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Kano 24/7 News, Kano (2026)

24/05/2026

US President Donald Trump has announced that a potential agreement between the United States and Iran to end escalating tensions and avoid a wider conflict is “largely negotiated,” though he stressed that the deal still requires final approval and completion.

In a post published Saturday on his Truth Social platform, Trump said:
“An Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the various other countries.”

The statement comes amid intense diplomatic efforts involving Washington, Tehran, and regional stakeholders over Iran’s nuclear activities, maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, and broader Middle East stability. According to multiple reports, mediators are also attempting to secure a temporary ceasefire arrangement and open a month-long negotiation framework aimed at preventing further military escalation.

At the same time, reports from The New York Times and Axios suggest growing tension between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the direction of the Iran talks.

According to unnamed Israeli defense officials cited by the New York Times, Israel has allegedly been “almost entirely out of the loop” regarding ongoing US-Iran negotiations. The report claims Israeli officials have relied on alternative diplomatic channels and intelligence sources to gather information about the discussions.

Axios further reported that Netanyahu reacted with alarm following a recent phone conversation with Trump concerning a proposed “letter of intent” designed to launch formal negotiations and reduce the likelihood of war. Sources quoted by Axios indicated there are significant disagreements between Washington and Tel Aviv over how Iran should be handled moving forward.

Trump, however, publicly downplayed any rift with Netanyahu. Speaking to reporters earlier in the week, he described the Israeli leader as “a very good man” and stated that Netanyahu would “do whatever I want him to do.”

The US president also warned that negotiations remain at a critical stage, describing the situation as being “right on the borderline” between war and peace.

“If we don’t get the right answer, it could happen very quickly,” Trump said, while insisting that any final agreement must deliver “100% good answers.”

The proposed negotiations are expected to address key issues including Iran’s nuclear program, regional security arrangements, and freedom of navigation through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz — a major global oil transit route.

Analysts believe the emerging diplomatic push reflects growing international concern that a direct confrontation between the United States, Iran, and Israel could destabilize the Middle East and disrupt global energy markets.

Despite Trump’s optimistic remarks, no official final agreement has yet been publicly released by either Washington or Tehran, and negotiations are reportedly still ongoing.

15/05/2026

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has urged the Federal Government to adopt stronger supply-side economic reforms to address Nigeria’s persistent inflationary pressures, warning that monetary tightening alone will not solve the country’s economic challenges.

Speaking on the latest inflation figures, the Director and Chief Executive Officer of CPPE, Dr. Muda Yusuf, said Nigeria’s inflation outlook for April 2026 remains fragile due to growing domestic and global cost pressures, particularly the impact of ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

According to him, headline inflation increased slightly from 15.38 per cent in March to 15.69 per cent in April 2026, indicating that inflationary pressures are still high, although the pace of increase has moderated.

Dr. Yusuf explained that food, transportation, energy, healthcare and restaurant services accounted for nearly 87 per cent of inflationary pressures recorded during the month under review. He noted that these sectors represent essential household expenditures, especially for low-income Nigerians who continue to face severe economic hardship.

He further warned that the ongoing tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States have heightened global oil market volatility, resulting in rising crude oil prices and increasing energy costs within Nigeria’s domestic economy.

According to the CPPE boss, higher prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas are significantly driving up transportation, logistics and production costs across several sectors, with direct consequences on food prices and general consumer inflation.

Dr. Yusuf stressed that Nigeria’s inflation problem is largely structural and supply-driven, arguing that additional monetary tightening by the authorities could further increase borrowing costs for businesses, discourage investments and slow productivity growth.

He therefore called on both the federal and state governments to intensify supply-side interventions aimed at reducing energy costs, improving transportation infrastructure, strengthening food supply chains, enhancing trade facilitation and boosting local productivity.

The economist also advised businesses operating in the country to adopt cost-management strategies such as improved energy efficiency, flexible pricing models, affordability-focused products and smaller packaging options to cope with weakening consumer purchasing power.

He added that although the latest inflation figures suggest that inflationary momentum may be easing gradually, the disinflation process remains vulnerable to external shocks, particularly developments in the global energy market.

Dr. Yusuf maintained that sustainable inflation reduction in Nigeria would depend largely on structural reforms and targeted government interventions capable of lowering the costs of food, transportation and energy across the economy.

13/05/2026

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has successfully resolved the lingering political disagreement within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano North Senatorial District following a series of high-level consultations with party stakeholders.

This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.

The reconciliation process reportedly received the support and intervention of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, whose efforts contributed significantly to restoring unity within the party.

The meetings culminated in a consensus agreement between Hon. Abdullahi Tijjani Muhammad Gwarzo (ATM) and the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin.

As part of the resolution, ATM Gwarzo formally withdrew his senatorial aspiration in support of Senator Barau ahead of the 2027 general elections.

In a withdrawal letter submitted to the party leadership, ATM Gwarzo reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty and commitment to the APC and its leadership.

Speaking after the meeting, ATM Gwarzo described himself as a committed party loyalist who would always abide by the collective decisions of the party.

He stated that he could not ignore the appeals and intervention of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, noting that the trio worked tirelessly to ensure peace, unity, and consensus within the APC in Kano State.

In his remarks, Senator Barau commended ATM Gwarzo for demonstrating political maturity, mutual respect, and a strong spirit of understanding.

He added that despite political differences, they had always maintained a cordial relationship as friends and political associates.

The Deputy Senate President further assured party members that both leaders would continue working together to strengthen the unity, stability, and progress of the APC.

Governor Yusuf, while applauding the two leaders, described their actions as a demonstration of sacrifice, understanding, and dedication to party unity.

According to the Governor, the resolution would further consolidate the strength of the APC in Kano State and across the country.

Governor Yusuf also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to dialogue, reconciliation, and inclusive leadership among party members and stakeholders.

The Governor had earlier resolved the Kano Central Senatorial disagreement, which led to the emergence of former Governor, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, as the APC consensus candidate for the zone.

12/05/2026

The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the appointment of the Emir of Gaya, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr. Aliyu Ibrahim Abdulkadir, as the Amirul Hajj for the 2026 Hajj exercise.

This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson and Director General, Media and Publicity, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Tuesday.

According to the statement, the Emir of Karaye, His Royal Highness Alhaji Muhammad Muhammad Maharaz, has also been appointed as the Deputy Amirul Hajj for the forthcoming pilgrimage exercise.

The statement further noted that the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board has been directed to provide the necessary support and cooperation to the Amirul Hajj and his deputy to ensure a smooth, successful, and hitch-free Hajj operation.

Governor Yusuf also prayed for a successful Hajj exercise and wished the Amirul Hajj, his deputy, management, staff, and all intending pilgrims from Kano State a spiritually rewarding pilgrimage, as well as safe journeys to and from the Holy Land.

11/05/2026

The Federal Government has approved 150 as the minimum admissible cut-off mark for admissions into public and private universities, as well as colleges of nursing sciences across Nigeria for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The decision was announced on Monday by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, during the 2026 Admission Policy Meeting organised by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board in Abuja.

According to the new admission benchmarks approved at the meeting, universities and colleges of nursing sciences will admit candidates with a minimum score of 150, while polytechnics and colleges of education will maintain a minimum cut-off mark of 100.

The policy meeting was attended by vice-chancellors, rectors, provosts, and other stakeholders in the education sector, who jointly agreed on the minimum admission requirements for tertiary institutions nationwide.

However, institutions are still permitted to set higher cut-off marks for competitive courses and programmes, but are not allowed to go below the approved national minimum.

08/05/2026

'The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially cleared the Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, to contest for a second term in the 2027 governorship election.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.

According to the statement, Governor Yusuf secured the party’s clearance after successfully undergoing the screening exercise conducted by the National Working Committee (NWC) of the APC following the submission of his nomination and screening forms.

Speaking during the exercise held at the Plateau Governor’s Lodge, the National Chairman of the APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, who led the screening committee, confirmed that Governor Yusuf met all constitutional and party requirements to seek re-election.

At the conclusion of the screening process, Governor Yusuf was declared the sole aspirant cleared so far for the APC governorship ticket in Kano State ahead of the 2027 elections.

In his remarks, Governor Yusuf expressed gratitude to the leadership of the party for the confidence and trust reposed in him.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to delivering more democratic dividends to the people of Kano State through policies and programmes aimed at promoting peace, economic growth, infrastructural development, and inclusive governance.

The governor also urged party members, supporters, and stakeholders to remain united and continue working collectively for the progress of Kano State and the success of the APC in the 2027 elections.

23/04/2026

Peter Obi leads South-East delegation to Bauchi, seeks Bala Mohammed’s support for national unity and power shift

By danivert

Presidential hopeful and Chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Peter Obi, has led a powerful delegation of South-East leaders to visit Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State in a move aimed at rebuilding synergy and partnership to wrest power from the President Bola Tinubu administration.

The South-East leaders who accompanied Obi on the visit to the governor in Bauchi on Thursday included former Deputy Governor of Abia State and current Senator representing Abia South, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe; former National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and current Senator representing Anambra Central, Senator Victor Umeh; Senator Ben Obi; Professor Udenta O. Udenta, professor of African Literature; and activist, Comrade Tanko Yunusa.

Obi, while addressing journalists at the end of a closed-door meeting with the governor, members of his cabinet, and other stakeholders, said the visit was for the progress and development of the country.

“I have been here before, but today more importantly, I came with a powerful delegation from the South-East,” he stated.

“My purpose of visiting is to solicit the support and cooperation of Governor Bala Mohammed, the stakeholders of Bauchi State, and the North-East in our quest to unite Nigeria. We want to have a united country and build a future for our children.

“The country cannot continue the way it is going. We are headed in the wrong direction and we need to reverse that for everybody. That is why we are here to seek his support and the support of the people of Bauchi in building a Nigeria for the benefit of all, where a child of nobody can become somebody without knowing anybody.”

Obi added that Nigerians must come together irrespective of party, religion, or tribe.

“We cannot have a Nigeria where people cannot afford food and are asked what party they belong to. No political party buys bread cheaper. No religion or tribe buys bread cheaper.

“When kidnappers stop you on the road, they do not ask what party you belong to. You will pay ransom regardless of your party. We want a Nigeria where everybody is secure.

“Farmers should be able to go to their farms safely and help grow agriculture, which can earn us more than oil. Our greatest asset is uncultivated land in the North. We want to invest in it to drive the economy.

“The invitation is to build a better Nigeria. That is why I came to invite him.”

In his response, Governor Bala Mohammed said Peter Obi visited Bauchi with a vision for unity and national development.

“Peter Obi came with a torchlight because he is talking about unifying and building the country, building bridges, and creating a new future for Nigeria. That is what we stand for as a state and as a people.

“We feel highly honoured by this visit from eminent persons from the South-East who chose to visit us. They are here not to ask for anything other than partnership, synergy, and rebuilding this country.

“We believe Peter Obi has become a recurrent visitor to Bauchi. He has visited our health institutions and schools. This time, he has come with a lot of love which he wants to extend to us.

“We have given him all assurances that our respect and support are with him and the leaders who visited us today. It is about rebuilding synergy and partnership for the progress and development of this country,” the governor said.

The sun Nigeria

23/04/2026

By Daniel Adaji

President William Ruto has criticised Nigeria’s economic conditions and English usage, pushing back against comments by President Bola Tinubu that Nigerians are better off than citizens of other African countries.

The exchange followed remarks by Tinubu during a visit to Bayelsa State, where he inaugurated key infrastructure projects and defended his administration’s economic policies despite rising fuel prices.

“It is very important that we are honest with our people. Yes, I hear you from various angles of the economy. The fuel price is biting hard, but look around, let us thank God together, that you are better off. Listen to them in Kenya and other African countries and what they are going through. We will not look back. We will continue to fine way to ameliorate the sufferings of the vulnerable,” Tinubu had said.

In a now-viral video response, Ruto dismissed the comparison, pointing to Nigeria’s infrastructure challenges, particularly its persistent power supply issues, and taking a swipe at its English usage.

“Our education is good. Our English is good. We speak the best English in the world. If you listen to a Nigerian speak English, you’ll need a translator. We’ve the best human capital anywhere in the world,” Ruto said, using humour to defend his country’s standing.

The remarks come amid broader economic pressures across Africa, including rising fuel prices linked to global supply disruptions, partly driven by tensions in the Middle East and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route.

The exchange has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many users criticising both the comparison and the tone of the remarks.

On X (formerly Twitter), a user, Bureau-39, wrote, “Let’s not drag the whole country into this s**t between two incompetent mad corrupt politicians. Both the countries speak good English, Kenya leans toward a clearer, more British-influenced style, while Nigeria mixes it with rich local flair and pidgin that can sound like its own dialect.”

Another commenter, Frank Bryant, questioned the basis of the debate, saying, “Why should Africans be competing over who speaks the colonial masters language very well?”

Xave added, “and you think they would listen to you the only thing Africans are good at is fighting amongst themselves.”

Obiridike commented, “They will do that Ghanaians and South Africans say all Nigerians are thieves and drug peddlers.”

Similarly, Michael James echoed, “They will do that Ghanaians and South Africans say all Nigerians are thieves and drug peddlers.”

While Nigeria remains one of Africa’s largest do oil producers, it continues to grapple with inflation, currency instability and erratic electricity supply.

Kenya, on the other hand, has positioned itself as a regional hub for finance and technology, though it also faces economic challenges, including rising debt and cost-of-living pressures.

Daily Trust

15/04/2026

DAMATURU — The management and staff of the Yobe Broadcasting Corporation (YBC) have commended the outgoing General Manager, Alhaji Musa Galadima, for his 34-year contribution to the state’s media landscape following his official retirement from service.

In a comprehensive commendation statement issued on Wednesday in Damaturu, the staff of Radio Yobe described Galadima’s retirement as the conclusion of a "transformative era" for the state-owned media house.

The statement highlighted that Galadima’s leadership was characterized by a robust focus on human capital development and the modernization of broadcasting equipment. It noted that under his supervision, the corporation successfully migrated several key operations to digital platforms, enhancing the reach and clarity of YBC’s signals across Yobe and neighboring states.

On staff welfare and professional growth, the statement said:
"Alhaji Galadima’s administration prioritized the professionalization of the workforce. Through his initiatives, dozens of staff members were sponsored for advanced certification at the National Broadcast Academy, Lagos.

"Furthermore, his partnership with international development partners, notably BBC Media Action, provided journalists and producers with world-class training in governance reporting and community health programming."

The corporation also credited the outgoing General Manager with resolving long-standing personnel issues. The statement specifically pointed to the regularisation of several volunteer staff into the permanent civil service cadre, a move that significantly boosted morale and institutional stability.

In terms of content, the statement observed that Galadima’s tenure saw the introduction of diversified, community-focused programming aimed at promoting grassroots participation and government-citizen engagement.

"His role as a unifying figure fostered an environment of peace and fairness. He successfully integrated various departments into a cohesive unit,ensuring that discipline and professionalism remained the hallmarks of the corporation," the statement added.

The staff expressed their appreciation for his "fatherly guidance" and prayed for his successful transition into post-retirement life, noting that his legacy would serve as a template for future administrators in the state’s civil service.

13/04/2026

A former Chief of Army Staff, retired Lt.-Gen. Tukur Yusuf Buratai, has described the recent airstrike on Jilli Market as a necessary military action against a terrorist stronghold.

Mr Buratai, in a statement on Sunday, said the strike was based on credible intelligence indicating that Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters were using the market for logistics and operations.

He acknowledged reports of civilian casualties, noting that the loss of the innocent lives was painful and deeply regrettable.

The former army chief, however, commended the Nigerian Air Force and intelligence agencies for what he described as courage and professionalism in executing the operation.

According to him, Jilli market has a long history as a terrorist logistics hub in spite of repeated military raids and closures over the years.

He recalled that troops had occupied the area during Operation LAST HOLD in 2018, engaging insurgents in several encounters.

Mr Buratai noted that terrorists continued to exploit the market with the cooperation of some individuals who patronised and supplied them.

He stressed that insurgents often embed within civilian populations, using them as shields, thereby complicating military operations.

“No military wishes to harm civilians, but when such locations are persistently used by terrorists, action becomes necessary,” he said.

He urged residents of Geidam, Gubio, Damasak and Ngamdu to desist from trading in markets linked to insurgent activities.

According to him, communities that continue such interactions risk exposure to military operations targeting terrorists.

Mr Buratai therefore called for sustained public support for the armed forces, emphasising that decisive action remained key to ending insurgency.

He also prayed for the repose of the souls of those who died and speedy recovery for the injured.

NAN

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