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  1. Ganduje Rejects Kano Government's Arrest Demand, Denies Violence Links

    Nigeria Ganduje Rejects Kano Government's Arrest Demand, Denies Violence Links

    The Digest: Former APC Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje has dismissed the Kano State government's call for his arrest as "baseless and reckless," framing it as an attempt to divert attention from governance failures. According to TheCable, Ganduje's office responded to allegations that his remarks...
  2. Kano Governor Calls for Removal of Police Commissioner, Accuses Him of Undermining Authority

    Nigeria Kano Governor Calls for Removal of Police Commissioner, Accuses Him of Undermining Authority

    The Digest: Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has demanded the immediate removal of the state's Police Commissioner, accusing him of insubordination and a direct challenge to gubernatorial authority. The conflict erupted during the state's Independence Day ceremony, where the governor...
  3. Anger and Ashes in Rano: Youths Burn Police Station After Detainee’s Death

    Nigeria Anger and Ashes in Rano: Youths Burn Police Station After Detainee’s Death

    What began as outrage over a young mechanic’s death in police custody turned destructive in Rano, Kano State. In a striking response, local youths torched the Rano Divisional Police Station, leaving widespread damage and claiming the life of the Divisional Police Officer. The clash speaks to a...
  4. Tension in Kano’s Creative Scene as Authorities Revoke Licences

    Nigeria Tension in Kano’s Creative Scene as Authorities Revoke Licences

    Kano State has shut down eight entertainment centres for violating cultural and moral codes, sparking renewed debate over censorship and creative freedom in northern Nigeria. Eight entertainment spots had their licences revoked by the state censorship board Allegations include hosting vulgar...
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