*_Question 18:_* I observed fasting last Ramadan, but I used to chew my lips. I knew in my heart that this invalidates the fast, but the Shaytan prevented me from researching this topic. At the end of Ramadan, I researched it, and found out that it invalidates the fast. My question is: Do I have to repeat the fasts for the entire month of Ramadan?_ *_Answer:_* The one who picks skin from his lips whilst he is fasting must eject it. If he swallows it absentmindedly, or there is no trace of it, or it is difficult for him to…
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By our Correspondent Operatives of the Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission , EFCC, have arrested popular TikTok influencer, Murja Ibrahim Kunya, for purported abusing and mutilating the Naira.Specifically, Kunya was arrested for allegedly spraying Naira notes for fun during her stay in a hotel room at Tahir Guest Palace in Kano. The arrest followed her diligent pursuit by EFCC operatives after she jumped an administrative bail granted her by the Commission over one month ago. She was initially arrested in January 2025 for violating the Central Bank of Nigeria CBN, Act which prohibits the abuse…
*_Question 17:_* My menses ended before Fajr prayer and I waited until after the prayer, but I fell asleep and I woke up at ten a.m. I did not do ghusl because I forgot, and I took my sick daughter to the hospital, and I was busy until the time of ‘Asr prayer, then I did ghusl and made up the prayers that I had missed._ _Allah knows that this is the first time this had happened to me since I reached puberty. The reason was that my period usually lasts for 9 days but this month it was 8…
*_Question 16:_* Can we gather to break the fast together in the mosque in the month of Ramadaan, even if that is only on one day, for the purpose of strengthening the bonds and encouraging friendship among the people who attend the mosque? Or is that considered to be an innovation (bid’ah)?._ *_Answer:_* Praise be to Allah. That is not considered to be bid’ah, rather that is one of the things that are prescribed in Islam because it is a means of achieving something that is prescribed, namely increasing love and friendship among the Muslims. Allaah reminded His Prophet Muhammad…
*_Question 15:_* _Is it permissible for a man to sleep beside his wife in Ramadan?_ *_Answer:_* Praise be to Allah Yes, it is permissible for a man to sleep beside his wife in Ramadan. In fact, it is permissible for a man to be intimate with his wife when he is fasting , so long as no intercourse or ejaculation takes place. Al-Bukhari (1927) and Muslim (1106) narrated that `Aishah (may Allah be pleased with her) said: “The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) used to kiss and be intimate when fasting, and he was the most…
A Tribute to Courage: Upholding Justice and Protecting Press Freedom in Nigeria By Shua’ibu Usman Leman As we commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists – NUJ from 15th March 1955 to 15th March 2025, it is imperative that we pause to acknowledge and honour our fallen colleagues, tragic victims of impunity. Every act of violence against journalists – be it intimidation, harassment, or murder – constitutes a fundamental assault on the very principles of democracy and freedom of expression that we hold dear. As the esteemed journalist and advocate for press freedom, Anna Politkovskaya, astutely observed,…
Uba Abdullahi Traditional Institutions had been identified as custodian of Societal cultures norms and Values. The identification was made by Member representing Dambatta/Makoda Federal Constituency Rt Hon Engineer Hamisu Ibrahim Chidari while distributing Sallah regalia to Village Heads and Chief Imams of Juma’at Mosques at the District Palace of Sarkin Ban Kano. Chidari who was represented by Hon Musa Sani DDN said the gesture is an annual interventions to all the Village Heads and Chief Imams of Dambatta and Makoda Local Government Areas, stressing that “Chidari’s humanitarian gesture cut across all segments of human endeavors and assured them that such…
By our Correspondent Aliko Dangote Foundation distributes one million bags of rice worth N16bn in all 774 local governments Over one million Nigerians nationwide will receive a 10kg bag of rice each as the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) Thursday launched the 2025 Annual National Food Intervention Project valued at N16billion Speaking at the ceremony in Kano, chairman of the Aliko Dangote Foundation, Mr. Aliko Dangote said the distribution of one million bags of 10kg rice to the poor and most vulnerable Nigerians in the 774 Local Government Areas is in line with the core values of his company and Foundation.…
Abba Dukawa The House of Representatives on Thursday approved significant amendments to the four tax reform bills sent to the National Assembly in October by President Bola Tinubu. The bills are the Nigeria Tax Bill, Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill and Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill. The amendments approved by the lower chamber at the plenary session on Thursday presided over by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen addressed contentious issues such as inheritance tax, Value Added Tax (VAT) rate and distribution formula, and also the clause on continuous funding of TETFUND, NASENI, and NITDA from the development levies…
By our Correspondent Over one million Nigerians nationwide will receive a 10kg bag of rice each as the Aliko Dangote Foundation(ADF) Thursday launched the 2025 Annual National Food Intervention Project valued at N16billion. Speaking at the ceremony in Kano, chairman of the Aliko Dangote Foundation, Mr. Aliko Dangote, said the distribution of one million bags of 10kg rice to the poor and most vulnerable Nigerians in the 774 Local Government Areas is in line with the core values of his company and Foundation. Dangote, who was represented by his daughter Marya Aliko Dangote said: “This annual initiative, which embodies compassion,…
Our Correspondent The Chinese government has pledged to strengthen the age-long bilateral relationship with Kano state government to enhance infrastructural development and boost industrial growth in the state. In a statement by Governor’s Spokesperson Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Yu Dunhai, gave the assurance on Thursday when he led delegates of the embassy on a courtesy visit to the Kano state government house. While received by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at the ante-chamber, the Chinese Ambassador observed the mutual engagements enjoyed by the Chinese community in Kano and emphasised a willingness to sustain the outstanding bilateral…
Uba Abdullahi It had been identified that effective representation in an open democratic system is the gateway for societal transformation and advancement. This was made known by Member representing Dambatta Constituency in the State House of Assembly,Hon. Murtala Musa Kore while dishing out financial interventions to his constituents as part of Ramadan Gesture. The member who was represented by former Chairman of Dambatta local government, Hon. Muhd Abdullahi Kore said such interventions are meant to bring succour to the lives of the people in the area especially in this blessed Month of Ramadan,where he implored the people to used the…
_*Question 13:*_ _What are the reasons for which one may be excused from fasting in Ramadan?_ *_Answer:_* Praise be to Allah. One of the ways in which Allah has made things easy for His slaves is that He has only enjoined fasting upon those who are able to do it, and He has excused those who are unable to fast for a legitimate shar’i reason. Valid reasons for breaking fast The legitimate reasons for which one may be excused from fasting are as follows: *_1. Sickness_* Sickness means everything that means that a person is not healthy. Ibn Qudamah said:…
Abba Dukawa Despite the position of the Court of Appeal in the case of the Speaker of Bauchi State House of Assembly Vs Hon Rifkatu Samson Danna (2017) 49 W.R.N that a lawmaker is a representative of his people whose membership of the House is guaranteed by the Constitution and not by any other person or persons, the Senate and its leadership have continued to use suspension as an instrument to oppress, intimidate and whip lawmakers into line. Sadly, the National Assembly has continued to ignore the position of the courts on suspension of lawmakers as the Senate Committee on…
Uba Abdullahi Thousands of food items where delivered to the people of Dambatta/Makoda Federal Constituency by the member Federal House of Representatives,Rt Hon Engineer Hamisu Ibrahim Chidari in a grand styled ceremony held at Dambatta Stadium. Delivering the food items, Engineer Hamisu Ibrahim Chidari said ” the gesture is part of our initiatives to bring succour to our constituents especially in this blessed Month of Ramadan with sole aim of seeking devine intervention for the overall developments of our Constituency.” He called on the beneficiaries to make the best use of the food items and as well appealed to them…
Ramatu Garba The Prisoners Rehabilitation and Welfare Action (PRAWA) has trained members of the Kano State Parole Board on strengthening their capacity for effective justice delivery. The training held in Kano on Wednesday was conducted under the Advancing Implementation of Non-Custodial Solutions (AI-NCS) Project. Reports that the project is funded by the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC) II Programme in collaboration with International IDEA. The Programme Manager for the Implementation of Non-Custodial Solutions Project at PRAWA, Mrs Katumi Oboirien, said the two-day training is aimed at strengthening the capacity of the state parole board members. According to her, the…
By Hassana Aminu Chairman of Dala Local Government Council ,Alhaji Surajo Ibrahim Imam, says Kano State Government has approved the expending of forty million naira for the rehabilitation of gutters in Madigawa Ward of the Area Alhaji Surajo Ibrahim Imam was speaking when he visited ‘Yan Dagi and Madigawa to inspect the on going project, which will be extended to Yalwa locality . Alhaji Surajo Imam commended the contractor handling the project over executing superb work hoping he will keep the flag flying He however appreciated the effort of NNPP spokesperson, of the Area who he said played a key…
_*Question 12:*_ _Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): “to feed a Miskeen (poor person) (for every day)” [al-Baqarah 2:184]. Is it essential that this poor person be an adult? If a person wants to feed thirty poor persons, are the children and dependents of a poor person included in this number? Is it acceptable to give money instead of food? How much food should be given?._ *_Answer:_* Praise be to Allah. *_Firstly:_* It is not permissible for anyone who is able to fast in Ramadan, and who has no legitimate excuse, not to fast. Not everyone who does not fast…
Ado Salisu …As Ahmadiyya College emerge champions for boys and girls categories Ahmadiyya College Basketball teams boys and girls have emerged winners of this year’s Kano state Nestle Milo basketball final held at the Indoor Sports Hall of Sani Abacha Sports Complex Kofar Mata Kano. The 25th edition of the championship which was organized by Nigerian School Sports Federation NSSF attracted over 300 secondary schools boys and girls in attendance. Although this year’s edition was colourless as no top government officials and no Nestle Milo representatives at the final. And the two winners went back to their respective schools without…
By Sa’id Husain Abdullah *_Question 11:_* I cleaned my ears during the daytime in Ramadan for 10 days; as I suffer from an allergy that causes itching and scratching in my ear, and I used to clean it as a usual habit, with or without scratching, and my cleaning was vigorous with a tissue, or with a stick that I insert as far as possible into the ear. I follow the Shafi`i school of thought, and I thought that cleaning the ear was only disliked, but when I read the ruling today and was shocked to find that it breaks…
By Ado Salisu Sports entrepreneur and Chairman Gombe State Athletics Association Hon Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe has explained reasons he petitioned EFCC over alleged financial improprieties in the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) and the director general of National Sports Commission (NSC) Hon. Bukola Olokpade’s involvement “Having not been satisfied with the explanations offered and also not satisfied with the position taken by AFN itself, I want an independent body to investigate the AFN financial activities. That’s the reason for the petition to EFCC” Gombe, in a chat with Journalists in Abuja recently said he issued a statement to a letter…
By Sa’id Husain Abdullah *_Question 10:_* I missed ‘Isha prayer once and caught up with the imam in the prayer of Witr, so I followed him. He made du’a then finished the Witr prayer, so I stood up and continued my ‘Isha. Is what I did permissible? The rak’ah I prayed behind the imam is considered Witr or a part of ‘Isha prayer? What should I do in this case?_ *_Answer:_* Praise be to Allah. *_Is praying ‘Isha behind someone praying Tarawih or Witr valid?_* Your praying `Isha behind someone who was praying Tarawih or Witr is valid according to…
Isyaku Ibrahim It was disheartening the condemnation made by Bolaji Douglas on the recent invitation extended to Ahmed Musa by Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle for Nigeria’s upcoming duels’ towards forthcoming world Cup qualification Honestly speaking , from what I understood the utterances were done out of envy and jealousy clearly done aimed at discouraging the player against putting his all when the training commences To say the truth Ahmed Musa regardless of being the Skipper of the Super Eagles is a complete player who is far above the so called invited professionals in view of his talent , exposure…
By Mal.Saidu *_Question 8:_* _What is the ruling on a person who does not pray Tarawih at all during the month of Ramadan with no valid excuse? Is there any sin on him because of that?_ *_Answer:_* Praise be to Allah. If a Muslim does not pray Tarawih , there is no sin on him for that, whether he has an excuse or not, because it is not obligatory. Rather it is a confirmed Sunnah which the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) did regularly and encouraged the Muslims to do as he said: “Whoever prays qiyam…
By Mal. Saidu _What is the reward for giving iftar to one who is fasting?_ *_Answer:_* Praise be to Allah. *_Reward of feeding a fasting person_* Zayd ibn Khalid al-Juhani said: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: “Whoever gives iftar to one who is fasting will have a reward like his, without that detracting from the reward of the fasting person in the slightest.” (Narrated by al-Tirmidhi, 807; Ibn Majah, 1746. Classed as sahih by Ibn Hiban, 8/216 and by al-Albani in Sahih al-Jami’, 6415) Shaykh al-Islam [Ibn Taymiyah] said: “What is meant…
By Hassana Aminu The Chairman of Dala Local Government, Alhaji Surajo Ibrahim Iman, has officially launched the distribution of fertilizers to farmers in the area as part of the government’s efforts to boost agricultural activities. During the launch, Alhaji Surajo expressed his delight at the large turnout of farmers and stakeholders. He emphasized the quality of the fertilizers, which include NPK, Urea, and SSP, totaling 803 bags. He extended his gratitude to Governor Abba for the support and the provision of the fertilizers through the federal government’s initiative. Alhaji Surajo assured that the distribution would be carried out fairly and…
By Hassan Aminu Dala Local Government Council has officially received two recently assigned District Heads of the Area Speaking at the event, the Chief Councillor of the Emir of Kano and equally Makaman Kano District Head of Wudil, Alhaji Sarki Ibrahim, stated that in the past, such offices were only documented at the local government level.but at present the Monarch deemed it necessary for members of his council to personally accompany the appointees to their respective Chiefdoms hence he escorted Alhaji Yahaya Inuwa Abbas (Dan Galadima), to Dala, and Alhaji Aliyu Harazumi Umar (Dan Amar) to Gobirawa. He prayed for…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Atletico Madrid Gaffer,Diego Simeone says they are as good as making it to the next round of this year’s champions league. The Tactician was speaking shortly after his Lads narrowly lost to closed door neighbours Real Madrid in the first leg of round of sixteen of the yearly event last night by two goals to one. He explained that nothing will stop them from condemning their rivals when they meet next week to determine who would move to the final eight. The Argentine posited that what he was praying for was for a slim margin in the…
By Uba Abdullahi Over six thousand people benefitted from the Ramadan Gesture by the Hon Dr Muktar Muhd Zannan Kazaure, Member, representing Kazaure/Roni/Gwuiwa/Yankwashi Federal Constituency in Jigawa State presented humanitarian gesture to his constituents held at Kazaure township Stadium. Presenting the gesture Hon Dr Muktar Muhd Zanna said ” our priority is the overall developments and advancements of our Constituency pointing out that such philanthropic interventions would be of continued basis. He thanks the State Governor Alhaji Umar Namadi for his tieless efforts in transforming the State to a greater heights as he similarly implored his constituents to pray for…
Hauwa Alhassan Ahmad Gwale Local Government Council has disbursed ₦1.5 million to 12 individuals in need as part of its ongoing efforts to support vulnerable members of the community. The Chairman of Gwale Local Government, Alhaji Abubakar Mu’azu Mojo, approved the financial assistance, emphasizing the council’s commitment to the welfare of its people. The beneficiaries were carefully selected based on their specific needs and circumstances. This disbursement is a demonstration of our commitment to the welfare of our people. We will continue to work tirelessly to provide support to those who need it most.” The Gwale Local Government Council remains…
Isyaku Ibrahim Super Eagles tactician Mr Eric Chelle has described Super Eagles Skipper Ahmed as a complete soccer star. Mr Eric Chelle who was fielding questions at the interval of the premier league cracker involving Kano Pillars and visiting Enugu Rangers at Sani Abacha Stadium Kofar Mata, said he was highly convinced and above all impressed with what he saw with the accurate ball distribution of skipper Ahmed Musa his composure and football artistry stressing that with what he saw the player will no doubt go places in the round leather game. He posited that definitely the sky will be…
Isyaku Ibrahim High flying Kano Pillars popularly called Sai Masu Gida by their die hard supporters,were able to beat Enugu Rangers in an entertaining duel Sunday afternoon at Sani Abacha Stadium The visitors first scored via a penalty shootout while the home side equalised also through a penalty kick some minutes later Later on in the second phase the host increased the tally as a result of defensive blunder by the guests back men to make the scores two goals to one Thus, with the development,the host has made history for the first time running over the Coal city side…
Our Correspondent A six-year-old girl, Ella, fatally shot a 28-year-old American police officer last month after witnessing her mother being restrained by law enforcement. The incident occurred when Ella’s mother left her inside the car and went into a supermarket to purchase a 75-inch television. After completing her purchase, she was stopped at the store’s exit and asked to present her receipt, as per store policy. However, she couldn’t find it despite searching everywhere. She then returned to the cashier who had issued the receipt and asked him to explain to security that she had genuinely bought the television. The…
By Isyaku Ibrahim Kano Pillars Football Club otherwise called Sai Masu Gida will this afternoon engage Enugu Rangers nick named Flying Antelopes. The match which is in continuation of Nigeria’s top flight will come up by four O’clock at Sani Abacha Stadium Kofar Mata in the metropolitan. Pillars who defeated visiting Akwa United mid week by alone goal ,will not toy with this golden opportunity as it will uplift their position on the log provided they whacked the visitors from coal city. Thus caretaker coach Ahmed Yaro Zagalo,has to do the needful aimed at securing the vital points as it…
By Ramatu Garba The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, has reiterated its commitment to public safety and protection of critical assets. The State Commandant, Mr Shafi’u Abdulmumini, gave the assurance on Saturday in Kano while speaking after a public awareness road walk to mark the 2025 International Civil Defence Day. This year’s theme is “Civil Defence, Guarantee of Security for the Population”. Abdulmumini said the command remained alert to its mandate. “We will redouble efforts in protecting critical national assets and infrastructure, while ensuring safety of lives and property,” he assured. Abdulmumini, who spoke on…
By Uba Abdullahi In what appears as a milestone towards bringing succour to the lives of the people in Dambatta Local Government, a frontline Politician and philanthropist, Hon. Musa Sani DDN had distributed bags of Rice to the people in Dambatta Local Government. Distributing the items today Hon.Musa Sani DDN said the gesture is part of his philanthropic move which is in tandem with Islamic injunctions towards assisting the needy in the society especially in this Holy Month of Ramadan which is expected to start either tomorrow or next tomorrow. He called on the beneficiaries to make best used of…
By Abba Dukawa A HIGH-RANKING member of the Nigerian Army during the military years, General Ishola Williams (rtd), says contrary to the disclosure in a recently released book by former Head of State, Gen Ibrahim Babangida, the ex-military general prepared the late General Sani Abacha to take over before his controversial annulment of June 12, 1993. Gen Williams, a former Chief of Defence Training and Planning, was a guest on the Friday edition of Inside Sources with Laolu Akande, a socio-political programme aired on Channels Television. Gen Williams was one of those mentioned in Babangida’s 420-page memoir titled, ‘A Journey…
By Abba Dukawa PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has signed the N54.99 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill into law, marking a significant milestone in the country’s fiscal policy. The signing ceremony took place at the State House in Abuja on Friday, with principal officers of the National Assembly and top government officials in attendance. The bill was passed by the two Chambers of the National Assembly on Thursday, February 13, after Tinubu asked for an increase from the proposed N49.7tn. The National Assembly approved a ₦54.99 trillion ($36.6bn) budget for the fiscal year, surpassing President Bola Tinubu’s initial proposal of ₦54.2tn. This increase…
Abba Dukawa Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has accused the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, of sexual harassment. Mrs Akpoti-Uduaghan, a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), made the allegation during an interview with Arise Television on Friday. The senator detailed an incident from 8 December, 2023, when she and her husband visited Mr Akpabio’s residence in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State. During the visit, she alleged that the senate president held her hand, led her around his house, and then made inappropriate advances towards her, even in her husband’s presence. “It all started on the 8th…
Our Correspondent Dangote Coal Mines Limited and host communities in Benue State have sealed a landmark Community Development Agreement (CDA). The CDA was described by government functionaries as a major ‘milestone.’ The pact, according to the representatives of Dangote Coal and host communities, will see the company performing social programmes in support of government efforts. Representative of the company, Nuhu Elujah, described the Agreement as a “breakthrough in our effort to touch lives,” explaining further that “today we have a document to guide us with regards the Abache Community.” He said the communities will see the company implementing projects in…
By Zainab Olufunmi The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has urged stakeholders to collaborate towards developing the solid mineral sector through increased financial interventions. Mrs Nonye Ayeni, Executive Director of NEPC, said this on Thursday in Kano at the stakeholders forum on financial solid minerals development in Nigeria with the theme: “Accessing Financial Opportunities for Solid Minerals Export Competitiveness.” Ayeni urged stakeholders to join hands with the council to boost exportation in Nigeria, help exporters attract foreign revenue, access financial institutions, and explore credit opportunities. “This collaboration will in turn, increase the sector’s contribution to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).…
Ramatu Garba European Union (EU) has launched “Study in Europe Fair” to connect prospective Nigerian students with representatives of European universities to enhance access to quality education, especially for girls. The initiative aims to promote European higher education opportunities, showcase academic programmes and highlight research and scholarship opportunities. The EU Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Gautier Mignot, made this known while declaring the event open on Thursday in Kano. He said “more than 800 Nigerian students have received scholarships for master’s and PhD in Europe, while several Nigerian universities are now engaged in collaborative research under the Horizon Europe framework.” Mignot…
Ramatu Garba Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf of Kano State says the government has set up a committee toward sponsoring a State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) Ecological Funds Bill in the House of Assembly. Kabir-Yusuf said this on Thursday while declaring open a two-day Disaster Risk Management Stakeholders’ Engagement Meeting in Kano. Reports that the meeting was organised by Kano SEMA in collaboration with Lagos, Jigawa and Katsina SEMAs. The meeting brought together critical stakeholders to enhance effective coordination, synergy and response during emergencies. The governor said that the meeting aimed to strengthen emergency preparedness, response, and resilience strategies for sister agencies…
Our Correspondent Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the ex-depot (gantry) price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly referred to as petrol, by N65.00, from N890 to N825 per litre,effective from 27th February 2025. This strategic price adjustment is designed to provide essential relief to Nigerians in anticipation of the upcoming Ramadan season, while also supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic recovery policy by alleviating the financial burden on the Nigerian populace. It is important to note that Dangote Petroleum Refinery has consistently lowered the prices of petrol and other refined petroleum products to the benefit of Nigerians.…
Ramatu Garba The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Wednesday, sensitised stakeholders on detecting substandard and falsified medical products in the Northwest Zone. Its Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, said the agency introduced GreenBook, Traceability Project, and Pediatric Policy to combat counterfeit medical products. Adeyeye, represented by Mr Bitrus Fraden, NAFDAC’s Director of Post-Marketing Surveillance, said GreenBook serves as a tool to help consumers identify and avoid potentially fake or substandard products. “Traceability is a legal framework for tracking products along the supply chain, while the Pediatric Regulation 2024 is designed to address the special medical…
Abba Dukawa In an explosive expose, former Governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai has disclosed that contrary to widespread belief, the national assembly didn’t reject him as a ministerial nominee. Rather, he accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of betraying him by changing his mind regarding having him in his (Tinubu’s) cabinet despite publicly appealing to him to put his plans on hold and become a member of his cabinet. In July 2024, President Tinubu sent the list of ministerial nominees, including el-Rufai’s, to the Senate for screening and confirmation. In August 2024, the senate withheld the nomination of el-Rufai,…
Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru Kano State Government has approved Friday 28th February, 2025 as the date for 2nd term vacation to all Day and Boarding Public/Private Primary and Post Primary Schools in the state. Therefore, Parents/ Guardians of Pupils and Students in Boarding schools are to convey their wards home by the early hours of Friday 28th Friday 2025. A statement by the Director Public Enlightenment of the State Ministry of Education Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru explained that Boarding Schools Pupils and Students are to resume back to their respective Schools on Sunday 6th April 2025 while the Day Students are to…
Ado Salisu The Vice chancellor of Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu university KHAIRUN, Professor Abdulrashid Garba has hosted the university’s basketball team for their brilliant performance at the recent concluded 1st Kanawa Tertiary institution basketball championship. Speaking at a mini reception, he personally organised in honour of the players, coaches and officials of the team held at the university premises. The vice chancellor who described the performance of the team as superb, pledging to continue to support and encouraging them to do more in future championship. Professor Abdulrashid Garba who was the former veteran basketball star and a three pointer expertise said…
Ramatu Garba The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has urged Nigerians to support locally made products. Mr Ambali Abdulfatai, Kano Head of Department, Manufacturing Services at the Hydraulic Equipment Development Institute (HEDI-NASENI), made the appeal at a strategic focus group meeting on Tuesday in Kano. The meeting, with the theme ‘Made in Nigeria For Everyone,’ gathered stakeholders from various sectors to promote local products and reduce imports. Abdulfatai stated that NASENI, as a government agency, is mandated to produce science and engineering infrastructure for capital goods and to promote the country’s industrialisation. “NASENI has various development institutes…
Isyaku Ibrahim Kano State Commissioner for Special Duties Alhaji Nasiru Sule Garo has renewed call for synergy among Departments, Ministries, Agencies and Public Parastatals He was speaking while exchanging views with his colleague of Internal Security and Special Duties Alhaji Muhammed Dahir Idris when he paid him a visit. He pointed out that such outfits being partners in progress have to work together with a view to achieving set goals. The Commissioner maintained that his series of calls to various Departments across the state and foreign Embassies for the past couple of weeks was to enhance friendliness and explore areas…