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#Endbadgovernance: Northern Coordinators Pull out of October 1 Protest ...Fear Hoodlums will Hijack it again Less 24 hours to commence the  planned October 1 Nationwide protest,  Northern Coordinators of the #Endbadgovernance Protest across the 19 northern stated have pulled out on grounds that organizers haven't done enough provide security for protesters. According to the Coordinators, the decision to pull out was reached after failure on side of national organizers to resolve the knotty issues around how to safeguard  protesters and Wade off hoodlums from hijacking the process again. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman and Secretary of the Northern Coordinators of #Endbadgovernance  Protest ,Comrade Abdullahi Daura and Mohammed Musa Biu, the members were apprehensive about a repeat of the violence that erupted in Kano;Kaduna and other parts of the north . In the statement made available to journalists in Kaduna today, the group explained,"We ...

Fadojoe raises alarm over Bobrisky rumoured house arrest, Calls for thorough investigation. A presidential aspirant under Labour Party and the leader of Rescue Movement for New Nigeria, aka Rescue the Vulnerable Initiative, Comrade Faduri Oluwadare Joseph popularly called Fadojoe, has raised alarm over the rumour that Bobrisky was not put in jail, but rather in an apartment despite that the court sentenced him/her to jail. "I am disturbed over what we are reading on on social media connecting with Bobrisky, VeryDarkMan and the EFCC. I am not concerned about just the people mentioned, but the dignity of our dear country. If what is being circulated on social media that a person was sentenced to jail, but was rather taken to an apartment instead of the prison is truly the exact situation in a country like Nigeria that has a law? Then it will be not only be total ignominy to the institution involved and the entire nation, but also a total mockery of the judiciary. And suc...

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 coordin...

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 nat...

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 ...

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 in...

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,t...

Victims of EndbadGovernance Protest Blame Sowore  ... Warn Against October 1 Protest  Group under aegis of Victims of #EndBad Governance Protest(VEGP) have blamed Human Rights Activist and Politician, Mr.Omoyele Sowore for the unfortunate killings of innocent protesters during  the ten days nationwide protest across the country . The victims, who claimed were misled to embark on the nationwide protest warned against the dire consequences of another protest that will further endanger and impoverish citizens. The #EndBadGovernance nationwide protest did fizzle out with many Nigerians, especially in the north with wounds, scars and financial losses. However,the protest had continued even after President Bola Tinubu called for an end to the demonstrations that faced a crackdown from security forces, who reportedly shot at the protesters in various states in the northern part. For the Victims,to avoid a repeat of the  situation, Leader of the Team, Ibrahim Baw...

Uba Sani's Education Record Unmatched -- Aminu Zaria Alhaji Aminu Zaria, a close associate of Governor Uba Sani, has commended the governor's remarkable achievements in access to education for the poor and improving school enrolment across Kaduna State.  He praised the recent partnership between the Kaduna government and UNICEF, which aims to reintegrate 200,000 out-of-school children into the formal education system. Zaria highlighted the governor's commitment to providing marginalized groups, especially children, with the support they need, including a conducive learning environment.  He further stressed that these efforts are transforming the state's educational landscape, ensuring more children have access to quality education, which will positively impact the future of Kaduna's youth. He recalled that the governor had earlier reduced the cost of access to education at the higher institutions' level, for the first time in the history of the state...

2027 Realignment: Kaduna Speaker Visits Shehu Sani  In bid to strategies and form a united  front ahead of the 2027 general elections in Kaduna , the Speaker of Kaduna State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon.Yusuf Liman has visited former lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani woo him to return  to the ruling party, All Progressives Congress. According to information gathered, part of reasons for the visit was to also thank him for the support and contributions provided during the concluded Investigation of alleged looting of Kaduna State Treasury. The Kaduna State House of Assembly did set up a 13- member fact finding committee to investigate financial transactions, loans, grants and project executions under the eight year administration of former governor Nasir El-rufai. The adhoc committee set up by the Assembly carried out  the investigations and submitted its report indicting  ex-governor Elrufai and some of his appointees of siphoning N423bn State funds. Howeve...

BREAKING: UBA SANI'S CHINA TRIP WILL REMODEL KADUNA, SAYS ASSOCIATE Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani's recent trip to China has secured four strategic investments that will transform the state into an economic hub, according to his associate, Alhaji Aminu Zaria Speaking to newsmen on Monday, Zaria said the investments will bring unprecedented growth across various sectors, including infrastructure, technology, agriculture, and manufacturing. "The Governor's approach to governance is proactive and visionary. He has strategically positioned Kaduna State as an attractive destination for investment," Zaria said. The investments include infrastructure development, technological advancements, modern farming techniques, and manufacturing. Zaria said these will create jobs, improve infrastructure, and boost the economy. "The citizens of Kaduna can expect a brighter future. The governor is committed to ensuring that the benefits of these investments reach ev...