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NDLEA Nabs 38 Suspects During Kano Raid

Aliyu dahiruMay 23, 2026

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Kano Strategic Command, has arrested 38 suspects during a two-day raid operation across major drug hotspots in Kano metropolis ahead of the Eid al-Kabir celebrations. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Sadiq Muhammad Maigatari, on Saturday. According to the statement, the...

Federal High Court Grieves Over Death of Kano Judge

Aliyu dahiruMay 23, 2026

The Federal High Court on Saturday announced the passing of a sitting judge, Justice Mohammed Yunusa of the Kano judicial division. The Director of Information of the FHC, Mrs Catherine-Oby Christopher, made this known in a statement in Abuja. The Justice Yunusa died on Thursday after a brief illness at the Kano State Medical Centre....

Police nab 248 suspected kidnappers, armed robbers, others in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMay 21, 2026

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Kano State Command, has arrested 248 suspects for various criminal offences in the state over the past month. The commissioner of police, Ibrahim Bakori, disclosed this during a press briefing at the Bompai Police Headquarters in Kano yesterday. Bakori said the arrests were made between April 20 and May 20,...

Kano inaugurates solar-powered boreholes to address water scarcity

Aliyu dahiruMay 21, 2026

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the installation of 166 solar-powered boreholes across communities in the state as part of efforts to address water shortage and improve access to potable water. The Acting Commissioner for Water Resources, Dr Dahiru Muhammad Hashim, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, saying the initiative was part...

Four feared dead after vehicle plunges into dam in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMay 20, 2026

Four persons have been confirmed dead after a Golf Wagon vehicle plunged into Tomas Dam in Danbatta Local Government Area of Kano State on Tuesday evening. The Kano State Fire Service disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Public Relations Officer of the agency, ACFO Saminu Abdullahi. According to the statement, the...

Kano anti-corruption agency summons former Head of Service over salary deduction allegations

Aliyu dahiruMay 20, 2026

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, PCACC, has said that it has invited the former Head of Service of the state, Abdullahi Musa over alleged deductions from workers’ salaries. The Commission Chairman, Sa’idu Yahaya disclosed this in an exclusive interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Kano on Tuesday. Mr Yahaya said...

Police officer dies in Kano thug clash weeks before retirement.

Aliyu dahiruMay 20, 2026

A police officer attached to the Hotoro Division in Kano State, identified as Sani S.O., has been killed during a clash between rival thugs, just weeks before his retirement. According to a Daily Trust report, the incident occurred when the officer and his colleagues were deployed to disperse fighting groups in the area. A source...

‘Enough Is Enough’ — Gov Yusuf Fires Back at Kwankwaso Over ‘Boy’ Comment

Aliyu dahiruMay 18, 2026

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has issued a stern warning to his former godfather, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, stating that if he continues speaking carelessly about him, he will “open a Pandora’s box”. Tell them, that they are talking too much, enough is enough, if they don’t stop, I will open my mouth and...

Emir of Rano turbans seven district heads, urges commitment to development

Aliyu dahiruMay 16, 2026

The Emir of Rano, Muhammad Isa Umaru, has turbaned seven district heads as part of efforts to strengthen traditional leadership and promote development across the emirate. The turbaning ceremony, held on Friday at the Rano Emir’s Palace, brought together traditional rulers, community leaders, government officials and residents from different parts of Kano State. Speaking at...

Kano launches investigation into alleged child trafficking, illegal adoption of two children

Aliyu dahiruMay 16, 2026

The Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, Children and Persons with Special Needs has launched an investigation into an alleged illegal adoption and child trafficking case involving two children.‎‎The children were reportedly taken from a young woman in the Kwana Hudu area of Kano.‎‎The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Amina Abdullahi Sani, vowed that anyone found...

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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