The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has urged the National Assembly to reject any move to impose a State of Emergency in Rivers State, warning that such an action would be unconstitutional, politically motivated, and an abuse of executive power. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Auwal Ibrahim Musa (Rafsanjani), CISLAC accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of taking sides in the ongoing political crisis in Rivers. The organization alleged that instead of maintaining neutrality, the President has consistently aligned with former Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, enabling him to wield undue…
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Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has directed all four state Emirates to begin preparations for the Sallah Durbar Celebration to ensure citizens and visitors fully enjoy the festive period. This directive was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, following a Ramadan breakfast meeting with the Emirs at the Ante Chamber, Government House, Kano, on Tuesday. According to the statement, Governor Yusuf emphasized that the people of the state eagerly anticipate the tradition of wearing new clothes on Sallah Day, lining the streets to witness their Emirs on horseback, and exchanging greetings. He…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has been recognized with two prestigious international awards—New Telegraph’s Governor of the Year in Educational Development and African Leadership Magazine’s Governor of the Year 2024. This recognizes his transformative leadership and steadfast commitment to education and infrastructure development. A delegation led by Usman Bala Muhammad, Special Adviser to the Governor on State Affairs and former Head of Service, travelled to Lagos and Morocco to receive the awards on behalf of the Governor on February 21st and 22nd, 2024, respectively. The awards were later presented to the Governor at a special event held in the…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has awarded 18 Hajj seats, 18 Certificates of Occupancy, and a total of N12 million in cash prizes to the outstanding winners of the 39th National Qur’anic Recitation Competition and the Al-Yatama Orphanage Foundation contestants. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to promoting Islamic scholarship and rewarding excellence. Among the event’s highlights was the governor’s announcement of fully funded scholarships to Al-Azhar University, Egypt, for Buhari Sunusi Idris and Fatima Abubakar Lawan, the top winners of the prestigious competition. Additionally, the…
“That His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara GSSRS, Governor of Rivers State refused to present the Rivers State Appropriation Bill, 2024 to the Rivers State House of Assembly contrary to Section 121(1)(2) of the Constitution and disobeyed the order of the Federal High Court in Suit no. FHC/ABJ/CS/1613/2023 declared that “thus as it stands in law, no Appropriation Bill of Rivers State has been presented neither has any of such Bill being passed into law as the purported presentation, passage and signing into law of the Appropriation Bill 2024 of Rivers State is void ab initio” and ordered him to present…
In a significant move that resonates deeply with the values and aspirations of Northern Nigerians, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to rename the Federal University of Education, Kano, as Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education stands as a powerful tribute to an extraordinary leader. This renaming is not merely an administrative change but a symbolic act of gratitude and recognition for a man whose life and legacy continue to inspire generations. By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman Alhaji Dr. Yusuf Maitama Sule, the late Danmasanin Kano, embodied leadership, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to the people of Northern Nigeria and the nation as…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has promised to convert the Kofar Mata Eid Prayer Ground into an International Islamic Conference Centre, while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to religious harmony and development as he hosted prominent members of the Council of Ulama and Imams for an Iftar gathering at the Government House on Saturday, marking the 15th day of Ramadan. The event provided an opportunity to strengthen unity, acknowledge the role of religious leaders in promoting peace, and unveil significant projects aimed at enhancing religious infrastructure in the state. During the gathering, the Governor Yusuf announced that the conversion…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) on its 70th anniversary, acknowledging the union’s crucial role in strengthening democracy, shaping national discourse, and holding leaders accountable. In a message commemorating this milestone, Governor Yusuf praised the NUJ for its unwavering commitment to ethical journalism and its contributions to nation-building. He specifically commended the union’s leadership, under Comrade Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi, for its dedication to advancing press freedom and advocating for journalists’ welfare. “The NUJ has played a pivotal role in shaping our nation’s narrative, promoting democracy, and ensuring…
The Kano State Government has provided clarity on the recent Court of Appeal ruling concerning the ongoing emirship dispute, addressing widespread misinterpretations and speculative reports in the media. This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. Speaking at a press briefing held at the NUJ Secretariat in Kano, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Haruna Isa Dederi, emphasized the need for accurate information regarding the legal proceedings. Barrister Dederi explained that the Court of Appeal, in its judgment delivered on January 10, 2025, upheld the repeal of the Kano…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has reaffirmed his commitment to instilling discipline within the state’s civil service, emphasizing the critical role of Permanent Secretaries in ensuring effective governance. This was stated in a press release issued on Friday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. Speaking at an Iftar gathering with Permanent Secretaries, Governor Yusuf described them as the “engine room” of government operations. He noted that while he had the authority to replace all Permanent Secretaries upon assuming office, he chose not to, recognizing their institutional knowledge and indispensable role in governance. “I had the right…