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Former Kano commissioners sue state government over confiscated official vehicles

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 27, 2026

Kano State Government’s recovery of official vehicles from former commissioners has taken a legal turn, as five ex-commissioners loyal to former Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso have filed a suit against the state at the National Industrial Court. The controversy follows a report that the Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) on Thursday reclaimed official vehicles from...

Kano Govt Faults Amnesty International Report as Misleading

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 26, 2026

The Kano State Government has rejected allegations by Amnesty International that it is escalating repression and targeting individuals for criticising Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Amnesty International, in a publication titled “Kano: Escalating Repression Endangers Freedom of Expression,” had alleged a pattern of arrests, detention and harassment of critics of the governor by security agencies at...

Kano is more united today than ever before, says Abba Kabir Yusuf

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 24, 2026

Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has declared that Kano’s political class is now more united than at any time in the state’s history, following recent realignments within the political landscape. Yusuf added that since the decampment, more political actors and supporters had continued to reunite, stressing that previously divided political families were...

NNPP alleges Kano government is targeting opponents politically

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 22, 2026

The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has accused the state government of targeting its members in what it described as a political witch-hunt. In a statement issued by the NNPP Publicity Secretary, Engr. Ibrahim Karaye, the party alleged actions of the government were undemocratic and unwarranted. The party alleged that...

APC Secures Victory in Ungogo, Kano Municipal Bye-Elections

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 22, 2026

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the Ungogo and Kano Municipal State Assembly bye-elections held on Saturday. APC candidate, Aliyu Nabil Daneji, in Kano Municipal Constituency, scored 7,484 votes to win the seat and will represent the constituency in the Kano State House of Assembly. The Returning Officer, Professor Ibrahim Tajo Siraj, announced the result...

Gov. Yusuf Praises INEC, Security Agencies Over Peaceful Bye-Election in Kano

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 21, 2026

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies for ensuring the peaceful and orderly conduct of the bye-election held in Kano State. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday. The Governor described the election as...

Kano By-Election: PDP, NNPP, ADC Absent from Ballot Papers

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 21, 2026

Three major opposition parties—the Peoples Democratic Party, New Nigerian Peoples Party, and African Democratic Congress —are missing on the ballot papers for the Kano State House of Assembly by-election holding on Saturday, as reported by Arise News. The by-election is being conducted to fill two vacant seats in the state assembly following the deaths of...

Kashim Shettima, Barau Jibrin, Abdullahi Ganduje, along with several governors, welcome Abba Kabir Yusuf into the All Progressives Congress.

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 16, 2026

Top leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday formally received Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, into the party at a grand rally held at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano. The event drew a large crowd of party supporters and political stakeholders from across the country, marking a significant shift in Kano’s...

All Progressives Congress National Chairman Visits Gov. Yusuf, Restates Commitment to 60/40 Leadership Sharing Formula

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 16, 2026

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, paid a courtesy visit to Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, where he expressed satisfaction with the impressive turnout of party supporters and leaders at the meeting. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on...

Kano governor vows to foster unity among political leaders, cautions against violent political conduct.

Aliyu dahiruFebruary 15, 2026

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has pledged to foster unity among political leaders in the state, warning against what he described as do-or-die politics. The governor made the remarks during the second special prayer session and Qur’anic recitation held at the Government House, Kano, where 4,444 reciters gathered on Saturday. According to a statement...

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

Aliyu dahiruOctober 21, 2026

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

Aliyu dahiruOctober 21, 2026

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

Aliyu dahiruOctober 21, 2026

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

Aliyu dahiruOctober 18, 2026

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

Aliyu dahiruOctober 17, 2026

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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