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2023: Group tasks security agencies on judicious utilisation of DSS intelligence reports

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Comrade Mukhtar Lawan

Nasiru Yusuf

 

 

Ahead of 2023 general election, a Coalition of civil society and citizen’s groups Citizens Stability Forum (CSF), has appealed to Nigeria’s security agencies to treat critical intelligence report provided by the Department of State Services (DSS) with utmost concern.

KANO FOCUS reports that the group made the appeal in a statement issued on Sunday jointly signed by the lead convener Mukhtar Lawan and co-covener John Azi.

 CSF warned against what it described as routine disregard, and lack of appreciation of critical intelligence provided by the country’s lead spook agency, the Department of State Services (DSS) ahead of next year’s election.

The group also called on well-meaning individuals, and relevant security agencies to specially commend the current Director General, DG, DSS, Yusuf Bichi, given critical intelligence his agency has provided as back up to fighting insurgency and banditry, so far.

According to CSF, grave security breaches that have happened in the country were caused by the lack of collaboration and synergy between security agencies in the country.

“The most disturbing aspect been the continuous disregard to security intelligence provided by DSS to the Military, Police and Paramilitary security agencies, something that in some countries can be treated as a treasonable offence,” the statement said.

CSF alarm may not be unfounded given the series of insecurity episodes blamed on disregard of intelligence by the DSS, some of which were harped on by the forum.

“For example, before the Bombing, shooting and Kidnapping incident on the Abuja-Kaduna Train on the 28th of March 2022, the DSS issued a security alert about the suspicious movements and activities of terrorist elements in the vicinity of the rail lines between Rijana and Kateri to both the Military and police as well as the Nigerian Railway Corporation.

“Unfortunately, the disregard to such critical intelligence by relevant authorities led to the loss of lives of eight Nigerian citizens, 41 hospitalised and over sixty (60) civilians kidnapped by terrorists.

“Likewise, before the terrorist attack on Kuje Prison on the 5th of July 2022 where they succeeded in releasing their fellow colleagues, it is on record that the DSS shared 44 intelligence reports relating to this threat with relevant agencies before the attack on the prison.

“This has been proved by remarks from the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Idris Wase who stated that he has gone through the report, but unfortunately the relevant agencies failed to act,” CSF stated.

CSF further urged the public to ask questions, like what the problem is and why there hasn’t been interagency synergy.

“Why is the collaboration and cooperation between the security agencies this ineffective and who is at fault and responsible for this,” the group asked.

The group further commended Bichi, DSS DG, over his role saying that the security agency being ability to hold its own under the circumstances is largely due to his dexterity.

” A lot of the success and ability of the DSS to meet up with its own security responsibility is down to the excellent leadership from the DSS hierarchy led by Director-General of the DSS, Yusuf Bichi,” CSF said.

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Kano SSG assumes duty, pledges to operate open door policy

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Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim

 

The newly appointed Secretary to the State Government of Kano State, Alhaji Umar Farouq Ibrahim has assumed office on Monday. 

KANO FOCUS reports that his arrival ignited jubilations and enthusiastic reception by entire staff of the Cabinet Office.

A statement sent to KANO FOCUS on Monday by information officer cabinet office, Musa Tanko said some associates as well as other well wishers assembled at the cabinet office to welcome the new SSG.

The statement added that the staff described Ibrahim’s appointment as a homecoming, owing to the fact that he had served in the office in different capacities.

Receiving the SSG on behalf of the Cabinet Office community, the Permanent Secretary, Research, Evaluation and Political Affairs (REPA) Directorate, Alhaji Umar Muhammad Jalo, expressed delight for the appointment and stated that the choice of Alhaji Umar Farouq Ibrahim was a welcome development and highly befitting.

He further stated that, the SSG knows the terrain of the job very well and expressed hope that Kano State is heading towards positive turn around at the state engine room and bringing the divident of democracy to the general public.

In a similar development, members of the Payroll Standing Committee led by their Deputy Chairman, Alhaji AbdulMalik Rogo, paid a solidarity visit to the newly appointed SSG, Alhaji Umar Farouq Ibrahim.

Alhaji AbdulMalik Rogo stated that, immediately after the announcement, both conventional and social media platforms were agog with praises and well wishes were flowing in from different angles. This alone was a clear indication, that the appointment was well deserved.

He added that, this was part of the reason the committee members took the lead to celebrate the SSG. He pray to God to guide him to succeed in the newly assigned task.

Expressing his appreciation for the visit, the SSG stated that he has made a vow to Governor Yusuf, that he will put in his best to serve the state.

He also revealed that “Anybody or groups with meaningful ideas to further develop our dear state is welcome.” he assured that, he would operate an open door policy which has been his guiding principle during his civil service career.

“I am profoundly gratitude to Almighty Allah. As I appreciate His Excellentcy, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf for reposing his confidence in me. To serve the state in this capacity. And I promise not to disappoint him,” he concluded.

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Dala community commends Gov Yusuf for appointing Waiya as commissioner

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Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim

 

Kan Tudu Community in Dala local government area of Kano state has applauded Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for appointing Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya as commissioner of information and internal affairs.

KANO FOCUS reports that elders, youth, women groups as well as politicians in the community gathered on Sunday evening to honor the commissioner for his well deserved appointment.

Alhaji Dayyabu Maiturare, the chairman NNPP in Dala local government, commended the foresight of Governor Yusuf for appointing the right person as the government spokesperson.

On this part, Kan Tudu ward chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) Alhaji Abdulkadir Danladi Nasidi said, the event was organized to express appreciation to Governor Yusuf for appointing their Son into his cabinet.

He said Waiya is known in Kano and beyond for his struggle to protect the interest of the common man, and demonstrated capacity to represent his people.

Responding, Waiya expressed gratitude to Kan Tudu Community for honoring him, assuring that he will contribute his quota to provide development programme including youth empowerment and job creation through a foundation.

He assured of Governor Yusuf and national leader of the NNPP Engineer Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso of unshakable support from Dala local government area.

The commissioner asked his constituents to direct his critics who are saying he is not a politician, to the house of Alhaji Uba Jigo, his political mentor.

The event was attended by representatives of business community, women, academics, youth groups, politicians among others.

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GSS Garko class 88 holds AGM, appoints Sabo Isa Garko interim chair

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Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim

 

Class 1988 of Government Secondary School Garko has appointed Alhaji Sabo Isa Garko as the interim leader of the association for one year, pending the election of the new executive members. 

 

KANO FOCUS reports that the Garko was elected on Saturday during its annual reunion held at the main conference hall of Rumfa College, Kano.

 

The gathering brought together former classmates of the association to reconnect, reflect on shared experiences and discuss the future of the association.

 

Garko’s leadership is expected to guide the association through this transitional period, ensuring continuity and progress in its activities.

 

In his address Garko pledged to bond members and give a purposeful leadership within his interim period of leadership.

 

The event featured discussions on key initiatives to strengthen the bond among members, contributing positively to the Alma matter.

 

The reunion also provided a platform for members to deliberate on future engagements and community development programs.

 

The association appreciates the efforts of all attendees and looks forward to continued unity and progress.

 

 

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