Author: Khalifa Muhammad

FOLLOWING the nationwide protest that turned violent in Kano State, the state government has confirmed that thugs stormed and severely damaged the premises of the Kano State High Court, carting away crucial documents related to corruption charges against the former governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, confirmed this to journalists when he paid a visit to the court for an on-the-spot assessment of the damages. He was accompanied by the Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Haruna Isah Dederi, the Chief Registrar of the High Court, Abdullahi Ado Bayero, and other high-ranking judiciary…

FOLLOWING the return of normalcy to Kano, Governor Abba Yusuf has approved the lifting of the curfew imposed in the state with immediate effect. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the State Commissioner for Information, Halilu Baba Dantiye, who urged security agencies to remain vigilant and ensure the maintenance of law and order in the state. “The security agencies should also ensure that no space is given to hoodlums, miscreants and other criminals to perpetrate any act of lawlessness as a result of the lifting of the curfew,” the statement read. News Point Nigeria reported on…

KANO state police command has announced relaxation of the ongoing curfew in the state from 6am to 6pm. This announcement was made by the Kano State Commissioner of Police, Dogo Salman, following a joint security meeting with Governor Abba Yusuf at the Government House. Commissioner Salman emphasized the government’s commitment to maintaining peace and order in the state while gradually easing restrictions to allow residents to resume their daily activities. He noted that the decision to relax the curfew hours reflects the improved security situation and the efforts of the security agencies in restoring normalcy in Kano. It could be…

THE Kano State Government has stated that the six hours relaxed curfew of 8am to 2pm will continue in the state. The state Commissioner for Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye, disclosed this to News Point Nigeria in tersed messaged late on Sunday, adding that the curfew is now relaxed from 8am to 2pm for the coming days. “Having reviewed the curfew and worried by the situation the people have gotten in as a result of the curfew, His Excellency has directed that the curfew be relaxed now from 8am to 2pm for the coming days,” he said. It could be recalled…

THE Kano State Government has relaxed the curfew imposed on the state following the violence that trailed the #EndBadGovernance protests. The state Commissioner for Information, Baba Dantiye, disclosed to News Point Nigeria in an audio he sent on Saturday, adding that the curfew would be relaxed from 8am to 2pm. “Having reviewed the curfew and worried by the situation the people have gotten in as a result of the curfew, His Excellency has directed that the curfew be relaxed now from 8am, tomorrow Sunday, August 4 to 2 pm respectively,” he said. He reiterated the state government’s commitment to the…

A VIOLENT clash between security operatives and protesters defying a government-imposed curfew has left several people feared dead and many others injured in Kano. The unrest erupted during the ongoing #EndBadGovernance demonstrations in the state. Eyewitnesses reported that at least eight people, including women and children, were shot in the confrontation that occurred in the Rijiyar Lemo area. An elderly woman and three others are confirmed dead, with many others sustaining serious injuries. “At least eight people were shot in our area, including females and children. An elderly woman is now dead alongside three others, while many have sustained serious…

KANO Pillars Football Club has announced the appointment of a former Super Eagles assistant coach, Usman Abd’Allah, as its new Technical Adviser. This newspaper had reported on Friday that barring last-minute changes, the versatile coach would emerge as Kano Pillars’ new coach. The club’s media directorate announced the appointment of Abd’Allah via its official X handle Friday morning. “We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve reached an agreement in principle to appoint Usman Abd’Allah as our new Technical Adviser. Stay tuned for more details on the contract and what’s next for the team,” the post read. This newspaper reports that Abd’Allah…

PROTESTERS have regrouped in Tudun Wada of Nassarawa Local Government Area of Kano State despite the 24-hour curfew imposed by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The governor had relaxed the curfew for five hours to enable Muslim faithful to observe Jumaat. But scores of youth regrouped on the bridge demarcating Tudun Murtala and Tudun Wada wards to protest hardship in the country. Many of them wielded placards while others sang and clapped as they marched on. Our reporter on the spot reports that a young man addressed the gathering before they hit the street.

FORMER Enyimba and Super Eagles assistant coach Usman Abdallah is among the frontrunners to take up the vacant role of Kano Pillars head coach as the former Nigerian champions intensify preparation for the 2024/25 season scheduled to begin on August 31. Abdallah, who has worked as an assistant coach with Kano Pillars before, was among those that were interviewed on Wednesday as Pillars hope to replace Paul Offor. Kano Pillars hired former Sporting Lagos gaffer Offor some weeks ago, but both parties parted ways mutually on Tuesday after a change in the club’s leadership. Chairman of the club, Ali Umar,…

POLICE operatives in Kano have arrested 157 suspects in connection with the destruction of property and looting during the nationwide hardship protest in the state. The Nigeria Police Force revealed this on its verified Facebook page while giving updates on the protest across the country. The update from Kano stated that at 10:00am Thursday, groups of hoodlums, under the guise of participating in the nationwide protest, launched attacks on several establishments in the state. “These incidents have disrupted public order and safety, necessitating immediate action by the Kano State Police Command. The following incidents were reported: Attacks on supermarkets: several…

ONE person identified as Ismael Ahmad Musa has been killed in Hotoro, Tarauni Local Government Area of Kano State. The victim, a resident of Hotoro Danmarke, was confirmed dead by his brother, Mubarak, on Thursday. It is unclear if he was among the protesters who trooped to the streets. He has since been buried according to Islamic rites. This newspaper also reports that another victim who reportedly sustained serious injuries is battling for his life at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH). He was suspected to also have been hit by a stray bullet. This newspaper also reported that the…

GOVERNOR Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has said the government will not entertain any form of violence during the forthcoming planned protests. Yusuf said this call while addressing business leaders, traditional rulers, and religious leaders at Government House, Kano, on Wednesday. The governor emphasized that, “protests will not take us anywhere. I urge those who wish to exercise their right to protest to refrain from engaging in any behavior that could be exploited by agents of destruction. “We have received credible intelligence that certain disgruntled individuals are recruiting thugs to incite trouble in the state. “I assure you that…

KANO State Government has said the sum of N596 million was spent on provision of furniture, office fittings and other amenities at various ministries, department and agencies by the present administration within first and second quarters of 2024 fiscal year. Besides,  government has directed immediate revalidation of the second quarter of the state budget performance report to reflect the actual releases on the projects. Reacting to media report on the state budget performance, stipulating a sum of N10 billion spent by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on furniture,  spokesperson of the Governor, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa urged the public to disregard the…

THE Kano State Government has announced its intention to settle all outstanding match bonuses owed to players and officials of Kano Pillars in the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The Commissioner of Youths and Sports, Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, made this known in his office when he met with the newly appointed board members and the captain of Pillars, Rabiu ‘Pele’ Ali. The commissioner confirmed that the disbursement of the funds would commence shortly, as the state government had approved the payments. Kwankwaso highlighted the significance of prioritizing players’ welfare, recognizing their crucial role in the team’s success as…

BAYERO University Kano (BUK) security operatives have arrested two individuals posing as lecturers and selling books to unsuspecting first-year students. The arrest was detailed in a special bulletin signed by Acting Registrar Bala G. Abdullahi. According to the bulletin, the two suspects, identified as Mr David Iluebe and Mr Chike E. Eke from Edo and Delta states respectively, entered a lecture hall in the Faculty of Engineering. They falsely introduced themselves as lecturers and presented a set of four textbooks-covering subjects such as English, Statistics, Nigerian People and Culture-as mandatory for students’ Continuous Assessment (C.A.). They reportedly threatened that failure…

IN light of the recent expiration and subsequent dissolution of the previous management board of Kano Pillars Football Club, the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the appointment of a new management team. This decision was announced in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Sunday. The new board members have been carefully selected for their competence and experience and will serve for an interim period of one year, with the potential for renewal based on the team’s performance in the upcoming seasons. The new  board comprised the following: – Ali Muhammad…

KANO State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has officially inaugurated the first round of the 2024 Maternal, Neonatal, and Child Health Week (MNCHW). This was continued in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Friday. In his address, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf emphasized that MNCHW aims to improve health indices through focused preventive and curative interventions that enable mothers and children to thrive and develop. He highlighted that the week-long event provides an opportunity to deliver essential health services to mothers, newborns, and children via the existing health system, reinforcing the free maternal and child…

AS Peoples Democratic Party, PDP has concluded all arrangements to conduct ward, local and states congresses across the country, some party in faithfuls have cautioned Kano Party elders against selection of executives as against conduct of free and fair election directed by the national leaders.           The remark was made on behalf of the party members by Hon Abubakar Hashim (Dan PDP) in an interview with journalists following rumours making round that there will be no more election into the executive offices as  some party leaders have alledgedly prepared the lists of those to be anmounced…

IN a robust effort to combat climate change and enhance urban beautification, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has officially launched a groundbreaking tree planting exercise aimed at planting 3 million trees. In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the campaign underscores the administration’s commitment to addressing the detrimental effects of climate change, soil erosion, land degradation, and desertification, while also boosting agricultural productivity. “The 2024 Tree Planting Campaign is designed to prevent indiscriminate tree felling and mitigate the impacts of climate change. It will protect our soils, enhance our agricultural lands, and combat…

THE Kano State government has revoked lands allotted by the administration of former governor Abdullahi Ganduje, located between Kano State Polytechnic and the Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies. The revocation of the land was announced to journalists yesterday by the commissioner for lands and physical planning, Abduljabbar Umar, who stated that the governor, Abba Yusuf, is empowered by section 28 of the Land Use Act, cap 15 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004, to take that decision. He said the state government had taken over the alternative site, which was also issued to the institution at…