Kano APC Chair urges restraint over NERC appointment dispute Kola Oyelere, Kano The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, has appealed to party members to exercise restraint and avoid making divisive statements over the ongoing controversy surrounding the confirmation of Engineer Abdullahi Garba Ramat as Executive Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The issue, which has reportedly caused tension within the state chapter of the ruling party, stems from allegations that Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, collected a $10 million bribe to frustrate Ramat’s…
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Senator Jibrin’s loyalists threaten legal action over alleged $10m bribe scandal Kola Oyelere, Kano A fresh crisis is reportedly brewing within the Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as loyalists of the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, have threatened to sue members of the defunct Gawuna Campaign Organisation over allegations that he and Senate President Godswill Akpabio collected a $10 million bribe to frustrate the confirmation of Engr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The development follows claims by former Acting Managing Director of the…
ICPC arraigns Civil Defence Officer for ₦1.7m misappropriation in Kaduna Kola Oyelere, Kano The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned a Deputy Superintendent of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Sani Yakubu, before the Kaduna State High Court on a three-count charge of criminal breach of trust and misappropriation of funds. According to a statement signed by ICPC spokesperson, Demola Bakare, the officer was arraigned before Justice Isiaka of High Court 12, Kaduna, on Monday, 4th November 2025, over the alleged diversion of ₦1,720,000 belonging to one Mrs. Vennica Idoko. The Commission alleged…
Northern Manufacturers hail 15% import duty on petroleum products, Say policy will boost local production , industrial growth Kola Oyelere Kano Industrialists from Northern Nigeria have commended the Federal Government’s decision to impose a 15 per cent import duty on petroleum products, describing the move as a bold and strategic step to promote local refining, stimulate industrial growth, and strengthen Nigeria’s economic resilience. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Dangote Group’s regional office in Abuja, Chairman of the Sharada-Challawa branch of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Muhammad Nura Madugu, said the policy aligns with the aspirations of local…
Shekarau urges FG to prioritize security, food access, as he marks 70th birthday Kola Oyelere, Kano Former Governor of Kano State and former Minister of Education, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, has called on the Federal Government to intensify efforts toward securing the lives and property of Nigerians and improving the nation’s economy, particularly access to food. Shekarau made the appeal on Wednesday while speaking with journalists at his residence during a press conference held to commemorate his 70th birthday. Expressing concern over the rising wave of insecurity across the country, Shekarau said the current situation, where citizens are “being murdered and…
FCCPC shuts down 4 Kano warehouses,over sale of, substandard ,under measured fabrics —-Warns violator risk 5 years imprisonment,fines ranges from N10 million to N100 million Kola Oyelere, Kano The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed four warehouses and several retail outlets in Kano State for allegedly engaging in deceptive trade practices involving the sale of under measured and substandard fabrics to consumers The Commission then ” warned that violators risk severe penalties — including imprisonment of up to five years or fines of up to ₦10 million for individuals, and at least ₦100 million or 10% of…
Senator Barau commends troops for repelling bandits in Shanono, urges vigilance Kola Oyelere Kano The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has praised security agencies for their bravery and professionalism in repelling bandit incursions into Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau commended the troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation MESA, led by the 3 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, for their swift and effective response to the attempted infiltration by bandits from neighbouring states. According to the statement, on…
Ganduje storms Kano on condolence visit, draws massive crowd Kola Oyelere, Kano Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and immediate past governor of Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, on Tuesday stormed the ancient city of Kano on a condolence visit that drew an overwhelming turnout of supporters. Ganduje, who arrived alongside his wife, was received at the Aminu Kano International Airport by top APC stalwarts, including Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo, Abdullahi Abbas, Abba Dabo, and hundreds of enthusiastic party loyalists. The atmosphere at the airport on Tuesday ,was electric as chants of “Sai Uban Abba!” filled…
Governor Yusuf committed to press freedom, journalists’ welfare — Bature Kola Oyelere Kano The Director-General of Media and Publicity to the Kano State Governor, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, has assured that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf will continue to uphold press freedom and prioritize the welfare of journalists working in the state. He dismissed insinuations that journalists were being harassed or gagged under the present administration, describing such claims as “false narratives propagated by elements of the opposition.” According to him, Governor Yusuf has consistently provided journalists the freedom to perform their constitutional duties as members of the Fourth Estate of…
Kano Special Advisers pass vote of confidence in Governor Yusuf — Forum hails transformational reforms, Endorses second term bid Kola Oyelere, Kano The Special Advisers Forum of Kano State has passed a vote of confidence in the Executive Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, commending his administration’s visionary leadership, accountability, and commitment to people-oriented governance. This is just as the forum ,said going by the laudable friendly projects executed across every nook and crannies of the state,they will rally around him to achieve a second term bid comes 2027 Speaking during a press conference held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at…