By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has indicated willingness to sign the death sentence of the suspect that allegedly burnt 23 people down in a mosque at Larabar Abasawa of Gezawa Local Government Area if found guilty of the offence. Governor Yusuf who condemned the inhuman act, during a visit to the victims at the Murtala Mohammad Hospital yesterday, advised the police to prosecute the suspect for the heinous crime in a sharia court. “Whatever the court decides, we will ensure that the victims of the Larabar Abasawa arson gets justice and it condemns him to…
Author: Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman
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In my 2023 feature article titled “Security Architecture of Kano Pilgrim: A Systemic Approach by the Administration of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf (Abba Gida-Gida), I emphasized the level of preparedness of the Kano State Pilgrims Board pertaining to the general security of the intending pilgrim before, during and after the Hajj. This is barely less than a month after the inauguration of new administration in the State. Now another season of Hajj Operation is around the corner and the Government under the able Leadership of the enviable Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is standing tall and ready to do everything possible…
By Salisu Na’inna Dambatta The ongoing CBN-inspired recapitalisation for banks has serious implications for the banking sector, the equity capital market, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation of Nigeria (NDIC) and Northerners. The recapitaliaation will make the banking sector stronger and enhance its ability to finance productive economic activities which can grow the economy; the capital market may be overwhelmed by equity stocks as Initial Public Offer (IPO) and Right Issues from banks flood the market. The banks must complete the process of bolstering their minimum capital by 31st March, 2016. The banks may go for Mergers and Acquisitions or the…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi has paid a courtesy visit to the office of the Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan Enoh, on Wednesday, May 14, 2024. Accompanied by his manager, Yahaya Atom, and Mr. Yemi Idowu, Ndidi engaged in discussions with the minister on various matters pertaining to the nation’s football. During the visit, according to sources that hinted our correspondent, it said Sen. Enoh extended his congratulations to Ndidi on Leicester City’s promotion to the English Premier League, acknowledging the midfielder’s contributions to the team’s success. He also took the opportunity to…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The new Executive Chairman of the Kano Internal Revenue Service (KIRS), Dr. Zaid Abubakar, has pledged to surpass Kano’s revenue generation to achieve an impressive percentage to the desirous of the state governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. Dr. Abubakar disclosed this while addressing the staff and management team of the agency when the latter assumed office recently. Assuming office on Monday, Dr Abubakar said: “We must be vigilant in identifying and addressing revenue leakages within our tax system. This requires strengthening our enforcement mechanisms, enhancing internal controls, and collaborating with relevant stakeholders to plug loopholes and…
By Usman Gwadabe Director General, Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Alhaji Lamin Rabi’u Danbappa, has inaugurated a Security Committee to coordinate security agencies for the protection of the lives and properties of intending pilgrims. Alhaji Rabi’u added that the board is ready to provide all necessary equipment for the protection of the pilgrims. He extended his wishes for God’s protection and success in the discharge of their duties. On his part, the leader of the Security Committee, ASP Bara’u Garba, promised to do everything possible to assist the Board beyond security measures. ASP Garba added that the committee includes representatives…
By Rabiu Sanusi A staunch supporter of Kwankwasiyya movement, Alhaji Babangida Gandu has appealed to politicians to unite behind the vision of humanity of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State. He made the plea in an exclusive interview with journalists where he called upon all political appointees in the to work hand in hand with Governor Yusuf in his commitment to serving the people of the state. As Kano gears up to mark the one-year anniversary of Governor Yusuf’s administration, Gandu expressed optimism about the future, promising that the citizens can expect greater dividends of democracy in the days…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Urban Beautification and Landscaping Agency has conducted an official tour to oversee the activities of garden park operators across the state. The operation, which was led by the Director General of the agency, Arch. Danjuma Yusuf Zarewa, said the purpose of the tour was to ensure that the operators of garden parks and recreational centers adhere to national standards. Arc. Zarewa emphasized the importance of maintaining safety and security measures within the garden parks for the benefit of the people of the state, urging the operators to collaborate with the government in enhancing security efforts…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Kano State History and Culture Bureau has once again brought honor to the region by clinching the esteemed merit award for the ‘Most Neatest/Cleanest’ category in the weaving competition at the African Weaving Festival (AWeF). AWeF, a celebration of craftsmanship and cultural heritage, provides a platform for talented artisans from across the continent to showcase their skills and traditions. This year’s event, held at Exhibition Pavilion Abuja, saw participation from numerous weaving enthusiasts, making the competition fierce and the victory all the more significant. The recognition bestowed upon Kano State History and Culture Bureau reaffirms the…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar An All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, in Cross River State, Dr. Peter Inyali, has said that President Bola Tinubu-led administration’s actions and decisions against Cross River State have further marginalized and divided state. Dr. Inyali has said in a chart with our reporter in Calabar that only six indigenes of the state were among 555 Nigerians appointed as governing council chairmen and members of federal tertiary institutions. He added that the said neglect was disheartening even though the state was an APC controlled one and had massively voted for Tinubu during the last year’s presidential…