Politics is often shaped by shifting allegiances, but some betrayals are so brazen that they serve as a warning to all. The unfolding persecution of Nasir El-Rufai by his one-time ally and protégé, Governor Uba Sani, is a textbook case of political treachery, one that reveals the fragility of friendships in Nigerian politics and the dangerous weaponisation of state power. By Mustapha Sani El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, was instrumental in Uba Sani’s rise to power. He championed his political career, defended his right to contest the 2018 APC primaries, and eventually paved the way for him to…
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The registration and screening exercise of the orphans across the 23 local government areas of the state sponsored by Sen. Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, representing Sokoto North Senatorial District has entered day two. Thee team of officials conducting the invaluable and epochal exercise have already visited Wamakko Local Government Area and had successfully concluded their assignment there. At the Wamakko centre, Wamakko and Kware Local Government Areas were merged to register their orphans as directed by the indefatigable former Governor of the state, Sen. Wamakko. As planned, each ward of the areas will bring 20 orphans for registration and screening ahead…
The House of Representatives has moved to secure alternative funding for health programs previously sponsored by the United States government in Nigeria. This decision follows the adoption of a motion on Matters of Urgent Public Importance, presented by Rep. Kwamoti Laori during Thursday’s plenary session. Laori emphasized the crucial role of healthcare services in national security and development, asserting that a nation’s productivity is largely dependent on the health of its population. He also recalled that on January 28, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order that altered U.S. policies on global health security, halting all funding for ongoing…
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has set up a five-member subcommittee to investigate severance packages granted to political appointees in government agencies. Committee Chairman, Rep. Bamidele Salam, announced the subcommittee’s formation in Abuja on Thursday, following lawmakers’ concerns over the approval process and amounts allocated as severance benefits. Speaking at a public hearing on the 2020 Audit Queries from the Office of the Auditor General for the Federation, Salam expressed concern that some agency boards wield excessive power, approving severance payments far higher than those received by career civil servants, including those who served in war zones.…
A brutal attack on the Majagada community in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State has left four people dead, three others injured, and 12 abducted. The Akurmi Development Association (AKURDA) has strongly condemned the attack, which occurred in the early hours of February 5, 2025. The bandits struck around midnight, killing four individuals: Rev. Bitrus Sale, a respected ECWA pastor, Mr. Maitala Madaki, Mr. Iliya Kasada, and Mr. Ishaya Luka. Their deaths are a tragic reminder of the persistent violence plaguing the region. In addition to the killings, 12 people were kidnapped, including women and children aged between 14…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces, security, and intelligence agencies to harmonize their operations and adopt a whole-of-society approach in combating Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. Represented by the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, President Tinubu gave the directive at the opening session of the Chief of Defence Staff Joint Task Force Commanders’ Conference at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja. Commending the Armed Forces for their dedication and sacrifice, Tinubu emphasized the need for joint security operational effectiveness to address emerging threats. He noted that the theme of this year’s conference, “Enhancing Jointness Across All Theatres of…
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The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has launched a tree planting initiative, aiming to plant one million tree seedlings as part of its efforts to combat desert encroachment. During the inauguration of the campaign on Wednesday in Kaduna, Commandant Maj.-Gen. John Ochai highlighted the academy’s leadership role in addressing the environmental challenge of desert encroachment. The event was held in conjunction with the NDA’s 61st anniversary celebrations. Ochai described desert encroachment as a pressing issue, emphasizing that the academy’s tree planting campaign is a significant step towards ensuring environmental sustainability. “This initiative is about giving back to the earth what we…
“The Senate is invited to note that the three Resident Electoral Commissioners have been suspended for misconduct since March 2022, before the advent of the current administration.
Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, on Wednesday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to combating climate change by prioritizing the restoration of the state’s mangroves. Otu made the statement during a courtesy visit from officials of the National Council on Climate Change Secretariat, highlighting the state’s proactive role as the first in Nigeria to enact a Climate Change Law. Emphasizing the need for collective action to tackle environmental challenges, Otu called for increased support for ongoing projects and greater investment in community-level training and awareness initiatives. “Our mangroves have suffered, but we are working on sustainable solutions. This reflects our full…