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Kano District Head, Sarkin Fulanin Ja’idinawa, Passes Away

Aliyu dahiruApril 15, 2026

The District Head of Garun Mallam and Sarkin Fulanin Ja’idinawan Kano, Alhaji Abubakar Gwadabe Buhari, has died. The Chairman of Daneji Amintacciya Community Development Association, Alhaji Salisu Abubakar Mai Manja Daneji, announced the death in a statement shared on the community’s WhatsApp platform. The statement said the traditional ruler died on Tuesday, April 14, 2026....

Kano Police Nab 193 Suspects, Recover Weapons and Drugs in Statewide Operations

Aliyu dahiruApril 14, 2026

The Kano State Police Command has conducted extensive raids across criminal hideouts and black spots in the state, resulting in the arrest of 193 suspects and the seizure of dangerous weapons and illicit drugs. The operation, carried out from April 10 to 12, 2026, was part of the strategic directives of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan...

BREAKING: Kano Court Dismisses Corruption Charges Against Deputy Governorship Aspirant Garo, Others

Aliyu dahiruApril 14, 2026

A Kano State High Court has struck out corruption charges against former Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, Murtala Sule Garo, and five others, citing serious procedural lapses and lack of jurisdiction. The ruling was delivered by Justice Sanusi Ado Ma’aji of High Court No. 15 on Tuesday, sitting on Miller Road in Kano, in a...

Married woman discovered dead at a male friend’s home in Kano

Aliyu dahiruApril 13, 2026

A wave of shock has gripped residents of the Sabon Gari area of Kano metropolis following the death of a married woman and mother of five at the residence of her male friend, Lucky Isuma. The deceased, identified as Sandra and reportedly from Abia State, was confirmed dead on April 11, 2026, at No. 47...

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,...

Gov. Yusuf Commissions Newly Completed Nasarawa Hospital Road, Racecourse Projects

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commissioned the Nasarawa Hospital Road and Racecourse road projects as part of efforts to improve road infrastructure and ease movement within Kano metropolis. The projects are expected to improve access to key locations, reduce transportation difficulties and support commercial activities within the state capital. The improved roads...

Kano Urges FG to Expand Road Projects, Embrace Durable Concrete Pavements

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has called on the Federal Government to sustain investment in road infrastructure in Kano, with particular emphasis on durable roads capable of withstanding heavy traffic. The Governor made the appeal while speaking at the commissioning of Section III of the Abuja–Kaduna–Zaria–Kano Expressway, where he represented President Bola Ahmed...

Gov. Yusuf Commends Tinubu for Boosting Infrastructure Development in Northern Nigeria

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritising major infrastructure projects expected to strengthen transportation, trade and economic development in Northern Nigeria. The Governor gave the commendation while representing the President at the commissioning of Section III of the Abuja–Kaduna–Zaria–Kano Expressway. He noted that efficient road infrastructure was...

Gov. Yusuf Hails Ooni of Ife as Monarch Marks 52nd Birthday

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has congratulated the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on the occasion of his 52nd birthday. The Governor described the revered monarch as a respected traditional ruler whose commitment to cultural preservation, peacebuilding and national unity continues to inspire Nigerians across ethnic...

2027: Gov. Yusuf Assures Tinubu of Northern Backing

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has assured President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the support of Northern Nigeria for his re-election in the 2027 general elections. The Governor gave the assurance on Saturday in Abuja while speaking at the inauguration of the Arewa for Asiwaju (A4A) campaign office. Governor Yusuf expressed confidence that the...

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