Kano, July 11, 2025 — The Kano State Coordinating Office of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has announced the seizure of fake and substandard medicines, as well as contaminated food items, valued at over ₦1.3 billion during recent enforcement operations across the state. The announcement was made on Thursday
In a fresh push to combat drug abuse among youths in Kano State, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), through its Strategic Command in the state, has announced a partnership with Mazaje Traditional Sport Promotion Limited, the promoters of the indigenous boxing sport known as “dambe.” The collaboration was formalised during a courtesy visit
Emergency responders in Kano State swiftly contained a potentially disastrous fuel tanker incident that occurred at Janbulo, within the Kano Metropolis, averting what could have been a major fire outbreak. The incident, which involved a fully loaded petroleum tanker experiencing a mechanical fault, triggered panic among residents and commuters in the area. However, prompt intervention
Kano – June 12, 2025 Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has commended the swift intervention of emergency response agencies for successfully averting a major fire disaster following a petrol tanker incident in the state. The near-tragedy occurred on Wednesday at a densely populated area in Kano metropolis when a loaded fuel tanker developed
The Kano State Police Command has reaffirmed its decision to maintain the ban on all forms of Durbar processions and related activities across the state during the forthcoming 2025 Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, citing serious security threats and credible intelligence reports pointing to possible disruptions of public peace. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the command stressed
KANO — In a move to bolster Nigeria’s cybersecurity capacity and foster innovation in digital security, the Federal Government has commissioned a state-of-the-art Cybersecurity Centre at Bayero University, Kano (BUK). The facility, which was officially handed over on Monday, represents a strategic investment in research, training, and national cyber defense capabilities. The centre is designed
In a spirited display of military excellence and public engagement, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base in Kano threw open its gates on Saturday as part of activities marking the 61st Anniversary of the Force. The open day event drew a large and enthusiastic crowd, offering civilians a rare glimpse into the world of aviation,
The Deputy Governor of Kano State has embarked on a crucial diplomatic mission to Edo State, leading a high-powered delegation to investigate the recent tragic killings that shook Uromi Village to its core.Arriving yesterday at the Benin Airport, the Kano delegation was received by senior Edo State government officials before proceeding to Government House for
In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through political circles, elder statesman Buba Galadima has raised alarm over what he describes as a sinister plot to plunge Kano State into chaos, with the ultimate goal of forcing a declaration of a state of emergency in the commercial nerve centre of northern Nigeria. Speaking to
A devastating fire broke out at the North-West University Kano city campus on Thursday, causing significant damage to property valued at millions of Naira. The blaze, which began around 11:20 am, primarily affected the offices of the Head of Department and lecturers in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) department. Fortunately, no lives were lost,
