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Stakeholders explain why girls drop out from school in Kano
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Parents, teachers and stakeholders in Dawanau community, Dawakin Tofa local government area Kano, have identified poverty, lack of uniforms and books, as some of the major catalysts, to dropouts in government girls secondary school Dawanau.
KANO FOCUS reports that the stakeholders made the disclosure during an interaction with the Adolescent girls initiative for learning and education (AGILE), team at the school premises.
Speaking on behalf of the parents, the chairman of Parents Teachers Association (PTA) of the school, Alhaji Hussaini Abdullahi Dawanau said, erecting fence and construction of additional classes would improve learning outcomes.
He said, the PTA and school based management committee (SBMC) had on several occasions, mobilized philanthropists to support the school with roofing sheets,equipments and structures.
In his remarks the deputy project coordinator AGILE Kano, Alhaji Salisu Idris explained that, they were at the community to find out the reasons behind the increase in the number of drop outs.
He pointed out that, during their interaction, AGILE case management committee discovered poverty and other factors as major catalysts to lack of completion of girls education.
Idris stressed that, AGILE is committed to providing financial incentives through the conditional cash transfer (CCT), in addition to providing basic learning facilities under the large grant.
Also speaking the principal government girls secondary school Dawanau, Hajiya Sadiya Muhammad Yakasai hinted that, education is the backbone of any meaningful development as such parents should endeavor to ensure completion.
She described the interaction between AGILE and the community as a welcome development, which would go a long way in yielding positive results.
On his part the coordinator Civil Society Action Coalition on Education For All (CSACEFA), Kano chapter who teaches in the department of adult education and community development Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Dr. Auwal Halilu noted that, a research conducted revealed that over 60 students have dropped out from the school, hence the need to engage the parents and teachers to mitigate the problem.
He maintained that, CSACEFA would continue advocating to the state government and AGILE to ensure that the school recieve speedy intervention.
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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