The Kano State Government has taken decisive action to address the recent protests that resulted in senseless killings and looting of public buildings. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Director-General, Media and Publicity, Malam Sunusi Bature made the announcement on Monday at Government House in Kano. Bature said a commission of inquiry has been established … Read more
A Federal High Court in Kano nullified Muhammad Sanusi II’s reinstatement as Emir, with the Kano State Government planning to appeal the decision. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Federal High Court sitting in Kano on Thursday nullified the reinstatement of Muhammad Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano. This judgment comes barely a month … Read more
The Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, has instructed the Police to remove the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado, from the Nasarawa Palace. Eko Hot Blog reports that the government said the palace is set to be demolished to allow for a reconstruction and renovation. This development follows the judgement of a federal high court … Read more
A Federal High Court in Kano upheld the deposed Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero’s rights to movement and civil liberty. The court ordered the Kano State Government to pay N10 million in damages to the former Emir. Justice Simon Amobeda confirmed the court’s jurisdiction, citing the abuse of fundamental human rights. EKO HOT … Read more
Sanusi Lamido Arrives Kano, Set To Receive Emir Appointment. He was honored with a homecoming reception and will attend a mini-durbar ceremony. Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, reappointed Lamido four years after he was dethroned by former governor Abdullahi Ganduje. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the reinstated Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido, has arrived at the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has announced the sack of five Emirs appointed by former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje. The governor stated this on Thursday while addressing journalists after signing the Emirate Council Law at the Government House in Abuja. Yusuf directed the sacked monarchs to vacate official residences … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Kano State Government has dismissed viral reports that a journalist, Naziru Idris Ya’u, was hit by a stray bullet at the State Government House. The government’s clarification was coming amid recent reports about a stray bullet incident involving a journalist working with Abubakar Rimi Television station (ARTV), at the … Read more
Abdullahi Maikaba, the technical adviser of Kano Pillars, plans to resign. His tenure has seen Pillars struggle, currently sitting in 9th place in the NPFL. Maikaba cites insufficient funding and support as key challenges. Eko Hot Blog reports that Abdullahi Maikaba, the technical adviser of Kano Pillars, has expressed his intention to resign from his … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Kano High Court has fixed April 17, 2024, as the date to arraign the immediate past Governor of the state, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, his wife, and six others. The accused persons will be arraigned on eight-count charges concerning dollar bribery, diversion, and misappropriation of funds, including alleged $413,000 and N1.38bn … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Kano state government has recently filed a legal suit against the Federal Government, raising concerns of alleged intimidation directed towards the state’s Anti-corruption Commission (PCACC). The government claims that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), and Code of Conduct Bureau have engaged in actions … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a Federal High Court sitting in Kano has scheduled a new date for the commencement of hearings into the enforcement of the Fundamental Human Rights of former Governor Umar Abdullahi Ganduje in the case of alleged stockpiling of dollars in a viral video. According to Daily Post, the court has … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Kano State Government has withdrawn its suit before the Federal High Court, Kano, aiming to stop the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from investigating former governor Abdullahi Ganduje. A letter signed by the Kano Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Haruna Isa Dederi, dated 4th July 2023, and addressed to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Executive Governor of Kano state, His Excellency Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has announced the first set of principal appointments into his administration. EDITOR’S PICKS From Interim Gov To Arrest: Hit And Miss Prophecies On Tinubu’s Inauguration Tenure Over: Buhari Leaves Abuja, Heads For Daura Inauguration Speech: Tinubu Unveils Economic … Read more
The Kano Government has stepped forward to address the controversy surrounding the leaked phone call between Ganduje and Masari about President-elect Bola Tinubu. The government described the leaked phone conversation as misleading and deceitful. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kano State Government has condemned the “mischievous” efforts made by social media and online publications in … Read more
The Kano State Government has warned Governor-elect Abba Yusuf to refrain from making official pronouncements to avoid causing confusion during the transition period. The government has clarified that Abdullahi Ganduje remains in charge until May 29th. The advisory issued by the governor-elect has generated tension in the state, and individuals and organizations who acquired land … Read more
Kano State Government has approved the adjustment of 2021/2022 school calendar in the state because of the forthcoming Ramadan …the change was made in response to parents’ and other stakeholders’ demands that the government allows their children to fast completely at home during the summer vacation, given the month’s significance EDITOR’S PICK: I Cried Every … Read more
The abductors demanded a ransom of ₦6million but went ahead to kill her after receiving the money EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kano State Government has ordered the immediate closure of a private school, Noble Kids Academy, in Nassarawa Local Government Area of the state, where abductors of a pupil, Hanifa Abubakar, were said … Read more
EFCC has arrested Former Governor Kwankwaso. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Saturday, grilled the former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, over allegations of abuse of office, diversion of public funds and fraudulent allocation of government properties to cronies. This online news platform reports that the former … Read more
A 14-year-old girl has become Kano Governor. EKOHOTBLOG reports that a 14-year-old girl, Atika Aminu Yankaba, assumed office as the governor of Kano State on Monday. Yankaba became the governor of the state for 20 minutes on Monday to mark the 2021 International Girl Child Day organized between High-Level Women Advocacy and UNICEF Speaking … Read more
Abdullahi Ganduje, Govenor of Kano has said the country Can’t Progress With Current Level Of Corruption. He also added that there wouldn’t be any sacred cow in the fight against Corruption in the state. Governor of Kano State, Northwest, Nigeria, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has said Nigeria cannot progress with the level of corruption in … Read more