Tag: #Kano
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TROOPS RECOVER 147 LIVESTOCK, ARREST TWO SUSPECTS AFTER FOILING BANDITS’ ATTACK
Troops of the Joint Task Force in Kano have foiled a bandits’ attack and recovered 147 livestock along the Yankamaye-Rimaye axis on the Kano-Katsina border. According to a statement by the 3 Brigade Nigerian Army, troops acted on credible intelligence on July 15 indicating that armed bandits were moving rustled animals through the area. The…
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KANO CUSTODIAL CENTRE HONOURS 61 INMATES FOR MEMORIZING THE QUR’AN
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, has celebrated 61 inmates of the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Kurmawa, for successfully completing the memorisation and recitation of the Holy Qur’an. The command said the achievement reflects its commitment to rehabilitation and successful reintegration of inmates into society. According to the NCoS, the graduates—55 males and…
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52 KANO INMATES SIT FOR NECO, NBAIS EXAMS IN PUSH FOR REHABILITATION THROUGH EDUCATION
No fewer than 52 inmates in custodial centres across Kano State have commenced the 2026 NECO and National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS) examinations, highlighting the Nigerian Correctional Service’s commitment to rehabilitation through education. The Kano State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) said the candidates, comprising 41 male and 11 female…
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NSCDC TRAINS PRIVATE SECURITY OPERATIVES ON MODERN SECURITY TECHNIQUES IN KANO
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kano State has launched a one-week training programme for operatives of Private Guard Companies across the state. The State Commandant, Mohammed Hassan-Agalama, said the initiative is aimed at strengthening safety and improving the professional capacity of private security personnel in line with the NSCDC’s regulatory role.…
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KANO CENSORSHIP BOARD SUSPENDS TWO KANNYWOOD ACTORS OVER ALLEGED IMMORAL VIDEO
The Kano State Censorship Board has suspended two Kannywood actors from film production activities for one year over an alleged violation of censorship regulations. The affected actors have been identified as Amina Uba-Hassan and Adam Garba, according to a statement from the board’s spokesperson. The board said the suspension followed the release of a video…
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FG: NO CHILD SHOULD MISS SCHOOL OVER POVERTY — EDUCATION MINISTER
The Federal Government says no Nigerian child should miss school because of financial hardship. The Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, stated this during an inspection of schools under the AGILE programme in Kano State. She said government interventions, including education financing and skills programmes, are helping to reduce barriers to learning and…
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GHARI LGA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT, COMPLETES SCHOOL RENOVATION
Ghari Local Government Area in Kano State has restated its commitment to strengthening the education sector as a foundation for societal development. The Chairman of the council, Alhaji Hashimu Garba, said efforts will continue to improve learning conditions for students and teachers across the area. As part of ongoing projects, the council has completed the…
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FOOD SECURITY PUSH: FG AGENCY URGES FARMERS TO EMBRACE GM CROPS
The Director-General of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency, Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha, is urging farmers to adopt genetically modified (GM) technology to boost food production and income. Speaking at a sensitisation event in Kano, Mustapha said GM crops are safe, well-tested, and designed to increase yield while reducing reliance on harmful pesticides. He explained…
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INEC LAUNCHES MASSIVE VOTER ENLIGHTENMENT DRIVE IN KANO
Kano residents are urged to revalidate their PVCs and stay election-ready as INEC kicks off a week-long voter awareness campaign. The Independent National Electoral Commission has rolled out a seven-day voter enlightenment exercise at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, targeting eight metropolitan Local Government Areas. The aim: boost voter participation and ensure citizens update their registration…
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NEMA WELCOMES 522 STRANDED NIGERIANS HOME FROM NIGER
Another batch of returnees lands in Kano as government steps up voluntary repatriation and warns against risky migration journeys. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has received 522 stranded Nigerians repatriated from Niamey, Niger Republic, as part of ongoing voluntary return efforts. The group arrived at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport aboard 12 buses for…
