The Joint Clusters of Kano State Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) unde the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) have issued a statement distancing themselves from a recent protest and press conference organized by some individuals claiming to represent PWDs. Establishment of Disability Commission Tops Agenda for Kano PWDs The groups stated that they were not aware of the protest, nor were they involved in it. Instead, they have been working closely with the Kano State Government, which has provided significant support to PWDs in the state. The group pointed out that, the Kano State Government, under the leadership…
Author: Editor
Read More
The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep condolences over the loss of the mother of Jeremiah Enemona Ochema, a distinguished reporter with AIT serving in Kano and the mother of Prof. Mainasara Kurfi, a respected academic in the Department of Mass Communication at Bayero University, Kano (BUK). Kano Govt Unveils Compensation Plan For Tal’udu Overpass In a condolence message signed by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf extended his sympathies to Jeremiah Ochema and the entire AIT family. The Governor praised the late mother for her exemplary role in raising a dedicated and…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the nation’s energy sector through comprehensive refinery rehabilitation. The company has made significant strides in overhauling its refinery operations, ensuring that they meet global standards. Port Harcourt Refinery Fully Operational- NNPC Limited In response to concerns raised by former President Olusegun Obasanjo regarding the operational status of the rehabilitated Port Harcourt and Warri refineries, NNPC Ltd.’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, extended an invitation to the former president to witness the progress made firsthand. Soneye emphasized that the rehabilitation efforts were not merely routine maintenance…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reassured property owners affected by the ongoing Tal’udu Overpass project of fair compensation and relocation. The multi-billion naira project is part of the state’s urban renewal drive, aimed at enhancing infrastructure development and meeting global standards for a mega city. During a meeting with stakeholders and community leaders at the Government House in Kano, Governor Yusuf emphasized his administration’s commitment to ensuring that affected property owners receive reasonable compensation. Kano Government Vows to Pay School Food Contractors Promptly He explained that the compensation would be paid through designated bank accounts, and that the…
Shugaban Gidan Radiyon jihar Kano, Kwamared Abubakar Adamu Rano ya ce ya sami nasarorin masu tarin yawa a shekarar 2024 da ta gabata . Na Farfado da Martabar Gidan Rediyon Kano- Kwamared Rano Abubakar Rano ya bayyana hakan ne yayin wani taro na karshen shekara da aka shirya domin bitar nasarori da ƙalubalen da gidan Radio ya samu a Shekarar da ta gabata. Kano Commissioner of Info Assures Human-Oriented Projects Ya ce shugabancinsa ya cimma nasarori kusan sittin a shekarar da kare ciki har da samar da sashin yada labarai ta kafafen zamani wato New Media da samar masa da…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has made a significant move to ensure the supply of affordable Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) in Nigeria. Heyden Petroleum and Ardova Plc have joined forces with the refinery to achieve this goal, thanks to President Bola Tinubu’s crude-for-naira swap initiative . IPMAN, Dangote Refinery Seal Deal to Ensure Steady Fuel Supply This strategic partnership aims to provide a steady supply of petroleum products at affordable prices, stabilizing the nation’s fuel market and enhancing energy security for consumers. The agreement is expected to enable both Ardova and Heyden to secure a reliable and consistent supply of petroleum…
Ado Salisu Alhaji Shuaibu Gara Ibrahim Baballe was a trailblazing entrepreneur, transporter, and philanthropist who left an indelible mark on the business and social landscape of Gombe State, Nigeria. Born in 1919 in Kundulum, Gombe Emirate, Shuaibu Gara’s life was a testament to his hard work, resilience, and generosity. Early Beginnings Shuaibu Gara’s early life was shaped by his family’s mercantile traditions. His father, Alhaji Ibrahim Baballe, was a successful Hausa merchant from Kano State who had settled in Kundulum. Shuaibu Gara’s involvement in the family business, which entailed the purchase and transportation of cattle, laid the foundation for his…
The Kano State Government has assured contractors supplying food to its 39 boarding schools of prompt payment. This commitment was made by the State Commissioner of Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, during an interactive meeting with principals of boarding schools and contractors. Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda Vows to Boost Education Sector Dr. Makoda stated that the government will ensure that contractors receive payment on time, without delay, once they are verified. He attributed the successes in the school feeding program to the commitment of Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration to overhauling the education sector. Notably, the Governor reviewed the…
The Kano State Government has announced the resumption dates for the 2024/2025 second term academic session. According to the announcement, boarding students in public and private primary and post-primary schools are expected to resume on Sunday, January 5, 2025. New Academic Session:Kano postpones Schools Resumption Day students, on the other hand, will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025. The state government has urged parents and guardians to take note of the resumption dates and ensure that their children comply. In a statement signed by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru, the government warned that disciplinary action will be…
The Kano State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in combating crime, with the arrest of a female-led syndicate of thieves. Kano Police Command Rolls Out Security Measures for New Year The principal suspect, 19-year-old Shamsiyya Adamu, was arrested on December 21, 2024, following reports of stolen mobile phones in Unguwa Uku Quarters Kano. The syndicate’s modus operandi involved deceiving housewives, stealing their mobile phones, and swindling money from their victims’ bank accounts. They used a tricyclist and a cyber criminal to aid in their operations. Kano Police Arrest Mastermind Behind Kofar Mata Thuggery Four other suspects were arrested…