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Kano Draws the Line: No More Scrap Metal from North-East, Says Govt
The Kano State Government has temporarily banned the importation of scrap and waste materials from Northeastern states, particularly those affected by the Boko Haram insurgency.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The directive was announced in a statement issued by Muhammad Dahir Idris, Director of Public Relations and Enlightenment at the Ministry.
According to the statement, the Commissioner for Internal Security and Special Services, AVM Ibrahim Umaru (Rtd), issued the directive on Wednesday during a meeting with the leadership of the National Association of Scraps and Waste Dealers, Employers of Nigeria.
Umaru explained that the decision followed the recent bomb explosion at a scrap warehouse along Western Bypass Road and Kofar Ruwa, which resulted in fatalities and destruction of property. He urged the association to develop safety measures to prevent future occurrences and to ensure that all scrap materials brought into the state are free of explosives.
“Kano State remains committed to protecting your interests and supporting your business. You are encouraged to draft a formal policy and growth plan to enhance your operations,” Umaru advised.
Responding, the association’s Regional President, Aminu Hassan, said members had already stopped purchasing scrap and waste materials from insurgency-affected states in the Northeast. He assured the commissioner that the association would continue to operate within the law and requested government support to help grow their businesses.
Hassan explained that the association, registered under the 2004 Trade Union Act and overseen by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Productivity, supplies scrap materials essential for the operations of several industries that cannot afford new raw materials. He warned that halting their operations could severely affect many manufacturing companies.
He added that the association has created employment for thousands of youth, with over 100,000 members spread across all 44 local government areas in the state.
Addressing some of the group’s challenges, Hassan noted the increasing number of underage children acting as scavengers. He disassociated the association from this practice, blaming it instead on irresponsible parenting.
He acknowledged that a few unscrupulous individuals within the sector engage in vandalism and trading stolen goods. However, he noted that the association has consistently collaborated with security agencies to arrest and prosecute offenders.
Also speaking, a member of the association’s Board of Trustees and chairman of the National Association of Kano (NAK), Akilu Hassan Sardaunan Funtua, emphasized the need for stronger collaboration with the state government to foster economic growth and stability.
In conclusion, Hassan assured the commissioner that the association would continue to enforce strict safety standards to prevent any recurrence of such tragic incidents.
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NATIONAL OUTRAGE! Kwankwaso Drops Shocking Bombshell: “We Will Negotiate With Terrorists And Criminals!”.
During an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Rabiu Kwankwaso, the vice-presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), outlined the party’s strategy for addressing insecurity ahead of the 2027 elections. He stated that an NDC administration would engage with everyone, including criminals and terrorists, to help deter their actions. Kwankwaso noted that local residents in affected areas are well-aware of the identities and locations of these outlaws, but they often withhold information from security forces out of fear due to negative past experiences when reporting them.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the vice presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), remains confident that his party will claim victory in the upcoming presidential election. Appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Kwankwaso stated that the NDC is experiencing surging momentum nationwide, pointing to favorable public backing in major trading hubs like Wuse Market, Sabon Gari in Kano, and Ibadan, alongside its core regions. He asserted that presidential flagbearer Peter Obi will overcome President Bola Tinubu in 2027, emphasizing that numerous unexpected developments will work to the party’s advantage. Additionally, Kwankwaso reaffirmed that Obi is committed to serving only a single term if elected, confirming that signed agreements regarding this one-term presidency exist between Obi, himself, and the party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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VIOLENCE MUST END! ALGON Takes Radical Step To Restore Peace By Banning Transport Unions Across Osun!.
The Osun State chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has suspended the operations of all transport unions within public motor parks across the state. This measure was taken in response to a series of violent clashes between rival groups, which the association deemed necessary to maintain public order and protect residents.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Rationale for Suspension: The action follows repeated violent incidents involving factional disputes within the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), which resulted in the death of a toddler and the shooting of an elderly man.
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Safety Concerns: ALGON Vice Chairman, Lanre Balogun, noted that public motor parks had increasingly become unsafe for commuters and operators, turning into hideouts for criminals.
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Immediate Directive: Effective immediately, all transport unions—including motorcycle and tricycle operators—are prohibited from activities in public motor parks across the state’s 30 local government areas and the Ife East Area Office in Modakeke.
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Security Measures: ALGON has requested that security agencies take control of these facilities to restore peace and track down individuals involved in the violence, specifically calling for the arrest of NURTW factional leader Nurudeen Alowonle.
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Legal Basis: Balogun explained that the decision is supported by the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which grants local governments the authority to regulate motor parks and maintain public order. He emphasized that local government chairmen would not allow facilities under their control to become security threats, even if other authorities prioritize political considerations over safety.
The suspension will remain in effect until order is restored and public safety is ensured within the state’s transport sector.
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