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President Tinubu declares "worst is over" for Nigeria's crises, claiming his first year stopped the "bleeding" despite skepticism over persistent economic woes. In a boldly optimistic assessment, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu declared Friday that the worst of the nation's economic and security...
Recently dethroned Emir Aminu Ado Bayero defiantly returned to Kano amid tensions over Governor Yusuf reinstating predecessor Sanusi, greeted by cheering supporters. In a tumultuous turn of events, Aminu Ado Bayero, the 15th Emir of Kano, has returned to the ancient city. Bayero's arrival...
Kano Governor orders arrest of recently dethroned Emir Bayero for "creating tension" after reinstating former Emir Sanusi amid crisis over control of ancient monarchy. The political crisis surrounding Kano's ancient emirate took a dramatic turn Saturday as Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf ordered the...
President Tinubu reflects on his first year, citing it as challenging yet fulfilling. He prioritizes transformative governance, promising prosperity and a legacy of good governance. Tinubu emphasizes fiscal federalism and strengthening local government systems. President Bola Tinubu reflects on...
Nigeria's Women Affairs Minister backed mass wedding of 100 orphan girls in Niger after initially opposing it, promising scholarships and support amid outcry. In a surprising U-turn, Nigeria's Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has backed the controversial mass wedding of 100...
Governor Yusuf vows to report abuse of court orders to Nigeria Governors' Forum. Reacts to injunction restraining Sanusi's reinstatement and dethronement of five emirs in Kano State The controversial saga surrounding the reinstatement of Muhammad Sanusi II as Emir of Kano took another dramatic...
Muhammadu Sanusi reinstated as Emir of Kano after law repeal. The turbaning ceremony took place on May 24, 2024, marking his return after being dethroned in 2020. Sanusi will lead Jumat prayers at Kano Central Mosque Muhammadu Sanusi has been reinstated and turbaned as the Emir of Kano, marking...
Kano State government defies court order to reinstate Muhammadu Sanusi as Emir of Kano. Amid legal disputes, Governor Abba Yusuf signed an amended bill, revoking the legislation that led to Sanusi's removal. Tensions rise as Sanusi set to receive reappointment letter amidst public outcry and...
Former Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, visits Ijebu-Ode amid deliberations on his fate. He felicitates Awujale on his birthday, expressing reverence and highlighting cultural ties. However, within 24 hours, Bayero is dethroned, and Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi is appointed as the new Emir...
Reinstated Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi, returns to Kano Government House to assume his role. Amid security precautions, a subdued homecoming reception awaits. The reinstated Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi, returned to the Kano Government House to formally assume his role as...
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