Kano Govt Scraps Higher Education Ministry, Merges It With Education Ministry
The Kano State Government has approved the merger of the Ministry of Higher Education with the Ministry of Education as part of a restructuring aimed at improving coordination in the state’s education sector. The decision was approved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, according to a statement issued on Sunday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature…
Tiga Hydropower Plant Restored to Full 10MW Capacity After Maintenance Works
The Tiga Hydropower Plant in Kano State has returned to full operational capacity of 10 megawatts (MW) following the completion of maintenance works and corrections to previously identified design defects. The development was announced by the management of Kano Hydro and Energy Development Company, which said the restoration followed extensive technical overhauls carried out on…
NDLEA Seizes 1,499 Bottles of Codeine Syrup in Kano, Arrests Suspect
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a suspect and seized 1,499 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup during an intelligence-led operation in Kano State. The NDLEA confirmed that the suspect, 45-year-old Ashiru Bala, was apprehended in Lambu community in Tofa Local Government Area. According to the agency, the arrest followed an…
Kano Assembly Moves to Impeach Deputy Governor Gwarzo Over Alleged Misconduct
The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, over allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office. The impeachment move was presented during plenary at the Assembly in accordance with Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as…
FEC Approves ₦334bn Kano–Kongolom Road, Gov. Yusuf Commends Tinubu
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following the approval of the review and upgrade of the Kano–Kongolom Road project valued at ₦334 billion. The governor described the decision by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) as a major step toward strengthening road infrastructure and boosting economic activities across the…
Kano Delegation Arrives in Lisbon for Study Tour Ahead of ₦1 Trillion Light Rail Project
A high-powered delegation from the Kano State Government has arrived in Lisbon, Portugal, for a technical study tour as part of preparations for the proposed Kano Light Rail Project. The delegation, led by the Commissioner for Transportation, Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi, and the Chairman of the Kano Line Resuscitation Committee, Alhaji Saidu Abdullahi Shuaibu, is…
Governor Yusuf Expresses Optimism Over Unity in Kano, Seeks Amicable Resolution of Emirate Dispute
Kano, Feb. 14, 2025 — Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has expressed optimism that growing unity and collective devotion in Kano State are yielding positive results, pledging efforts toward an amicable resolution of the ongoing Emirate tussle. The governor spoke during the second special prayer session and Qur’anic recitation held at the Government House in Kano,…
Governor Yusuf Removes Buba Galadima as Kano Poly Governing Council Chair, Appoints Emir of Gaya
Kano, Feb. 14, 2026 — Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has relieved Engr. Buba Galadima of his position as Chairman of the Governing Council of Kano State Polytechnic. The governor has approved the appointment of the Emir of Gaya, Alhaji Dr. Aliyu Ibrahim Abdulkadir, as the new Chairman of the institution’s Governing Council. The decision followed…
Governor Yusuf Visits Singer Market as Second Fire Outbreak Rages, Seeks Federal Support
Kano, Feb. 14, 2026 — Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Saturday visited Singer Market in Kano metropolis following a second fire outbreak at the Gidan Gilas section of the market. The governor arrived at the scene while the fire was still burning and causing damage to shops and property. During the visit, Governor Yusuf called…
Governor Yusuf Flags Off Distribution of 54,600 Bags of Rice Across Kano for Ramadan
Kano, Feb. 14, 2025 — Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has flagged off the distribution of 54,600 bags of rice to residents across Kano State as part of efforts to cushion hardship during the Ramadan period. The flag-off ceremony took place at Maganda Road in Kano. Speaking at the event, the governor described the exercise as…
