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NDLEA operatives storm drug hideouts in Kano, arrest 21 suspects.

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, says it has dislodged several drug joints across the state. It said the operation led to the arrest of 21 suspects, and seizure of various illicit substances and weapons. This is contained in a statement on Sunday in Kano by the command’s Public Relations Officer,...

APC stakeholders present three candidates for Kano deputy governor slot

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Kano State have submitted three nominees to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for consideration to fill the vacant office of deputy governor. The decision followed a meeting held on Saturday after consultations among party leaders. The meeting was chaired by former APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and attended...

Empowerment Initiative: Governor Yusuf Distributes N334 Million to 6,680 Women in Kano

Aliyu dahiruApril 11, 2026

Kano State governor, Abba Yusuf, has disbursed N334 million to 6,680 women across the state under his administration’s women empowerment programme. The governor, who spoke at the disbursement ceremony in Kano, said the initiative was part of deliberate efforts to reduce poverty, improve livelihoods and promote inclusive economic growth. He disclosed that each beneficiary receives...

UNICAL Convocation: Emir Bayero Tells Graduates That Education Without Humility Is Meaningless

Aliyu dahiruApril 11, 2026

The Chancellor of the University of Calabar and the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, has advised graduates to prioritise character over academic titles, saying true wisdom is demonstrated through humility and conduct rather than the display of achievements. Bayero spoke at the university’s 38th convocation ceremony held at the Abraham Ordia Stadium,...

Kano Governor Pays Condolence Visit to Emir of Rano Following Mother’s Passing

Aliyu dahiruApril 11, 2026

The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Saturday paid a condolence visit to the Emir of Rano, Alhaji Muhammad Isa Umaru, over the death of his mother, Hajiya Maimuna Isa Umaru. A statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mustapha Muhammad, said Yusuf expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the...

Kano federal lawmaker, Mohammad Danjuma Hassan, dies in Abuja

Aliyu dahiruApril 11, 2026

Hassan Danjuma, the lawmaker representing Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has died. Danjuma, who was elected in 2023 on the platform of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), reportedly died on Saturday. His death was confirmed in a Facebook post by Saifullahi Hassan, a media aide to former Kano State Governor,...

NSCDC deploys drone surveillance to strengthen security in Kano

Aliyu dahiruApril 10, 2026

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, has conducted a successful test run of a newly deployed surveillance drone to enhance security operations. The state commandant, Mohammed Hassan-Agalama, made this known in a statement by the public relations officer, SC Ibrahim Idris-Abdullahi, on Friday in Kano. The state commandant conducted the...

Kano provides three vehicles to support NDLEA’s fight against drug abuse.

Aliyu dahiruApril 10, 2026

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Kano Strategic Command, has received three operational vehicles from the Kano State Government to strengthen its fight against drug abuse and trafficking in the state. The donation was confirmed in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics Sadiq Maigatari, made available to Our sources...

Robbers chop off teacher’s hand in Kano

Aliyu dahiruApril 9, 2026

Suspected motorcycle robbers have severed the hand of a teacher, Isah Sallama, during a violent attack in Bunkure Local Government Area of Kano State. A statement issued by the Secretary for Public Enlightenment, Rano Emirate Council, Nasiru Habu Faragai, said that incident occurred on Wednesday night along the Funkuyi road under the Buran district. Faragai...

Federal Government set to commence installation of a 2MW solar mini-grid project at Kano university

Aliyu dahiruApril 9, 2026

The Federal Government will soon commence the construction of a 2-megawatt solar minigrid at Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUST), Wudil, as part of efforts to improve power supply in tertiary institutions under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. This was contained in a statement issued by the Deputy Registrar, Information and Public Affairs...

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Kano ADC holds successful congress, elects new executives.

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

The ADC has unveiled its newly elected state executives in Kano State following the conclusion of its 2026 state congress. Hon. Abullahi Maikano emerged as Chairman, with Hon. Ali Datti Yako serving as Deputy Chairman. The leadership structure also includes multiple vice chairmen representing different zones, alongside key administrative positions such as Secretary, Treasurer, and...

NDLEA operatives storm drug hideouts in Kano, arrest 21 suspects.

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

Kwankwaso Speaks on ADC Power-Sharing Formula

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

Leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has revealed that his group accepted a reduced share in the power-sharing arrangement within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) despite being offered a larger percentage. Kwankwaso disclosed this while addressing members of the movement in Kano at the weekend. He said the...

Kano Govt Okays ₦4.45bn for NECO, NABTEB, NBAIS Fees of 150,000 Students

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

The Kano State Government has approved ₦4,450,552,700 to cover registration fees for NECO, NABTEB and NBAIS examinations for the 2026/2027 academic session. The Commissioner for Education, Ali Abubakar Makoda, announced the approval on Sunday at a press conference, stating that the intervention will benefit over 150,000 Senior Secondary School Three (SS3) students across the state. He explained...

APC stakeholders present three candidates for Kano deputy governor slot

Aliyu dahiruApril 12, 2026

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