Governor Yusuf donates 10 vehicles, 50 motorcycles to boost JTF operations in Kano Kola Oyelere, Kano Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has bolstered security operations across the state with the provision of 10 vehicles and 50 motorcycles to the Joint Task Force (JTF), a move aimed at improving rapid response and strengthening surveillance in vulnerable communities. The donation, which was made at the Government House, Kano, is targeted at enhancing the mobility and operational efficiency of the JTF, especially in frontline Local Government Areas including Kiru, Tsanyawa, Kunchi, Ghari, Shanono, Tudun Wada, and Doguwa. According to a statement…
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KANGIS boosts monthly revenue to over N750m after system reforms — DG Kola Oyelere, Kano The Director-General of the Kano Geographic Information System (KANGIS), Dr. Dalhatu Aliyu Sani, has announced a significant leap in the agency’s revenue generation, revealing that KANGIS now rakes in over N750 million monthly, a sharp increase from the N50 million previously recorded. Dr. Sani disclosed this during the opening session of the 2025 GIS Day celebration held at the organisation’s headquarters in Kano. The event, themed “GIS for Global Health Equity: Embracing the Geo-Generalist Era,” highlighted the growing relevance of geospatial technology in addressing modern…
Waya rules out 2027 governorship bid, Pledges support for APC reforms Kola Oyelere Kano Former Kano State governorship candidate, Inuwa Waya, says he will not contest for governor under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. Waya disclosed this in Kano while addressing journalists shortly after a strategic meeting with his core campaign team. He said his decision followed deep personal reflection and a desire to contribute to the development of Kano State from other fronts rather than seeking elective office. According to him, opting out of the 2027 race will allow him focus on broader initiatives…
Gov Yusuf says his administration has achieved over 80% of campaign promises in less than three years Kola Oyelere, Kano Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has said his administration has delivered more than 80 percent of its campaign promises within just two and a half years in office. The Governor made the declaration on Wednesday while presenting the 2026 Appropriation Bill of N1.36 trillion to the Kano State House of Assembly. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf described the achievement as a demonstration of focused governance and steadfast commitment to improving…
Gov Yusuf presents N1.3trn 2026 budget to Kano Assembly …Prioritises infrastructure, inclusive growth and sustainability By Kola Oyelere, Kano Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Tuesday presented a N1.368 trillion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly He however tagged it as a financial plan designed to accelerate infrastructure expansion, deepen inclusive growth and entrench sustainable development across the state. Presenting the appropriation bill tagged “Budget of Infrastructure, Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development,” Governor Yusuf said the proposal was crafted to complete major ongoing projects, consolidate gains recorded in key sectors, and…
PalmPay Ltd Launches Anti-Fraud Campaign in Kano, Urges Users to Stay Vigilant Kola Oyelere Kano PalmPay Limited has launched a major anti-fraud awareness campaign in Kano aimed at strengthening the safety of its financial services and protecting customers from online scams. This was just as the company said the company currently has more than two million ATM cards nationwide, which customers can use for withdrawals and deposits across commercial bank ATMs. Speaking during the campaign on Tuesday, the Managing Director of PalmPay Limited, Mr. Chika Nwosu, said the initiative was designed to build a “very healthy financial ecosystem” and eliminate…
Emir Sanusi visits attacked Shanono community, sympathize with families of victims Kola Oyelere Kano The Emir of Kano, Khalipha Muhammadu Sanusi II, has paid a sympathy visit to Faruwa town in Shanono Local Government Area, where several residents were recently killed in a bandit attack. His visit and message of condolence were contained in a statement issued by the Head of the Palace Media Team, Sadam Na’ando Yakasai, a copy made available to press in Kano. The Emir prayed for the repose of the souls of the victims and asked Allah to grant their families the fortitude to bear what…
Kano Governor declares 2025 Correspondents’ retreat open, reaffirms commitment to media freedom Kola Oyelere Kaduna Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability and sustained partnership with the media, as he declared open the 2025 Retreat of the Kano Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Kaduna. Governor Yusuf commended the Chapel’s leadership for creating a platform to reflect, dialogue and reposition journalists for the fast-changing media landscape. He said the gathering was timely, considering the transformative impact of artificial intelligence, digital tools and new media operations on journalism. “Retreats…
Psychiatrist warns Journalists against rising stress, Depression Kola Oyelere, Kaduna A leading mental health expert has raised fresh concern over the rising levels of stress and psychological disorders among journalists in Nigeria, warning that the profession is increasingly threatened by depression, trauma and burnout. Dr. Aminu Ibrahim Shehu, a Consultant Psychiatrist at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH), sounded the alarm while presenting a paper titled “Pressure Amid Deadline: Psychiatric/Mental Health Precautions” during the 2025 Retreat of the Kano Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) held at Pyramid Hotel, Kaduna. According to him, the fast-paced and high-pressure…
Zamfara residents troop out en- mass to welcome Minister of Defence to Gusau +- Endorse Tinubu for second term Kola Oyelere Kano Unprecedented numbers of residents of Zamfara State, cutting across political affiliations, on Wednesday trooped out in a massive show of support to welcome the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle Maradun, during his visit to Gusau, the state capital. The crowd also unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. Matawalle, who arrived in Gusau as part of his ongoing “thank you” tour to appreciate constituents for their unwavering support to the Tinubu…