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Baba Dantiye tasks information officers to register with NIPR
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Information Officers of Ministries, Departments and Agencies as well as local governments in Kano state have been urged to register with Nigerian institute of Public Relations (NIPR) for effective public relations functions.
KANO FOCUS the state Commissioner of Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye stated this while receiving the state chapter of the Institute in his office.
He described the NIPR as the regulatory body for Public Relations practitioners and emphasized the need for all qualified Information Officers to register with the Institute so as to work in accordance with the expected standard practice.
Dantiye, who is also a member of the NIPR, called on the council members of the institute to intensify awareness campaign about the law that bars non registered members from practicing public relations jobs in the country.
The commissioner lamented the attitude of some media organizations who allow individuals to use abusive or vulgar language in their programmes which breaches the broadcasting codes as set by the National Broadcasting Commission.
He stressed that flagrant abuse of ethical standards by such media organizations should be sanctioned.
Earlier, the Council member of the NIPR, Dr. Sule Ya’u Sule emphasized
on the need for membership registration, adding that it is illegal to practice public relations without certification from the regulatory body.
“Anyone practicing PR without membership of the NIPR is doing it illegally and is regarded as quack and will be prosecuted if arrested”, he stated.
Dr. Ya’u said the practice of public relations in Nigeria is guided by laws which must be adhered to in order to maintain professionalism.
In his remarks, chairman of the state chapter of the NIPR, Alhaji Aminu Hamza explained that they were at the office to congratulate Dantiye over his recent appointment as commissioner of information.
Hamza, who described the appointment as well deserved considering his wealth of experience in journalism career, prayed to Almighty Allah to give him wisdom, sound health and protection to discharge his duty effectively
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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