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Zailani: The Making of a Strategic Voice for Kaduna and Northern Nigeria In Nigeria’s evolving political landscape, one name continues to resonate within Kaduna and beyond—Rt. Hon. Yusuf Zailani, former Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly. His story is not just about holding office; it is about how legislative experience, grassroots connection, and political networking can converge to produce a leader prepared for higher responsibility. From Legislature to Leadership Zailani’s tenure as Speaker was marked by resilience and tact. In a state known for its political plurality and diverse interests, he demonstrated an ability to navigate legislative complexities while keeping the Assembly functional. One of his former colleagues in the House and former Deputy Speaker,Rt. Hon. Nuhu Goroh Shadalafiya recalls: “Zailani had this rare gift of listening before speaking. Even when tempers flared during debates, he never allowed the chamber to slide into chaos. He was more in...

VC Aspirant’s Name Missing on list of Congregation. A widely a tauted candidate’s name for the position of Vice-Chancellor at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) was missing on the list of members of the university’s congregation. Prof. Godwin Akper who was the immediate past Deputy Vice-Chancellor incharge of Technology Innovation and Research of the university was conspicuously missing amongst the names of other members of the congregation this Monday. The NOUN congregation was constituted Monday to elect from amongst them who to represent their interest in the search team, a key committee in the process leading to the emergence of a new Vice-Chancellor.  The tenure of the current VC expires on February 11th, 2026. Our reporter gathered that the exclusion of Prof. Akper’s name from the list of the university’s congregation may not be unconnected to his not meeting the requirement of having a first degree, which qualifies one for membership of the university...

Group Slams Senator Lawal Adamu Over “Cheap Political Distractions” Against Gov. Uba Sani A Kaduna-based political pressure group, Capacity Movement of Kaduna State, has berated Senator Lawal Adamu, popularly known as Mr. LA, over what it described as “cheap publicity stunts and political distractions” targeted at the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani. In a statement issued to journalists in Kaduna and signed by its Convener, Shehu Sani Sado, the group accused Senator Adamu of engaging in unnecessary attacks on the governor in a desperate bid to “regain public sympathy” after what it described as his failure to make meaningful impact at the National Assembly. “The public is not even aware of any tangible thing Senator Lawal Adamu has done since he got to the Senate. His recent outbursts are nothing but lazy man’s distractions aimed at cheap popularity,” the statement read. The group further alleged that the senator, who was elected on the platform of the Peoples De...

Afrique Mommies Award 2025: Honoring Icons of Service, Culture, and Humanity Houston, TX – The countdown has begun for the Afrique Mommies Award (AMA) 2025, scheduled to take place on October 31st, 2025, at the elegant Park 8 Event Center, Sam Houston. The AMA has become one of the most prestigious platforms for celebrating excellence, recognizing those whose impact transcends borders, and uniting leaders, creatives, and changemakers under one roof. This year’s edition will feature the presentation of four major highlight awards, each designed to spotlight unique contributions to society: 🌹 Mother Award – Celebrating strength, sacrifice, and nurturing leadership. 🏙️ City People Award – Honoring excellence and influence in community and professional life. 🌟 Celebrity Award – Recognizing entertainers and public figures who inspire and uplift. 🤝 Humanitarian Award – Highlighting individuals and organizations dedicated to service and compassion. Organizers describe the AMA ...

Kaduna By-election: Women Group Describes Senator Lawan as Failure, Liar, Bench Warmer The Kaduna Central Women Forum (KACEWOF) has taken a swipe at former Senate President, Senator Ahmad Lawan, describing him as a “failure, liar, and bench warmer” in the National Assembly. The criticism comes in the wake of a petition reportedly filed by Senator Lawal Adamu of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the International Criminal Court (ICC). The petition accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of unlawfully arresting and detaining the PDP candidate in the August 16 by-election, allegedly at the behest of Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani. In a statement issued Tuesday , the group faulted Lawan for questioning the integrity of a process it described as “free, fair, and credible.” It insisted that despite holding top positions in the Senate, Lawan’s tenure brought little or no tangible benefit to Nigerians. Signed by the group’sCoordinator , Hajiya Binta...

GROUP BLASTS DEJI ADEYANJU OVER ATTACK ON ZULUM, HAIL  GOVERNOR’S ACHIEVEMENTS A northern youth group under the umbrella of Arewa Youth for Progress and Development (AYPD) has taken a swipe at Abuja-based political activist, Deji Adeyanju, over his recent criticism of Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum. Adeyanju had in a Facebook post accused the governor of deceiving Nigerians at the onset of his administration with “fake propaganda,” describing him as “a complete disaster as governor” and alleging that he has “a love for tyranny and jailing critics.” He further suggested that Zulum might attempt to “repackage himself after 2027 and try to become another Nigerian messiah.” Reacting in a statement signed by Abubakar made available to journalists in Maiduguri, the AYPD described Adeyanju’s comments as “reckless, baseless, and a direct insult to the people of Borno State.” “To call a performing governor, widely respected across the North as a symbol of p...