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NNPP Condemns Kano Assembly’s Impeachment Move Against Deputy Governor

Aliyu dahiruMarch 6, 2026

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has condemned impeachment proceedings against Aminu Gwarzo, deputy governor of Kano state. The party described the move as “legislative rascality” aimed at taking away the people’s mandate through the backdoor. In a statement on Thursday, Ladipo Johnson, NNPP national publicity secretary, said the party was not surprised by “the desperate antics”...

Man Arrested by Police for Alleged Hate Speech in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMarch 5, 2026

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a suspect over the circulation of audio and video clips allegedly containing inflammatory statements capable of inciting public disorder in the state. The police said the suspect was apprehended during a sting operation after the command intercepted reports about the circulation of the materials, which were said to...

Nine Students Expelled for Exam Malpractice at Al-Istiqama University

Aliyu dahiruMarch 5, 2026

The management of Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila has rusticated nine students over their involvement in examination malpractice during the first semester examinations of the 2025/2026 academic session. The development was disclosed in a Special Bulletin issued by the university’s Registry following the approval of the institution’s Senate after reviewing reported cases of examination misconduct and plagiarism....

NDLEA arrests suspect, confiscates 1,499 bottles of codeine syrup in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMarch 5, 2026

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency says it has arrested a 45-year-old man, Ashiru Bala, for possessing 1,499 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup in Kano. The command’s spokesman, Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. The command’s commander, Dahiru Yahaya-Lawal, said, “The suspect was arrested at his residence in Lambu, Tofa local government...

Just in. Kano Assembly Initiates Impeachment Process Against Deputy Governor Gwarzo Over Alleged N1.18bn

Aliyu dahiruMarch 5, 2026

No fewer than 38 members of the Kano State House of Assembly have signed a notice seeking the impeachment of the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, over alleged involvement in a N1.18 billion financial scandal.

Kano Introduces Steps to Safeguard Public Parks as Urban Green Initiatives Gain Momentum

Aliyu dahiruMarch 5, 2026

Kano State Government has intensified efforts to reclaim and safeguard key public parks in the state capital, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen urban environmental sustainability and protect green assets from encroachment. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr Dahir M. Hashim, following his...

Kano Assembly Calls on Governor Yusuf to Expand Streetlight Project to Local Councils

Aliyu dahiruMarch 5, 2026

Kano State House of Assembly has asked Governor Abba Yusuf to extend the ongoing installation of streetlights from Mariri–Maiduguri Road to Dawakin Kudu, Warawa and Wudil local government areas to bolster security and improve nighttime activities on the axis. The resolution followed deliberations at plenary presided over by the speaker, Rt. Hon. Ismail Falgore. Moving...

Governor Yusuf Condoles Family of Late Former Kano Finance Commissioner, Prof. Dandago

Aliyu dahiruMarch 5, 2026

The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of a former Commissioner of Finance and renowned academic, Prof. Kabiru Isa Dandago. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Wednesday. Governor Yusuf described the late Prof. Dandago as a dedicated...

One Person Killed as Security Agents Foil Abduction in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMarch 5, 2026

Security operatives have foiled an abduction attempt in Rantan Village, Bebeji Local Government Area of Kano State, rescuing two victims while one person lost his life. This was disclosed in a post shared on X on Wednesday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. The attack occurred at about 11:30 pm on March 2, following a distress...

NSCDC Nabs Alleged Gunrunner, Fraud Suspect in Kano

Aliyu dahiruMarch 5, 2026

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, has arrested a suspected gun-runner and a suspected fraudster in separate operations in the state. This is contained in a statement issued on Wednesday in Kano by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SC Ibrahim Idris-Abdullahi. It said that operatives of the corps, while on...

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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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