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Fitilar Jama’ar Kano appreciates N-Power beneficiaries, others for purchasing governorship nomination form for Sha’aban Sharada
Nasiru Yusuf
Fitilar Jama’ar Kano, a non-governmental organisation committed to identifying credible leaders to encourage them in their bid to provide quality leadership, wishes to congratulate the people of Kano on the successful completion of the Ramadan fasting which ushers in the Eidel-Fitr, a moment of devotion, sober reflection, love, sharing and sacrifice.
KANO FOCUS reports that the organisation calls on the people of Kano particularly, the youth, irrespective of political affiliation to celebrate Sallah peacefully devoid of rancour and acrimony, and ignore selfish politicians bent on using them to cause mayhem in our dear state.
The Executive Director of the organisation, Khalifa Mustapha Dankade, on behalf of Directors and entire coordinators of Fitilar Jihar Kano from the 44 Local Government Councils of Kano State is following with keen interest the political developments in the state where a champion of politics without bitterness and violence-free politicking, Sha’aban Ibrahim Sharada has enjoyed the goodwill and solidarity of some patriotic groups and individuals from within and outside the state who came together to purchase an expression of interest and nomination forms for the youth ambassador, Member, representing Kano Municipal federal Constituency, Chairman, House Committee on National Security and Intelligence, and President General, Network of African Parliamentarians for Defence and Security Committees, Sha’aban Ibrahim Sharada.
A statement sent to KANO FOCUS by the Director civic engagement of the organisation Mansur Kurugu said “going by Sharada’s track records and antecedents, rising from a journalist to PA to the President and Member of the House of Representatives coupled with the massive achievements he has made and the lives he has impacted within six years despite all the distractions and obstacles from the serving government of the state, we are optimistic that if he emerges the candidate of the APC in the Kano State governorship election, he will defeat all the contestants hands down and make Kano proud and great again.
“This gesture is as a result of his dogged determination and commitment towards fighting for the rights of the less privileged, empowerment through skill acquisition programmes, issuance of capital and provision of job opportunities at the federal level.
“Others are: healthcare support programs for the people, infrastructure and educational support programs for our children where 3 years ago, he sponsored about 100 children of the poor to study different courses at undergraduate level abroad.
Kurugu extended special thanks to the leadership of the beneficiaries of the N-Power programme, batch C from the 44 local governments of the state.
He recalled that “It was from the 24th April, 2022 that out of over 3,000 young men and women from the 44 Local Government Councils of Kano who benefited from Npower Program facilitated by Hon Sha’aban Sharada, under the auspices of ‘FitilarJama’ar Kano’ submitted their monetary contributions totalling ten million Naira (N10,000,000) where their leader, Malam Abba Garba said at least 2,000 of this number made a monthly contribution of 1,000 each which amounted to ten million Naira (N10,000,000), in appreciation of the gesture of the leader of Kano youths, Hon. Sha’aban Ibrahim Sharada, who they said he assisted them to get enlisted in the N-Power programme that earns them approximately one hundred million Naira monthly combined.
“Similarly, on Monday, 25th April, 2022, the Kano Elders’ Forum in support of the candidacy of Hon. Sha’aban Ibrahim Sharada under the leadership of Alhaji Sani A. Sani presented a cheque in the sum of seventeen million Naira as their contribution. Also, on this day, a group of young Kano entrepreneurs in support of the candidacy of Hon. Sharada led by Alhaji Ibrahim Dan Fulani gave their own contribution amounting to four point five million Naira (N4,500,000).
“On Tuesday, 26th April, 2022, the Sharada Youth Progressive Association, under the leadership of Alhaji Idris Ali Sharada submitted a cheque in the sum of six million four hundred thousand Naira (N6,400,000). Also, a number of persons who wouldn’t want their names mentioned sent their contributions totalling three million Naira (N3,000,000) which brings the total amount realized to fifty one million four hundred thousand Naira (N51,400,000) Being that the money required for the purchase of the form is complete.
“Fitilar Jama’ar Kano’ is announcing that it has stopped collecting cash or cheques; but the organization is open to your contributions to strengthen the candidacy of this determined leader of Kano youths through the following bank details:
Bank: Sterling Bank
Account Number: 0088656822
Account Name: FITILAR JAMA’AR KANO
“We shall continue to announce the names of individuals or organizations and amounts donated. while awaiting for him to be back from the Holy land, we have already purchased both expression of Interest and Nomination forms for this patriotic son of Kano for participation in the forthcoming state governorship in order to place the state on the pedestal of rapid growth and development.
“Hon. Sha’aban Ibrahim Sharada is fully ready to implement his plan (Kano Vision 2040) for a modern Kano and justify the confidence reposed in him by the good people of the state.”
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Nafisah Yusuf Hassan, a magistrate in Kano State, has been recommended for appointment as a judge of the Kano State High Court by the National Judicial Council (NJC).
KANO FOCUS reports that Hassan is among four judicial officers from Kano State recommended for elevation to the High Court bench out of 28 candidates selected nationwide.
The other nominees are Halima Yahuza Ahmad, Abdullahi Abdulsalam Bature and Musa Ibrahim Umar.
The NJC disclosed the recommendations in a statement issued by its Deputy Director of Information, Kemi Babalola-Ogedengbe, following its consideration of candidates for judicial appointments across the country.
The council said all recommended candidates were expected to be sworn in by their respective state governors without delay.
Hassan’s recommendation follows her years of service in the Kano State judiciary, where she has reportedly distinguished herself through diligence, professionalism and careful handling of cases.
She has been commended for her commitment to judicial ethics, diligence and fairness in the discharge of her responsibilities, achievements that contributed to her career progression within the judiciary.
Her elevation is part of a broader development in the Kano State judiciary, with four magistrates from the state successfully scaling the selection process for appointment to the High Court.
The four nominees were reportedly assessed during the selection exercise and demonstrated strong professional competence, while their service records were found to be free of adverse remarks.
Their recommendation marks a significant step in their judicial careers and is expected to strengthen the judicial workforce in Kano State upon their formal appointment.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) says it has tracked nearly 1,000 education projects across the state as part of efforts to promote transparency, accountability and effective service delivery in the education sector.
KANO FOCUS the coalition’s Co-Chair, Dr Auwalu Halilu, disclosed this on Wednesday during an advocacy visit to the Kano State Ministry of Public Procurement and Project Monitoring.
Dr Halilu said K-SAFE had monitored projects in more than six local government areas, covering interventions implemented by the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Kano State Senior Secondary Education Management Board and Local Education Authorities (LEAs).
He explained that the monitoring exercise involved physical inspections and documentation of projects through photographs, videos and geographical locations.
According to him, reports of the findings had been submitted to relevant ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), highlighting projects that met required standards and those requiring further attention.
He cited Rimin Gado Local Government Area, where the coalition tracked more than 80 education projects, adding that it planned to extend the exercise to all 44 local government areas of the state.
The K-SAFE Co-Chair said the visit was aimed at presenting the coalition’s activities to the ministry and exploring areas of collaboration in procurement and project monitoring.
He called for the inclusion of civil society organisations in procurement and monitoring processes, particularly tender board activities and field inspections, to strengthen independent oversight and provide them with firsthand information on government projects.
Dr Halilu also requested the ministry’s support in organising capacity-building programmes for civil society organisations on procurement procedures, due process, project standardisation, monitoring and evaluation.
He said such training would enhance civil society organisations’ understanding of procurement regulations and the technical requirements guiding project implementation.
Responding, the Commissioner for Public Procurement and Project Monitoring, Dr Nura Iro Ma’aji, welcomed the delegation and acknowledged the coalition’s contributions to supporting the state government’s efforts in the education sector.
He expressed the ministry’s readiness to collaborate with K-SAFE through information sharing and other relevant engagements to strengthen accountability and ensure compliance with due process.
“From our side, we are ready to work together because we know what they have been doing to support Kano State Government in the education sector,” he said.
Dr Halilu further disclosed that the coalition and its partner organisations had carried out the monitoring exercise without financial sponsorship, describing it as a demonstration of their commitment to transparency and accountability.
He reaffirmed K-SAFE’s commitment to sustaining engagement with relevant government agencies, civil society organisations and the media to strengthen oversight of education projects across Kano State.
Ibrahim Khalil
Government Secondary School (GSS) Army Day Bukavu has emerged champion in both the male and female categories of the maiden Kano State Secondary Schools Tug of War Competition.
KANO FOCUS reports that the school clinched the double victory at the competition, which ended on Wednesday at the Kano Pillars Stadium, Sabon Gari, Kano.
Governors College finished as runners-up in the male category, while Government Girls College (GGC) Kano secured second position in the female category.
The competition was organised by the Kano State Tug of War Association in collaboration with the state Ministry of Education, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Kano State Sports Commission.
The maiden championship brought together secondary school students to promote teamwork, discipline, unity and sportsmanship, while raising awareness about the dangers of drug abuse.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Vice Chairman of the Kano State Tug of War Association, Jamilu Uba Adamu, described the competition as a successful initiative that had achieved its objectives.
He commended the Ministry of Education, Sports Commission, NDLEA, Gongoni Company Limited and MAGZO Pharmaceutical for supporting the event, particularly through the provision of T-shirts and Pocari Sweat drinks.
Also speaking, the Secretary of the Kano State Tug of War Association, Bashir Muhammad Sulaiman, who represented the Executive Chairman of the Sports Commission, Muhammad Tukur Babangida, reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to developing grassroots and school sports.
He said the initiative would help identify and nurture young sporting talents across the state.
The closing ceremony was attended by a member of the Kano State Football Association Board, Rilwanu Idris Malikawa Garu, representatives of the Ministry of Education, NDLEA, the Sports Commission and other stakeholders in the sports sector.
The organisers congratulated the winning schools and commended all participating institutions and partners for contributing to the success of the maiden edition.
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