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Kannywood actor Umar Ascon passes away in Kano.

Aliyu dahiruMarch 14, 2026

Kannywood actor Umar Ascon, widely known for his role as Alhaji Lado Mai Barkono in the long-running television series Garwashi, has died. He reportedly passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the Malam Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) after a prolonged illness. A Kannywood producer and neighbour of the deceased, Abubakar Yahaya Matinko, confirmed...

English Premier League: Max Dowman makes history as Arsenal F.C. seal late 2–0 win over Everton F.C.

Aliyu dahiruMarch 14, 2026

Arsenal moved a step closer to the Premier League title as Max Dowman became the competition’ youngest ever goalscorer in a dramatic 2-0 win against Everton, while Chelsea’s top four bid was dented a 1-0 defeat against Newcastle on Saturday. Mikel Arteta’s side struggled to break down obdurate Everton until the closing moments at the...

Victor Osimhen on target as Galatasaray S.K. defeat İstanbul Başakşehir F.K. 3–0

Aliyu dahiruMarch 14, 2026

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen continued his impressive scoring form as Galatasaray cruised to a 3–0 victory over İstanbul Başakşehir in a Turkish Süper Lig clash on Saturday. The Nigerian striker was among the goal scorers as Galatasaray delivered a dominant performance at home, strengthening their push for the league title. Osimhen’s strike helped put...

BCAI’s WAVES Project Collaborates with Kano Government to Strengthen Coordination on Women Empowerment

Aliyu dahiruMarch 14, 2026

The Bridge Connect Africa Initiative (BCAI) says it is working with the Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs and other stakeholders to strengthen coordination on women empowerment initiatives in Kano. The initiative is supported by the French Embassy in Nigeria and implemented in partnership with AgrofixNG. Project Lead, Nathan Bako, said the collaboration is being...

Kano judiciary workers suspend strike following talks with government.

Aliyu dahiruMarch 14, 2026

The Law Officers Association of Nigeria (LOAN), Kano State branch, has suspended its ongoing strike after reaching an agreement with the Kano State Government. The industrial action, which began on March 11, was suspended on March 13 after several meetings between leaders of the association and government officials. The discussions were led by the Acting...

Eid-el-Fitr: Kano Governor Authorizes Early Disbursement of March Salaries

Aliyu dahiruMarch 14, 2026

Kano State Government has approved the early payment of March 2026 salaries to all civil servants in the state ahead of the forthcoming Eid-el-Fitr (Sallah) celebrations. Rukayya Uba Sulaiman, Director of the Public Enlightenment Office of the Head of Service, confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday, noting that the directive followed instructions from...

NSCDC Officer Dies During Palliative Distribution in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMarch 14, 2026

An officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has lost his life during the distribution of Ramadan and Sallah palliatives in Tudun Wada Local Government Area of Kano State. The incident occurred on Friday during a programme organised by member representing Doguwa/Tudun Wada constituency in the House of Representatives, Alhassan Ado Doguwa....

Kano Government Approves N310bn for Education, Roads, and Healthcare Projects

Aliyu dahiruMarch 14, 2026

The Kano State Executive Council has approved projects and commitments worth over N310 billion aimed at improving infrastructure, education, healthcare, housing, and other critical sectors across the state. The approvals were granted during the 38th Executive Council meeting presided over by Abba Kabir Yusuf at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Kano. The...

Muslim group in Kano holds protest, criticises attack on Iran.

Aliyu dahiruMarch 13, 2026

Thousands of Muslims in Kano, largely members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), on Friday staged a protest in solidarity with Palestinians, calling for an end to what they described as Israeli occupation and oppression. The pro-Muslim group also condemned what they called attacks on Iran that they said had escalated tensions and conflict...

NSCDC arrests four suspected phone snatchers in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMarch 13, 2026

Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have arrested four suspected phone snatchers in the Dorayi Babba area of Gwale Local Government Area of Kano State over their alleged involvement in attacks on residents. The suspects were apprehended following reports of public disturbances in the area, where hoodlums were said to be...

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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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