December, 2025 - insidekano.com

Speculation grows over a potential defection of the Kano Governor to the APC.

Aliyu dahiruDecember 29, 2025

Speculation has intensified over the possible defection of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). This followed public declarations by some of his aides and local government party leaders for the APC. The development has sparked debate within the state’s political space,...

Bandits Kill Resident, Injure Two Others, Steal 40 Cows in Kano

Aliyu dahiruDecember 28, 2025

Armed bandits have attacked Goron Dutse Village in Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State, killing one person, injuring two others, and stealing more than 40 cows. A resident of the community, Muhammadu Commander, told our correspondent that the attack occurred at about 11 p.m. on Saturday. Commander said the assailants stormed the village and...

The NNPP Approves Children of Late Kano Lawmakers to Vie for Assembly Seats

Aliyu dahiruDecember 28, 2025

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has approved that Sa’ad Aminu Sa’ad and Nabil Aliyu Daneji, children of deceased Kano lawmakers to contest the vacant seats of Kano State House of Assembly for Municipal and Ungogo constituencies created over the death of their fathers. The approval followed wide consultations led by the party’s National Leader,...

Kano governor expresses grief over death of retired Brigadier General

Aliyu dahiruDecember 28, 2025

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of retired Brigadier General Kabir Muhammad Galadanchi, a distinguished son of Kano State, who passed away on Saturday after an illness. The condolence message was conveyed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, in a statement issued to journalists in Kano...

Troops free kidnapped victim, recover stolen cattle in Kano.

Aliyu dahiruDecember 28, 2025

The troops of Joint Task Force have rescued an abducted victim from armed bandits in the early hours of Sunday. The troops operating around Yankwada, acting on a tip-off about the movement of armed bandits from Daurawa, Kira, Katsina State, advancing towards the Kano axis were engaged in a fierce gun battle. Our sources gathered...

JUST IN: Super Eagles beat Tunisia 3-2 at AFCON 2025

Aliyu dahiruDecember 27, 2025

Super Eagles beat Tunisia in their second Group C match of the 35th African Cup of Nations at the Complexe Sportif de Fes, Morocco.Head coach Eric Chelle on Friday said the Super Eagles wanted to win when they faced Tunisia’s Eagles of Carthage in their second game at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco...

Kano Hisbah detains nine women over alleged prostitution

Aliyu dahiruDecember 27, 2025

The Kano State Hisba Board has arrested nine young girls for allegedly engaging in prostitution, popularly referred to as “Good Evening Girls.” The Board’s Deputy Commander General, Dr. Mujahideen Aminuddeen, disclosed this in a statement made available to The Punch on Saturday. He said the suspects, eight females and a male, were apprehended during an...

Seven travellers heading for a wedding lose their lives in a road accident in Gombe.

Aliyu dahiruDecember 27, 2025

The Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, on Saturday, expressed deep sadness over the tragic motor accident that claimed the lives of seven persons from Lawanti community in Akko Local Government Area. The victims were reportedly on their way to Maiduguri, Borno State, to attend a wedding ceremony. Reacting to the sad news, Yahaya, in a...

Borno bomb blast: The threat of terrorism is still far from over — ACF

Aliyu dahiruDecember 26, 2025

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has described the recent bombing of a mosque in Maiduguri, Borno State, as a stark reminder that Nigeria is still battling to contain terrorism and insecurity. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the ACF’s National Publicity Secretary, Professor Tukur Baba, and shared with journalists in Kaduna on Friday....

Police apprehend five suspected kidnappers and cattle rustlers in Kano.

Aliyu dahiruDecember 25, 2025

The Kano State Police Command has arrested five suspected kidnappers and cattle rustlers during intelligence-led operations in Kiru and Tsanyawa Local Government Areas of the state. The arrests were carried out on December 14, 2025, by operatives of the command’s Anti-Kidnapping Squad and other tactical units, following credible intelligence reports. According to a statement signed...

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

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

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

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

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...

Eid Prayers Held at Bayero’s Palace in Kano

A large number of Muslim faithful on Friday gathered at the Nassarawa Palace in Kano to observe the Eid-el-Fitr prayer hosted by Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The congregational prayer was led by the Sarkin Malamai, Malam Kamalu, who delivered a sermon centred on spirituality, unity, and moral...

What's Hot

Latest Posts

Trending News

Editor's Picks

Inside Kano is your premier online news platform dedicated to bringing you the latest happenings from across Kano. We provide timely, reliable, and engaging stories that cover everything from local events and politics to culture, business, and community updates.

Quick Links

Popular Categories

Must Read