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Tarauni LG chairman sponsors 622 students for free NCE education
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Chairman of Tarauni Local Government Area of Kano State, Alhaji Ahmed Ibrahim Muhammad (Sekure), has launched the distribution of free admission to 622 male and female students from the area to study National Certificate in Education (NCE) programmes at Sa’adatu Rimi College of Education, Kano.
Speaking at the event, the Chairman said the initiative was part of his administration’s commitment to aligning with the education development policies of the Kano State Government under the leadership of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, aimed at improving educational standards in Tarauni Local Government and empowering youths with quality education to promote self-reliance and community development.
The Information Officer of the local government, Adamu Iliyasu Hotoro, said the chairman reaffirmed his determination to continue supporting programmes that would positively impact the people of Tarauni, particularly in the areas of education, public health and youth development.
Alhaji Ahmed Ibrahim Muhammad urged the beneficiary students to take their studies seriously and make proper use of the opportunity, so as to become useful to themselves, their families and the entire Tarauni community.
He also expressed appreciation to the Provost of Sa’adatu Rimi College of Education, Dr. Kabiru Ahmed Gwarzo, for granting admission slots to the 622 students from Tarauni Local Government.
In his remarks, Dr. Gwarzo commended the chairman for sponsoring the education of the students, describing the gesture as laudable. He called on the other 44 local government chairmen in the state to emulate the initiative by investing in the education of their youths.
Also speaking, the Director of Personnel Management of Tarauni Local Government, Alhaji Tijjani Madaki Gulya, praised the chairman for approving free NCE education for indigenes of the area and pledged continued advisory support to ensure the introduction of more people-oriented policies, particularly in the education sector.
In separate remarks, the Councillor for Education in the local government, Bashir Sani Sallau; the Leader of Councillors, Ali Idris Ali, represented alongside the Minority Leader, Muktar Ya’u Sani Pole; and the Head of the Education Department, Comrade Bashir Muhammad Karkasara, urged the students to be good ambassadors of Tarauni Local Government and justify the confidence reposed in them by excelling academically.
The presentation of the NCE admission letters was witnessed by several dignitaries, including the Chairman of Gwale Local Government, Hon. Mu’azu Mojo; the Special Adviser to the Governor on Human Resource Development, Dr. Ibrahim Garba; Islamic scholar, Mallam Ishaq; councillors; the NNPP Chairman of Tarauni Local Government, Sulaiman Muhammad Inuwa Hugan; advisers; neighbourhood watch security personnel; and other stakeholders.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, on Tuesday received a delegation from the Association of Kano Business Community at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, during a thank-you visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
KANO FOCUS reports that the delegation expressed appreciation to the Federal Government for its support to traders and other victims affected by the recent fire incident that razed several sections of the popular Singer Market in Kano.
Speaking during the meeting, the Vice President reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to collaborating with the Kano State Government and relevant agencies to prevent a recurrence of fire outbreaks in markets across the state.
He assured the delegation that President Tinubu has the interests of Kano people at heart, noting that the N5 billion approved as immediate relief for victims was based on the findings of a preliminary assessment of the damage caused by the inferno.
Shettima reiterated that the Federal Government would continue to support efforts aimed at restoring commercial activities and strengthening safety measures in markets to protect lives and property.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Government has inaugurated a 23-member committee to oversee the transparent and equitable distribution of financial assistance and relief materials to victims of the recent Singer Market fire disaster.
KANO FOCUS reports that the inauguration was carried out on behalf of the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Faruq Ibrahim, who chairs the committee. The event was presided over by the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Abdulkarim Kabiru Maude.
According to the Attorney-General, the committee comprises representatives from key government agencies, security services, the Kano Emirate Council, religious leaders, and affected traders.
He said the panel’s mandate includes assessing the extent of losses, verifying genuine victims, ensuring timely distribution of support, and recommending measures to prevent future fire incidents.
The intervention follows support approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as contributions from the APC Governors Forum. It also comes in addition to earlier assistance provided by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and the Deputy Senate President, Barau I. Jibrin.
The state government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting victims of the disaster and restoring commercial activities at Singer Market.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Government has announced Saturday, March 1, 2026, as the commencement date for the Eid-el-Fitr break for all public and private primary and post-primary schools in the state.
KANO FOCUS reports that the announcement, contained in the approved 2025/2026 academic calendar, applies to both day and boarding schools across the state.
According to a statement issued by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Musbahu Aminu Yakasai, parents and guardians of pupils and students in boarding schools are expected to convey their wards home by the early hours of Friday, February 28, 2026.
The statement further explained that boarding school students are to resume on Sunday, March 22, 2026, while day students are to resume on Monday, March 23, 2026.
It added that the second term will continue from Sunday, March 22, 2026, and end on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
The government directed all public and private schools in the state to comply strictly with the directive, warning that non-compliance would be treated as a breach of government instructions.
The Commissioner for Education, Ali Haruna Abubakar Makoda, urged parents and guardians to ensure full compliance with the approved resumption dates.
He appreciated parents and residents of the state for their continued cooperation and support to the ministry, and wished pupils and students a successful completion of the Ramadan fast and hitch-free Sallah celebrations.
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