₦airaland Forum

Jabexxx:
You have an objective perspective. I love your comments.

The problem of Nigeria in religious matters is not basically the religions we practice. It is with the religious people in Nigeria. They are religious but godless.

DeGLORIOUS:
I enjoy reading your response. You refuse to be provoked even when the intention is to provoke.

helinues:
There shouldn't have been anything close to bandits and terrorists if religion actually have value.

New churches and mosques are been erected daily in Nigeria yet the rate of crime have been increasing. Abeg who have they been preaching to

helinues:
What's the value or relevance of religion with governance?

helinues:
Preach to the Muslim in the state to be tolerant. You don't need to be wasting money creating new department

id4sho:
Kudos to Mr Governor 👏. I've met with lots of Christians from Kebbi, particularly from Zuru.

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has ordered the Ministry of Religious Affairs to create a Department of Christian Affairs, to be headed by a Christian director, in the spirit of equity and fairness.

He gave the order when the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Kebbi State chapter paid him a thank-you visit.

He told the association’s members that God has put them at the helms of affairs, and they were doing their best to address all challenges facing the populace, with an emphasis on equity and fairness.

According to him, there was no justification whatsoever for the association not to have representation in the Ministry of Religious Affairs, or even to have its own ministry, as is the case in some states.
He thanked the association for their prayers for peace to reign in the state and the country. He also thanked them for their support in his re-election bid in 2027.

tommykiwi:
Nice creativity. It will definitely be of important some day.

IME1:
All I've to say is that your baby girl is beautiful and for you, you're very creative, modest and sensible.
More money to your account and peace in your family and home, amen in Jesus name

Jocdon:
I love the baby may God bless her

Cum4me:
Who dey support Tinubu no dey every dey comfortable. Including his kids Na wahala

HausaIgboYoruba:
APC data boyz. Don't worry ur 30K alert from Tinubu Media Center go soon land

aktolly54:
we still have people with good heart but some people already bastardized the whole thing. Am sure plenty people will love to contribute 1k ,2k or 5k for your babies toy but since we don't know who is who. People just sit back. You might decide to put your account number there on your post, anyone can be touch to waybill the proper toy chair for your baby

Coolgent:
Nice one.
May God bless her and guide her father to the right path unlike his current trend of promoting Tinubu

VicM6:
We the socialist group of Nigeria suppose arrest u nd that baby together......wetin that baby dey see chop for this tivnubu regime wey she fat like that...all her cheeks also fat......she go write statement of order how she dey use fat.....
I rest my case

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit the list of candidates for the 2027 Governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections.

The Commission said the deadline, which was originally scheduled to close on Saturday, August 8, 2026, has now been extended to Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

INEC said the extension followed appeals by political parties for additional time to complete the process of uploading their candidates’ lists on the dedicated portal.

The Commission announced the extension in a statement issued on Saturday by the National Commissioner and Chairman of its Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Kudu Haruna.

In a separate development concerning the forthcoming Osun State governorship election, INEC said the window for voters who applied for replacement of lost, damaged or defaced Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to print downloadable copies of their cards would close by midnight on Sunday, August 9, 2026.

The Commission explained that the deadline would enable it compile data on downloaded PVCs and determine the final statistics of total PVCs collected ahead of the August 15, 2026 Osun governorship election.

The ancient city of Kano is bursting at the seams, ranking among the 10 most populous cities globally with an estimated 17.5 million people, according to the World Population Review 2026 report.

It is ranked alongside Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Chengdu in China; Delhi and Mumbai in India; Kinshasa in DR Congo and Karachi, Pakistan.

Kano’s massive population growth, which is projected to hit 20 million by 2030, presents boundless opportunities, but may also have dire consequences if not effectively managed.

How well can the city’s growing numbers – largely youths – be leveraged for productivity and development, while minimising the attendant social, environmental and economic risks of a fast-rising megacity?

With insights from analysts, Weekend Trust highlights measures the government and other key stakeholders must take to turn the huge population into an advantage and the dangers their inaction may portend.

Kano’s expanding population has been driven by natural population growth, migration, commercial activities, and its strategic role as a major trading hub in northern Nigeria.

Development experts say the city’s continued growth presents significant opportunities for economic development, investment, and infrastructure expansion.

They, however, caution that rapid urbanisation increases pressure on housing, transportation, healthcare, education, water supply, and other essential public services.

As one of West Africa’s oldest commercial cities, Kano —famous for its groundnut pyramids in the past — has long served as a centre for trade, manufacturing, agriculture, and regional commerce. Its strategic location continues to attract businesses and people from across Nigeria and neighbouring countries, contributing to its expanding urban footprint and economic significance.

According to the World Population Review 2026 report, Kano city is currently the 9th most populous city globally, with an estimated 17.5 million people. This places the metropolis ahead of major cities such as Lagos, New York and Istanbul, and makes it Africa’s second largest city after Kinshasa.

However, there has been a nationwide debate over the population figure of Kano as many stakeholders contend whether the Centre of Commerce is more populated than Lagos.

The report paints a picture of shifting demographics across continents. Shanghai remains the largest city worldwide with over 24.7 million people, followed closely by Delhi, Kinshasa, Mumbai, and Beijing.

Kinshasa, with its explosive growth rate of more than five per cent annually, is the fastest‑expanding megacity on earth. But it is Kano’s inclusion in this league that has startled many observers. Once seen primarily as a regional capital, it has now joined the ranks of the world’s urban giants, underscoring Africa’s rapid urbanisation.

World Population Review notes that Kano’s growth is driven by a combination of natural increase and migration. The city’s annual growth rate of about 3.5 per cent is among the highest globally, and its population has surged past many traditional capitals of commerce and politics.

The report warns, however, that such expansion comes with enormous challenges in overstretched infrastructure, housing shortages, environmental risks, and governance pressures that could overwhelm local authorities if not managed carefully.

The data shows that Kano’s population in 1991 was 3,005,222. By 2026, the figure had climbed to 17,510,247, representing more than a five‑fold increase in just 35 years.

The report notes that Kano grew by over 536,000 people in the last year alone, an annual growth rate of 3.16 per cent. If this pace continues, the population is projected to surpass 20 million by 2030, cementing its place among the world’s megacities.

Similarly, the National Population Commission (NPC) data shows that Kano has consistently ranked among Nigeria’s most densely populated states. In 1991, the official census recorded 5,810,470 residents.

By 2006, the figure had surged to 9,401,288, representing a growth rate of nearly 62 per cent in just 15 years. Subsequent estimates by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and NPC placed the population at 13.4 million in 2016 and 15.46 million in 2022.

By early 2026, the NPC estimated 16,253,549 residents, with an annual growth rate of 3.27 per cent.

This trajectory is remarkable when compared with other Nigerian cities. Lagos, often seen as the country’s commercial capital, is estimated at 14.8 million in 2026, meaning Kano has overtaken it in numbers.

Abuja, the federal capital, remains far smaller at just over 2 million. The figures confirm that Kano is not only Nigeria’s most populous city but also one of the fastest‑growing metropolises globally.

Kano’s rise to megacity status is not accidental. Analysts say it is the product of several forces that have reshaped the city’s demographic landscape. Fertility rates in northern Nigeria remain among the highest in the world, ensuring a steady natural increase in population. But beyond births, Kano has become a magnet for migration.

Persistent insecurity in the North‑East and North‑West has forced thousands of families to flee their homes. Communities escaping insurgency in Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa, or banditry in Zamfara, Katsina, and Sokoto, often find refuge in Kano.

The city offers relative stability, economic opportunities, and cultural familiarity, making it a natural destination for displaced people. This influx has swelled Kano’s numbers dramatically in recent years.

At the same time, Kano’s enduring role as a commercial hub continues to pull people in. Its sprawling markets, from Kurmi to Sabon Gari, remain centres of trade and industry. The city’s textile heritage, agro‑processing ventures, and growing service sector provide livelihoods for millions. Expansion into surrounding local governments has created a vast metropolitan area, absorbing rural communities into the city’s orbit and blurring the line between urban and rural life.

Education and healthcare facilities concentrated in Kano also attract migrants seeking services unavailable in smaller towns. Universities, hospitals, and government institutions reinforce the city’s status as a centre of opportunities.

Together, high fertility, insecurity‑driven migration, economic pull, and urban sprawl explain why Kano has grown so fast and why it now stands among the world’s largest cities.

Kano’s sudden leap into the ranks of the world’s megacities is not without consequence, Weekend Trust gathered. The city’s population boom has placed enormous strain on infrastructure that was never designed to carry such weight. Roads are choked with traffic, public transport is inadequate, and housing estates are springing up faster than they can be regulated. For many residents, the dream of urban opportunity is confronted with the daily reality of congestion, rising rents and overstretched services.

The health sector is already feeling the pressure. Hospitals and clinics are overwhelmed by the high number of patients, while schools struggle to accommodate swelling enrolments. In many neighbourhoods, classrooms are packed far beyond capacity, forcing teachers to manage dozens of pupils with limited resources. Water supply and sanitation systems are under stress, raising concerns about public health in a city where informal settlements continue to expand unchecked.

Employment is another critical challenge. While Kano’s markets and industries provide livelihoods for millions, the pace of population growth far outstrips job creation. Young people, who make up the majority of the city’s residents, often find themselves unemployed or underemployed, fuelling frustration and sometimes crime.

Zehdbe:
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Bimpe29:
Didn't he get the answer? Why's he shameless? Please shed more light 😂

success1smyn:
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Walz001:
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