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14th Emir of Kano set to relocate to Azare

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14th Emir Of Kano Muhammad Sunusi II

 

Abbas Yushau Yusuf

Deposed Kano emir Muhammad Sanusi II has returned to Lagos after a stay in Kaduna state.

The dethroned emir had visited Kaduna where the state governor Nasir El Rufai gave him a rousing reception.

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He also met with several groups and enthusiasts who came to show solidarity with him since his removal in March.

The former Central bank governor left for Lagos at the weekend with plans to relocate to Azare in Bauchi state.

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A source close to him said Azare town being the place where his grandfather Sanusi 1 stayed after his abdication in 1963 is Sanusi‘s next abode.

He told our source that the renovations have reached an advanced stage and the ex monarch will soon relocate to the place.

Another source told this Newspaper that the 14 Emir of Kano wants to conduct a Durbar in Azare but he was advised not to do so because it’s a domain that falls into Katagum Emirate.

If he does that it may infringe on the right of Katagum Emirate and that may mean having double monarchs.

When Muhammad Sunusi II was deposed by Kano State Government on the 9th of March 2020, the state Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje Banished him to Loko in Nassarawa State.

But the Banishment was greeted with condemnation from the civil society and the former Emir’s friends noting that the government of Kano state has trampled on his right.

After his deposition on March 9th which happens on Monday, the Emir spent 4 nights in the villages he was banished to, but his lawyers took the case to an Abuja Federal High Court who declared Muhammad Sunusi’s banishment as illegal and unconstitutional.

He was soon released and went to Lagos state, since March this year the Monarch is living in Lagos until his recent Visit to Kaduna state to assume the role of Chancellor Kaduna State University and Vice-Chairman Kaduna State Investment and Promotion agency.

Immediately after his deposition Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai who is a long term friend of Emir Muhammad Sunusi II appointed him into the two positions

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Kano Governor Nominates Ex- Speaker, Spokesperson as Commissioners

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Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has nominated his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, and a former Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Balarabe Sa’idu Gani, for appointment as commissioners.

The governor has forwarded their names to the Kano State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation.

The Assembly is expected to screen the nominees on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

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In a statement issued on Monday, the Assembly’s spokesperson, Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, said the legislature had received a formal communication from Governor Yusuf requesting the screening of the two nominees.

He added that the exercise would be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Gani served as Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly from 2003 to 2007, while Bature currently serves as the governor’s spokesperson.

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2027: Rep Abubakar Kabir Bichi holds strategic meeting with Kano lawmakers

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The Chairman, House of representatives committee on appropriations Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, has convened a meeting of all APC State Assembly Members and 40 Candidates in the upcoming 2027 General elections, led by the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore.

Crucial issues were discussed on how best to coordinate their campaigns programs to deliver the APC, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in the forthcoming 2027 general elections.

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The meeting was held at his Bichi office, Sunday evening 1st November 2026.

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Waiya’s Removal: Veteran Journalist Urges Yusuf to Appoint Professional as Information Commissioner

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A veteran journalist, Dr. Garba Ubale Danbatta, has commended Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, for removing Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya from his position as Commissioner for Information in the state’s recent cabinet reshuffle.

Danbatta, who has more than 30 years of experience in journalism, made the commendation in a statement issued to the press, arguing that Waiya’s approach to managing the Ministry of Information was more reflective of civil society activism and advocacy than professional journalism.

According to the veteran journalist, the former commissioner’s activities did little to strengthen professional journalism standards and improve the reputation of the media industry in Kano State.

“As someone who has spent over 30 years in the field of journalism, I commend Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his decision to remove the former Commissioner for Information. His approach was not that of a journalist; rather, he operated like an activist, an approach that essentially distorted the profession because it conflicted with the established ethics and standards of journalism,” Danbatta said.

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He further alleged that Waiya’s activities had created a negative perception of Kano State among organisations monitoring media freedom, professional standards and the rights of journalists.

“His actions created a negative perception of Kano State among organisations that monitor the media industry and the rights of journalists. It is truly regrettable,” he added.

Danbatta expressed hope that Governor Yusuf would appoint a suitably qualified and experienced professional to head the Ministry of Information, stressing the importance of appointing someone with a solid background in journalism and a cordial working relationship with media practitioners.

He said the next commissioner should prioritise the development of the media industry, promote professional ethics and work towards restoring the reputation of journalism in Kano State.

The veteran journalist also expressed his readiness to offer professional advice and support to the state government towards improving the media sector.

“If the Governor of Kano State takes this step, we, for our part, are prepared to continue offering our full support and advice to help improve the profession and elevate its standing in Kano State in the eyes of the world,” he stated.

Dr. Garba Ubale Danbatta has over three decades of experience in journalism, having worked with several media organisations in Nigeria and abroad.

His professional career includes service with the Hausa Service of Deutsche Welle (DW) in Bonn, Germany; the Hausa section of Daily Trust newspaper; and as Deputy Editor of Rariya newspaper.

He also served as an editor at Hamada Radio in Abuja and Head of the Hausa Service at Kiss FM, Abuja, before joining Radio Nigeria in a managerial capacity.

Waiya was recently reassigned from the Ministry of Information to the Ministry of Youth as part of Governor Yusuf’s cabinet reshuffle.

 

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