Umar Idris Shuaibu, Kano Participants at a public lecture organized to mark 2024 Nigeria Democracy Day have expressed dissatisfaction with the level of progress and achievement of Democratic rule in the last 25 years. Most of the participants who spoke during the event blame the country’s underdevelopment on politicians who always prioritize their interest above national interest. The public lecture which was organized by Aminu Kano center for Democratic research and training ( Mambayya) in collaboration with SEDSAC: Humanitarian Initiative was attended by academics, politicians, traditional rulers, religious leaders and civil society groups to deliberate on the nation’s democracy. Read…
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UMAR IDRIS SHUAIBU, Kano The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has extended his warmest congratulations to Muslim Umma in Nigeria on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. A statement by Edwin Olofu, the Chief Press Secretary to the National Chairman of APC that was made available to newsmen stated that the “Festival of Sacrifice” is a celebration of faith, obedience, and devotion. Mr Olofu quoted his principal to describe the important festival as a day to commemorate the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son Ismail (Ishmael) as an act of…
Umar Idris Shuaibu, Kano The Kano state command of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps NSCDC says it has approved the deployment of Three thousand One hundred and sixty-eight (3,168) personnel to cover Eid-el Kabir celebrations in Kano. SC Ibrahim Idris Abdullahi, the command public relations officer disclosed this in a statement obtained by ‘Good Evening Nigeria’ in Kano. According to the statement, the Officers are to work in liaison and synergy with men of the Nigerian Police, DSS, FRSC, KAROTA and others in maintaining law and order as well as free flow of traffics before, during and after…
UMAR IDRIS SHUAIBU, KANO The accreditation visits of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to Federal College of Agricultural Produce Technology (FCAPT), Kano in May 2024 has yielded fruitful result with the accreditation of two Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes to sustain and consolidate the high academic standard of the College. This was contained in a notification letter signed by the Director Monotechnic Programmes Department Sama’ila Tanko, and sent to the College. According to the letter, the National Board for Technical Education granted full accreditation of five years to Higher National Diploma Crop Production Technology and Higher National Diploma…
The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested two suspects and invited three Permanent Secretaries for questioning over an alleged fraud involving the sale of employment forms in the Office of the Head of Service. The commission’s Chairman, Muhuyi Rimin-Gado, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kano on Wednesday that the investigation was ongoing to identify and bring to justice those responsible for the scam. He said that already, thousands of desperate job seekers have been affected by the fraud. ” Preliminary investigations have uncovered fraudulent activities at the office of the Head of Service, Civil…
Umar Idris Shuaibu, Kano Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH) Wudil, has secured National Universities Commission (NUC) accreditation for 20 courses following an exercise conducted by the body recently. The Vice-Chancellor of ADUSTECH, Professor Musa Tukur Yakasai, made this announcement in a statement made available to newsmen on Wednesday, in Kano. Musa Tukur said that the result showed that 20 out of the 24 courses assessed secured full accreditation, with only four course, ‘Agricultural Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Building Technology and Estate Management’ getting interim accreditation. Read Also: VC ADUSTECH, Professor Tukur Yakasai felicitates Gov Yusuf on his first…
Ramatu Garba, Kano The Federal Government on Monday, presented 42,000 metric tonnes of assorted food commodities to the Kano Government for distribution to vulnerable persons in the state. The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Hajiya Zubaida Umar, presented the items to Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf in Kano. Umar, represented by Dr Ishaya Isah-Chonoko, NEMA Acting Zonal Director of the Northwest, said the gesture was part of the federal government’s efforts to cushioning the effect of high cost of food in the country “President Bola Ahmed, approved the release of 42,000 metric tonnes of assorted food commodities from the…
The Correspondent Chapel of the Kano State Council of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) has decided to boycott all activities related to the Kano State Government, effective immediately. This decision was taken in response to the persistent and unacceptable maltreatment of members of the chapel in the state by the government and its agents while discharging their primary assignments. “Despite our efforts to engage with the government and its officials to address these issues, we have seen no improvement in the situation,” Members of the chapel continue to face harassment, intimidation, and even physical assault while performing their duties.…
Umar Idris Shuaibu – Kano People have been enjoined to desist from cigarette smoking in order to safeguard themselves against the dangers it constitutes in the human body. The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf dropped the hint in a press briefing to mark the 2024 World No Tobacco Day Celebration. The Commissioner stated that tobacco is the major risk factor for non-communicable diseases associated with a higher risk of developing severe outcomes from the disease and eventually death. Dr. Labaran said that identifiable risks from smoking include chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, coronary heart disease, hypertensive heart…
Ramatu Garba, Kano Inmates of Composite Custodial Facility in Kano have appealed to the Kano State Government to provide classrooms and other educational facilities for prisoners in the state. The inmates made the call when the Chairperson of Kano State Committee on Prerogative of Mercy, Hajiya Azumi Namadi-Bebeji, took a tour to the three composite custodial centres in the state. This is contained in a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Correctional Service Centre, Kano State Command, SC Musbahu Kofar-Nassarawa on Friday in Kano. Read Also: Senators alarmed dogs are better fed than inmates NCS facilities…
Umar Idris Shuaibu – Kano In a bid to enhance access to WASH facilities, the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA) Kano, has taken a step to award contracts for the provision of water and sanitation facilities in primary schools. The Managing Director of RUWASA, Engr. Shamwilu Isah stated this after a bid opening and screening exercise for the prospective contractors held in RUWASA Office. Engr. Shamwilu Isah said the projects would be executed by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), under its Water and Sanitation (WASH) programme supported by the EU-Education and Youth Empowerment (EYE-P). He said the…
The Special Adviser to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Cooperative Groups, Honourable Jamilu Abbas, has urged the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, to offer wise counsel to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in improving the economy of Kano State. Jamilu Abbas made the statement while interacting with newsmen in his office. Read Also: KNSG Host Cooperative Groups, Harps on Enhancing Economic Development The Adviser said it is very important to unite Kano at this moment due to its cultural affinity and history as one united emirate. Jamilu Abbas said Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has done the right thing by signing…
By Umar Umar – Gombe The Board of Trustees, North Eastern University, Gombe, has appointed the Emir of Gombe, Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, as the university’s First Chancellor. Presenting the Appointment Letter to His Royal Highness in Gombe, the Board of Trustees Chairman, Alhaji Umaru Maigari, said the Emir of Gombe had met all the qualities of the esteemed position, which traditionally sought a prominent individual, and icon of unity, to serve as the ceremonial head of the university. The BoT Chairman, who was represented by a board member, Awwal Babayo Shehu, said the appointment of a Chancellor aligned with…
Ramatu Garba – Kano Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) Bayero University (BUK) Kano, has launched agri-hacking 2.0 and supported 22 communities with improved seeds to enhance food production. The Vice Chancellor BUK, Prof Sagir Adamu-Abbas, disclosed this at the CDA third Open Day, on Thursday in Kano. Represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor Academics, Prof Sani Muhammad-Gumel, Adamu-Abbas said agri-hacking was a competion to support new innovators in agriculture for greater productivity. “This initiative is not just a competition, but a platform to nurture talent, drive sustainable solutions and create wealth while addressing the critical environmental and socio-economic challenges faced…
Umar Idris Shuaibu – Kano The Director General Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency, Pharm. Gali Sule has applauded the notable achievements of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in the health sector in general. Pharm. Sule made the commendation while felicitating with the governor over one year anniversary in office, as contained in a statement issued Wednesday by Farouk Isa Musa, Public Relations Officer of the agency. The DG listed some of the laudable achievements recorded by the state government, particularly at DMCSA, including providing qualitative and affordable drugs and consumables. “Since we came on board in July last…
About 40 directors failed the qualifying examination for appointment to the position of permanent secretaries. A total of 92 directors were listed to sit for the examination which took place on May 27, 2024. While 40 directors scored below 50 per cent, which indicated failure, according to the result of the examination released in Abuja, three were absent while one director could not complete the exam. A May 28, 2024 memo by the Office of the Head of Service tagged, “HCSF/ CMO/ AOD/012/IX/59’ noted that the next test will be an ICT-based test. It was gathered that the Federal Government,…
Kano State Government has saluted the effort of Els Foundation for their track records of helping humanity in the State. The Commissioner of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Eradication of the state, Hajiya Aisha Lawan stated this shortly receiving an award of recognition from the Foundation. Hajiya Aisha Lawan said the Ministry that is just established by the administration of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf would focus on addressing the lingering issues facing the people. She said the Ministry will continue to partner with Foundation like Els in order to lessen the burden on the Government. Speaking earlier, the representative of the…
The Commissioner of Public Procurement, Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Hon. Ibrahim Ali Namadi Dala congratulates His Excellency, Alh. Abba Kabir Yusuf, Executive Governor of Kano State, on his first year in office. This important accomplishment demonstrates Governor Yusuf’s steadfast dedication to Kano State’s growth and prosperity. He said under Governor Yusuf’s leadership, the state’s public procurement processes have seen unprecedented improvements. Hon. Namadi highlighted that the governor’s commitment to transparency and accountability has revolutionized procurement practices, ensuring that state resources are utilized efficiently and effectively. Governor Yusuf’s tenure has also seen the strengthening of project monitoring and evaluation mechanisms. This…
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, has summoned the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, and the Chief Judge of Kano State High Court over conflicting interim injunctions regarding the Kano Emirate, causing uncertainty in the state. The Federal High Court in Kano, presided over by Justice S. A. Amobeda, issued an order for the eviction of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II from the Kofar Kudu Palace, reinforcing the authority of the 15th Fulani Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero. “An order of interim injunction restraining the respondents from inviting, arresting, detaining, threatening, intimidating, harassing the Applicant,…
Umar Idris Shuaibu – Kano The Vice-Chancellor of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH), Wudil, Professor Musa Tukur Yakasai, has congratulated Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on his first anniversary as Governor of Kano State. This was conveyed in a statement signed by the Deputy Registrar Information & Public Relation Unit of the University, Sa’idu Abdullahi Nayaya and made available to Newsmen. According to the statement, Governor Yusuf one year in office greatly impacted on the people and overall development of the state. Further the statement highlighted many achievements recorded as the University Vice Chancellor Professor Musa Tukur Yakasai…