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GGC Gezawa clinches 1st position at 2024 Model Science Quiz
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
As the Model Science Quiz Competition 2024 reached the final stage, Goveenment Girls College Gezawa has attained the 1st position which gives it an automatic ticket to represent Kano state in the next inter state Quiz competition.
KANO FOCUS reports that the Competition tagged ‘Hon. Umar Haruna Doguwa Model Scuence Quiz Competition’ organized by the Kano State Senoir Secondary Schools Management Board (KSSSMB) covered science subjects including English, Mathematics, Physic, Chemistry and Biology.
Participants of the competition were drawn from 24 schools across the state out of which 10 schools were screened at the first round while 5 out of the 10 were also screened during the second round and that made them to proceed to the final round of the competition.
The five schools that reached the final round were Government Girls Secondary School Audu Mariri, Government Girls College Gezawa, Government Girls Secondary School Duka Wuya, Government Secondary School Gwale and Government Secondary School Minjibir.
Final result of the competition showed that Government Girls College Gezawa emerged winner of the 1st position followed by Government Girls Secondary School Audu Mariri that took the 2nd position while Government Secondary School Gwale became 3rd.
Speaking while closing the competition at Government Girls College Dala, the State Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa emphaszed that Kano State Government is committed towards bringing new strategies that improve the quality of education in the state.
Doguwa maintained that it is higher time for the agencies supervising schools under the ministry to revive quiz and debate competition, which he said had been one of the annual event that encourage students performance.
“I want to categorically direct all our head of parastatals present here to make sure that they make quiz and debate competition compulsory in all their schools so as to encourage students performance especially on sciece subjects ” he said.
Regarding the ministry effort to improve students performance in NECO and other examinations, Doguwa explained that….” the Principal position and promotion will henceforth be on his school’s record in NECO and WAEC results.
“We are ready to better the life of these kids as we all believe that the future of our dear state depends on them. Therefore, this government will do everything possible to make sure that these children succeed in life, and that is why we will start measuring the Principal position on the performance of his school in NECO ”
The Commissioner further urged all students and the participating schools of the competition to be dedicated in their studies, stressing that the present administration of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf is willing to help them acquire the best education.
In his remarks, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Vocational Training Alhaji Habib Hassan El-Yakub said quiz competition is not just about winning prizes but it is a way of encouraging the students to come out and compete on ideas relating to their field of studiy.
Habib Hassan therefore commended the effort of the Ministry, Kano State Senior Secondary Schools Management Board and the participating schools in making the programme a success.
Earlier, the Executive Secretary Kano State Senior Secondary Schools Management Board Dr. Kabir Ado Zakirai disclosed that the Model Science Quiz Competition was organized to provide ulternative to parents and encourage students on science and technical courses.
Dr. Kabir Ado said it was obvious the confidence of the students who participated in the competition showed that there is significant change in the quality of education given to them.
“As SS 3 students are now writing their NECO examination, I want to inform you that we are determined to increase the quality not nust the quantity of the stidents that are going to graduate this year 2024 and by God grace, they are graduating with fly color ” he asured.
He then thanked the teachers, principals and Kano State Miinistry of Education for their support and commitment in ensuring that the students grow up to live a better life.
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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