The Emir of Kano, His Highness Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of the Chief of Army Staff, General Taoreed Lagbaja, describing his death as a significant loss to the nation. During a condolence visit to the Defence Headquarters, the Emir extended his sympathies to the military authorities. He prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the late General eternal rest and Aljannatul Firdaus. His Highness conveyed his heartfelt condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Nigerian Armed Forces, and the entire nation.
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Kano State Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa, has tasked newly posted Permanent Secretaries and a director to the Office of the Head of Service to uphold the principles of improved service delivery, discipline, and ethical conduct. The newly posted officials include Salisu Mustapha, from AGS-Cabinet office to the office of the Head of Service as Permanent Secretary Establishment , Salahuddeen Habib Isa from Special Duties-Cabinet office to the office of the Head Service as Permanent Secretary Human Resource, and Abdulkadir Shehu, Director Administration and General Services from Ministry for High Education also to the office of Head of Service as…
Kungiyar WOFAN ta jaddada kudirinta na cigaba da horar da ma’aikatan ta a fannoni da dama domin bunkasa aikin kungiyar. Kungiyar ta ce bada horo ga ma’aikatan na daya daga cikin abubuwan da ta bawa mahimmanci don ganin an kara inganta kwarewar su ta yadda aiyukan kungiyar zasu kara inganta Daraktar kungiyar ta WOFAN-ICON2, Dakta Salamatu Garba ce ta bayyana hakan a yayin wani horo na kwanaki biyu ga ma’aikatan WOFAN da ta shirya, kan daukar hoto, bidiyo da kuma amfani da na’urar daukar hoto mai tashi sama da aka gudanar a Abuja ranar Laraba. Dokta Garba ta ce an…
The Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists has officially endorsed Comrade Alhasan Yahaya as the NUJ Presidential Aspirant and Comrade Dr. Mrs. Abimbola Oyetunde as his running mate. The endorsement was made by The Chairman of Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Comrade Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi, during a visit by the Presidential Aspirant to Kano. The chairman expressed confidence in their choice, stating that Comrade Alhasan Yahaya’s manifesto alignes with the values and vision of the council. Welcoming the Presidential Aspirant and his running mate, Comrade Alhasan Yahaya and Dr Mrs Abimbola Oyetunde, the…
Kabiru Haruna Kano State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation has extended critical support to a vulnerable family, highlighting its commitment to alleviating hardship among the less privileged. On November 15, 2024, the Ministry aided Malam Abdullahi Mohd, a Calabar native who has lived in Kano for 29 years. Disowned by his family after converting to Islam, Malam Abdullahi has built a new life with his wife and nine children in the state. Represented by Permanent Secretary Hajiya Amina Yusuf Yargaya, the Honourable Commissioner, Hajiya Amina Abdullahi Sani, facilitated the donation of essential food items—including flour, rice, maize, and…
Uba Abdullahi Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed has taken a significant step towards improving the welfare of Federal Road Safety Corps officers by approving the promotion of CRMA A. Nisa’I and DCMRA A. Shehu from Kazaure Unit Command to Assistant Route Commander (ARC). During the decoration ceremony, Unit Commander ACC Engr Umar A Ali urged the promoted officers to redouble their efforts, discharge their duties with zeal and honesty, and justify the confidence placed in them through absolute dedication to service. The Corps Marshal’s emphasis on staff welfare is evident in this promotion, which recognizes the officers’ hard work and commitment.…
Ado Salisu Kano state government has been urged to partner with the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV) aimed at improving socio economic development of the state. The chairman of Kano state chapter of the institution, Abdulatif Abdulaziz made the call at the 2024 Mandatory continuing professional development seminar held in the state capital. The chairman explained that partnering with the state government will go along way in boosting the revenue drive as well as the development of the state. He pointed out that there is no doubt the real Estate sector has the potential to generate significant…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) partnered with the Kaduna State Government to host a two-day health retreat for newly elected local government chairpersons. The event, held in Kano, aimed to orient the chairpersons on their critical role in improving healthcare delivery within their respective jurisdictions. Dr. Idris Bawa, UNICEF’s health specialist in Kaduna, emphasized that local government chairpersons are key drivers of their citizens’ survival and development. He noted that the retreat’s primary objective was to educate them on strategic resource allocation for quality healthcare services. “UNICEF’s role was to provide technical support, while Deputy Governor Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe…
A Federal High Court in Kano State has sentenced 40-year-old fisherman Musbahu Muhamud to seven years imprisonment for sexually exploiting a 10-year-old girl. Justice S M. Shu’aibu convicted Muhamud, a resident of Layin Gidan Sarki Zango in Galinje Ajingi Local Government Area, after the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) presented four key exhibits, including Muhamud’s confessional statement and the victim’s testimony. These exhibits were crucial in demonstrating how Muhamud’s actions contravened Section 16(1) of the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Enforcement and Administration Act, 2015, punishable under Section…
Ado Salisu Preparations are in full swing for the maiden edition of Bayero University Kano’s (BUK) inter-departmental sports competition, scheduled to kick off on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the university’s FIFA-standard pitch. According to the university’s Director of Sports, Professor Rabiu Muhammad, the event aims to uncover hidden talents and skillful athletes for future national and international engagements. Professor Muhammad explained that the competition seeks to,Identify and recruit talented athletes for the university’s sports teams,Promote unity and teamwork among departments. “Foster a spirit of healthy competition and sportsmanship and Develop the university’s sports infrastructure and programs” He pointed out…