By Hussaini Ibrahim The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Murtala Sule Garo, has called for stronger collaboration among government agencies and parastatals to enhance service delivery and improve governance in the state. Garo made the call on Wednesday while receiving representatives of the Forum of Government Agencies and Parastatals during a courtesy visit to his office in Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the Acting Public Relations Officer in the Office of the Deputy Governor, Na’ima Musa Umar. According to the statement, the deputy governor said effective governance requires sustained cooperation and coordination among public institutions. He…
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By Hussaini Ibrahim A development scholar, Abdulrahman A. Terab, has proposed a new continental economic strategy aimed at addressing xenophobia, economic fragmentation and cross-border tensions in Africa through what he described as the African Competitive Synergy Framework. Terab made the proposal in a statement issued on May 10, 2026, where he argued that Africa’s economic and social tensions were largely rooted in colonial structures that encouraged competition among African communities rather than collaboration. According to him, the continent must move away from what he described as a “zero-sum” perception of migration and adopt a “competitive synergy” model that recognises Africa’s…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Murtala Sule Garo, on Tuesday attended the funeral prayer of a former Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress in Kano State, Hajiya Habiba Garba ‘Yandalla, who died after a prolonged illness at the age of 53. The funeral prayer was held at Hotoro Tsamiyar Boka after the Asr prayer, while the deceased was later buried at the Tarauni Cemetery in Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer in the Office of the Deputy Governor, Naima Musa Umar. The statement noted that Garo joined family…
By Hussaini Ibrahim A Senior Special Reporter in the Office of the Kano State Deputy Governor, Mustapha Prince Dambatta, has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for appointing Murtala Sule Garo as the Deputy Governor of the state. This was contained in a statement he personally signed, a copy of which was made available to The Triumph on Tuesday. Dambatta described the appointment as a demonstration of wisdom, foresight, and political maturity on the part of the governor, noting that it reflects a strong commitment to the stability and development of Kano State. “I wish to sincerely appreciate and commend His…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Kano State Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with the United Kingdom in key sectors including governance, healthcare, education and economic development. The state Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, stated this during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the British High Commission to the Government House in Kano. The governor, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, said the visit reflected a shared commitment towards deepening cooperation and strategic dialogue between Kano State and the UK. This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Chief Press Secretary…
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has urged intending pilgrims from the state to conduct themselves responsibly during the 2026 Hajj exercise and project a positive image of Kano and Nigeria in Saudi Arabia. The governor made the appeal during a practical demonstration exercise organised for intending pilgrims at the Hajj Camp in Kano. This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mustapha Muhammad. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, Yusuf said pilgrims should see themselves as ambassadors of the state and Islam during their…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service has handed over several intercepted luxury vehicles traced to Canada as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen international collaboration against transnational vehicle theft and smuggling. This was disclosed in a statement made available to Triumph on Sunday following the official handover ceremony held at the Tin Can Island Port. During the ceremony, the Deputy High Commissioner of Canada to Nigeria, Nasser Salihou, formally received the recovered vehicles from the Customs Area Controller of the Tin Can Island Command, Frank Onyeka. The recovery followed months of intelligence sharing and operational collaboration between the…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola No fewer than 12 former Chibok schoolgirls abducted by Boko Haram in 2014 have graduated from the American University of Nigeria during the institution’s 17th commencement ceremony held in Yola, Adamawa State. The girls were among over 250 graduates celebrated during the 2026 convocation ceremony of the university. The former abductees, whose education was funded by the Federal Government through the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs after their release, were described as symbols of resilience and hope. Speaking at the ceremony, the Minister of Women Affairs, Iman Suleiman-Ibrahim, commended the university for supporting the girls and…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe state Gov. Hon. Mai Mala Buni, said the All Progressives Congress (APC), is open to fair, credible and transparent primary election if there is no general agreement on the consensus mode. In a press statement by Mamman Mohammed The DG press and media affairs to the governor Buni said, Governor Buni said the party has not foreclosed direct election to produce its candidates for the contestable offices for the 2027 general election. “The emergence of Baba Mallam Wali as the preferred candidate of the party, followed the resolutions of the critical stakeholders meeting of …
By Hussaini Ibrahim The Kano State Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, on Friday visited the former Vice Chairman of Rogo Local Government Area, Nasiru Dalha Rogo, who is receiving treatment at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital following a recent motor accident that claimed the life of one of his sons. The Triumph learnt that another son of the former vice chairman sustained injuries, including a fractured arm, while Rogo himself is being treated for a bone dislocation. During the visit, Garo prayed for the repose of the deceased and wished the injured quick recovery. “We pray Almighty Allah to forgive…