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Irrespective of the result of Wednesday’s 34th Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash with the Bafana Bafana of South Africa, Nigeria will extend her record of being the country with the most last-four appearances at the continental fiesta. Since making her debut at the 1963 finals held in Ghana, where she was ejected in the group phase after 3-6 and 0-4 losses to United Arab Republic (Egypt) and Sudan respectively, Nigeria has been at the last-four of the tournament 15 times, and has never failed to win a medal each time. The Eagles have gone ahead to win the trophy…

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By Muzammil Dalha Yola SWAN KANO The friendly match between Kano Pillars and Tudun Wada FC will take place on 8th February, thursday at the Sani Abacha Stadium Kofar mata by 4:00pm, sponsored by the Kano State FA. The match was organized to congratulate Tudun Wada FC of Kano for their outstanding achievement as the champions of the NLO23 dual Cup of the season. Tudun Wada FC emerged as the winners of the inaugural Nationwide League One/Ikukuoma Super Cup, showcasing their exceptional skills and determination on the field. Additionally, they also secured victory in the inaugural edition of the Nationwide…

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Kano state government has applauded the Kano Agro-pastoral Development Project, KSADP, describing it as transparent and result oriented , calling for its sustainance Endorsing the work, Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Danjuma Mahmoud, said: “I came with a sceptical mind having been in the development partner circle for some time. We have seen other projects (in Kano) including a World Bank project that just finished. But I haven’t seen the kind of content in terms of strength and transparency, as this (KSADP). Even the documentation is excellent”. The Commissioner, who was speaking when he received members of the Islamic Development Bank…

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The Islamic Development Bank, IsDB, says it is ready to support Nigeria to address its development challenges. Mr. Javed Khan, who headed a Mission from the Abuja Hub of the bank to Kano, stated this during meetings with officials of the Project Management Unit of Kano State Agro-pastoral Development Project, KSADP and the Managing Director of Kano state agricultural agency, KNARDA, in his office in Kano. “Nigeria is a very important member of the IsDB and in line with its objective of fostering economic development and social progress, the bank will continue to support the country to drive development and…

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Reigning Africa Player of the Year Victor Osimhen has arrived in Bouake, Cote d’Ivoire’s second city that will host Wednesday’s Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match between Nigeria and South Africa. The lanky forward, who has been key to Nigeria’s progress in this championship, with endless running and magnificent passes to wreck the opposition, has only on Tuesday evening been cleared to feature in the big game. He was part of the team’s training at the Stade Annexe, Bouake on Tuesday evening. Team medics performed their final tests and took the decision that he is available for the encounter after…

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By Ismail Garba Gwammaja Kano State Government has reiterated resolve to work closely with relevant agencies with a view to ensuring speedy development of the state. The state Commissioner For Environment and Climate Change Rt. Hon. Nasiru Sule Garo disclosed this while exchanging views with Officials from the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency who called on him . He expressed appreciation for the visit describing the present administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf as a progressive government, that doesn’t segregate when it comes to issue of development and projects execution for the benefit of teeming populace.” Garo assured…

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Balarabe Abdullahi Kano State Government is poised to awarding excellence likewise deal decisively with negligence and Luke warm attitude. State Commissioner Ministry for Education Umar Haruna Doguwa disclosed this during an unscheduled visit to some schools in Tudun Wada and Rano Local Government Areas, He said the administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf would no longer condone any form of laxity as it contravenes civil service rules. ” It is quite disheartening to discover that a school with 30 teaching staff, about 15 of them were not present, and instead of meeting permanent staff,we see only the voluntary ones this according…

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By our reporter Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State.Kano State government, yesterday, appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene of the situation of hunger  suffering of the less-privileges in the state. Besides, the government pleaded with businessmen to consider crashing their cost of goods to reduce the high burden of food inflation. Governor Abba Yusuf, who made the appeal while hosting members of the Kano business community at the Government House, noted the hunger in the state. He said: “We are appealing to business people to assist the less-privileged in their own state because there is hunger in…

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Kano State Permanent Secretary at Servicon Directorate, Mal Danasabe Yahaya, today gave out his daughter Hafsat Dan’asabe Yahaya in marriage to her heartthrob Sulaiman Tahir. The wedding was sealed in an impressive process by the lmam of Mallam Hadi Gwani Mosque of Yakasai Qtrs in Kano municipality upon payment of One Hundred Thousand Naira (N100,000:00k) cash as dowry. The exciting event was graced by the “crème de la creme” in society, including the former Kano State Deputy Governor Prof Hafizu Abubakar, Head of Kano State Civil Service Alh Abdullahi Musa and a host of senior government staff serving and retired.…

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Ibrahim Abdullahi It could be recalled that, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf had, on 21st November 2023, inaugurated two committees with the terms of reference to work for the successful execution of upgrading and merging of public Agencies in the health sector. In the event that took place at the DMCSA, Dr. Labaran highlighted that the DMCSA is saddled with the responsibility of providing qualitative and affordable drugs to the health facilities of the state, which can only be done through the DMU of the Agency that locally produced the drugs in order to alleviate the sufferings…

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Kano State Head of Civil Service, Abdullahi Musa has charged Ministry of Women, Children and the Disabled to explore innovative ideas and Programmes that will positively impact on the lives of the most vulnerable in the larger society. He emphasizes the need for creative solutions to sociology economic challenges bedevilling the majority and encourage womenfolk to play a leading role in finding those solutions. The Head of Service stated this during a meeting with staff of the Ministry as part of his familiarisation tourm to MDAs aimed at ensuring better service delivery. He praised the role of Women in the…

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By Muzammil Dalha Yola SWAN Kano The 2024 Kano Captain’s Inaugural Golf Tournament held in Kano from 4th to 5th february 2024, was a resounding success, with Dauda Musa Adam emerging as the overall champion. Dauda’s impressive performance led him to clinch the first position in the senior amateur category, marking his first-time victory at the tournament. The tournament also saw commendable performances from other players, with Kaduna golf player Ahmad Zaria securing the second position, and Isaac Omoro clinching the third position. In addition, Augustina Pius emerged as the winner, claiming the first position in the ladies’ category, showcasing…

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Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru Kano State Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa has cautioned warned teachers against truancy but timeliness in reporting to work. Doguwa gave the warning during an unscheduled visit to some schools as part of the ministry’s effort to ensure punctuality and efficiency among teaching staffers. He announced that government would no longer tolerate any act of non chalant attitude to work as according to him, undermines effort in providing qualitative education . The Commissioner lamented how a voluntary teacher was in observing his duty while otherwise was the case with their permanent colleagues charging them to…

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By  Ramatu Garba The Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences , Bayero University Kano, has organized its first international conference on sustainability and ecological resilence in the Muslim towards addressing global climate crisis. The Vice Chancellor of the University BUK, Prof Sagir Adamu-Abbas, said global climate crisis is affecting the global space and if not urgently tackled the future of our children and human race will be uncertain and unfulfilling. The conference with the theme “Addressing Global & Local Environmental Crises: Islamic Perspectives and Muslim Experiences” He explained the aim of the conference was to explore the vast knowledge and…

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Ibrahim Abdullahi Services at Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA), are gradually being restored with the advent of current leadership in the state . State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, made the disclosure while chairing the maiden quarterly review meeting of the outfit Dr. Labaran appreciated the encouragement accorded by Engineer Abbas Kabir Yusuf’s administration which he described as the secret behind the spectacular performance of pharmacist Ghali led leadership at the Agency He lauded him considering how he normalized position of things within six months urging him to keep on the good work. He elatedly revealed…

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Delta State and the Nigerian Police Force have emerged winner and runners up at the just-concluded the 11th Chief of Naval Staff National Swimming Championship in Port Harcourt. Delta State garnered a total of twelve gold,eight silver and eight bronze medals to emerge tops in the largely military tournament while Nigeria Police placed second with eight gold, one silver and three bronze medals. Third place was clinched by the Nigeria Army with a total of twenty medals(five gold give silver ten bronze), while Rivers State (host) placed seventh with two gold,two silver and one bronze medal. Speaking at the closing…

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By Muzammil Dalha Yola SWAN KANO The Savannah Tigers have officially unveiled their new signings ahead of the second stanza in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). Bilal Yukubu, Tijjani Kabiru Abba, Meite Sambore, and Okoro Okechukwu have successfully signed new deals with Doma United of Gombe. All necessary paperwork and medical routine checks have been confirmed for these signings. The Savannah Tigers currently hold the 3rd position in the table with 32 points in the NPFL23-24 after the conclusion of the first stanza. These new signings are expected to bolster the team’s performance and contribute to their success in…

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Nigeria’s U17 girls, Flamingos have set off on another FIFA World Cup journey with a strong warning to opponents, as they dismissed their counterparts from Central African Republic 6-0 in an African second round, first leg qualification game in Douala, Cameroon on Sunday. Harmony Chidi opened the floodgates as early as the 5th minute, and Prisca Nwachukwu doubled Nigeria’s advantage with six minutes left in the first period at the Stade de la Reunification in Cameroon’s second city. Chidi made it two for herself on the day and three for Nigeria in the 42nd minute, before Shakirat Moshood also got…

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Minister for State for Fct Dr Mariya Mahmud says security hitches will sooner than later become history in Abuja and surrounding localities. The Minister was exchanging views with the family of kadiriyya Mansur who was recently released by abductees in the federal capital while on a sympathy visit. She regretted the happenings not only in the city but the country as a whole expressing optimism that everything will soon normalze as according to her nothing last forever. She pointed out that the Federal Ministry is working on a template aimed at ensuring peace and tranquility across the society. The Minister…

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Everything is set for the start of degree programmes at Aminu Kano College of Legal Studies in collaboration with Federal University Dutsen Ma. Dr. Salisu Marafa Sagagi, the interim registrar of the college, stated in a statement issued by the public relations officer of the college that the degree programmes are scheduled to start in the 2023–2024 academic year, starting in June 2024. Islamic Studies, English, and Hausa are among the curricula offered. B.A. Ed (Educational Planning and Administration), B.Sc. Commuter Science, B. Sc. Economics, and B.A. Ed (Guidance and Counselling) are the other degrees.

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Barely few day to the start of holy month of Ramadan, Emir of Karaye Alhaji Dr Ibrahim Abubakar II has called on traders to subsidize the prices of products. Alhaji Dr Ibrahim Abubakar II lamented how prices of groceries like sugar,salt, spaghetti, oil, macaroni and other food stuff has been rising by the day stressing the need for concerted effort to tackle the problem once and for all. The Emir who was the speaking at the annual general meeting of Kabo Zone Traders Association.regretted how the problem is going out of hand. He maintained that, unlike in other climes, when…

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Isyaku Ibrahim The final of the 34th edition of AFCON which will take place on the eleventh of this week will be a battle between a Francophone nation and its sister Anglophone country. This was due to the fact that the remaining four countries namely the host Elephants of Ivory Coast, Leopards of Congo, Bafana Bafana of former apartheid enclave South Africa and our own Super Eagles two each were French and English speaking countries and coincidentally while Congo and Ivory Coast who are speaking same official language will battle it out likewise Nigeria and South Africa that are using…

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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has congratulated Dasuki Galadanchi over his recent promotion to the rank of Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) to represent North Western zone. The Governor who with the support of the Inspector General of Police, decorated the new DIG with his new rank at the Police Headquarters Abuja, described him as a gallant police officer who is committed wholly and squarely to serving his fatherland since his enlistment into the service. He noted with pleasure how the new Deputy Inspector General Galandanchi served in so many formations and Commands of the Nigeria Police…

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Kano State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi convened a meeting with all state counsels in a pivotal gathering to address pressing concerns within the legal system. During the meeting held at the conference room of the ministry He highlighted several key issues affecting the efficiency and integrity of the Ministry. One of the primary concerns according to him was the pervasive issue of punctuality and early closure where he expressed deep concern over the practices, emphasizing the need for a more disciplined to ensure timely and effective duty delivery. The commissioner stressed the importance of…

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Politics which a term defines it as war without bloodshed, devoid of hesitation, it will continue to retain its name going by what usually occurs in a given environment whenever election is around the corner. As the Gubernatorial polls in South South State of Edo will be held in September, the tug of war that consumed the opposition Apc during the past which led to the defection of Governor Obaseki to opposition PDP four years ago which caused them the state is now resurfacing and if the situation is not normalized before it degenerate the story will be hard to…

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If one could remember Super Eagles Tactician Jose Paseiro, made a pledge in one of his several interactions in recent time that he would lift the giant African Nations Cup for Nigeria. Thus, as the competition is reaching its climax in neighbouring West African state of Ivory Coast it seems his promise is looking brighter as this is what teeming soccer loving Nigerians have stood akimbo looking to see  as sincerely speaking, it is no longer a story that countrymen and women are highly thirsty of the cup. But from all indication the Super Eagles are as good as returning…

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Ismail Garba Gwammaja Kano State Government has profusely warned the general against Illegal Felling Of trees or else face the wrath of the law. The State Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change Rt. Hon. Nasiru Sule Garo gave the warning while inspecing a project by the Kano State government in collaboration with National Agency for the Great Green Wall, in the areas of Shelter belts, Wood lock, Nurseries and other Plantation Services at Danbatta, Makoda, Kunchi and some part of Bichi local government areas respectively. Garo noted with appreciation the status of the Sites urging people in the state to…

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Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development Abdullahi Tijjani Muhammad Gwarzo says the ministry is working assiduously towards the realisation of President Bola Ahmad Tinubu’s “Renew Hope Agenda” on Housing project countywide. He disclosed this when he received the executives of Medical and Dental Consultant Association of Nigeria on a courtesy visit He described the outfit as a critical partner in the provision of decent and healthy houses nationwide. The Minister revealed that very soon, President Bola Ahmad Tinubu will launch the construction of the “Mega City project” aimed at providing affordable mass housing for all Nigerians. Alhaji Ahmad…

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Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru Connected Learning For STEM (CL4STEM) an International Development Project has completed arrangements to train over 20 Science and Mathematics Teachers in Kano. The Project funded by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), Canada was aimed at building the capacity of Higher/Secondary Schools Teachers in Science and Technical Education for fostering higher thinking with inclusion and equity in their class rooms in 3 selected countries of Nigeria, Tanzania and Bhutan with India as technical consultant. Briefing the State Commissioner of Education Umar Haruna Doguwa on the project its team leader in Nigeria Professor Musa Dickson from I.B.B University,…

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Ramatu Garba The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), says it has treated 5,778 criminal and civil cases in Kano State from January to December 2023. The Commandant of the Corps in the state, Mr Mohammed Lawal-Falala, told the News men on Tuesday in Kano, that the cases comprised 1,564 criminal and 4,214 civil. He said the criminal cases were related to vandalism; fraud, rape, kidnapping, cheating, criminal breach of trust, armed robbery, among others. “Over 80 per cent of the civil cases related to marital/family dispute, communal/neighbourhood conflict, farmer/herder clash, breach of contract, debt and land disputes, were…

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By Isyaku Ibrahim Thirty fourth edition of AFCON holding in Abidjan the Ivorian capital is unique going by how super powers in the round leather game in continent have been humiliated one after the other as the tournament progresses. The demolition coincidentally started in sequence with two time and four time champions Desert Warriors of Algeria and Ghana Black Stars in the first round respectively. While the second round saw the exit of another batch of power house comprising Indomitable Lions of Cameroun,Teranga Lions of neighbouring West African nation Senegal and above all Pharaohs of Egypt who won the cup…

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Bill for the establishment of Kano State Drugs and Substances Abuse,control, certification and miscellaneous provisions 2023(1445 A.H.) had scaled second reading in the floor of the state House. Introduced by the Majority Leader and member representing Dala Constituency, Hon. Lawan Hussaini Dala, the bill was sponsored by Alhaji Abdulhamid Abdul Minjibir. It received series of debates and wide contributions from fellow members when passed into law it would address the issues of drugs abuse and related substances Statewide Later, was committed to the Standing Committees on Judiciary, Health and Women Affairs for further Legislative treatment and given eight weeks within…

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Isyaku Ibrahim Surprise as pundits say will never end in the game of soccer Thus what you have under rated at the tail end would be found to be a hard nut to crack or rather give you a sleepless night This what happened last night in continuation of AFCON holding in neighbouring Ivory Coast as highly favourites Teranga Lions of Senegal were thrown out of the event by host Elephants of Ivory Coast The Lions who were the defending champions of the tournament , got the curtain raiser in the early minutes of the thriller which they defended thoroughly…

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State Assembly is deliberating the establishment of Centre for Disease Control as earlier requested by the Executive arm in a letter it sent. Part of the content as read by the Speaker Jibril Falgore stated that;when established the centre would promptly address the myriad outbreakof diseases Statewide Similarly the House had received a report from its Standing Committee on Election matters in respect of screening of a nominee Professor Sani Lawan Malumfashi for appointment as Chairman,Kano State Independent Electoral Commission. The report which was read by its Majority Leader ,Alhaji Lawan Hussaini Dala, described the nominee as competent and qualified…

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By Haruna Muhammad Gunduwawa People from within and across Ƙaraye Emirate have been troopping to commiserate with the Emir Alhaji Dr Ibrahim Abubakar II over death of his Shamaki Alhaji Ibrahim Garba Danjinjiri who died last week. The most recent mourners include delegate from Gaya Emirate led by the Dan-Iya of Gaya Farouk Sunusi Gaya likewise Chief Imams of the Chiefdom Others were Village Heads of Gwarzo District and other traditional rulers from different parts of the Emirate. Meanwhile, Alhaji Kabiru Muhammad Gwarzo has been assigned to ovesee the affairs of Gwarzo pending the return of the District Head Barde…

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By Dakuku Peterside THE impact of insecurity in Nigeria is significant, encompassing substantial losses in terms of lives, economic setbacks ,and the emergence of humanitarian crises. Many citizens find themselves in precarious situations with limited access to basic needs. While this is the case, the effectiveness of government’s response to insecurity is debatable. Some citizens feel that there is need for decisive, prompt and coordinated action to address the root causes of insecurity and to protect communities. Many citizens are expressing a feeling of helplessness in the face of the prevailing insecurity. The inability to go about daily activities without…

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Abba Dukawa THE Federal Government has announced a 37-member Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage with a mandate to recommend a new National Minimum Wage for the country. Director, Information in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen disclosed this in a statement issued Sunday night in Abuja. He said; “The planned inauguration of the Committee is sequel to the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. “The inauguration is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, 30th January, 2024 by 12:00 noon at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, State House, Abuja. “The Committee under the Chairmanship…

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By Isyaku Ibrahim Two goals via Ademola Lukman, was all what Super Eagles needed to zoom to the quarter final stages of the on going 34th edition of AFCON being hosted by West African sister nation Ivory Coast. The Eagles who had earlier netted a goal that was cancelled by the Morrocon referee, got the curtain raiser in the thirty six minutes of the fierce encounter through a goal mouth melee. All efforts by the Lions to level scores in the first half proved abortive as a result of good defensive work of the Super Eagles defenders. Thus when play…

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By Zainab  Olufunmi The Nigeria Red Cross Society (NRCS) and National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) have collaborated to provide healthcare services to refugees in Kano State. The NRCS Secretary General, Abubakar Kende, who disclosed this at a meeting with representative of the refugees on Friday in Kano, said the collaboration on the medical outreach was to motivate refugees across the state. “We have agreed to partner to provide basic healthcare services to get treatment for free,” Kende said. He said that the Red Cross would make the payment available and provide basic needs at the…

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Two policemen were reported slained in Kwari village of Jibiya Local Government of Katina State Report reaching PERISCOPE ONLINE said the officers were killed at a check point by one who disguised in a hijab Speaking on the sad incident the mouthpiece of Katsina State police Command Asp Abubakar Sadiq said the State had since send a team of detective to the scene of the event to examine the situation He reiterated the Command’s resolve in overcoming all sorts of security challenges troubling the state and its neighbourhood It would be recalled that for years now the northwestern state has…

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By Dahiru Lawan Kofar Wambai Kano State Government has warned all the 44 against unauthorized sale of government properties within their respective domains. The directive comes following reports that some chairmen have allegedly indulged in the illicit sale of government assets, including farms, plots of land, shops, and residential properties. While speaking on the matter through his Deputy , Governo Abba Kabir Yusuf, expressed grave concern over the act emphasizing the need to protect public assets from grabbers. The message, warned that Government will take decisive action against anyone found wanting. It revealed that an intelligent team had been dispatched…

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By Dahiru Lawan Kofar Wambai Senior Special Assistant to Kano State Governor on local governments affairs, Alhaji Abubakar Yaro Galadima has reiterated the commitment of the current government in executing viable projects statewide. Alhaji Abubakar Yaro Galadima made this known when he received Gwale local government liaison officers who called on him. He maintained that government expect alot from them trying to remain resolute in serving the people. The Senior Special Assistant said Kano State Government under the leadership of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf had initiated multiple policies,projects and programmes aimed at improving the lives of people especially the downtrodden…

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Kano State Head of Civil Service, Abdullahi Musa has charged Civil Servants to remain impartial in their duties. He enjoined them to be non partisan in observing their spelt out function aimed at proving their detractors wrong. Malama Abdullahi Musa was Speaking during a meeting with staffers of Ministry of Environment as part of his familiarization tour to MDA’s to ensure better service delivery. He described current Government in Kano as non sentimental hence will carry all alone regardless of political affiliation. He urged them not to use their positions to undermine government or favour members of one political party…

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The Super Eagles have vowed to recreate their 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 defeat of Indomitable Lions of Cameroon in Alexandria, when both teams clash in Abidjan on Saturday at the same stage in the ongoing 34th edition of the competition. That day, at the Alexandria Stadium in Egypt, the Eagles came from 1-2 down to decision the Cup holders 3-2 and reach the quarter-finals. Odion Ighalo scored two of the goals, with Alex Iwobi, who is here in Abidjan and is expected to play a determining role on Saturday, netting the winner. Captain Ahmed Musa, defenders…

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By Muzammil Dalha Yola The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Kano State Chapter extends heartfelt congratulations to Governor Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf on the affirmation of his victory in the Kano State governorship election by the Supreme Court. This significant milestone is a testament to the will of the people and a demonstration of the resilience of our democratic processes. In recognition of this pivotal moment, SWAN acknowledges the dedication and perseverance of His Excellency Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, and we join in prayer, seeking Allah’s guidance and wisdom as he embarks on the momentous task of governing Kano…

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State Government plans to evolve new strategies that will ensure full involvement of  private organisations in enhancing education. State Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa revealed this during the official flag off of installation of Kiosk in 100 Secondary Schools, Games Quiz Pick and Talk and Spelling Bee Composition among Senior Secondary Schools organized by Kano State Senior Secondary Schools Management Board (KSSSMB) in collaboration with GHADCO Nigeria Limited held at Government Girls College Dala, Kano. Umar Doguwa affirmed that Kano State being the commercial centre not only in Nigeria but Africa at large, is blessed with private organisations…

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History, pedigree, current form and turf familiarity are factors weighing heavily in favour of the Super Eagles as they confront the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon in the Round of 16 at the 34th Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday. Five-time champions Cameroon prosecuted their group phase games in Yamoussoukro, and have now arrived in Cote d’Ivoire’s commercial and industrial capital for Saturday’s potentially-explosive encounter with three-time champions Nigeria. In effect, Nigeria and Cameroon have clashed in 17 competitive matches since their first of such matches in the Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah Cup on 8th December 1962, which Nigeria won 3-1. Of…

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By Muzammil Dalha Yola KANO SWAN Former SWAN North West Vice President, Lurwanu Idris Malikawa  has arrived  Cote D’Ivoire to witness the thrilling action of the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 tournament. Malikawa, who now serves as the SWAN National Ex-Officio in charge of the Northwest region, has expressed his admiration for the Super Eagles’ progression into the round of sixteen at the prestigious event. The Super Eagles’ impressive performance has garnered high praise from Malikawa, who has hailed their advancement into the round of sixteen, where they are set to take on Cameroon on Saturday. His admiration…

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Director General of Hisba Board Alhaji Abba Sa’id Sufi has assured to partner with Marriage Agent Associations ( Kungiyar Masu Dalilin Aure) for the enhancement of mass wedding programme of the Board. He gave the assurance when the Association paid him a visit at his office aimed at boosting bilateral ties. Alhaji Abba Sa’id Sufi expressed delight over the visit describing the mass conjugation programme as initiated to promote the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad peace be upon Him as well as to reduce prostitution and other immoralities. He assured to seek their advice during upcoming event with a view…

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Kano stated Head of Civil Service Abdullahi Musa emphasized that leadership requires more than sendentary life style but rather intermingling with the wider majority likewise overseeing their conduct and making assessments where necessary . Speaking at an interface with staffers of Ministry of Agriculture, as part of spot assessment and dialogue aim at improving service delivery, the Head of Service stressed that workers should not only just stay in their offices and wait for work to come but should proactively create and initiate in order to achieve positive results. He implored the workers of the outfit to be innovative aimed…

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