Opinion

How Governor Abba Yusuf humbled Kwankwaso: A turning point in Kano politics, by Abba Dukawa

Abdullahi Mustapha April 2, 2026 0

In the annals of Kano politics, few events have signaled a shift in power and moral authority as clearly as Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s emergence as an independent political force, challenging the long-standing dominance of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. Once the undisputed “godfather” of Kano

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DSS arrests 25-year-old woman with 200 rounds of ammunition in Kano

Abdullahi Mustapha April 2, 2026 0

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested a 25-year-old woman, Nafisa Usman, for allegedly trafficking ammunition to bandits operating in northern Nigeria. The suspect was apprehended at a motor park in Kano, where she was reportedly found in possession of 200 rounds of ammunition. Security sources said the arrest followed credible intelligence

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Tragedy: Kano Lawyer dies after being trapped in hotel elevator

Abdullahi Mustapha April 1, 2026 0

A lawyer identified as Barrister Abdulsalam Ginsau from Kano State has reportedly died after being trapped inside an elevator at a hotel in Abuja, in an incident that has sparked widespread reactions on social media. Details surrounding the incident remain unclear at the time of filing this report, but early accounts suggest the lawyer was […]

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PHOTOS: Kwankwaso joins ADC, receives Membership Card in Kano

Abdullahi Mustapha March 30, 2026 0

Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The former Kano State governor registered with the party and received his membership card on Monday at Gidan Kwankwasiyya, located on Miller Road, Bompai, in Kano. Prominent political figures were present at the event, including ADC

Judicial Reports

Kano Cleric sentenced to death petitions CJN, alleges obstruction of appeal

Abdullahi Mustapha March 30, 2026 0

A Kano-based Islamic cleric, Abduljabbar Kabara, has petitioned the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, accusing judicial and government authorities of frustrating his attempt to appeal his death sentence. In a 14-page complaint received by the Supreme Court on March 26, the cleric described his conviction as unjust and politically motivated, claiming it was

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Kwankwaso, Kano supporters set to join ADC Monday

Tawheed Yakub March 29, 2026 0

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, is reportedly set to lead a wave of supporters from Kano State into the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Monday. Sources indicate that the planned move involves a significant number of political loyalists and grassroots supporters, signaling a potential realignment in the […]

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Kano Deputy Governor, Aminu Gwarzo resigns amid impeachment plot

Tawheed Yakub March 28, 2026 0

The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has resigned from office amid reports of an ongoing impeachment plot against him. Sources within the state government revealed that the resignation followed mounting political pressure and growing tensions between the deputy governor and key stakeholders in the administration. The situation had reportedly

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Kano hisbah arrests 22, including hotel manager, over alleged immoral activities

Abdullahi Mustapha March 26, 2026 0

The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested 22 individuals, including the manager of Stephrica Guest Palace in Kureken Sani, Kumbotso Local Government Area, over alleged immoral conduct. The suspects were apprehended on Wednesday during a raid on the facility following intelligence reports from concerned residents. Confirming the development, the Deputy Commandant of the

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Kano mother dies hours after giving birth to quintuplets as five babies survive

Abdullahi Mustapha March 26, 2026 0

Hafsat Yusuf, the woman who delivered quintuplets at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital in Kano, has died. Her husband, Salisu Nafiu, confirmed the incident on Thursday morning, revealing that she passed away at the hospital around 1:00 a.m. He noted, however, that all five babies—three boys and two girls—are alive and currently receiving medical care at […]

Lifestyle news

Sanusi will lead Sallah durbar in Kano – Gov’t

Abdullahi Mustapha March 18, 2026 0

The Kano State Government has confirmed that the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, will lead this year’s Eid-el-Fitr Durbar, alongside new restrictions aimed at maintaining public order. The decision, approved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, follows intelligence reports suggesting possible attempts to disrupt the Sallah celebrations. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the