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Gov. Yusuf Vows to End Salary Deductions as Committee Submits Report

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has pledged to put an end to unauthorized salary deductions affecting civil servants in Kano State, following the submission of an investigative report on the issue. This was contained in a statement issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Monday. The report, presented at the Government […]

Canada’s RISE Project to Boost Agriculture, Empower Women and Youth in Kano

Kano State is set to benefit from a major Canadian initiative aimed at strengthening agriculture and empowering women and youth in Northern Nigeria. This was contained in a statement by the Governor’s spokeperson Sanusi Bature DawakinTofa. The Resilient and Inclusive Agri-food Systems Empowering Women and Youth (RISE) project will support agribusinesses, smallholder farmers, and cooperatives […]

China pledges to strengthen bilateral ties with Kano

The Chinese government has pledged to strengthen the age-long bilateral relationship with Kano state government to enhance infrastructural development and boost industrial growth in the state. In a statement by Governor’s Spokesperson Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Yu Dunhai, gave the assurance on Thursday when he led delegates of the embassy […]

Gov. Yusuf Donates N3 Billion Land for North West Development Commission Headquarters in Kano

… Appreciates President Tinubu, Senate Leadership for Establishing the Agency In a significant move to support regional development, Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has donated a 1.9-hectare plot of land—valued at N3 billion—to the newly established North West Development Commission (NWDC) for the construction of its permanent headquarters in Kano. The land, carved […]

Governor Yusuf Hosts Iftar with Kano’s 44 Local Government Chairmen

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has hosted an Iftar (breaking of fast) with the 44 local government chairmen of the state, emphasizing the need for greater dedication to grassroots development and effective governance. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Monday. Addressing the local […]

High Powered Taskforce on Security, Peace and Youth Rehabilitation Visits DSS, Police, Other stakeholders

Kano state taskforce on Security, Peace and Youth Rehabilitation has expressed readiness to work with all security agencies in the state to complement their mandate of securing the lives and properties of the Kano residents Chairman of the committee, who also doubles as the commissioner, Ministry of science, technology and innovation Dr Yusuf Ibrahim Kofar […]

Urban Renewal: Gov. Yusuf Flags off Rehabilitation of 17 Roads in Kano Metropolis

Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has flagged off the rehabilitation of 17 dilapidated roads in Kano metropolitan area. Flagging the reconstruction of the urban renewal network with the popular Club road in Nassarawa local government, Governor Yusuf said the initiative was part of his administration’s agenda targeted to transform Kano into mega city. Governor Yusuf’s […]

Governor Yusuf Calls for Legislative Action to Propel Kano’s Rapid Development

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has urged the State House of Assembly to prioritize enacting laws that foster meaningful development and enhance citizens’ well-being. This was contained in a statement issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Saturday. During a special breakfast meeting with members of both the State and National […]

Gov. Yusuf Mourns Late Special Adviser on Yoruba Community Affairs

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has condoled with the family, friends, and associates of the late Hon. Abdullatif Abdussalam, who until his passing served as the Special Adviser on Yoruba Community Affairs. This was contained in a statement issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Monday. During a condolence visit to […]