NDLEA arrests suspect with 1,499 bottles of codeine syrup in Kano Kola Oyelere, Kano The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, has arrested a 45-year-old suspect, Ashiru Bala, for allegedly possessing 1,499 bottles of cough syrup containing codeine in Kano State. The arrest was confirmed in a press statement issued on Thursday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics, Sadiq Muhammad Maigatari. According to the statement, the suspect was apprehended on February 25, 2026, at his residence in Lambu, Tofa Local Government Area following an intelligence-led operation by operatives of the agency. The Commander…
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Breaking :Police arrest suspect over inflammatory social media content to cause mayhem on Friday in Kano Kola Oyelere, Kano The Kano State Police Command has arrested a suspect allegedly responsible for circulating audio and video clips containing statements capable of inciting public disorder and creating fear among residents on Friday (today) In a public alert issued on Thursday,the command said the suspect was apprehended during a sting operation and is currently undergoing interrogation. Police authorities noted that the inflammatory content had been circulating on social media and was considered capable of disturbing the peace in the state. “The command views…
Kano Assembly gives deputy governor two weeks to respond to allegations or face impeachment Kola Oyelere, Kano The Kano State House of Assembly has granted the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo, two weeks to respond to a series of allegations levelled against him, warning that failure to do so could trigger impeachment proceedings. The Assembly said the allegations border on gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust. The development followed a petition submitted by the state executive urging the Assembly to investigate Abdulsalam over alleged irregularities during his tenure as Commissioner for Local…
*Abba Care: A Lifeline of Compassion in Kano State* By Lamara Garba Azare In Kano State, compassion has found structure. It has found funding. It has found direction. Under the leadership of Abba Kabir Yusuf, healthcare is no longer a privilege negotiated by wealth but a right strengthened by policy. What is unfolding across the state is more than reform. It is a moral commitment woven into governance. It is Abba Care. At the heart of this transformation is the introduction of free antenatal care and free delivery services for pregnant women in public health facilities. For countless families, this…
HumanManager HR, showcase it’s position at Lagos tech fest 2026 Kola Oyelere HumanManager, a leading HR and payroll technology company, strengthened its position as a trusted workforce solutions provider with a prominent exhibition at Lagos Tech Fest 2026, recently held in Lagos. With more than three decades of experience supporting organisations across Africa, the company used the platform to showcase its workforce management systems designed to simplify compliance, streamline payroll processes, and enhance operational efficiency for businesses of all sizes. Operating across Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Kenya, HumanManager provides solutions that enable organisations — from small and medium enterprises to…
Doguwa emerges Kano APC Chairman after resigning as Commissioner Kola Oyelere, Kano All Progressives Congress in Kano State has elected a new set of state executive members to steer the affairs of the party, with Haruna Doguwa emerging as the new State Chairman. The election, which was held on Tuesday night, produced Doguwa as the party’s helmsman following his recent resignation as Commissioner for Water Resources in Kano State to contest for the top position. His resignation was earlier accepted by Abba Kabir Yusuf, paving the way for his participation in the party’s internal electoral process. Other officials elected during…
Gov. Yusuf accepts resignation of water resources commissioner Kola Oyelere Kano Kano state governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has accepted the resignation of the Kano State Commissioner for Water Resources, Umar Haruna Doguwa. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement, Doguwa formally tendered his resignation on Monday, March 2, 2026, with effect from March 3. Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the former commissioner for what he described as his commitment, loyalty and dedicated service to the people and government of Kano State. The governor recalled…
CITAD condemns arrest of Gombe influencers, demands immediate release Kola Oyelere Kano The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has condemned the arrest and continued detention of three social media influencers in Gombe State, describing the action as a violation of constitutional rights and democratic principles. In a statement issued on Friday, CITAD identified the detained individuals as Abu Ayrin, Musa Khale, and Alhaji Audu Atampa Bajoga, who were reportedly arrested over posts shared on social media platforms. The statement was signed by Y.Z. Ya’u, Executive Director of the organisation, who said CITAD would continue to monitor the situation…
Education key to Kano’s growth, Waiya seeks synergy with tertiary communicators Kola Oyelere Kano The Kano State Government has reiterated that education remains central to its development agenda, describing it as a critical driver of sustainable growth and socio-economic advancement. The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, made the remarks while briefing journalists in his office. He stressed that education plays a foundational role in nation-building and in equipping citizens with skills needed for modern economic growth. Waiya explained that the meeting with public relations officers of tertiary institutions focused on two main objectives. The first is…
Digital policies may fall short , without inclusive climate conscious frameworks Kola Oyelere Kano The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has called for the integration of environmental sustainability and gender considerations into Nigeria’s digital policies, warning that the country’s digital transformation agenda may fall short without inclusive and climate-conscious frameworks. The call was made on Thursday during the fourth edition of CITAD’s Digital Tech Forum, themed “Greening and Feminist Centering of the National Digital Transformation Agenda. ” The forum convened policymakers, academics and civil society actors to deliberate on emerging digital challenges and strategies for building inclusive technology…