By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has expressed his condolences to the families of five police personnel who died in a tragic motor accident in Karfi town along the Kano-Zaria road last Tuesday, as they were returning from Edo State. The Governor accompanied by top government officials, visited the Bichi Area Command of the Nigeria Police Force to commiserate with the families of the deceased and those injured in the incident. He said on behalf of the government and the people of Kano, Governor Abba Kabir prayed for Almighty Allah to grant the departed souls eternal…
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From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu The Governor of Yobe State, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, on Saturday condoled with the former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFC ), Abdulrasheed Bawa, over the loss of his mother, Hajiya Hadiza Bawa. Governor Buni described the death of Hajiya Hadiza as a huge loss to the family and the people of Kebbi state. He prayed for the repose of her soul, and to the family, the fortitude to bear the loss. The family of Bawa expressed deep appreciation for the condolence visit by the governor. The family thanked Buni for the…
By Hussaini Ibrahim Sulaiman The Federal Government has announced that Tuesday, October 1, 2024, will be a public holiday to commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day. The declaration was made in an official statement by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, which was issued on Saturday. In his statement, Tunji-Ojo extended warm greetings to Nigerians both at home and abroad, commending the nation’s hardworking citizens for their unwavering dedication. He emphasized the importance of reflecting on the sacrifices of past heroes and using their legacy as inspiration for a brighter future. The Minister stressed that unity is essential for building the…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, officially launched the 2024 Polio Eradication campaign in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to combating the polio virus and other childhood diseases. The campaign, which aims to vaccinate all eligible children in the state, is part of efforts to strengthen children’s immune systems and curb the spread of the virus, especially as Kano remains one of the 18 high-risk states in Nigeria. This was contained in a statement issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday. In his speech, Governor Yusuf highlighted the state…
By Hussauni Ibrahim Sulaiman The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested former Taraba State Governor Darius Ishaku at his Abuja residence on Friday. The spokesman for the Comission, Dele Oyewale, has confirmed the development, alleging that Ishaku is implicated in a series of financial crimes. According to the EFCC, it has compiled a 15-count charge against the former governor. Among the allegations against him is a N27 billion fraud. The Commission did not provide further details about the specific nature of the alleged fraud. The charge sheet reads in part: “That you, DARIUS DICKSON ISHAKU, while being the Governor…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja Following last week Saturday Edo state governorship election conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and the declaration of the All Progressive Congress (APC) as a party winner with a total of 291,667 votes against the People Democratic Party (PDP) with 247, 274 votes, the Commission on Thursday presented certificate of return to the newly elected governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo and his deputy, Hon. Denise Idahosa. Presenting the certificate of return on behalf of the INEC Chairman, Professor Yakubu Mahmood, the INEC National Commissioner, Professor Rhoda Gumus, who also oversaw the electionn,…
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu It’s a real undeniable fact that sequel to the recent unexpected highly devastating water flood in Maiduguri which unfortunately resulted in many loss of lives, and the destruction of houses, shops, properties worth billions of naira, roads, bridges, and other infrastructural facilities, no one would call the name of Maiduguri without immediately remembering the water flood under reference today. In a press statement by Khalid Muhammad Bello the National president of KACRAN said, “We made the above assertion for the fact that it could be recalled, last two weeks Maiduguri the Capital of Borno State…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto state on Thursday swore in five new Permanent Secretaries into the state civil service They included Barrister Hadiza Sahabi Jaredi, Maryam Ahmad Barade, Muhammad Idris, Abubakar S/Fada Tambuwal, as well as Muhammad Bello Ibrahim. Speaking shortly after administering them with the oath of office, Governor Aliyu charged them to inject fresh ideas that would make the civil service better. He reminded the new appointees that their appointments were based on merit, coupled with their unblemished track records of service and immense wealth of experience. “I expect you to bring all…
From Ahmad Ibrahim, Gusau Police in Zamfara state have apprehended two suspected wives of notorious bandits leader, Fake Doctor and personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) for allegedly supplying arms, ammunition, and hard drugs to bandits in the state. According to the police, the suspects were arrested while on their way to deliver ammunition to the bandits in the Anka and Bukkuyum local government areas of the state. The Commissioner of Police in the State, Muhammad Dalijan, disclosed while parading the suspects, at the Command headquarters in Gusau, the state capital. The CP said the personnel…
By Rabiu Sanusi Kano State Government has restated its commitment to strengthen its symbiotic relationship with India for the socio-economic development of the state. The state Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf made the remark when he received the Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr Shri G. Balasubramanian, who called on him at Government House, Kano. The governor said India and Kano State have a history of relationship of many years in the areas of education, health, agriculture, technology and trade that needs to be strengthened for the mutual benefit of India and Kano State. Governor Yusuf acknowledged with happiness India’s…