Kano 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 […]
Kano High Court Halts Eviction of Reinstated Emir Sanusi II
Justice Amina Aliyu of the Kano High Court has issued an order preventing the police, Department of State Services, and Nigerian military from evicting Muhammadu Sanusi II, the reinstated Emir of Kano. The emir, along with the four kingmakers of Kano—Madakin Kano Yusuf Nabahani, Makaman Kano Ibrahim Sarki Abdullahi, Sarkin Bai Mansur Adnan, and Sarkin […]
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 […]
Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II Resumes Duties Despite Court Order
Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Fulani Emir of Kano, has resumed his royal duties and received greetings from his subjects, despite a court order prohibiting his reinstatement. Kano State’s joint security agency has stated their commitment to upholding the court’s decision. Emir Sanusi II appeared in the outer palace, where Emirs traditionally meet with their […]
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 […]
Kano Assembly Dissolves Emirate Councils, Grants Governor Sole Authority to Appoint Emirs
The Kano State House of Assembly has dissolved all five emirate councils in the state, granting Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf the sole authority to appoint new Emirs. This decision followed deliberations during a plenary session on Thursday. The Kano State Emirate Council Amendment Bill was considered and passed after its second and third readings that […]
Prominent Nigerian Journalist and Former Lawmaker, Alhaji Sidi Ali, Passes Away
Alhaji Sidi Ali, a seasoned journalist and former legislator during Nigeria’s Second Republic, passed away on Thursday. He was a revered figure within the All Progressives Congress (APC) elders committee in Kano State, contributing significantly to both the political and media landscapes. The somber news was conveyed by former federal lawmaker Senator Shehu Sani via […]
Kano court affirms Ganduje’s suspension
The Kano State High Court issued an ex parte order on Tuesday, restraining Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), from presenting himself as a member of the party. The order also directed Ganduje to refrain from overseeing the activities of the APC National Working Committee (NWC). This ruling came after […]
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 […]