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Gov. Yusuf Meets Kano APC Federal Appointees in Abuja, Reaffirms Support for Tinubu Ahead of 2027

By Nura Ahmad
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…Plan Victory of APC at All Levels in Kano for 2027… Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Sunday hosted federal political appointees from Kano State and other leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Government House Lodge, Asokoro, Abuja. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday. The meeting, held under the Tinubu Renewed Hope Appointees Forum, Kano State Chapter, brought together key APC stakeholders to deliberate on the future of the party in Kano State ahead of the 2027 general elections. The forum unanimously passed a vote of confidence on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in recognition of what it described as his commitment to the development of Kano State and the nation. The stakeholders pledged to mobilise support for President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima to secure a resounding victory in Kano during the 2027 presidential election. The meeting also congratulated Governor Abba Kabi...
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Gov. Yusuf Nominates Garo as Running Mate for 2027 Re-election Bid

By Nura Ahmad
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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially announced the nomination of his deputy, His Excellency Murtala Sule Galadima Garo, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday. Governor Yusuf made the announcement during a strategic meeting with Federal Political Appointees of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held at the Kano Governor’s Lodge in Abuja. The Governor said the decision followed Garo’s outstanding loyalty, commitment, and unwavering passion for the development of Kano State since assuming office as Deputy Governor. He expressed satisfaction with the working relationship between them, noting that Garo had demonstrated competence, dedication, and a strong sense of responsibility in the discharge of his duties. “I have no regrets for choosing Garo as my Deputy in the last few months, and he has proven to be the right choice so far. I want ...
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Governor Yusuf Reaffirms Commitment to Sustaining Education Reforms as UK-Funded PLANE Programme Ends

By Nura Ahmad
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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining the education reforms introduced under the United Kingdom-funded Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE) programme, describing education as the foundation for the state’s future development. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. The Governor’s position was conveyed by the Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Abubakar Haruna Makoda, who represented him at the PLANE Transition Workshop held in Kano on Thursday. Governor Yusuf said his administration would consolidate the gains recorded under the five-year programme by strengthening education planning, improving teacher development, expanding access to quality learning materials, and ensuring that every child has access to quality education. He commended the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), PLANE, Save ...
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Gov. Yusuf Pays Homage to VP Shettima, Congratulates Him on Emergence as Tinubu’s Running Mate

By Nura Ahmad
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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has paid a homage to the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, following his emergence as the running mate to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Saturday. During the visit on Friday night at Aguda House, Presidential Villa, Abuja, Governor Yusuf congratulated the Vice President and rejoiced with him over his nomination, describing it as a recognition of his commitment and service to the nation. The Governor prayed to Allah to grant President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima wisdom, good health and success as they prepare for the 2027 general election. Governor Yusuf was accompanied by the member representing Gwale Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Engr. Garba Diso; APC National Ex-Officio, Hon. Muhammad Jamu Yusuf; and the Kano State Commissioner for Religious Affair...
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Gov. Yusuf Congratulates President Tinubu on Submission of INEC Nomination Form

By Nura Ahmad
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…….Urges Nigerians to Support Second-Term Bid….. Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the successful submission of his nomination form to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 presidential election. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Friday. Governor Yusuf called on Nigerians across political, ethnic and religious divides to support President Tinubu’s bid for a second term in office to sustain the current momentum of development, economic reforms and national progress being witnessed across the country. The Governor made the call shortly after the submission of the President’s INEC nomination form to the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Ladi Kwali Hall of the Abuja Continental Hotel. President Tinubu was represented at the event by his Special Adviser on Political Matters, H...
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From Corruption to Cannabis: As Governor Yusuf Puts Muhiyi, Anti-Graft Czar, in Charge of Kano Drug Crackdown - Abba Anwar

By Nura Ahmad
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Praised by the activities of the former Executive Chairman of Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, Barrister Muhiyi Magaji Rimingado, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf appointed him to lead a high powered Anti-Drug Task Force to dismantle drugs network in the state. Special Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.  From the nature of the appointment and how it was announced, it is evidently clear that the governor is extremely worried about the position of the state in the drug abuse rating.  As Kano tops the list in North West and second to Lagos across the nation. In the zone Kano is rated at 16.0% prevalence with 1,070,000 users. While Zamfara state is rated 13.5%, with 312,000 users. Kebbi state 12.6%, with 286,000 users. As Katsina state has 12.0%, with 481,000 users. For Kaduna state it is 10.0%, with 462,000 users. As Sokoto state records 9.0%, with 230,000 users. And Jigawa state is rated 7.0%, with 211,000 users.  The Kano...
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Gwamnat Jihar Kano Ta Sanar da Hutun Babbar Sallar Ga Dukkan Makarantun Gwamnati da Masu Zaman Kansu

By Nura Ahmad
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Ma’aikatar Ilimi ta Jihar Kano ta sanar da hutun Sallar Idin Kabir ga dukkan makarantun firamare da sakandire na gwamnati da masu zaman kansu a fadin jihar. A cikin wata sanarwa da Daraktan Wayar da Kai na Ma’aikatar, Musbahu Aminu Yakasai ya fitar, an umarci dukkan makarantun kwana da su tafi hutun Sallah daga ranar Asabar, 23 ga Mayu, 2026, sannan su koma makaranta ranar Lahadi, 31 ga Mayu, 2026. Haka kuma, makarantun jeka-ka-dawo za su fara hutun Sallah daga ranar Juma’a, 22 ga Mayu, 2026, sannan su koma makaranta ranar Litinin, 1 ga Yuni, 2026. An shawarci iyaye da masu kula da daliban makarantun kwana da su je su karÉ“i ’ya’yansu a ranar rufe makaranta da aka amince da ita, wato Asabar, 23 ga Mayu, 2026, tare da tabbatar da dawo da su a kan lokaci ranar komawa makaranta. Kwamishinan Ilimi, Gwani Dakta Ali Haruna Abubakar Makoda, ya yi fatan alheri ga dalibai, malamai, iyaye da daukacin al’ummar bangaren ilimi, tare da yi musu fatan gudanar da bukukuwan Sallar Idin Kabir...
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UK-Kano Strengthen Development at High-Level Courtesy Visit

By Nura Ahmad
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His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Tuesday received a delegation from the British High Commission in Nigeria led by Ms. Cynthia Rowe, Head of Development Cooperation, for a courtesy visit aimed at reinforcing longstanding development ties and reviewing ongoing collaboration under the UK-Kano Mutual Accountability Framework.    In her remarks, Ms. Rowe conveyed the appreciation to the government and people of Kano State for the warm reception.    She reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to its strategic partnership with Nigeria and Kano State.    She explained that the UK is undergoing a strategic shift in international development approach, including a gradual reduction in direct funding and a stronger emphasis on leveraging private sector investment, economic growth and multilateral partnership    She highlighted three priority areas guiding future cooperation: economic growth through investment, security and stabilization and s...
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An Open Letter to Former President Goodluck Jonathan - By Saleh Adamu Kwaru

By Nura Ahmad
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Your Excellency, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, In 2015, you etched your name into the annals of history by peacefully handing over power. That singular act was not just a political decision; it was a moral triumph. It was the day Nigeria showed the world that democracy could be stronger than ambition, and you became the face of that courage. Since then, you have walked a path reserved for only the rarest of leaders. You have been celebrated across Africa and beyond as a statesman, a mediator, and a champion of peace. In conflict zones, you have stood as a voice of calm. In fragile democracies, you have been a pillar of guidance. Your name today carries weight not because of the office you once held, but because of the dignity with which you left it. Now, as calls grow louder urging you to return to the battlefield in 2027, we appeal to your heart: do not succumb. Nigeria has changed. The political terrain is no longer what it was in 2015. It is volatile, bitterly divided, an...
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APC Clears Gov. Yusuf for Second Term Bid in Kano ahead of 2027

By Nura Ahmad
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The All Progressives Congress has cleared Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, to contest for a second term in office in the 2027 governorship election. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Friday. The clearance followed the successful screening of Governor Yusuf by the National Working Committee of the APC after submitting his nomination and screening forms. The National Chairman of the party Prof. Nantawe Yilwadda whol led the screening committee at Plateau Governor's l9dge, said party confirmed that Governor Yusuf satisfied all requirements to contest for second term. Following the screening exercise, he was declared, so far as the sole contender for the APC governorship ticket in Kano State ahead of the 2027 election. Speaking governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party for the confidence reposed in him. He reaffirmed his commitment to delivering more di...
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