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Kano State Reports Over 17,000 Cases of Childhood Pneumonia

Health officials in Kano express concern over rising childhood pneumonia cases.

Radio Kano station with solar panels and digital equipment.

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Kano State to Upgrade Radio Kano with Solar Power and Digital Technology

The Kano State Government plans to enhance Radio Kano’s services by switching to solar power and digital technology.

Kano Hisbah officials conducting an investigation

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Kano Hisbah Arrests Islamic Chemist Over Alleged Unauthorized Marriage

A young Islamic chemist in Kano is arrested for his role in an unauthorized marriage.

Police officers conducting a rescue operation in Kano State.

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Kano APC Chairman Freed After 68 Days in Kidnappers’ Custody

Abdullahi Alasan Beli, the APC chairman in Rogo, was rescued by police after two months of captivity.

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Deputy Senate President Announces 85 Recipients of Postgraduate Scholarships

Senator Barau Jibrin reveals names of students awarded scholarships for Master’s programs.

Children receiving polio vaccination in Kano State.

Health News

Kano State Plans Polio Vaccination for Over 3 Million Children

Kano State aims to vaccinate over 3 million children against polio in a targeted campaign starting November 7.

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Two Men Sentenced to Death in Kano for Murdering Employer and Burning Body

A Kano State High Court has sentenced two men to death for killing their employer and attempting to hide the crime.

News Politics

Kano Assembly Approves State Police Bill and Cuts Budget by ₦266 Billion

The Kano State House of Assembly has passed a bill for state police and reduced the 2026 budget.

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Transport Fares Cut by Up to 50% with New CNG Buses in Nigeria

The Nigerian government reports significant fare reductions on public transport due to CNG-powered buses.

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf speaking at the APC campaign council inauguration.

News Politics

Kano Governor Promises Positive Campaign for APC Ahead of 2027 Elections

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf emphasizes an issue-focused campaign for the APC in Kano.

Construction of the Kaduna-Kano railway project

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Kaduna-Kano Railway Project Nears Completion at 90 Percent

The Kaduna-Kano railway project is almost finished, with only a small section left to complete.

Newly commissioned electricity substation in Kano State

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Kano State Boosts Electricity Supply with Four New Substations

The Federal Government has launched four new substations in Kano to enhance power supply capacity.

Newly commissioned power substation in Kano

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New Power Substations Opened in Kano to Boost Electricity Supply

Four new transmission substations in Kano will enhance electricity capacity by 544MW.

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf speaking at a sanitation event.

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Minister Praises Kano for Efforts in Environmental Cleanliness

David Umahi commends Kano State’s initiatives for a cleaner environment and urges other states to follow suit.

President Bola Tinubu campaigning in Kano

News Politics

Kano Votes Will Be Crucial for Tinubu in 2027 Presidential Election

President Bola Tinubu aims to improve his 2023 vote count in Kano as the 2027 election approaches.

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf during a public event.

Health News

Kano State Shuts Down Over 35 Private Health Facilities for Violations

The Kano State government has closed more than 35 private health facilities due to safety violations.

News Politics

Kano Entertainer Jamilu Garko Rejects Campaign Council Role

Jamilu Garko turns down an appointment in Governor Yusuf’s campaign council, citing lack of consultation.

Five candidates from the Nigeria Democratic Congress in Kano State.

News Politics

NDC Candidates in Kano Accuse Kwankwasiyya Movement of Intimidation Ahead of 2027 Elections

Five candidates from the Nigeria Democratic Congress in Kano claim they face harassment from the Kwankwasiyya Movement.

Kano State Police Command recovering stolen vehicles

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Kano Police Arrest Four Suspects and Recover Three Stolen Vehicles

Four suspects were arrested in Kano State, and three stolen vehicles were recovered in recent police operations.