January, 2025 - insidekano.com

My Performance Will Speak for Me, Not Political Pressure-Yusuf replies Ganduje

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 19, 2025

In a bold reaction to insinuations that the APC is planning to manipulate the 2027 elections in Kano, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has vowed to resist any pressure on his mandate. Speaking during the monthly women empowerment program at Coronation Hall yesterday, the Governor emphasized that he is not worried about the 2027 elections, as...

Kano: Gov. Yusuf reads riot act to commissioners, warns against lack of unity, teamwork

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 19, 2025

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Wednesday expressed a stern warning to members of the state executive council agaisnt disunity and lack team work. The Governor equally reminded the commissioners the standing culture of loyalty, honesty and mutual respect in the cabinet, vowed punitive measures against any council member that disregard the standard rules. In a...

Governor Yusuf vows to crush poverty, disburses N2.1 billion naira to 41, 600 women

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 19, 2025

Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has disbursed over N2.1 billion to 41,600 women in the last nine months to boost small scale enterprises and economic growth in the state. The cumulative sum is part of the monthly N50, 000 start-up capital being disbursed to each of the 5,200 women selected selected from 44...

Governor Yusuf set to distribute N3b for flood victims in Kano

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 19, 2025

Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has completed arrangements to flag off distribution of three billion naira (N3b) to victims of flood in last rainy season in the affected areas. Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf disclosed this while declaring opened the 23rd State Executive Council Meeting held at Kano Government House today. A statement...

Gov Yusuf Assigns New Commissioners with Portfolios

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 19, 2025

Urges Them to Measure Up to Citizens’ Expectations Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has assigned new portfolios to the seven newly appointed Commissioners. Shortly after taking oath of office and allegiance, Governor Yusuf urged the new appointees to serve with dedication, integrity, and humility to salvage the present administration’s high expectations from the state...

Gov Yusuf Appeals for Reduction of 2025 Hajj Fare

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 19, 2025

As 2023 Kano Pilgrims Receive N375 Million Refund …Commends NAHCON, Saudi Arabian Gov’ts for Being Accountable Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has appealed to the Federal Government to reduce the Hajj fare considering the economic challenges faced by the citizens. The Governor made the appeal during an occasion organized by the state Pilgrims...

Kano Gov’t improved livelihoods of 41,600 vulnerable women in 9 months- Gov Yusuf

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 19, 2025

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf said his administration has so far improved the livelihoods of at least 41,600 vulnerable women through its monthly N50,000 grant being extended to 5,200 women in the last nine months. He made this known during yet another distribution of the N50,000 cash grant empowerment to 5,200 women held at...

Kwankwaso, Shekarau, Ganduje’s rivalry stunting Kano’s growth – Sule Garo

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 19, 2025

Deputy Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2023 elections, Murtala Sule Garo, has said the feud among former governors of Kano is affecting the progress of the state. He said these already established political figures must set aside their differences and work together for the betterment of the state. Speaking in...

Kano Durbar Named UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 12, 2025

UNESCO has presented the certificate on the inscription of Kano Durbar on the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity to Nigeria. The Durbar festival, known for its vibrant horse parades and cultural significance, has been recognized for its historical and cultural value. This acknowledgment is expected to boost tourism and global interest in...

Kano State Government Launches New Agricultural Policy

ramadanbnyusuf@gmail.comJanuary 12, 2025

The Kano State Government has unveiled a comprehensive agricultural policy aimed at boosting food production and ensuring food security. The policy includes provisions for modern farming techniques, subsidies for farmers, and initiatives to attract youth into agriculture. Governor Abdullahi Ganduje stated that the policy would transform the agricultural sector and contribute to the state’s economic...

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Gunmen kidnap local government secretary in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMarch 21, 2026

Unknown gunmen on Friday night abducted the Secretary of Kibiya Local Government Area in Kano State, Alhaji Hamza Musa Durba. The incident occurred late at night when about six armed assailants reportedly stormed his residence in Dinya town, within Durba Ward of Kibiya LGA. Security sources said the attackers arrived on motorcycles and were heavily...

Qadiriyya Sect observes Eid prayer in Kano a day after the Sultan’s announcement

Aliyu dahiruMarch 21, 2026

While most Muslims in Kano State observed Eid al-Fitr prayers on Friday, followers of the Qadiriyya sect held their own prayers on Saturday in the Makwarari area of Kano city. Sheikh Khalifa Sheikh Sammani Yusuf Makwarari led the congregation, explaining that the sect did not follow the directive of the Sultan of Sokoto, who had...

Kano government provides cash assistance and food supplies to families of 16 killed hunters

Aliyu dahiruMarch 20, 2026

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has provided cash and food assistance to families of 16 hunters who were lynched by a mob in Uromi, Edo State. The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Abdullahi Waiya, led a government delegation to Bunkure Local Government Area on Friday, where he presented N300,000 each to the families...

Eid-el-Fitr: Kano Records Peaceful Festivities Under Heavy Security Presence

Aliyu dahiruMarch 20, 2026

Kano residents on Friday celebrated Eid-el-Fitr peacefully, following tightened security measures. Security operatives were stationed throughout the city, ensuring calm at prayer grounds, on roads, and in public places. The tight security contributed significantly to the orderly conduct of the day’s activities. The festive mood was evident as residents stepped out in elegant attire to mark...

2027: Hafiz Kawu, Ja’o’ji Set to Step Down Following Tinubu’s Directive

Aliyu dahiruMarch 20, 2026

There are strong indications that two presidential appointees from Kano State, Hafiz Ibrahim Kawu and Nasir Bala Aminu Ja’o’ji, may soon resign their positions in compliance with the directive issued by Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kano Times reports that President Tinubu had directed all political appointees under his administration seeking...

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