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Kano Gov Sacks Head of Service

March 11, 2026 by admin

The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Yusuf, has relieved the state Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, of his appointment with immediate effect. The development was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Tofa. According to the statement, the decision is part of ongoing efforts by the administration to reposition the state civil service for greater efficiency, discipline, and improved service delivery across government institutions. The statement partly read, “The decision forms part of the ongoing efforts of the present administration to reposition the state civil service for greater efficiency, discipline, and improved service delivery across all government institutions.” The governor thanked the outgoing Head of Service for his contributions and dedication to the service of Kano State during his tenure. “We wish him the best in his future endeavours and pray for his continued success in all aspects of life,” the statement quoted the governor as saying. Yusuf also directed that the Permanent Secretary, Administration and General Services at the Cabinet Office, Bilkisu Maimota, should serve in an acting capacity pending the appointment of a substantive Head of Service. The statement added, “The governor has directed that Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, the Permanent Secretary, Administration and General Services at the Cabinet Office, should serve in an acting capacity pending the appointment of a substantive Head of Service.” The governor further directed Musa to hand over the affairs of the office to the acting Head of Service not later than Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The development comes amid recent political realignments in Kano following the governor’s defection from the New Nigeria Peoples Party to the All Progressives Congress, a move that has triggered adjustments across political and administrative structures in the state. The shift has led to a wave of repositioning among political appointees and government officials as the administration aligns with the new party structure while pursuing broader reforms within the state civil service. Punch

Kano Gov Commends Committee for Returning ₦100 Million Unused Uniform Funds

January 14, 2025 by admin

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has commended the committee responsible for the distribution of school uniforms to primary school pupils for returning ₦100 million of unspent funds from the ₦2 billion allocated for the project. Speaking at the distrobution of 798,000 school uniforms for Primary One pupils at the Kano Government House, Yusuf described the committee’s honesty as a testament to the transparency and accountability driving his administration. This was stated in a statement, issued by his spokesperson, Sanusi Tofa, on Tuesday. The statement reads, “The governor praised the committee, led by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Tajo Othman, for their patriotism and integrity.” He also revealed plans to distribute computers to secondary schools spread across the state, equipping students with digital literacy skills to prepare them for future opportunities. The governor appealed to wealthy individuals and corporate organizations to support government efforts in revitalizing education. He emphasised that while his administration is making great strides in the sector, even small contributions can make a significant difference in transforming lives. In his remark, the Chairman of Kano State Nigerian Union of Teachers, Baffa Garko, praised the governor’s commitment toward improving education, pledging the union’s full support for all initiatives in uplifting the sector. The event featured a mock Executive Council session, where pupils deliberated on key issues affecting the state, as well as a quiz competition on the role of social media in nation-building. Traditional dances and songs by NNPP supporters added value to the celebrations. Yusuf awarded ₦100,000 to winners in three categories during the event while the coaches of the mock Executive Council meeting received ₦500,000 each in recognition of their efforts. Punch

Jigawa Tanker Explosion: Kano Gov Donates N100M To Victims As Death Toll Hits 167

October 18, 2024 by admin

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has donated N100 million to assist the survivors and families of the deceased from the recent tanker explosion in Majiya town, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The tragic incident, which occurred on Tuesday night, claimed the lives of over 150 people and left more than 50 others injured. Governor Yusuf made this announcement during a sympathy visit to Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State in Dutse. Expressing his profound grief over the devastating event, Yusuf described the explosion as one of the greatest tragedies to befall Jigawa and Nigeria as a whole. What he said : “On behalf of the government and good people of Kano state, I’m here to commiserate with you over this unfortunate and tragic fire incident that cost the lives and properties of innocent citizens of your state in Majiya town of Taura local government. “It is unfortunate that the Jigawa government and indeed Nigeria lost over 100 lives of innocent citizens. “The people of Kano and Jigawa are brothers and sisters, therefore, on behalf of the government and good people the state, I wish to announce a token donation of N100 million so that the government can take care of victims at hospital, as well as the families of those that departed,” Yusuf said. What to know Governor Namadi, in his response, expressed deep gratitude to Governor Yusuf and the people of Kano for their generosity and compassion. “On behalf of the government and the people of Jigawa, I want to thank you for this show of solidarity and brotherhood. Your support means a lot to us during this difficult time,” said Namadi. The ill-fated event was caused by an overturned fuel tanker which exploded in northern Nigeria on Tuesday night, resulting in the deaths of at least 153 people who had gathered to collect leaking petrol. The explosion occurred in the town of Majia, Jigawa State, at approximately 23:30 local time, following the crash of the tanker, which had been en route from Kano to Nguru in Yobe State. Authorities had cordoned off the site and warned the crowd to stay away from the area, but were unable to disperse the growing number of people before the explosion occurred. According to police spokesman Lawal Shiisu Adam, officers attempted to control the situation, but the crowd continued to approach the tanker, leading to the tragic outcome. In addition to the fatalities, around 100 individuals were seriously injured and taken to nearby hospitals, with many in critical condition. The incident has prompted renewed concerns over safety measures and crowd control at accident scenes involving hazardous materials. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has also launched an investigation into the cause of the tanker explosion. In a statement, the NSIB Director of Public Affairs and Family Assistance, Mrs. Bimbo Oladeji, said the bureau is “aware of the tragic petrol tanker explosion” and is working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the accident. The investigation aims to prevent similar incidents in the future by identifying any lapses in safety protocols related to the transport of hazardous materials. Nairametrics

Kano Gov Sacks Head of Service

Kano Gov Commends Committee for Returning ₦100 Million Unused Uniform Funds

Jigawa Tanker Explosion: Kano Gov Donates N100M To Victims As Death Toll Hits 167

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