa Palace by the military and Police . Supporters of the deposed Emir…
To enhance the security of Women, Kano State witnessed the launch of a first-of-its-kind electric tricycle program, to transform transportation. The Alternative Bank, In collaboration with the UK government’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and Qoray Mobility, unveiled the innovative social impact initiative, providing women with fully electric tricycles and comprehensive training. RELATED: Alternative Bank, UK launch electric transport in Kano The project flips the script on traditional transportation in Kano and marks a new chapter for the expertly trained women ready to navigate the city’s streets. With 120 women from the Mata Zalla and Yar Baiwa cooperatives having…
Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf Has Presented latter of Reappointment to Emir Sanusi Lamido as the sixteen Emir of Kano. The Governor made the presentation at Africa House , Government House Kano. SIMILAR: Sanusi reinstated as 16th Emir of Kano Speaking during the colourful ceremony, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf said the reinstatement of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi was targeted to restoring the lost Glory of Kano. He commended the Speaker and members of the Kano State House of Assembly for their doggedness in ensuring that the yearnings and aspirations of the people of Kano were considered through the…
Kano state house of assembly has dissolved all the five emirate councils in the state. This was sequel to deliberations on the floor of the house during plenary. The Kano state emirate council amendment bill was considered on the floor of the house after scaling second and third reading on Thursday morning. READ MORE: UPDATED: Kano Assembly reverses dissolution of emirates, downgrades emirs Earlier the deputy speaker Alhaji Muhammad Bello Butu Butu explained that repealing the law would revive the lost glory of Kano as the division of Kano emirate to five reduced the capacity and dignity of the state…
The National Secretary Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Hajiya Wasila Ladan has urged government and security agencies to ensure Justice for victims of the Kano Mosque explosion. Wasila made the call during a visit to the victims currently receiving medical attention at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital Kano. She sympathized with and victims and called for necessary action on the perpetrator who committed the atrocious act on his blood relatives. The national secretary prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased and the speedy recovery of those at the hospital. The chief medical director, of Murtala Muhammad Specialist…
Sani Haruna Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State said his administration would commence payment of thirty thousand naira minimum wage from next month. The governor announced this during a meeting with the leadership of the Zamfara State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Union, NLC. A statement by the spokesperson to the Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that implementing the minimum wage reflects the state government’s commitment to improving workers’ welfare. According to the statement, the State Government would pay workers a minimum wage of (30,000) thirty thousand Naira instead of seven thousand Naira (7,000) effective June 2024. While addressing the…
By Usman Muhammad Governor Umar Namadi has presided over the historic signing of a Memorandum of Understanding MoU between Jigawa State and the Nigeria-Arabian Gulf Chamber of Commerce NAGCC. The MoU aims to promote trade and industrialization in the State. RELATED: Tourism: Jigawa To Transfer Baturiya Game Reserve To FG. In a statement made available to newsmen by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Hamisu Mohammed Gumel said, the MoU was signed in a colourful ceremony that took place at the Government House Dutse . He said, Dr. Kassim Gidado expressed NAGCC’s commitment to fostering economic development and trade…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Kano Command, says it has rescued 13 victims of human trafficking, in the state. The Kano State Commandant NSCDC Mohammed Lawal-Falala, disclosed this to newsmen. He explained that the victims were rescued on May 20th at Dan Tsinke Quarters in Tarauni Local Government Kano. RELATED: Eid- ul- Kabir :NSCDC Deploys over 3,000 Personnel in Kano According to him, NSCDC received information that a man keeps young female children in his house and trafficks them to Cameroon to seek greener pastures. Falala noted that one suspect was arrested by the operatives of the…
Kano state governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has sought for a diplomatic support of the Kingdom of Netherlands to accelerate agricultural production and mitigation on the impact of climate change. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf disclosed the proposed diplomatic synergy with the Dutch government,when he played host to Ms Eva De Wit, First Secretary Migration at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Neitherlands in Nigeria. Governor Yusuf emphasized the impact driven landmark the Kingdom has recorded on agriculture and climate change in Europe. READ ALSO: Kano Police Partner PCACC To Fight Corruption The Governor Expressed his administration’s willingness to cement partnership…
President Bola Tinubu has directed law enforcement agencies to ensure diligent investigation and prosecution of suspects in the recent act of arson at a mosque in Kano State. In a statement, the President sends his condolences to the Government and people of Kano State over the fire incident that led to the death of some worshippers at a mosque at Larabar Abasawa in Gezawa Local Government Area of the state. RELATED:Kano mosque fire: Tinubu directs law enforcement agencies to prosecute suspects He condemns the tragic development, and commiserates with the bereaved families, all those affected, and prays for quick recovery…
Kano state house of assembly KNHA has adopted a motion to recall the Kano state emirate councils amendment bill. This was sequel to deliberations on the floor of the house during plenary session over by the speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore. RELATED: Breaking News: Kano Assembly dissolves 5 emirate created by Ganduje In a motion of urgent public importance moved by the majority leader Alhaji Lawan Hussaini Dala,he urged the house to support the motion to move the state forward. The motion of urgent public importance was seconded by member representing Dawakin Shu’aibu Rabi’u. Recall that, In 2019, Kano state…
As intending pilgrims from Kano state are awaiting their first flight to Saudi Arabia for this year’s Hajj, the state governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has saved them from shortage of Basic Travel Allowance, BTA. The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON had recently announced that the intending pilgrims for the 2024 Hajj would be given $500 each as BTA. RELATED: Hajj: Kano gov approves N376m allowance for pilgrims Barring any interventions, Nigerian intending pilgrims for this year’s hajj will receive less than $500 BTA as earlier approved by the National Hajj Commission for the pilgrims of 36 states, FCT and armed…
Kano State House of Assembly has urged the Kano state government (KNSG) to assist the families of the deceased and victims of the mosque explosion in Gada Gezawa local government area. This was a sequel to deliberations on the floor of the house during a plenary session presided over by the speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore. In a motion of urgent public importance moved by a member representing the Gezawa constituency Alhaji Abdullahi Yahaya supported by the lawmakers. He explained that 17 people lost their lives while those alive are in critical condition and currently receiving medical attention at Murtala…
The Kano State government KNSG has sealed off and delisted Palace Clinic Kwanar Ganduje Sharada Kano municipal local government area. The director general of Kano State Private Health Institutions Management Agency PHIMA Professor Salisu Ibrahim disclosed this in Kano. Professor Salisu who doubles as Kano State Health disciplinary committee maintained that the clinic was shut down due to certain violations. He explained that the committee investigated for four months to verify complaints received against the health institution. The director general stressed that the committee had several meetings on the issue after receiving 11 petitions against the palace clinic. RELATED: PHIMA…
The ongoing efforts of the Kano State government KNSG towards ensuring adequate water supply to the State had been commended. The Chairman House Committee on Water Resources of the State House of Assembly and member representing Albasu Constituency, Alhaji Musa Tahir Hungu stated this in Kano. According to him,the committee visited some water treatment centers across the State to ascertain the level of their performances. RELATED: Ekiti Lawmaker Calls For Citizens Participation In Lawmaking The lawmaker stressed that the visit paved way for the committee to asses and identify the needs of the treatment centers as well as their daily…
Kano State government’s policy of monthly women empowerment has been described as a giant step towards economic advancement and poverty reduction. The member representing Tarauni Alhaji Kabiru Dahiru Sule made the commendation in Kano. According to him, considering the socioeconomic problems bringing succour to women through empowerment would yield positive results. Alhaji Kabiru further commended the Governor for his visionary foresight in advancing the State in different Spheres of human endeavour and urged the people to rally around the present administration for the continued execution of more meaningful projects across the State. The lawmaker representing Tarauni applauded the state government…