Author: Umar Idris Shuaibu

Kano State Government has said preparation to digitalise activities of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) is at an advanced stage.  It also disclosed moves to establish a data centre that will facilitate Internet penetration across major settlements in the state. The Commissioner for Science, Technology and Innovation, Mohammed Othman, disclosed this at the opening of the 11th National Council on Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (NCCIDE) meeting in Kano. Othman hinted of plans to fully adopt e-governance and e-economy to maximise digital development in Kano, adding that his ministry was committed to collaborating with development partners to achieve the objective. According to…

The Kano State Commissioner for Special Duties, Hajiya Amina Abdulllahi Sani (Amina HoD), has stated that the present Kano state administration prioritizes the education of its populace.  According to her, the state government will continue to partner with the National Association of Nigeria’s Students (NANS), Kano State Chapter and national leadership on issues of education of all children. Read Also: KSP Collaborate with YUMSUK in Staff and Students Development  This hint was dropped when she received the delegation of the leadership of NANS, National chapter, Hajiya Amina added that the sponsorship of 1001 indigenous students abroad for post-graduate studies is…

By Suleiman A Suleiman A journalist based in Abuja. suleimanasuleiman476@gmail.com The persistent issue of kidnapping and other insecurity challenges in Nigeria has raised significant concerns, especially in the prevention of investment in the country. This has been further exacerbated by the targeting of high-value individuals, and strategic locations in the capital city, a sit of the President, which now has contributed to a fear of insecurity at Abuja and it’s environs. Recent incidents, such as the abduction of five sisters near Abuja, have sparked a national outcry and highlighted the growing insecurity in the country’s capital. The sisters were seized…

The newly sworn-in leadership of Kano Science Schools Old Students Association (KASSOSA), has yesterday, the 21st January 2024 convened its inaugural meeting. The President of the association, Alh. Balarabe Nuhu Jalla, in his opening remarks, tasked all members of the exco to conflate with each other in moving the association forward.  He added that he won’t leave no stone unturned in giving his input toward shaping things for the better. He opined that all officers should work assiduously and following international best practices to do what is necessary in discharging their statutory duties. Read Also: Reviving The Lost Glory Of…

The Rizik Foundation of Saudi Arabia entered into a partnership with Halal Eco Company Limited as part of their efforts to propel the socio-economic growth and development of Kano state. The representative of the Company, Malam Umar Nuhu Wali stated this after signing the partnership agreement with the officials of Rizik Foundation for the establishment of a female medical university and affordable housing units in Kano. Umar Nuhu Wali said this is part of the effort of Halal Eco Company to ensure that Kano state has all the features of a modern smart city while stimulating the economy. “As you…

The Rector of Kano State Polytechnic, Dr. Abubakar Umar Farouk, revealed his plan to collaborate with some universities in areas of staff and student development. He made this known when he received the Vice Chancellor, Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano (YUMSUK), and former Kano State Polytechnic Rector, Professor Mukhtar Atiku Kurawa who paid him a courtesy visit. Speaking at the Rector’s office, Professor Kurawa, congratulated the Rector on his well-deserved appointment being the first alumnus to emerge as the Institution’s Rector. Read Also: Kano: Ministry of Justice Hosts In-House Workshop on Criminal Prosecution under ACJL 2019 However, He acknowledged the…

Again, suspected gangs of Bandits have killed a school principal, one Mal. Idris Abu Sufyan, and kidnapped his wife and child in Kuriga community along the Kaduna-Birnin Gwari highway. A reliable source in the community that the bandits invaded Sufyan’s house on Thursday night, shot him dead and whisked away his wife and son. A friend of the victim, Sabiu Goyam, who confirmed the incident, shared pictures of the victims on his Facebook page on Friday. Read Also: Bandits Ambush Travellers, Kill Father, Kidnap 13 Children The post reads, “Innalillahi wa Inna ilaihi raji’un. I feel sad to inform you…

Kano State Ministry of Justice has organised an In-House Workshop for State Counsels focused on Criminal Prosecution under the Administration of Criminal Justice Law (ACJL 2019). Kano State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi said the workshop, tailored for Law Officers, aimed to enhance their expertise in navigating the intricacies of criminal prosecution within the framework of the ACJL 2019. Haruna Isa Dederi represented by the Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary of the ministry Mustapha Nuraddeen Muhammad also said the workshop, held on Thursday at the ministry’s conference hall, brought together a diverse group of legal…

The Rector Kano State Polytechnic, Dr. Abubakar Umar Faruk reiterated the institution commitment to the fight against drug abuse among youths in the state. Dr. Abubakar Umar Faruk, FCA gave this information yesterday during and interactive session with newsmen in his office. He said that Kano Polytechnic is committed to teaching young men and women skills that ensure self-reliance by awarding National Diploma (ND), Advanced Diploma and Higher National Diploma (HND). Read Also: KSP Principal  Officers Visit NBTE, Meant to Strengthen Ties This, he said, makes the youth engaged with, committed to a positive course and productive as against the…

In his giant stride to create a synergy between Kano State Polytechnic and all stakeholders towards the transformation of the institution, the Rector, Dr. Abubakar Umar Farouk, together with the Principal Officers paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Secretary National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Professor Muhammad Idris Bugaje at the Board headquarters in Kaduna. The visit, which took place on Thursday 16th Januay, 2024, as part of the management’s familiarisation outreach which aims at strengthening the existing relationship between the new principal officers in KSP and the regulatory Board. In his speech, the Rector Dr. Abubakar Faruk, applauded…

The Arewa Youth Assembly, a coalition of northern youths and organizations, has demanded that the Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, reinstate his former Special Adviser on Youth and Sports, Amb. Yusuf Imam, also known as “Ogan Boye”, or give him another position in his government. The group’s Speaker, Abdul Danbature, made the demand in a statement released in Abuja on Saturday. He said Ogan Boye was sacked unjustly for expressing his loyalty to the governor and the Kwankwasiyya movement, a political group led by former Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso. He urged the governor to review his decision and restore Ogan Boye’s…

A case of alleged arson against Lebanese National, Mr Maged Ali, currently ongoing in the Federal High Court Kano, has taken another dimension as the Police Prosecutor filed an application seeking to terminate the charges against the defendants. Justice Watch News, recalls that on December 6, 2023, the presiding judge, Justice Nasir Muhammad Yunus, ordered the arrest of Mr. Maged Ali for his failure, along with his co-accomplice, Mustapha Tiamiyu, to attend court and hear the arson allegations against them. Justice Watch News, also gathered that on 22nd November, 2023 during the court session, the defense counsel, Barrister Yahaya Isa…

Former Governor of Kano State and the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has said that the issue of Kano emirates will definitely be revisited. Former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje had split the Kano emirate into five and dethroned the then Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi. Following the victory of the New Nigerian Peoples Party in last year’s election, Kwankwaso had said the government of Engr Abba Kabir Yusuf would review the dethronement and balkanisation of the emirate. Read Also: Nassarawa Local Government Chairman Congratulates Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Landmark Supreme Court Judgement Speaking in an interview…

Zainab Olufunmi – Kano Bayero University Kano (BUK), has admitted about 200 medical students on transfer from Sudan, following the ongoing war in the country. This was made known by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, on Thursday in Kano during the occasion of the 4th edition of College of Health Sciences Foundation Day. Abbas said that the university has established a new research center focusing on Advanced Occupational Health research and training. He said the center will be a beacon of innovation, contributing to advancements in healthcare knowledge. Read Also: Gunmen Kidnap Students of Al-Qalam University  “As we gather…

In a show of camaraderie and solidarity, Special Adviser to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on cooperatives, Jamilu Abbas, conveyed warm congratulations to the Governor following the triumph at the Supreme Court. The heartfelt message was delivered during a press briefing, where Abbas took the opportunity to reaffirm his steadfast commitment to supporting the Governor in realizing the pledges made during the election campaign. The press briefing served as a platform for Abbas to extend his felicitations on the legal victory, emphasizing the significance of the triumph at the highest court in the land. Governor Yusuf’s successful legal battle was a…

The Osun state governor, Ademola Adeleke on Thursday, January 18, sacked three monarchs. The Nation recalled that Adeleke during his swearing-in on November 28th 2022 issued Executive orders suspending about 30 monarchs, stating that their appointments were made wrongfully at the twilight of the administration of his predecessor, Adegboyega Oyetola. Adeleke set up a committee chaired by Bunmi Jenyo to investigate the issues surrounding the appointment made by Oyetola, especially on the appointment of Owa of Igbajo, Are of Iree and Akirun of Ikirun. Read Also: Bandits Ambush Travellers, Kill Father, Kidnap 13 Children Fourteen months later, Adeleke released White…

The Executive Secretary, Kano State Science and Technical Schools Board, Dr. Dahiru Muhammad Saleh, has congratulated Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, over his landmark victory at the Supreme Court. In a statement obtained by ‘Good Evening Nigeria’, Dr. Dahiru Muhammad Saleh congratulated the Governor on behalf of himself, the entire staff of the Science and Technical Schools Board. He further expressed confidence that the Governor will deliver the best to the people of the state and to Nigeria at large judging by his commitment, experience and leadership qualities. Read Also: Supreme Court : ‘It’s Too late to accept Allah’s…

Suspected bandits killed a 53-year-old banker, Tijjani Ahmadu, and kidnapped 13 of his relatives, mostly children, who were traveling with him in Katari, Kaduna State. In a telephone contact with our correspondent on Wednesday, the Edo State-born businessman’s brother, AbdurRasaq, stated that the incident occurred on January 6, 2024, while the victims were returning to Kaduna from Warri, Delta State. Read Also: Gunmen Kidnap Students of Al-Qalam University  AbdurRasaq said, “They came to visit for the Christmas and New Year holidays. My siblings and their families came to visit. But they got attacked by bandits when they were going back…

Umar Idris Shuaibu – Kano President Bola Tinubu on Thursday held closed-door talks with a delegation comprising the leadership of the Kano State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. Leading the delegation was the APC Chairman and former Kano State Governor, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, who arrived at the Villa in the company of his one-time deputy and the party’s candidate in the March 18 governorship election, Nasir Gawuna. Thursday’s meeting came barely a week after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Gawuna’s main opponent, Abba Yusuf of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, as…

The federal government, on Wednesday, January 17, reaffirmed that the January target for the take off of the Students Loan Scheme is still very much intact. Minister of State for Education, Yusuf Sununu, gave the affirmation while addressing journalists after the Federal Executive Council (FEC), presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the State House, Abuja. According to the Minister, that all is now set for the scheme to begin with the completion of the Student Loan Scheme’s website and conclusion on technical plans that would facilitate the kick off of the scheme. He also stated that funds have been…