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Kano State Government Condemns Security Blockage of National Tijjaniyya Maulud Venue
The Kano State Government has expressed strong disapproval over the blockage of the venue designated for the National Tijjaniyya Maulud by security agencies. The Honorable Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, addressed the issue during a press conference on January 24, 2025.
Comrade Waiya welcomed the esteemed guests, including members of the Tijjaniyya Sufi Order, who traveled from across Nigeria and beyond to attend the Maulud in Kano State. “We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our esteemed guests from across Nigeria and beyond who have traveled to Kano to attend the National Tijjaniyya Maulud in Kano State, being a historical center of Islamic scholarship and religious harmony,” Waiya stated. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting religious activities that promote peace, unity, and spiritual growth.
The Commissioner expressed great concern over the actions of the security agencies, describing the blockage as unnecessary and unjustified. “It has come to our attention with great concern that security agencies have blocked the venue designated for this highly significant religious event. This action is not only unnecessary but also unjustified, as there has been no report of any security threat in Kano State that would warrant such an extreme measure,” Waiya emphasized. He noted that the Kano State Government had not issued any complaints regarding insecurity and found the presence of security operatives at the venue unwarranted and unacceptable.
Comrade Waiya categorically stated that the National Tijjaniyya Maulud would hold as scheduled on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Kofar Mata Stadium. “I wish to categorically state that the National Tijjaniyya Maulud will hold as scheduled tomorrow, Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 8:00 AM at Kofar Mata Stadium, as earlier planned,” he declared. He stressed that the religious activity, which had been held annually for the last 39 years, would not be obstructed. “Any attempt to obstruct the process of organizing a lawful gathering like this is not only an encroachment on the citizens’ right to lawful assembly but also a fundamental breach of the right to religious practice in Nigeria,” Waiya asserted.
The Commissioner urged the Federal Government to immediately withdraw its security agencies from the venue and allow the event to proceed without hindrance. “We urge the Federal Government to immediately withdraw its security agencies from the venue and allow the event to proceed without hindrance. Kofar Mata Stadium is a property of Kano State Government, and there is no justification for any external force to obstruct a legitimate religious gathering,” he stated.
Comrade Waiya reiterated Kano State’s reputation as a beacon of peace and religious tolerance and affirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring the rights of its people to religious freedom and peaceful assembly. “Kano State has always been a beacon of peace and religious tolerance, and we will not accept any form of intimidation or undue interference in our internal affairs. We remain resolute in ensuring that the rights of our people to religious freedom and peaceful assembly are respected,” Waiya concluded.
The press conference ended with Comrade Waiya urging all guests to remain calm and law-abiding, assuring them that the Maulud would hold successfully. “Once again, I welcome all our guests and urge them to remain calm and law-abiding. The Maulud will hold successfully, In Shaa Allah,” he stated.
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Former Kano LG Chairmen Endorse Tinubu, Reaffirm Loyalty to Ganduje as Kano APC Leader
Former local government chairmen in Kano State who served between 2014 and 2024 under the administration of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term and reaffirmed their loyalty to the immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Ganduje, as the party’s leader in Kano State.
The former Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in the state, Baffa Takai, made this position known during a closed-door meeting with Kano APC stakeholders in Abuja.
The former local government chairmen also expressed their solidarity with APC stakeholders under the leadership of Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, commending their efforts toward promoting unity and progress within the party.
They called on other party members to join hands with them in fostering peace, unity, and progress within the APC.
The group further reaffirmed its commitment to the party’s ideals and principles and pledged to continue working collectively to strengthen the party and ensure its victory in future elections.
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President Tinubu Graces Late President Buhari’s Book Launch
By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa
The family of the late president Buhari, on 15 December, 2025, launched a book entitled “From Soldier to Stateman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari”
The event took place at the presidential villa with dignitaries in attendance include: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Aisha Buhari, the wife of the late president Buhari, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the wife of the president, Dr. Charles Omole, the Author of the book, Adama Borrow, the president of Gambia, Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, and many others.
Speaking at the launch of the biography, Tinubu said Buhari’s legacy of integrity and modesty would continue to inspire Nigerians.
The president described the late president Buhari as a “leader of quiet strength and discipline.”
“President Muhammadu Buhari left behind a reputation for integrity, a spartan lifestyle, and the belief that public office is a trust and not a windfall,” Tinubu said.
He recounted his political journey with Buhari, decorating him as a consistent patriot whose honesty was acknowledged even by critics, adding that their political partnership taught the value of cooperation across differences.
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Prominent Kano Politician Ibrahim Little Sues Danagundi, Ibn Sina Over Hisbah Establishment
A chieftain and leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kano State, Alhaji Ibrahim Ali Amin “Little,” has filed a legal action at the Kano State High Court challenging the establishment of an Independent Hisbah body in the state.
It will be recalled that Little had earlier written to the concerned parties, urging them to suspend the move in the interest of peace and stability in the state. A copy of the letter, addressed to former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, was also sent to the Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf; Baffa Babba Danagundi; Haruna Ibn Sina; and the Department of State Services (DSS).
According to his Executive Assistant and Media Aide, Adnan Mukhtar, Little decided to seek legal redress following what he described as the respondents’ persistence and insistence on proceeding with the establishment of the Independent Hisbah.
“Dissatisfied with their recent actions and continued insistence on moving forward with the establishment process, Little approached the Kano State High Court to seek redress,” Mukhtar said.
Those listed as respondents in the suit include the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, the Kano State House of Assembly, the Attorney General of Kano State, the Kano State Hisbah Board, Baffa Babba Danagundi, and Haruna Ibn Sina.
In an official statement posted on his Facebook page, Little said:
“I have today instructed my lawyers to file an action challenging the establishment of an Independent Hisbah in Kano State. This follows my recent letter to the parties concerned and their insistence on proceeding with the establishment of the Independent Hisbah.
“I believe this move is an attempt to disrupt our peaceful coexistence at a time when the state is facing security challenges.
“The peace of Kano State remains our utmost priority.
Kano Sabuwa, In sha Allahu.”
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Prominent Kano Politician Ibrahim Little Sues Danagundi, Ibn Sina Over Hisbah Establishment
Commissioning of Kano State Online Media Chapel Marks Historic Milestone in Journalism
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Remembering the Late Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Tijjani Hashim — A Legacy of Integrity, Wisdom and Service
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Former Kano LG Chairmen Endorse Tinubu, Reaffirm Loyalty to Ganduje as Kano APC Leader
President Tinubu Graces Late President Buhari’s Book Launch
Prominent Kano Politician Ibrahim Little Sues Danagundi, Ibn Sina Over Hisbah Establishment
Commissioning of Kano State Online Media Chapel Marks Historic Milestone in Journalism
Kano APC in Discombobulation : As Ploys Against DSP Barau Thickens
Remembering the Late Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Tijjani Hashim — A Legacy of Integrity, Wisdom and Service
A Governor on Guard: Gov. Yusuf’s Renewed Resolve to Secure Kano’s Frontline Communities
Nnamdi Kanu Moved to Sokoto Correctional Facility After Life Sentence
Gov. Yusuf’s Bold Education Rescue: 2,000 New Staff Transform Teaching and Security in Kano Schools
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