Kano state house of assembly has urged the good people of Kano state to disregard a report by certain group of people that the Assembly has not reopened for a plenary session over security and emirate tussle issues. In a statement signed and issued by the spokesperson to the speaker Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai. The statement explained that, to set the record straight, the Kano Assembly, under the lead of AAlhaji Jibril Ismail Falgore, called on Kano State to disregard the rumours and fake news. “The purported fear of attacks and delay in resuming the plenary session are nothing but the…
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The Comptroller General of Nigeria Immigration Service, CGIS Kemi Nandap, said the service is leaving no stone unturned to mitigate corruption. The CGIS made this known during the 2024 nationwide sensitization and awareness campaign on mitigating corruption and enhancing service delivery within the Nigeria Immigration Service held in Kano. Represented by the Assistant Comptroller General, ACG Halid Usman, she explained that the service is deploying measures to checkmate corruption in the discharge of it duties. RELATED: Kano Police Commissioner Partners PCACC To Fight Corruption The CGIS pointed out that the service has introduced policies such as automation of passport acquisition,…
Al-Imam Tea Herbs Pure and Healthy Nig. Limited, a Kano-based teabag-producing company, has appealed to governor Abba Yusuf of the state to intervene over alleged intimidation and harassment by a foreign firm, Promasidor Nigeria Limited. BizPoint gathered that Promasidor Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of the South African- based Promasidor Holdings, filed a lawsuit against Imam Tea Herbs Pure and Healthy Nig. Limited, makers of Z&Y Black Tea over alleged trademark piracy. Speaking when they submitted a letter of complain to the governor, through Chief of Staff, Shehu Sagagi at the government house in Kano on Monday, the management of the…
The director Kano state Pilgrims welfare board Alhaji Lamin Danbappa says 554 pilgrims have completed preparations for their return flight. Danbappa, made the announcement today at Kudai Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u promised to continue with the necessary arrangements, saying that the return flights would be based on how the Pilgrims were airlifted to the holy land. RELATED: Governor Namadi Doles Out 129,800 Riyals To Jigawa Pilgrims The Local Governments shortlisted are Gwale, Dala, Ungogo, and Fagge respectively. He urged all pilgrims to remain peaceful and patient. “ All pilgrims will continue to receive food, medication, and…
Majalisar Dokokin jihar Kano tayi watsi da rahotanin dake yawo na cewar tana kauracewa Zaman Majalisar ne sakamakon barazanar tsaro gami da dambarwar masarauta a jihar. Yayin da yake zantawa da manema labarai a Kano Mai magana da yawun Shugaban Majalisar Dokokin jihar Kano Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai ya ce wannan rahoton babu kanshin gaskiya a ciki. Yace majalisar tana da damar tafiya hutu kamar yadda ta Saba Wanda hakan ke ba ‘yan majalisar damar tattuanawa da jama’ar su. READ ALSO: Mosque Explosion:KNHA Urges Government to Assist Victims Families Kuma wannan wa’adin hutun majalisar zai Kare ne a ranar Sha biyar…
WOMANIFESTO, a coalition of leading Women and Human Rights Organizations dedicated to upholding justice and protecting the rights of women and girls in Nigeria, urgently calls for the intervention of the Attorney General of the Federation in a grievous case of domestic violence resulting in the tragic death of Mrs. Olufunmilayo Mary-Anne Oluwawemimo. Mrs. Olufunmilayo Oluwawemimo tragically lost her life under circumstances that strongly suggest domestic violence, allegedly perpetrated by her husband, Mr. Daniel Oluwadamilola Oluwawemimo. Despite repeated incidents of abuse reported by family members, including physical assaults documented by neighbors and a history of marital disputes, the Criminal Investigation…
Kogi Central Journalists’ Guild, (KCJG) has condoled with Kogi State governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo over the demise of the state’s two illustrious sons, Senator Alex Kadiri, and the former Chief of Defense Staff, Admiral Ibrahim Ogohi. In a statement jointly signed by the Guild’s national president, Malam Muhammad Tijjani AbdulSalam, and the secretary, Ozumi Abdul and made available to newsmen in Kano,they expressed their sympathies and support towards the governor during this difficult time. READ ALSO: Kano Speaker Expresses Shock over Death of Shanono Lawmaker The journalists shared fond memories of Senator Kadiri and Admiral Ogohi, highlighting their profound impact…
The Executive Secretary of the Kano State Censorship Board KSCB Alhaji Abba El-Mustapha has solicited the National Broadcasting Commission’s NBC support in banning all the books or films that are unlicensed in Kano media stations. He made the call during a visit to NBC which was aimed at rebuilding the existing cordial relationship between the organisations. SIMILAR: MURIC Urges NFVCB To Ban Anti Islam New Movie El-Mustapha underscored the significance of collaboration between the NBC and KSCB in ensuring strict adherence to regulatory frameworks aimed at promoting decency and upholding societal values. He urged the state coordinator of NBC to…
Wasila Ladan Women Empowerment has been identified as crucial in bridging the gender inequality in homes and society. The vice president of Naval Officers Wives Association (NOWA) and wife to Rear Admiral JD Akpan of the Nigerian Navy, Mrs Zainab Akpan disclosed this to Newsmen in Abuja. According to her, in today’s context, empowering women amplifies their voice to tackle challenges like poverty, inequality, and discrimination in their homes, workplaces, and communities. READ ALSO: Girls & Young Women Account for 19% of HIV in WCA-UNAIDS Mrs Akpan pointed out that women empowerment also enables them to contribute significantly to family…
No fewer than 25 persons lost their lives while 53 others were injured in an early auto crash at the Dangwauro flyover along Kano Zaria Road Kumbotso local government area. The FRSC Sector Commander in the state, Ibrahim Abdullahi confirmed the incident to newsmen in Kano. The FRSC Sector Commander in the state, Ibrahim Abdullahi confirmed the incident to newsmen in Kano. SIMILAR: Tragedy:Students Of Audu Bako College Dambatta Drown in Dam According to him, FRSC received a call at about 03:15 a.m. on July 1, 2024 about an accident involvingng a trailer (IVECO) with registration number XA 311 ZB.…
Sani Haruna Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has hosted Dr. Maryam Ismaila Keshinro, the newly appointed Federal Permanent Secretary PS representing the State. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that Governor Lawal hosted the new permanent secretary in a show of solidarity and support. READ ALSO: UNICEF Commends Governor Yusuf for Prioritizing Education Dr. Maryam Ismaila Keshinro and seven others were announced as new ffederal permanent secretaries by President Bola Ahamed Tinubu While congratulating the PS, Governor Lawal urged her to be a good ambassador of the state. “ This is indeed a remarkable milestone…
By Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa “If you pursue evil with pleasure, the pleasure passes away and the evil remains; If you pursue good with labor, the labor passes away but the good remains.”— Cicero With the unfolding events in the history of Kano Emirate Council, the name of His Excellency, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf will be laced on the plates of gold considering the role he is devotedly playing to restore the battered image and regretful distortion of the revered Kano Emirate. The evil intention to destroy, balkanize and ridicule the historic Kano Emirate was hatched, plotted and carried out…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has expressed astonishment at the boldness exhibited by certain drug dealers who have sought legal recourse through court orders for the release of confiscated illicit drug shipments. In an statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, it was disclosed that the governor was taken aback by their actions during his visit to the Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA), where he was briefed on the situation. READ ALSO: It’s Unconstitutional To Hold LG Funds Supreme Court Declares Governor Yusuf’s amazement was evident as he discovered that individuals engaged in the illicit…
The use of the mother tongue has been identified as a major catalyst for safe space in early child care learning. The co-chair of the Kano State Accountability Forum on Education KSAFE Professor Muhammad Bello Shitu made the indication during a two-day capacity workshop on safe space for ECD teachers and SBMC, held at Kumbotso Special Primary School Kano. READ ALSO: AMG Foundation launches Sick Children Trust fund According to him, the objective of capacity building is to understand the position of the mother tongue in Nigeria’s education system and develop action plans to improve the use of the mother…
The sultan of sokoto Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III has called on Old Students Association to support their alma mata to compliment government’s efforts in the education sector. The sultan made the call during Post-Graduation Reunion of members of Barewa old boys Association class of Nineteen Seventy held in Zaria. READ ALSO: CSACEFA Re-enroll Donates Uniforms to 30 female students Sultan Sa’ad Abubakar expressed gratitude to Allah for sparing their lives to reunite with themselves after fifty years.. He called on Muslims to imbibe the spirit of brotherhood and prayed for Allah to end the security challenges being faced in the…
The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has launched the N5 billion second phase of retirement and death benefits. The benefits cover the entitlement of about 4,000 state and local government retirees. In a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf highlighted the administration’s continuous commitment to addressing the needs of pensioners. READ ALSO: Kano Gov’t: Awkwardly Assessing It’s Assessments Recall that Governor Yusuf had unveiled the initial disbursement of N6 billion in November 2023 to offset the backlog of entitlement incurred by the immediate past administration. Upon assuming office in May 2023, Governor…
Kano State Government has announced significant changes to boost its digital and creative economy by the appointment of Bashir Abdu Muzakkari as the Special Adviser on Digital and Creative Economy to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. BizPoint reports that Dr Muzakkari’s appointment is a transition from his previous role as Special Adviser on Digital Economy. READ ALSO: Kano Set To Reopen 10 Girls Boarding schools Additionally, he has been designated as the state focal person for the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprise (I-DICE) programme. This move, approved by Governor Yusuf, was confirmed in a statement by the Secretary to the…
Sani Haruna The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress APC under the Chairmanship Tukur Umar Danfulani has initiated a monthly meeting that will bring members together with a view to remain one united entity. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the APC State’s Publicity Secretary Yusuf Idris Gusau and issued to newsmen. READ ALSO: EL-RUFA’I: Kaduna Assembly ‘s Report A Political Comedy The meeting was held across all the 14 local government areas of the state and attended by all critical stakeholders, as well as state party Executives from the local governments and their wards executives,…
The Deputy President of Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has mourned 14 worshippers who were killed by a trailer yesterday after Juma’at prayers in Kano State. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) had confirmed that 14 worshippers lost their lives when a trailer ran over them after Friday prayers at Imawa town, Kura LGA of Kano State. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau, commiserated with the families of the deceased. RELATED: Senator Barau Jibrin: A Beacon of Hope in Nigerian Politics He prayed for the repose of the souls of the…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Kano state command has confirmed that 14 people were killed and several others injured when a trailer ran into worshippers during Jumuat prayers in Kano. The tragic incident occurred at Imawa town, Kura local government area of Kano State, shortly after the Friday prayer. READ ALSO: Tragedy:Borrow Pit Collapse claims 7 lives in Kebbi Qur’anic Sch. The trailer, with registration number MKA 537XN, was coming from the Kaduna axis when the driver lost control and crashed into the crowd. Ibrahim Abdullahi, the FRSC Kano Sector Commander, stated that the accident was reported at 1350hrs.…