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You're are an enemy of the North, during your time as SGF, you have done nothing -Youth blasts BD Lawan ‎The Coalition of Christian Youth Leaders and Stakeholders in the North East has condemned what it described as ethno-religious attacks against former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, urging political actors to embrace unity and inclusive leadership ahead of future elections. ‎ ‎The coalition made its position known in a press statement issued on Friday in Gombe State and signed by its Chairman, Hon. Amb. Ibrahim Aliyu, JP. ‎ ‎The group specifically criticized recent comments attributed to former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir David Lawal, describing them as divisive, inflammatory, and capable of deepening religious and ethnic tensions in the country. ‎ ‎According to the coalition, it was disappointed that Babachir Lawal allegedly chose to direct criticism at Atiku Abubakar at a time when Nigeria is facing pressing security, economic, and socia...

Arewa Group Commends Governor Hope Uzodimma for Protecting Northerners in Imo An Arewa socio-cultural group has praised the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, for what it described as his commitment to the protection of Northerners residing in the state. The group, under the aegis of the Arewa Unity and Development Forum, said Governor Uzodimma's administration has continued to demonstrate inclusiveness and tolerance by ensuring that residents, regardless of their ethnic or religious backgrounds, enjoy equal rights and protection under the law. In a press statement signed by Comrade Musa Bawa Mohammed, the group's spokesperson noted that the governor had consistently promoted peaceful coexistence among the diverse ethnic groups living in Imo State, creating an atmosphere conducive for business and social interaction. According to the group, thousands of Northerners living and conducting legitimate businesses in the state have benefited from the government's e...

YARI’S SUSPECTED AGENDA TO UNDERMINE APC SUCCESS IN ZAMFARA The recent launch of the Atiku Abubakar political platform in Zamfara State by Senator Abdulaziz Yari is a brazen act of anti-party activity designed to sabotage the re-election bid of Governor Dauda Lawal and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Credible reports confirm that Yari’s inner caucus and loyalists were fully kitted in Atiku-branded materials during the symbolic unveiling, leaving no doubt about his alignment with the opposition. This comes against a troubling backdrop: 1. *Financial Questions*: It is public knowledge that Senator Yari’s bank accounts were recently frozen by relevant authorities over unresolved financial issues.This raises serious questions he is yet to answer. 2. *Disregard for Party Unity*: Yari deliberately boycotted all stakeholders’ meetings of Zamfara political leaders before and after the APC primaries, showing contempt for collective decision-making. 3. *Rejection of State Leadersh...

City Boy Movement Holds Strategic Meeting in Yola for Tinubu’s '27 Re-election The City Boy Movement, a group championing the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has held a strategic meeting in Yola to begin aggressive grassroots mobilization across Adamawa State ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Rt Hon. Aliyu Wakili Boya, Esq., State Coordinator of the movement and member representing Fufore/Song Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, hosted the meeting at his Yola residence with state and local government officials. Boya emphasized that the group’s sole mandate is to deliver massive votes for President Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa. He disclosed that massive mobilization activities will soon commence, reaching every community, village, and polling unit in the state. “The mandate is for everyone. We are moving to reach out to villages and communities in all parts of the state. No stone will be left unturned, no ...

Zamfara 2027: APC Must Remain Vigilant Against Internal Sabotage. A Political Commentary By Mustapha Mohammed Gusau.  As Nigeria gradually approaches the 2027 general elections, members and supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) must remain focused on anti- party activities by some aggrieved party members and loyalists.  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration continues to implement policies aimed at economic reform, security enhancement, and national development. While opinions may differ on the pace and impact of these reforms, there is no doubt that the success of the APC in 2027 will depend largely on its ability to checkmate party leaders and loyalists who are planning to sabotage the success of the APC in both governorship and presidential elections.  Steps must be put in place to cross check and monitor such ambitions party leaders who are bent on ensuring that everything must be done in accordance to their interests because they have mo...

BETWEEN MONEY POLITICS AND GENUINE GRASSROOTS TRUST: YARI VS MATAWALLE IN NORTHERN NIGERIA An Analysis of Political Influence, Public Trust, and Grassroots Loyalty in Northern Nigeria Politics in Northern Nigeria has long been shaped by power, influence, financial strength, and the ability to command large political structures. For decades, many politicians believed that the quickest route to political relevance was through money, patronage, and the distribution of political favours. Yet, as the political climate continues to evolve, a new reality is gradually emerging, one where genuine grassroots connection, accessibility, and public trust are beginning to challenge the dominance of money politics. The growing political rivalry between Abdul’aziz Yari Abubakar and Minister Bello Mohammed Matawalle has increasingly become one of the clearest reflections of this changing political reality in Northern Nigeria. Though both men come from the same political environment and poss...