The Kano State Government has intensified joint security operations across vulnerable communities as part of renewed efforts to combat bandit activities and restore peace across the state. In a statement released on Tuesday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf confirmed that he had met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has visited the family of the late Zahra Allalai, who was killed by bandits during the recent attack on Kamaye Village in Tsanyawa Local Government Area. The violent incident also resulted in several residents being abducted. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the…
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has announced plans to acquire drones and strengthen logistics support for security agencies as part of intensified efforts to curb rising insecurity along the Kano–Katsina border communities. The governor made the disclosure on Tuesday while assessing the preparedness of the Joint Task Force (JTF) at their operational bases…
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring peace as he visited Joint Task Force (JTF) troops operating in communities affected by bandit activities in Shanono and Tsanyawa. Governor Yusuf visited the JTF bases in Yankamaye, Faruruwa, and Tsaure on Tuesday. During the visit, he met with officers and frontline…
The Kano State Government has acknowledged rising concerns from residents over the increasing presence of commercial motorcycle operators (Achaba) across several parts of the state. According to the government, verified intelligence reports have confirmed the spread of Achaba activities in various quarters within Kano metropolis. Similar reports indicate that nearby and border communities have also…
The Kano State Government has responded to rising public concerns over the re-emergence of commercial motorcycle operations (Achaba) across several parts of the state, despite the long-standing ban on the practice. According to credible intelligence reports received by the government, Achaba activities have resurfaced in various communities within Kano metropolis. Some neighbouring and border communities…
Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, has restated his administration’s commitment to justice reforms, infrastructure development, and good governance. He made the remarks during the CREED Annual Dinner and Awards Night held at Tropical Galeria, Kano. The Governor was represented by the Honourable Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General of Kano State, Barr. Abdulkarim Kabiru…
Kano State Government has taken decisive steps to strengthen security across the state, approving multi-billion naira allocations to enhance safety, surveillance, and rapid response capabilities. The approvals came during the 34th meeting of the Kano State Executive Council held at Government House, Kano, on Thursday, 27th November 2025. According to the Council, N2.76 billion has…
The Kano Executive Council Approves N54.7bn as part of a renewed push for infrastructure growth, service delivery, and statewide development. The approval came during the Council’s 34th meeting held at the Government House, Kano, where members endorsed funding for roads, schools, healthcare facilities, water supply, housing projects and security upgrades. A major focus of the…
350 Students to Study Abroad, 240 in Nigerian Universities as Kano Expands Investment in Education KANO, NIGERIA — The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially flagged off the second batch of 590 beneficiaries under the state government’s 1,001 Postgraduate Foreign and Domestic Scholarship Programme — a flagship initiative aimed at empowering…
