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From 3 to 13 PhDs: Kano Agricultural College Soars Under Gwaram’s Leadership
The Provost of the Federal College of Agricultural Produce Technology (FCAPT), Kano, Dr. Muhammad Yushau Gwaram, has disclosed that the institution now has 13 PhD holders among its academic staff a significant leap from when he assumed leadership of the college.
Dr. Gwaram made the revelation during a press briefing held at the college premises in Kano, where he addressed journalists on the milestones achieved by the college under his leadership.
According to the provost, the number of doctorate holders has increased from just three to thirteen through deliberate staff development efforts. “Some of our PhD holders had migrated to Ilorin and other places, but we’ve been able to retain a substantial number. In addition, we now have over 30 lecturers with Master’s degrees, and very soon, more than 20 of them will become PhD holders,” Dr. Gwaram stated.
He further explained that despite not being beneficiaries of TETFund grants, the college has continued to sponsor the academic development of its staff using internally generated resources. “We are using our little funds to train our staff up to PhD level,” he emphasized.
Dr. Gwaram also highlighted academic advancement within the college, noting that during his tenure, the institution had organized two national conferences where scholarly papers were presented. “For over five years, we have consistently reviewed our curriculum to align with modern agricultural practices,” he said.
The provost revealed that the college now offers seven new courses, all fully approved by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), unlike in the past when some courses lacked accreditation. “All the courses we offer now are NBTE-approved. When our students graduate, they do so with not just certificates but practical skills that make them self-employed,” he noted.
He also highlighted the college’s engagement with local communities, especially rural women and students, through food processing projects. “We’re currently processing ‘garin kunu’ and other delicacies. We collaborate with both community members and students to drive agro-based entrepreneurship,” he explained.
In terms of infrastructure, Dr. Gwaram announced that the college has installed a functioning water system, hospital facilities with beds for medical attention, and a tomato processing engine capable of handling up to 1,000 kilograms at once.
“Our tomato packaging and processing technology has reached across Nigeria. We trained 300 people in the South-South, 150 in the South-East, and many more in the South-West on tomato processing,” he added.
The provost also lauded the cordial relationship the college enjoys with the Kano State Government, stating that it has consistently sponsored many students for training at the institution.
Furthermore, Dr. Gwaram emphasized the college’s hands on approach to learning. “We have greenhouses where students are trained practically. The goal is to ensure that our graduates are equipped with employable and entrepreneurial skills,” he concluded.
The Federal College of Agricultural Produce Technology, located in Kano, continues to position itself as a hub for agricultural innovation and skill-based education across Nigeria.
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El-Rufai’s Bail Hearing Adjourned to Wednesday as Security Tightens Around Kaduna Court
By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa
The Federal High Court in Kaduna has adjourned the bail hearing for former Governor Nasir El-Rufai until Wednesday, March 31. Justice Rilwanu scheduled the new date after hearing arguments from both the defense and prosecution.
El-Rufai was arraigned by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on a 10-count charge involving the alleged conversion of public property and money laundering. The former governor pleaded not guilty to all charges.
In a separate case, El-Rufai also appeared before a Kaduna State High Court on charges of abuse of office, fraud, and intent to commit fraud. The ICPC filed charge number KDH/KAD/ICPC/01/26 against him and one other defendant, Amadu Sule, from the Kaduna State Development Agency (LEDA).
According to the News Agency of Nigeria, El-Rufai arrived at the Federal High Court premises at approximately 9:40 a.m. in the company of ICPC officers.
Security was heightened across the Kaduna metropolis ahead of the proceedings. Armed personnel from the police, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Kaduna State Vigilance Service were deployed to strategic locations. Access to the court was restricted to accredited journalists and court officials, though media representatives were barred from entering the courtroom to cover the proceedings.
Counsel for El-Rufai, Abdul Adamu, declined to comment after the session, stating only that the case “has been adjourned till tomorrow.”
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El-Rufai Taken Back To Custody
By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa
The ICPC and DSS operatives, after the court session on Tuesday, 31 March, have taken Mallam Nasir El-Rufai with them to Abuja, a move which has raised questions about the status of his administrative bail.
The journey to Abuja followed his appearance at the Federal High Court, Kaduna, which was scheduled to hear his application for bail. The court adjourned to tomorrow, 1 April 2026, after the prosecution said it had just filed its counter affidavit.
He had been released on administrative bail on Friday following the death of his mother. Sources say that he was granted bail for 14 days. He hosted the fidau prayers for his mother yesterday in Abuja before proceeding to Kaduna for today’s court sessions. The latest development indicates that the bail has been revoked.
Mallam El-Rufai has first appeared this morning at the Kaduna State High Court. The absence of the second defendant stalled the hearing which was then adjourned to 10 April 2026.
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Eight Kano Rep Members Abandon NNPP for APC
By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa
In a dramatic political realignment, eight members of the House of Representatives from Kano State formally defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday.
The mass defection, which signals a significant shift in the political dynamics of Nigeria’s most populous state, was announced during plenary at the Green Chamber. The move represents a major blow to the NNPP, which controls the Kano State Government House, and a substantial boost for the APC as it consolidates its federal influence.
The announcement drew a high-profile audience, underscoring the political weight of the development. Among those present to witness the defection were Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, a prominent figure in the NNPP; Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin; and former Kano governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, who now serves as a national leader of the APC. Their presence highlighted the escalating political contest for control and influence in the state.
Political analysts view the defection as a major realignment ahead of future electoral contests. For the APC, the addition of eight federal lawmakers strengthens its numerical standing in the House and deepens its foothold in a state where the NNPP had mounted a formidable challenge in the 2023 elections.
The lawmakers have yet to publicly detail their reasons for leaving the NNPP, but the coordinated switch points to intensifying factional battles and strategic maneuvering within Kano’s political landscape. The development is expected to further polarize the state’s political environment as both parties position themselves for the next electoral cycle.
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