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

Kosan Waka Passes on as Gov. Yusuf condoles family

The Kano State Government has announced with profound sadness the passing of renowned political singer, Muhammadu Buhari, popularly known as Kosan Waka, who died on Sunday at the age of 47.

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

According to the family, Muhammadu Buhari Kosan Waka died on Sunday at the age of 47 and will be laid to rest in Tsanni village, Batagarawa LGA, Katsina by 5pm today.

Governor Yusuf has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, particularly his mother, as well as his friends, associates, admirers and the entire people of Kano State. 

The Governor described the late Kosan Waka as a Kano based patriotic son of Katsina whose music transcended politics and served as a powerful tool for promoting unity, culture and public enlightenment. 

He prayed to Almighty Allah (SWT) to forgive his shortcomings, expand his grave, admit him into Aljannatul Firdaus and grant his family the strength to bear the irreparable loss.

The late Kosan Waka was one of Kano’s most celebrated political singers, whose talent, creativity and captivating performances earned him admiration across the country. 

His contributions to the growth of political communication and Hausa entertainment will remain indelible.

The Kano State Governor joins the the entertainment industry and millions of admirers across Nigeria in mourning this painful loss and prays that Allah (SWT) grants the deceased eternal rest.

IHRC-RFT Nigeria Expresses Concern Over the Increasing Cross-Border Movement of Pastoralists and Their Livestock

The International Human Rights Commission – Relief Fund Trust (IHRC-RFT) Nigeria Chapter, an organization with Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC), expresses deep concern over the growing movement of thousands of Nigerian pastoralists and millions of their livestock to neighbouring countries in search of grazing land, water, security, and peaceful livelihoods.

According to the Country Director of the Commission, Amb Abdullahi Bakoji Adamu, Following consultations and fact-finding engagements conducted by IHRC-RFT with pastoralist communities across different parts of Nigeria, many respondents stated that they are not leaving the country voluntarily. They attributed their migration to the shortage of grazing reserves and stock routes, insecurity, attacks by armed criminal groups and kidnappers, cattle rustling, harassment by some authorities and communities, and the increasing tendency to associate the entire pastoralist community with the crimes committed by a small number of individuals.

IHRC-RFT Nigeria is also concerned about the widespread stereotyping of the Fulani community as criminals because of the actions of a few offenders. The Fulani are one of Nigeria's largest ethnic communities, numbering in the millions, and they are themselves among the primary victims of armed violence, including killings, kidnappings, cattle rustling, and the destruction of their livelihoods. Holding an entire community responsible for the crimes of a few is unjust and only fuels discrimination, mistrust, and social division.

IHRC-RFT Nigeria therefore calls on the Federal Government and State Governments to take urgent measures to improve security, protect the rights of every Nigerian without discrimination, restore and preserve the legally recognized grazing reserves and stock routes that pastoralists have relied upon for generations, and strengthen peaceful coexistence among communities. We further caution that the continued migration of pastoralists and their livestock could have serious consequences for Nigeria's economy, particularly the livestock sector, meat and dairy production, and national food security.

This appeal is consistent with Article 13 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), which guarantees freedom of movement, as well as Sections 41 and 42 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), which guarantee every citizen's right to freedom of movement and residence throughout Nigeria and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, origin, or other status.

IHRC-RFT Nigeria remains committed to working with government institutions, communities, and other stakeholders to promote human rights, peaceful coexistence, and sustainable solutions to the challenges affecting pastoralists and all Nigerians.

Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria States Position on Proposed State Police

The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria (SCSN) has been closely monitoring the ongoing national discourse and legislative efforts aimed at establishing State Police in Nigeria. Recognising the significance of this issue to the country's future, the Council considers it both a patriotic responsibility and a moral obligation to present its position in the interest of justice, national unity and sustainable peace.

In a statement signed by the Secretary of the Council, Nafi'u Buba Ahmad, said Nigeria is currently facing one of the most serious security challenges in its history. Thousands of innocent citizens have lost their lives, millions have been displaced, agricultural production and economic activities have been severely disrupted, while many communities continue to live under the shadow of fear and insecurity.

 Islam places the protection of life, property and human dignity among the highest objectives of governance, making it incumbent upon those in authority to discharge their responsibilities with justice, sincerity and accountability before Allah (SWT) and the Nigerian people.

While acknowledging every sincere initiative aimed at improving security, the Council believes that the establishment of State Police should not be regarded as an automatic or immediate solution to the nation's security problems. In the Council's view, the weaknesses within Nigeria's current security system are largely attributable to inadequate funding, corruption, shortage of personnel, poor welfare, weak intelligence gathering, obsolete equipment and ineffective coordination among security agencies.

These fundamental challenges, the Council notes, will not simply disappear through the decentralisation of policing powers.

 

t therefore advocates comprehensive reforms of existing security institutions by prioritising improved funding, recruitment of qualified personnel, deployment of modern technology, enhanced intelligence capabilities, strengthened border security, greater accountability and professionalism.

The Council also expresses concern over what appears to be the hurried approach to constitutional amendments relating to the proposed State Police. It stresses that any alteration to the nation's security architecture must be preceded by extensive national consultations, transparent public hearings and broad consensus among all segments of society.

Consequently, the Council is disappointed that the National Assembly's handling of the matter has been widely perceived as lacking sufficient openness, inclusiveness and meaningful public engagement. It, however, commends those legislators who insisted on due process, wider consultation and the protection of the national interest, describing their position as a reflection of genuine democratic representation.

Furthermore, the Council warns against the possibility of State Police being used as instruments of political intimidation, oppression or discrimination. Given Nigeria's complex ethnic, religious and political diversity, every citizen must be guaranteed equal protection under the Constitution.

Accordingly, the Council insists that before any State Police structure is established, there must be strong constitutional safeguards, independent oversight bodies, transparent and merit-based recruitment, professional training standards, effective complaint and disciplinary mechanisms, judicial and legislative oversight, sustainable funding and firm protections against abuse of power.

 Without these essential safeguards, the proposed reform risks creating new challenges instead of addressing existing ones.

The Council therefore calls on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the leadership of the National Assembly, state governments and all relevant stakeholders to ensure that genuine nationwide consultations are conducted and that the legitimate concerns of Nigerians are adequately addressed before any final decision is taken.

Finally, the Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria prays that Almighty Allah (SWT) grants the nation's leaders wisdom, sincerity and courage to take decisions that will uphold justice, strengthen national unity and restore lasting peace and security across the country.

Kano Special Task Force on Drug Abuse Conducts Joint Show of Force, Arrests 13 Suspects

 In furtherance of the Kano State Government’s unwavering commitment to combating drug abuse, illicit trafficking and other forms of criminality, the Special Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Friday, 31st July 2026 successfully conducted a Joint Patrol and Show of Force Operation across strategic locations within the Kano Metropolitan area.

According to the Director Public Enlightenment of KSNWC, Yusuf Abubakar Ibrahim the operation, which commenced immediately after a strategic briefing by the Chairman of the Committee, Barrister Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado, brought together key security and law enforcement agencies in a coordinated effort to reinforce public safety and strengthen security across the State.

While addressing the participating personnel before the commencement of the exercise, the Chairman charged all security operatives to exhibit the highest standards of professionalism, discipline and dedication throughout the operation. 

He reiterated the resolve of the Kano State Government under the leadership of His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, to rid the State of drug-related crimes and ensure a peaceful, secure and crime-free society for all residents.

The joint operation involved over 200 personnel drawn from the Nigeria Police Force, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kano State Security Neighbourhood Watch Corps (KSNWC), Kano State Anti-Phone Snatching Committee (KOSSAP), Vigilante Groups and other collaborating security agencies.

The operation was led by the Commander, Anti-Daba Squad, Superintendent of Police B.M. Gwadabe. Also participating were the Deputy Commander General of the Kano State Security Neighbourhood Watch Corps, Major Abubakar (Rtd), the Director of Operations of the Corps, Habibu Balarabe Madigawa, alongside other officers and personnel from the participating security agencies.

During the operation, the security personnel conducted intensive patrols and a show of force through identified crime-prone areas and known flashpoints, including Kofar Nassarawa/Railway Axis, Filin Mahaha, Makabarta, Kwanar Goda, Mandawari, Dan Agundi, Jakara, Gadon Kaya, Gwale and several other strategic locations within the Kano metropolis.

The exercise was designed to enhance inter-agency collaboration, deter criminal activities, disrupt the operations of drug dealers and illicit traffickers and reassure law-abiding residents of the continuous presence and preparedness of security agencies to protect lives and property.

As a result of the operation, thirteen (13) suspects were arrested at different locations for various suspected offences. The suspects have since been handed over to the Anti-Daba authorities for thorough investigation and further legal action in accordance with the law.

The operation was completed successfully without any security breach or untoward incident, while Personnel from all participating agencies demonstrated exemplary discipline, professionalism and operational synergy throughout the exercise, further underscoring the effectiveness of sustained inter-agency cooperation in addressing security challenges.

The Kano State Security Neighbourhood Watch Corps commends the leadership of the Special Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, all participating security agencies and the good people of Kano State for their continued support and cooperation in the collective effort to safeguard the State.

The Corps wishes to reassure members of the public that it will continue to work closely with sister security agencies in support of the vision of the Kano State Government to eliminate drug abuse, curb illicit trafficking, combat youth-related violence and sustain peace, security and public order across the State.

Chairman of Special Task Force Strengthens Partnership with Anti-Drug NGOs

The Chairman of the Special Task Force Committee on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Barr. Muhuyi Magaji Rimin Gado, has reaffirmed the Committee's commitment to deepening collaboration with civil society organizations in the ongoing campaign against drug abuse and illicit trafficking.

In a statement signed by the Media and Publicity Unit of the Committee, Rimin Gado gave the assurance while receiving a delegation from the Coalition of NGOs Against Drug Abuse (CONADA), led by the League for Societal Protection Against Drug Abuse (LESPADA), during a courtesy visit.

The meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to discuss strategies for enhancing cooperation in tackling the growing challenges of drug abuse, illicit drug trafficking, and other related social vices affecting communities.

The discussions underscored the need for sustained public enlightenment, preventive measures, youth-focused advocacy, community participation, and stronger institutional partnerships to curb the increasing prevalence of drug abuse, particularly among young people.

The Chairman commended CONADA and its member organizations for their dedication to promoting a drug-free society and acknowledged the critical role of non-governmental organizations in complementing government efforts.

He reiterated the Special Task Force Committee's readiness to work closely with NGOs, relevant government institutions, community leaders, and other stakeholders to implement effective and sustainable measures aimed at protecting society from the devastating effects of drug abuse.