In a strategic move to enhance communication between the government and the public, the Kano State Government KNSG has commenced a four-day capacity-building workshop for 132 Senior Special Reporters (SSRs) and Special Reporters (SRs), aimed at improving the quality of information dissemination across the state. Declaring the event open,Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, represented by the Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, described the training as a “call to service” . Kano to Organize SSR, SR into Clusters for Effective Coverage-Waiya He reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to transparent, impactful communication as a key driver of public enlightenment and socio-economic development.…
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Barely 24 hours after an attack on the Kano Emir’s Palace known as gidan Rumfa located in Kofar Kudu within the old city, some civil society organizations led by One KANO Agenda, a prominent Civil Society Organization in Kano, have demanded explanations from the police over their deafening silence on the incident. The Kano Emir’s Palace allegedly came under attack on Sunday evening by a convoy of the dethroned Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, while returning from the residence of the late Kano business mogul Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, where he paid a condolence visit. Kano CSOs Back…
Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba has been Elected as Secretary & Member Board of Directors of the Global Health Security Agenda GHSA Consortium. The result of the election by members of the consortium was communicated to him by Dr. Jennyfer Ambe, Dr.Ph., M.Ed., the chair of the board of directors on Tuesday 1st July 2025. Dr Magashi is the coordinator of the Africa Health Budget Network with headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. FG Seeks Deeper Health Ties with Brazil, Unveils Agenda for UHC The Global Health Security Agenda Consortium is a voluntary and open collective of nongovernmental entities dedicated to values of…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned two individuals, Awerusuo Otorudo and Chukwuebuka Ehirim, before Justice Muhammed Umar of the Federal High Court, Abuja, over their alleged involvement in a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment scheme under the name Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX). The duo was docked on a three-count amended charge bordering on obtaining by false pretence, inducement, and misleading the public into depositing funds with a promise of returns as high as 88%. We’ll Never Allow Re-looting of Recovered Assets Again – EFCC Chair One of the charges read in court stated: “That you, Awerusuo Otorudo and Chukwuebuka Ehirim,…
Lawan Ya’u Gumel as a household name in the Jigawa State civic Space is no more. One time, Chairman Gumel Youth Movement-GYM, Village Development Initiative-VILDEV, immediate Chairman Gumel Local Government before his demise, was the brain behind the emergence of the much cherished crop of change-agent within the Jigawa state political landscape commonly referred to as ”Expert” and ‘Promoters” of which it come to stay. My chairman (as fondly called and referred to by all)was an extraordinary individual whose impact resonated deeply within his community and beyond. Tribute to Aminu Dantata, the Philanthropic Beacon of Our Time As a mentor,…
The Kano State House of Assembly KNHA has called on the state government to urgently release substantial funds to support victims of a devastating windstorm that struck several communities in Kiru Local Government Area. This was sequel to a motion of urgent public importance moved by member representing Kiru Constituency, Usman Abubakar Tasiu Kiru during plenary presided over by the speaker Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore. Hon. Kiru informed the House that the windstorm, which occurred last week, claimed three lives, left many injured, and destroyed over 1,000 houses across Badafi, Rahma, Yako, Marako, Bargoni, Dan Soshiya, and Kiru Wards. Windstorm:…
President Bola Tinubu has assured that all bottlenecks hindering the realisation of the agricultural sector’s potential, including livestock production, will be removed to enable food sovereignty and export. In a bilateral meeting held at the Copacabana Forte with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva and some members of both countries’ cabinets, President Tinubu noted that bureaucracy contributes to delays in realising the agricultural sector’s potential. PROPCOM+, Halilco Foods Launch Instant Koko Production Line He informed the Brazilian leader and delegation that Nigeria was already undergoing reforms to reposition the economy for global competitiveness, particularly in agriculture, where it already…
The outgoing Council members of the Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture ( KACCIMA), under the leadership of Alhaji Garba Imam, have revealed that it inherited N1.2 million from the Interim Management Council (IMC) two years ago. The President of the KACCIMA, Alhaji Garba Imam disclosed this in his remarks at the Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) organised by the chamber, held in Kano. According to Imam,the council, inaugurated in August 2023, used the paltry N1.2 million it inherited from the IMC and successfully organised the 45th and 46th “Kano International Trade Fairs. He explained that at the two…
In a significant step towards ensuring a sustainable power supply across Kano State, Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has distributed 500 electricity transformers to all 44 Local Government Areas. Flagging off the distribution at the Rural Electricity Board (REB), Maganda Road on Sunday, Governor Yusuf announced that the 500 transformers were procured from reputable companies outside Nigeria. KNHA KNSG To Stop KEDCO From Disconnecting Transformers In a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf expressed his immense pride in this first phase of distribution. “I stand before you today with great pride for this first…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in Kano State says it has recorded 351 cases of child rights violations out of 446 total cases received from April to June 2025. The NHRC Kano State Coordinator, Alhaji Shehu Abdullahi, stated this in Kano. He explained that out of the 446 total human rights complaints received during the three months 351 are related to child rights infringements. NNPC Partners NHRC to Develop Corporate Human Rights Policy The state coordinator hinted that other cases included 19 incidents of domestic violence, 18 relating to economic and social rights, and five involving the right to…
Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has reaffirmed the Ministry’s unwavering commitment to promoting gender inclusion and empowering women in governance. He made this known while receiving a delegation from the “Reserved Seat for Women” Movement, who paid him an advocacy visit at the Ministry’s headquarters in Kano. Minister Advocates Stronger Female Representation In Politics, Business Comrade Waiya warmly welcomed the delegation and commended their efforts in advocating for increased political representation for women. He expressed both personal and institutional support for the initiative, noting that he had championed similar causes during his time…
Ado Salisu 10 days left, and all eyes are on Abeokuta, Ogun State, as the city braces to host the continent’s most promising young athletes at the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships. From July 16 to 20, the historic MKO Abiola Stadium will serve as the single venue for all events — a unified arena where talent, ambition, and national pride will collide in a celebration of African excellence. This edition is already breaking records before the first race begins. Thus far, a total of 43 countries have confirmed participation, with 937 athletes and officials set to compete. The figure…
Ado Salisu The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), has distanced itself from the current two-year ban handed to Imaobong Nse Uko by the Integrity Unit of World Athletics for doping violations and committing three whereabouts failures within 12 months. The AFN explained that the whereabouts filing is the responsibility of any elite athlete, “Athletes are required to provide the following whereabouts information every quarter.” Gombe Sues NSC, AFN Over Illegal Congresses, WhatsApp Ban Home address, Email address, Phone number, and an address for overnight accommodations. Regular activities, such as training, work, and school, are the locations and the times of…
Lamara Garba Azare In the vast theatre of Nigerian politics, where loyalties shift like desert winds and alliances are often built on the fragile sands of expediency, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso remains a paradoxical figure grounded yet mobile, underestimated yet ever-looming, regional yet national. His name echoes from the narrow alleys of Kano to the polished corridors of Abuja. And in the current recalibration of the political landscape, his relevance is not just intact—it is ascending. As 2027 casts its early shadow on the horizon, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu must begin to examine not only who stands beside him today, but…
Shugaban kamfanin SKY, Alhaji Kabiru Sani Kwangila Yakasai, ya sanar da saukarsa daga mukamin Uban Gammayyar kungiyoyin ’yan kasuwa na jihar Kano, kwanaki uku kacal bayan nadin da aka masa. Sanarwar hakan na ƙunshe ne a cikin wata takarda da ya sanya wa hannu da kansa, wacce mai magana da yawunsa, Kamal Yakubu Ali, ya aikewa paradigm News. My Aim Is To Establish Sky Scrapers Production Company-CEO A cewar SKY, wannan mukami babban nauyi ne da bai da ikon ɗauka a halin yanzu, duk da girmamawar da ke tattare da shi. “Muna kara godiya da duk ni’imar da Allah ya…
In a move aimed at deepening reforms and improving service delivery across critical sectors, the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the appointment of eleven new Special Advisers. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. Experienced Administrator Umar Farouk Appointed As Kano SSG The appointees, who come from diverse professional backgrounds, are expected to deploy their expertise in support of the administration’s policies and programmes. The newly appointed Special Advisers are as follows: 1. Prof. Abba Garba Gaya – Special Adviser on Agriculture (Crop Production/Extension Service) 2. Dr. Tukur…
The Kano State Head of Civil Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, has been honoured with an Icon of Humanitarian Service and Societal Development Award by the Arewa Female Students Association (AFSA). The award was presented in recognition of Musa’s outstanding contributions to the welfare of civil servants and his commitment to public service excellence in Kano State. NUJ @70: Gov Yusuf to Receive Media Friendly Award Speaking at the presentation, AFSA Chairperson, Rafi’a Abdullahi Hassan, commended Musa for his consistent display of discipline, accountability, and moral integrity—qualities that have earned him widespread respect and trust across the state. “His exemplary leadership…
Adamu S Ladan In a recent thought-provoking piece, a Professor from the Southeast, Benard Ifeanyi Odoh painted a compelling picture of the widening economic gulf between Nigeria’s Southeast and Southwest. He rightly argued that the Southwest has harnessed structured education, global exposure, and strategic investments to emerge as an economic powerhouse, while the Southeast, though industrious, risks economic stagnation due to over-reliance on trade and remittances. Northern Nigeria: A Shadow of Its Former Self? But perhaps the most sobering implication of Odoh’s argument lies not in the regional comparison he drew but in what it says about Northern Nigeria, which…
Ibrahim Sulaiman The Kaduna Subsidised Transport Scheme (KSTS) will commence free transport service for civil servants, primary school pupils and secondary school students from next Monday. The Director General of Kaduna State Regulatory Authority (KADSTRA), Engr. Inuwa Ibrahim who disclosed this in a press statement, noted that the free transport service will last for ten days only. Engr. Ibrahim pointed out that the gesture highlights Governor Uba Sani’s commitment to the welfare of civil servants and students in Kaduna State by easing their transportation burden. Federal Government Hands Over 64 CNG Buses To NLC TUC NANS Recall that President Bola…
Musa Abdullahi Sufi, Kano, Nigeria Dear Comrade Kabir Said Dakata I express my heartfelt congratulations on your recent appointment by His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, as the Director General of the newly established Kano State Advert & Signage Agency (KaSASA). Your emergence into this crucial role is not only a personal milestone but also a strategic step for Kano State’s urban development. Your proven commitment to good governance, civic engagement, and social accountability makes you a fitting choice to lead this agency at such a critical time. Gov Yusuf Appoints Kabiru Dakata, Others to Lead Key Agencies A New…