Kwankwaso Threatens Legal Action Against Kano Commissioner
A former Kano State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has threatened to sue the state’s Commissioner for Information,...
Kano State
Kano State, the “Centre of Commerce,” is the economic engine of Northern Nigeria and the state with the highest commercial density in the region. Home to the historic Kurmi Market, Kano is a global hub for trade, leather, and textiles. Naija News brings you the latest on Kano’s vibrant politics, trade, and traditional heritage.
Quick Facts & Profile
| Category | Details |
| Current Governor | Abba Kabir Yusuf (NNPP) |
| Capital | Kano |
| Founded | May 27, 1967 |
| Slogan | Centre of Commerce |
| Geopolitical Zone | North West |
| Area | 20,131 $km^2$ |
| Population | ~16 Million+ (Estimated) |
| ISO Code | NG-KN |
Geography and Borders
Kano is located in the heart of the Sudan Savannah. It shares borders with Katsina State to the northwest, Jigawa State to the northeast, Bauchi State to the southeast, and Kaduna State to the southwest.
Governance: From 1967 to Date
Kano’s political history is defined by its strong traditional institutions and radical democratic movements:
- Audu Bako (1967–1975): Pioneer governor who built much of modern Kano’s dams and infrastructure.
- Abubakar Rimi (1979–1983): Known for his populist policies and mass literacy campaigns.
- Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso (1999–2003, 2011–2015): Known for the “Kwankwasiyya” movement and massive scholarship programs.
- Ibrahim Shekarau (2003–2011): Focused on human capital and “Sharia” implementation.
- Abdullahi Umar Ganduje (2015–2023): Oversaw the creation of new Emirates and massive flyover projects.
- Abba Kabir Yusuf (2023–Present): Currently leading with a focus on education and urban restoration.
Education and Landmarks
The state hosts Bayero University Kano (BUK) and the Kano State University of Science and Technology. Iconic landmarks include the Gidan Rumfa (Emir’s Palace), the Kano City Walls, and the Dala Hill.
Kano APC Chairman Regains Freedom After 68 Days With Kidnappers
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Kano Assembly Extends Suspension Of Three LG Chairmen By Another Three Months
Three local government chairmen in Kano State will remain suspended for another three months as the State House of Assembly continues its...
INEC Reveals Why Gwarzo’s Name Has Not Been Published
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has included Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Pantami, as the Peoples Democratic Party...
Governor Abba Yusuf Swears In Six New Commissioners
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has appointed six new commissioners to oversee key ministries in his administration. The new commissioners were...
Kano Electoral Commission Chairman Resigns
The Chairman of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC), Professor Sani Lawal Malumfashi, has resigned from his position. He resigned after...
Ganduje’s Ally, Mansur Ahmed Dumps APC
A former Kano State Commissioner for Works, Housing and Transport, Mansur Ahmed, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC). Naija News...
INEC Omission: Kwankwaso Leads Kwankwasiyya Supporters In Kano Protest
The Deputy Governorship Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State, Mustapha Kwankwaso, on Friday, led hundreds of Kwankwasiyya Movement...
Kano Shuts Nine Private Schools For Allegedly Bypassing Regulatory Rules
Nine private schools in Kano State have been ordered to close for seven days over their failure to meet registration revalidation and...
Kwankwasiyya Reveals Next Move Over Kano NDC Guber Disqualification
The Kwankwassiyya Movement has revealed the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) will explore that opportunity and engage with Independent National Elextoral Commission (INEC)...
Kano Sports Commission Secretary, Bashir Maizare, Dies
The Kano State sports community has been thrown into mourning following the death of the Secretary of the Kano State Sports Commission,...
Do Not Provoke Us To Abandon The Law – Kwankwasiyya Warns Kano Govt
The Kwankwasiyya Movement has accused the Kano State Government of intimidating and harassing critics and opposition supporters in the state. Naija News...
Govt Suspends Kano Durbar, Horse-Riding Activities Over Security Concerns
The Kano State Government has suspended all Durbar processions and horse-riding activities within the Kano metropolis until further notice. The State Security...
PDP Dissolves Kano State Working Committee
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dissolved its entire State Working Committee in Kano State, with the affected chairman, Dr Bello Gambo...
INEC Declares Winner Of Kano Bye-Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Hussaini Yusuf Datti, as the winner...
Woman Hacks Her Husband To Death After Hearing His Plans For A Second Wife
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Kano By-Election: Police Ban Movement In Dawakin Kudu
Residents of Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area of Kano State will face movement restrictions as police tighten security for the State Assembly...
2027: PDP Replaces Kano Governorship Candidate With Abacha’s Son
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano State has replaced its earlier governorship candidate, Muhammad Bello Dalha, with Muhammad Sani Abacha, son...