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  • Gorilla must vomit N6.8m, Ganduje orders

    Gorilla must vomit N6.8m, Ganduje orders

    Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje has ordered the state Anti-Corruption Commission to probe the claims by the Kano Zoological Gardens that a Gorilla in the state-owned Zoo swallowed N6.8 million.

    “The order was given on Friday and the commission has already swung into action,” a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Abba Anwar, said on Sunday in Kano.

    It quoted the governor as directing the commission to look into the immediate and remote circumstances surrounding the allegation and “unearth everything surrounding the incident.”

    The animal was said to have swallowed N6.8 million generated by the Zoo as gate fees collected from visitors of the garden, particularly during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

    An accounts officer at the zoo claimed that the gorilla sneaked into an office where the money was kept and then proceeded to ‘swallow’ it.

    The Managing Director of Kano Zoo, Umar Kashekobo, confirmed that money was missing.

    He gave no details.

    He merely said: “Police are investigating what happened – all I can say is money is missing.”

    The police also confirmed the disappearance of money from the zoo.

    “Yes, it is true that money from five days of Sallah festivities is missing from the Kano zoo,” spokesman for the state police command, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, told the BBC.

  • Gov. Ganduje appoints new Head of Service

    Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State has approved the appointment of Dr Kabiru Shehu as the State Head of Service.

    The appointment is with immediate effect, according to a statement issued on Saturday in Kano by Abba Anwar, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor.

    Before the appointment, Shehu was the Permanent Secretary, Manpower Directorate in the Office of the Head of Service and was recently transfered to the Governor’s Office.

    He was at one time lecturer with the Kano State College of Arts, Science and Remedial Studies (CARS) from 1984 to 2002 when he was appointed as the Principal of the College, a position he held till 2011.

    Shehu was seconded to the Police Academy, Wudil, where he served as the pioneer Head of Department of Biological Sciences from 2013 to 2017.

    In the statement, Ganduje assured that the state civil service would continue to thrive under his administration, adding that the immediate target was to make the civil service IT driven.

    The governor charged the new Head of Service to continue with his selfless commitment to service and assured that the government would provide all necessary support for the development of the service.

  • How presidency stopped moves by Ganduje to depose Emir Sanusi

    …appoints Govs Fayemi, Bagudu, Abubakar, Sani-Bello to broker peace

    The presidency has been playing pivotal roles for over a year now to stop sinister moves by the Governor Abdullahi Ganduje led Kano State Government to despose the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, TNG can authoritatively report.

    The latest in the reconciliation moves was the raising of a four-man committee to broker peace between both warring parties

    According to sources, the governor and the emir were invited to Abuja on Friday for peace talks.

    The peace team is headed by Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State.

    Other members of the committee are Governors Abubakar Sani Bello (Niger), Abubakar Atiku Bagudu (Kebbi) and Muhammad Badaru Abubakar (Jigawa).

    The Office of the Chief of Staff to the President is coordinating the activities of the committee, The Nation learnt last night.

    But the team may have to harmonize its report with that of a similar intervention committee put together by a business mogul, Aliko Dangote.

    A top source said: “Let me say to you that the presidency had intervened when the state government wanted to remove the Emir about a year ago.

    “When this investigation and deposition processes were initiated about a year ago, the governor informed the presidency. The four-man committee was sent by the government to prevail on Ganduje to drop the idea.

    “He was persuaded to drop the idea while other issues were being looked at for reconciliation.

    “But when the governor revived the processes this time around, he did not inform the presidency. The same committee was however sent but Ganduje refused to be seen until the parliament had passed the law creating more Emirates in the state.

    “This time around that he wanted to do it, the presidency was not informed because he did not want to be stopped. When he went ahead and signed the order, there was a court order stopping the governor. But he said he did not get the order.”

    Another source said the presidency opted to intervene because of the “grave security implications” of a breakdown of law and order in the state.

    “So far, the government wants the state government to respect the order of the court which asked all the parties to maintain the status quo pending the determination of the application.

    “The presidency may therefore halt the deposition processes to allow for an amicable resolution of all issues.

    “The committee raised by the presidency has been meeting with all the stakeholders in Abuja to look at the issues and the terms for peace in Kano.

    “A pending report by another group of Aliko Dangote might also be integrated into the committee’s findings and recommendations on the way forward.

    “The challenges at hand are alleged disrespect for the governor by the Emir; the creation of new Emirates by the State House of Assembly; alleged mismanagement of over N3b by the Emir, query issued by the state government, and likely deposition of Sanusi.

    “The committee is expected to consider all these matters and recommend ways out. We want a win-win situation for all parties.”

    Governor Ganduje and Emir Sanusi were said to have exchanged pleasantries at Friday’s meeting just as they did at the Eid grounds, Kano on Tuesday.

    The governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Abba Anwar, said: “As the two leaders met, they congratulated each other for the successful completion of the Ramadan Fast and the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

    “Both leaders spoke and urged all Muslims to continue with the good teachings and spirit of the Fasting period of the Month of Ramadan.

    “Emir Sanusi seized the opportunity to congratulate Gov. Ganduje for the victory in his second term in office. He also wished the governor successful tenure in office.

    “For healthier relationship between the two institutions of government and Kano Emirate Council, the dialogues will continue.”

  • Ganduje yet to respond to pleas to settle rifts with Emir Sanusi – Aide

    Ganduje yet to respond to pleas to settle rifts with Emir Sanusi – Aide

    Kano State Governor, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammad Sanusi ll, have not been reconciled.

    This was revealed by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Alhaji Abba Anwar shortly after news of the settlement became public.

    Anwar in a interview with Daily Trust said even though a reconciliation meeting was held in Abuja on Friday, the matter has not been resolved.

    He said, “Certainly, a reconciliation meeting was organised by Governor Fayemi and Alhaji Aliko Dangote and the governor and emir attended the meeting, the governor has not given his stand on the matter. “What I can confirm to you is that the dialogue is still on, therefore, we should wait for the response of the governor.”

    He added that the meeting was attended by many district heads and other traditional rulers.

  • JUST IN: Emir Sanusi replies Ganduje’s query [Letter Attached]

    JUST IN: Emir Sanusi replies Ganduje’s query [Letter Attached]

    Emir of Kano Muhammad Sanusi II on Saturday replied the query issued to him by the Kano State government over allegations mismanaging N3.4 billion by the Emirate Council.

    The acting secretary of the Kano Emirate Council Abba Yusuf said Sanusi could not be held responsible for the alleged fund misappropriation since he was neither the accounting officer nor the council secretary.

    Yusuf also said at the time Sanusi was installed as emir in 2014, the Emirate Council had only N1, 893, 378, 927.38, an amount far lesser than the N3.4 billion the Kano State anti-graft Commission said was mismanaged between 2014 and 2017.

  • Ganduje/Sanusi’s reconciliation excites Kano residents

    Ganduje/Sanusi’s reconciliation excites Kano residents

    Kano residents have commended the reconciliation of Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje with the Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II by a committee initiated by Alhaji Aliko Dangote and Gov. Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti in Abuja on Friday.

    Some residents, who spoke with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Saturday in Kano, expressed satisfaction and appreciation with the reconciliation.

    According to some of them, the reconciliation is in the best interest of peace in the state and the nation.

    Dr Abba Ahmed, a retired civil servant in the state, said the reconciliation provided much relief to many residents.

    “I have been tensed since the issue started, especially that I live close to the Emirate where people have developed a high sentiment over the situation.”

    He explained that the situation was one of the few bad things that could happen to Kano, thus commended Dangote’s committee for the action.

    Malam Nura Muhammad, also a civil servant, told NAN that the reconciliation was timely as it would save the whole of Northern Nigeria a lot of trouble.

    “Kano has indeed become a centre for democracy not only in the North but in the whole country and many states look up to it for new political strategies.

    “It’s also a hub for traditional influence where the Emirate plays a vital role in global affairs, while the Emir himself has attracted global attention, ” he said.

    Malam Muhammad Ahmad, a businessman, said the reconciliation has saved Kano from shame because of so many uncertainties that could arise if the whole process had continued.

    He urged residents to keep praying for more peace in the state and the country at large and avoid developing sentiments and enmities on political issues.

    NAN recalls that the Kano State government on Thursday issued a query to the Emir of Kano over alleged misappropriation of N3.4billion by the Emirate Council.

    The state government had also initiated move to create four new Emirates from Kano.

  • No more war! Dangote, Fayemi ends Sanusi, Ganduje’s feud

    No more war! Dangote, Fayemi ends Sanusi, Ganduje’s feud

    The crisis between Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State and the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi ll has finally been resolved following a reconciliatory meeting between the two in Abuja.

    A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Gov. Ganduje, Mr Abba Anwar, which was made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kano on Saturday said that the reconciliatory meeting was initiated by the Kano born business mogul Alhaji Aliko Dangote and the Chairman of Nigeria’s Governors’ Forum, Dr Kayode Fayemi.

    He said after the meeting, the duo exchanged pleasantries with each other in Abuja on Friday.

    “As the two leaders met, they congratulated each other for the successful completion of the Ramadan Fast and the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

    “Both leaders spoke and urged all Muslims to continue with the good teachings and spirit of the Fasting period of the Month of Ramadan.

    “Emir Sanusi seized the opportunity to congratulate Gov. Ganduje for the victory in his second term in office. He also wished the governor successful tenure in office.”

    He said: “For healthier relationship between the two institutions of government and Kano Emirate Council, the dialogues will continue.”

    It will be recalled that the Kano State Government on Thursday queried the Sanusi over alleged misappropriation of N3.4bn by the Kano Emirate Council.

    The state government had also created four emirates out of Kano.

  • Gov. Ganduje, Sanusi reconcile as Dangote, Fayemi broker peace

    Gov. Ganduje, Sanusi reconcile as Dangote, Fayemi broker peace

    The crisis between Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State and the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi ll has finally been resolved following a reconciliatory meeting between the two in Abuja.

    This is contained in a statement by Mr Abba Anwar, the Chief Press Secretary to Gov. Ganduje and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kano on Saturday.

    According to Anwar, the reconciliatory meeting was initiated by the Kano born business mogul Alhaji Aliko Dangote and the Chairman of Nigeria’s Governors’ Forum, Dr Kayode Fayemi.

    He said after the meeting, the duo exchanged pleasantries with each other in Abuja on Friday.

    “As the two leaders met, they congratulated each other for the successful completion of the Ramadan Fast and the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

    “Both leaders spoke and urged all Muslims to continue with the good teachings and spirit of the Fasting period of the Month of Ramadan.

    “Emir Sanusi seized the opportunity to congratulate Gov. Ganduje for the victory in his second term in office. He also wished the governor successful tenure in office.”

    He said: “For healthier relationship between the two institutions of government and Kano Emirate Council, the dialogues will continue.”

    NAN recalls that the Kano State Government on Thursday queried the Sanusi over alleged misappropriation of N3.4bn by the Kano Emirate Council.

    The state government had also created four emirates out of Kano.

  • Ganduje queries Emir Sanusi on alleged N2.4bn misappropriation

    Ganduje queries Emir Sanusi on alleged N2.4bn misappropriation

    Governor Umar Ganduje of Kano State has queried Emir Muhammadu Sanusi over alleged financial misappropriation of N2.4 billion.

    The office of the secretary to the state government issued the letter on behalf of the governor on Thursday.

    The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission had on Tuesday, disclosed that it has uncovered over N2.4 billion, allegedly misappropriated by the Emir between 2014 and 2017.

    A preliminary report of the investigation carried out by the Commission, signed by its Chairman, Mr Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado, and made available to newsmen in Kano, raised four cardinal issues, bordering on indictment, the amount involved, obstruction of investigation and recommendations.

     

    Details soon…

  • Kano Govt acquires 100 buses, to launch BRT system

    The Kano State Government has concluded arrangement for a multi-billion naira Bus Rapid Transit, BRT, in Kano metropolis, in an effort to ensure urban regeneration and sustainable transportation.

    According to the government, the initiative, which is the first of its kind in the state, is a “tip of the iceberg infrastructural project” as the Ganduje administration commences its second term in office on May 29.

    BRT is a high quality bus – based public transport system designed to deliver fast, comfortable and cost effective services at metro – level capacities. It does this through the provision of exclusive lanes with busways and distinctive stations typically aligned to the center of the road, off – board fare collection and fast, regular operations.

    Already, the Kano state government, Kano Metropolitan Transport Company, Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Company, China and Zhengzhou Public Bus Communication Co. Ltd., China have signed an MOU for the supply of 100 buses for the project.

    The MOU further entails integrated transport solutions that includes routes network and infrastructure planning, suitable bus models, Intelligent Transport System, ITS, modern management of operation and maintenance of the fleet data analysis systems, regulation improvement and local talent improvement.

    Speaking shortly after conclusion of discussion and signing of the MOU, in Zhengzhou, Henan, China, the state governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje disclosed that his administration decided to embark on the project “to revolutionize transport and enhance ease of doing business in Nigeria’s foremost commercial center”.

    “Presently, Kano is the most populous state in the country. It has a population of over 16 million people. The main public vehicles are mini buses and tricycles which are not supportive of long – term mega city development, therefore an efficient modern system of public transportation must be established. This will reflect the position of Kano as a truly megacity”.

    Represented by the State commissioner for Works, Housing and Transport, Engr. Aminu Aliyu Wudil, the governor explained that the project has several benefits in terms of job creation, urban mobility and air pollution reduction besides improving the physical outlook of the state capital.

    “We decided to partner with Zhengzhou Yutong because it is the world’s largest and reputed bus manufacturer with capacity providing Integrated Solution of Public bus transport system and several decades of experience”.

    “Kano state government is expected to invest not more than 25 percent of the project cost while the operator, Kano Metropolitan Transport Company is the main shareholder while the Chinese company will serve as the technical partner”.

    The State Commissioner of Work, Engr. Aminu Aliyu Wudil hi counterpart of the Ministry of Finance, Aminu Mukhtar DanAmu and Yusuf Aliyu Umar signed for Kano state government and Kano Metropolitan Transport Company, while Mr. Zou Meikan and Guo Yuanyuan signed on belalf of Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Company, China and Zhengzhou Public Bus Communication Co. Ltd., China respectively.