Hisbah arrests seven suspected cross dressers in Kano
The Hisbah Corps in Kano has arrested seven individuals suspected of cross-dressing, citing violations of Sharia law. The arrests were carried out in different parts of the state, with the suspects taken into custody for questioning and further investigation. Officials stated that the crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to enforce moral and religious codes […]
INEC records 2.3 million new voter registrations as Osun, Imo, Kano lead
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that more than 2.3 million Nigerians have newly registered to vote in the ongoing nationwide voter registration exercise. According to the commission, Osun, Imo, and Kano States recorded the highest number of new registrations, reflecting strong public interest ahead of upcoming elections. INEC noted that the exercise […]
Unknown assailants murder two women, burn down house in Kano
Tragedy struck in Kano as two women were reportedly murdered by unknown assailants who also set their house on fire. Eyewitnesses said the attack occurred late at night, leaving neighbors in shock and fear. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the motive behind the brutal act. The victims, whose identities have not yet been […]
Police Recover Kano Deputy Governor’s Stolen Hilux, Arrest Driver
The police in Kano State have successfully recovered a Toyota Hilux belonging to the state’s Deputy Governor after it was reported stolen. According to the authorities, the recovery was made during an intelligence-led operation. The officers also arrested the driver who was allegedly involved in the disappearance of the vehicle. Security officials explained that investigations […]
Health experts advocate institutionalisation of malaria control plan in Kano
Health experts in Kano State have urged the government to institutionalise a long-term malaria control plan to reduce the disease burden in the state. According to them, malaria remains one of the leading health challenges in Kano, affecting thousands of people every year and putting pressure on hospitals and families. They stressed that a structured […]
CP urges discipline as over 1,000 police officers promoted in Kano
More than 1,000 police officers in Kano State have been promoted to higher ranks. The promotion ceremony took place on Monday and was led by the state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, who also decorated the officers. During the event, CP Bakori congratulated the officers and encouraged them to remain disciplined and committed to […]
Renowned Kano business mogul, Aminu Dantata, d!es at 94
A well-known businessman from Kano, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, has passed away at the age of 94. His death was officially shared on Saturday, June 28, by his personal secretary, Mustapha Abdullahi-Junaid. In a statement, Junaid said, “Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. With sadness, I share that our dear father, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, has died. […]
Court restricts tailor’s working hours over noise pollution
A magistrate court in Kano found a local tailor named Mubarak Yusuf guilty of causing environmental harm because the noise from his sewing machine and generator disturbed people living nearby. The Kano State Ministry of Environment took the case after many residents complained that the loud sounds, especially during nighttime, were bothering their peace and […]
Houses destroyed by windstorm in Kano
A strong windstorm has hit Bunkure Local Government Area in Kano State, causing serious damage to houses and forcing many people out of their homes. The storm mainly affected Sakafalle-Jalabi and Zangon Buhari villages in Kulluwa ward. Both mud and cement houses were damaged, and many zinc roofs were blown away. Luckily, nobody died, but […]
Nigeria experiencing state weaponization of poverty –Atiku
Nigeria is going through hard times, and many people believe poverty is being used in a dangerous way. Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), says the government is using poverty to control people. Atiku spoke at an event in Abuja on May 31 to mark the […]