Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim

The Daneji community, under the auspices of the Daneji Amintacciyya Foundation has honoured ACGN Abubakar Idris Ahmad, former Strategic Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano, for his outstanding service in the fight against drug trafficking and related crimes.

KANO FOCUS reports that the foundation commended Ahmad’s dedication, perseverance and unwavering commitment to combating illicit drug activities across Kano Municipal and the wider Kano State during his tenure.

The chairman of the foundation Alhaji Ahmad Idris (Ajiyan Hausa) made the commendation at a special Iftar organised in honour of the former commander at Daneji quarters.

The community noted that under his leadership, enforcement mechanisms were strengthened, community collaboration was enhanced and operational strategies were improved, leading to significant gains in public safety and youth protection.

Ahmad, who currently serves as Vice Chairman of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Kano State Chapter, has now assumed a new role in Abuja as a Director.

The foundation expressed confidence that his experience, integrity and professionalism would continue to yield positive results at the national level.

Daneji Amintacciyya Foundation, alongside its partner associations, congratulated him on his new appointment and wished him continued success, describing his career as one defined by dedication to national service and the pursuit of a drug-free society.

Responding, ACGN Abubakar Idris Ahmad thanked the Daneji Amintacciyya Foundation for the honour and pledged to justify the confidence reposed in him by the community throughout his service career.

ACGN Ahmad was accompanied at the event by the Secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum, Dr. Aminu Usman Jibrin, and the Publicity Secretary, Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim.

Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim

The Kano State Police Command has announced the suspension of the traditional Tashe performance usually held during the month of Ramadan, citing security concerns.

KANO FOCUS reports that in a public announcement issued on Saturday, the Command said the decision was taken in liaison with the Kano State Government to safeguard public safety and prevent criminal elements from exploiting the festivities.

The statement noted that the annual Tashe event has, in recent times, been used by some individuals to perpetrate crimes such as thuggery, handset snatching and drug abuse. According to the police, adequate security measures have been put in place to curb such activities and ensure a peaceful Ramadan period across the state.

The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, urged parents, guardians and members of the public to cooperate with security agencies by cautioning their children and wards against engaging in activities that could disrupt law and order. He warned that anyone found violating the law would face the full consequences.

The Command, however, extended its best wishes to residents of Kano State for a successful and peaceful Ramadan fast.

For emergencies, the police advised residents to contact the Command through its designated helplines or use the “NPF Rescue Me” application available on the Google Play Store.

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.