Kano State Governor
Gov Yusuf presents N549.160bn 2025 budget to Kano assembly
The Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has presented a proposed 2025 appropriation budget of N549,160,417,663.00 to the state assembly with a 2024 budget performance of 77 percent. Presenting the budget on Friday at the Chamber of the State Assembly, Governor Yusuf hinted that the capital component of the budget stood at N312,634,912,672.18 billion, […]
Ganduje lambasts Yusuf over court papers theft claim
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, on Thursday, described as ridiculous and unreasonable the insinuation by the Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, that he (Ganduje) hired miscreants masquerading as protesters to break into the state high court and steal some ‘sensitive documents’ relating to his (Ganduje’s) corruption trial. The Yusuf-led […]
Kano gov orders crackdown on groups promoting LGBT rights
The Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has said his government will not tolerate any group suspected to be promoting and advocating for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender rights in the state. The governor’s directive came on the heels of rising tensions over the activities of groups allegedly promoting same-sex marriage in the state. The state […]
EFCC Invites Kwankwaso Over Alleged N2.5bn Pension Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, over allegations of N2.5 billion pension fraud. According to sources, Kwankwaso has been grilled by EFCC interrogators over the alleged misappropriation of pension funds. The investigation stems from a 2023 report by the EFCC’s Abuja Zonal Command, which revealed that […]
Game of Thrones in Kano: Sanusi II Reinstated, Bayero Dethroned Amidst Political Drama
The reinstatement of Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano on Thursday, coupled with the dethronement of Emir Ado Bayero, has triggered a series of dramatic developments, causing anxiety and tension in the state. This unfolding situation, reminiscent of the plot in the Hollywood series Game of Thrones, is marked by political maneuverings […]
Governor Yusuf Orders Arrest of Emir Bayero
Governor Yusuf has directed law enforcement to apprehend the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero. Bayero, returning to Kano under heavy security, made his way to the Emir’s Palace on Saturday. In the meantime, the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi, remains at the palace. Stay tuned for updates.
Kano State Governor Reappoints Muhammadu Sanusi II as Emir of Kano
On Friday, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf reinstated Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano. Sanusi received his letter of reinstatement at the Government House in Kano. The governor stated, “By the powers conferred on me by the Kano Emirate Council Law of 1984 and 2024, and supported by the recommendation of the […]
NNPP kicks as faction suspends Kano gov
The faction of the New Nigeria People’s Party, led by Major Agbo, announced the suspension of Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf for six months on Tuesday, citing his failure to appear before the disciplinary committee to address alleged infractions on the party’s constitution. The suspension was declared by the faction’s National Secretary, Ogini Olaposi, during […]