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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...

Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics Issues 21-Day Ultimatum to Federal Government Kaduna, Nigeria – The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Kaduna Polytechnic Chapter, held a press briefing today to address pressing issues affecting polytechnics and to outline specific challenges faced by their institution. The briefing was led by Engr. Abubakar J. Abdullahi, Chairman of the Kaduna Polytechnic Chapter, who emphasized the need for immediate action from the Federal Government. During the briefing, Abdullahi highlighted several key concerns that have arisen following the resolutions passed at the ASUP National Executive Council meeting held in Abuja on August 14, 2025. Among the issues raised were: 1. Peculiar Academic Allowance (PAA): The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) has yet to release a crucial circular, jeopardizing the continuation of this allowance, which is a part of the ASUP/FGN 2010 agreement. 2. Arrears of Salary Review: Despite ...

 “Feeding, Flights, Faith: Kebbi’s Triple Win in Hajj Operations”   Pilgrims praise the state’s attention to every detail. The Northwest Progressives Forum (NPF) has declared Kebbi State a national model in Hajj administration, praising Governor Nasir Idris and Alhaji Faruk Enabo, Chairman of the State Pilgrims Welfare Agency for their transformative leadership and commitment to pilgrims’ welfare. Following Kebbi’s exceptional performance during the 2024 and 2025 Hajj exercises—where the state earned eight awards from Saudi authorities—the NPF described the operations as “a masterclass in religious service delivery.” These accolades recognized Kebbi’s outstanding arrangements in areas such as sacrificial animal logistics (Hadaya), feeding, accommodation, transportation, and airport screening. *Leadership Rooted in Empathy and Action* Governor Idris’s personal involvement in the pilgrimage and his financial support to all 3,871 pilgrims in the 2025 Hajj exercis...

Breaking: Group Decries Politicisation of Public Servants’ Legacies A support group under the aegis of Kyari Likeminds has expressed concern over what it described as the “growing culture of politicising the legacies of dedicated public servants,” following reports linking former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, to allegations of financial impropriety. In a statement signed by the groups Director of Publicity, Abdullahi Sabiu and made available to journalists on Wedneday evening, the group cautioned against what it called the “trial of reputations in the court of public opinion,” stressing that no amount of political maneuvering should be allowed to diminish Kyari’s record of service to the nation. According to the group, it has become a disturbing trend in Nigeria for politicians to target technocrats and senior civil servants after their exit from office, weaponising media narratives to undermine their l...

Jantabo Mu’azu: The Powerhouse Driving Governor Bago’s New Niger By Evuti Ahmad  In the unfolding story of Niger State’s political transformation, one name continues to resonate with purpose and loyalty—Hon. Jantabo Mu'azu. Widely regarded as a steadfast foot soldier of His Excellency Governor Umaru Bago, Mu'azu has become a driving force behind the administration’s bold reforms and grassroots mobilization. Loyalty in Action Hon. Mu'azu’s political journey is defined not just by ambition, but by allegiance. His unwavering support for Governor Bago’s development agenda has positioned him as a trusted lieutenant—one who doesn’t just echo policy, but executes it with precision.  “I am not just a supporter of His Excellency Governor Umaru Bago—I am a soldier of his vision. Every directive he gives is a mission I carry out with pride and purpose,” Hon. Mu'azu stated during a recent community outreach in Bida. From rural electrification campaigns to youth empowerm...

BARR. SULE SHUAIBU TREMENDOUS SUCCESS  By Comrade Musa Mohammed Moonlight  I warmly welcomes the appointment of Barr. Sule Shuaibu SAN, a as the new Honorable Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs kaduna state.  At a time of great change, and facing the security challenges across kaduna state, the unanimous decision to appoint Barr. Sule Shuaibu is a significant one, and one supported by the executive governor of Kaduna state. I send my congratulations to Barr. Sule Shuaibu SAN, i wish him all the best in this new role.  I am grateful for our discussion on Tuesday in his office. We share the goal of an ambitious reform of the kaduna state government. I believe his appointment in itself brings wind of a much awaited change and marks a historic achievement. It was a clear testimony that he introduced new concept that brings about radical change in Kaduna state ministry of justice. He has helped in significant role in public service ac...

Is it a bye-election or a buy-election? I cry for Nigeria - Fadojoe Faduri Oluwadare Joseph popularly called Fadojoe isn’t hiding his disappointment. The former Labour Party presidential aspirant and founder of Rescue Movement for New Nigeria poured out his heart in a video after the recent bye-elections held on Saturday, August 16, across 12 states in Nigeria. Over 3.5 million registered voters, spread across 32 LGAs, 356 Registration Areas, and 6,987 polling units, were expected to vote for new lawmakers into the State Houses of Assembly, House of Representatives, and Senate. But instead of hope, what Faduri saw broke his heart. “My fellow Nigerians, I cry for my country. We say we want change, yet we keep selling our future for ₦1,000, ₦2,000, ₦5,000,” he said in the video. He didn’t hold back. According to him, Nigerians still complain about bad leadership, corruption, and suffering, yet, many willingly sold their votes to the same politicians causing the problems. He s...

2027 Senate:Kaduna Central Youths Declare Support for Hon. Yerima Shettima  A coalition of youths under the platform of the Progressive Movement for Good Governance in Kaduna Central Zone has declared its support for Hon. Yerima Shettima to represent the zone in the Senate come 2027. Speaking after what they described as “deep consultations, research, and wide engagements,” the group’s leader, Abubakar Abdullahi, said Hon. Shettima is the most qualified to provide effective representation and give Kaduna Central youths a stronger voice in the nation’s legislative chamber. “With Yerima Shettima in the Senate, the youths will have a high sense of belonging, and a more prosperous representation will be achieved,” Abdullahi said. “The universe is calling — it is our time to answer. Shettima is our choice and our voice. He is the man the cap fits, who understands our day-to-day problems and also has the capacity, knowledge, wisdom, and strength to lead us to the promised lan...

DSS Smashes PDP’s ₦30m Vote-Buying Plot, Arrests Agent in Kaduna  The Department of State Services (DSS) has yesterday night struck a major blow against electoral malpractice in Kaduna, arresting a People’s Democratic Party (PDP) agent, Shehu Fatange, with a staggering cash of about ₦30 million  allegedly set aside to buy votes in today's bye-elections. Fatange was apprehended Friday evening at a hotel in Kaduna metropolis, where he was coordinating the illicit distribution of funds to sway voters in the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency poll. According to impeccable security sources, the suspect was caught red-handed with the money, which investigators believe was meant to compromise the integrity of the elections and tilt the outcome in favour of his party. The Kaduna State Police Command confirmed the arrest. Its spokesman, DSP Mansir Hassan, said the suspect was in custody and under investigation, stressing that security agencies were working hand-in-hand to e...

Nigeria's Mining Sector: A Magnet for Questionable International Operators and Domestic Chaos By Steven Kefas stevenkefas@gmail.com Nigeria sits atop an estimated $750 billion worth of mineral reserves scattered across its 36 states, representing one of Africa's most promising mining frontiers. With the government's ambitious drive to diversify the economy beyond oil dependency, the solid minerals sector should be a cornerstone of national prosperity. Instead, it has become a testament to how regulatory negligence, endemic corruption and the dangerous prioritization of foreign investment over due diligence can transform economic opportunity into national crisis. The story of Colin Ikin perfectly encapsulates Nigeria's mining predicament. The Australian executive is currently courting officials in Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, Mining Cadastre office,Kaduna and Nasarawa states with promises of $300 million in solid minerals investment and...

Dantsoho Pledges Renewed Ports Efficiencies for Exports Performance, Sustainability. Managing Director Nigerian Ports, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has tasked his team to renew commitment towards continuous improvement of the Port efficiencies that provided the backbone for the positive export performance Nigeria has recorded thus far in the successive quarters of year 2025.  Speaking during the recently concluded NPA Management Retreat in Onne Rivers State, Dantsoho said "we are proud of the excellent work being undertaken by the Nigerian Export Promotion Council as evident in the increased export numbers passing through our platforms, but we cannot rest on our laurels, we must commit to a continuous improvement paradigm of Port operations and service delivery that places high premium on issues of sustainability".  Elucidating further Dantsoho stressed that  "minimizing environmental impact through eco-friendliness, promotion of social responsibility, and ensuring ...

Shehu Sani Pays condolence visit to  Family of Youth Killed by JTF A fresh case of alleged extrajudicial killing has sparked outrage in Barnawa, Kaduna State, after personnel of a security task force reportedly shot a young boy, Abubakar, at point-blank range. The bereaved father, speaking with deep anguish, recounted that the operatives stormed the community, prompting residents to scatter in fear. He said he told his son not to run, believing there was nothing to fear. Moments later, an operative allegedly grabbed Abubakar from behind, drew a pistol, pressed it to his head, and fired — killing him instantly. “This was not an accident; it was an execution,” the father said, calling for those responsible to face the full weight of the law. Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, visited the grieving family to offer condolences and condemned the killing as “an indefensible and barbaric act that violates every principle of human rights and the sanctity of life.” Sani c...

DALLATUN GOBIR RECEIVED INTEGRITY AWARD  The Nigerian First Integrity Group presented an Award of Honour/Integrity, to Hon. Ibrahim Dadi Adare, (Dallantun Gobir). The awad bestowed on him, in recognition of his exceptional leadership qualities and outstanding achievement in Grassroot Empowerment and Community Development.  The event took place at the organisation HQ in Abuja on Saturday. The award was presented by Dr Hajia Maryam Dankaki, the director general (DG) Nigerian first integrity group and President of All Progressives Stakeholders Forum.  CITATION OF ALH. IBRAHIM DADI ADARE (DALLATUN GOBIR) As he is fondly called (Dallatun Gobir), Alh. Ibrahim Dadi Adare-was born on the 28th day of January, 1966, in Sabon Birni Local Government Area, Sokoto State. In accordance with Islamic tenants, coupled with Hausa traditions, master Ibrahim Dadi Adare was enrolled into Mallam Dan Malam Qur'anic School at the age of four where his brilliance and sharpness in learn...

Shehu Sani Joins Nigerians in Mourning Chief Audu Ogbeh Former lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has joined several Nigerians in mourning the passing of Chief Audu Ogbeh, who died today at the age of 78. In a tribute shared on his X handle, Sani described Ogbeh as a rare figure who straddled two distant generations of Nigerian politics — serving as a minister in the Second Republic, and later as both party chairman and minister in the Fourth Republic. “He once admitted that he was more of an idealist. He was the man who hosted President Olusegun Obasanjo for breakfast in his house and by lunchtime was relieved of his position,” Sani recalled. “The British export cornflakes to us; he tried to export yam to them.” Sani praised Ogbeh’s intellectual depth, noting that he “spoke more like an academic than a politician” and lauded him as “a thinker, a philosopher, and a lonely visionary in a strange clime.” “May his soul rest in peace,” Sani concluded.

Makarfi Ambassadors Celebrate Former Governor Ahmed Makarfi at 69  A Kaduna-based support and advocacy group, Makarfi Ambassadors, has joined thousands of well-wishers across the 23 local government areas of Kaduna State in celebrating the 69th birthday of former Governor and elder statesman, Senator Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi. In a press statement jointly signed by the group’s Chairman, Comrade Ahmed Abdullahi, and Secretary, Engr. Aina Bolade, Senator Makarfi was hailed as “an icon of democracy and an exemplary leader” known for his dedication to youth and women empowerment, as well as inclusive development irrespective of tribe, religion, or status. “Little wonder he governed Kaduna with a human face,” the statement read. The group emphasized that although Senator Makarfi no longer holds elective office, his enduring legacy of peace, unity, and developmental leadership continues to resonate across the state and beyond. They lauded his achievements and character during hi...

Sokoto Youth Forum Blasts El-Rufai Over Attack on Tinubu, Recalls Insults to Sardauna , Arrest of Sheikh Bello Yabo The Sokoto Democratic Youth Forum (SDYF) has come down hard on former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, over his recent comments seen as an attack on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during a visit to Sokoto.  The Forum accused El-Rufai of fueling regional discord and reminded the public of his past controversial remarks about the late Sardauna of Sokoto, Sir Ahmadu Bello, as well as the arrest of Islamic cleric Sheikh Bello Yabo. In a statement issued to journalists in Kaduna on Saturday, the Forum expressed dismay at El-Rufai’s political maneuvers, accusing him of attempting to manipulate northern sentiments against the President. They described his campaign against Tinubu as selfish and rooted in personal grievances rather than genuine concern for the people. “We have not forgotten how El-Rufai insulted the late Sardauna of Sokoto, Sir Ahmadu Bell...

Kaduna Central Stakeholders Slam Senator Lawal Adamu, Accuse Him of Deceiving Constituents The Kaduna Central Stakeholders Forum has issued a strong rebuke against the lawmaker representing the Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Senator Lawal Adamu (popularly known as LA), accusing him of playing with the intelligence of his constituents and failing to live up to legislative expectations. In a strongly worded statement, the Forum described Senator Adamu’s approach to governance as “superficial and misleading,” particularly criticizing his reliance on social media posts as a substitute for effective representation. The statement signed by the Coordinator Dr .Mustapha Ibrahim Further reads:“Someone who can’t stand up in the Senate and speak on behalf of his people is pretending to be doing well by simply posting on Facebook,” the stakeholders lamented. “This is an insult to the intelligence of the people who voted him into office.” Their reaction comes in the wake of a recen...

DANTSOHO FRONTLINES PRESIDENT TINUBU'S 'NIGERIA FIRST' POLICY AS NIGERIAN-OWNED CONTAINER VESSEL CALLS AT ONNE PORT. Abubakar Dantsoho Managing Director Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has restated the readiness of the NPA to promote the indigenous ownership of shipping vessels in line with the 'Nigeria First' policy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR. Speaking during the maiden call of wholly Nigerian-owned container vessel "MV OCEAN DRAGON" at the West African Container Terminal Onne Port Port Complex on Thursday 31st July, 2025, Dantsoho said "apart from the high loading capacity of 349 TEUs and several other distinctive features of this vessel, we are fascinated that MV Ocean Dragon is wholly Nigerian which speaks to the Renewed Hope “Nigeria first” policy of His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR and the Nigerian Ports Authority’s renewed orientation towards Nigerian content development". Speaking further, Dantsoho opine...

PRESS STATEMENT EX-COUNCILORS DEFEND PRESIDENT TINUBU’S PERFORMANCE, REFUTE CLAIMS OF NORTHERN MARGINALIZATION The National Forum of Ex-Councilors of Nigeria, the apex body of all former councilors across the country, has publicly defended the performance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, from May 29, 2023, to date. Speaking during a press conference held in Kaduna on Thursday, July 31, 2025, the Forum rated President Tinubu highly, following its participation in the recently concluded Government-Citizens Engagement Summit organized by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Foundation at Arewa House, Kaduna, which held from July 28 to July 30, 2025. Addressing the media, the National President of the Forum, Hon. Amb. Awal Kasim Hassan, stated that representatives of the Forum from the 19 Northern states and the FCT attended the two-day summit as observers. He noted that the Forum has been working tirelessly to ensure the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elec...

Yelewata Killings: Northern CAN Leaders visit Benue, pledge sustained advocacy ...Gov. Alia welcomes delegation, says ’Your Presence is Christ sitting with Us’ By Austine Agbo Emmanuel, Kaduna Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), 19 Northern States and the FCT, Rev. John Joseph Hayab, has led a high-powered delegation of Christian leaders to Benue State to commiserate with the government and people over the recent attacks in Yelewata and other parts of the state, which claimed over 200 lives and displaced numerous families. The delegation, received at the Benue State Government House in Makurdi, comprised CAN Chairmen, Secretaries, youth, and women leaders from across the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory. Speaking during the visit, Rev. Hayab expressed deep sorrow over the mass killings, describing them as a national tragedy that requires urgent attention and a truthful national conversation.  He rejected the widely used narrative ...