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Banditry:Group Passes Vote of Confidence on Matawalle, Service Chiefs  ...urges Zamfara Governor to stop blame game  Elated by proactive measures taken to eliminate bandits in the northwest region, the National Forum for Peace and Unity (NFPU) has urged the Minister of State for Defence , Bello Matawalle and other service chiefs to remain focused and avoid distractions on his avoid commitment to rid the country of bandits and other criminal elements.  According the forum, the intensified efforts by the federal government to rid the North-west of the menace of banditry, kidnapping and other forms of terrorism is gradually yielding results . The Minister of State for Defence,Bello Matawalle, on September 3, sought the support of the Sokoto State Government and citizens to execute President Bola Tinubu's directive to flush out bandits and other criminals terrorising the North-West. The National Forum for Peace and Unity in a press statement signed by coordinator Alhaji Ibr

Joining Forces for a Better Tomorrow: Rescue Movement Lagos State Chapter Inaugurated Today, September 20, 2024, marks a momentous occasion - the inauguration of the Rescue The Vulnerable Initiative, also known as Rescue Movement For New Nigeria, Lagos State Chapter. It's an honor to be among like-minded individuals in Lagos, united by a shared vision for a new Nigeria, crafted and driven by Nigerians. This milestone signifies a crucial step towards transforming our collective aspirations into reality. As we embark on this journey, we recognize the power of collaboration and the importance of harnessing our diverse strengths to propel meaningful change. The Rescue Movement's expansion across various states, including Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Delta, and Abia, Enugu and others demonstrates our unwavering commitment to fostering a better Nigeria. Our movement is built on the principles of unity, compassion, and responsible citizenship. We strive to create an environment

AN OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU ON THE BORNO FLOOD DISASTER IN NORTHERN NIGERIA Dear President of Nigeria, It is sad to read and watch how Nigerians are now not just dieing of hunger but now dieing of human made negligence that is claiming many lives in our nation and of mention is the recent flood disaster in Borno State ,northern part of Nigeria. Our country has been taking one step forward but 10 steps backward because of the kind of government we run, which lacks law and order, rewards, and punishment.  So many people are going away with so many evil deeds in our nation every day, and no one gets punished for anything. Laws are used against the poor, ordinary Nigerians and not the rich and/or the political class. Up till now, Ex Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello walks the street of Nigeria without being picked up by law enforcement agents, Ex-Minister Beta Edu is out there free from corruption probe, no punishment. There are so many anomalies in our nation

How Governor Uba SANI’s Smart City project will change the face of Governance in Nigeria By Femi Adi, Kaduna  When Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani was sworn -in on May 29,2023, he made promises to inject new ideas of leadership with emphasis on his SUSTAIN Agenda that will change the face of governance in Kaduna and beyond. No doubt,he has  within one year in office achieved the feat and has continued to push for more radical development changes that focuses on the principles of good governance based on world standards. Despite facing a critical period of cash crunch due to the heavy loan burden, he has remained undeterred in his avowed commitments to create the requisite enabling environment for business and economic prosperity. Considering the Governor's administrative process coupled with his smart sense of viable vision, Little wonder, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu invited him to join the super delegation on a State visit to China . Governor Uba Sani and other

Breaking: KADIRS Sounds Alarm on Tax Impostors The Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) has raised the alarm over the activities of fraudulent individuals and groups posing as tax collectors, defrauding unsuspecting members of the public.  Speaking at a Press Conference in Kaduna, the KADIRS Executive Chairman, Comrade Jerry Adams, warned that these impostors are operating a coordinated cartel to deceive the public, and are not authorized by the agency. According to him, some of these impostors have already been apprehended, while efforts are ongoing to catch the remaining criminals and their sponsors. KADIRS assured the public of its commitment to ending the menace of fraudulent levy collectors and maintaining transparency, integrity, and accountability in all operations. The agency also warned taxpayers to ensure that all tax clearance applications and payments are processed through official KADIRS channels, and not to make payments to private accounts or indivi

Group  frowns at Allegations of Maladministration  Against FUDMA VC ...Says He Clean Records of Performance  Group under umbrella of Northern Coalition of Socio-Political Forum has come out strongly to defend the Vice Chancellor of Federal University Dutsin-ma,(FUDMA), Prof. Armaya'u Hamisu Bichi over allegations of maladministration belled against him on social media by a Former Staff of the institution. According to the group,  the need to defend the Vice Chancellor is imperative considering his records of performance;sound leadership prowess and financial discipline earned over decades. The group ,which described the social media publication by the dismissed former staff, Shehu Abubakar Tadda as "Unnecessary Distractions" ,however urged the public, especially students of the University to disregard the information about the House of Representatives invitation on the matters of corruption and mismanagement . Adding that if invited by National Assembly,the VC