Kano State Government has implemented the new minimum wage of N71,000 for its workers, just three weeks after receiving the committee report for the review of the new minimum wage. This move is a significant milestone in enhancing the welfare and living standards of the state’s workforce. The Head of Civil Service in Kano State, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, expressed gratitude to the governor for fulfilling his promise and urged civil servants to reciprocate the gesture by exhibiting hard work and dedication . In addition to the implementation of the new minimum wage, the Kano State Government has also commenced payments…
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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commissioned 29 refurbished vehicles for the Kano State Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA) and the Ministry of Education. These vehicles were previously auctioned by the past administration but were retrieved and restored by the current government to save millions of naira that would have been spent on new ones . The commissioning ceremony, which coincided with the World Sustainable Transport Day, was held at the Kano Government House. Governor Yusuf urged KAROTA to utilize the vehicles effectively, especially in reducing road accidents and combating smuggling. He also advised KAROTA officers to treat motorists…
Buba Foundation, in collaboration with Widows Mite Reach Out Foundation WIMROF, organized a sensitization awareness campaign on mental health and depression. The event, held at Professor Hafsat Abdullahi Umar Ganduje Girls Science and Technical College Ja’oji, Kano Capital Girls Secondary Schools and Governor’s Girls College, aimed to educate students bout the importance of mental health, depression awareness and the need to seek help. The campaign featured discussions on mental health, and its challenges, taught students to recognize symptoms of mental health issues, equip students with coping mechanisms to manage stress, among others. A mental health professional and expert, Dr Fauzziya…
The Airforce Comprehensive School in Kano state has been closed down following a suspected outbreak of diphtheria in the school. Unconfirmed report has it that an SS 3 student of the school died from the outbreak last week with one currently hospitalised. On Tuesday evening, LEADERSHIP correspondent noticed some students of the boarding school located at the Airforce Base in Kano, returning home According to a reliable source who doesn’t want his name mentioned, he said the students were discharged while the school has been closed down until the commencement of second term in January, 2025 Meanwhile, a Base Service…
Kano State Commissioner of Education, Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa, has charged Local Education Secretaries to be dedicated and disciplined while carrying out their duties. The Commissioner made this charge while addressing new Education Secretaries from the 44 local government areas during a meeting. Earlier, 44 people were screened and confirmed for appointment as local government secretaries. Doguwa emphasized the crucial role Education Secretaries play in restructuring the state’s basic education, reminding them that their appointments were based on certain criteria. “Am urging you to work hard and bring new changes that complement the present administration’s efforts in reshaping primary and…
Gwamnatin jihar Kano tace zata mayar da karamin filin wasa na Dawakin kudu sansanin da za ta dinga killace ‘yan wasan kungiyar kwallon kafa ta Kano pillars a duk lokacin da zasu fafata wasa a gida. Kwamishinan matasa da wasanni na jihar Kano Mustapha Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso ne ya bayyana hakan jim kadan da kammala kare kasafin kudin ma’aikatar sa na shekara mai kamawa. Kwankwaso yace daga cikin ayyukan da gwamnati ta sahalewa ma’aikatar sa gabatarwa a cikin kasafin kudin na shekara mai kamawa har da gyaran dukkanin filayen wasanni mallakin gwamnatin Kano wadanda suka hadar da kammala gyaran filin…
The Kano State Government has announced plans to renovate the Dawakin Kudu sports complex and convert it into a training camp for Kano Pillars Football Club. The Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Rabi’u Kwankwaso disclosed this while defending his ministry’s budget at the kano state house of assembly. According to him, the state government has allocated funds for the renovation of all sports facilities in the state, including the Sani Abacha Stadium, Sabon Gari Stadium, and the Gwagwarwa and Kurna sports complexes. The commissioner also announced plans to focus on youth development initiatives in the upcoming year, including vocational…
The Kano state commissioner Of information, Halilu Baba Dantiye says the state government, under the leadership of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, will always executive human-oriented projects to align with the yearning and aspirations of citizens. Dantiye made the indication shortly after defending his ministry’s budget at the state House of Assembly. Recall that a few weeks ago, the state governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, presented the 2024 proposed budget to the Kano House of Assembly; as part of the process, MDAs were invited by the committee on appropriation to defend their budgets. According to him, the present administration will build on…
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has suspended two commissioners due to allegations of material diversion. Commissioner for Health Moses Ekuma was suspended for three months, while Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development Francis Ori was suspended indefinitely. The suspension came after Governor Nwifuru visited the Ministry of Health’s premises on Saturday night and caught six officials diverting government materials. The governor ordered their immediate arrest and promised full prosecution. The decision to suspend the commissioners was made during the State Executive Council meeting on Monday. The development has sparked conversations about transparency and accountability in the state’s leadership …
Sports entrepreneur and former Gombe United FC Chairman Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe has said only administrators with skeletons in sports can afford to bar stakeholders from expressing their views on sports development in Nigeria. In a chat with journalists recently, Gara-Gombe noted that on several occasions, he has been barred from expressing his views over major developments and appointments in Nigeria sports on Radio and Television Stations in Nigeria. “All sports stakeholders and those who appreciate my modest contributions in Nigeria sports, especially trying to always put sports administrators and managers on their toes” I advise them not to worry…
The Kano State Law Reform Commission has earmarked N100 million for the reforms of various laws of the state in 2025. Chairman of the Commission, Justice Lawal Wada Muhammadu made this known shortly after he defended the commission’s 2025 budget before the committee on Judiciary at the state house of Assembly. According to him, many laws in the state are in need of reforms, a project that started earlier in the year but was unfortunately damaged and burned during the August protest in the state. He said the whole work is starting all over again with a total budget of…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has clarified that there’s no discrepancy between its crude oil production figures and those supplied by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Company (NUPRC). The seeming disparity arose from reports comparing the 1.54 million barrels per day (mbpd) for September cited by the NUPRC with the 1.8mbpd for November cited by the NNPC Ltd. However, NNPC Ltd explained that the difference in periods of coverage in the reports caused the disparity. The NNPC Ltd’s figure was the peak production for October 2024, while the NUPRC’s figure was the average production for September 2024.…
Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has approved a monthly maintenance allowance of N200,000 for principals of secondary schools across the state. This decision was made during the Sokoto State 2025 citizens budget discussion held on Monday, and it’s aimed at improving the overall maintenance and functionality of secondary schools. The approval followed an appeal by the former deputy governor, Chiso Abdullahi, who emphasized the need for financial support to enable school principals to address immediate maintenance needs. The funds will cover repairs requiring services from carpenters, masons, and other workers. The disbursement of the allowance will commence by January…
Najeeb G. Abdulhamid Over a decade of constant travel has made me intimately familiar with the inner workings of the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA). This isn’t just an airport to me—it’s a gateway that embodies the spirit of Kano. Through this article, I seek to celebrate its strengths, spotlight its challenges, and inspire those in power to elevate its standing. My observations come from a place of respect and hope, grounded in the belief that with intentional effort, MAKIA can set the standard for excellence. Let us begin with what MAKIA gets right: Professionalism Across the Workforce From…
Hon. Dr. Baffa Babba Dan’agundi, Director General of the National Productivity Centre, recently met with staff members to discuss progress and challenges facing the organization. This meeting marks the second of its kind, with plans to hold such meetings quarterly to address issues and support staff development. Dr. Dan’agundi expressed appreciation for the staff’s cooperation and hard work, acknowledging the new policies and benefits they’ve enjoyed under his leadership. Staff members, in turn, commended Dr. Dan’agundi for his innovative approaches and commitment to their welfare, including the payment of allowances and special care for families of deceased staff members. Dr.…
As the world marks 16 days of activism to eliminate violence against women, Hajiya Mairo Bello, Executive Director of Adolescent Health and Information Projects (AHIP), has emphasized the need for long-term investments in policies, strategies, and resources to protect women. She notes that violence against women and girls remains a pervasive human rights violation worldwide. To address this, Hajiya Mairo advocates for government support and resources, including domesticating gender policies, equal education and job opportunities, vocational training, and entrepreneurship skills to mitigate violence against women. Hajiya Mairo also highlights the importance of an adequate legal framework to reduce domestic violence.…
Dr. Isa Muhammad Inuwa Until when he finally courageously debuted into the limelight of the race in the Nigerian political race, Alhaji Inuwa had earlier been a long time silent achiever, ardent patriot and keen philanthropist of great measure. Typical of a tactful and astute combatant, Inuwa initially chose to build his profile, strategically behind the scene, churning out generous and humanitarian gestures to the poor and the needy in the society. Even though he headed and managed highly lucrative avenues in his career, he wasn’t the braggadocio type of people we witness nowadays in our midst, who take fancy…
WE ARE DISAPPOINTED AT THE BOT OF AREWA CONSULTATIVE FORUM (ACF) FOR SUSPENDING THE FORUM’S EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OVER COMMENT AGAINST TINUBU ANTI – PEOPLE POLICIES The Northern Youth Assembly (Majalisar Matasan Arewa), is exceptionally disappointed at the BOT Leadership of Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), for suspending the Chairman of the National Executive Council Mr. Mamman Mike Osuman, SAN. It has come to our notice that, Mr. Osuman was suspended for criticizing the Tinubu led administration’s anti – citizens’ policies, especially as it affects the innocent people of the North. It is really true that, the TINUBU led administration anti-people’s policies…
Kano state has expressed readiness to collaborate with Jam’iyar Matan Arewa to promote the welfare and empower women, children and people with special needs. The state Commissioner of the Ministry for Women, Children and the Disabled, Hajiya Aisha Lawan Saji Rano, made the indication while receiving members of jam’iar Matan Arewa in her office. She explained that the partnership aims to improve the lives of women, children and people with disabilities in the state. Commissioner Saji Rano reminded them that their actions have the power to shape the future and create a more just and equitable society. She encouraged them…
The pavilion of the Dangote Group at the ongoing 2024 Kano International Trade Fair has become Mecca of a sort, attracting a torrent of customers excited to make inquiries and purchases as the year winds down. Organized by the Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (KACCIMA), the fair, themed “Non-Oil Export for Economic Prosperity,” aligns closely with Dangote Group’s vision of economic diversification. A statement from the Branding and Corporate Communications Department of the Dangote Group said the Trade Fair, running from November 23 to December 7, 2024, has seen the Dangote pavilion actively engage visitors with designated…