Tag: Kano
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Blasphemy laws: We will not be deterred by external pressures – Kano tells ECOWAS court
The Kano State Government has replied the ECOWAS Court of Justice, defending its blasphemy laws against a verdict stating it violate Nigeria’s international human rights obligations. The ECOWAS court’s judgment, which declared certain aspects of the blasphemy laws inconsistent with
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Emir Bayero cancels Durbar Celebration in Kano
The 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Bayero, has announced the cancellation of the Eid-el-Fitr Durbar celebration due to security concerns in the state. Emir Bayero made this announcement while briefing newsmen
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Kano gov, Yusuf suspends acting head of service, appoints replacement
Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State has suspended the Acting Head of Service, Salisu Mustapha, over alleged salary deductions and non-payment of some civil servants’ salaries. Mustapha has been directed to step aside as Permanent Secretary, Establishment, to allow for an unhindered investigation.
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Court restrains CBN, others from withholding Kano LG allocation
A Kano State High Court, on Monday, issued an order of perpetual injunction restraining the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) from withholding funds from the Federation Account to the 44 Local Governments of the state. The applicants are the Chairman of NULGE, Ibrahim Muhd, Ibrahim Uba Shehu, Ibrahim Shehu Abubakar, Usman Isa, Sarki Alhaji Kurawa…
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Kano gov, Yusuf bans student labour in schools
Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State on Sunday issued a stern warning to teachers, prohibiting them from involving students in hard labour, both on and off school grounds. This is contained in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa.
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Kano Assembly passes bill establishing state-owned security corps
The Kano State House of Assembly has passed a bill establishing the Kano State Neighborhood Security Corps. This followed deliberations in the Committee of the Whole House during a plenary session presided over by Speaker, Alhaji Jibrin Falgore (NNPP-Rogo).
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Just in: Kano in panic mode as four k!lled in violent clash over alleged house demolition
Four people have been killed in the Rimin Auzinawa area of Ungogo Local Government, Kano State, after violent clashes between residents and security personnel over the demolition of buildings. The victims were fatally shot by security forces following protests against the destruction of their homes. Sources indicate that the Kano Urban Planning and Development Authority…
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Four killed in Kano building demolition exercise
No fewer than four persons lost their lives during a building demolition exercise at Rimin Zakara village in Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State. The incident occurred at about 10:00 pm on Sunday, when government officials accompanied by security operatives stormed the area for building demolition.
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Over 230 children raided in Kano streets rejected by parents— Hisbah cries out
The Commander-General, Kano State Hisbah Board, Aminu Daurawa, has lamented that no parent has approached the board or any state institution to claim the paternity of 250 children rescued from the streets. In his recent video, the prominent Islamic Scholar narrated how Hisbah officers picked up no fewer than 230 children walking aimlessly in major…
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ROYAL RUMBLE! Fire’ll engulf whoever ignites chaos in Kano- Sanusi curses
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has warned that fire would engulf any one trying to cause chaos in Kano State. This was as Sanusi said the battle over Kano Emirate belonged to God, hence residents should remain calm and resist any temptation that could cause unrest. He made the remark in a viral…