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  • Emir Sanusi tasks northern leaders on girl-child education‎

    The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called on Northern leaders to promote girl-child education in the region.

    Sanusi made the call during the inauguration of Aminu Dabo College of Health Sciences laboratory complex in Kano on Monday.

    ‎‎‎He urged the leaders to give priority to female education as they did with their male counterparts.‎‎”

    The people need to prioritise their commitment toward the education of female just like their male counterpart.‎

    “We appeal to everybody, especially well- meaning individuals irrespective of party differences, to provide the environment to aid girl-child education,” he said.‎

    The monarch also admonished the people of Kano to support each other and work as a team for the overall development of the state.

    He commended the proprietor of the school for his foresight and contribution to the development of education in the state.‎

    Earlier, the proprietor of the school, Alhaji Aminu Dabo, had said that the school was established two years ago to promote educational development in the state.

    He said that 80 per cent of the institution’s students’ population was women. Dabo added that the school would collaborate with Kwara University and another university in Malaysia for degree courses.

    He commended the Kano Emir for his stance on girl-child education and also thanked him for honoring the invitation to the event.

  • One killed, 1,000 houses destroyed in Kano state rain

    One person lost his life while several houses were destroyed following a heavy down pour in Kura local government area of Kano state.

    One of the victims, Malam Lawan Salisu, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kano on Saturday that the incident happened on Wednesday night.

    According to him, the rainfall which was accompanied by windstorm blew off the roofs of many houses in the affected villages.

    He said the 1,000 houses were affected in Dannafake, Iyatawa, Kaniyaka, Zagazagi, Tofa and Yadagungume villages and that the residents now squats with friends and relatives.

    Salisu said the Vice chairman of the local government Council, Alhaji Ali Isiyaku-Danhassan, had since visited the affected areas to sympathise with victims.

    He called on the state government to come to their aid immediately in view of the monumental disaster.

    When contacted, the Executive Secretary of the State Emergency Relief and Rehabilitation Agency (SERERA), Alhaji Aliyu Bashir, said he has yet to receive report on the incident.

    He, however, gave the assurance that necessary measures would be taken to alleviate the suffering of victims in the affected villages. (NAN).

  • FG inaugurates ultra-modern passport office in Kano

    FG inaugurates ultra-modern passport office in Kano

    The Federal Government has inaugurated a new ultra-modern Passport Processing Office in Kano State as part of plans to bring immigration services closer to Nigerians.

    The Minister of Interior, retired Lt.-Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau said theý measure was part of plans to decentralise the operations of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and ensure better service delivery. ý

    He said that the new edifice would also compliment operations of the old passport office which had been overstretched.

    Dambazau assured of ongoing plans to inaugurate more NIS passport offices across the country in order to ensure efficient service delivery.

    Earlier, the Kano State Governor, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje said that the new passport office located within Kombotso area along Zaria Road would greatly enhance the operationsý of NIS.

    According to him, the desire of his government to ensure that Passport applicants in the state do not over stretch themselves and the facilities at the only Passport Office on Farm Settlement Road necessitated the collaboration with NIS.

  • Fraud: Kano Emir disowns Instagram, Facebook, Twitter accounts

    Fraud: Kano Emir disowns Instagram, Facebook, Twitter accounts

    The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, has disowned social media accounts opened in his name.

    Sanusi said in a statement that on Friday in Kano that he never authorised any person or organisation to open to Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or any other social media account nor post any message on his behalf.

    The traditional ruler spoke through his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Munir Sanusi.

    He explained that this should put to rest series of calls and enquiries to the office of the Emir on some purported malicious and fake social media accounts in the name of the monarch.

    Sanusi noted that the current development is coming after an earlier advertorial disclaiming a fake Facebook and Twitter accounts created in the name of his Highness.

    He lamenting that the fraudsters have remained unrelenting in their nefarious acts.

    “We have officially notified the administrators of the fake Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and other social media accounts requesting that the accounts be closed immediately in addition to detecting the identity of the culprits.

    “It is important to reiterate that the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, has persistently stood for the unity of the nation regardless of its diversity.

    “He always emphasise the need for tolerance and respect for one another.”

    Sanusi assured that his principles as a traditional ruler and religious leader would be meticulously safeguarded and warned the fraudsters to desist forthwith or face the consequences of their action. (NAN)

  • FG inaugurates passport‎ office in Kano ‎ ‎

    The Federal Government has inaugurated a new ultra-modern Passport Processing Office in Kano State as part of plans to bring immigration services closer to Nigerians.

     

    The Minister of Interior, retired Lt.-Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau said the measure was part of plans to decentralise the operations of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and ensure better service delivery. ‎

    He said that the new edifice would also compliment operations of the old passport office which had been overstretched.

     

    Dambazau assured of ongoing plans to inaugurate more NIS passport offices across the country in order to ensure efficient service delivery.

     

    Earlier, the Kano State Governor, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje said that the new passport office located within Kombotso area along Zaria Road would greatly enhance the operations of NIS.

     

    According to him, the desire of his government to ensure that Passport applicants in the state do not over stretch themselves and the facilities at the only Passport Office on Farm Settlement Road necessitated the collaboration with NIS.

    ‎ Ganduje said that his government had donated the‎ office complex to the NIS as a demonstration of efforts at deepening the existing cordial relationship between his government and NIS.

     

    He pledged continued cooperation with NIS in order to improve its operations in line with international best practices.

     

    The Comptroller-General of NIS, Mr Muhammad Babandede in his remarks assured of efficient service delivery to Nigerians and foreigners.

    He said the NIS would continue to work with state governments and relevant stakeholders to improve its operations.

     

    The event was graced by officials from the Ministry of Interior, NIS, Diplomats, representatives of Kano Emirate Council and other Immigration stakeholders.

     

  • Easter: Kano CAN Chairman supports FG’s economic road map

    Easter: Kano CAN Chairman supports FG’s economic road map

    The chairman, Kano chapter of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Bishop Ransom Bello has urged the Federal Government not to relent in its effort to revamp the economic even in the face of activities of economic saboteurs who are hell-bent on frustrating the good intention of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration.

    Bishop Bello who disclosed this during his Easter message to Nigerians also frowned at the activities of economic saboteurs, describing it as detrimental to the national development.

    He prayed for the success of the current economic team put together by the Buhari’s administration and hoped that at the end, their decisions and policy formulation will bring the economy back on the right track for the interest of all Nigerians, particularly, the masses.

    According to him, “though Nigeria is going through trying period, things will change for the better. There is no room for despair. There is no reason for suicide. We should not kill ourselves because of hardship. I hope things are going to change in this country, but how it is going to happen, I don’t know.

    “For a man that believes in Christ, there is always hope for tomorrow. I am sure when Jesus Christ was crucified and buried, it is like the disciples lost hope and when he rose from the grave, and their hope came alive again.

    “Darkness is not supreme to light. The light will always overcome darkness. Nigeria will witness the light of God economically and politically. I always believe that there will be a better tomorrow. As I give credit to the present administration for what they are doing, I believe that a better government will evolve.

    “Now, here is the irony, Jesus raise the dead from the grave, and the same Jesus eventually entered the grave for the sake of man; but he rose again—he conquered the power of death. So, Nigerians should not be worried about the level of hardship and depression we are passing through because very soon, things will be better.”

    Bishop Bello who is also the General Overseer of Calvary Life Assembly, however, urged President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration to “wake up to its responsibilities and ensure that the common man has food on the table. The government should ensure that we have employment for the young people. The government has to ensure that Naira is well stabilised, and the dollar should continue to depreciate.”

    He, however, urged economic saboteurs to desist from their evil way or face the wrath of God.

     

  • EFCC raids ex- Justice minister’s Kano residence

    EFCC raids ex- Justice minister’s Kano residence

    Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday raided the Kano residence of former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. Muhammad Bello Adoke.
    The Nation gathered that fully armed EFCC officers stormed number 3 Alu Avenue in Nassarawa GRA Kano and raided the entire residence.
    The operation which lasted for two hours started at about 12.00 noon.
    However, as at the time of filing this story, it could not be established what was recovered, though  iron doors to the house were broken.
    The former Minister, Muhammad Bello Adoke served during the administration of former president Goodluck Jonathan.
    Sources revealed that the operatives raided the house and searched rooms, roofing ceiling and water tanks of the residence.
    It was also gathered that the wife of the former Minister left the residence few hours before the EFCC operatives arrived.
    Efforts made to contact the media officer of the EFCC in Kano zone, Mr. Idris Nadabo was not successful. 
  • ASUP calls for end to dichotomy between Polytechnic and University graduates

    ASUP calls for end to dichotomy between Polytechnic and University graduates

    Ogunseye Timothy, National Vice-President, Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), on Wednesday appealed to the Federal Government to end the dichotomy between polytechnic and university graduates in the country.

    Timothy made the appeal on the side line of ASUP first International Conference hosted by the Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH) Chapter of the union in Ikorodu, Lagos.

    The conference had the theme: “Africa’s Solution to Africa’s Challenges: Nigeria’s Perspectives’’.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a bill for an act seeking to end the dichotomy between polytechnic and university graduates passed its second reading at the House of Representatives on Tuesday.

    The bill, which was co-sponsored by Balanga Billiri, Ali Isa and Edward Pwajok, seek to create equal opportunities for graduates from universities and polytechnics, in terms of employment and promotions.

    Timothy said that polytechnic graduates were not inferior to their university counterparts.

    Ogunseye said the unwarranted discriminatory practice of ranking polytechnic graduates lower than university graduates was prevalent among some government agencies and private organizations.

    He commended Kano State Government for its decision not to discriminate but ranked polytechnic and university graduates equally.

    “I do not see any reason why the dichotomy should continue as the same admission requirement applies to candidates choosing polytechnics and universities.

    “Reviewing the curricula of tertiary institutions in terms of practical and other educational contents, polytechnic graduates are far better than universities.

    “Nigerian graduates are equal, notwithstanding the schools they attend. However, this discrepancy between polytechnic and university is worrisome.

    “Without doubt, if the discrimination continues, the country’s technological advancement being the backbone of any economic growth will be negatively affected.

    “As a matter of fact, there is need for employers to change their perception towards HND graduates because BSC holders are not in any way better than them.

    “If care is not taken, competent hands will be short-changed which would handicap the country’s progress,’’ he said.

    Also speaking on the discrimination, former rector of Lagos State Polytechnic, Mr Babatunde Iginla, said removing the dichotomy would encourage economic independence, employment and stability in the labor market.

     

  • Two men docked for stealing employer’s N90m

    Two men, Ibrahim Abdullahi and Anas Ishaq, who allegedly conspired and stole their employer’s N90 million were on Wednesday brought before a Magistrates’ Court sitting in Kano.

    Abdullahi, 35, and Ishaq, 30, working with A.A. Rano Nig. Ltd., are facing a four-count charge of criminal conspiracy, criminal breach of trust by servant, cheating and forgery.

    They reside at no 171 Dabai Quarters, Kano and No 30 Gen. Sani Abacha Way, Gusau, respectively.

    The Prosecutor, Insp. Yusuf Sale, told court that a letter of complaint was received on the matter by the police authorities on March 28.

    He said that Abdullahi, Ishaq and one Jabir Suleiman, now at large, criminally conspired and betrayed the trust vested on them as workers of A.A. Rano Nig. Ltd.

    “The trio deceitfully sold petroleum products, valued at N90 million and converted the money to their own use and presented forged bank teller to the company.”

    The prosecutor said that the offences contravened Sections 97,314,322, and 364 of the Penal Code.

    The accused, however, pleaded not guilty to the charges.

    Senior Magistrate, Aminu Fagge, ordered the accused to be remanded in prison custody.

    Fagge adjourned the case to April 20 for mention, pending the outcome of investigation on the matter.

     

     

  • Teacher nabbed for burning company’s vehicle

    The Police in Jigawa on Tuesday arrested a 20-year-old teacher for allegedly burning a Volkswagen Bus belonging to company in Dutse Local Government Area of the state.

    The police Spokesman, Mr Jinjiri Abdu, confirmed the arrest to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Dutse.

    Abdu said the suspect, (Names withheld), a junior secondary school teacher, allegedly used petrol and matches and set the bus ablaze.

    He explained that the vehicle belonged to a company called Skin Defense, producers of medicated soap in Kano State.

    He said the suspect committed the offence on April 10 in Kwaimawa village when the company’s representative was conducting sales promo for a medicated soap in the village.

    “The suspect burnt the bus after his mother participated in the promo and won a body lotion.

    “The mother later demanded that the lotion be replaced with wrapper or N500, but the company declined.

    “After the bus moved to another place, this man went and brought petrol and matches which he allegedly used to set the bus ablaze.

    “And there were items worth N1 million that got burnt in the bus, and both the bus and items were valued at N1.5 million,” the police spokesman said.

    He said investigation into the matter had commenced after which the suspect would be charged to court.