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Kano Recruits 400 Maths Teachers to Boost Education
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf delivers on his promise, presenting appointment letters to 400 new mathematics teachers to address subject gaps and improve student performance.
Hisbah arrests 7 cross-dressers, seals Kano joint
Kano Hisbah Board arrested seven suspected cross-dressers during a late-night raid on a popular joint. The teenagers from three states face allegations of immoral activities. Read more about the ongoing crackdown.
Kano Governor Establishes Gaya Polytechnic
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the establishment of Gaya Polytechnic in Kano State, creating new technical education opportunities for Nigerian youth. Discover how this initiative will drive economic growth.
Kano Businessman's Two Wives Killed, Bodies Burned
Unknown assailants murdered two co-wives of Kano businessman Alhaji Ashiru Shu'aibu in Unguwar Tudun Yola. Police confirm investigation ongoing. Read details.
Kano Governor Awards Scholarships to 350 Students
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has sponsored 350 Kano indigenes for postgraduate studies abroad in India, Uganda, and Malaysia. The initiative aims to boost human capital development.
N120m Lost in Kano Market Fire, 44 Shops Destroyed
Massive fire destroys Singa Market in Kano, gutting 44 shops and goods worth millions. Trader Alhaji Salisu Abdullahi loses N120 million. Read full details on the devastating incident.
Kano Deputy Governor's stolen vehicle recovered
Police in Kano recover stolen Toyota Hilux belonging to Deputy Governor Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo. Government House driver arrested in connection with the theft. Read latest developments.
Kano Gov Approves Veterinary Bonding Programme
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved enrollment of indigenous veterinary students into state bonding program with monthly stipends. Screening begins November 11th.
Bandits kidnap 5 nursing mothers in Kano
Bandits attacked Shanono, Kano, kidnapping five nursing mothers and discarding their babies. Community leader pleads for urgent government intervention as security fails.
Man Dies in Rivers Brothel, Suspect in Custody
A man has died under mysterious circumstances at a Diobu brothel. Police confirm arrest and investigation. Read the latest on this crime and the escalating banditry in Kano.
Police arrest suspect in Rivers orphan's rape-murder case
Rivers State Police Command makes breakthrough arrest in tragic case of 20-year-old orphan Mercy Peter, bringing hope for justice in brutal rape and murder investigation.
Ondo Police Arrest Car Thief Using Sedative-Laced Drink
Ondo State Police apprehend suspect who allegedly stole a vehicle after plying the owner with alcohol mixed with sleeping pills. Full details of the cunning operation revealed.
Ogun Police Bust Cameroonian Human Trafficking Ring
Ogun State Police Command has dismantled a sophisticated Cameroonian human trafficking syndicate, rescuing multiple victims in a major operation that exposes cross-border criminal networks.
Kano Sharia Court Judge Demoted Over Financial Misconduct
In a significant move against corruption, the Kano State Judicial Service Commission has demoted a Sharia Court Judge and dismissed several court officials over serious financial misconduct allegations.
Kano Police Bust SIM Card Syndicate, Recover ₦17M
Kano State Police Command has dismantled a sophisticated SIM card syndicate, arresting six suspects and recovering over ₦17 million in a major crackdown on telecommunications fraud.
US arrests Nigerian in Germany's €300M fraud case
American law enforcement has apprehended a Nigerian national and four accomplices wanted by Germany for orchestrating a massive €300 million fraud scheme spanning multiple countries.
Woman Beaten to Death Over Car Damage in Ajah
Shocking incident in Lagos as a young woman loses her life after allegedly damaging a man's vehicle, sparking outrage and raising questions about mob justice in Nigeria.
Two Children Drown in Kano Well Tragedy
Heartbreaking incident in Kano as two young children lose their lives after falling into an uncovered well. Details emerge about the community's tragic loss and safety concerns.
Rwandan Ambassador Revitalizes Historic Palma House in Kano
In a landmark ceremony, Rwanda's Ambassador to Nigeria revitalizes the century-old Palma House, marking a new chapter in cultural diplomacy and heritage preservation in Northern Nigeria.
Kano Mandates Monthly Security Meetings Across All LGAs
Kano State Government orders mandatory monthly security meetings at all local councils to address escalating security challenges through coordinated grassroots approach.
Gov Yusuf Wins SWAN Award for Sports Development
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf receives SWAN's Outstanding Award for exceptional contributions to sports development and infrastructure modernization in Northern Nigeria.
Gunmen Kill POS Operator in Kano Attack
Armed assailants have killed a POS operator during a violent robbery in Kano's Kumbotso area, leaving residents in fear as security concerns escalate.
Operation Know Your Neighbour Yields Results in Ebonyi
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps reports significant breakthroughs in crime prevention through community engagement and intelligence gathering in Ebonyi State.
Troops kill 19 bandits as terrorists attack Kano communities
In a significant security operation, Nigerian military forces have neutralized 19 armed bandits during intense confrontations, while separate terrorist attacks targeted communities in Kano State, leaving residents in panic.
Kwankwaso Warns of Political Crisis Over Injustice
Former Kano Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso warns of potential political crisis if perceived injustices against his supporters continue, raising tensions ahead of 2027 elections.
5 Years On: No Justice for Child Murdered by Ritualists
A Nigerian father recounts the horrific murder of his 7-year-old neighbor's daughter by suspected ritual killers as the case remains unresolved after five years of agony and unanswered questions.
Kano Varsity Denies ASUU's Financial Mismanagement Claims
Bayero University Kano refutes ASUU's claims of financial impropriety, defends management practices, and calls allegations 'misleading and unfounded' in latest education sector dispute.
Bandits Attack Kano Communities, Kill Three
Terror returns to Kano as bandits attack multiple communities, leaving three dead and residents fleeing. Latest security crisis unfolds in Northern Nigeria.
Kano man stabs father over second wife dispute
A heartbreaking family dispute in Kano turns deadly as a man allegedly murders his own father for refusing to support his plans to marry a second wife. Full details of this tragic incident.
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