The Gaya Emirate Council, Kano State, has formally withdrawn the traditional title of Wazirin Gaya previously held by Alhaji Usman Alhaji.

In a letter conveyed to the former titleholder, the Council stated that the withdrawal was necessitated by certain unavoidable circumstances. The decision takes immediate effect.

This is contained in a statement signed by Munzali Muhammad Hausawa, Gaya
Zonal Information Officer and issued to newsmen in Kano on Wednesday.

Announcing the development, the Secretary to the Gaya Emirate Council, Alhaji Bello Halilu, noted that the Council deeply appreciates the contributions and commitment of Alhaji Usman Alhaji during his period of service as Wazirin Gaya.

The statement added that, the Council expressed gratitude for his support to the traditional institution and his efforts in promoting the cultural heritage of the emirate.

This action underscores the Emirate’s commitment to preserving the sanctity, dignity, and integrity of traditional titles in line with established customs and values.

The general public is hereby informed and urged to take note of this development.

Nigerian Tracker reports that Alhaji Usman Alhaji was secretary to Kano state government during the administration of Dr .Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.

He served as secretary to Kano state Government from 2016 to 2023.

He was the  one that announced the deposition of Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II on March 9 2020.

Residents of DanMadanho in Gezawa Local Government Area have called on the state and local governments to urgently rehabilitate the deteriorating road linking their community to Zango, especially with the rainy season approaching.

During a meeting with Gezawa’s Zonal Information Officer, Jamilu Mustapha Yakasai, the community members highlighted the dilapidated state of the road and appealed for immediate government intervention to ease transportation challenges.

However, the community also expressed appreciation for the developmental strides of His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir, especially in the areas of healthcare, education, and other critical sectors.

Part of the dilapidated Road

Speaking on the importance of the road, Alhaji Isah DanMadanho, a respected elder in the area, highlighted its economic significance. He stated that the road connects multiple communities and, once constructed, will greatly boost the economic activities of the area.

Providing further insights, the Chairman of Gezawa Local Government, Alhaji Mukaddas Bala Jogana, said he has been actively following up with the State Ministry of Works under the Commissioner to ensure the commencement of the road project.

He urged the people of the area to remain patient and hopeful, expressing confidence that the DanMadanho road project will soon commence.

He also called on the residents to continue supporting government policies and programmes aimed at uplifting the status of the state.

Apart from the DanMadanho Road, the residents appealed to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to fulfil his earlier promise of completing the Dakata to Rangaza to Bela Road that links DanMadanho town.

They said during the rainy season, the residents cannot easily come to Kano except in hardship.

The Benue State Government has declared Wednesday, June 18, 2025, a public holiday in honour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s scheduled visit to the state.

According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Serumun Deborah Aber, the President is expected to undertake a one-day condolence visit to commiserate with the government and people of Benue over the recent wave of violent attacks that have claimed numerous lives across various communities.

The statement emphasized that the public holiday is intended to allow residents the opportunity to come out en masse and give the President a warm and respectful reception.

This visit is of great symbolic and emotional significance,” the statement noted. “It offers the people of Benue the chance to hear directly from the President and receive assurances of support from the federal government in the wake of the tragic incidents.”

However, the government clarified that the public holiday does not apply to workers in essential services such as healthcare, security, and banking, who are expected to remain on duty to maintain critical services.