By Usman Usman Garba Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Nuhu Dantani, father of Barrister Hamza Nuhu Dantani, a renowned human rights lawyer and activist. This was contained in a statement signed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, on Friday. Governor Yusuf described the late Alhaji Nuhu Dantani as a respected elder whose life was marked by dignity, strong moral values, and a commitment to family and community. The Governor noted that the deceased raised a son who continues to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of justice and human…
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From Sani Gaza’s Chinede, Damaturu The Senator representing Yobe South Senatorial District, Mohammed Ibrahim Bomai, has dismissed rumours suggesting that a recent meeting of party aspirants in Abuja was aimed at defecting to the opposition African Democratic Congress. Bomai, in a statement issued on Thursday, clarified that the meeting, held on behalf of a coalition of All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirants in Yobe State, was convened solely to demand fairness, transparency, and a level playing field in the party’s forthcoming primaries. He stressed that the engagement was in line with provisions of the Nigerian Constitution and the Electoral Act,…
From Maawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sandamu Local Government Area of Katsina State have endorsed Yusuf Buhari as the party’s sole candidate for the Daura/Sandamu/Mai’adua Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsement followed a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Sandamu Local Government Secretariat, attended by elected officials and political appointees from the area. Speaking at the meeting, the Chairman of Sandamu Local Government Area, Usman Na Lado, said the decision to endorse Yusuf Buhari was unanimous and based on merit. He added that the stakeholders also endorsed President Bola Ahmed…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The University of Calabar has announced plans to graduate no fewer than 10,820 students at its 38th convocation ceremony scheduled for April 10, 2026. The Vice-Chancellor, Effanga Offiong Effanga, disclosed this on Thursday during a press conference in Calabar, stating that the institution has concluded all necessary preparations for the exercise. According to him, the graduating class comprises 152 diploma holders, 9,173 first degree graduates, and 1,495 postgraduate students, including 463 doctoral (PhD) recipients. A breakdown of the first degree results shows that 52 students earned first class honours, while 2,390 graduated with second class…
By Rabiu Sanusi The Senator representing Kano South, Suleiman Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila, held a strategic meeting with key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to strengthen party unity and consolidate political influence in the zone. The meeting, which brought together about 950 party members, took place at the Coronation Hall in Kano Government House. It focused on mobilization strategies and reaffirmed support for APC leadership and electoral successes in Kano South. Prominent attendees included Kabiru Alhassan Rurum and Alhassan Ado Doguwa, along with state lawmakers, party executives, and grassroots leaders. During the meeting, Senator Sumaila highlighted numerous developmental projects…
Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Inspector-General of Police, Ralwan Olatunji Disu, has expressed sympathy to the victims, as well as the people and government of Plateau State. He described the incident as very tragic, noting that efforts are ongoing to get to the root of the matter. The IGP assured that suspects linked to the recent killings in Jos would soon be brought to justice, as security operations intensify across Plateau State. He made this known during a courtesy visit to the Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, on Thursday at the Government House in Jos. “We cannot say we…
Christiana Gokyo, Jos Former Plateau State Governor and ex-Senator representing Plateau North, Senator Jonah David Jang, has raised alarm that over 160 communities have been destroyed and forcefully occupied by armed groups, leaving thousands displaced and unable to return home. He made this known during a stakeholders’ meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Heipang Airport on Thursday. Jang commended the President’s visit, describing it as a demonstration of leadership and compassion, while noting that Plateau, known as the “Home of Peace and Tourism,” continues to face serious security challenges. He said the persistent attacks have resulted in loss of…
Christiana Gokyo, Jos President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was in Jos on Thursday on an emergency visit following the recent killings in Angwan Rukuba, in Jos North Local Government Area. During his visit, the President directed the immediate installation of 5,000 CCTV cameras across identified flashpoints in Plateau State as part of urgent measures to address the worsening security situation. The directive was given during a brief stakeholders’ meeting held at Yakubu Gowon Airport, following the recent attack in Angwan Rukuba, where at least 28 persons were reportedly killed by unidentified gunmen. The President also approved the formation of a delegation…
Christiana Gokyo, Jos The President of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), Rev. Dr. Job Ayuba Bagat Mallam, has called on the Federal Government to urgently tackle the rising wave of insecurity across the country. Speaking to journalists at the ECWA headquarters in Jos, he urged the deployment of advanced surveillance systems in vulnerable communities and the strengthening of community-based policing to build trust and ensure swift, transparent justice. Mallam also called on the government to provide meaningful support and compensation to victims, displaced persons, and affected families, while intensifying coordinated rescue operations to secure the release of abducted persons…
From Joseph Asegba, Yola The newly deployed Commissioner of Police, Umar Hassan Kabir, Adamawa State Command, has paid a courtesy visit to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri at the Government House in Yola. The CP’s entourage included members of his management team, as he pledged to intensify the fight against crime. During the visit, the state police boss lauded Governor Fintiri for his unwavering support to the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies in the state. According to Kabir, the command is committed to strengthening the security architecture, enhancing public safety, and fostering effective community policing across Adamawa State. Responding,…