28 Arrested as Muhuyi Leads Drugs Crackdown

In a decisive operation to clamp down on drug-related criminality and protect communities, the Chairman of the Kano State Multi‑Joint Task Force on Drug Abuse and Other Related Crimes, Muhuyi Magaji, Esq., personally led operations on Friday, 07th August 2026 in Rimin Gado, headquarters of Rimin Gado Local Government Area, and Doka of Tofa Local Government, resulting in the arrest of 28 suspects, the dislodging of five drug joints and the recovery of a variety of illicit substances.

In a statement by the Secretary of the Committee, Dr Ibrahim Garba Muhammad, Muhuyi said the targeted actions were undertaken to demonstrate the Task Force’s impartial enforcement mandate and to send a clear message that no one is above the law. “We are treating every community equally and enforcing the law without bias. Our guiding principle is ‘Kano First,’ and we are determined to ensure a peaceful, prosperous and drug‑free state in line with the vision of His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf,” he stated.

He emphasized that beginning operations in his hometown is deliberate and symbolic. Sanitizing his own community is the first step in a wider campaign that will extend beyond the Kano metropolis to all 44 local government areas. The operation combined kinetic interventions to disrupt criminal activity with coordinated investigative follow‑up; investigations are ongoing and those found culpable will be prosecuted in accordance with the law.

The Task Force is pursuing a balanced approach that pairs enforcement with prevention and recovery. While kinetic measures continue to dismantle illicit networks, non‑kinetic efforts are being intensified through engagement with community leaders, regulatory bodies, health services and educational partners to raise awareness, strengthen supply‑chain controls and expand rehabilitative support for those affected by substance use.

Muhuyi was careful to note that lawful, legitimate businesses are not the target of these efforts; rather, the aim is to protect honest traders and create an environment in which businesses and communities can thrive free from the corrosive effects of drug trafficking and abuse.

Members of the public are urged to support ongoing operations by reporting suspicious activity or information relevant to drug trafficking and abuse. The Kano State Multi‑Joint Task Force on Drug Abuse and Other Related Crimes remains committed to sustaining momentum, upholding professional standards and safeguarding the health and security of all residents across the state.

Gov. Yusuf appreciates Emirs, Ulama, North-West governors for supporting Kano mass wedding

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed appreciation to traditional rulers, Islamic scholars, North-West governors and other dignitaries for their contributions towards the success of the state’s mass wedding programme.

This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday.

Governor Yusuf particularly acknowledged the Chairman of the Council of Emirs and the Emirs of Kano, Rano, Karaye and Gaya for their fatherly guidance, prayers and valuable contributions to the occasion.

He also appreciated the Ulama who travelled from different parts of the country to attend the ceremony, describing their prayers and guidance as important to the success of the programme.

The Governor commended his counterparts in the North-West, including Katsina State Governor Umar Dikko Radda, Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi and Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris, as well as their representatives, for honouring the occasion.

He equally appreciated the leadership and staff of the Kano State Hisbah Board under Commander-General Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa for their dedication and commitment to promoting moral values, peace and the wellbeing of communities.

Governor Yusuf also expressed gratitude to the business community, diplomatic corps, civil society organisations, development partners and other guests who attended or sent goodwill messages.

Gov. Yusuf urges 1,500 newlyweds to uphold patience, justice in marriage

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has urged the 1,500 couples who benefited from the state government’s mass wedding programme to build their homes on patience, justice, mutual respect and understanding.

This was contained in a statement issued by the governors spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday.

The Governor made the call while addressing the newly married couples, reminding them that marriage is an act of ibadah and should therefore be conducted in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

He advised the couples to respect one another, uphold fairness in their homes and ensure peaceful coexistence, while also putting into practice the lessons they received during the pre-marital counselling sessions.

Governor Yusuf prayed for Allah’s blessings upon their marriages and for righteous children who would become beneficial to their families, society and humanity.

Gov. Yusuf provides food support for 1,500 newly married couples

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has pledged to provide food items and other essential commodities to the 1,500 couples who benefited from the state government’s mass wedding programme.

This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday.

Governor Yusuf said the support is aimed at cushioning the hardship the newly married couples may encounter during the early days of their marriages.

He congratulated the couples for beginning a new chapter in their lives, urging them to regard marriage as an act of worship and conduct their matrimonial lives in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

The Governor advised the couples to be patient with one another, uphold justice and fairness, respect each other and live together in peace, harmony and mutual understanding.

He prayed for Allah’s blessings upon their marriages and for righteous children who would be beneficial to their families, society and humanity.

Dala LGA Donates Building as Operational Base to Multi-Joint Task Force

In a show of unified resolve against drug abuse and related crimes, Dala Local Government has donated a local government–owned building to serve temporarily as the operational base for the Multi-Joint Task Force on Drug Abuse and Related Crimes. The donation followed a courtesy visit by Hon. Surajo Maaji, Chairman of Dala Local Government, and the area’s security leadership to the Task Force Chairman, Barr. Muhuyi Magaji.

In a statement signed by the Secretary of the Committee, Dr Ibrahim Garba Muhammad, said leading the delegation of security agencies operating in Dala LGA and other stakeholders, Chairman Surajo Maaji described Barr. Muhuyi’s appointment by the state executive as “the right choice” and welcomed his past appointment as Chairman of the Kano Anti-Corruption Commission. Surajo called the role both a challenge and an opportunity, prayed for Muhuyi’s success, and reiterated Dala Local Government’s firm support, saying the council will “always come first” in backing the Task Force to achieve its mandate. On behalf of the Dala Local Government Council, he formally handed over the building to be used temporarily as the committee’s operational base.

In his remarks, Barr. Muhuyi Magaji expressed appreciation for the visit and the generous gesture by the Dala Local Government Council. He reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to combating drug abuse, associated criminality, and the wave of mindless thuggery known as “Fadan Daba,” as articulated in the executive order issued by His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. 

Muhuyi pledged to pursue the fight “without fear or favor until the menace is defeated,” and promised to work closely with Dala LGA in the Task Force’s operations. He also called on other local government chairmen to join the fight with similar support and commitment.

The donation strengthens collaboration between local government leadership and security agencies as part of a coordinated statewide effort to restore safety, reduce drug-related harm, and dismantle criminal networks that threaten communities across Kano State.

Gov. Yusuf Enforces Traffic Regulations in Kano

…Issues a stern warning on compliance with traffic lights....

....Spends over one hour at Kofar Fanfo Junction to ensure compliance with traffic lights...

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Monday personally supervised traffic compliance at Kofar Fanfo Junction, where he spent over one hour ensuring motorists obeyed traffic light signals.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday.

The Governor was accompanied by the Secretary to the State Government, commissioners, and other senior government officials during the exercise aimed at restoring discipline and order on Kano roads.

Governor Yusuf directed motorists, commercial drivers, tricycle operators, and pedestrians to strictly comply with traffic regulations, stressing that adherence to traffic lights is essential for safeguarding lives and property.

He announced that his administration is set to reposition the Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA) to effectively function as a professional traffic management agency focused on the safety of road users.

The Governor said the agency would be strengthened to improve traffic control, enforce road regulations, and promote a culture of compliance across the state.

Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to creating a safer, more orderly, and efficient transportation system for the benefit of all residents.

The Governor, who expressed displeasure over the recklessness of road users and their non-compliance with the newly installed traffic lights, said such multi-billion naira infrastructure should not be underutilized.

“Traffic offenders should be closely monitored and punished by the relevant authorities to ensure that the equipment is not relegated to merely a city decoration,” Gov. Yusuf warned.

Kano government delegation pays Condolence visit to Sultan over death of Sardaunan Sokoto

A delegation from the Kano State Government has paid a condolence visit to Sokoto State over the death of the Sardaunan Sokoto, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji, on behalf of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday.

The delegation, led by the Deputy Governor of Kano State, H.E. Murtala Sule Garo, in the company of the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim; the Emir of Rano, HRH Muhammad Isa Umar; the State APC Chairman, Hon. Umar Haruna Doguwa; and the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hajiya Aisha Lawan Saji, among other senior government officials, visited the residence of the late Sardaunan Sokoto, where they delivered Governor Yusuf’s condolences to the family.

They were received by the deceased’s first son, Aminu Abubakar Alhaji, who appreciated the governor’s show of sympathy and solidarity.

The delegation also visited the Palace of the Sultan of Sokoto to convey Governor Yusuf’s condolences to His Eminence, Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III.

The Sultan thanked Governor Yusuf for the thoughtful gesture, describing it as a reflection of the unity and enduring brotherhood among the people of Northern Nigeria.

The delegation later proceeded to the Sokoto State Government House, where they were received by the Deputy Governor and the Secretary to the State Government (SSG).

They conveyed Governor Yusuf’s sympathy to the government and people of Sokoto State over the loss.

Governor Yusuf prayed for Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the late Sardaunan Sokoto, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, and comfort his family, the Sultanate Council, and the people of Sokoto.

Gov. Yusuf launches sickle cell centre, distributes 300 digital health monitors

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially launched a Sickle Cell Centre to provide comprehensive care and treatment for people living with sickle cell disease in the state.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesman, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday.

Governor Yusuf also flagged off the symbolic distribution of free maternal and Accident & Emergency commodities, new hospital bed sheets, and 300 customised digital blood pressure monitors at Murtala Muhammed Specialist Hospital.

The governor said the Sickle Cell Centre would offer free diagnosis, counselling, treatment, follow-up care, patient education, health promotion, and specialised management of sickle cell disease under one roof.

He assured patients of his administration’s unwavering commitment to providing adequate medicines and other essential support aimed at improving their health and wellbeing.

Governor Yusuf explained that the decision to procure and distribute 300 customised digital blood pressure monitors to public servants and political appointees followed growing concerns over sudden deaths linked to hypertension, noting that the initiative would encourage regular health checks and promote a healthier workforce.

The governor reaffirmed that the free maternal and Accident & Emergency commodities programme had already saved thousands of lives across the state and pledged to sustain the intervention.

He commended the Commissioner for Health, the management of the Hospital Management Board, healthcare workers, traditional rulers, and development partners for their collective efforts in transforming the state’s healthcare sector.

Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar, described Governor Yusuf as a leader committed to improving the health of Kano residents, noting that healthcare facilities had witnessed remarkable upgrades since the administration came into office.

He disclosed that maternal mortality had dropped significantly under the present administration, from over 1,300 recorded cases in 2023 to about 300 in 2026.

The Executive Secretary of the Hospital Management Board, Dr. Mansur Nagoda, said the governor’s intervention would benefit thousands of residents, adding that the Abba Gida-Gida administration had transformed the health sector to an unprecedented level.

Gov. Yusuf commissions Kano Centre for Disease Control

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commissioned the Kano Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC), located within the premises of the Infectious Disease Hospital (IDH) in Kano Municipality, as part of his administration’s commitment to strengthening public health and disease prevention across the state.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Governor Yusuf said he was delighted to witness the completion of a project whose foundation he personally laid, describing the Centre as a landmark achievement in the administration’s drive to build a resilient and responsive healthcare system.

The Governor expressed confidence that the facility would significantly improve disease surveillance, prevention, diagnosis, and emergency response, while enhancing the state’s capacity to protect residents from emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustained investment in the health sector through the provision of modern infrastructure, advanced medical equipment, and skilled healthcare professionals to ensure better health outcomes for the people of Kano State.

Earlier, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, described the Centre as a major boost to the state’s public health system, noting that it would play a critical role in the prevention, detection, monitoring, and control of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis, cholera, HIV/AIDS, and other infectious diseases.

He explained that the Centre is equipped with modern facilities, advanced technology, and trained personnel to improve early outbreak detection, coordinate emergency responses, and strengthen collaboration with relevant health institutions and development partners.

Dr. Labaran Yusuf commended Governor Yusuf for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to transforming the healthcare sector. He also appreciated development partners whose technical and financial support contributed to the successful completion and equipping of the facility to meet global public health standards.

The Kano Centre for Disease Control is a state-of-the-art public health institution established to strengthen disease surveillance, laboratory diagnosis, emergency preparedness, epidemiological research, and rapid response to disease outbreaks.

The Centre will also serve as the state’s coordinating hub for public health interventions, enhance epidemiological intelligence, and deepen collaboration with national and international partners in preventing and containing infectious diseases across Kano State.

How Kano Digitized Land Turns N50m to N750m Monthly

  - Abba Ka Cika Gwarzo... 

By Abba Anwar 

Land administration, safety and security of land documents are dancing gorgeously to the gallery, as the administration of His Excellency, Executive Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf digitalized and institutionalized land administration and ownership in the last three years.

Study tour to Kano Geographic Information System (KANGIS), by states like Abia, Kaduna, Jigawa, Adamawa, among others is a clear testimony that Kano is making headway with excellent innovations in land administration and management. Analog to digital development. 

Before now, KANGIS was a small unit /department under the state Ministry of Land and Physical Planning. But when Governor Yusuf came on board, the agency turned into full-fledged and autonomous agency with the establishment Law. Normal legislative procedures were followed. And now an independent agency. This makes seamless operations possible. With clear mandate and global taste.

Billions of Naira injected in overhauling and modernizing the agency, were recovered within six months of becoming an autonomous agency. With full Information Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure which turned the face of the agency via digital and GIS infrastructures, pave the way for that.

Employing GIS enterprise, that is modernizing land administration, beginning from land application to the level of acquiring Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) has now become a seamless operation. Where slow operation fades away.

For Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) the agency was generating a maximum of Fifty Million Naira (N50m) monthly. With the new Law in place and dedicated leadership, from His Excellency down to the Director General of the agency, Dr Dalhatu Aliyu Sani, and dedicated staff, KANGIS can now boost of generating a maximum of up to Seven Hundred and Fifty Million Naira (N750m) monthly.

Racketeering of land documents by touts and weak minded internal elements, has significantly minimized. A system has now been in place for a land applicant to monitor the movement and progress of his or her application from the comfort of one's room. 

There is an improved manpower, who are always undergoing training and retraining. To cope with the global best practice. With this and the digitalization of the agency, corruption is being reduced to minimal level in the administration and management of land. So also laziness from the part of the staff, unproductive posture, double allocation and insecured process for land ownership are all shelved aside. 

Under the wisdom of His Excellency, the Governor, the agency, KANGIS, works hand in hand with the state ministry for land and physical planning. Unlike in some other states, where such agencies wall out ministries of land. Not only maintaining the two institutions, in Kano, both the agency and the ministry work harmoniously in rancour-free atmosphere. 

Though land ministry is the mother ministry, but rivalry between them is significantly at the lowest level. It may interest one to know that all payments of the ministry are paid through KANGIS. 

The Director General of KANGIS Dr Sani is a renown scholar of geographic information system of global repute, who was invited by Governor Yusuf from far away Turkey, to come and serve his state. Without hesitation, Dr Sani responded positively to His Excellency's request. Here he is, Dr Sani brought many strategies and innovations to KANGIS. The political will of the Governor helps much in this development. That has eluded the agency since its creation in 2012.

Understanding the genuine political will and commitment of the Governor towards the spirit development of the agency, the good working relationship between all the political appointees and staff of the agency and the mother ministry, is strengthening day in day out. They all understand what team work is to the development of the state. 

Ranging from the Commissioner for Land and Physical Planning, Abudujjabar Muhammad Umar, Adviser to the Governor on Land Matters, Hadiza Gadanya, Director General of KANGIS, Dr Dalhatu Aliyu Sani, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Land Matters, Alhaji Ahmad down to the Senior Special Reporter Nanu Kankarofi, all believe and understand what team work is and what Governor Yusuf wants in reshaping land administration, control and ownership in the state. Kudos to them all. 

Another important picture of Governor's genuine love for a new Kano is his non-interference in KANGIS's operations and technical decisions. Being an autonomous with competent hand as the Director General, Governor Yusuf believes he puts a square peg in a square hole. At KANGIS and the mother ministry, modernization with global touch is quite visible. It was this visibility, I guessed, that prompted other states to come to Kano and start shopping for ingenious land administration.

I can still remember vividly clear, when the immediate past Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Ahmad Dangiwa visited KANGIS sometime back, he informed the DG that when he returned back to Abuja, he would inform President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to kindly urge other states of the federation to come to Kano and visit KANGIS for them to replicate Kano model of land administration. I don't know if that really happened. 

With the full operation and commitment of KANGIS and Land Ministry, Kano Master Plan of over 30 years is now being undusted and ready to be revisited word by word. This is possible as a result of Governor Yusuf's political will and commitment. 

Anwar writes from Kano 

Monday, 3rd August, 2026