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NDLEA commends Kano youth advocate Zainab Nasir Ahmad for anti-drug advocacy campaign

Aliyu dahiruMarch 31, 2026

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has commended a Kano-based youth advocate, Zainab Nasir Ahmad, for her sustained efforts in raising awareness about the dangers of drug abuse among young people. The commendation was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the agency’s Public Relations Officer in Kano State, Mr Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari, via his...

Governor Yusuf expresses grief over the death of the Emir of Rano’s mother.

Aliyu dahiruMarch 30, 2026

The Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Maimuna Umar, mother of the Emir of Rano. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, on Monday. “Governor Yusuf has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Rano Emirate over the passing of the Emir’s mother,...

Just in: Gawuna exits position as FMBN chairman

Aliyu dahiruMarch 30, 2026

The chairman of the Governing Board of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria, FMBN, Nasiru Gawuna, has resigned from his position. It was gathered that Mr Gawuna has perfected his defection deal with a former governor of Kano, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and is expected to defect to ADC on Tuesday. In a resignation letter dated March...

Several feared killed as violence erupts in Kano communities

Aliyu dahiruMarch 30, 2026

Many people are feared killed and properties destroyed following a violent clash between security operatives and residents of Katai and Fauda villages in Wudil Local Government Area of Kano State. Residents said the crisis was triggered by a land dispute between some villagers and a Fulani traditional leader, who allegedly laid claim to land belonging...

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Congratulates President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on His 74th Birthday

Aliyu dahiruMarch 29, 2026

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has extended warm birthday greetings to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, on the occasion of his 74th birthday anniversary. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa...

Security operatives neutralize two bandits, thwart daytime attack in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMarch 28, 2026

A daylight incursion by hundreds of motorcycle-riding bandits into a border town in Kano was thwarted by gallant joint Nigerian security forces, working with the Kano Civilian Joint Task Force, rescuing over 500 rustled cows and killing at least two of the attackers. Revealing the development in a telephone call, the chairman of the Faruruwa...

Kano court sentences 85-year-old man to prison for rape

Aliyu dahiruMarch 28, 2026

An 85-year-old man, Malam Isah Abdullahi, has been sentenced by a High Court sitting in the Gwarzo Division of Kano State to 14 years’ imprisonment for rape. Following the successful prosecution before High Court No. 24, the conviction was secured by the Kano State Ministry of Justice. A statement issued by the ministry’s spokesman, Najib...

Kano Police Commissioner Showcases Community Policing Achievements Ahead of 2026 Police Day

Aliyu dahiruMarch 27, 2026

The Kano State Commissioner of Police, Adamu Bakori, has stated that community policing, since he assumed office, has helped in curtailing serious criminal activities that had bedevilled the state. Adamu Ibrahim Bakori made the remarks while unveiling activities lined up to mark the 2026 Police Day, with a strong focus on community engagement, public safety,...

Kano Hisbah Refutes Claims of Arresting LG Chairman During Hotel Operation

Aliyu dahiruMarch 27, 2026

Reports circulating on social media alleging that the Kano State Hisbah Board arrested a local government chairman and an associate in a hotel have been described as false and misleading. The Director of Public Enlightenment of the board, Auwalu Ado Sheshe, explained in a statement that the report was fabricated to tarnish the image of...

Breaking: Kano Deputy Governor Resigns Amid Rising Political Tensions

Aliyu dahiruMarch 27, 2026

The Deputy Governor of Kano State has resigned from office, according to a statement issued by the Kwankwasiyya Movement on Friday. In the press release signed by its spokesperson, Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed, the movement said the resignation, though difficult, was taken in the overall interest of the people and to ensure stability in the...

Governor Yusuf steps up enforcement of traffic regulations across Kano.

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Monday personally supervised traffic compliance at Kofar Fanfo Junction, where he spent over one hour ensuring motorists obeyed traffic light signals. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday. The Governor was accompanied by the Secretary to the...

Governor Yusuf inaugurates Sickle Cell Centre, distributes 300 digital health monitoring devices.

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially launched a Sickle Cell Centre to provide comprehensive care and treatment for people living with sickle cell disease in the state. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesman, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday. Governor Yusuf also flagged off the symbolic distribution...

Kano Government Delegation Visits Sultan to Offer Condolences Over the Passing of the Sardaunan Sokoto

A delegation from the Kano State Government has paid a condolence visit to Sokoto State over the death of the Sardaunan Sokoto, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji, on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday. The delegation, led by the Deputy...

Governor Yusuf Receives Prestigious British International Literacy Award for Advancing Education in Kano

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has received the prestigious International Literacy and Learning Leadership Award in recognition of his bold leadership and unwavering commitment to transforming education in Kano State. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. The award was presented by Universal...

Just in: Kano Lawmaker Leaves NDC, Rejoins APC Following Meeting with Barau

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has received the member representing Makoda State Constituency in the Kano State House of Assembly, Muhammad Ahmad Tomas, back into the All Progressives Congress. This he says marks another shift in Kano’s evolving political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. Tomas, who had recently defected to...

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