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Sha’aban Sharada congratulates new Sarkin Ban Kano
Nasiru Yusuf
The governorship candidate of the Action Democratic party (ADP) in Kano state Sha’aban Ibrahim Sharada has congratuled Dr Mansur Mukhtar on his turbanning as Sarkin Ban Kano and King maker.
KANO FOCUS reports that Dr Mukhtar was turbanned by Emir of Kano Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero to succeed his father Alhaji Mukhtar Adnan who died at the age of 95.
The Governorship candidate stated this in a release issued to newsmen by the Gubernatorial Campaign Council Spokesperson Abbas Yushau Yusuf in Kano.
The statement reads: “It is with utmost gratitude to Almighty Allah that today Friday the 28th of October, the Emir of Kano Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero turbans you as the new Sarkin Bai of Kano to succeed your late father ,Late Adnan Mukhtar who graciously held the stool for 67 years.
“No doubt attaining the position of your late respected father and fore fathers is a testimony to your humility ,diligence and respect you have for your superiors and subordinates in the day to day affairs of your life and the day like this is a reward for you which every patriotic son of Kano is happy with”.
Dr Mansur Mukhtar after turbanning ceremony
Sharada added that Dr Mansur Mukhtars’ outing in the national and international stage made him one of the distinguished Nigerians and a technocrat that contributed immensely in building Nigeria’s and international economy in which millions of people are finding succour in.
“Your impressive resume is a testimony to the fact that it has prepared you well to take over the prestigious title of a King maker “The Sarkin Bai Of Kano”in which your father held sway from 1953 to 2021 till he answered the call of our creator the Almighty Allah, Who is the owner of the heavens and earth”, he noted
Sharada added that the people of Kano and Nigeria in general are happy with this great son of Kano who is currently the Vice President, Country Programs, Islamic Development Bank.
He further noted that when the New Sarkin Bai served as Executive Director on the Board of the World Bank Group (2011-2014) as well as Co-Chair of the UN Inter-Governmental Committee of Experts on Sustainable Development Finance (2013-2014) he performed wonderfully well .
“This was Dr. Mukhtars’ parts of achievement in contributing to the world economy and that of Nigeria and all these was also a testimony since his debut as a lecturer in the Department of economics Bayero University Kano.
“Since I ventured into politics and with my ambition to become Governor of Kano state during the forthcoming general elections and having people like you in the administration which we hope to form and tap from your ocean of Knowledge and make Kano a citadel of economic activities in the African continent which it was known for centuries”, Sharada added.
The federal lawmaker said he will continue to consider him and like minds as role models and take their advice on how to take Kano to greater height restore its lost economic glory.
Sharada said the new Sarkin Bai’s vast experience made him to follow him with kin Interest and use to seek for his elderly advise on how to move Kano forward in the areas of economy nationally and internationally.
“On behalf of myself,family , people of Municipal federal Constituency,our millions of supporters in Kano congratulate you as you attained the position of Sarkin Bai of Kano ,one of the most important King makers in the Kano Emirate council”, said Sharada.
The Governorship hopeful further congratulated the entire Sarkin bai family, his wife Hajiya Hadiza and the entire people of Kano state for the turbanning of these illustrious son of Kano.
Dr Mukhtar, a former Minister of Finance and current Vice President of the Islamic Development Bank is now the ninth Sarkin Bai since the Jihad of Usman Danfodio to present history of Kano emirate.
His father, before his death, was the longest-serving member of the Kano Emirate Council, since the establishment of the emirate in the 19th century.
He served for 63 years as district head, councillor and kingmaker before he died at the age of 95.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Former Vice President, Architect Muhammad Namadi Sambo, has commended the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for his bold decision to declare a state of emergency on education in the state.
KANO FOCUS reports that Sambo, who paid a condolence visit to Governor Yusuf over the death of renowned business mogul and elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, expressed admiration for the administration’s commitment to infrastructural renewal.
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Monday.
“As an architect, I am particularly passionate about the ongoing rehabilitation and beautification of the Kano Government House,” Sambo noted.
“I was very happy and have been looking forward to the opportunity to commend you in person.”
He described the Governor’s efforts as “giant strides,” adding that the infrastructural transformation under the Yusuf-led administration is evident across Kano.
“Mr. Governor, you are doing well,” the former Vice President added. “I have been following the news, and on my arrival to Kano, I personally noticed the impressive infrastructural developments everywhere. You have effectively turned the Government House into a construction site.”
Governor Yusuf thanked the former Vice President for his visit and words of encouragement, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to restoring Kano’s glory through purposeful governance and people-oriented projects.
His Excellency Namadi Sambo was in cimpany of Chairman Unity Bank, former Director General of NEMA Muhammad Sani Sidi and a host of others.
In another development, Sen. Abubakar Sani Bello led another powerful delegation to condole with the Governor and the good people of Kano over the death of late Alhaji Amunu Dantata.
The former Governor of Niger state was accompanied by Sen. Bashir Garba Lado, Sen. Muhammad Ibn Na’Allah, Alhaji Muhammad Sani Abacha among others.
The Adolescent Girls Initiative For Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project has organized a sensitization workshop for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) clubs in 50 secondary schools across Kano State.
KANO FOCUS reports that that ten students, who were selected from each participating school, received the training on understanding GBV, preventive measures, and appropriate actions to take when faced with such situations.
Speaking at the closing of the training on Friday, Bashir Kabir Rabi’u, the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) officer of the AGILE Project in Kano State, said the workshop was aimed at raising awareness among female students on how to recognize and avoid GBV, as well as how to respond effectively if it occurs.
“This workshop brought together 50 school-based clubs established to fight GBV.
“We trained 10 students from each school to equip them with knowledge about gender-based violence,” he stated.
Rabi’u noted that the awareness campaign is part of efforts to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment for students.
He explained that the AGILE Project, which is supported by the World Bank in collaboration with the Kano State Ministry of Education, facilitated the program.
In her remarks, the Principal of Kukar Bulikiya Girls Secondary School, Hannatu Ado Gwaram, commended the AGILE program for organizing the training.
She pledged that the school would continue sensitizing students on ways to avoid becoming victims of GBV.
KANO FOCUS reports that the event also featured drama presentations and educative plays aimed at driving home the message of gender-based violence prevention.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Partnership For Learning For All in Nigeria (PLANE) in collaboration with Kano state government has commenced a 5-day workshop to develop a 2026-2028 Medium-Term Sector Strategy (MTSS) aimed at enhancing quality education.
KANO FOCUS reports that the workshop brings together stakeholders from the Ministry of Education, Budget and Planning, Finance, Development Partners, and Civil Society Organisations.
Speaking at the occasion, Commissioner of Education Dr Ali Haruna Makoda said Kano State Government has allocated 31.5% of its 2025 budget to boost quality education in the state.
According to him the budgetary allocation is part of a strategic plan to achieve quality education through due process and implementation.
Dr. Makoda emphasised the importance of strategic planning and implementation in achieving better results in the education sector.
He urged participants to implement what they would learn for the betterment of the state education sector.
Participants at the occasion
The Technical Adviser to the Governor on Education Reforms, Haladu Mohammed, explained that the workshop would create a solid foundation for a 3-year education plan to meet the yearnings and aspirations of the people in the state.
This initiative demonstrates the Kano State Government’s commitment to improving the education sector, aligning with its recent efforts to enhance education quality.
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