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Sex-for-marks: How we caught Kano Poly lecturer–Muhuyi
By Mukhtar Yahya Usman
Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) Muhyu Magaji has explained how the commission organized a sting operation that led to the arrest of Ali Shehu, a lecturer at the Kano State School of Technology, who pleaded guilty to sexually harassing a female student.
Speaking to journalists at his office, Mr Magaji said his agency first received a complaint from the female student (name withheld), who alleged that Mr Shehu had been pestering her for sex in exchange for passing her in her exams.
He said the female student reported that the lecturer, who is attached to the Computer Science department had been communicating with her through online messaging platform Whatsapp and threatening her if she did not accept his sexual demands.
Mr Magaji added that the student recorded all the conversations she had with the lecturer and reported him to the commission after he asked her to meet with him in person.
“That was when the commission arranged its men and attached them to the student to follow her to where he asked her to meet him.
“When our people arrived at the meeting point, they saw the lecturer already waiting for the student, with her exams booklet in his hands, ready to award her marks once she accepted his amorous demands,” he said.
Earlier, Mr Magaji noted that his agency had gotten the support of Mr Shehu’s employers on the activities of the randy lecturer and the efforts to arrest him.
Kano Focus recalls that the sex pest was nabbed at Ummi Plaza by the anti-corruption agency officials, who caught him red handed allegedly inserting his hands in his victim’s private part.
Meanwhile, the Kano State Polytechnic (to which School of Technology is attached) has set up a committee to investigate Mr Shehu, who was remanded in prison custody by a magistrate court after he pleaded guilty to sexual harassment and breach of trust.
Rector of the Polytechnic, Mukhtar Atiku Kurawa told Kano Focus in an exclusive interview that the committee would also investigate another lecturer Aminu Chedi who is accused of extorting money from students.
Mr Chedi is standing trial for a one count charge of collecting gratification in the course of carrying out his official duty.
Mr Kurawa a professor of Chemistry urged all staff of the Kano state Polytechnic to desist from all evil acts that may tarnish their image, and their reputations.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Civil Society Action Coalition on Education for All (CSACEFA), Kano State Chapter, has elected Hassan Ibrahim Gama as its new State Coordinator.
KANO FOCUS reports that Gama emerged unopposed during the coalition’s 2026 state election, which was described as peaceful and transparent.
The election was conducted by an election committee chaired by Dr. Auwalu Halilu, who said the exercise marked another milestone in strengthening the coalition’s leadership and its commitment to promoting inclusive and quality education in Kano State.
Other officers elected are Mahdi Abdullahi, Deputy Coordinator; Sunusi Hashim, Secretary; Dr. Abubakar I. Hassan, Assistant Secretary; Ghazali I. U., PRO I; Abdulbaki Mohd, PRO II; and Muhammad Abdullahi, PRO III.
Others are Garba Hamma Dikko, Provost; Rukayya Abdulrahman, Financial Secretary; Saratu Maigida, Treasurer; and Suleiman Zubair, Auditor.
Halilu expressed appreciation to the CSACEFA National Secretariat, represented at the election by its Policy Advisor, Mrs Ordinaka, for the guidance and support provided throughout the electoral process.
He also commended members of the election committee, CSACEFA Kano members and other stakeholders for their cooperation in ensuring the success of the exercise.
The election committee chairman congratulated the newly elected leadership and urged them to build on the achievements of the coalition by strengthening civil society participation, advocacy, accountability and strategic partnerships.
He tasked the new executives with working towards improving education service delivery and advancing the Education for All agenda in Kano State.
The former Kano State Coordinator of CSACEFA, Prof. Muhammad Bello Shitu, and the Kano State Chairman of the School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) Alhaji Tijjani Haladu Baraya, were among the dignitaries who supervised the conduct of the election.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the Hausa people as important pillars of Nigeria’s unity and progress.
KANO FOCUS reports that the President said the Hausa language had grown beyond its traditional boundaries to become a major language of unity and commerce across the world.
Tinubu stated this in a message posted on his verified Facebook account on the occasion of Hausa Day, being celebrated at the historic Daura Palace.
“The Hausa people are great pillars that play a vital role in the unity and progress of Nigeria,” the President said.
He added that “the Hausa language, without doubt, has flourished and has become a major language of unity and commerce across the world.”
The President congratulated the Hausa community on the occasion, describing the celebration at Daura Palace as an important event.
“I congratulate the vast Hausa community on the occasion of Hausa Day, which is being celebrated at the historic Daura Palace today,” Tinubu said.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has urged Muslims across the state and Nigeria to emulate the exemplary life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as they commemorate Maulud.
KANO FOCUS reports that the governor made the call in a statement issued by his spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday.
Yusuf congratulated Muslims on the occasion and urged them to use the celebration to reflect on the life and teachings of the Prophet, particularly his virtues of peace, justice, compassion, honesty, patience and tolerance.
He called on Muslims to demonstrate these values in their daily lives while promoting peaceful coexistence, unity and mutual respect among people of diverse backgrounds.
The governor also urged parents, religious leaders and community elders to intensify efforts to educate younger generations on the teachings and exemplary conduct of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Yusuf prayed for continued peace, stability and prosperity in Kano State and Nigeria, while urging residents to support initiatives aimed at improving the wellbeing of citizens.
The governor also used the occasion to pray for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, wishing them a successful first tenure and a smooth re-election bid in 2027.
He urged Muslims to use the Maulud celebration to pray for peace, progress and unity across the country, and wished the faithful a peaceful and spiritually rewarding celebration.
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