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BUK Vice Chancellor to emerge on Monday
Nasiru Yusuf
The new Vice Chancellor of Bayero University Kano (BUK) is expected to emerge on Monday, says Kabiru Dandago, a professor of accountancy.
Kano Focus reports that Mr Dandago revealed this on Wednesday in an interview with journalists during a congregation parley.
He said the parley was not an election but an opportunity for contestants for the post of the Vice Chancellor to interact with members of the congregation on their mission, vision and how they intend to move the University forward.
He said the eligible voters are all academic and non-academic staff as long as they have a first degree.
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“The process is the sixth of its kind.
“We have done about five similar parleys prior to choosing a Vice Chancellor in the past,” he said.
Mr Dandago said community acceptance is one of the seven requirements of aspiring to become a Vice Chancellor, and it carries only 5 to 20% of total marks required.
“The selection board will interview the contestants and allocate the remaining marks to books authored, publications in academic journals, positions held in University, integrity, computer literacy, relationship outside the university environment, as well as vision for the university in the next five years.
“The selection board will choose the best three and submit the list to the university governing council who have the presidential mandate to choose the Vice Chancellor on behalf of the President.
“They may decide to choose who emerged first, second or even the third contestants.
“As we were told, all this processes will be completed by next Monday,” he said.
The contestants for BUK Vice Chancellor are: the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academics, Adamu Idris Tanko; former Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academics, Sagir Adamu Abbas; Dalhatu Balarabe Yakubu and Mohammed Dikko Aliyu from King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia.
At the end of the congregation parley, Sagir Abbas got the highest votes of 1,026, followed by Adamu Idris Tanko with 416 votes.
The other contestants, Mohammed Dikko Aliyu and Dalhatu Balarabe Yakubu polled 10 and 5 votes, respectively.
The process is scheduled to continue on Saturday August 8 where the Selection Board will interact with the candidates.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
A former Governor of Kano State Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for ordering a fresh investigation into the disappearance of activist and lecturer Abubakar Idris Dadiyata.
KANO FOCUS reports that Kwankwaso made the remarks in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Saturday following recent testimony by a former aide to an ex-state governor, who allegedly claimed that police officers were responsible for Dadiyata’s disappearance in Kaduna.
Dadiyata, a lecturer and social media commentator, was abducted in 2019, and his whereabouts have remained unknown since then.
According to Kwankwaso, he and his associates have consistently advocated for a thorough investigation into the incident and for those responsible to be brought to justice.
He described the Inspector-General’s directive for a comprehensive investigation as a “decisive and long-overdue action,” expressing hope that the process would uncover the truth behind the disappearance.
The former governor also urged police authorities to place individuals named in the allegations under close surveillance to prevent interference with the investigation.
Kwankwaso further called on the government to ensure that Dadiyata, if found alive, and his family receive adequate compensation for the trauma and hardship they have endured over the years.
He commended members of the public for sustaining advocacy efforts on the case and also praised Abba Hikima Fagge for what he described as his important role in the latest developments surrounding the investigation.
Kwankwaso expressed optimism that the renewed probe would ultimately deliver truth and justice in the case.
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.
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