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Woman arrested after allegedly cutting boyfriend’s genitals over planned marriage
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old woman, Maimunatu Idris, for allegedly attacking her boyfriend with a knife and severing his genitals after reportedly discovering that he intended to marry another woman.
KANO FOCUS reports that the incident occurred on Monday at Durbar Hotel in the Badawa area of Kano, according to a statement issued by the police spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa.
Kiyawa said the management of the hotel alerted the police at about 12:50 p.m. after the alleged attack.
According to the police, Ms Idris, who is from Maigatari Local Government Area of Jigawa State, allegedly stabbed her boyfriend with a sharp knife during a confrontation over his reported plans to marry another woman.
The victim sustained severe injuries after his genitals were allegedly severed during the attack.
Police said the Divisional Police Officer in charge of Badawa Division led a team of detectives to the scene, where the suspect was arrested and the knife allegedly used in the attack was recovered as evidence.
The injured man was rushed to Abubakar Imam Urology Hospital, where he is receiving treatment.
The police said investigations into the incident are ongoing.
In a separate case, the command said it arrested three suspects over the alleged killing of a 30-year-old man, Abubakar Auwal, in the Sheka area of Kano.
According to the police, the victim was allegedly lured and assaulted following accusations that he had been involved in a relationship with a married woman.
The suspects arrested in connection with the incident include the woman’s husband, Abubakar Ali, another man identified as Sulaiman Lawan, and the married woman, Hafsat Umar.
Police said the victim was rushed to Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital but was confirmed dead by a doctor.
The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, condemned both incidents and warned residents against taking the law into their own hands.
He said all suspects would be prosecuted after investigations are concluded and urged members of the public to report suspicious activities to the police.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Civil Society Action Coalition on Education for All (CSACEFA), Kano State Chapter, has elected Hassan Ibrahim Gama as its new State Coordinator.
KANO FOCUS reports that Gama emerged unopposed during the coalition’s 2026 state election, which was described as peaceful and transparent.
The election was conducted by an election committee chaired by Dr. Auwalu Halilu, who said the exercise marked another milestone in strengthening the coalition’s leadership and its commitment to promoting inclusive and quality education in Kano State.
Other officers elected are Mahdi Abdullahi, Deputy Coordinator; Sunusi Hashim, Secretary; Dr. Abubakar I. Hassan, Assistant Secretary; Ghazali I. U., PRO I; Abdulbaki Mohd, PRO II; and Muhammad Abdullahi, PRO III.
Others are Garba Hamma Dikko, Provost; Rukayya Abdulrahman, Financial Secretary; Saratu Maigida, Treasurer; and Suleiman Zubair, Auditor.
Halilu expressed appreciation to the CSACEFA National Secretariat, represented at the election by its Policy Advisor, Mrs Ordinaka, for the guidance and support provided throughout the electoral process.
He also commended members of the election committee, CSACEFA Kano members and other stakeholders for their cooperation in ensuring the success of the exercise.
The election committee chairman congratulated the newly elected leadership and urged them to build on the achievements of the coalition by strengthening civil society participation, advocacy, accountability and strategic partnerships.
He tasked the new executives with working towards improving education service delivery and advancing the Education for All agenda in Kano State.
The former Kano State Coordinator of CSACEFA, Prof. Muhammad Bello Shitu, and the Kano State Chairman of the School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) Alhaji Tijjani Haladu Baraya, were among the dignitaries who supervised the conduct of the election.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the Hausa people as important pillars of Nigeria’s unity and progress.
KANO FOCUS reports that the President said the Hausa language had grown beyond its traditional boundaries to become a major language of unity and commerce across the world.
Tinubu stated this in a message posted on his verified Facebook account on the occasion of Hausa Day, being celebrated at the historic Daura Palace.
“The Hausa people are great pillars that play a vital role in the unity and progress of Nigeria,” the President said.
He added that “the Hausa language, without doubt, has flourished and has become a major language of unity and commerce across the world.”
The President congratulated the Hausa community on the occasion, describing the celebration at Daura Palace as an important event.
“I congratulate the vast Hausa community on the occasion of Hausa Day, which is being celebrated at the historic Daura Palace today,” Tinubu said.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has urged Muslims across the state and Nigeria to emulate the exemplary life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as they commemorate Maulud.
KANO FOCUS reports that the governor made the call in a statement issued by his spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday.
Yusuf congratulated Muslims on the occasion and urged them to use the celebration to reflect on the life and teachings of the Prophet, particularly his virtues of peace, justice, compassion, honesty, patience and tolerance.
He called on Muslims to demonstrate these values in their daily lives while promoting peaceful coexistence, unity and mutual respect among people of diverse backgrounds.
The governor also urged parents, religious leaders and community elders to intensify efforts to educate younger generations on the teachings and exemplary conduct of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Yusuf prayed for continued peace, stability and prosperity in Kano State and Nigeria, while urging residents to support initiatives aimed at improving the wellbeing of citizens.
The governor also used the occasion to pray for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, wishing them a successful first tenure and a smooth re-election bid in 2027.
He urged Muslims to use the Maulud celebration to pray for peace, progress and unity across the country, and wished the faithful a peaceful and spiritually rewarding celebration.
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