The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has stepped up efforts to ensure a smooth and efficient pilgrimage process, as it continues the issuance of yellow cards to intending pilgrims ahead of the Hajj exercise. Director-General of the Board, Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim Matawalle, disclosed this after a courtesy visit to the Port Health Services Office in Kano. Speaking to journalists, Matawalle said the Board has made adequate arrangements to ensure that this year’s yellow card processing is seamless and better organized compared to previous exercises. He explained that the Board’s engagement with Port Health Services is aimed at eliminating delays and…
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The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has received 708 stranded Nigerians evacuated from Niamey, Niger Republic. The returnees arrived at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport, where they were received and profiled by officials. Speaking to journalists, the Head of Operations at NEMA’s Kano Office, Dr Nura Abdullahi, the returnees included 292 male adults and children, and 416 female adults and children from states such as Katsina, Kano, Jigawa, Benue, Borno, Yobe, Zamfara, Kaduna, Kogi, and Niger. Breaking: 263 Nigerians Repatriated from Niger Arrive Kano He explained that the evacuation was coordinated by the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nigeria, adding…
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has condemned the alleged assault on an Albarka Radio reporter, Mohammed Adamu, by police officers during the Eid Durbar celebration in Bununu, Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area of Bauchi State. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Y. Z. Ya’u, the organisation described the incident as a serious violation of press freedom and an attack on journalists’ rights. CITAD Condemns NBC Directive, Warns of Threat to Press Freedom According to CITAD, Adamu was at the event to provide media coverage when he was reportedly stopped by officers led by the Divisional…
The Director General of the Kano State Primary Health Care Management Board (KNSPHCMB), Salisu Ahmad Ibrahim, has taken decisive action to address staff indiscipline at Kabuga Primary Health Centre following an unscheduled inspection visit. During the supervisory visit on Monday, March 23, 2026, Professor Ibrahim expressed concern over widespread absenteeism and poor punctuality among staff, noting that the situation was negatively affecting healthcare service delivery at the facility. In response, the DG immediately relieved the deputy officer in charge of her duties and appointed Khadija T. Musa as her replacement, citing her commitment and punctuality. The Routine Immunization (RI) Unit…
The Kano State Hisbah Board has apprehended several underage children, aged between 3 and 16, for allegedly smoking shisha at a popular recreation centre in Kano during the Sallah celebrations. The Deputy Commander-General of the board, Mujahid Aminudeen, confirmed the incident while speaking to journalists in Kano. He explained that the operation followed a report from a local government chairman alleging that minors were engaging in immoral activities at the Taj Mahal recreation centre. 44 Kano Hisbah Commanders Elevated to Superintendent Rank According to Aminudeen, Hisbah personnel who responded to the report discovered a number of underage children swimming and…
At the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women, the United Nations Youth Office, in collaboration with the Executive Office of the Secretary-General, UN Women, and United Nations Population Fund, officially launched the Core Principles for Meaningful Youth Participation in Intergovernmental Processes and Across the Work of the United Nations. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to strengthen youth engagement globally, ensuring participation is rooted in inclusion, equity, and shared decision-making. The launch also underscored the critical role of young women and girls in shaping meaningful participation frameworks. UN Summit: Africa Calls for Urgent Action on…
Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum spent the entire Saturday night in Pulka, coordinating security efforts following recent attacks in Ngoshe, Pulka, and other communities in Gwoza Local Government Area. This marks the first time a sitting governor has stayed overnight in Pulka, a community located 22 kilometres from Gwoza town. Kano Elderly Home Gets Relief as AMG Foundation, Partners Donate Essentials Governor Zulum held a high-level security meeting with the Brigade Commander, military officers, security personnel, and civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) to discuss strategies for strengthening security across the general area. “Leadership is not about living in your…
The Nigeria Labour Congress has rejected the proposed N6 trillion bailout for power generation companies, saying repeated financial interventions have not improved electricity supply nationwide. The NLC President, Joe Ajaero, said this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja, calling for urgent structural reforms in the energy sector. “The proposed N6 trillion bailout is a mere symptom of deeper structural failures in the power sector, and repeated financial interventions have not translated into improved electricity supply for Nigerians. “We cannot continue to deploy public funds to sustain a fundamentally flawed system, while ordinary citizens bear the burden of inefficiency through…
There is growing unease within the Nigeria Police Force following a directive by Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tunji Disu mandating the immediate disbandment of several tactical units operating across commands nationwide. Affected units reportedly include Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Anti-Cultism, Anti-Kidnapping, Scorpion Squad, Tactical Intelligence Response Squad (TIRS), Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), Monitoring Units, Tiger Squad, Gender Units, Anti-Robbery squads, among others. The order was conveyed through an internal wireless message after a recent virtual meeting between the IGP and senior police officers. According to the message, all tactical formations at command, area command, and divisional levels—regardless of their…
Popular Nigerian actor, Abiodun Ayoyinka, famed for his long-running role as Papa Ajasco, has unveiled a new public identity. In a video shared via his Instagram page on Saturday, the entertainer announced his new stage name, Bondu Alaska. Where Did the Money Go- Mike Adenuga Questions Papa Ajasco The development comes on the heels of his recent revelation about financial struggles, as well as a public disagreement with Wale Adenuga, founder of Wale Adenuga Productions, over limitations tied to the use of the “Papa Ajasco” brand. “Ladies and Gentlemen, good morning Nigerians. My name is Bondu Alaska. The one and…
The Plateau State Police Command has arrested a suspected fake news peddler and 21 alleged members of the notorious Sara-Suka cult syndicate in a major crackdown on crime within the Jos-Bukuru metropolis. The Commissioner of Police, Bassey Ewah, disclosed that the arrests were part of intensified security operations aimed at curbing criminal activities and ensuring public safety, particularly during the Ramadan period. According to the Command, the suspect behind a viral TikTok video that circulated earlier this month has been identified as 16-year-old Mohammed Shuaibu Adam. The video, posted via the handle @townboii1, allegedly contained inciting comments capable of causing…
Nigeria spent N7.65tn on food and beverage imports in 2025, yet hunger and malnutrition continue to worsen, raising fresh concerns among nutrition and economic experts about the quality, affordability, and accessibility of food in the country. The experts, in exclusive interviews with PUNCH Healthwise, noted that local production and reduced food prices have not translated into better access to food for Nigerians, stating that low incomes and high unemployment continue to drive hunger, as many Nigerians lack the purchasing power to afford available food. They explained that structural and economic challenges, such as high production and processing costs, poor logistics,…
The Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, has commended the Kano State Government for its efforts in improving the standard of education in the state. He noted that the government efforts have resulted in better performance by students in recent national examinations. Sanusi made the commendation when he paid the traditional Sallah homage to Governor Abba Yusuf at the Government House in Kano. The Emir noted that the improved outcomes recorded in the West African Examinations Council and National Examinations Council examinations were clear indications of the government’s commitment to revitalising the education sector in the state. He also lauded…
The Emir of Rano, Muhammad Autan Bawo, has urged the Rano Local Government Council to provide an alternative trading location for vendors operating around Rano General Hospital. This became necessary due to the increasing cases of road congestion and frequent accidents in the area The monarch made the call during his traditional Sallah homage visit to the council secretariat as part of activities marking Eid al-Fitr celebrations. Hope Rises for Traders as Kano Moves to Build Modern Market The Emir noted that residents of the Rano Emirate and commuters passing through the hospital axis have raised concerns over recurring accidents…
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have reinforced their dominance in Ngoshe and Gwoza areas of Borno State, successfully countering terrorist propaganda and ensuring residents celebrated Eid-el-Fitr in peace. Security sources revealed that insurgent groups, including Boko Haram and ISWAP, had recently circulated false claims of plans to overrun Ngoshe and hold Sallah prayers at the Central Mosque. The move was widely seen as an attempt to instill fear and project a misleading image of strength. However, acting on credible intelligence, troops swiftly responded to an attempted incursion on March 4 by reinforcing positions and intensifying clearance operations. With support…
Tunde Rahman It is said that no one does ceremonies quite like the British. This much was obvious last week when Nigeria literally strutted the red carpet rolled out in her honour on the ancient and hallowed grounds of Windsor and 10 Downing Street. By the time the curtains were drawn on President Bola Tinubu’s two-day official visit to the United Kingdom last Thursday, March 19, after his bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, not a few who witnessed the series of events put together to mark the visit or watched them live on television, and many others in…
Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa A defining political moment unfolded in Lagos as loyalists of NNPP founder, Boniface Aniebonam, converged at his Apapa office in celebration of a decisive court victory that has reshaped the party’s leadership structure. The ruling of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja, which directed INEC to recognise the Agbo Major led National Working Committee, effectively nullified the claims of the faction aligned with Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and the Kwankwasiyya Movement, setting the stage for what many now regard as a turning point in the NNPP’s internal power dynamics. Kwankwasiyya Applauds NNPP’s Strategic Appointments in…
The African Union has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Nicholas Haysom, describing him as a distinguished diplomat and a committed advocate for peace. In a statement released on Thursday, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, paid glowing tribute to the late diplomat, highlighting his decades of service to international peace and diplomacy. Kano Mourns the Loss of REMASAB Boss, Ahmadu Haruna Zago Youssouf said Haysom was “not only a distinguished diplomat, but a trusted partner and a dear friend,” noting that his career was marked by a steadfast commitment to justice, dialogue, and human…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Kano Strategic Command, has arrested a suspect and recovered 510 blocks of cannabis sativa in a major seizure ahead of Eid-al-Fitr celebrations. The NDLEA State Commander, D.Y. Lawal, announced the seizure in a statement issued by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Sadiq Muhammad Maigatari on Thursday. “On March 10, 2026, operatives of the NDLEA Kano Strategic Command arrested Mr. Sani Musa, 34, of Bebeji Local Government Area following an intelligence-led operation, during which officers recovered 510 compressed blocks of cannabis sativa,” the statement said. According to the statement, the suspect claimed that the consignment…
The Kano State Government KNSG has intensified efforts to address urban congestion and improve commercial infrastructure with plans to establish a modern market in Dangwauro. The initiative, driven by the administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf, took a significant step forward following a high-level stakeholder engagement with key market leaders in the state. Leading the consultation, the Commissioner for Land and Physical Planning, Abduljabbar Mohammed Umar, met with representatives of Yankaba Market (Vegetable Market) and Na’ibawa Yan Lemo (Fruit Market) to discuss the proposed development. The meeting focused on gathering input from traders and stakeholders to ensure the planned market meets…