By: Adamu S. Ladan, FCAI In an era where public office often builds invisible barriers between leaders and the people, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa stands out as a refreshing example of humility in high office. Even at the peak of his ministerial responsibilities, he maintained a quiet simplicity that reflected both character and conviction. A consummate professional, Arc. Dangiwa’s career reflects a seamless blend of experience across both the private and public sectors. While his technical competence is widely acknowledged, it is his personal disposition that leaves a deeper and more lasting impression. He chose a path defined not by…
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From Salisu Baso The Kano State House of Assembly has constituted a 12-member committee to screen Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo as the nominated Deputy Governor of the state. The committee, chaired by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Muhammad Bello Butu Butu, is expected to submit its report on Monday. The development follows the transmission of Garo’s name to the Assembly by the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for screening and confirmation. It will be recalled that the former Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo, resigned from office, creating a vacancy. The position became vacant following his voluntary resignation…
By Shafi’u Yahaya A House of Representatives aspirant for Mallam Madori/Kaugama Federal Constituency of Jigawa State, Hon. Umar Saidu Jambola Yanleman, has commended the administration of Governor Umar Namadi Danmodi for what he described as remarkable achievements across the state. Jambola, a close associate of the governor, stated that within three years, the Danmodi-led administration has recorded significant progress in key sectors, particularly education, infrastructure, and healthcare. According to him, the education sector has witnessed notable improvements, including the establishment of about three federal government higher institutions in the state, which he described as clear dividends of the present administration.…
By Usman Usman Garba In a renewed effort to reposition and sustain its operations, the management of The Triumph Publishing Company Limited, Kano, has paid a courtesy visit to the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Umar Faruk Ibrahim, seeking continued support to strengthen the organization’s independence and efficiency. The delegation was led by the Acting Managing Director of the company, Malam Muhammad Hamisu Abdullahi, who said the visit was part of ongoing initiatives to ensure that the newspaper remains vibrant and continues to serve its wide readership across the country. Addressing the SSG, Malam Abdullahi expressed appreciation for…
By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has transmitted the name of Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo to the State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as Deputy Governor. This was contained in a statement signed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. The nomination is in line with Section 191(3) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which empowers the governor to nominate a deputy governor where a vacancy exists. The position became vacant following the voluntary resignation of the former Deputy Governor, Comrade Abdussalam Gwarzo, on March 27, 2026. Following wide consultations with key…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Special Adviser to the Kano State Governor on Youth and Sports Development Hon.Sani Musa Danja, has said that the ongoing reforms of the Abba Kabir Yusuf-led administration are steadily restoring public trust and repositioning Kano State for accelerated development. Speaking with journalists, Hon. Danja described the present administration as reform-driven and people-focused, noting that its policies are beginning to yield visible results across key sectors of the state economy and social life. He said Governor Yusuf government has demonstrated clear commitment to governance through targeted interventions in education, healthcare, infrastructure, pension management and youth empowerment. According…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has confirmed a fresh case of COVID-19, raising serious concerns over the virus after nearly three years without a recorded infection. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Ayuk, disclosed the development on Tuesday during a press briefing in Calabar, the state capital. Ayuk revealed that the index case involves a Chinese national working with Lafarge, who arrived in Nigeria on March 17 and later developed symptoms weeks after entry into the country. According to the commissioner, the patient’s condition worsened at a state medical facility, necessitating an emergency transfer…
By Shafi’u Yahaya The Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Kano State, Abdulkarim Kabiru Maude, SAN, has extended his warmest congratulations to Hussein Hassan Suleiman on his confirmation as registrar of the Kano State High Court. The Attorney General described the confirmation as a proud moment for the Ministry of Justice, noting that Suleiman’s emergence reflects the quality, dedication, and professionalism nurtured within the Ministry. In a statement issued by the public relations officer of the ministry, Najib Lawan Danbazau, the commissioner expressed strong confidence in Suleiman’s capacity to excel in his new role, emphasizing that his background and…
By Rabiu Sanusi The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yobe State, Barrister Kashim Musa Tumsah, has pledged not to betray the trust of the people if elected as governor of the state. Tumsah made the assurance while expressing appreciation to the people of Yobe State following what he described as a massive and overwhelming reception during his nearly three-day working visit across parts of the state. He said the warm turnout and show of solidarity demonstrated by supporters, community leaders, and residents have further strengthened his determination to serve with dedication and accountability. “Mai taken bazan…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Thousands of hoteliers, adherents of the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS), and invited guests thronged the city for the weeklong silver jubilee coronation of Olumba Olumba Obu as the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. The event, held from April 13 to 19, 2026, featured humanitarian and educational programmes and peaked with a grand finale at the U.J. Esuene Stadium, Calabar. It drew massive local and international participation, according to the international organising committee headed by a gas and oil mogul, Bassey Imowo. The committee said over one million faithful were recorded…