Abdullahi Bala Rano, a native of Rano town in Kano State, has been promoted to the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police. His career path stands out, not only for its uniqueness but for the consistency of effort he has demonstrated over the years. A trained nurse and a senior police officer, Rano represents an unusual combination of healthcare and security service.
Born in the early 1970s, Rano began his professional journey as a critical care nurse before joining the Nigeria Police Force in 1997 as an inspector. He trained at the Police College in Kaduna and was promoted to the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in 2003.
Over the years, Rano balanced his police work with academic pursuits. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Sciences and a Master’s degree in Public Health. He is currently undertaking a PhD.
He is affiliated with several professional associations, including being a certified management consultant and certified security specialist. He is also a fellow of the Africa Institute of Public Health Professionals. Rano has participated in various conferences in Nigeria and abroad.
Known for his calm demeanor and firm sense of discipline, Rano is widely respected among his peers. His career reflects a focus on service rather than show. As someone combining two demanding professions—nursing and policing—his ability to maintain both roles is notable.
In 2025, during the inaugural Kano Nurses and Midwives’ Connect held at the Coronation Hall of Kano Government House, Rano traveled from Kebbi State to attend. His presence at the event, themed “Revitalizing the Missing Glory of the Nursing Profession,” was a gesture many found supportive.
Outside his professional life, Rano is married with six children. Despite his family responsibilities, he has remained committed to personal development and public service.
Dual careers are not common, and fewer still manage them with the kind of consistency and humility Rano has shown. His promotion to Assistant Commissioner is one more step in a long line of achievements.
Ahmad Deedat, chairman of the Kano Nurses and Midwives’ Connect (KNMC)
