The Kwankwasiyya movement has announced plans to take further action following the disqualification of the New Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship candidate in Kano State. The development has raised fresh concerns about the party’s participation in the forthcoming governorship election, with the movement weighing its options over the decision. Speaking on Arise Television, Habibu Mohammed, spokesperson
The Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Fire Service, Saminu Yusif Abdullahi, has died. Abdullahi reportedly died in Kano on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He was widely known for providing regular updates on fire outbreaks, rescue operations and other emergencies handled by the state fire service. Abdullahi was buried at about 8:30 a.m. on
Former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has condemned the killing of social media political commentator Ibrahim Khalil Danshagamu, describing the incident as deeply disturbing. Danshagamu was reportedly killed at his residence in Gaida, Kumbotso Local Government Area of the state. Reacting to the incident, Gwarzo expressed concern over the circumstances surrounding the
Suspected kidnappers have killed the All Progressives Congress (APC) chairman in Rantan Ward, Bebeji Local Government Area of Kano State, Alhaji Garba Buba, during an overnight attack on the community. The assailants reportedly stormed Rantan on Sunday night and opened fire, leaving Buba and another resident, Sulaiman Zunduma, dead. A resident, Hamza Isah Rantan, confirmed
One person was killed while three others sustained injuries after a 34-year-old man allegedly opened fire during a marriage ceremony at Tudun Yola Quarters in Kano. The incident occurred on August 16, 2026, when the suspect, identified as Rabiu Mukthar, allegedly fired at people gathered at the event. Kano State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP
A young inmate, Shamsu Muhammad, has died after sustaining a serious leg injury while in custody at the Gwauron Dutse Correctional Centre in Kano State, with his family and the Nigerian Correctional Service giving conflicting accounts of what led to the incident. According to a report by Freedom Radio, Shamsu was allegedly bitten on the
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has urged legal practitioners across the country to remain committed to the principles of justice, rule of law and democratic values as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections. The governor made the call while emphasising the critical role of lawyers in protecting democratic institutions and ensuring that justice