Buhari’s Aide Mentions Outstanding Governor in Kano’s History, ‘He Stood Out’

TheTalk.NG journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over nine years of experience covering politics and governance.

Kano, Kano state – Bashir Ahmad, the digital communications assistant to former President Muhammadu Buhari, on Friday, November 8, named Audu Bako as the most outstanding governor in Kano’s history in terms of infrastructure.

Ahmad said most of the infrastructures the state currently enjoys were thanks to Bako’s “remarkable foresight”.

He wrote on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle:

“In Kano’s history, Governor Audu Bako stands out as a leader with remarkable foresight. Most of the infrastructure we are enjoying today, such as the state secretariat, hospitals, road networks, schools, and hotels, were initiated during his tenure.

“Unfortunately, many of the governors who governed after him have largely prioritised their political ambitions over the substantial development of our state.”

Kano: Snapshot of Audu Bako

Bako was a police officer and the first governor of Kano state during the military regime of General Yakubu Gowon after the state was formed from part of the northern region.

Bako, who died in 1980, was credited with building most of modern Kano’s landmark structures.

The state government’s secretariat and the Audu Bako School of Agriculture in Dambatta were named after him. The Kano Zoo is also named after him.

‘I’m not fighting Kwankwaso’ – Kano gov

Earlier, TheTalk.NG reported that Abba Kabir Yusuf, the governor of Kano state, dismissed rumours of a frosty relationship with his political benefactor, Rabiu Kwankwaso.

Speaking during a media chat monitored by TheTalk.NG, Yusuf said he has no problem with “my leader” (Kwankwaso) at all, adding that all claims being peddled by some newspapers against his person are false.

Source: TheTalk.NG

BREAKING: Tinubu to Release Nnamdi Kanu? Bianca Ojukwu Opens Up

President Bola Tinubu’s minister of foreign affairs for state, Bianca Ojukwu, has expressed confidence that the government would soon release Nnamdi Kanu Ojukwu maintained that President Tinubu understood the importance of releasing Kanu in identifying the real freedom fighters and those causing violence in the southeast The minister made the comment at the 13th memorial ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

Senator Abaribe Denies National Assembly Approval for New Presidential Jet

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has revealed that the National Assembly was not approached for approval before the purchase of a new presidential jet The new Airbus A330, unveiled in August, faced backlash from Nigerians, with Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga clarifying it was a “refurbished jet” Abaribe expressed concern over the public’s perception of the National Assembly ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

BREAKING: Tinubu Gets Special Invitation from France, Details Emerge

President Bola Tinubu is set to begin a three-day working visit to France, based on President Emmanuel Macron’s invitation According to the presidency, Tinubu’s visit to France will centre on strengthening political, economic and cultural relations between Nigeria and France The president is expected to visit the European country along with his wife, Oluremi President ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

BREAKING: Heavy Protest Hits Osun, Reason, Details Emerge

TheTalk.NG journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements. Residents of Ido Osun, located in the Egbedore Local Government Area of Osun State, staged a protest on Tuesday in response to Governor Ademola Adeleke’s decision to relocate the M.K.O Abiola Airport project to his hometown, Ede. The protest was ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

Nigerians React as Tinubu Sends Birthday Message to Atiku

President Bola Tinubu extended birthday wishes to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, acknowledging his role in Nigeria’s democratic process The message, shared by Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, sparked various reactions from Nigerians, with many praising Tinubu’s political acumen and statesmanship The gesture is believed to highlight the ongoing political dynamics and mutual respect ... Read more Continue reading here ▶