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Kano Police Apprehend Suspect Involved in Killing KEDCO Staff

9May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Kano Police Apprehend Suspect Involved in Killing KEDCO Staff

Authorities in Kano have successfully captured Sadiq Zubairu, aged 35, who stands accused of the murder of Bello Bukar Adam, a 45-year-old staff member of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO). CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the spokesperson for the Kano State Police Command, reported that a resident of Zawaciki Quarters in Kumbotso LGA, Kano State, informed them that his elder brother, Bello Bukar Adam, a KEDCO staff member from Zawaciki Housing Estate, Kano, went missing after leaving his home with his Toyota Corolla on May 4, 2024. On that same evening, there was a report of a male adult's body found abandoned near the Eastern Bypass in Bechi Village, Kumbotso LGA, Kano State. CSP Kiyawa mentioned that a team led by Divisional Police Officer SP Mustafa Abubakar recovered...

The call for exposing sponsors and orchestrators of insecurity in Nigeria – Governor Yusuf’s message to security agencies

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

The call for exposing sponsors and orchestrators of insecurity in Nigeria – Governor Yusuf’s message to security agencies

Urging Security Agencies to delve deep into the origins of the escalating insecurity crisis in Nigeria, Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf emphasized the need to minimize its repercussions and restore complete peace to the populace. Highlighting the necessity of employing proactive strategies to combat the significant insecurity challenges, Governor Yusuf emphasized that merely discussing the issues will lead to idea sharing, while tangible actions must be taken by all stakeholders based on gathered information. These remarks were made during the Northwestern High-Security zonal conference held in Kano by the Directorate of State Security Services (DSS). Addressing the audience, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf challenged the security agencies to leverage intelligence data to uncove...

ASUU at Kano University Accuses Government of Neglect and Threatens Impending Strike

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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ASUU at Kano University Accuses Government of Neglect and Threatens Impending Strike

Concerns have been raised by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Yusuf Maitama University in Kano regarding a potential conflict with the Kano State Government. Accusing the government of disregarding their requests, the Union highlighted three critical issues affecting its members: improving conditions of service, enhancing and accelerating the university's development through sustainable funding, and fortifying University Autonomy and Academic Freedom. In a joint statement signed by the Branch Chairman, Comrade Mansur Said, and the Secretary, Comrade Yusuf Ahmed Gwarzo, it was expressed that multiple attempts to engage the state government in addressing their concerns had failed, prompting the union to bring these matters to the public's attention. ASUU emphasized the...

A crackdown on illegal Forex trading in Kano leads to the arrest of 17 suspects

9May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

A crackdown on illegal Forex trading in Kano leads to the arrest of 17 suspects

Seventeen individuals suspected of engaging in unauthorized Forex trading have been apprehended by the Police in Kano State. In a statement provided to the media, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the spokesperson for the command, confirmed the arrests. The crackdown was carried out by the Kano Police Command in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS) at locations where illegal FOREX transactions were taking place, particularly at Wappa Bureau De Change in Fagge LGA, Kano. During the operation, a total of twenty-nine individuals were apprehended. Twelve of them were released due to lack of evidence, while the remaining seventeen were found in possession of foreign currencies, including 68,000 CFA and 30 Indian Rupees. It was discovered that the seventeen suspects wer...

Abiding to the completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Highway – David Umahi

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Abiding to the completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Highway – David Umahi

David Umahi, Minister of Works, reaffirmed the commitment of the Federal Government to the timely completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Katsina-Kano Federal Highway under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope agenda. Umahi made this statement during a courtesy visit from Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani in Abuja on Tuesday. During the event, the minister mentioned that he had received a directive from President Tinubu to develop a program that would ensure the project's completion within the coming year. He assured the governor that the project, which was inherited from the previous administration, would be divided into three sections and initiated promptly. According to a statement released by the minister's special adviser on media and publicity, Uchenna Orji, Umahi said, "The first 38 ki...

Kaduna Governor, Uba Sani, Points to Umahi Emulating Tinubu’s Development Strategy

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Kaduna Governor, Uba Sani, Points to Umahi Emulating Tinubu’s Development Strategy

In a recent statement, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State noted that the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, seems to be following the development blueprint set by President Bola Tinubu. Sani praised Umahi for his efforts in driving development projects across Nigeria, regardless of the political affiliations of the regions. During a visit to the minister in Abuja, Governor Sani emphasized the importance of completing the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano road. He expressed his appreciation, stating, "I commend the Hon. Minister of Works for his dedicated work in this regard." Sani further remarked, “He has shown a commitment to executing the vision of our President, who has promised inclusive development for every region of Nigeria, irrespective of electoral support." “The Minister reaffirmed President Bol...

The Police believe that arresting and prosecuting electoral offenders is essential to improving the electoral process

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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The Police believe that arresting and prosecuting electoral offenders is essential to improving the electoral process

The Commissioner of Police in Osun State, Mohammed Umar Abba, emphasized the importance of taking action against electoral offenders in addressing election-related challenges. He also confirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police to contribute towards creating a fair electoral environment in the state. During a meeting with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, Commissioner Abba expressed readiness to support INEC in ensuring a transparent gubernatorial election in 2026 and emphasized the necessity of enhancing the electoral processes. Commissioner Abba stated, "Collaboration is crucial to enhancing the electoral process in Osun. Our experience from previous elections, like the one in Kano State in 2023, will be benefici...

Kano Pillars has Appointed Two Interim Head Coaches

7May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Kano Pillars has Appointed Two Interim Head Coaches

Jangora Ahmed and Ahmed Yaro Yaro Garba are set to lead Kano Pillars for the remainder of the Nigeria Premier Football League season. Following the suspension of head coach, Abdullahi Maikaba, the club's management has assigned Ahmed and Yaro Yaro to take charge of the team. Ahmed and Yaro Yaro, who both have history playing for the Sai Masu Gida, will step in as caretaker coaches. Earlier in the week, Maikaba criticized the club's leadership for what he perceived as a lack of professionalism. Despite the challenges, Kano Pillars have managed to secure 44 points from 32 games so far in this campaign.

Court grants Ganduje’s request to summon APC ward leaders through village head

7May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Court grants Ganduje’s request to summon APC ward leaders through village head

An application by the All Progressives Congress (APC) national chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, for substituted service on APC Ganduje Ward executive members who suspended him from the party has been approved by a Federal High Court. On Tuesday, Justice Abdullahi Muhammad Liman granted the application made by Ganduje’s legal representative, Hadiza Nasiru Ahmad. In April, the ward executives, led by Haladu Gwanjo and eight others, suspended Ganduje from the party for alleged infractions. An interim order was issued by the Federal High Court on April 18, directing parties to maintain the status quo pending the hearing and determination of the fundamental rights enforcement suit initiated by Ganduje against his suspension. The APC national chairman is pursuing a court declaration that his sus...

Legal Approval for Summoning APC Ward Leaders via Village Head Granted to Ganduje

7May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

Legal Approval for Summoning APC Ward Leaders via Village Head Granted to Ganduje

In a recent ruling, a Federal High Court has approved a request made by All Progressives Congress national chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, to serve APC Ganduje Ward executives through substituted means, following his suspension from the party. Justice Abdullahi Muhammad Liman granted the application on Tuesday, initiated by Ganduje's legal representative, Hadiza Nasiru Ahmad. The ward executives, under the leadership of Haladu Gwanjo and eight others, suspended Ganduje from the party on April 15, citing alleged violations. Earlier, on April 18, the Federal High Court issued an interim order directing all parties to maintain the status quo until the fundamental rights enforcement suit brought by Ganduje against his suspension is heard and determined. Ganduje is seeking a court declaration...