Between 1964 and now, the Nigerian electoral body with its metamorphosis in nomenclature and name is producing thirteen chairman, not if, but when Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan takes the mantle. Of the thirteen, Professor Amupitan will be the third northerner to occupy that position in succession, coming after two other Northerners; Professor Attahiru Jega and Professor Mahmud Yakubu. Coincidentally, all the three are outstanding academics or repute. Ten of their predecessors were all southerners. Considering Nigerians sentiment for political appointments, imagined if the ten before this last three were Northerners and vice versa. The hubris that some are good at,…
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In the intricate mosaic of Nigeria’s socio-political landscape, the convergence of religion and politics often catalyzes tensions that reverberate far beyond its borders. Recent allegations of state-supported genocide against Christians in Nigeria have ignited a maelstrom of controversy, drawing international scrutiny and concern. This narrative gained significant traction following Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima’s address at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September 2025. In his speech, Shettima underscored Nigeria’s official support for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state—a position rooted in Nigeria’s foreign policy yet inadvertently igniting a firestorm of criticism, particularly from…
In Nigeria, the figure of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), stands as a controversial symbol of secessionist aspirations. Advocating for armed struggle since 2014, Kanu’s rhetoric has escalated from calls for peaceful discourse to demands for violent resistance. The growing support for his release, particularly from certain Igbo political and cultural leaders, is not only misguided but poses a grave threat to the fabric of national unity and security. Kanu’s trajectory began with his advocacy for armed struggle, particularly highlighted during the 2014 National Conference. His warnings about the consequences of failing to secure secession…
This article is a sequel to my earlier piece on the need to abandon strikes as a means of bargaining for improvements in Nigerian university education. Here, an attempt is made to analyse the efforts made by successive Nigerian governments since 1999 to improve university education despite the incessant strike actions by ASUU. The Nigerian government’s recurring failure to fully implement agreements with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is a complex issue rooted in political inertia, fiscal constraints, and a perceived lack of political will to prioritise education. This has created a depressing cycle of negotiations, strikes, and…
The Bauchi State Police Command has foiled a robbery attempt and arrested two suspected armed robbers in possession of two locally made guns and a stolen motorcycle, following a swift response to a distress call in Azare town, Katagum Local Government Area. According to a statement by the Command, the incident occurred on October 25, 2025, around 5:00 a.m., when a distress call was received from one Adamu Abdullahi of Gandum Wambai area, Azare. He reported that armed men had invaded his business premises, GKY Food and Oil Mills, and carted away a motorcycle. Acting on the report, police operatives…
When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reshuffled his security chiefs amid swirling rumours of a coup, the move instantly ignited public imagination. To some, it was vindication, proof of a leader’s foresight and strategic acumen. To others, it was an indictment, a silent confession that all was not well within the corridors of power. As Nigeria’s political theatre often reminds us, perception frequently rivals truth in shaping history’s verdict. This reflection is not an attempt to authenticate or debunk the coup whispers. Rather, it seeks to unravel the psychology of power, the anatomy of perception, and the perennial dance between trust and…
The news from conservative Kano about two young TikTok creators—Idris Mai Wushirya and Basira Yar Guda unfolds like a scene from the very skits that made them famous: romantic, comic, and yet unsettlingly real. Their story, at first glance, could pass as another digital-age love tale, until a magistrate’s court turned entertainment into legal drama. It is the kind of story that seems too perfectly ironic to be true, where the line between fiction and reality blurs until the law itself becomes part of the performance. Idris and Basira had gained fame in northern Nigeria for their short videos—playful, flirtatious,…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, says the Federal Government is strengthening global partnerships to counter negative narratives and promote a more accurate image of Nigeria on the world stage. Speaking on Saturday in London at the UK Edition of the Renewed Hope Global Dialogue with the theme “Strengthening Global Partnerships for Economic Renewal and National Rebranding under the Renewed Hope Administration,” Idris said collaboration remains central to Nigeria’s ongoing rebranding and image-building efforts. The Minister noted that one of the major reputational challenges confronting the country is the spread of false claims about state-sponsored religious discrimination.…
The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Gombe State Commissioner for Internal Security, retired Colonel Abdullahi Bello, who died in an auto crash along the Malam Sidi–Gombe Road on Friday. In a condolence message issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Jibril Alkali, the Minister described the late Commissioner as a dedicated public servant and patriotic Nigerian who served with integrity, courage, and distinction. Senator Alkali also paid tribute to Col. Bello’s police orderly, Sergeant Adamu Husaini, who died in the crash, commending their commitment to duty and contributions to public…
AS-SALAAM PEACE Magazine is set to hold the second edition of its Honour Roll Ceremony on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Nigerian Society of Engineers Auditorium, Central Business District, Abuja. The event will begin at 1:30 p.m. The 2025 edition, themed “Celebrating Intelligent Brains Under the Veils,” builds on the success of last year’s maiden ceremony, which honoured 22 first-class young female Muslim graduates for their academic excellence and commitment to Islamic values. This year’s event will feature prominent personalities, led by Brigadier General Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), CON, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law…