By Musa Tanko Muhammad, As Kano State awaits the outcome of the screening of Alhaji Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, nominated by His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, for appointment as Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, there is growing optimism that his anticipated emergence could herald a defining moment in the state’s information management and public communication landscape. In the evolving world of governance, where information management, strategic communication, public perception and institutional credibility have become indispensable instruments of effective administration, the choice of individuals entrusted with such responsibilities deserves careful consideration. It is against this background that the nomination…
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By Hon. Garba Yusuf Abubakar The structure established by His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, as Chairman of the Kano State APC Campaign Advisory Council, a significant step in preparing the party for the 2027 general elections. What particularly stands out for me is the calibre of individuals the Governor has brought together, including experienced politicians, former public office holders, elected representatives and grassroots political leaders. This reflects an approach that recognises the importance of experience, political influence and effective organisation in building a campaign structure capable of mobilising support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and…
The Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Kano State Chapter congratulated he Director-General, Media and Publicity Directorate, Government House, Kano, Alhaji Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on his successful screening by the Kano State House of Assembly following his nomination by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for appointment as Commissioner. A statement issued by the chapter’s Chairman Aliyu Yusuf on Tuesday described this development as demonstration of considerable commitment to the ideals and professional standards of public relations, contributing to the development of government communication and the advancement of the profession. The Chapter also commended the State lawmakers for the quick legislation,…
The Kano State House of Assembly on Tuesday screened the Director-General of Media and Publicity, Government House, Kano, Alhaji Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, following his nomination as a member of the State Executive Council. The screening followed a formal executive communication transmitted to the House on Monday by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, submitting the names of Alhaji Dawakin Tofa and Hon. Balarabe Sa’idu Gani for screening and confirmation. This was contained in a statement issued by Usman Gwadabe, Director of Public Enlightenment, Government House, Kano, on Tuesday. Presiding over the plenary, the Speaker of the House, Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore,…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has congratulated the former Director-General of Media and Publicity, Government House, Kano, Alhaji Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, and Hon Balarabe Saidu Gani, following their successful screening by the State House of Assembly as Commissioners. Former Speaker Kano State House of Assembly Balarabe Saidu Gani, who was asked to take a bow and leave was screened alongside the Former Director General of the Media and Publicity, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, who effectively answered all the questions at the screening session. The Governor described the screening as an important milestone and a recognition of Bature’s…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Hajia Mairo Halliru, a Director at the Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, who passed away on Tuesday. The Governor described her death as a painful loss to the state civil service, particularly the Ministry of Women Affairs, where she served with dedication and commitment. Governor Yusuf acknowledged the late Hajia Mairo Halliru’s contributions to public service and her role in advancing the responsibilities of the ministry. He extended his heartfelt condolences to her family, colleagues, friends and associates, praying that Almighty Allah grants them…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Zainab Rabi’u Salisu, a staff member of Express Radio, describing her demise as a painful loss to her family, colleagues and the media community. The Governor extended his heartfelt condolences to the management and entire staff of Express Radio, the deceased’s family, friends and associates, urging them to take solace in the will of Almighty Allah at this difficult moment. Governor Yusuf, acknowledged the pain associated with losing a loved one and prayed that Almighty Allah grants the family the strength, patience and fortitude to…
By Rabiu Sanusi The newly appointed Kano State Commissioner for Investment, Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives, Hon. Ibrahim Namadi Dala, has unveiled an ambitious 30-day action plan aimed at repositioning the state’s commercial and industrial sectors, attracting investment and creating sustainable employment opportunities. Namadi disclosed this while formally assuming office, expressing gratitude to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for the confidence reposed in him and pledging to bring his local and international business experience to bear on the state’s economic development. He described Kano as a major commercial centre with enormous economic potential, which requires strategic policies and effective institutions to achieve…
By Rabi’u Sunusi The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed allegations by Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso linking the party and its governorship candidate, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, to moves to disqualify the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship candidate, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The party described the allegation as false, baseless and an attempt by Kwankwaso to blackmail the APC and its governorship candidate, insisting that neither the party nor Governor Yusuf has any involvement whatsoever in the legal proceedings surrounding the NDC candidate. The APC maintained that the case originated…
By Shafi’u Yahaya The Director of KSSSMB Gidan Malamai, Mallam Sani Haladu, has commended the Kano State Government, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and the Commissioner for Education, Gwani Ali Haruna Makoda, for recognising and rewarding 105 classroom teachers for their punctuality. Haladu made the commendation during a ceremony attended by the commissioner, who presented gifts to the deserving teachers in recognition of their commitment and punctuality. The director expressed appreciation to Makoda for his tireless support for the education sector and for ensuring that teachers under his ministry received the necessary attention and encouragement. He also commended the Executive Secretary…