Ado Bayero’s family has released a statement to set the record straight about the relocation of their daughter’s wedding to Senator Barau’s son from Kano to Abuja. According to Alhaji Aminu Babba Dan Agundi, the decision to change the venue was solely made by the bride’s family, based on their tradition, to accommodate guests from across the country and abroad. The family emphasized that the relocation has no connection with the Tax Reform Bills and urged those linking the two to stop. The wedding is scheduled to take place on December 13, 2024
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Kabiru Haruna The Kano State Police Command received members of the House Committee on Police Affairs, led by Chairman Hon. Makki Abubakar Yalleman, during an assessment visit aimed at evaluating the operational readiness of the Command. During the visit, Hon. Yalleman highlighted the committee’s mission to identify areas requiring support and explore collaborative strategies to enhance law enforcement and public safety in Kano State. He commended the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD., NPM, for his proactive measures in addressing nationwide security challenges. He also acknowledged the Kano State Government’s contribution of vehicles to bolster the Command’s operational…
The Speaker Kano State House of Assembly, Alhaji Jibril Isma’il Falgore has been honored with an award of excellence by the Salka Media, Peace, and Development Center. This was contained in a statement signed by the chief press secretary to the speaker Kamaludeen Sani Shawai and made available to News men in Kano The statement explained that, the award recognizes Falgore’s commitment to alleviating hardships faced by vulnerable groups, including orphans, women, and out-of-school children. Falgore’s special advisor, Hon. Abdullahi Alfa, accepted the award on his behalf, highlighting the Speaker’s remarkable leadership qualities, dedication, and efforts in welfare, education, and…
Alh. Aliyu Sani, the acting Zonal Coordinator of Northwest Zone, National Film and Video Censorship Board (NFVCB) has expressed concerns over the low submission of Hausa films for censoring. He emphasized that film censoring and data keeping are crucial for the growth of the northern film industry, as it would attract federal government interventions and international organizations. During his visit to Alh. Abba El-mustapha, Executive Secretary of Kano State Censorship Board, Alh. Sani appealed to the board to educate stakeholders on the importance of collaborating with the National Film censor for data keeping and collection. He clarified that the board’s…
The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced 1st January 2025 as the closing date for the collection of Hajj deposits from intending pilgrims in the state. This announcement was made by the Director General of the Board, Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa, during a joint meeting with Board staff and Local Government Hajj Center Officers held today at his office. Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa emphasized that the deadline aligns with the 2025 Hajj Calendar issued by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), which mandates all states to remit their intending pilgrims’ details to the Commission on or before 7th…
Madobi Local Government Council chairman Hon Suleiman Dan Azumi has taken a significant step in promoting sports development and youth empowerment in the area. He distributed sports kits to several football clubs, including Kafin Agur Eleven, Kauran Mata FC, and Kwankwaso United, among others. The sports kits, which include jerseys, shorts, socks, and footballs, aim to support the growth of football in the local government area. Chairman Dan Azumi emphasized the importance of sports in fostering teamwork, discipline, and healthy competition among young people. Hon Suleiman Rabiu Madobi, Special Adviser to the executive Chairman on Youths and Sports, noted that…
The Kano State Assembly has rejected the tax reform bills currently being considered by the National Assembly. This decision was taken after deliberations on the house floor, led by Speaker Hon. Ismail Falgore. The Majority Leader, Lawan Husseini, expressed concerns that the bill would harm the northern region’s economy and increase hardship. He argued that the proposed VAT allocation would unfairly favor states like Lagos, where many major corporations are headquartered. Hon. Husseini warned that this could weaken some northern states, making it difficult for them to pay salaries and increasing poverty. Other lawmakers, including Hon. Salisu Mohammed and Hon.…
Uba Abdullahi The Ama Hausa, Alhaji Auwal Baba Said Sulaiman, Sarkin Hausawan Owerri has emphasized the crucial role of media in democratic survival and societal transformations. According to him, media serves as a gateway for creating awareness and shaping public behavior, earning them high esteem and value in society. In his congratulatory message to the newly elected President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, Alhaji Auwal Baba urged journalists to uphold ethical considerations and remain steadfast in their pursuit of truth. He also commended the Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, for supporting the Delegates Conference.…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has distributed relief materials to at least 198 households affected by the 2024 flood disaster in Kano Municipal Federal Constituency. According to Dr. Nura Abdullahi, NEMA Coordinator, Kano Territorial Office, the relief materials include food items such as rice, maize, spaghetti, vegetable oil, seasoning cubes, and beverages. In addition to food items, NEMA also distributed non-food items like cement, roofing sheets, ceiling boards, zinc nails, and 3-inch nails to support the affected households in rebuilding and recovering from the flood disaster. The relief materials were distributed to households in several communities within the Kano…
Abdulozumi Markaz Ihyaahis-Sunnah wa Ikhmaadil-Bid’ah, a renowned Islamic institution, on December 1, 2024, marked its 15th anniversary, with a grand graduation ceremony. The event,which held at Primary School, Maikalwa, Kumbotso, Kano, highlighted the institution’s dedication to reviving Islamic heritage and providing free education. A total of 22 students, including both Junior and Senior Classes, were honored for their academic achievements. The ceremony also recognized students who, due to circumstances like marriage, travel, or illness, were unable to complete their final exams, awarding them Certificates of Attendance. The event was further enriched by the launch of two remarkable books, Al-Ghaybiyaat and…