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FCDO-PACE engage citizens, brainstorm on Kano’s climate change
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Stakeholders on climate change in Kano State convened for an interactive session with FCDO representative,Dr. Juliana Stoyanova, to review technical support received under the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) initiative.
KANO FOCUS reports that the session brought together a diverse group of participants including civil society organizations (CSOs), media professionals, Persons With Disabilities (PWDs), members of academia, and representatives of traditional institutions.
Discussions centered on the Kano State Climate Change Policy Implementation Plan, which is supported by the FCDO through the PACE program.
Stakeholders strongly advocated for the speedy execution of the policy, emphasizing the need for:
Dedicated budget lines,Adequate budgetary allocation,Timely release of funds and Broad-based community implementation.
They also called for clear demarcation of roles and responsibilities among ministries, agencies, and parastatals involved in climate-related interventions in the state.
Participants warned that overlapping mandates could lead to conflicts, information hoarding, and duplication of efforts.
“Defining a clear structure for climate governance is essential. Each ministry or organization has a distinct role under the implementation plan. Avoiding both horizontal and vertical conflicts is critical to ensuring transparency and accountability,” Professor Aliyu Baba Nabegu stressed.
The event also featured insights from the private sector, with Muhammad Najeeb Abdullahi from Green Legacy outlining climate-resilient interventions, particularly in tree planting, aimed at promoting a greener and more sustainable Kano.
The issue of waste management was also discussed, where efforts by the state government and private sector in ensuring effective waste management,
Media and civil society stakeholders including Nafisa Murtala Ahmad, Isiyaku Ahmed, and Akibu Hamius shared their advocacy experiences.
They highlighted the ongoing efforts in climate change awareness, supported by PACE, through radio programs, expert interviews, and public campaigns.
“While advocacy efforts are not always quantifiable, the public is increasingly informed about climate-related issues thanks to continuous media engagement,”
A representative of the PWD community, Rabi Gezawa emphasized the disproportionate impact of climate change on vulnerable groups including women, children, the elderly, and people with special needs.
She called for inclusive policies that address their specific challenges.
The role of traditional and religious institutions was also acknowledged as pivotal in championing climate action across communities in Kano.
In her opening remarks,the Governance Adviser at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO),Dr. Juliana Stoyanova explained that the PACE program is a successor to the earlier PERL initiative and remains a vibrant FCDO-funded effort to strengthen climate governance at subnational levels.
She noted that stakeholders were carefully selected based on their expertise and passion for environmental sustainability.
“Climate change is a global phenomenon, but its solutions must be local. FCDO remains committed to supporting Kano State through strategic programs and partnerships that can drive lasting climate resilience,” Dr. Stoyanova stated.
The session concluded with stakeholders sharing success stories and reaffirming their dedication to the full implementation of the climate change policy for a safer, greener Kano.
KANO FOCUS reports that the Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is visited Kano to discuss with PACE partners across its delivery locations, gather feedback and perceptions on the technical support received from PACE’s interventions, and identify challenges and opportunities.
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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