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‎Kano State Government Celebrates Maiden International Cultural Day

The Kano State Government has marked its first-ever International Cultural Day, a colorful celebration aimed at showcasing the state’s rich cultural heritage and reaffirming its role as a historic center for commerce, Islamic scholarship, traditional arts, and craftsmanship. ‎ ‎Declaring the event open at the Coronation Hall, Government House, Kano, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf said […]

Governor Yusuf Flags Off Distribution of 5.5 Million Trees to Combat Desertification

‎Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has flagged off the distribution of 5.5 million tree seedlings for planting across the state as part of efforts to curb desert encroachment and promote environmental sustainability. ‎ ‎The flag-off ceremony took place on Sunday at the historic Yanbawa Shelter Belt in Makoda Local Government Area. ‎ ‎ […]

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Attends Funeral of Former President, Muhammad Buhari.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has joined Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Governors, Ministers for burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Governor Abba Kabir, prayed for the deceased for Allah’s mercy and forgiveness and consoled the family to bear the irreparable loss. Thousands of people including the high profile […]

Gov. Yusuf Pays Tribute to Late President Buhari, Describes Him as a Symbol of Patriotism

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has expressed profound shock and sadness over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a towering figure whose life embodied discipline, integrity, and unwavering love for Nigeria. In a condolence message, Governor Yusuf paid glowing tribute to the late President’s life of service, noting that both as a […]

Kano State Approves Over ₦69 Billion to Transform Infrastructure, Education and Social Services

The Kano State Executive Council, chaired by Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a comprehensive package of developmental projects and interventions valued at over ₦69 billion, targeting critical sectors including infrastructure, education, healthcare, energy, and humanitarian support. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday. […]

Governor Yusuf Wins Top Infrastructure Award at London’s 15th African Achievers Event

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has clinched the prestigious title of Governor of the Year in Infrastructure Development at the 15th African Achievers Award. In a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the event held at the historic Westminster Palace, House of Lords, London. The award was presented by […]

Kano Governor Appoints New Chief of Staff, DG Special Services

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the appointment of Dr. Suleiman Wali Sani, mni, as the new Chief of Staff, Government House, Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday. Dr. Sani, an accomplished medical doctor, policy expert, and retired Permanent Secretary, […]

Namadi Sambo Commends Gov. Yusuf for Declaring State of Emergency on Kano

Former Vice President, Architect Muhammad Namadi Sambo, has commended the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his bold decision to declare a state of emergency on education in the state. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Monday. Sambo, who paid a condolence visit […]

Atiku, Zulum, Malami Condole Kano Governor, Family over Dantata’s Death

Former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, and former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), have paid separate condolence visits to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and the family of the late business mogul and elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata.This was contained in […]

Governor Yusuf Appoints New Special Advisers to Strengthen Governance in Kano

In a move aimed at deepening reforms and improving service delivery across critical sectors, the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the appointment of eleven new Special Advisers. This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. The appointees, who come from diverse professional […]