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BUK introduces on-campus student job scheme
Nasiru Yusuf
Management of Bayero University has introduced on-Campus Students job scheme, the Vice Chancellor, Sagir Adamu Abbas, who disclosed this, said the new project will kick off from the current academic session.
KANO FOCUS reports that the university’s weekly bulletin published on Friday said the programme was launched on Monday, November 15, 2021 during the flagging off of this year’s Campus Fire Safety Week organized by the Federal Fire Service, Kano State Command which took place at the Convocation Arena at the New Campus.
The Vice Chancellor explained that under the project, students would be engaged to serve as cleaners and other menial jobs in the hostel and other academic areas of the university.
According to him a total of 250 students would be engaged for the scheme in the two semesters, pointing out that in the first semester 125 students would be recruited and the same number would serve in the second semester.
Abbas while giving further explanation on the concept noted that in addition to ensuring cleanliness of the university environment as well as providing security, the engaged students will be financially supported by getting stipends for the services rendered.
“The Management has concluded arrangement to provide job opportunity to students on campus. These opportunities will allow the participants to earn some token amount every month and payment will be made forth nightly or weekly. The programme will employ 125 students per semester and will last throughout the year,” said the Vice Chancellor.
He revealed that the on-Campus job scheme will utilize the students in the areas of picking litters waste, cutting grasses, and running errand on non-sensitive information documents as well as proving security watch in some places within the University campuses.
The scheme, which was the initiative of Abbas, saw Bayero University as the first institution to introduce it at least from this part of the country. Already, many students were enthusiastic to participate in the scheme.
He disclosed that, this exercise had been the norm in most of the developed nations and therefore, as part of the policy of finding solace to most of the problems facing the university, particularly, in view of the lean resources, it becomes imperative to devise a means of cutting cost against employment of full time employees,” he said.
Turning to the issue of students’ welfare, the Vice Chancellor reaffirmed the commitment of the Management to provide an enabling environment conducive for learning and teaching.
Already, he said the Management had acquired a 500KVA generator to be dedicated to student’s hostel alone with a view to improving electricity supply in the students’ hall of residences.’
Abbas, a professor of education urged the students to remain focused, law abiding and be good ambassadors of their parents so as to be responsible citizens upon graduation, noting that the Management would not take it lightly with anyone found wanting in character, saying degrees are being awarded based on twin principles of character and learning.
Highlight of the event was the presentation of an award of Ambassador of Fire Safety on the Vice Chancellor along with nine other prominent citizens in Kano State by the Command.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has announced that its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, reaffirming its commitment to stability in Nigeria’s domestic energy market.
In a statement issued by Esan Sunday, Head of Media Relations, Branding and Communication, the company said sustaining the current price reflects its efforts to cushion the broader economy against external shocks. It noted that by absorbing prevailing cost pressures, the refinery is helping to moderate inflationary risks, promote energy affordability, and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply amid ongoing global uncertainties.
The company reiterated its dedication to the steady supply of high-quality petroleum products to the Nigerian market, while aligning with national objectives of price stability and energy security.
It also urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the refinery for accurate and up-to-date information regarding its operations and pricing.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo on his emergence as the Deputy Governor of Kano State following his swearing-in on Tuesday.
KANO FOCUS reports that Garo was sworn in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf after being nominated to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Garo’s appointment as a positive step toward strengthening unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
The President noted that the 48-year-old politician has held several public offices, including Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during the administration of former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. He also served as the APC governorship running mate in the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu commended Governor Yusuf for the appointment, urging political stakeholders in the state to rally behind the administration to ensure stability and progress.
He also called on the new deputy governor to work closely with the governor in delivering effective leadership and accelerating development in Kano State.
The President wished Garo success in his new role.
Ibrahim Khalil
A dramatic political moment unfolded in Kano on Tuesday as former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje publicly acknowledged Muhammad Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano and Chairman of the Kano State Council of Emirs.
KANO FOCUS reports that the unexpected gesture occurred during the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, at Government House, Kano—an event attended by top political leaders and traditional rulers.
While delivering his goodwill message, Ganduje addressed Sanusi by his full royal title, drawing immediate attention from dignitaries at the ceremony. The audience responded with loud applause when he greeted the Emir and recognised his position as head of the Kano Emirate Council.
The development is particularly significant given the long-standing rift between the two figures. Sanusi was removed from the throne during Ganduje’s administration, a decision that sparked widespread political and legal controversy at the time.
However, the political landscape shifted following the emergence of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, under whose administration Sanusi was reinstated as Emir of Kano.
Observers say Ganduje’s public acknowledgment signals a possible easing of tensions and may point to broader efforts at reconciliation within Kano’s political and traditional institutions.
The moment has since been described by analysts as a “twist of fate” in Kano politics, where former rivalries appear to be giving way to cautious gestures of respect among key actors.
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