Kano, Feb. 7, 2026 — The Kano State Housing Corporation (KSHC) has warned members of the public against engaging in any land transactions at Madinawa, Gurjiya area of Dawakin Kudu Local Government, behind Amana City, describing ongoing activities in the area as illegal encroachment on government-owned land. The corporation said some individuals have unlawfully invaded…
The Kano State Government has approved automatic employment for qualified medical doctors of Kano origin currently working in neighbouring states, allowing them to return and serve in the state’s secondary health facilities. The approval was granted by the Executive Governor of Kano State, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery…
Members of the former Kwankwasiyya Twitter Guild (KTG) have announced a change of name to Gida-Gida Twitter Guild (GTG) and declared their alignment with the All Progressives Congress (APC), following Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s recent defection from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). The group made the announcement in a statement, describing the rebranding as…
Kano, Jan. 28, 2026 — The Federal Government has approved the construction of a ₦1 trillion Metropolitan Rail Service for Kano State, a project aimed at transforming urban transportation, boosting economic activities, and easing traffic congestion across the metropolitan area. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf disclosed this while addressing members of the Kano State contingent that participated…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, is set to rejoin the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday, January 26, 2026, following his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) last Friday. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. According to the statement,…
The Kano State Executive Council has approved a total of ₦8,528,203,682.58 for the execution of projects and programmes across key sectors, following its 37th meeting held on January 16, 2026, at Malam Aminu Kano House, the Governor’s Lodge, Asokoro, Abuja. The approvals were reached after extensive deliberations on governance issues affecting various sectors, with the…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commended the Kano State Police Command for the swift arrest of suspects linked to the killing of a housewife and her children in Dorayi Quarters, Kano. The governor described the police response as professional and timely, noting that it demonstrated commitment and courage in the protection of…
The Senior Special Assistants Forum, Kano State, has resolved to align with the growing call by well-meaning stakeholders for unity of purpose among political leaders in Kano State, in the interest of peace, stability, and sustainable development. This resolution followed the Forum’s meeting held on January 1, 2026, where members unanimously agreed that cohesive leadership…
The Kano State Executive Council has approved the Kano State Public–Private Partnership (PPP) Policy and PPP Manual for immediate implementation. The approval was announced following an Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The policy and manual are intended to provide a structured framework for the identification, structuring, procurement, and management of public-private…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has signed into law the ₦1.477 trillion amended 2026 Appropriation Bill, assuring residents that his administration will ensure full implementation of the budget to improve living standards across the state. Speaking shortly after assenting to the bill, Governor Yusuf urged members of his cabinet to intensify their support…
