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Gov. Yusuf Attends ABU 45th Convocation, Donates N50 Million for establishment of Technology Innovation Hub

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has attended the 45th Convocation Ceremony of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, where he announced a donation of N50 million for establishment of Technology Innovation Hub at the University through a between Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Foundation (NOI Foundation) and AMA Pharmaceticals limited in support of youth empowerment, education, leadership […]

Governor, Yusuf, has officially rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC)

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a major political development in Kano State and across the nation. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Tuesday. Speaking at an event held at the Coronation Hall, Government House […]

Gov. Yusuf Resigns NNPP Membership as Kano Political Realignment Deepens

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing deepening internal crises and the need to safeguard the broader interest of the people of Kano State. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Friday. The […]

Governor Yusuf Holds Strategic Meeting with President Tinubu.

….Pushes for Kano’s Security and Mega Projects….Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has held a strategic meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in presidential Villa Abuja, where he presented key priorities of his administration centred on security, infrastructure and stronger partnership with the Federal Government.This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, […]

Governor Yusuf Mourns Tragic Killing of Kano Mother, Children

….Directs Police to Arrest Perpetrators… Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the brutal killing of a Kano woman and her children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters, describing the incident as barbaric, senseless and a grave assault on human dignity. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi […]

PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES KANO GOVERNOR ABBA YUSUF ON HIS BIRTHDAY

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu sends heartfelt congratulations to Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, Governor of Kano State, on his 63rd birthday on January 5, 2026.The President highlights Governor Yusuf’s integrity, modesty, humility and commitment to public service, exemplified in his administration of Kano State.Yusuf was elected governor of Kano in 2023 on the New Nigeria Peoples […]

Governor Yusuf Signs N1.47 Trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill of N1.47 trillion into law, marking a significant step towards accelerating development and inclusive growth in the state. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa Wednesday Governor Yusuf assented to the budget on Wednesday […]

Governor Yusuf Approves Appointment of Prof. Amina Salihi Bayero as Vice Chancellor, Northwest University

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has confirmed the appointment of Professor Amina Salihi Bayero as the substantive Vice Chancellor of Northwest University for a five-year tenure beginning Monday, 1st December, 2025. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday. The approval follows a recommendation […]

Gov. Yusuf Receives President Tinubu’s 2025 Excellence in Public Service Award

‎ ‎The Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has been honoured with the 2025 Nigeria Excellence Award in Public Service (NEAPS). ‎ ‎This recognition is for his administration’s impactful achievements in education, healthcare, agriculture, urban renewal, infrastructure, and social welfare. ‎ ‎This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, […]

Governor Yusuf Reiterates Commitment to Justice and Development at CREED Awards Night

Bags Governor of the year on Insfrastructure and Good Governance ‎Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to justice, infrastructural development, and good governance during the Annual Dinner and Awards Night organized by CREED at Tropical Galeria, Kano. ‎ ‎This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, […]