Kano State

By Uzair Adam 

The Kano State Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking has arrested a suspected gang leader, Ishaq Lawan Ibrahim, popularly known as Malam Keya, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

The 27-year-old suspect was allegedly responsible for orchestrating violent clashes among rival gangs in several communities in Dala Local Government Area of Kano State.

The Daily Reality gathered that Ibrahim, a native of the Yelwa area of Dala, fled Kano for Port Harcourt after the task force intensified its crackdown on street gangs following repeated incidents of violence in the area.

He was allegedly involved in gang-related activities in Jakara, Madigawa, Yalwa, Sanka, Kul Kul, Dogon Nama, Kuka Bulukiya, Dala, Shatsari and Dandalin Turawa, among other communities across Kano metropolis.

In a statement, the task force said it tracked and arrested the suspect in Port Harcourt following credible intelligence.

The operation was coordinated by the task force’s Head of Operations, CSP Bashir Gwadabe, who led the team responsible for the arrest and subsequent transfer of the suspect to Kano.

Confirming the development, the task force chairman, Muhuyi Magaji Rimin-Gado, said Ibrahim remained in custody and would undergo further investigation before being charged to court.

Rimin-Gado described the arrest as a demonstration of the agency’s determination to track down wanted suspects regardless of where they might be hiding.

He warned individuals allegedly sponsoring violence and criminal activities in Kano against believing they could escape arrest by relocating outside the state.

“Let me assure you that those who bankroll violence should know that no distance and no hiding place will protect them. This arrest is only the beginning. We will not rest until peace is fully restored,” he said.

The chairman further assured residents that the task force would sustain its operations within the confines of the law, ensuring that all suspects were subjected to due process.

He said the agency was committed to dismantling criminal gangs, identifying their sponsors and disrupting drug supply networks allegedly fuelling violence across the state.

Rimin-Gado also called on residents, community and religious leaders, parents and young people to support the campaign against thuggery and drug abuse by reporting suspicious activities to security agencies.

He urged parents to closely monitor their children and remain vigilant about activities within their neighbourhoods.

“You should also refuse to be used by anyone to disturb the peace of our dear state. Safety of Kano is a shared responsibility, and together we will reclaim our streets and secure the future of our state,” he said.

The task force acknowledged support from the Kano and Rivers State police commands, along with other law enforcement agencies, in facilitating the operation.

By Uzair Adam

The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a cybercrime case against Sanusi Dankaka, who was accused of threatening to release nude videos and photographs allegedly involving Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

Justice Salim Ibrahim struck out the case on Tuesday after the prosecution counsel, A.Y. Afegbua, applied to withdraw the charges against Dankaka, the sole defendant.

Dankaka’s counsel, Kauna Penzin, did not oppose the application, prompting the judge to strike out the case in a brief ruling.

The development came after Justice Ibrahim had adjourned the matter until December 7 for the commencement of trial, following Dankaka’s plea of not guilty. However, the case was relisted as number 28, the last matter on Tuesday’s cause list.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Department of State Services (DSS) arraigned Dankaka on a two-count charge bordering on alleged cybercrime offences.

The charge, marked FHC/ABJ/CR/699/2026, was filed on October 22 by Afegbua and alleged that the offences were committed in October 2026.

In the first count, the DSS accused Dankaka and other persons still at large of attempting to publish malicious content through his Facebook account, “Sanusi Dankaka Yahaya”, in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The defendant was alleged to have claimed that he possessed nude videos and photographs of Governor Yusuf and threatened to release them to the public.

The alleged offence was said to contravene Section 27(1)(b) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2015, as amended, and was punishable under Section 24(1) of the same law.

In the second count, Dankaka and others still at large were accused of publishing content on the same Facebook account claiming that he possessed the alleged videos and photographs of the governor.

According to the DSS, the defendant knew the publication was false but allegedly circulated it to cause annoyance, inconvenience, insult and injury to the governor’s person and reputation.

The agency said the alleged offence was punishable under Section 24(1) of the Cybercrimes Act, as amended.

By Uzair Adam

Residents of Kumbotso, Madobi and Dawakin Kudu local government areas of Kano State have accused the state government of destroying farmlands during ongoing fencing work on an industrial layout, alleging that officials continued the exercise despite a court order to suspend it.

The residents said the ongoing work had heightened concerns over an earlier land measurement dispute already before the court, while a proposed extension of the industrial layout into additional plots and residential areas had triggered fresh opposition from affected property owners.

Speaking on behalf of the affected residents, Alhaji Rabi’u Idris, a Kumbotso community leader and chairman of an elders’ committee advocating for landowners in the three local government areas, said the dispute had been pursued through legal channels for nearly four years.

Idris said residents were particularly concerned about the extension of the layout and the treatment of those opposing the exercise, insisting that their demand was for fairness and transparency in the handling of their properties.

He also alleged that crops, including rice, maize and beans, had been destroyed during the ongoing fencing activities, leaving farmers worried about the loss of their investments and livelihoods.

According to him, the dispute affects more than 15,000 people across the three local government areas, many of whom acquired land and invested their savings in the properties.

“Our complaint is not against the measurement itself, but the irregularities surrounding it. We are asking for justice,” Idris said.

He added that the residents had sought permission from relevant authorities before attempting to organise demonstrations, but abandoned an earlier plan after security officials advised against it.

Idris also expressed concern over the arrest of the chairman and secretary of a youth association following a protest in Tamburawa, insisting that the two leaders were not involved in the demonstration that preceded their arrest.

Another affected resident, Alhaji Adamu Malam, alleged that the original land measurement exercise was characterised by irregularities, claiming that some landowners received allocation documents covering fewer plots than those recorded in their names.

Malam said residents became more concerned when officials resumed work on the layout, with fencing activities continuing while the earlier dispute remained before the court.

He claimed that residents had obtained a court order directing the suspension of the exercise, alleging that officials who were shown the order maintained that it did not apply to them.

Malam called on the government to review the measurement and allocation process, arguing that landowners should be given clear information about the plots allocated to them and the portions retained by the government.

“What we want is for the measurement to be reviewed, even if the exercise must continue. Every landowner should be satisfied that they have been treated fairly,” he said.

He added that transparent communication about land allocations would help resolve the dispute and restore confidence among affected residents.

Similarly, Sadiku Magaji Bello, a youth leader in the area, said residents initially cooperated with the government but became concerned when the industrial layout was extended to additional plots and residential areas they believed were outside the original demarcation.

Bello alleged that armed security personnel accompanied officials of the Ministry of Land and Physical Planning when they resumed work on the extension.

He maintained that the extension had also become a subject of legal contention and appealed to the Kano State Government to address residents’ concerns before proceeding further.

“We gave the government 100 per cent cooperation at the beginning, but we later discovered that the exercise had been extended to areas belonging to ordinary residents,” he said.

Bello urged the state governor to intervene and ensure that the land exercise was conducted transparently and in accordance with the law.

He warned that failing to address the grievances could deepen frustration among residents in the affected communities.

However, the Kano State Government has defended its handling of the land exercise, maintaining that it has the legal authority to manage public land and would ensure fairness to affected parties.

The Director of Public Enlightenment at the Ministry of Land and Physical Planning, Murtala Shehu Umar, said the existence of a court case would not necessarily prevent the government from carrying out its responsibilities.

Umar said the government had engaged affected landowners and paid compensation where necessary, maintaining that the dispute over the extension was distinct from the original land measurement exercise.

“The government owns the land and has the authority to manage it. Going to court will not necessarily stop the progress of work,” he said.

He added that the government had held discussions with residents over the extension but that some individuals continued to resist the exercise.

Umar maintained that the original landowners had received their entitlements and were satisfied with the outcome, urging all parties to remain calm.

“Everyone should remain calm. The government will ensure that justice is done to everybody,” he said.

The affected residents, however, insist that their concerns extend beyond the original measurement exercise to the ongoing fencing, alleged destruction of farmlands and the proposed expansion into additional plots and residential properties.

They are calling for the government to address the allegations, respect applicable court directives and ensure a transparent resolution of the dispute that protects the interests of all parties.

By Ibrahim Yunusa

Kano State Polytechnic gets Malam Magaji Rabi’u Garun-Danga as its new Registrar, following the approval of his appointment by Kano state governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. The appointment takes effect from September 16, 2026.

The appointment was conveyed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the Kano State Government, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim. Garun-Danga, who previously served as Deputy Registrar in charge of Human Resources at the Polytechnic, succeeds Alhaji Mukhtar Ibrahim Bello, whose tenure has ended.

The new Registrar brings administrative experience and professional expertise to the position, having served in various capacities within the institution. His appointment is expected to support the effective administration and continued development of the Polytechnic.

In a congratulatory message, the Rector, Dr. Abubakar Umar Farouk, FCA, on behalf of the Governing Council, Management, staff and students, congratulated Garun-Danga on his appointment. He also commended the outgoing Registrar for his contributions to the institution and wished him success in his future endeavours.

The Polytechnic community also expressed appreciation to Governor Yusuf for appointing a successor from within the institution, describing the decision as recognition of the experience and professional capacity of its existing workforce.

By Sabiu Abdullahi

The Kano State Police Command has returned 2 recovered vehicles, an orange Vibe car and an ash-coloured Haojue motorcycle, to their respective owners after confirming their ownership.

The command announced the handover in a statement issued on Friday by its Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa.

According to the police, officers recovered the vehicles through intelligence-led operations before handing them over to their owners at the command headquarters in Bompai, Kano, following the necessary checks.

“The vehicles were recovered through intelligence-led operations and handed over to their owners at the command headquarters in Bompai, Kano, after the necessary verification and documentation,” the statement said.

The beneficiaries expressed appreciation to the police for recovering their property and praised the officers for their efforts.

Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Adamu Bakori congratulated the owners and said the operation reflected the policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu.

“The policing vision emphasises the protection of lives and property, restoration of stolen property to victims of crime, and building public trust through transparent and accountable service delivery,” the statement said.

Bakori reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting residents and their property across the state.

“The Command remains resolutely committed to making Kano State safe and secure,” the commissioner said.

He also assured the public that the police would return recovered stolen items to their rightful owners after proper verification.

“The Command will ensure that all recovered stolen properties are returned to their legitimate owners after due verification,” the statement added.

The command advised anyone seeking information about recovered property to contact the investigating police officer on 08140081608 or visit the office of the police public relations officer at the Bompai Police Headquarters.

By Muhammad Abubakar

The Kano State Police Command has handed over a recovered orange Vibe motor vehicle and an ash-coloured Haojue motorcycle to their rightful owners.

The command disclosed this in a press release issued by its Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, on Friday.

According to the statement, the two properties were recovered through intelligence-led operations and handed over to their owners at the command headquarters in Bompai, Kano, after the verification of ownership documents and completion of necessary procedures.

The beneficiaries expressed gratitude to the police for recovering their properties, praising the command for its professionalism, commitment to justice and prompt response.

The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, congratulated the owners and said the recoveries aligned with the policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu.

The vision, the statement said, emphasises the protection of lives and property, the restoration of stolen items to victims and the promotion of public trust through transparent and accountable service.

Bakori reaffirmed the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Kano State, adding that all recovered stolen properties would be returned to their legitimate owners after due verification.

The command urged members of the public seeking further information to contact the investigating police officer on 08140081608 or visit the office of the Police Public Relations Officer at the Bompai Police Headquarters.

By Uzair Adam

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has held a closed-door meeting with Alhaji Aminu Babba Dan’agundi, Sarkin Dawaki Babba and Senior Counsellor to 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, amid renewed tension over the Kano Emirate.

The meeting reportedly took place at the Kano State Governor’s Lodge in Abuja and lasted nearly two hours, according to a source familiar with the development.

The source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said Dan’agundi was invited by Governor Yusuf for the private meeting but did not disclose what was discussed.

Dan’agundi, a prominent member of the camp of Aminu Ado Bayero, recently said he had “a lot of respect” for Governor Yusuf while speaking about developments surrounding the Kano Emirate dispute.

The meeting comes amid renewed controversy over a planned traditional horse-riding procession involving supporters of Aminu Ado Bayero.

On October 1, Dan’agundi said Bayero’s supporters would await the emir’s return before announcing arrangements for a planned horse-riding procession to Yakasai, where the monarch was expected to attend a Qur’anic graduation ceremony.

His comments came amid controversy over the reported appearance of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II on horseback during an Independence Day event in Kano, despite restrictions imposed by the state government on horse-riding and Durbar activities.

The development further heightened concerns over possible confrontation between supporters of the two rival emirate camps.

The Daily Reality recalls that the current Kano Emirate dispute dates back to March 2020, when former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje dethroned Muhammadu Sanusi II and installed Aminu Ado Bayero as the 15th Emir of Kano.

The move followed the restructuring of the Kano Emirate into five separate emirates under the Ganduje administration.

In May 2024, Governor Yusuf repealed the law establishing the five emirates and reinstated Sanusi as Emir of Kano.

The move effectively removed Bayero from the throne, but he rejected the decision and continued to operate from the Nasarawa Palace.

The dispute has since resulted in prolonged legal proceedings, alongside political and security tensions over the competing claims to the Kano throne.

In a related development on Wednesday, Kano State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, visited Bayero at the Nasarawa Palace and appealed to him to shelve the planned horse-riding procession to Yakasai.

Bakori also appealed to Dan’agundi to continue encouraging Bayero to cooperate with security authorities.

The police intervention followed Bayero’s notification to security authorities of his intention to embark on the horse-riding procession.

Bakori said security regulations require at least 72 hours’ written notice for public horse-riding or Durbar activities and appealed to Bayero to travel to the event by vehicle.

The reported meeting between Governor Yusuf and Dan’agundi comes against this backdrop, although neither the governor nor Dan’agundi has publicly disclosed the issues discussed during the private meeting.

By Uzair Adam

Kano State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Bakori, has visited the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, at his Nasarawa Palace in Kano.

The visit comes amid the lingering crisis surrounding the Kano Emirate, with discussions reportedly focused on maintaining peace and security across the state.

The Daily Reality recalls that the emirship tussle began in May 2024 after the Kano State Government repealed the law establishing five emirates in the state and reinstated Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano.

The development effectively removed Aminu Ado Bayero, who was installed as the 15th Emir in 2020 following the dethronement of Sanusi by the administration of former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje.

Bayero, however, rejected his removal and continued to occupy the Nasarawa Palace, while Sanusi returned to the main Emir’s Palace, deepening the legal and political dispute over the Kano throne.

The crisis has since generated prolonged legal proceedings and heightened concerns over peace and security in the state.

Against this backdrop, Bakori’s visit to Bayero is seen as part of efforts to engage key stakeholders and promote peace and stability amid the unresolved emirate dispute.

By Uzair Adam

Some training centres implementing the Federal Government’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme in Kano and Jigawa states are grappling with delayed payments, mounting operational costs and unpaid trainer allowances, raising concerns about the sustainability of the programme.

The Daily Reality gathered that the situation has left some centre operators struggling to meet their financial obligations, while trainers engaged to teach beneficiaries say they have gone for months without receiving their allowances.

There are also concerns over equipment promised to beneficiaries after training, with some graduates saying they completed their programmes without receiving the tools expected to help them establish businesses or secure employment.

The TVET programme is designed to equip unemployed Nigerians and others without sustainable employment with practical skills that can improve their chances of earning a livelihood. Beneficiaries are also expected to receive nationally recognised certificates and, in some cases, equipment packages after completing their training.

With more than 2,300 centres engaged nationwide after passing quality assurance processes, the programme covers more than 36 skills. 

But a growing dispute over payments, particularly the application of a 65 per cent attendance requirement, is now threatening to undermine its implementation in some centres.

Payment Dispute Threatens Training

At the centre of the dispute is a payment condition requiring beneficiaries to attain at least 65 per cent monthly attendance before centres can receive payment.

Participating centre operators argue that the condition conflicts with what they understood to be the payment arrangement in their agreements with the government, which they said was based on the number of verified trainees and agreed programme milestones.

They also object to what they described as the retrospective application of the attendance condition, arguing that it should not be imposed on agreements already entered into.

The operators said they support biometric attendance monitoring and other measures to ensure accountability, but questioned why centres should bear the financial consequences when some trainees fail to attend classes regularly.

One centre owner, who asked to remain anonymous, described the new payment arrangement as an attempt to frustrate training centres.

He stated that, “The new system is to defeat the centres. Instead of the agreement that they would pay centres based on the number of students, now they said no. 

“They did not revise the MoU, and they did not contact anyone. They just decided on their own on that 65 per cent,” he added.

According to him, the government was responsible for recruiting the beneficiaries, leaving centre operators with limited control over whether some of those trainees would remain committed to the programme.

He added, “They recruited the students themselves and they happened to lack interest in the programme.”

The centre owner argued that linking payments to attendance could leave operators financing training for beneficiaries whose recruitment and commitment were largely outside their control.

Centre Owners Count the Cost

Beyond the payment dispute, centre operators said they have continued to incur substantial expenses to keep their facilities running.

They are responsible for paying instructors, maintaining facilities and purchasing training materials while waiting for government payments.

One operator said a centre he knew received only N50,000 last month despite spending more than N300,000 on programme-related expenses.

He said his own centre had invested more than N10 million and expected to receive at least N15 million for the first month, but was paid only N3 million.

The disparity, he argued, makes it increasingly difficult for private operators to sustain the programme.

Another centre owner, Jamil Muhammad, not his real name, said operators could not continue financing government programmes indefinitely from their personal resources.

He stated that, “We cannot continue to finance the programme indefinitely while waiting for payments.”

For trainers, the financial pressure has also become a major concern.

Muhammad Kabir, not his real name, a trainer at one of the centres in Kano, said he had worked for almost three months without receiving his allowance.

He said the delay had affected the morale of trainers who depend on the payments to meet their personal and professional obligations.

Fear of Another Unresolved Government Programme

The payment difficulties have also raised fears among some operators that the TVET programme could eventually suffer the fate of previous government initiatives.

One centre owner said the programme might end without the government settling outstanding financial obligations to participating centres.

He cited N-Power and N-Skills under the previous administration, alleging that unresolved payment issues from those programmes remain a burden between operators and government.

He decried that, “We don’t want TVET to end the way N-Power and N-Skills ended. There are still backlogs with the government from those programmes.”

Our reporter gathered that for operators who have invested heavily in facilities, equipment and personnel, the concern goes beyond delayed payments. 

They fear that prolonged financial uncertainty could force some centres to withdraw from the programme before beneficiaries complete their training.

Centres Seek Government Intervention

Centre operators have appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, to intervene in the payment dispute.

Their demands include settling outstanding payments, reviewing the 65 per cent attendance condition, and deciding that any new payment arrangement should apply prospectively rather than retrospectively.

They also want a mechanism to replace beneficiaries who stop attending classes, withdraw from the programme, or fail to meet attendance requirements.

The operators maintain that such a system would protect public funds while preventing training centres from bearing the cost of beneficiaries who are no longer participating.

The dispute has already prompted some centres to threaten to suspend participation if the payment issues remain unresolved.

The Daily Reality recalls that the operators had previously raised concerns over the financial implications of the attendance-based payment arrangement, warning that continued delays could make it difficult for centres to sustain their operations.

Graduates Left Without Promised Equipment

While centre operators struggle with payments, some beneficiaries are facing a different problem: completing their training without receiving the equipment they were promised.

Kabir Muhammad, another centre operator, alleged that beneficiaries from the first cohort were promised equipment after completing their training, but some graduated months earlier without receiving anything.

He further alleged that beneficiaries in the second cohort were told they would receive equipment before or around the time of their training, but some were already several months into the programme without receiving the promised package.

For beneficiaries, the equipment is not simply an additional benefit. It is expected to provide the means to apply the skills acquired during training and, potentially, begin earning an income.

Aisha Muhammad, not her real name, a graduate of the first cohort, said she completed her training but received no equipment afterwards.

“After we graduated, nothing was given to us,” she said.

The absence of the equipment has raised questions about what happens to beneficiaries after they receive training and certificates if they lack the basic tools needed to put their newly acquired skills into practice.

Financial Burden Extends Beyond Payments

The financial burden on centres extends beyond delayed government disbursements.

Operators are expected to maintain suitable training facilities, engage instructors and provide the materials required for practical sessions. 

Private centres, in particular, also face expenses such as rent, salaries, electricity, fuel and general maintenance.

An advocacy brief reviewed during the investigation also raised concerns about the pressure created by attendance-based payments. 

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It cited a Kano centre with 40 learners that received N50,000 for July, a figure the document said was insufficient to cover the centre’s operational expenses.

The centre operators argue that payment mechanisms must account for costs already incurred in delivering the training, rather than placing the entire financial burden on providers.

They said the government’s monitoring system should distinguish between centres failing to deliver training and centres that have fulfilled their responsibilities but are affected by beneficiary attendance.

Experts Question Sustainability

Education and skills development experts said the payment problems could affect centres’ ability to retain qualified trainers and maintain the facilities required for effective practical training.

Dr Abdussalam Muhammad Kani, Director, Career Services Centre, Sa’adatu Rimi College of Education, Kumbotso-Kano, said delayed payments could affect facilitator retention and centres’ ability to meet running costs.

He noted that training centres require money for facilitators, maintenance, fuel and instructional materials, stressing that prolonged delays could undermine programme delivery.

Dr Kani called for dedicated funding and a clear budgetary provision for the programme, alongside stronger monitoring, reporting and assessment mechanisms.

Sulaiman Dandago, a lecturer at Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies (AKCILS), said the programme’s success depends largely on clear implementation arrangements, adequate facilities, and the availability of qualified instructors.

He said centres must be equipped according to the number of trainees enrolled, while private providers must also cover expenses such as rent and staff salaries.

Dandago warned that failure to pay participating centres and trainers could demoralise those responsible for delivering the programme.

“If the Federal Ministry of Education fails to pay dues, how can the programme attain its objectives?” he asked.

The concerns come at a critical stage for a programme intended to provide practical skills to thousands of Nigerians and improve their chances of becoming economically productive.

For beneficiaries, however, the initiative’s success will not be measured by training alone. It will also depend on whether centres can remain operational, trainers are paid, certificates are delivered and graduates receive the tools promised to help them turn acquired skills into livelihoods.

The payment dispute therefore raises a broader question about the programme’s sustainability: whether the government can maintain a system capable of supporting training centres throughout the process, from recruitment and instruction to certification and post-training assistance.

All efforts to obtain the Federal Ministry of Education’s response to the concerns raised by the centre operators proved abortive as of the time of filing this report.

By Uzair Adam

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, says more than 380 suspects have been arrested, while over 230 convictions have been secured within the first two months of the state government’s intensified campaign against drug abuse and illicit trafficking.

Yusuf disclosed this on Thursday while delivering an address at the 66th Independence Anniversary celebration held at the Sani Abacha Indoor Stadium, Kano.

According to a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor said the state government established the Kano State Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking in July 2026.

He said the administration also issued an Executive Order aimed at strengthening the fight against illicit substances, thuggery and other related criminal activities across the state.

Yusuf added that the task force had dismantled several drug joints and criminal hideouts in different parts of Kano since its establishment.

The governor described the fight against drug abuse and criminality as a collective responsibility requiring the involvement of government institutions, security agencies, traditional rulers, religious leaders, communities, parents and citizens.

He urged young people to shun drugs, violence and criminal activities, encouraging them instead to pursue education, agriculture, technology, entrepreneurship, vocational training and creative industries.

Yusuf said his administration would continue to support security agencies, strengthen community-based intelligence gathering and address social challenges contributing to crime and insecurity.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating a safer environment where young people can pursue lawful businesses and contribute meaningfully to the development of Kano State.