Members of NNPP,PDP,APC attends gathering in honor of NAHCON boss Kola Oyelere Kano Members of leading political parties in Kano state ,the New Nigeria People Party ( NNPP) People Democratic Party ( PDP) and the All Progressives Congress ( APC) forget their political differences and assemble at a gathering to honour the chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, (NAHCON,) Professor Usman Abdullahi Sale,h Aside from the members of the three political parties that graced the occasion also,,the three major Islamic sects ,which includes ,the Izala, Tijjaniya and Qadiriyya were also in attendance at an event held on Saturday…
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Kano State Govt s 31.5 percent budget of 2025 significant portion directs on girls ‘education Kola Oyelere Kano Kano State tate Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, has said that 29.79% of the 2024 state budget and 31.5% of the 2025 budget have been dedicated to education with a significant portion directed toward girls’ education programs. He then added that ” In an effort of the state government,to strengthen girls’ education and bridge gender disparities in learning,has unveiled strategic plans to enhance support for girls through continued gender-responsive collaboration and equitable budget allocation.” According to him, the state has…
Kano Information Commissioner reaffirms Government’s commitment to voters’ awareness campaign Kola Oyelere Kano The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has reiterated the commitment of the state government to intensify awareness campaigns aimed at ensuring that millions of residents in the state obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). Comrade Waiya, who also serves as the Chairman of the Taskforce Committee on Voters’ Mobilization and Awareness Campaign, disclosed that Kano State is currently leading in the national voters’ registration exercise. According to him,” the committee is conducting a strategic planning process to register millions eligible…
Dangote refinery records 22 sabotage incidents since inception – VP Kola Oyelere Kano The Dangote Group’s vice-president, Devakumar Edwin,,has said that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has faced 22 incidents of sabotage since inception. He however noted that the Dangote Refinery started production on January 12, 2024, beginning with the production of diesel and aviation fuel, and later began processing petrol in September 2024. Edwin, who made this known stated that the incidents of sabotage, said the recent reorganisation in the company that led to the sack of some workers, had nothing to do with the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior…
Ganduje’s achievements still define Kano, despite NNPP’s attempts to erase them Umar Idris Shuaibu, Kano Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje In the unfolding political landscape of Kano State, one truth stands undeniable — Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje’s legacy continues to define the direction, pace, and expectations of governance. Nearly two years into office, the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP)-led administration under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has struggled to escape the shadow of the former governor, whose developmental strides remain deeply etched in the state’s progress story. Rather than consolidating on the solid foundations laid during Ganduje’s two-term tenure, the NNPP government…
Kano Govt allocates N700 million to renovate 2 technical colleges Kola Oyelere Kano The Kano State Government, has allocated N700 million for the renovation of Government Technical College Dambatta and Government Technical College Ungoggo The Commissioner of Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda disclosed this while inspecting the renovation work at Government Technical College Dambatta and Government Technical College Ungoggo. According to him,”The state government allocated over N400 million for the renovation of Government Technical College Dambatta and over N300 million for Government Technical College Ungoggo ” Dr.Makoda then stated that the state governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf ” is committed…
Waiya foundation supports 250 pupils with education materials in Kano community – Kola Oyelere Kano The Waiya Foundation,as part of its determination to ensure full enrolment of all school children across Kano state,has supported 250 pupils in Dala Local Government Area, Kano, with education materials Speaking at the occasion,the President of the Foundation who is also Kano state Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Abdullahi Ibrahim Waiya, also giave our financial support to 36 tertiary institution students to assist them with their upkeep. However ,the beneficiaries who are mostly underprivileged children received school uniforms, learning…
Allegedly financial scandal: NAHCON boss dismissed corruption level against him Kola Oyelere Kano The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Professor Usman Abdullahi Sale, has dismissed allegations of corruption leveled against him, describing them as false, baseless, and mischievous. Professor Sale made this known in Kano while addressing a gathering organized in his honour by a support group, where he dismissed allegations of corruption leveled against him, describing them as false, baseless, and mischievous. While reacting to reports alleging the diversion of ₦50 billion, the NAHCON boss dismissed the claims as “absurd” and “unfounded.” According to him…
LG Information officers forum honours Comrade Waiya with award of excellence – Kola Oyelere Kano The Kano State Local Government Information Officers Forum has presented an Award of Excellence to the Honourable Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya,to show appreciation for his outstanding contributions to effective information dissemination and staff development in the state. However,while presenting the award on behalf of the 44 Local Government Information Officers across the state, the Chairman of the Forum, Malam Jamilu Mustapha Yakasai, stated that the gesture was in appreciation of the Commissioner’s tireless efforts in promoting professionalism and improving…
” Girl child remains most vulnerable in society,becomes victim of GBV Kola Oyelere Kano Malam Saidu Sani, Program Officer of the Male Feminists Network (MFN) of the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has said that girl child remains one of the most vulnerable members in the society and often becomes a victim of Gender- Based Violence.( GBV) He however noted that there is a need for proactive and practical measures to curb this menace,” Sani stated. He made this known during the International Day of the Girl Child celebrates the voices, achievements, and leadership of girls worldwide, while…