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2023 budget: Women groups, PWDs compile priority of citizens
Nasiru Yusuf
Women groups and living with physical disabilities in Kano have developed their input for the proposed 2023 budget.
KANO FOCUS reports that the groups developed their demand during an engagement with women groups and people living with disabilities (PWDs) on citizens input budget, held in Kano.
In her presentation on areas that needed urgent attention in Ungoggo local government area chairperson women peace and security, Nafisa Muhammad Ado identified the renovation of Dan Tamashe hospital and Tsohuwar Makabarta primary school as well as construction of Tafasa to Madugu to Jajira to Gadan road, as their priority in 2023 proposed budget.
On inclusiveness of people with special needs, zonal coordinator national association of people living with physical disabilities, Bilkisu Ado Zango pointed out that PWDs six clusters have been engaged about their demands for the 2023 budget.
She however noted that, the template mapped out thematic areas such as health, education, agriculture, commerce, environment and infrastructural development.
Earlier, the state partnership facilitator, Partnership to Engage Reform and learn PERL/ECP, Alhaji Yunusa Hamza described budget engagement and inclusiveness as one of the catalysts to the development of a nation.
Alhaji Yunusa Hamza
According to him, the engagement had brought together women groups, and PWDs from diverse constituencies, so that their demands would be incorporated into the 2023 proposed budget.
The state partnership facilitator highlighted that, the inputs captured would be forwarded to Kano state House of Assembly for inclusion, as well as subsequent follow ups to meet the yearnings and aspirations of PWDs and vulnerable groups in 2023 fiscal year.
“It is an engagement that has been happening over the years that will strengthen citizens participation for good governance “.
In his remarks, a lecturer with the department of economics Sa’adatu Rimi college of education Kano, who doubles as executive director (FIDAC), Dr. Abdulsalam Kani, noted that coalition of citizens input is a civic responsibility as enshrined by section 8 of the constitution.
He attributed poor budget implementation, and performance to lack of inclusiveness, saying that the engagement would ensure that all the five emirate councils of Kano, Bichi, Rano, Karaye and Gaya have collated citizens needs and aspirations, as part of the 2023 fiscal year proposal.
”Section 10 sub – section 3 of Kano state public financial management law mandates Kano state ministry for planning and budget to ensure collation of citizens input into the budget process”.
The event tagged ‘Engagement with women groups and PWDs on citizens input budget’ organized by PERL/ECP funded by foreign common wealth development office (FCDO), attracted 6 clusters of PWDs and women groups to brainstorm on their needs and aspirations in 2023 financial year.
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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