The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has commended renowned human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, for mobilizing a legal team to take action against the former military head of state, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB), following his recent admission that Chief MKO Abiola won the June 12, 1993, presidential election. The group also reiterated its support for the posthumous declaration of Abiola as Nigeria’s rightful president. In a statement issued on Thursday, February 27, 2025, MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, praised Falana’s initiative, urging progressive lawyers and human rights activists to rally behind the legal pursuit of justice. MURIC described the…
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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has taken a firm stand against the widespread complaints of salary deductions, underpayment, and non-payment affecting civil servants, describing the situation as an unacceptable violation of workers’ rights and a betrayal of public trust. In a statement issued on Thursday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor expressed outrage over reports that some employees have gone months without receiving their full wages. “This administration will not tolerate any act of injustice against our workers. Anyone found complicit in this reprehensible act will face the full wrath of the law,” Governor Yusuf…
The Minister of Defense, Muhammed Badaru Abubakar, has stated that security in Northwest and North Central Nigeria has significantly improved, attributing the progress to ongoing coordinated military operations against banditry and insurgency. Speaking to journalists in Birnin Kudu, Jigawa State, the minister highlighted notable improvements in Zamfara, Sokoto, Niger, Katsina, and Kaduna states, where communities are gradually recovering from past security challenges. Badaru reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to eradicating terrorism and banditry by the end of the year. “Public comments from opinion leaders, civil society organizations (CSOs), and residents of affected areas confirm that banditry and terrorism have declined,”…
Operatives of the NDLEA has arrested a 24-year-old Thai national, Ms. Pattaphi Wimonnat, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos, for attempting to smuggle 43 parcels of Canadian Loud, a synthetic strain of cannabis, into Nigeria. The illicit consignment, weighing 46.60 kilograms, was concealed in her luggage but was intercepted by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) during an inward clearance of passengers on Qatar Airways flight from Thailand via Doha, Qatar on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Upon interrogation, the suspect confessed to being a hired drug courier, revealing that the cartel responsible for the trafficking…
Sokoto, February 22, 2025 — The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Sokoto State Council, has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening professionalism and ethical journalism while calling for enhanced mentorship in newsrooms. Speaking at the union’s maiden congress on Saturday, the Chairman, Usman Mohammed Binji, emphasized the council’s dedication to capacity-building initiatives, including digital literacy and judicial reporting workshops, aimed at equipping journalists with modern skills. Binji acknowledged the critical role of mentorship in journalism, urging media organizations to revive mentorship programs that pair experienced journalists with younger colleagues to enhance knowledge transfer and career growth. “As journalists, we must always…
Gloria Guevara, a globally recognized leader in travel and tourism, has garnered strong backing from over 100 industry leaders in her bid to become the next Secretary-General of UN Tourism. Her campaign, centered on creating “a new era for tourism,” prioritizes empowering local communities, driving innovation, and fostering sustainable growth. A former Tourism Minister of Mexico, ex-President and CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), and most recently Chief Special Adviser to Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, Guevara brings over 35 years of experience in both public and private sectors. Her leadership has been pivotal in crisis recovery,…
Abuja, February 21, 2025 – The Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 7 Headquarters, Abuja, AIG Mohammed U. Gumel, FIPMA, psc, has delivered his maiden general lecture to officers and men of the command, emphasizing professionalism, discipline, and integrity in policing. The lecture, held at the Zone 7 Headquarters in Abuja, was attended by senior police officers, rank-and-file personnel, and other stakeholders in the law enforcement community. AIG Gumel used the opportunity to highlight the strategic vision of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) under the leadership of the Inspector General of Police, focusing on strengthening public…
The selection of a running mate is a pivotal moment in any presidential campaign, often perceived as a secondary consideration but one that can have profound implications for the election’s outcome. The role of the vice president has evolved significantly over the decades, transforming from a largely ceremonial position to one of substantial influence in policy development and governance. This essay examines this evolution, with a focus on Kashim Shettima, Nigeria’s Vice President, as a contemporary example that encapsulates the changing dynamics of vice presidential candidates in modern politics. By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman Historically, the vice presidency was characterized by a…
The Governing Board of the Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, has approved the appointment of Prof. Ibrahim Rakson Muhammad as the Vice Chancellor of the university for a five-year tenure. By Abdulfatai Abdulsalam Pro.I.R Muhammad hails from zuru, born on 20th june 1964. He started his career as an Assistant Research Fellow in 1989 and rose to become a professor in 2009. He was head of department of Animal Science BUK, Post-graduate coordinator department of Animal Science 2006/2007, Dean College of Agriculture FUAZ 2022. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Adm) FUAZ. He is a member, Nigerian Society for Animal Production, Member Nigerian…
On the sidelines of the 38th African Union Summit, African leaders tackled obstacles to economic integration, emphasizing visa-free movement as a solution to reduce illegal migration and strengthen official travel channels. The high-level dialogue, co-hosted by the African Development Bank Group and the African Union Commission, gathered trade ministers and business leaders who cited Rwanda’s experience as proof that open borders enhance, rather than compromise, security. African Development Bank Vice President for Regional Development, Integration, and Business Delivery, Nnenna Nwabufo, reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to accelerating visa-free movement. “We do it for its promise to transform Africa and create prosperity,”…