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Governor Yusuf Commends Tinubu, DSS at Northwest Security Conference in Kano

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Abbas Yushau Yusuf

 

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) for what he described as their sustained commitment to improving security across the Northwest and Nigeria as a whole.

 

The governor gave the commendation on Thursday while declaring open the Northwest State Directors of Security Services Zonal Conference held in Kano.

 

Addressing delegates drawn from Katsina, Jigawa, Kaduna, Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara states, Governor Yusuf described the conference as a critical platform for security stakeholders to exchange ideas, share operational experiences and strengthen coordinated responses to emerging threats in the region.

 

He noted that Kano, being the most populous and cosmopolitan state in the Northwest, places high priority on security and peaceful coexistence, stressing that insecurity in neighboring states inevitably affects Kano.

 

“Kano has always placed the highest priority on security. Challenges faced by our sister states inevitably affect us as well because criminal activities cannot be confined by borders,” the governor said.

 

Governor Yusuf cited the recent kidnapping of the Secretary of Kibiya Local Government Area, Alhaji Hamza Musa Durba, as an example of the growing security concerns confronting the region. He disclosed that through intelligence-led operations by security agencies, the victim was rescued and the suspects arrested on March 26, 2026.

 

He praised the DSS and other intelligence agencies for their prompt response and professionalism, saying their efforts deserved “absolute commendation.”

 

The governor also acknowledged the support of the Federal Government under President Tinubu, noting that the administration’s determination to secure lives and property has strengthened collective efforts against criminality.

 

According to him, Kano State has invested significantly in upgrading security infrastructure and logistics for security agencies, including equipment earlier procured for the DSS.

 

Governor Yusuf said the state remains relatively peaceful despite several security challenges confronting the Northwest, including banditry, farmers-herders conflicts, cyberbullying, cyberstalking and the activities of street miscreants.

 

“I must commend the Kano State Command of the DSS for its proactive role in containing these threats and for working closely with sister security agencies to safeguard our people,” he added.

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The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to providing an enabling environment and logistical support for security agencies to effectively discharge their responsibilities.

 

“As I formally declare this conference open, I trust that your deliberations will yield fresh ideas and practical solutions that will promote peace and socio-economic development across the region,” he said.

 

Earlier in his remarks, the Kano State Director of the DSS, Hussaini Abubakar, said the zonal conference was convened to address security issues peculiar to the Northwest region and to strengthen collaboration among security agencies.

 

According to him, the meeting aligns with the vision of the DSS leadership to respond promptly to emerging threats across the region.

 

He identified major security concerns facing the Northwest as banditry, cyberbullying, illegal mining, sabotage of critical national assets and campaigns capable of threatening national cohesion.

 

Abubakar said the DSS has continued to engage in tactical operations to counter these threats and expressed appreciation to the Director-General of the DSS and the Kano State Government for supporting the conference.

 

Also speaking, the Kano State Commissioner of Police, Adamu Bakori, who was represented by Deputy Commissioner of Police Lawal Mani, said the Northwest continues to face serious security challenges, including kidnapping and violent crimes that require seamless inter-agency cooperation.

 

He revealed that Kano had recently witnessed infiltration attempts by bandits operating along the Kano-Kaduna-Katsina border corridors but noted that the cordial working relationship between the police, DSS and other security agencies had contributed significantly to the peace currently enjoyed in the state.

 

In his remarks, the representative of the Kano Brigade Commander and Chief of Staff, Colonel J.I. Ogwi, emphasized the importance of sustained synergy among security agencies in tackling insecurity.

 

He said collaboration among sister agencies remains indispensable in ongoing efforts to contain criminal activities and maintain stability in the region.

 

Delivering a goodwill message, the Director of Special Services, Kano State Government, retired Major General Muhammad Sani, described the conference as timely given the security challenges confronting the Northwest.

 

He observed that the region, despite its rich human and natural resources, continues to grapple with banditry, kidnapping, communal clashes and urban crime, worsened by poverty, unemployment and climate-related pressures.

 

“True security is more than the absence of violence. It is the presence of order, trust and justice,” he said.

 

According to him, intelligence gathering and ethical information sharing remain critical to achieving lasting peace and stability.

 

The retired military officer urged security agencies to adopt proactive strategies, deepen inter-agency collaboration and build stronger partnerships with local communities.

 

“Your work is often silent, but its impact is profound. The peace of a village, the safety of a market and the freedom of a child to attend school all depend on your vigilance and integrity,” he told participants.

 

He expressed optimism that the conference would produce practical solutions capable of restoring lasting peace across Kano, Kaduna, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, Jigawa and Zamfara states, as well as the entire country.

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2027: I Will continue distributing job offers as i did in the past – Goro

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Former member, representing Fagge federal constituency at the House of Representatives, Aminu Suleiman Goro has pledged to continue distributing job offers the way he did during his past times as lawmaker.

Goro, the candidate of National Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Fagge federal constituency in the 2027 elections, made the pledge in an interview with newsmen in Kano on Wednesday.

According to Goro, who was the Chairman, House Committee on Tertiary Institutions during his time at the green chamber, he had distributed a lot of job offers to the youths in his constituency as part of his drive to human development.

Fondly called “Mai Gonar Offer”, literally means the owner of farm that produces job offers, added that that he would continue provide a lot of job opportunities toll youths at his constituency, as he had already begun exploring ways in that regard.

“As called ” Mai Gonar Offer”, i have already begun exploring hectares of land to cultivate job offers. This is something i am known for.

” I will continue from where i stopped many of those that secured federal jobs through me have attained the level of Director as their respective places of work. We will continue to build more people because that is the ideology of Kwankwasiyya,” Goro stated.

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He expressed gratitude to the leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, reaffirming his loyalty to the former governor of Kano state.

I thank Almighty Allah for giving me another opportunity under the leadership of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. I also appreciate all his associates and supporters for their confidence in me,” he said.

Reacting to rumours that he could betray Kwankwaso if elected into office, the former lawmaker dismissed the claims as baseless, saying he decided to join Kwankwasiyya when its leader lost a government from the defection of governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to the All Progressives Congress, APC.

“That is not true. We supported Kwankwaso even when he was not in government. Our loyalty is not because of political office or power. We joined him because we believe in his leadership and ideology. If it is for political interest, i would have rejoined with Kwankwaso at the inception of administration of governor Abba Kabir Yusuf,” he said.

Goro assured the constituents of Fagge that his political camp would not only revive its past achievements but would also improve on them while defending the interests of the local government, Kano State, and the Kwankwasiyya ideology.

“By the grace of Allah, we will not only restore what we were known for, but we will also improve on it. We will continue to protect the interests of our people and the Kwankwasiyya movement, which is a movement for the common man,” he stated.

According to him, the Kwankwasiyya movement is rooted in Kano’s political history and inspired by the late Aminu Kano, whom he described as the ideological foundation of the movement.

“This ideology was inherited from Kano State. From Kano came leaders like Malam Aminu Kano, and in this generation, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso represents that same political philosophy,” Goro added.

Goro also expressed optimism that the NDC would win elections at all levels in 2027, attributing the success to the party’s ideology and manifesto.

“We are united in Kano and fully committed to supporting Kwankwaso politically. By Allah’s grace, the NDC will form government from top to bottom,” he said.

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Eid Al-Adha Felicitations-Prof Muhammad Abbas

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From Professor Muhammad Adamu Abbas
Director General, Kano State Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC)

To:
His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf
Executive Governor of Kano State and the Good People of Kano State

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh

On this blessed occasion of Eid Al-Adha, I extend my warmest felicitations to Your Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, and to the entire people of Kano State.

Eid Al-Adha reminds us of sacrifice, obedience, and compassion for humanity. As we celebrate, I pray that Allah (SWT) accepts our sacrifices, grants us peace, good health, and strengthens the bonds of unity across Kano State.

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Your Excellency, I commend your unwavering commitment and readiness to support disease prevention, early detection, and rapid response in Kano State. Your leadership has created the enabling environment for public health institutions to thrive and serve the people effectively. The people of Kano are fortunate to have a Governor who places health security and the wellbeing of citizens at the heart of governance.

Under the guidance of the Honorable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, the Kano State Centre for Disease Control, KNCDC, remains fully committed to its mandate. I assure Your Excellency and the good people of Kano State that KNCDC stands ready, with the continued support of Your Excellency and the strategic direction of the Honorable Commissioner, to prevent, detect, and respond promptly to all epidemic-prone diseases in the state.

May this Eid bring joy to every home, healing to the sick, and renewed strength to our collective efforts in building a healthier and safer Kano.

Eid Mubarak!
May Allah bless Kano State and Nigeria with peace, prosperity, and good health.

Signed,
Prof. Muhammad Adamu Abbas
Director General
Kano State Centre for Disease Control, KNCDC

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Atiku Wins ADC Presidential Primaries in Kano

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By Abbas Yushau Yusuf

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emerged victorious in the presidential primaries of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) held in Kano State, securing an overwhelming majority of votes cast across the state’s 484 wards.

Announcing the results in Kano on Tuesday, Dr. John Ayuba, a representative of the ADC national headquarters, declared that Atiku polled 155,995 votes to defeat his closest rivals in the keenly contested exercise.

According to the official figures released at the end of the collation process:

Atiku Abubakar — 155,995 votes

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Rotimi Amaechi — 15,914 votes

Mohammed Hayatu-Deen — 9,994 votes

Dr. Ayuba stated that the primary election was conducted peacefully across all the 484 wards in Kano State, with party officials and delegates participating in the democratic process.

Speaking shortly after the announcement, he said the outcome of the Kano exercise would now be transmitted to the ADC national leadership for final collation and ratification.

“The election was conducted in the 484 wards of Kano State. We are going to forward the results to the national headquarters, and from there we will know who becomes the presidential flagbearer of the party,” he said.

 

The outcome further strengthens Atiku’s influence within the party structure in Kano, one of Nigeria’s most politically significant states with a large voting population.

Political observers say the margin of victory recorded by the former vice president reflects his strong grassroots support and established political network in northern Nigeria ahead of the next general election.

Supporters of Atiku who gathered at the venue of the announcement celebrated the victory, describing it as a sign of confidence in his leadership experience and national appeal.

Meanwhile, party officials urged members to remain united after the exercise and work towards strengthening the ADC ahead of the presidential election.

The ADC national headquarters is expected to compile results from other states before making an official declaration on the party’s presidential candidate.

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