A land dispute in Kano State has taken a dramatic turn as Garba Kwankwaso, younger brother of former Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, has dragged incumbent Governor Abba Yusuf to court.According to court documents, other respondents include the state commissioner for Land and Physical Planning as 2nd defendant; Kano State Urban Planning and Development Authority, KNUPDA as 3rd defendant; the Attorney General of Kano State as 4th defendants and Unknown Persons as 5th defendants.The lawsuit seeks an interlocutory injunction to prevent the governor and other defendants from taking any action that could harm their interests in the disputed land.The land in question,…
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NDLEA Kano command Visits Al-Istiqama University: Receives 2 Motorcycles Donation to Strengthen Collaboration Against Drug Abuse On November 21, 2024, ACN Sadiya Ahmad Dogara, the NDLEA Wudil Area Commander of Kano State Command, made a significant courtesy call at Al-Istiqama University Sumaila. The visit was part of the Command’s continued efforts to sensitize university students and the surrounding community on the dangers of illicit substances, with the goal of preventing their use. Making this known by Sadiq Muhammad MaigatariAssistant Superintendent of NarcoticsPublic Relations OfficerNDLEA, Kano State Command ,on Saturday. During the meeting, Professor Sheikh Salisu Shehu, the Vice Chancellor of…
Pathfinder organizes Training for Ward Development Committees to Enhance Women’s Health Advocacy in the state.As part of the “Strengthening Multi-level Partnerships for Advancing Women’s Health” project, Pathfinder has conducted a training program for Ward Development Committees (WDCs) to bridge the gap in communication and advocacy skills. The training aims to support advocacy efforts at the sub-national level, prioritizing women’s health to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality.The 4-Day training focused on building skills of WDCs on communication and advocacy, to enable them engage local leaders on women’s health issues and drive positive health outcomes in their communities.with the first 50 Participants…
Ayeeshat J Ahmad Pathfinder organizes Training for Ward Development Committees to Enhance Women’s Health Advocacy in the state. As part of the “Strengthening Multi-level Partnerships for Advancing Women’s Health” project, Pathfinder has conducted a training program for Ward Development Committees (WDCs) to bridge the gap in communication and advocacy skills. The training aims to support advocacy efforts at the sub-national level, prioritizing women’s health to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality. The 4-Day training focused on building skills of WDCs on communication and advocacy, to enable them engage local leaders on women’s health issues and drive positive health outcomes in their…
Ayeeshat J Ahmad Honorable Adamu Aliyu Kibiya Kano state commissioner of commerce investment and Industry said Kano state government under the leadership of Engr Abba Kabir Yusif will soon announced a groundbreaking initiative of financial loan of up to N25 billion to eligible entrepreneurs.The commissioner made the remarks in an interview with Aminci Radio, in the program tittle Ilimi Hasken Rayuwa,said about 70% of the funds will go directly to small business enterprises . aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and job creation.Kibiya also urged the business owners to hurry up and register with the Ministry of Commerce to be able to…
The attention of the Executive Director, Citizens for Development and Education (CDE) ambassador Ibrahim waiya, has been drawn to a widely media report, especially on social media platforms, that the BOT under the leadership of Prof. Mohammad Tabiu, has suspended Amb. Ibrahim Waiya, from the membership of Kano Civil Society Forum. This was contain in a statement issued and Signed by Bashir A Bashir a Media Aid to Amb. Ibrahim Waiya to The TIMES HAUSA. Bashir said The misguided information in the press release, published on some media platforms, said to have been signed by Alhaji Hamisu Isa Sherifai, who…
As part of preparation for this year’s upcoming World Toilet Day, Kano State has attained the status of Open Defecation-Free (ODF) in 26 local government areas.This was disclosed by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) specialist, Malam Uba Lawal.The World Toilet Day is an annual United Nations Observance Day promoted through a worldwide public campaign that encourages action to tackle the global sanitation crisis.Lawal said ‘Safe toilets for all by 2030’ is one of the targets of Sustainable Development Goal 6.He explained that out of the 44 local governments in Kano State, 26 have fulfilled…
The Kano Network for Orphans and Human Development has successfully trained 200 orphans in Rano Local Government on a variety of vocational skills. These include shoe and bag making, cosmetics, and fashion design, aimed at equipping the orphans with marketable skills for a brighter future.This announcement was made by the Chairman of the organization, Comrade Adam Umar, during a courtesy visit to the Emir of Rano, Ambassador Dr. Muhammad Isa Umaru, at his palace. Comrade Umar highlighted the importance of skill acquisition as a means to empower orphans and help them become self-reliant.Comrade Umar also called on affluent individuals and…
Ayeeshat J Ahmad The Kano State Government says an online media report linking the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf with a foreign debt accumulation of N177 billion from a French lender was false and untrue..Director General of the state public Debts Management office Dr. Hamisu Sadi Ali, at a press briefing on Tuesday stated that no new loans have been taken since the Governor assumed office in May 2023.“The debt office has no record of any fresh loans. The current debt we are managing is entirely inherited from the previous administration,” he said.The DG, explained that the debt in…
In a landmark decision to strengthen Kano State’s humanitarian and poverty alleviation efforts, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has named Dr. Aminu Magashi Garba as the Technical Adviser for the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.The appointment, effective September 28, 2024, was announced by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Tuesday.Governor Yusuf emphasized Dr. Magashi’s impressive credentials, highlighting his decades-long dedication to public service and his commitment to improving the lives of Kano’s underserved communities.The governor’s choice reflects his deep trust in Dr. Magashi’s extensive experience and proven leadership, recognizing him as a pivotal figure in achieving the…