Kano State Governor Alhaji Abba Yusuf on Wednesday signed an Executive Order to combat drug trafficking, substance abuse and thuggery in the state, as part of efforts to tackle rising insecurity and criminal activities in the state.…
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Violent thuggery in Kano State has remained a deep-rooted problem that, many argue, has defied all efforts to eliminate it. The thugs, visibly operating as alleged political foot soldiers, are used by parties to satisfy their ambitions,…
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By AIG Salisu Fagge (Rtd) Kano, a historic city known for its rich culture and commerce, is facing a troubling surge in gang-related violence, particularly from youth gangs known as “Yan Daba.” These gangs, driven by factors such as…
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By Ibrahim Ayyuba Isah Even if one chooses silence, the horrifying tales, videos, and images flooding social media about thuggery and phone snatching in Kano force a response—for silence, in this case, could mean becoming the next…
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The Kano State Joint Task Force Committee on Peace Restoration and Youth Rehabilitation says it has arrested 53 suspected thugs and drug dealers in the state. Dr Yusuf Ibrahim-Kofarmata, the Chairman of the Committee and Commissioner…
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In a bold initiative to tackle rising thuggery clashes, Ja'en Makera community leaders, in Gwale local government area of Kano State have taken decisive actions to check the illicit drug menace and incessant thuggery. The community has…
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The Kano State Film Censorship Board has banned the distribution of movies depicting or endorsing cross-dressing and thuggery in the state. The Board’s executive secretary, Abba El-Mustapha disclosed this on Wednesday during a meeting…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC)   has threatened to cancel election results of crises ridden areas during the presidential and NASS election in Kogi. Dr Hale Longpet, Kogi Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC),…
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By Ali Abubakar Sadiq Before i delved into the issue proper, we need first to understand how Governor Yahaya Bello’s mental furniture is arranged. I believe no one will disagree me that as much as his youthful vigor and exuberance, he…
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Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno on Friday, disbursed N100 million to 152 youths, who renounced thuggery, to enable them to set up their businesses. Zulum who inaugurated the disbursement exercise in Maiduguri, said the gesture was to assist…
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