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Kano Pays N15.67bn to Ex-Councillors, Ends Decade Wait

Kano State Government under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has settled N15.67 billion in outstanding gratuities to 3,472 former local government councillors. This act of justice, transcending party lines, brings closure after over a decade of neglect. Read the

Kwankwasiyya in Turmoil as Gov Yusuf Eyes APC

Political crisis hits the Kwankwasiyya movement as Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf prepares to defect to the APC for a second term bid, causing a major rift with his godfather, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Read the full details.

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf to Defect from NNPP to APC

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf is finalizing plans to defect from the NNPP to the ruling APC in January 2026, ending his long alliance with Rabiu Kwankwaso and reshaping the state's politics. Get the full details.

Kano Governor Plots Defection from NNPP to APC

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is reportedly finalising plans to defect from the NNPP to the ruling APC, a major political shift ahead of 2027. Grassroots leaders publicly back the move.

Kano Pays N15.6bn to Ex-Councillors, Upholds Justice

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's administration in Kano State has settled over N15 billion in unpaid entitlements to 3,472 former local government councillors. Discover how this act of justice transcends political lines.

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Wins National Award for Service

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State received the 2025 Nigeria Excellence Award in Public Service, a rare cross-party recognition for his work in education, health, and infrastructure. Read how his performance earned national acclaim.

Kano Buries Two State Lawmakers, Governor Yusuf Mourns

Kano State is in mourning as two NNPP lawmakers, Hon. Aminu Sa’ad Ungogo and Hon. Aliyu Sarki Daneji, were buried. Governor Abba Yusuf and NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso paid their last respects. Read more about the tragic losses.

Kano Governor Mourns Death of Two State Lawmakers

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf expresses profound shock over the sudden death of two serving assembly members, Hon. Sarki Aliyu and Hon. Aminu Sa'adu, on the same day. Our thoughts are with their families.

Yusuf Buhari's Simple Mosque Visit Trends Online

A Nigerian man's post about seeing Yusuf Buhari praying without fanfare at a university mosque has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions about humility and political legacies. Read the full story.

Nigeria's EV Future Depends on Power Infrastructure

Suleiman Yusuf, CEO of Bankrol Camel EV, states that scaling electric vehicle adoption in Nigeria requires massive investment in renewable energy and charging networks. Learn about the plans unveiled at the Abuja EV Fair.

Burkina Faso Releases 11 Nigerian Air Force Personnel

Burkina Faso has released 11 detained Nigerian Air Force pilots and crew. The release followed high-level diplomatic talks led by Nigeria's Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar. Read the full details of the resolution.

Nigeria Secures Release of 11 Officers from Burkina Faso

Nigeria's diplomatic mission led by Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar successfully secured the release of 11 Nigerian Air Force personnel detained in Burkina Faso. Read the full story on the diplomatic resolution.

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