Four people feared dead at Rimin Auzinawa, Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State, following a violent clash with security operatives over the demolition of properties which was carried out around 10 pm on Sunday night An eye witness who preferred anonymity however disclosed that the victims were reportedly shot dead by security personnel after residents resisted the demolition of their buildings. However,a reliable source added that the demolished structures – mostly residential buildings under construction, estimated at around 40 – had been previously marked by the Kano Urban Planning and Development Authority (KNUPDA). According to him ” The land…
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The wife of Bauchi state governor who also the founder of the Al-Muhibbah Foundation, Hajia Aisha Bala Mohammed, has thrown more light on why she established a Non Governmental Organization ( NGO) to care for cemetery This was just as she “Why we began with a focus on cemeteries is that i believed it was important to care for the final resting places of our loved ones” Hajia , Aisha Mohammed, then expressed her readiness to continue philanthropic initiatives towards the development of the society. She however made this known during a 30-minute live program broadcast on Africa TV3, where…
Kano state governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has honored 35 distinguished indigenes for their exceptional service and outstanding contributions across various fields. Gov Yusuf, however, described the eveny, as “a night of pride, inspiration, and recognition,” celebrated the achievements of Kano’s finest individuals He then emphasized the significance of the ceremony, stating that it was a celebration of Kano’s enduring legacy of excellence. Gov Yusuf highlighted the honorees’ dedication, resilience, and service, stressing that their achievements serve as an inspiration for future generations. The event was attended by traditional rulers, religious leaders, and business magnates, fostering an atmosphere of mentorship and…
The Kano State government has committed N2,500,000,000.00 to conduct quarterly mass weddings across the 44 local government areas of the state in 2025. This was just as he stated that a sum of N1 billion has been earmarked for Ramadan feeding Making this known,the State’s Commissioner for Planning and Budget, Musa Shanono, stated this while briefing press on the breakdown of the State’s 2025 budget passed into law by the State House of Assembly. He disclosed that the government planned to spend N91.32 billion in the governance and service delivery sector for programmes and services of which the mass wedding…
A three time Commissioner for rural and community development in Kano state, Alhaji ( Dr) Ilyasu Musa kwankwaso,has urged president Bola Ahmed Tinubu’ and all stakeholders of All Progressive Congress ( APC) to be wary of desperate move by the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People Party ( NNPP) in 2023 general election, Senator Rabiu Musa kwankwaso,to defect to the ruling party, saying it has an alleged ulterior motive, capable of causing disunity and rancor in APC Ilyasu Kwankwaso, however stated that the former NNPP presidential flagbearer allegedly lobbying President Bola Tinubu to “allow him to defect to the…
The former presidenial candidate of the New Nigeria People Party ( NNPP) in 2023 election, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso,has been said to have an underground move to pitched tent with the ruling party,All Progressive Congress ( APC) as a calculation step , to secured a second term for the incumbent governor of the state, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf comes 2027 general election This was just as he stated that Senator Kwankwaso,has right to join the ruling party , however,the leadership of the party and president Bola Ahmed Tinubu’ should be wary of his ( Senator Kwankwaso)past political antecedents, when…
The Kogi Central Journalists Guild (KOCJG) has felicitate with Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo on his first year in office, hailing his exemplary leadership qualities and commitment to the welfare of Kogi citizens. This was contained in a statement jointly signed by the Guild’s President, Malam Muhammad Tijjani Abdulsalam, and General Secretary, Mr Ozumi Abdul, a copy made available to press in Kano However,the journalists commended Governor Ododo’s visionary leadership, which has ushered in a period of remarkable progress, growth, and revitalization across the state. The statement expressed happiness that “Under Governor Ododo’s leadership, the state has witnessed significant strides…
The Kano state government has called on president Bola Ahmed Tinubu’,to order security operatives ,who blocked Abacha stadium where the National Tijjaniyya Maulud slated for tomorrow,’ s meeting to withdraw and allow the program to hold This was just as the state government”We urge the Federal Government to immediately withdraw its security agencies from the venue and allow the event to proceed without hindrance. Kofar Mata Stadium is a property of Kano State Government, and there is no justification for any external force to obstruct a legitimate religious gathering. Making this known on Friday ,while speaking with press,the state Commissioner…
The Director General of the National Productivity Centre Dr Baffa Babba Danagundi has lauded the effort of the governor of Jigawa State Mallam Umar Namadi in giving free education to the people of the state. This was just as he stated that his efforts recently, by giving free education to the people especially the girl child and the sponsorship of thousands of students of the state to study medical and other related courses abroad all in effort to boost productivity in Jigawa State,is highly appreciated and commendable According to a statement he personally signed Dr.Danagundi and made available to press…
An officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Command, sustained injuries during a targeted operation to apprehend two suspected drug dealers in the Bebeji Local Government Area of the state. The command stated that Musa Usman resisted arrest and attacked one of the officers with a dagger, causing a stab injury. Despite the assault, the NDLEA team successfully subdued the suspects. This was contained in a statement signed by the NDLEA spokesperson in the state, Sadiq Muhammad Maigatari, a copy made available to press on Wednesday in Kano According to the statement,” The operation, carried…