Family of 7 Killed by Gunmen in Kano
A woman and her six children were brutally murdered in Kano. Police launch a manhunt. Read the shocking details and community reaction.
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Kano Killings: Death Toll Rises to Seven
Tragedy in Kano as seven family members, including an infant, are brutally murdered. Police launch investigation amid community fear. Get the latest details.
Mother, four children killed in Kano home attack
A housewife and her four children were murdered in Kano's Dorayi Chiranci. The infant was dumped in a well. Police are investigating the horrifying incident that has left the community in fear.
Hunter shoots colleague dead in Oyo forest
Police in Oyo State arrest hunter Waheed Rasaki for allegedly killing colleague Femi Oyedepo during a hunting trip. Separate student killing also reported. CP Haruna assures public of commitment to law and order.
Woman dies after surgeons leave scissors in her stomach
Aishatu Umar, a mother of five, has died in Kano after a pair of surgical scissors was left inside her abdomen for four months. Her family demands justice and a government investigation into the medical negligence.
Police Investigate Assault on Singer Portable in Custody
Ogun State Police Command launches internal inquiry after video shows Afrobeats star Portable being assaulted while detained. Authorities condemn the act, promising sanctions.
Ogun Couple Dies in Domestic Violence Tragedy
Ogun State Police investigate a tragic domestic violence case where a wife was stabbed by her husband, who later died in a suspected suicide. Details inside.
Saudi Org Opens Major Orphanage, Mosque in Kano
The Albidairi Foundation from Saudi Arabia has inaugurated a large orphanage and mosque in Kano to tackle out-of-school children. Governor Yusuf calls it a timely intervention. Read more.
Group Slams Kwankwaso for Interfering in Kano Govt Probes
Kano People’s Rights Alliance accuses Senator Kwankwaso of undermining Governor Yusuf's anti-corruption drive. Read the full details on the N440m drug and N660m borehole contracts under investigation.
Kano to Conduct Census of Tertiary Institutions
Kano State Bureau of Statistics announces a comprehensive 10-day census of all tertiary institutions starting January 14. The data will guide policy and resource allocation for better education outcomes.
Man Sentenced to Death for Killing Newborn in Kano
A Kano High Court has sentenced Abubakar Alhaji Sabo to death by hanging for the murder of his infant son. Read the shocking details of the case and the court's verdict.
Two-Year-Old Boy Dies After Falling Into Well in Kano
A two-year-old boy has died after falling into an open well in Kano State. Authorities urge residents to cover wells to prevent future tragedies. Read more.
Drug Smugglers Arrested at Kano Court
Kano Correctional Service arrests two for attempting to smuggle Indian hemp to inmates at Nomansland Court. Suspects handed to NDLEA. Read the full story.
Kano Gov Yusuf's APC Defection Plan 'Irreversible'
Governor Abba Yusuf's planned move from NNPP to APC is final, sources confirm. The defection includes most lawmakers and LG chairmen, reshaping Kano's political landscape. Read the full details.
Yusuf's Grand 2026 New Year Countdown in Kano
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf ushered in 2026 with hundreds of thousands at Kano's Mahaha Square. He pledged renewed development, youth empowerment, and unity for the state. Read more.
Kano Governor Signs N1.47 Trillion 2026 Budget
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed Kano's N1.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill, the first trillion-naira budget in Northern Nigeria. The budget focuses on infrastructure and inclusive growth.
Kano Approves N6.9bn for Critical State Projects
Kano State Executive Council greenlights N6.9 billion for roads, drainage, water, and youth empowerment projects to boost development and welfare across the state.
Yusuf Leads Kano's Grand 2026 New Year Celebration
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf joined hundreds of thousands at Mahaha Square for Kano's grand New Year 2026 countdown. He pledged renewed development and unity for the state. Read more about the festive event and his promises.
Kano Governor Abba Yusuf, Kwankwaso Fall Out After 40 Years
Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and his mentor Rabiu Kwankwaso are in a major political rift. The crisis, fueled by a rumoured defection to the APC, is shaking the NNPP and Kano politics ahead of 2027. Read the full story.
Three Arrested for Murder of NSCDC Officer in Kano
Three suspects arrested for stabbing NSCDC officer AbduRauf Shariff to death in Kano. The officer was attacked while preventing phone snatching. Read the full details.
Kano Approves ₦6.9bn for Key Development Projects
Kano State Executive Council greenlights over ₦6.9 billion for infrastructure, empowerment, and anti-corruption initiatives. See the full project breakdown and new bills.
Appeal Court Upholds Death Sentence for Hanifa's Killer
The Court of Appeal in Kano has dismissed the appeal by Abdulmalik Tanko, affirming his death sentence for the murder of 5-year-old Hanifa Abubakar. Read the full details and public reactions.
Kano Gov to Honour Late Lawmakers, Youth Caution Deputy
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf announces plans to honour two deceased Kano Assembly members. Meanwhile, a youth group warns Deputy Governor Aminu Gwarzo against disloyalty, citing threats to political stability.
Kano Youth Warn of Crisis Over Deputy Governor's Actions
Kano Youth Mobilization for Change raises alarm over political rift between Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and Deputy Aminu Gwarzo, warning it threatens state stability. Read their full statement.
Man, 25, arrested for stabbing friend to death in Kano
Kano police confirm arrest of Mustapha Isma'il for allegedly killing his friend Halifa after a quarrel in Sheshe. The suspect has pleaded guilty. Police urge youths to avoid violence.
Yusuf Signs N1.477 Trillion 2026 Budget in Kano
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed a record N1.477 trillion 2026 budget into law. The 'Budget of Infrastructure and Consolidation' focuses on education, health, and capital projects. Read details.
Kano Governor Signs ₦1.477 Trillion 2026 Budget
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed the amended ₦1.477 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill for Kano State, prioritizing capital projects to improve living standards and infrastructure.
Kano Inland Container Depot Sees Terminal Record Growth
APM Terminals marks 10 years of its Kano ICD, reporting expansion to 11 shipping lines and 600 monthly containers. The company aims to restore Kano's historic role as a major trade hub for Niger and Chad. Read more.
Hisbah arrests 9 over 'good evening' activities in Kano
Kano State Hisbah Board operatives have arrested eight teenage girls and one young man for alleged involvement in 'good evening' street activities. The suspects were nabbed in coordinated end-of-year raids. Read full details.
Nasarawa, Kano Pass 2026 Budgets Totalling Over N2trn
Governor Abdullahi Sule signs Nasarawa's N545.2bn 2026 budget, while Kano Assembly passes a historic N1.47trn spending plan. Details on allocations and legislative actions inside.
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