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Ganduje re-appoints suspended district head as chairman of Kano Contributory Healthcare board

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By Nasiru Yusuf

Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has reappointed the suspended district head of Tudun Wada local government, Dankadan Kano, Dr Basheer Mohammed Dankadai, as the Chairman of the Board of Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency.

Mr Dankadai was suspended by Emir of Rano, for his refusal to pay homage to newly created Rano emirate, and instead pledged allegiance to the Emir of Kano Muhammad Sanusi II.

A trained medical doctor, Mr Dankadai was a pioneer chairman of Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency.

The governor has also appointed Executive Secretary of the agency Dr Halima Muhammad Mijinyawa as the Secretary of the Board.

Other members of the Board include Halima Musa Yakasai, who is the representative of the State Ministry of Health, Musa Namadi Karefa, (Director Salary) is the representative of the Office of the Head of Service and Tayyeb Na’Abba (Director Budget) is the representative of the State Ministry of Budget and Planning.

The remaining are representative from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), a representative of Trade Union Congress (TUC), Hafsat Kolo is the representative of the Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), and Muhammad Isyaku Yammedi, is the representative of National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).

The rest are Dr Maryam Muhammad Suleiman, who is the representative of Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), a representative of Joint National Public Service Negotiation Council, Hadiza Salisu Rogo and Yakubu Abdullahi Esq.

Representatives of some agencies whose names were not given, would be provided later by the affected agencies and/or bodies.

The governor congratulated all the appointees over their appointments, and charged them to maintain their zeal and commitment towards having a more robust contributory agency, for the overall development of the health sector.

“I want also call their attention to prove to all that, this initiative is  worth doing in our state. We also want prove to all that the law that establishes this Agency is people-centred and workable,” he said.

Governor Ganduje added that all those that were appointed in the Board, have proven track record, which paves way for their new appointments, assuring that “we are certain that they will also comply with the global best practice in the dis discharge of their responsibilities.”

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Salary fraud: Kano uncovers N28m in local government payroll

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Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim

The Kano State Government has uncovered irregularities in the payroll system of local government councils, as no fewer than 247 staff members were discovered to have either retired from service or died.

KANO FOCUS reports that the discovery revealed that the names of the affected local government staff have been appearing in the payroll and their salaries are running.

A statement by the Press Secretary, Office of the Secretary to the State GovernmenMusa Tanko Muhammad, said these fraudulent salary payments amount to a sum of ₦27,824,395.40 for March 2025 alone.

“In a decisive move towards cleansing the state payroll, the Kano State Government has recorded a major milestone in its ongoing efforts to reform the salary administration system within the state civil service.

“Arising from the validation exercise, a disturbing irregularity was uncovered within the payroll system of local government councils.

“The findings revealed that 247 individuals have either retired from service or died yet, have been appearing in the payroll and their salaries running. These fraudulent salary payments amount to a sum of ₦27,824,395.40 for the month of March, 2025 alone.

“In a prompt and effective response and while further due diligence is being conducted to determine the extent of this apparent fraud and the perpetrators, the amount has been recovered and returned to the Local Government Treasury,” the statement said.

According to the statement, the recovery underscores the administration’s dedication at entrenching governance, transparency, and responsible management of public resources.

“The government remains resolute in its commitment to purging the payroll system of irregularities.

“Individuals found to be involved in this fraudulent activity will be identified and held fully accountable in accordance with the law,” the statement added.

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Governor Yusuf Signs Laws Establishing Four New Agencies in Kano

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Mukhtar Yahya Usman

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has signed into law four landmark bills that establish new agencies designed to strengthen institutional frameworks and accelerate sustainable development across the state.

The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.

The newly signed laws provide for the establishment of the following agencies:

1. Kano State Protection Agency (KASPA)

2. Kano State Signage and
Advertisement Agency (KASIAA)

3. Kano State Information and Communication Technologies Development Agency (KASITDA)

4. Kano State Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (KASMEDA)

These laws, which are now part of the Kano State legal framework, are expected to stimulate innovation, support small businesses, regulate signage and advertising, and enhance public protection and service delivery.

Governor Yusuf described the signing as a significant step toward realizing his administration’s vision of a modern, inclusive, and economically vibrant Kano.

He emphasized that the new agencies will play a crucial role in job creation, investment attraction, and the efficient implementation of government initiatives.

“Our mission is to lay a solid foundation for a greater Kano. These laws go beyond policy — they are key instruments of transformation that will help drive our development agenda,” the Governor stated.

He also issued a strong warning that violations of the provisions of these laws will be met with strict penalties, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring compliance.

The establishment of these agencies reflects Governor Yusuf’s continued efforts to reform public institutions, improve governance, and position Kano as a leading center for innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable growth.

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UTME: Kano suspends end of month sanitation exercise

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Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim

 

In a bid to ensure the smooth conduct of the ongoing Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination, the Kano State Government has temporarily suspended the April 2025, End of month sanitation exercise.

 

KANO FOCUS reports that this decision was taken after careful consideration and consultation with relevant stakeholders, in an effort to allow students of Kano State to write their examination without any hitches.

 

In a statement issued by the Director Public Enlightenment of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Ismail Garba Gwammaja has quoted the Commissioner of Environment and Climate Change Dr. Dahiru M. Hashim saying that:

 

“The suspension is aimed at preventing any potential disruptions to the examination process and ensuring that candidates can sit for their exams without any hindrance.”

 

The Commissioner assured residents that the suspension is temporary for this month, and that the sanitation exercise will resume in its full force next month May 2025, in the state.

 

The Commissioner however, appeals to residents to cooperate with the authorities and understand the rationale behind this decision.

 

“We are committed to maintaining a clean and healthy environment, and we will work tirelessly to ensure that our sanitation activities do not conflict with other important events in the state,” the commissioner said.

 

While Commending the residents for their understanding and cooperation to the present administration, urged them to continue to avoid indiscriminate dumping of waste and cooperates with our sanitation staff to ensure clean and healthy environment always, and pray for the successful conduct of students who will sit for the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

 

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