Twelve Years Ago, a New Era Began: The Historic Ascension of Muhammadu Sanusi II to the Kano Throne
KANO, Nigeria — June 8, 2014, remains one of the most consequential dates in the modern history of the Kano Emirate. It was on that day that Muhammadu Sanusi II was announced as the 57th Emir of Kano and the 14th Fulani ruler to ascend one of Africa’s most revered traditional thrones, ushering in a…
Kano Hisbah Begins Medical Screening for 3,000 Couples Ahead of Mass Wedding
The Kano State Hisbah Board has commenced medical screening for 3,000 prospective couples as part of preparations for an upcoming government-sponsored mass wedding programme in the state. The exercise, which covers 1,500 men and 1,500 women selected for the initiative, is aimed at assessing the health status of participants before their marriages are formally conducted….
Renowned Kano Oil Marketer Audu Manager Laid to Rest
The remains of renowned Kano businessman and oil marketer, Alhaji Audu Manaja, were laid to rest on Sunday following funeral prayers held at the Jami’ur Rahma Friday Mosque in Kundila, Kano. His burial followed the arrival of his remains from Egypt, where he passed away on June 3 at a hospital after a prolonged illness….
Kano Government Halts Tree Felling at State Television Premises
The Kano State Government has ordered the immediate suspension of tree felling activities at the premises of the state-owned television station pending further review. The Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim, announced the decision following concerns raised over the ongoing removal of trees within the facility. According to the commissioner, the…
Kano Installs 12,050 Solar Streetlights to Boost Security and Infrastructure Development
The Kano State Government says it has installed 12,050 solar-powered streetlights across different parts of Kano metropolis over the past three years as part of efforts to improve infrastructure, strengthen security, and boost economic activities in the state. The Commissioner for Works, Engineer Marwan Ahmad, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the achievements of the…
Ado Bayero: Legacy, Leadership, and the Transformation of the Kano Emirate
The story of Sarkin Kano Ado Bayero is indeed the story of the transformation of the Emirate from an authority that once exercised direct control over society to an institution of community leadership. Over time, it earned its Islamic legitimacy through service to the people and commitment to the ideals of the Islamic faith. He…
NNPC Foundation Donates MRI Machine to National Orthopaedic Hospital, Kano
The NNPC Foundation has donated a state-of-the-art 1.5 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) system to the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Dala, Kano, in a move aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery and improving access to advanced diagnostic services in Northern Nigeria. The medical equipment was officially inaugurated and handed over to the management of the hospital during…
Kano Police Warn Against Roller Skating on Highways
The Kano State Police Command has warned residents, particularly young people, against roller skating on highways and major roads, citing growing safety concerns and the risk of road accidents. The command said the practice poses serious dangers not only to skaters but also to motorists and other road users, stressing that highways are not designed…
NSCDC Foils Kidnap Attempt, Cattle Rustling Operation in Kano
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, have foiled an attempted kidnapping and cattle rustling operation in Kiru Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred at Bakin Komau in the Dangora area, where armed assailants reportedly attacked a shepherd, inflicted injuries on him, and abducted two of…
Kano Fire Service Saves 34 Lives, Protects Property Worth ₦437m in May
The Kano State Fire Service says it rescued 34 persons and saved property valued at approximately ₦437 million from various fire and emergency incidents recorded across the state in May 2026. The service disclosed this in its monthly operational report, highlighting its continued efforts to protect lives and property through prompt emergency response and rescue…
