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APC Arewa Youths Merger Group Gives Journalist Ja’afar Ja’afar 24 Hours to Apologize to DSP Barau I Jibrin
The APC Arewa Youths Merger Group has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to journalist Ja’afar Ja’afar, demanding an apology to the Deputy Senate President of Nigeria, Senator Barau I Jibrin, or face legal action. The group condemned Ja’afar for his remarks alleging that all the problems in Kano State are orchestrated by Senator Barau I Jibrin, while exonerating former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
In a communique issued to journalists after an emergency meeting held by the group’s executives, the APC Arewa Youths Merger Group accused Ja’afar of attempting to discredit Senator Barau I Jibrin and divide APC members. They claimed that Ja’afar has a history of discrediting prominent figures in Kano, particularly those affiliated with the APC.
The group highlighted that Ja’afar had previously released a video involving dollar transactions to discredit former Governor Ganduje, which led to criticism of Kano in the North. They alleged that Ja’afar is being used as a journalist to defame elders in Kano State, violating the principles of journalism.
Zaitawa, a member of the group, stated that even the current Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has not escaped Ja’afar’s fabrications. “If it were not for our respect for journalism, we would have taken legal action against him already,” Zaitawa said.
Hon Musa Mujahid accused Ja’afar of using his position as a journalist to defame the profession and insult elders. He claimed that Ja’afar accepted a contract to defame DSP Barau I Jibrin and spread lies about him.
Mujahid challenged Ja’afar for not addressing critical issues such as the lack of education in Kano, which UNICEF reported as having a low literacy rate due to government negligence. Instead, Mujahid accused Ja’afar of fabricating lies and blaming Barau I Jibrin for every dispute in Kano.
Zaitawa further alleged that Ja’afar had previously lied about food distribution issues and the tax bill, which were later approved by the Kano governor. He questioned why Ja’afar did not speak out about the shortcomings of the Kano State government and the dishonesty of its officials.
The APC Arewa Youths Merger Group warned Ja’afar that the youth of the APC in the North would not tolerate his defamation of their leaders. They demanded that Ja’afar retract his statement and apologize to Barau I Jibrin within 24 hours or face legal action in court.
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Kano State Launches 2025 Ramadan Feeding Programme
On the 2nd of March 2025, which coincided with the 2nd of Ramadan 1446, , The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, officially launched the 2025 Ramadan Feeding Programme in the state capital. The ceremony took place at Dandali Centre, Fagge Local Government Area.
The state commissioner for information comrade Ibrahim Waiya stated this in a release issued to news men
Comrade Waiya said since the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP)-led government assumed office in Kano State, under the leadership of His Excellency, the Executive Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, the state government has institutionalized this initiative to support vulnerable residents by providing them with daily iftar meals during the holy month of Ramadan. This annual programme is a humanitarian effort aimed at easing the difficulties faced by fasting Muslims.
Waiya said in order to recognis the needs of the state’s large population of Ramadan observers, the Kano State Government remains committed to ensuring that relief reaches those in need. Consequently, the government has approved the 2025 Ramadan Feeding Programme, with 91 designated feeding centers across the state. The initiative will cater to 91,000 people daily for 27 days.
To ensure the effective implementation of this year’s programme, catering service providers have been engaged to prepare and deliver 91,000 plates of food per day across all designated centers.
According to Waiya the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, who also serves as the Chairman of the 2025 Ramadan Feeding Programme, expressed satisfaction with the smooth takeoff of the initiative. He made this known during a visit to Dandali Centre in Fagge Local Government Area. He further urged the catering companies involved to ensure timely and efficient delivery of meals to all feeding centers to achieve the programme’s objective.
During the flag-off ceremony, the Deputy Governor was accompanied by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, Hon. Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Sheikh Tijjani Auwal, the permanent secretary of the Deputy Governor’s office, and other top government officials, who serve as members of the Ramadan Feeding Programme Committee.
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Former Governor Kwankwaso’s Special Adviser on Intercommunity Relations Passes Away
Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has lost his Special Adviser on Intercommunity Relations, Alhaji Abdussalam Abiola Abdullateef, who passed away after a brief illness.
Family sources confirmed to journalists that Abdussalam died on Saturday and was laid to rest in the evening at Hajji Camp burial ground.
Originally from Osun State, the late Abdussalam was a graduate of accountancy from Bayero University Kano and had recently retired from the National Orthopedic Hospital Dala in Kano.
He previously served as a special adviser from 2011 to 2015 under the administration of Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.
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One Voice Development Initiative Backs NGO Profiling in Kano
The One Voice Development Initiative has expressed support for the newly inaugurated committee tasked with profiling NGOs and donor organizations in Kano State.
Speaking at a press conference at the NUJ Press Centre in Kano, the group’s chairman, Comrade Abbas Abdullahi Yakassai, said the initiative is aimed at ensuring accountability and transparency in NGO operations.
Yakassai stated that the profiling process is not intended to suppress NGOs but to facilitate coordination between the government and development organizations.
“This effort will enhance the integrity of the sector and eliminate unscrupulous organizations whose activities may contradict the moral and religious values of Kano State,” he said.
The committee, chaired by Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, includes representatives from the government, security agencies, civil society, and religious organizations. Yakassai noted that its composition would help regulate NGO activities.
Referring to similar actions in Borno, Rivers, and Yobe states, he argued that regulation is necessary to address concerns over initiatives
“NGOs play a critical role in health, education, and social development, but without oversight, there is a risk of activities that could undermine the state’s foundational values,” he said.
The One Voice Development Initiative called on stakeholders, including civil society groups and the public, to engage with the process.
Kano State Launches 2025 Ramadan Feeding Programme
Former Governor Kwankwaso’s Special Adviser on Intercommunity Relations Passes Away
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One Voice Development Initiative Backs NGO Profiling in Kano
Sultan Declares Saturday as First Day of Ramadan in Nigeria
Kano State Launches 2025 Ramadan Feeding Programme
Former Governor Kwankwaso’s Special Adviser on Intercommunity Relations Passes Away
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One Voice Development Initiative Backs NGO Profiling in Kano
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