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Yola, Girei Needs Results, Not Rhetoric: Why Ex-DG REA Salihijo Is More Qualified with a 15-Year Record in Energy, Policy, Jobs ....Why He Stands Without Match “‎...In a field crowded with career politicians, former lawmakers, and local influencers, Salihijo offers something scarce: demonstrable competence in solving the very problems the constituency faces”. By Tom Garba  R In this honest and objective analysis by prominent Political Analyst Iliyasu Adams, based on verifiable performance records, developmental impact, and leadership competencies, the contest for the Yola North, Yola South, and Girei Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives stands out as more than a routine power struggle.  It represents a fundamental choice between seasoned delivery and familiar political rhetoric.  Among a crowded field of over a dozen aspirants; comprising experienced politicians, former lawmakers, grassroots mobilizers, and professionals; Engr. Ahmad Salih...

NIGERIA AND JORDAN SIGN MOU TO STRENGTHEN DEFENCE COOPERATION AND INTELLIGENCE SHARING The Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen defence cooperation and enhance intelligence sharing between both countries. The MoU was signed on Sunday, 10th May 2026, in Amman, Jordan, by Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of State for Defence, *Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, MON*, and *Major General Yousef A. Alhnaity*, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration in intelligence exchange, defence capacity building, counter-terrorism, peacekeeping, and regional security. Key areas of cooperation include: - Joint military training and exchange of defence expertise   - Intelligence cooperation and counter-terrorism operations   - Defence research, technology transfer, and industrial collaboration   - Mutual s...

MATAWALLE: THE ENDURING POLITICAL FORCE AND GRASSROOTS LEADER OF ZAMFARA AND NORTH WESTERN NIGERIA . The political landscape of Zamfara State and the wider Northern region continues to be shaped by leaders whose influence is measured by service, loyalty, and tangible impact on the lives of the people. In this regard, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence,  Bello Mohammed Matawalle, MON, stands out as a defining figure whose popularity, acceptability, and political strength remain unmatched. Matawalle’s leadership is anchored in consistent grassroots engagement and a record of humanitarian development that has directly touched youths, women, traditional institutions, and vulnerable communities across Zamfara and beyond. From educational support and skills acquisition programs to targeted interventions in health and economic empowerment, his contributions have earned him widespread recognition and trust at the grassroots level. By contrast, political relevance cann...

Kaduna APC Stakeholders Endorse Shehu Sani for Senate Ahead of 2027 Primaries Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna Central Senatorial Zone have endorsed former senator, Shehu Sani, as their preferred candidate ahead of the party’s primaries for the 2027 general elections. The endorsement was announced on Wednesday at a meeting attended by commissioners, local government chairmen, party executives and key political figures from the seven local government areas in the zone.  The gathering, which took place at the Uba Sani Support Group office in Malali, Kaduna, drew a large number of supporters and influential stakeholders within the state. Convener of the meeting and Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, Hon. Sadiq Mamman Lagos, said the endorsement followed extensive consultations among party leaders and stakeholders across the zone. He clarified that the APC remains open to all aspirants, stressing that the party is not restricting anyone ...

Group accuses Shettima of using a Fake Ambassadorial title A political pressure group has accused a Kaduna-based politician, Yerima Usman Shettima, of allegedly using a fake ambassadorial title in his political campaign materials ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group, operating under the banner of Concerned Citizens for Democratic Accountability, described the use of the title “Ambassador” on Shettima’s campaign posters as misleading, deceptive and capable of creating false impressions among members of the public. The group in a press statement signed by the  spokesperson, Comrade  Ibrahim Musa, challenged Shetima to publicly explain the source and legitimacy of the title he has allegedly adopted in his political activities. According to the statement, there is no known official record showing that Shetima was ever appointed as an ambassador by the Federal Government of Nigeria or any recognised international body. “We are demanding clear explanations from...

President Tinubu’s Northern Support Base Rests on Performance, Not Individuals-Group  The claim that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu requires Senator Abdulaziz Yari to secure Zamfara or Northern votes in 2027 does not reflect the political realities on the ground. Electoral support in the North is driven by performance, party structure, and the capacity of leaders to deliver results for their people. Matawalle’s Track Record in Zamfara and the North *1. Sacrifice for Party Victory in 2023*   In the 2023 general elections, then-Governor Bello Mohammed Matawalle prioritized President Tinubu’s national victory over his own re-election bid. He mobilized his political structure across Zamfara to deliver votes for the APC presidential ticket, demonstrating loyalty to the party and the President at a critical moment. *2. Grassroots Acceptance and Human Capital Development*   Dr. Matawalle is widely regarded as one of the most accessible and impactful political ...