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LG election: Gov Yusuf accuses judiciary of partisanship, describes poll freest in Kano
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has disclosed that today’s election is the freest ever conducted in the state, lamenting that interference on election processes by judiciary would not augur well for the country.
KANO FOCUS reports that the governor made the statement during an inspection visit to Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) Headquarters.
He challenged that “Today’s election that has taken place in all the 44 local government areas and 484 wards is the freest ever conducted in Kano.
“This has to do with the commitment of good people of the state, their zeal and support to ensure they elect people that have integrity, people that are committed in providing dividends of democracy especially in the areas of health, social development, infrastructure among others.
“As a state governor, I will make sure they get all the necessary support so that they serve their people very well,” he assured.
In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor stated that “Let me also use this opportunity to humbly appeal to the judiciary, that we in government we have full respect for them , they are the last hope for the common man, when they become partisan, Nigeria will end, because if there is no justice, there will be no more peace in this country.
“I’m appealing to our respected judiciary members, judges as well as their supporting staff to continue to be neutral when it comes to elections in this country,” he appealled.
He lamented that some judges are used to scuttle the interest of the people especially in Kano State.
He maintained that his administration is doing it best to ensure cordial relationship with all constituted authorities.
“Nigeria is for all of us, when it comes to elections everybody should join hands to ensure the survival of democracy. Impunity will not do good for this country, when it comes to elections there shouldn’t be any impunity , we should set politics aside, we should ensure that what people want is what we give them.
Governor Yusuf added that his administration would continue to agitate for the survival of democracy in Nigeria, stressing that “not only on this election, also in future election, we will make sure it is free and fair elections as far as Kano State is concerned.
“Kano State government is the only administration under the platform of the NNPP across the country,” he noted, adding that the party should not be subjected to intimidation.
“Kano people are peace loving citizens”, he said, stressing that when they are pushed, and they retaliate the country would be in fire.
He then expressed dismay over the attitude of the APC in trying to stop and threaten people’s mandate in the state, stressing that he wishes they participated in election in order to test their weight, which is very low.
During the inspection visit, Governor Yusuf met with members of the Forum of State Independent Electoral Commission of Nigeria (FOSIECON) led by Chairman of Sokoto State Independent Electoral Commission, Alhaji Sulaiman Aliyu were he said “I’m very much delighted to have you here, I never expected this kind of solidarity not only to the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) but to the entire people of Kano State.
“This solidarity will go along way to sustain democracy in Nigeria, it has never happened. All chairmen of electoral commissions from different states accross different regions to come together to ensure free and fair elections in Kano, it has never happened, so we thank you so much,” he added.
The governor thanked the KANSIEC chairman and his supporting staff for conducting the election in a peaceful manner, adding that security agencies pro-activeness has added weight to the polls.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Nafisah Yusuf Hassan, a magistrate in Kano State, has been recommended for appointment as a judge of the Kano State High Court by the National Judicial Council (NJC).
KANO FOCUS reports that Hassan is among four judicial officers from Kano State recommended for elevation to the High Court bench out of 28 candidates selected nationwide.
The other nominees are Halima Yahuza Ahmad, Abdullahi Abdulsalam Bature and Musa Ibrahim Umar.
The NJC disclosed the recommendations in a statement issued by its Deputy Director of Information, Kemi Babalola-Ogedengbe, following its consideration of candidates for judicial appointments across the country.
The council said all recommended candidates were expected to be sworn in by their respective state governors without delay.
Hassan’s recommendation follows her years of service in the Kano State judiciary, where she has reportedly distinguished herself through diligence, professionalism and careful handling of cases.
She has been commended for her commitment to judicial ethics, diligence and fairness in the discharge of her responsibilities, achievements that contributed to her career progression within the judiciary.
Her elevation is part of a broader development in the Kano State judiciary, with four magistrates from the state successfully scaling the selection process for appointment to the High Court.
The four nominees were reportedly assessed during the selection exercise and demonstrated strong professional competence, while their service records were found to be free of adverse remarks.
Their recommendation marks a significant step in their judicial careers and is expected to strengthen the judicial workforce in Kano State upon their formal appointment.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE) says it has tracked nearly 1,000 education projects across the state as part of efforts to promote transparency, accountability and effective service delivery in the education sector.
KANO FOCUS the coalition’s Co-Chair, Dr Auwalu Halilu, disclosed this on Wednesday during an advocacy visit to the Kano State Ministry of Public Procurement and Project Monitoring.
Dr Halilu said K-SAFE had monitored projects in more than six local government areas, covering interventions implemented by the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Kano State Senior Secondary Education Management Board and Local Education Authorities (LEAs).
He explained that the monitoring exercise involved physical inspections and documentation of projects through photographs, videos and geographical locations.
According to him, reports of the findings had been submitted to relevant ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), highlighting projects that met required standards and those requiring further attention.
He cited Rimin Gado Local Government Area, where the coalition tracked more than 80 education projects, adding that it planned to extend the exercise to all 44 local government areas of the state.
The K-SAFE Co-Chair said the visit was aimed at presenting the coalition’s activities to the ministry and exploring areas of collaboration in procurement and project monitoring.
He called for the inclusion of civil society organisations in procurement and monitoring processes, particularly tender board activities and field inspections, to strengthen independent oversight and provide them with firsthand information on government projects.
Dr Halilu also requested the ministry’s support in organising capacity-building programmes for civil society organisations on procurement procedures, due process, project standardisation, monitoring and evaluation.
He said such training would enhance civil society organisations’ understanding of procurement regulations and the technical requirements guiding project implementation.
Responding, the Commissioner for Public Procurement and Project Monitoring, Dr Nura Iro Ma’aji, welcomed the delegation and acknowledged the coalition’s contributions to supporting the state government’s efforts in the education sector.
He expressed the ministry’s readiness to collaborate with K-SAFE through information sharing and other relevant engagements to strengthen accountability and ensure compliance with due process.
“From our side, we are ready to work together because we know what they have been doing to support Kano State Government in the education sector,” he said.
Dr Halilu further disclosed that the coalition and its partner organisations had carried out the monitoring exercise without financial sponsorship, describing it as a demonstration of their commitment to transparency and accountability.
He reaffirmed K-SAFE’s commitment to sustaining engagement with relevant government agencies, civil society organisations and the media to strengthen oversight of education projects across Kano State.
Ibrahim Khalil
Government Secondary School (GSS) Army Day Bukavu has emerged champion in both the male and female categories of the maiden Kano State Secondary Schools Tug of War Competition.
KANO FOCUS reports that the school clinched the double victory at the competition, which ended on Wednesday at the Kano Pillars Stadium, Sabon Gari, Kano.
Governors College finished as runners-up in the male category, while Government Girls College (GGC) Kano secured second position in the female category.
The competition was organised by the Kano State Tug of War Association in collaboration with the state Ministry of Education, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Kano State Sports Commission.
The maiden championship brought together secondary school students to promote teamwork, discipline, unity and sportsmanship, while raising awareness about the dangers of drug abuse.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Vice Chairman of the Kano State Tug of War Association, Jamilu Uba Adamu, described the competition as a successful initiative that had achieved its objectives.
He commended the Ministry of Education, Sports Commission, NDLEA, Gongoni Company Limited and MAGZO Pharmaceutical for supporting the event, particularly through the provision of T-shirts and Pocari Sweat drinks.
Also speaking, the Secretary of the Kano State Tug of War Association, Bashir Muhammad Sulaiman, who represented the Executive Chairman of the Sports Commission, Muhammad Tukur Babangida, reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to developing grassroots and school sports.
He said the initiative would help identify and nurture young sporting talents across the state.
The closing ceremony was attended by a member of the Kano State Football Association Board, Rilwanu Idris Malikawa Garu, representatives of the Ministry of Education, NDLEA, the Sports Commission and other stakeholders in the sports sector.
The organisers congratulated the winning schools and commended all participating institutions and partners for contributing to the success of the maiden edition.
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