Tag: Kano

Kano: Bandits abduct woman after instant payment of ₦8m ransom

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Kano bandits abduction

Suspected bandits have abducted a young woman, Zainab Auwalu, during a midnight raid on Garo, a town in the Kabo local government area of Kano State, despite receiving an immediate ransom payment of ₦8 million from her family. She was said to have just completed secondary school. The incident which reportedly occurred at around 1:30 a.m. yesterday, caused panic in the community. According to residents, the assailants, numbering about ten, arrived on motorcycles armed with sophisticated weapons. Their target was the residence of Alhaji Auwalu, a local businessman and father…

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‘Terrorists planning to attack public gatherings in Kano’, says Police 

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Kano terrorism alert

The Kano State Police Command has alerted residents to intelligence reports of a suspected plan by terrorists to target public gatherings in strategic locations across the State. A statement issued by the Police Command’s spokesperson, Abdullahi Kiyawa, asked residents to exercise caution and avoid crowded areas until further notice, in order to enable security agencies identify and neutralise potential threats. The statement read in part: “Kano State Police Command, in liaison with other security agencies, has received intelligence reports of suspected terrorists planning to launch attacks on public gatherings in strategic…

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Bird Flu: FG confirms outbreak in Kano; urges caution

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FG confirms bird flu

The Federal Government yesterday confirmed an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in Kano State. The disease has affected various bird species, including layers, ducks, guinea fowls, and turkeys. In an issued circular signed by Dr. Taiwo Olasoju on behalf of the Chief Veterinary Officer of Nigeria, authorities raised concerns over the heightened risk of the disease spreading, particularly during this period. The circular called on relevant agencies and state veterinary offices to activate surveillance systems to curb the spread of the virus, stressing the…

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Kano State government hails Appeal Court verdict, urges compliance

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Kano State government

Kano State government has expressed satisfaction with the Appeal Court’s verdict in the Kano emirate case, which upheld the State government’s actions regarding chieftaincy appointments and reforms. In a press conference yesterday, Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi, stated that the ruling reinforces the State’s authority over chieftaincy affairs and clarifies the jurisdiction of the courts in such matters.  Recall that the Appeal Court overturned a previous Federal High Court decisions that invalidated the State’s actions, including the reappointment of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir…

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‘Upright’ policeman, who Buhari honoured for rejecting $200,000 bribe, converts to Islam

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Upright’ policeman

The policeman, Assistant Commissioner of Police, (ACP) Daniel Amah, renowned for rejecting a $200,000 bribe, has embraced Islam, in a ceremony held at the palace of the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II. During the private event, which was held on Tuesday, Amah was formally welcomed into the faith. He adopted Muhammad as his new name. Speaking in Hausa, the Emir urged Amah to seek Islamic knowledge and diligently observe the five pillars of Islam: belief in Allah, the five daily prayers, fasting during Ramadan, pilgrimage to Mecca, and Zakat,…

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Kano: Govt. directs landowners to renew C-of-Os by January

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Govt. directs landowners

Kano State government has issued a stern directive requiring all landowners in the State to renew their Certificates of Occupancy (C-of-O) by January 31, 2025, or face the potential revocation of their titles. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Land and Physical Planning, AbdulJabbar Umar, during a briefing with newsmen yesterday. “The deadline for renewing or registering land titles is fast approaching. By the expiration of the deadline on January 31, 2025, all current Certificates of Occupancy will be rendered invalid”, Umar stated. He reminded all landowners, from…

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2027: APC disowns group promoting Jonathan’s campaign posters

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Jonathan posters

The All-Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday disassociated itself from a splinter group, Team New Nigeria (TNN), following the group’s placement of campaign posters for former President Goodluck Jonathan in Kano. The posters, which featured slogans such as: “Team New Nigeria 2027; The Goodluck Nigeria Needs—Dr. Goodluck Jonathan”, sparked discussions about Jonathan’s potential return to politics in 2027. However, the APC clarified that neither the group nor its members had any ties to the party. Recall that the TNN had recently declared plans to establish a new political party to “rescue…

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Just In! DSS, Police take over Kano Emir’s palace

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The Kano Emir’s Palace, ?ofar Kudu, is under heavy security, as armed police and State Security Service (SSS) operatives block entry and exit. According to reports, Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II is reportedly scheduled to accompany the newly-appointed Wamban Kano, to his assigned post in Bichi Local Government Area. However, the Emir was barred from attending the royal ceremony. The palace in Bichi is also surrounded by armed officers. Unverified reports revealed that Emir Sanusi was also expected to speak on tax reform bills during an engagement with economists. Details to…

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Shettima, Obasanjo, Atiku, others grace Kwankwaso’s daughter’s wedding in Kano

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Vice-President Kashim Shettima and other dignitaries yesterday attended the wedding Fatiha of Sen. Rabi’u Kwankwaso’s daughter, Dr. A’isha Kwankwaso, and her groom, Fahad ?ahiru-Mangal. Also in attendance were former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, Gov. Dikko Ra??a, of Katsina State, and Sen. Adamu Aliero. Others include the Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar; the Minister of Steel, Prince Shu’aibu Abubakar; former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki; former National Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Adamu Mu’azu. Also in attendance were the former Gov. Ahmed Makarfi, of Kaduna State, Mahmud…

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Kano Electoral Commission issues Certificates of Return to new LG chairmen

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Kano Electoral Commission

The Kano Independent Electoral Commission, (KANSIEC) has issued Certificates of Return to the newly elected 44 Local Government Chairmen across the State. The certificates were issued by the Commission’s Chairman, Prof. Sani Malumfashi, yesterday. Malumfashi noted that the commission has the mandate to issue the certificates and urged the newly elected LG chairmen and councillors to discharge their duties effectively. While issuing the certificates, he said, “The Commission has the mandate to do that. They are now charged with the responsibility of attending to the official needs of their respective…

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