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Shehu Sani Rejects Miss World Appointment  The former lawmaker representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District has rejected the appointment to serve as a  judge in the forthcoming Miss World Nigeria Beauty Pageant contest scheduled to hold at Federal Palace Hotel,Lagos tomorrow. The organiser of the event, Senator Ben Bruce, who is Shehu Sani's friend and former colleague during the 8th Senate had  posted via his official social media handle: "Hearty congratulations to my good friend, Shehu Sani, on his appointment as a judge for the Miss World Nigeria Beauty Pageant, taking place on April 4th, 2025, at the Federal Palace Hotel. Kindly ensure you arrive on time; 6:00 PM sharp. And come dressed in your finest attire". But in a swift response, Shehu Sani ,who  declined the invitation thanked him for the honour and gave  the following reasons for rejecting the  appointment: "My wives will not be happy if I serve as a Judge.  "I have not been a...

Boya is a Leader who delivers beyond limitations for the future of Adamawa's masses -Calvin By:Calvin Anadio Lawan. Hon. Barrister Aliyu Wakili Boya is a young, dynamic, and result-oriented politician, currently serving as the Member representing Fufore/Song Federal Constituency in the National Assembly and Chairman, House Committee on Police Institutions.  A seasoned public administrator with over 20 years of experience in governance, legal practice, and public service, he has proven himself as a visionary leader committed to the socio-economic development of his constituency and Nigeria at large. Born in Fufore Local Government Area, Adamawa State, Hon. Boya’s upbringing in a well-educated family, versed in both Islamic and Western education, shaped his strong moral compass and leadership acumen. His journey through various political and administrative positions has been marked by integrity, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to service. His youthful leadership adv...

Exposing the Smear Campaign Against KADIRS, Jerry Adams, and Governor Uba Sani (By Comrade Musa Garba Chikaji)  It is becoming increasingly clear that the so-called Kaduna Accountability Group is nothing but a front for former Governor Nasir El-Rufai and his cronies, whose main agenda is to discredit the administration of Governor Uba Sani with baseless propaganda. Their latest attack, published under the guise of a 'sponsored exposé,' is nothing but a desperate attempt to distort facts and mislead the public about the operations of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) and its Executive Chairman, Jerry Adams. First, let’s set the record straight: Jerry Adams did not concoct figures or make grandiose claims about Kaduna’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR). He simply presented facts and figures to counter misleading allegations spearheaded by the El-Rufai-led smear campaign. Rather than engage in a factual discourse, this so-called accountability group ...

Labour Party Presidential Aspirant, Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, Felicitates with Muslims on Eid-El-Fitr As Muslims around the world celebrate Eid-El-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, Presidential Aspirant of the Labour Party, has extended his warmest greetings to the Muslim community in Nigeria and globally. In a statement released to commemorate the occasion, Faduri Oluwadare Joseph emphasized the significance of Eid-El-Fitr as a time for celebration, thanksgiving, and reflection. He encouraged Muslims to carry the spirit of Ramadan with them every day, through acts of kindness, understanding, and service to others. "Eid-El-Fitr is a joyous occasion that reminds us of the importance of compassion, kindness, and unity. As we celebrate, let us renew our commitment to building a peaceful and prosperous future for all,” Faduri Oluwadare Joseph stated. He prayed that the Eid celebrations bring peace, joy, and prosperity to all Muslims and their loved ...

Eid-el-fitr: Princess Esther Dawaki Rejoices with Muslim Ummah   Princess Esther Dawaki, an aspirant for Chikun/Kajuru federal constituency, has extended warm Eid-el-Fitr greetings to Muslims in Kaduna and across Nigeria. In a Sallah message personally signed,she acknowledged Ramadan as a period of spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and closeness to Allah. She prayed for divine blessings on the acts of worship and sacrifices made during Ramadan, emphasizing the importance of collective prayers for nation-building ¹. Dawaki, urged Muslims to embody good virtues, a hallmark of Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.  Her message echoes the sentiments of other leaders,which also felicitates with the Muslim Ummah on Eid-el-Fitr. The celebration marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting and spiritual growth . She also joined Nigerians and women worldwide in marking Mother's Day, highlighting the crucial role mothers play in societal progress. "No country can stand and mak...

N62 billion Unremitted by Customs under Hamid Ali must be investigated -Transparency Group  Transparency and Budget Monitoring Group (TBMG) has described as "Unfortunate" the failure on side of the former the former Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Hameed Ali, to remit 62 billion Naira funds generated during his era as the Custom Boss. The Senate Public Account Committee has again initiated investigation into the alleged under-remittance of N62 billion by the Customs Service under Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi , Hamid Ali successor.  The Committee which sat recently gave the current Customs boss a two-week ultimatum to provide a defense against the accusation of under-remittance insisted the  Auditor General Report revealed 62 billion Naira unremitted funds . In a statement made available to journalists in Kaduna ,the former  Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Hameed Ali,had  appeared before the then Senate Committee on Public Ac...