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Kano PDP blames Ganduje for cracks at Gadon Kaya Underpass
Mukhtar Yahya Usman
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Kano state 2019 gubernatorial election, Abba Kabir Yusuf has distanced the Rabiu Musa Kwakwaso administration from the cracks developed by the diversion road at the Gadon Kaya Underpass.
KANO TODAY had reported that the road was closed on Sunday after it developed cracks following heavy rainfall.
Mr. Yusuf, in a press statement released by his spokesperson Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa said the Kwankwaso administration completed the Underpass construction while the accompanying diversion roads were executed by the Ganduje administration.
“Kano residents were eye witnesses when Ganduje’s administration coordinated the construction of the already cracked upstream diversion roads of the Prince Abubakar Audu Underpass at BUK Road by Gadon Kaya between 2016 and 2017.” Mr. Yusuf stated.
“For the avoidance of doubts, professionals in the construction industry knew that the sub project was handled improperly and with intention of manipulating space and budget to create corner shops for commercial purposes around the area, which is against the engineering standards for construction of mega projects of such nature.” He added.
Abba Kabir Yusuf, who was the commissioner for Works during the Kwankwaso administration also denied that the construction of the Prince Abubakar Audu Underpass costs N700m even though he did not state an alternative amount.
He however urged the media, civil society and the state assembly to inquire at the Ministry of Works, Housing and Transport as part of their responsibility on investigative journalism, budget tracking and oversight function respectively.
Ganduje to take note
Mr Yusuf added that the Ganduje administration should bury its head in shame for many failures associated with projects it executed within the span of its time, such as the structructural defects of Kofar Ruwa Underpass, Sharada/Panshekara Underpass and Gadon Kaya diversion roads.
He also expressed hope that the Dangi/Gyadi-Gyadi Underpass would not have the same fate in order to avert massive loss of lives and properties of innocent motorists and citizens.
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UNICEF applauds Kano State for enacting Child Protection Law, calls for effective implementation
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
United Nations Children’s Funds (UNICEF) has commended the Government and citizens of Kano State for the recent enactment of the Child Protection Law, signed into law by former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
KANO FOCUS reports that the commendation was contained in a statement issued by Samuel Kaalu UNICEF spokesperson in Kano.
The statement quoted Mr. Rahama R.M. Farah, Chief of UNICEF Field Office Kano, saying “The Kano State Child Protection Law is a remarkable achievement that benefits the children and people of Kano. It establishes a legal framework to ensure the protection of children’s rights within the state.
“Now that the law has been established, it is crucial to allocate the necessary resources and establish mechanisms for its effective implementation. We urge the new administration in Kano State to take this vital step and provide adequate resources to ensure the comprehensive enforcement of the law.
Mr. Farah added that with the enactment of this law, Kano State joins other states that have successfully incorporated the Nigeria Child Rights Act, originally enacted by the National Assembly in 2003, into their legal frameworks.
He said “It is important to note that this Act is derived from the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), of which Nigeria is a signatory. Extensive consultations were conducted with key stakeholders, including faith-based and community leaders, during the development of the bill.
“This collaborative effort ensured that the law reflects the values and aspirations of the people of Kano.”
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Aminu Abdullahi
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has implored the victims of the recent demolition exercise embarked upon by the Kano State government to seek legal redress while describing the action of the new NNPP administration as barbaric and unacceptable.
KANO FOCUS reports that the Ag. State Chairman of the opposition party, Shehu Maiagari made the condemnation while Speaking at a press conference held on Tuesday at the NUJ Press Centre, Kano.
The politician condemned the spate of demolition of business interests and property across the state by the Governor, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf.
“The action of the state government has brought unnecessary chaos, rampant vandalism, daylight robbery and grabbing of property belonging to innocent members of the Kano society” he lamented.
The opposition party insisted that the demolition has destroyed the means of livelihood of the people of the state while lamenting that it has equally tarnished the reputation of the state as a safe commercial centre for secured business investment.
The APC appealed to security agencies in the state to step up action and restore the people’s confidence in light of the shock they had experienced while imploring parents and guardians to caution their children against being used as agents of destruction by the state government.
“We assure the good people of the state of our prayers and support in this trying period; we also implore those affected directly or indirectly, to seek redress in the court of law,” they stated.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Kano State Governor Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the appointment of Alhaji Habu Muhammad Fagge as Executive Chairman, Kano State Pension Board Trustee.
KANO FOCUS reports that the appointment takes effect immediately as the governor directed for handing over and taking over within 24 hours.
A statement issued by Chief Press Secretary to the governor Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa said Alhaji Habu Fagge, a holder of Bsc Finance from Abraham Lincoln University, served two terms as Executive Chairman of Kano Internal Revenue Services.
The statement added that the new appointee had served Kano State as director finance, director planning, research and statistics and director other taxes.
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