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Nigeria is in Trump’s sights. Will it be next? …Alake favouring China and Chagoury puts Tinubu at risk. By Biliyaminu Suraj  biliyasuraj247@yahoo.com American forces captured Venezuela's now-deposed president Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a major military attack in the country's capital, Caracas. Maduro and his wife, were flown out of the country and placed on a US-bound warship to face a criminal trial in New York. President Trump said, “the US will temporarily run Venezuela until such time as we can do a safe, proper and judicious transition". The military action follows allegations by Mr Trump of Maduro running a corrupt and illegitimate dictatorship. President Trump does not seem concerned by international law experts who say the attack appears to blatantly breach the UN Charter, which only permits member states to use force against another in two circumstances: either with the endorsement of the Security Council, or in self-defence. Mr Trump also said he ...

Koro Day: Uba Sani Celebrates 25 Years of Koro Chiefdom, Hails Unity and Cultural Heritage Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has joined the people of Koro Chiefdom in celebrating the 25th anniversary of the creation of the chiefdom, describing the silver jubilee as a testament to the people’s enduring unity, peace and rich cultural heritage. The governor, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, stated this at the anniversary celebration held at Government Secondary School, Kubacha, in Kagarko Local Government Area of the state. Conveying Governor Uba Sani’s goodwill message, Dr Balarabe commended the people of Koro Chiefdom for sustaining peace, preserving their cultural values and contributing meaningfully to the growth and development of Kaduna State. She described the celebration as a powerful affirmation of identity and unity, noting that the traditional institution under the leadership of the Ere Koro I has played a significant rol...

Maina Has No Political Value, Says Zaria Group A Zaria-based political group, the Zaria Progressives Movement (ZPM), has dismissed the political relevance of a former Director-General of the Uba Sani Campaign Organisation and erstwhile Kaduna State Commissioner for Education, Prof. Muhammad Sani Bello (popularly known as Maina Zazzau), following his recent defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a statement issued on Friday, the group said Prof. Sani Bello’s exit from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) would not affect the political strength of Governor Uba Sani or influence the voting pattern of the people of Zaria. The statement, signed by the ZPM Coordinator, Malam Yusuf Garba, said the people of Zaria are politically conscious and remain committed to good governance and sustainable development, not only within the Zaria Emirate but across Kaduna State. According to the group, Zaria voters would continue to give their full support to the APC and Go...

Uba Sani and the Steady Restoration of Security in Kaduna State Amid rising public debate on insecurity, it is necessary to state clearly that Kaduna State under Governor Uba Sani has recorded notable improvements in security through deliberate, coordinated and intelligence-driven leadership. Contrary to.some opinions, the state is not abandoned to violence, nor is its leadership indifferent to the plight of citizens. From the outset, Governor Uba Sani placed security at the centre of governance, strengthening collaboration with federal security agencies, supporting logistics and prioritising community-based intelligence.  This approach has led to improved response times, increased patrols and the gradual reopening of farmlands and roads that were once unsafe. Many successful operations, including the rescue of abducted persons, have understandably remained outside the public space for operational reasons. These gains have been further reinforced by the appointment of G...

Gov. Abba Kabir Yusuf at 63: Turning People's Mandate Into Visible Progress  By Barrister Aminu Hussaini As Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf turns 63, Kano State marks more than a personal milestone; it reflects on a defining moment in its contemporary governance - one characterised by steady leadership, deliberate choices and a visible renewal across critical sectors of development. It is an occasion that invites sober assessment - and the evidence across key developmental indices points unmistakably to progress driven by clarity of vision, political will and unrelenting commitment to the welfare of the people. From the outset, Governor AKY’s administration signaled a return to governance anchored on social justice and inclusive development. Education, long acknowledged as the soul of Kano’s future, has received renewed attention. Massive investments in school rehabilitation, teacher recruitment, welfare and the revitalisation of technical and vocational institutions have beg...

Dr. Mohammed Shamsidin Ango Abdullahi Dumps PDP, Backs ADC Ahead of 2027 A chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Mohammed Shamsidin Ango Abdullahi, has formally resigned his membership of the party, citing lack of internal cohesion and concerns over the direction of democracy in Nigeria. In a letter of resignation made available to journalists on Tuesday, Abdullahi said his decision followed careful thought and wide consultations with party members and community stakeholders. According to him, developments within the PDP in recent years have shown an inability to foster political unity capable of strengthening both the party and the country. “Based on the unfolding observation of the events and situations of the People’s Democratic Party, especially within the past few years, and the direction of democracy in our dear country, Nigeria, I feel it is necessary at this point to resign from my membership in the PDP,” the letter read. Abdullahi lamented what he d...