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Police Fires Back At Youth Who Are Trying To Loot Store In Kano

he Nigerian Police Force (NPF) Kano State Police Command has dispersed some youths who tried to break into a store along Zoo road in the state capital. According to Daily Trusts, the suspects had attempted to force their way into the two-storey building housing Sadaraki Stores. But the police quickly moved in to stall their action. However, before the arrival of security operatives, the suspects…

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Why We Snubbed Gov Yusuf’s Order On Ado Bayero’s Eviction – Kano Police Commissioner

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Kano: Supreme Affirms Abba Yusuf As Governor

The Supreme Court has affirmed the election of Abba Yusuf as Kano state governor. A five-member panel of the apex court held that the tribunal and the court of appeal erred by sacking Yusuf, candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), as governor of the state. The supreme court had reserved judgment after hearing the appeals on December 21, 2023. In March 2023, the Independent National…

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As I promised, let's start with the bookscans:

Al-ANDALUS. PERSONAJES HISTÓRICOS

(Al Andalus. Historical figures)

Concepción Masiá

Summary

Introduction.................................. 9

The precursors of al-Andalus.....13

Count Don Julián....................13

Tarif ben Malluk. ....................15

Musa ben Nusayr and Tariq ben Ziyad: the conquerors of Spania...........16

Abd al-Aziz: a good governor with an unfortunate fate ..........................25

The Odyssey of Prince Abd al-Rahman the Immigrant......................................29

Abd al-Rahman was only twenty-five years old.........................................36

Sulayman ben Yaqzan ben al-Arabi: Charlemagne's deceived "deceiver" ........................... ...........41

Amrus ben Yusuf: the muladí of Huesca

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The “rabadies”: adventurous spirits.. ..............................................53

Ziryab: the singer of Baghdad........61 Tarub: the favorite of Abd al-Rahman II...............,...........................................67 Abbas ben Firnas: the first aviator............................ ......................73 Yahya ben Hakan al-Bakri: the miserly poet.....................................................77

Abd al Chabbar and Sulayman ben Martin: the rebels of Mérida..........................81 Eulogio and Álvaro de Córdoba: pursuing martyrdom..........................85 The Andalusian Vikings..................... 95 The emir Abd Allah distrust and death...............................….................... 101 Musa ben Musa ben Qasi: the third king of Spain.......................................................107 Ibn Hafsun: the unredeemed rebel.....115 Abu Alí al-Sarrach: the Andalusian missionary. ...........................................125 Ibn Masarra: a freethinker in Spanish Islam.......,...........,...................................131 Abd al-Rahman III: the first independent caliph of al-Andalus. ...........,................................137 Hasday ibn Shaprut: the Jewish doctor of Abd al-Rahman III............ ....... ...................... ................... 145 Andalusians in France: the “Moorish kingdom” of Fraxinetum....................... 151 Rabbi ben Zayd: Bishop Recemundo............................................. 157 Al-Hakam al-Mustansir bi-llah: passion for culture.................................. 161

Ibn Abd Rabbhi, the encyclopedist, and Ibn Futais, the collector.................. 167 Al-Mansur “the Victorious” ...................171 Hisham II and Sanchuelo: misrule. .......191

Abu Muhammad Ali ibn Hazm: The pigeon neackle................................209

Hisham III al-Mu'tadd: the end of the Umayyad caliphate...............................215

Ibn al-Wafid: the gardener doctor.....221

Avempace. The supreme good: wisdom...................................................225

Zaida: the Moorish Queen of Leon and Castile........................................................227

Ibn Tufayl of Guadix: the best disciple of Avempace................. ............................ .231 Averroes: the universal Andalusian....233 Moseh ben Maimon: Maimonides..... ..239 Abu Yusuf Yaqub: the winner of Alarcos......................................................243 Ibn Arabi: the Sufi mystic.....................249 Avenzoar: a long dynasty of doctors. ...................................................253 Al-Ahmar: Abenámar, Moor of the Morería. ...,...............................................255 The Abencerrajes. ..................................261 Boabdil the Younger: the last Moorish king ............................................................267 Aben Humeya: the last Muslim leader of Spain................ ..........................................275 Bibliography .............................................285

Note: The spelling of Muslim names is taken from the works of: Levy Provençal, Muslim Spain, and González Ferrín, General History of al-Andalus.

Introduction

In the long eight hundred years that the Muslims remained in Spain, there were many personalities who, in all the fields of knowledge, sciences, letters and arts, stood out unequivocal, marking a milestone not only in the culture of al-Andalus, but that had a relevant character in universal culture.

On the other hand, the almost constant struggle between Christians and Muslims would also generate a whole series of great warriors who, for example, the infante Don Juan Manuel considered the best gifted for the war of all those who existed in the East and the West of their time.

The date that we all know as the arrival of the Muslims to Gothic Spania dates back to the year 711. Its expansion throughout the territory was so rapid as had been the conquest of the Persian empire and its presencein large areas of Asia or North Africa, but from a cultural point of view, the 8th century was totally sterile. The new conquerors who arrived from beyond the Strait of Gibraltar, were men at arms, mostly illiterate, who could do little contribute to a Christian Spania whose culture continued to develop under the dictates of the wisdom of Saint Isidore of Seville. Still they were left on the Peninsula

many areas where Christianity had not taken root and its importance regarding the assimilation of Islam.

The first governors of al-Andalus, dependent on Caliphate of Damascus, during the first years of occupation had to face many enormous internal problems, originated by the different origins of their own people, Arabs and berebers, mostly, while cultural issues occupied a very secondary level. But, possibly for purely practical reasons, Arabic as a language was introduced into the Christian field. According to Juan Vernet, it is possible to find some codices from times as early as the 9th century, that in its margins appear apostilles or comments in Arabic, and it seems that this language was already rooted among the Mozarabs, that is, the Christians who continued to live and preserve their religion in Muslim-dominated territories, in times before Abd al-Rahman II.

But it will be Abd al-Rahman I the Immigrant, who arrived in al-Andalus from Syria as the only survivor of the exterminated Umayyad dynasty, the one who will be concerned with introducing the principles of oriental culture in Spain, limiting itself to the legal-religious sciences that, in those moments, were the most important for the newly Muslims arrived. It was during the time of Abd al-Rahman II that the first wise men, who can be called that, enrich the cultural landscape of al-Andalus.

Poets, doctors, philosophers, mathematicians, geographers, undefeated generals...All of them will give al-Andalus and Europe a series of works that, by their importance will be translated, searched, accepted and will serve as a basis for the western culture and Renaissance ideas, in such a way that many of the great sages of the Italian Renaissance considered that all knowledge of the time came from Muslim Spain, which all the wise men were of Andalusian origin. And when the political decline and the disintegration of the caliphate, will not stop birth, grow and develop distinguished minds that will continue to maintain,for a long time, the prestige of al-Andalus. Curiously, this situation will be repeated throughout the history of Spain, when the Arab occupation just be a memory. The Spanish Golden Age will coincide with decadence of the Austrias, when the country loses its pre-ponderance in Europe, and with the disaster of '98, with the loss for Spain of its last colonies, will produce a cultural and scientific renaissance that has been called the Silver age.

Through the pages of this book we want to highlight those figures who occupied a predominant place in the history of al-Andalus, although not all of them were necessarily Muslims, since that in that cultured and tolerant al-Andalus, many Jews and some other Christians showed their genius, and of those who, often, we know more about his works than about his biography. But whatever religion they had, they were all, after all, Andalusians, born and raised in the extensive lands of al-Andalus. As a matter of curiosity we will include some groups of characters anonymous people who, due to their surprising

actions, on occasions dictated by necessity, they reveal the ingenuity or character of the Andalusians. Such would be the case of the "rabadíes", of the Moors who, for a time, established a small kingdom in France, or those Normans who ended up becoming Andalusians and Muslims to save their lives.

Perhaps this way we will learn a little more about that crossbred Spain, in which despite so many years of struggle, truces and battles, mutual loves and hates, numerous characters belonging to the three cultures, Moors, Christians and Jews shared knowledge, affinities and forms of life, making al-Andalus the cultural beacon of the West.

The precursors of al-Andalus

Count Don Julián

The conquest of Morocco had been carried out quickly, but shallow. The Berbers were only subdued after a fierce resistance, defeated by an ambitious general who had just been appointed governor of Ifriqiya and Maghrib. His successes in these lands They would prepare the ground for him to be the one to set his eyes and, also his troops, over Gothic Spania. It was Musa ben Nusayr. Musa, with the help of one of his sons, took possession of Tangier, and demanded that the subjugated tribes hostage to educate them in the new faith, which in turn, became propagandists of Islam, leaving in the conquered Morocco Arab lieutenants, including General Tariq ben Ziyad, he turned to Ifriqiya. But it seems that the Ceuta square remained in the hands of a Christian, the so-called Count Don Julián, who would have a determining role in this entire story. We could consider it as a precursor of that al-Andalus that was about to be born.

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As the October deadline looms, several states in Nigeria have yet to announce plans for the newly approved minimum wage of N70,000 for civil servants, as sanctioned by President Bola Tinubu in July 2024. While Edo and Adamawa states have commenced payments, others are either establishing committees, negotiating with labour unions, or expressing challenges in implementation. Here’s a breakdown of states that have not yet finalised their approach to the new minimum wage: Full list of Nigerian Governors Who Announced Over ₦70,000 Minimum Wage 1. Bauchi: The state government has inaugurated a tripartite technical committee to determine the implementation strategy for the new minimum wage. 2. Benue: Governor Hyacinth Alia has assured that the N70,000 wage will be paid, citing improved Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) as a potential solution to current economic difficulties. Diri Approves N80,000 Minimum Wage for Bayelsa Workers 3. Imo: Ongoing discussions between the state government and labour leaders are aimed at finalising payment modalities, with considerations for adjustments for senior staff. 4. Kaduna: A committee has been formed to tackle minimum wage issues; however, negotiations have not yet begun due to the absence of a new salary table from the National Salary and Wages Commission. 5 Kano: Governor Abba Yusuf is expected to announce a new minimum wage structure soon, following the submission of a committee report next week. 6. Nasarawa: Although Governor Abdullahi Sule has expressed readiness to implement the new wage, concrete actions are still pending. 7. Osun: Civil servants are growing increasingly frustrated with the delay. The Commissioner for Information noted that a committee is finalising recommendations for necessary approvals. 8 Oyo: The administration has yet to make a decision, with the Chief Press Secretary highlighting the need for consultations with stakeholders before proceeding. 9. Plateau: While the government intends to implement the new minimum wage, no specific timeline has been communicated as discussions with unions continue. 10. Sokoto: Initially promising swift implementation, Governor Ahmed Aliyu has not provided recent updates. The Commissioner reassured citizens that the wage will be paid without a clear timeline. 11. Taraba: Currently maintaining the N30,000 minimum wage, Governor Agbu Kefas has committed to the new wage, though details are lacking. 12. Yobe: A 10-member committee has been established to discuss the implementation of the new minimum wage. 13. Zamfara: The state is still operating under the old N30,000 minimum wage. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern warning that any payments below the new minimum wage will not be accepted in October salary payments. They have set a deadline for governors to implement the new wage, threatening potential industrial actions if their demands are not met. Stay informed with Ejes Gist News – Your Source for Credible News in Nigeria.

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Amid NNPP Rift, Kano Gov Celebrates Kwankwaso At 68

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Nigeria: Kano Donates N100 Million to Jigawa State Fire Victims

Comfort Ibrahim Kano The Kano State government has donated N100,000m to assist victims of the recent fire disaster in Majia, Taura local government area of Jigawa State. Governor Abba Yusuf announced the donation during a condolence visit to Governor Umar Namadi at the Government House in Dutse on Thursday. Spokesperson for Governor Yusuf, Sanusi Bature in a statement, emphasized that the…

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Governor Abba Yusuf Issues Official Quit Notice To Aminu Bayero

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Yobe Emir Pays Solidarity Visit To Emir Sanusi

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Russian flag: FG probes four northern political bigwigs

Nigeria’s security agencies are investigating at least four politicians from the country’s northern part over the use of Russian flags by #EndBadGovernance protesters. Multiple sources told News HQ that the political bigwigs, who hail from Katsina, Kaduna and Kano states, were principal actors who instigated the use of Russian flags among demonstrators in the north to fan the embers for an unconstitutional regime change. “You see, four principal actors have been identified in this issue. They are top politicians from Katsina, Kano and Kaduna and the security agencies are closing in on them,” said one of the sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorised to speak on the matter. “They played prominent roles in the election of last year (2023),” the source added. Another source, who also spoke on condition of anonymity, told one of our correspondents, “There is evidence of external influence mainly involving the politicians who are conniving with a West African and European country to cause mayhem and promote the use of the flags we are seeing. They want to do here what they did in some other countries. ”The nationwide protests against hardship and hunger took a dangerous dimension on Monday, with protesters in some Northern states waving the Russian flag as they chanted “Tinubu must go.” Protesters in Kaduna were seen waving the Russian flag and chanting in Hausa, “Tinubu ze soka’ kaa’sa,” which translates to, “Tinubu must step down.” They also hailed military personnel, who patrolled the metropolis, chanting, “Tinubu yaa’so’ka, mu’na so soja”, meaning, “Tinubu step down, we want soldiers.” Russia, an Eastern power currently mired in a cold war with the West, has been blamed for several unconstitutional changes of government in West African countries such as Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso, and among others. The Nigerian military on Monday said persons flying the Russian flag were committing treason and will, therefore, be “prosecuted”. It also said it is investigating those who are instigating the move and will “take serious action” against them. “That is totally unacceptable…that is a treasonable offence, and it will be viewed and treated as such,” said the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, after a meeting of the National Security Council chaired by President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, on Monday. The Department of State Services stated on X.com that it had arrested some tailors sewing Russian flags in Kano State and that some of their sponsors had also been nabbed. However, protesters with the flag reduced drastically on Tuesday after state security personnel clamped down on them in several states, arresting them and their perceived foreign sponsors. The Kano State Commissioner of Police, Salman Garba, disclosed that some foreigners suspected of being behind the protesters were arrested. Garba, who stated this after a security meeting with Governor Abba Yusuf on Tuesday, vowed that the police and other security agencies would clamp down on anyone who violated the security regulations of the state. The Kano police boss also announced further relaxation of the curfew from 6am to 6pm. The same day, the Gombe State Police Command paraded 10 suspects for waving the Russian flag during the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protest. Briefing journalists at the Criminal Investigation Department of the command, Commissioner of Police, Hayatu Usman, said the outright display of another country’s flag was disrespectful to the nation. The command’s Public Relations Officer ASP Buhari Abdullahi, who represented Usman, said the protesters were arrested in the violent protest utterly showed disrespect to the country. “We have seen the unsettling displays of foreign flags by some protesters. This act not only disrespects our national symbols but also commits treasonable felony and related offences. Hence, 10 suspects were arrested flying Russian flags,” Abdullahi stated while parading the suspects. “The command’s primary goal remains to restore peace and order and protect lives and property. We are committed to a measured response, ensuring that the rights of peaceful protesters are respected while addressing those who engage in violence or unlawful activities.” Read the full article

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A policeman in Kano threatens protesters, saying, "I'll kill."

On camera, a police officer in Kano, where protests against mismanagement and hardship had turned violent, was openly threatening to kill demonstrators. During the disturbances in the old city in the north, criminals stole goods from both private and public domains, resulting in confrontations with law enforcement. After the violent outburst peaked at Kano's Government House, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf ordered the implementation of a curfew. On the other hand, several demonstrators disregarded the limitations and carried on confronting police officers in public. In the middle of the mayhem, a police officer is seen in a video going viral online threatening demonstrators in Hausa. The policeman was overheard stating: “Keep looting. Is it because I did not do what I had done to them? Those throwing stones should not stop. I swear to God, if police officers bleed, I will kill. I swear to God I will kill.” Read the full article

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₦70,000 Minimum Wage: Governors Setting Up Implementation Panels Weeks after President Bola Tinubu's enactment of the N70,000 minimum wage law, only a few governors have established committees to ensure its implementation. While some states have taken significant steps towards adopting the new wage, others are still in the planning stages or facing challenges. States with Established Implementation Panels for the ₦70,000 Minimum Wage Kano State: Governor Abba Yusuf has launched a State Advisory Committee to oversee the implementation of the new wage. The committee, led by Usman Bala, the Governor’s Special Adviser on State Affairs, is tasked with delivering actionable recommendations within three weeks. They will employ data analysis to develop a feasible plan for the state's implementation. Kwara State: Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq has inaugurated a consequential adjustment committee to address the new minimum wage. The committee will focus on assessing various factors and crafting an agreement that safeguards workers' interests. The formation of this committee was confirmed through a statement released via the Kwara State government’s X handle (@followKWSG) on August 2.   Pay Attention To: Minimum Wage: List of Nigerian Governors Who Say They Can’t Pay N70,000   Borno State: Governor Babagana Zulum has set up a committee to review and implement the new minimum wage. The committee includes representatives from the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC), and other stakeholders, alongside state government officials. Jigawa State: Governor Umar Namadi’s administration has formed a committee to develop a framework for implementing the N70,000 wage. Chaired by Head of Service Muhammad Dagacire, the committee also includes Garin Gabas as the secretary. The committee’s formation was announced by Hon. Sagir Musa, Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sport, and Culture. Abia State: Under Governor Alex Otti, Abia State is making strides towards implementing the new minimum wage. The government is collaborating with the NLC to finalize payment details. Otti affirmed that progress is being made and a committee is already in place. Delta Govt Takes Action to Implement N70,000 Minimum Wage   States Still in Progress Reports suggest that Ogun and Ondo states have also established implementation panels, though details are scarce. Oyo State has set up a committee a few months ago to advise the government, according to Commissioner for Information Dotun Oyelade.   In Osun State, spokesperson Rasheed Olawale has indicated that a committee will be formed soon. The Delta State government, as confirmed by Commissioner for Information Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, also plans to establish a committee to handle the new wage implementation.   Financial Constraints and Challenges Some governors, including Alex Otti and Abba Yusuf, have cited financial constraints and limited federal allocations as barriers to implementing the new minimum wage. Despite these challenges, there is a general commitment among governors to address workers' welfare and prioritize the new wage.   As states continue to grapple with the logistics of implementing the new minimum wage, the focus remains on ensuring that workers receive their due compensation amidst various administrative and financial hurdles.

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Nationwide protests: Unveil your identities - Emir Sanusi tells organizers

The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II has on Wednesday broken his silence by calling on organizers of the August 1st nationwide protests against bad governance to unveil their identities.   The monarch made the call during a stakeholders meeting which has in attendance the Traditional, religious leaders and business communities convened by the Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf on the planned…

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Judicial Commission: Court Gives Two Kano Judges 48-hour To Resign

The Kano Division of the Federal High Court, on Thursday, gave Justice Farouk Lawan and Justice Zuwaira Yusuf 48 hours to resign as chairmen of the judicial commission of inquiry appointed by Governor Abba Kabir-Yusuf. Mr Kabir-Yusuf inaugurated the commission on political violence and cases of missing persons and recovery of misappropriated public properties and assets from May 2015 to May…

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Emir Tussle: Court Sets Aside Law Used In Dethroning Ado Bayero

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Poor Leadership, Corruption Hindering Nigeria’s Progress – Gov Yusuf

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