Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has inaugurated a 14-member state judicial panel of inquiry to investigate the recent End Bad Governance protests that turned violent in the state. The Governor noted that the panel was established to fulfill his promise to the protesters, who had gathered at the Government House to express their grievances. He acknowledged their right to peaceful protest and invited them to present their demands to the President. However, the protest was hijacked by hoodlums who destroyed properties worth billions of Naira, including the NCC digital building, courts, and files. The Governor urged the commission to…
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Kabiru Haruna On September 1, 2024, Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf conducted an on-site inspection of the Kafinchiri Irrigation Project in Garko Local Government Area. The project, valued at N2.5 billion, is a major initiative under the state’s agricultural transformation agenda aimed at enhancing food security, promoting year-round farming, and driving economic growth. In a statement released by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf underscored the importance of the Kafinchiri Irrigation Project, describing it as a cornerstone of his administration’s efforts to boost continuous agricultural production across Kano State. He called on residents of Garko…
The International Press Centre, IPC, Lagos-Nigeria, through its Safety and Protection of Journalists (SPJ) hub has decried the remand of a Kano-based journalist, Mr. Muktar Dahiru, of Pyramid FM in prison. Dahiru was arrested, detained, expeditiously and abysmally charged to court and unfortunately confined behind bars for sharing ‘supposed contents’, assumed offensive by the the State government. According to information gathered by the SPJ-hub, Mr. Muktar Dahiru was arrested by the Police on Thursday, August 29, 2024 for an alleged series of content shared on his Facebook page. Media reports reaching the SPJ-hub further states that, “Muktar Dahiru has been…
The creation of Jigawa State from the former Kano State has been hailed as both a blessing and an honor, given the numerous developments that have sprouted across all Senatorial Districts. This statement was expressed by Dr. Sabo Wada Dutse, a patriotic indigene of the State, in a goodwill message to the Executive Governor, Dr. Namadi Danmodi. Dr. Dutse,noted that Jigawa State has made significant strides in socioeconomic and political dynamism. He attributed this success to the State’s strategic location and abundant resources, including human, natural, and mineral resources, which are key indicators of development. Furthermore, Dr. Dutse highlighted that…
Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai Attacking Mallam Nasir El-Rufai may not yield any fruit as this might just be the precursor to a more intricate revelation. Should the mischief-makers persist in adding baseless and malicious allegations, the situation could escalate further. These are truly captivating times in Nigerian politics. In today’s globally connected environment, the proliferation of misinformation has emerged as a potent weapon wielded by adversaries to sow chaos, manipulate, and shape public opinion. Moreover, individuals of this nature exploit opportunities to fabricate narratives that effectively counteract the effects of misinformation, thereby preventing political polarization driven by falsified stories or misrepresented…
Kabiru Haruna Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has flagged off the construction of a 5-kilometer road project in Kunchi town, Ghari Local Government Area, as part of his administration’s efforts to implement the 5-kilometer road projects across the state. The project, which was initiated during Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso’s second tenure, was abandoned by the previous administration but has now been revived by Governor Yusuf. During the flag-off ceremony, Governor Yusuf expressed his appreciation to the people of the area for their patience and support, and instructed the contractor to mobilize to the site within one week or…
Residents of Makwarari in Kano municipal local government area were thrown into shock after three people were trapped under a rubble following the collapse of a one-story building. The public relations officer, Kano State Fire Service, Saminu Yusif Abdullahi, explained that the incident occurred at approximately 09:30 am, according to emergency services. He pointed out that, the building, which was used as a dwelling house, measured about 30 x 40 ft had collapsed suddenly, crushing three occupants. The public relations officer maintained that the victims, identified as Balaraba Abba, a 35-year-old mother, and her two children, Abdulnasir Jilani, 12, and…
The Kano State Government KNSG has announced plans to invite the management of tricycle operators in the state for a discussion on their members’ consistent defaulting of monthly environmental sanitation laws. State Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Alhaji Nasiru Sule Garo, made this known during a press briefing after the Saturday environmental sanitation exercise in Kano. Garo expressed dissatisfaction with the tricycle riders’ disregard for the Monthly Environmental Sanitation Act of 2022, stressing the need for compliance. He commended Kano residents for adhering to the stay-at-home order during the exercise and encouraged the public to utilize the period for…
The Kano State Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs has organized a two-day critical stakeholder engagement for the 2023/2024 fiscal survey. The event brought together key personnel, including Directors of Personnel Management, Heads of Planning, Research, and Statistics from 44 local governments, and representatives from the Office of the Accountant General and State and Local Government Auditors. Deputy Governor and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, emphasized the importance of accurate data capturing for proper planning and policy execution. He thanked Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for approving the exercise, which aims to enhance workers’…
Kabiru Haruna The Kano Ministerial Committee investigating alleged financial mismanagement at Kano Capital School has submitted its final report with recommendations to address issues affecting the school’s operations. The 11-member committee, led by Permanent Secretary Hajiya Kubra Imam, was established on March 21, 2024, to investigate long-standing problems associated with financial mismanagement and staff claims. Receiving the report, Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa commended the committee for its work and assured that the government would implement the recommendations to bring positive changes to the school. He emphasized the administration’s commitment to restoring the quality of the state education…