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…
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…
The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) says it has reclaimed 371 grazing reserves and cattle routes allegedly encroached upon across different parts of the state as part of efforts to restore designated lands for livestock development. Chairman of the commission, Comrade Sa’idu Yahaya, disclosed this during a stakeholders’ engagement on the protection…
The Federal Government has relocated the operational headquarters of the National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW) from Abuja to Kano State in a move aimed at improving efficiency in environmental programme delivery across Nigeria’s northern belt. The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, announced the decision, explaining that the relocation aligns with President…
The Kano State Government has introduced a daily shuttle service for pilgrims participating in the 2026 Hajj in Saudi Arabia as part of efforts to enhance their welfare and ease movement to the Grand Mosque in Makkah. The initiative, which commenced after the Day of Arafat, is aimed at addressing transportation challenges faced by pilgrims…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has said his administration has fulfilled about 90 per cent of the promises made to the people of Kano State during the 2023 election campaign. The governor stated this while reflecting on his administration’s three years in office, highlighting achievements recorded across key sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, housing, transportation, agriculture,…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has assured residents of Kano State of improved and sustainable water supply following the approval of ₦21.89 billion for the rehabilitation and upgrading of two major water treatment plants in the state. The governor gave the assurance during the Hawan Nasarawa Sallah homage, where he reiterated his administration’s commitment to addressing…
Kano’s Progress Speaks Volumes: As MD KSHC Congratulates Abba on 3rd Anniversary The Managing Director Kano State Housing Corporation Alh. Abdullahi Rabiu Congratulates Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Three Years of Transformative Leadership style in Kano State. Alhaji Abdullahi Rabiu, made the disclosure today while briefing the press on the Corporation scorecard and the three…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved over ₦21.29 billion for the rehabilitation and restoration of critical water supply infrastructure across Kano State. The approval, announced by the State Ministry of Water Resources on Thursday, followed a resolution of the State Executive Council meeting and is aimed at addressing the prolonged water scarcity affecting residents. According…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has confirmed Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota as the substantive Head of Civil Service in the state. The confirmation was announced on Wednesday in a statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. Maimota’s elevation follows her recent appointment in an acting capacity after the removal of Alhaji…
