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My administration neutralises Boko Haram, IPOB, bandits – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has boasted that his administration has significantly degraded Boko Haram insurgency, the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Eastern Security Network, ESN and banditry in some parts of the country.
KANO FOCUS reports that Buhari stated this at the passing out parade of the 4th regular course course cadets of the Nigeria Police Academy Wudil in Kano on Thursday.
According to Mr Buhari, relative normalcy had already returned to most towns and villages in the affected areas, adding that more efforts are in place to ensure that the normalcy return to all the areas suffering banditry.
The president said that Nigerians are aware that his administration came to office determined to make impact in three major areas of security, building a sustainable economy and fight against corruption.
He added that “we can say that the recent positive developments in these areas have shown that , despite the challenges on ground, we can see general improvement in all the three areas.”
In the area of corruption, according to Mr Buhari, “Nigerians are aware that my administration is determined to ensure that the country do not have a repeat of what had gone on in the previous administrations and we have taken a strong stance against perversive corruption.
“This administration has also focused on security by repositioning our national securities to perform their duties effectively. We have equally embarked on some crucial changes in their funding structure and mode of operation.
“In a world, where insecurity is constantly evolving, the enforcement responses have to equally evolve, not just to keep up, but to stay ahead.
“This administration has signed into law, the new police act to esnure improvement in the welfare and service delivery to reach the best international practices.
“The Boko Haram insurgency, the Indigenous People of Biafra, Eastern Security Network and banditry in some parts of the country over time, which had posed a portent threat to the country, had been significantly degraded and relative normalcy have returned to most towns and villages.
“More efforts are in place to ensure that the normalcy return to all the areas suffering banditry,” he said.
Mr Buhari added that “i commend the effort and resilience of the Nigeria Police Force and sister agencies for the giant strides recorded so far in the fight against the prevailing security challenges,”
While congratulating the graduands, Mr Buhari urges them to be dedicated, diligent and honest in the discharge of their duties, calling on them to out the development of Nigeria at forefront.
Earlier in his remarks, the Commandant, Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, AIG Abdurrahman Ahmad ennumerated the challenges being fa es by the institution, urging the president to come to their aid.
According to him, acute shortage of manpower, both academic and non-academic is bedevilling the collage, thereby hindering the academic and administrative needs of the academy.
He also decried delay in timely payment of cadets’ stipends/allowances, calling for the support to the academy to complete “abandoned Police Reform Projects such as perimeter fence, faculty buildings and lecture theatres.
“We are in acute shortage of Manpower both Academic and Non Academic to handle Academic and Administrative needs of the academic needs.
“We are today with the threat of desertification leading to the destruction of roofs while inadequate power supply has since becomes daily occurrences, for which we urged the President to put a dedicated power line from Wudil and upgrade the 2.5MV to 7.5MV.
“It is not hyperbole to State here that the annual budgetery allocation of the Nigeria Police Academy is grossly inadequate to finance developmental projects that will facilitate peaceful learning and working environment”.
“It is against this backdrop that I’m appealing for increase budgetary allocation, both Capital and Recurrent budget as it will go a long way in addressing the Academy Challenges,” he appealed.
Mr Ahmad however commended the government and other stakeholders for their supports and interventions to the academy, which according to him, enabled the institution executed some meaningful projects.
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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