Kano News
Kano South Elders Urge Governor Yusuf to Restore Five Emirates
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.
Kano News
Kano State Housing Corporation MD Commends FRSC for Efforts in Reducing Road Accidents
Kano State Housing Corporation MD Commends FRSC for Efforts in Reducing Road Accidents
The Managing Director of the Kano State Housing Corporation, Alhaji Abdullahi Rabi’u, has applauded the efforts of the Kano office of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) for its strides towards public sensitisation in minimizing road accidents.
The Managing Director made the remark when the Kano State sector commander of the FRSC, Alhaji Umar Mas’ud Matazu, paid him a visit.
He maintained that the work of the Federal Road Safety Commission is a humanitarian service as it deals with saving lives and appreciated the way they render their services, especially with regards to road accidents and clearing traffic congestion.
He then advised the sector commander to intensify efforts on public enlightenment to make the general public understand the importance of obeying driving rules and regulations.
Regarding the lingering issue of the Kano command office at Bandirawo estate, the managing director pledged to immediately address the issue.
Earlier, the Kano State sector commander of the FRSC, Alhaji Umar Mas’ud Matazu, revealed that his visit was part of his familiarisation tour to stakeholder agencies to seek their support and cooperation for optimum and better operation.
The sector commander noted the long-existing cordial relationship between the Housing Corporation and the Kano office of the FRSC and called for the renewal of the relationship. He revealed that plans are underway by the command to open offices across the geopolitical zones of the state to enhance their operations.
He further disclosed that the command would soon embark on an enlightenment campaign involving various stakeholders, including traditional rulers, the National Association of Road Transport Owners, NDLEA, KAROTA, and motorists, on the dangers of reckless driving and violation of its rules.
The sector commander commended the Kano State Government under the leadership of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for being very supportive to the command and pledged to work hand-in-hand with any organisation that would improve their services.
He later appealed to the Managing Director for an allocation of an official residence for the state sector commander of the commission.
Kano News
YPP Chairman Commends Kano Governor for Intervening in Two Remote Villages
The Chairman of the Young Progressives Party in Kano, Barrister SS Umar, has commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for intervening in two remote villages, Danshayi in Rimin Gado Local Government and Gishiri Wuya in Warawa Local Government Area, due to the lack of schools and roads in the area.
The YPP Chairman made the commendation while addressing newsmen in Kano.
He said, “I learned that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf heard the plight of the two communities over Arewa Radio regarding the lack of schools and good roads. The governor’s prompt intervention was timely.”
When the governor heard the information, he immediately dispatched the state commissioner of education to assess the place, which is a commendable initiative.
Barrister SS Umar added that the allocation of 31 percent to education for the 2025 fiscal year is a welcome development.
Kano News
Sarkin Shanono Confers Traditional Title of Giwar Shanono to Dr. Amina A. Sadiq
The Sarkin Shanono in Kano North, Northwestern Nigeria, has conferred the title of Giwar Shanono to Dr. Amina Al Sadiq, a philanthropist and founder of the non-governmental organization Captain Guidance and Counseling Foundation (CGC’p).
The ceremony, which took place at Shanono town in the palace of Sarkin Shanono on Friday, was attended by dignitaries from many parts of Kano State, including Dr. Amina’s friends, on Friday, November 9, 2024.
Apart from heading the foundation, Dr. Amina is a veteran journalist and a university lecturer, which enables her to offer philanthropic gestures.
Sarkin Shanono said Dr. Amina was chosen due to her diligence and steadfastness in doing what she stood for, especially doing good for society.
In her remarks, Dr. Amina thanked Sarkin Shanono for the gesture and vowed to continue doing her best in serving humanity.
Part of her engagement is public enlightenment for people across the world related to their lives. This includes marriage counseling, lifestyle advice, community projects, public enlightenment programs, catering services programs, personal hygiene counseling, and interior decoration ideas.**
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