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Abdulgafar Oladimeji is a journalist based in Kano, Nigeria.
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Football Triangle: See Those Killing Kano Pillars
Kano Pillars, a prominent football club in Nigeria, is facing significant challenges attributed to mismanagement, corruption, and internal conflicts. The Kano State Government, along with other stakeholders like the Kano State Football Association and former players, are criticized for their roles in the club's decline. The article suggests that the club's issues stem from political interference, financial mismanagement, and a lack of proper governance. It calls for a reevaluation of the club's management structure and suggests potential solutions, including privatization and professional management, to restore Kano Pillars to its former glory.
Football Triangle: See Those Killing Kano Pillars
Kano Pillars, a prominent football club in Nigeria, is facing significant challenges due to mismanagement and corruption. The Kano State Government, along with other stakeholders like the Kano State Football Association and local sports administrators, are criticized for their roles in the club's decline. Issues such as political interference, corruption in player recruitment, and poor governance are highlighted as major factors contributing to the club's struggles. The article calls for a reevaluation of the club's management structure and suggests involving independent football technocrats to restore Kano Pillars to its former glory.
Breaking: Kano Assembly Speaker Quits
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Abdulazeez Garba Gafasa, has resigned, citing personal reasons. His resignation is linked to internal conflicts within the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) and upcoming local and general elections. Other principal officers, including the majority leader and deputy majority leader, also resigned. The assembly swiftly elected new officers, with Hamisu Ibrahim Chidari becoming the new speaker. The article highlights the political maneuvering and strategic disagreements within the APC in Kano.
Corruption: NFF Threatens To Prosecute Agents, Coaches, Parents
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a stern warning against corrupt practices involving player placements in national teams, particularly targeting player-managers, football agents, coaches, and parents. NFF General Secretary Dr. Mohammed Sanusi emphasized that any individual found guilty of offering or accepting bribes to secure a player's position will face prosecution. The NFF is closely monitoring the situation and has instructed coaches to ensure that all selections are based on merit.
EndSARS: Embrace Dialogue Police Caution Youths
The Kano state police command has urged youths to embrace dialogue instead of violent protests under the guise of EndSARS. Commissioner of Police Habu Ahmadu Sani emphasized the importance of peaceful expression of grievances and highlighted the success of community policing in preventing violence in Kano. The state commissioner of Youths and Sports, Kabiru Ado Lakwaya, also advocated for dialogue and peace-building, noting that Kano's proactive measures helped maintain peace during the nationwide protests.
Islamic Cleric Blames Insecurity On ASUU Strike
Sheikh Abdulwahab Abdullahi attributes Nigeria's security challenges to the ongoing ASUU strike, urging the National Assembly to mediate between the Federal Government and ASUU to resolve the dispute. The strike has left many youths idle, potentially exacerbating insecurity. ASUU's BUK zone organized a town hall to inform the community about the strike's reasons and seek solutions. The BUK Students Union president, Sani Garba, also called for a resolution to allow students to return to classes.
7 Persons Docked For Abduction of Children
Seven individuals were arraigned before a Kano high court on charges of criminal conspiracy and the abduction of nine underage children. The defendants allegedly abducted the children from their parents in Kano and sold them to a resident in Onitsha, Anambra state. The first defendant admitted to the charges and pleaded for leniency, while the others denied the allegations. The court has scheduled a summary trial for the first defendant and hearings for the other defendants' applications on December 27th.
Pro SARS Protest Rocks Kano
Hundreds of thousands of youths in Kano staged a peaceful protest urging the federal government to reform rather than disband the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS). The protesters, under the coalition of Youth Organizations, called for reforms to ensure operatives possess the necessary physical, mental, and professional status. Kano State Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje commended the Inspector General of Police for replacing FSARS with the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) and received a letter of commendation from the youths to be delivered to President Muhammadu Buhari.
CAF Confederation Cup, Kano Pillars Get 11 Man Continental Committee
Kano state governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has formed an 11-man committee to support Kano Pillars in their CAF Confederation Cup campaign. The committee, led by Deputy Governor Dr. Nasiru Gawuna and vice-chaired by Ibrahim Galadima, includes key figures from the Kano state Sports Commission, Nigeria Football Association, and other local sports authorities. The committee aims to ensure the club's success in the continental competition, with their first match against AS Girrafe of Senegal.
Kano Shariah Court orders 10 lashes for convict
An Upper Shariah Court in Kano sentenced Kabiru Haruna to 10 lashes for stealing two cartons of fish. The police prosecutor, Sergeant Isa Danzare, stated that Kabiru violated the Shariah Penal Code. The defendant admitted to the crime and pleaded for leniency. Judge Abdul Abdullahi Waya also ordered Kabiru to clean a mosque and a public toilet within the court's premises.
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