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  • Kano: Customs generates N50.7bn from January to May

    Kano: Customs generates N50.7bn from January  to May

    Revenue

    By Aminu Garko

    Kano, June 6, 2024 (NAN) The Kano Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), said it generated a total of N50.7 billion from January to May as revenue.

    It said the amount generated was a testament to its intensified efforts to curb illegal trades and smuggling in the area.

    The Area Comptroller of Customs, Mr Dauda Chana, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kano on Thursday that the command was implementing measures to enhance security at the border posts.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Kano area command covers Kano and Jigawa.

    He explained that the area command would ensure  a 100 per cent physical examination of goods to prevent offensive items from entering the country.

    According to him, to combat smuggling, the command is engaging traditional rulers in border communities to encourage residents to provide valuable information on suspicious activities.

    “Strategic deployments of officers have also been made to apprehend those involved in illegal trades.

    “We remain resolute in our commitment to eradicating illegal activities that pose a threat to our society,“he  said.

    “This achievement demonstrates the command’s commitment to protecting Nigeria’s borders and economy, and its determination to surpass revenue targets,” he said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Ayodeji Alabi/Joseph Edeh

  • Economic Hardship : Group seeks salary cut for NASS members

    Economic Hardship : Group seeks salary cut for NASS members

    Salary

    By Aminu Garko

    Kano, May 6, 2024 ( NAN) An  advocacy group, Patriotic Volunteers for Good Governance, has called on the National Assembly members to take a pay cut that will reflect the present economic realities.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the group’s National President, Alhaji Usman Alhaji, made the plea at a news conference in Kano on Thursday.

    Alhaji said that politicians must lead by example by voluntarily reducing their salaries.

    He said the demand by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for a minimum wage of N494, 000 was unfair and insensitive to the current economic realities.

    The president urged the NLC to accept the federal government’s offer of N60, 000 to prevent job losses.

    Alhaji emphasised that the NLC’s demand might not be sustainable and would drain the country’s resources, leading to hyperinflation and stagflation.

    He called on labour leaders to consider the fate of other Nigerians and the social and economic repercussions of their demands.

    Alhaji advocated for a drastic reduction in the cost of governance, adding that the cost drains so much of the country’s wealth.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Dorcas Jonah/Joseph Edeh

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Yusuf empowers 465 street hawkers with N50,000

    Yusuf empowers 465
    street hawkers with N50,000
    Empowerment
    By Aminu Garko
    Kano, June 5, 2024 ( NAN)  Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State on Wednesday, empowered 465 street hawkers with N50,000 each to  support vulnerable groups, particularly youths and women.
    The  News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Yusuf at the presentation of cash to the beneficiaries,  said that the empowerment programme is  targeted at  nine clusters within Kano metropolis.
    He said that the exercise main aim is to enhance the beneficiaries’ trades and skills, promoting self-sufficiency and dignity.
    The beneficiaries, who specialises in hawking various items like car decorations, accessories and kitchen utensils, were commended by the Governor for their resilience and determination to earn a decent living.
    Yusuf emphasised his administration’s  priority to support vulnerable groups, including youths and women to improve their socio-economic status.
    “This initiative followed a previous empowerment programme for 5,200 women, who received N50,000 each, equivalent to N26 million.
    “The programme has yielded positive results with beneficiaries experiencing increased socio-economic status.
    The Governor urged the beneficiaries to utilise the funds judiciously, expanding their businesses to generate a positive multiplier effect in the community.( NAN)( www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Benson Iziama/Joseph Edeh
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  • Police arrest 19 suspects for alleged crimes in Kano

    Police arrest 19 suspects for alleged crimes in Kano

    Police

    By Aminu Garko

    Kano, June 5, 2024 (NAN) The Police in Kano StATE have arrested 19 suspects for alleged armed robbery, cattle rustling and kidnapping in different parts of the state.

    This is contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the spokesman of the command SP Abdullahi Kiyawa.

    Kiyawa gave the names of the suspects as:
    Auwal Fulani, aged 27 years old, Abdullahi Salisu, aged 28 years old, Halilu Adamu, aged 37 years old and Abdulkarim Harisu, aged 37 years old.

    Others were Alhassan Abubakar, aged 20 years old, Sani Abdullahi, aged 45 years old, Tasiu Jamilu, aged 25 years old, Sani Muhammad, aged 45 years old and Auwal Umar, aged 25 years old.

    He said the police also arrested Usman Abdullahi, aged 26 years old, Mustapha Umar, aged 25 years, Nazifi Abdullahi, aged 30, Isa Abbas, aged 21, Junaidu Hamisu aged 33, and Abdulrazak Aliyu, aged 22 years old.

    Kiyawa said the weapons recovered from the suspects included: 2 AK-47 rifles, one Smoke Pistol, one Pump Action rifle, 26 rounds of 7.2mm live ammunition, 17 live cartridges, 2 motor vehicles, 16 rams, dangerous weapons and house-breaking implements,

    He added that the feat was achieved through the efforts of the State Police Command in checkmating violent and criminal activities in all parts of the state to ensure the safety and security of the residents.

    Kiyawa said that the command’s robust crime prevention patrols led to the arrest of the suspects.

    He said all the suspects were presently undergoing detailed investigation at the Criminal Investigation Department of the command after which they would be charged to court.

    (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Nick Nicholas/Bashr Rabe Mani

  • NSCDC arrests 5 suspected vandals in Kano

    NSCDC arrests 5 suspected vandals in Kano

    Arrest

    By Aminu Garko

    Kano, June 5, 2024 ( NAN) The Nigeria Security Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested five suspects in Kano for alleged vandalism and theft.

    The Commandant of the Corps in Kano State, Mohammad Lawal-Falala, said this in a statement issued on Tuesday in Kano.

    He said the suspects were apprehended by the anti-vandalism unit of the corps during midnight patrols.

    Two suspects, Adnan Umar (26) and Musa Shuayb (24), were caught vandalising streetlight armored cables on IBB Way, Fagge/Kofar Wambai new market.

    He said they were also attempting to steal three rolls of copper wire.

    In a separate incident, according to him, three suspected motorcycle thieves, including a receiver of the stolen motorcycle were arrest by the corps.

    The suspects are Saminu Magaji (19), Haruna Idris (22), and Ahmed Abubakar (38), the receiver. The Commandant noted that two other suspects are still at large.

    He alleged that the suspects, who hail from Gwammaja, Dala LGA, Kano State, specialised into homes, stealing motorcycles and personal belongings.

    He said the suspects were being investigated and will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Uche Anunne

  • Strike successful in  Kano as federal, state secretariats empty, banks comply

    Strike successful in  Kano as federal, state secretariats empty, banks comply

    Strike

    By Aminu Garko

    Kano, June 3, 2024 ( NAN) The nationwide strike called by the organised labour recorded huge success in Kano on Monday as banks, civil servants and aviation staff stayed away from work.

    However, private schools were in session as their worker defied the strike instruction by the organised labour led by Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC).

    The correspondent of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN ) who monitored the situation reported that doors of banks and public looks were under lock and keys.

    At the Federal Secretariat, Kano, it was observed that federal servants were not on duty. A similar scenario was observed at the Audi Baki Kano State Secretariat complex.

    The Federal Secretariat houses the National Agency for Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and other Ministries, Agencies and Parastatals.

    At Malam Aminu Kano International Airport there were no flights except for those departing for the Holy Land for pilgrimage.

    Some private school workers told NAN that they were not part of the strike because they would not be affected by the new minimum wage if approved by the Federal Government. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Uche Anunne

     

  • Police foiled attempt to invade Kano APC Chairman’s residence – Statement

    Police
    By Aminu Garko
    Kano, June 2, 2024 (NAN) The Police Command in Kano says it foiled an attempt by  suspected thugs to invade the residence of Prince Abdullahi Abbas, Chairman of state’s chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
    A statement by its spokesman, Mr Abdullahi Kiyawa, said on Sunday in Kano that on May 31, at around 6 p.m., a distress call was received from Chiranchi junction in Gwale Local Government Area of the state.
    “It was reported that the thugs, armed with dangerous weapons, were pelting people with stones and attempting to enter the APC chairman’s house.
    A team led by the Divisional Police Officer, Gwale Division, responded swiftly and foiled the attempted invasion, restoring normalcy to the area.
    He said that no arrest was made but   investigation had revealed that the incident was a fight between two rival gangs, with the masterminds identified as Abdul’Yassar, Alias Jonny, Birbiri and Jinjiri Aljan.
    Kiyawa said that efforts to apprehend the suspects were in progress.
    “A round-the-clock patrol has been launched in the area to prevent further disturbances.
    “The police are working tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of all citizens in Kano State, and this swift and decisive action is a testament to their commitment to protecting the community,” he said.
    He assured the residents that the command was on top of the security situation
    ‘We have mapped out security measures to enable residents move on with their legitimate activities without threats to lives and property.
    ”We are  appealing to all law-abiding and peace-loving  residents to volunteer timely and credible information on the movement of suspected characters in their midst for prompt security action,” he added. (NAN) ( www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Yinusa Ishola/Joseph Edeh

  • Kano residents seek improved security amidst emirship tussle