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Kano South Elders Urge Governor Yusuf to Restore Five Emirates

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KANO, Nigeria – The elders of Kano South have called on Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to restore the five emirates established during the tenure of former Governor Umar Abdullahi Ganduje. Speaking at the Kano Press Centre, Alhaji Musa Salihu addressed the press on behalf of the elders, highlighting the significant progress and development achieved through the creation of these new emirates.

“We stand here today to shed light on the immense progress and development that the upgrade of the new emirates in southern Kano brought about under the visionary leadership of the former Governor Umar Abdullahi Ganduje. This transformative initiative paved the way for urban upgrades and the expansion of critical infrastructure in the capital and surrounding areas of the emirates, heralding a new era of prosperity and growth,” said Salihu.

The new emirates of Gaya, Rano, and Karaye, which evolved as separate chiefdoms with rich historical backgrounds, represented a significant portion of Kano’s population, currently estimated at 15.46 million. Before their establishment, these regions suffered from a lack of tertiary healthcare and educational institutions, stalling human progress and development.

Salihu explained that the administrative control centralized in Kano City hindered progress in the outlying emirates due to marginalization and over-concentration of social amenities and law enforcement resources. The decentralized development efforts aimed to distribute resources more evenly and foster social and economic growth in these regions.

However, the elders criticized the current administration’s decision to amend the emirate law, a move they see as regressive. “The decision to amend the regressive emirate law by the State Assembly members and hastily assented to by the current Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is a significant setback to the progress and development of the emirates. This move not only stripped us of our heritage and potential for growth but also threatened to reverse the positive trajectory that had been set in motion by the previous administration,” Salihu stated.

The elders commended the State Assembly members from Gaya, Takai, Doguwa, and Tudun Wada Local Governments for their support of the emirates’ progress and urged other members to align themselves with this path of development.

“The actions taken by the previous administration, based on extensive consultations and due process, reflect a commitment to the well-being and progress of the emirates. The sudden removal of our respected emirs without just cause or due process is a grave injustice that must be rectified,” Salihu added.

The elders acknowledged the judicial intervention that temporarily halted the legislation and called on the Kano State Government and House of Assembly to uphold the rule of law and restore the emirates as directed by the Federal High Court.

“We express our gratitude to the judiciary and security agencies for their diligence in safeguarding the rights and well-being of the people. It is crucial that we work together to ensure the continued progress and prosperity of the emirates, Kano, and Nigeria as a whole,” Salihu concluded.

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NUJ Visits Ammasco Radio, Advocates for Chapel Establishment

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The Chairman of the Kano State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Sulaiman Abdullahi Dederi, has pledged to strengthen the relationship between the Union and media outlets in the state.

Dederi made the statement during a familiarization visit to Ammasco Radio, where he advocated for the establishment of a chapel to boost productivity. He also assured that all unregistered media houses would be incorporated into the Union, emphasizing the NUJ leadership’s commitment to fostering collaboration and synergy across Kano’s media landscape.

He explained that this move aims to unify the media industry and enable a more organized and coordinated effort in showcasing the Union’s activities through awareness programs. According to Dederi, such collaboration between the Union and media houses will create a strong platform to address important issues and positively impact society.

In response, the Managing Director of Ammasco Radio, Alhaji Ibrahim Mistapha, highlighted the station’s efforts to launch programs that encourage youth and women to participate in skills acquisition initiatives, essential for community development. He stressed that by promoting skill-building and productivity, the station contributes to reducing societal idleness and empowering individuals toward self-sufficiency.

Mistapha also commended the station’s focus on reviving industries in Kano, noting that Ammasco Radio plays a crucial role in advocating for economic growth and development. He added that the station’s proactive approach not only raises awareness but also mobilizes authorities and stakeholders to take action toward industrial resurgence.

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The collaboration between the Kano NUJ and media organizations like Ammasco Radio underscores a shared commitment to enhancing community engagement, promoting skill development, and driving industrial progress. These combined efforts are vital in advancing a more prosperous and empowered society.

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Maulud: Emulate Good Deeds Of Prophet Muhammad, Rep. Abubakar Bichi To Muslims

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From Muhammad Kabir, Kano

The Chairman House of Representatives Committee on Appropriation, Alhaji Abubakar Kabir Abubakar Bichi, has while commemorating with the Muslims on the days of Maulud, asked them to emulate the good deeds of the Prophet of Islam.

Abubakar in a released he Personally signed and issued to Newsmen, in Kano, Monday, said that periods like the days of the birth of the Prophet of Islam are special days that Muslims should persistently prayed and help one another.

He said, the Maulud period is a special days that calls for caregiving, sympathy, support to one another and above all love to your neighbor’s, relatives and the general public.

The Chairman, congratulate the People of Bichi Federal Constituency and the general Kano citizens on the period of Maulud and asked them to persistently pray for a better society they live in.

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Abubakar Kabir Abubakar, said that the prayers of the Bichi and entire Kano People is needed at this period of the Maulud and assured them of Allah’s guidance.

“I congratulate my people of Bichi Federal Constituency and the entire Kano People on the period of Maulud and pray that their lives would greatly improve for the better”.

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Murtala Sule Garo Joins Eid-el-Maulud Celebrations, Calls for Urgent Economic Reforms to Ease Nigeria’s Suffering

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Former deputy governorship candidate in Kano State, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo has joined Muslim faithful in Nigeria to mark the Eid-el-Maulud.

12 Rabi Ul Awwal is the date on which Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was born and it’s celebrated by Muslims across the globe, as Islamic school children read and sing to celebrate his virtues.

Murtala Sule Garo urged all Muslims to use the occasion to reflect on the virtues of Islam as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW), including showing love for one’s neighbour, patience, honesty, empathy, kindness and generosity, etc.

Garo sympathized with Nigeria over the high cost of living in the country.

He said the primary responsibility of every government is the protection of life and property, urging leaders at all levels to come up with urgent interventions to ease the suffering in their states and the country at large.

Garo said, “Economic policies that will ensure material well-being of the poor, vulnerable as well as working people should be the priority of every government.

“Governments must create a favorable economic atmosphere for businesses to thrive. Job creation and employment opportunities for our teeming youth is necessary.

“The issue of almajiri is critical. Intervention that will better their lives and lift them off the street is vital at this moment.

“I urge Muslims to use Maulud gatherings to intensify prayers for stability and economic well-being.”

 

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