July 22, 2025 - Voice of Liberty NG

“I’m ready to serve,” IBB’s son denies declining Tinubu’s appointment

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 Aminu Imam

Muhammed Babangida, son of former military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), has debunked reports claiming he declined his recent appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture. Contrary to an earlier report suggesting he turned down the appointment, Babangida yesterday described the circulating letter as fake and politically motivated. In an interview with newsmen yesterday, Mohamed said: “It is a concocted letter from disgruntled elements,” he stated, in a brief statement. “I am ready to serve as the Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture”. The…

Doctors to begin nationwide strike Thursday

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 Aminu Imam

As the 21-day ultimatum it issued to the Federal Government draws to a close on July 23, the Nigerian Medical Association, (NMA), has warned it will ground medical services nationwide if the government fails to meet its demands. Its President, Prof Bala Audu, who confirmed this in an exclusive interview with our correspondent on Sunday, noted that the association was prepared to take decisive action should the government fail to respond adequately to its demands. Prof Audu stressed that the association’s demands were critical to the survival of Nigeria’s healthcare…

“No recall order yet”, Senate bars Natasha from resuming today

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 Aminu Imam

The 10th Senate has barred suspended Kogi Central lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from resuming today, Tuesday, asking her to stay away from its proceedings, insisting there is no court order mandating her return to the chamber. In a statement issued on Sunday, Senate spokesman, Yemi Adaramodu said the lawmaker, who was suspended in March 2025 over a heated seat arrangement clash and allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, cannot resume until her suspension lapses or the Senate decides otherwise. Recall that Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended after accusing Akpabio of sexual misconduct,…

Gov. Uba Sani inspects Nodal projects, vows swift completion to boost Kaduna’s connectivity

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 Aminu Imam

In a fresh display of hands-on leadership, Governor Uba Sani, of Kaduna State, has embarked on a comprehensive inspection tour of key infrastructure projects cutting across multiple Local Government Areas, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to sustainable development, rural-urban integration, and social upliftment. The Governor began his tour at the 35-kilometre Gadan Gayan–Gwaraji–Maraban Kujama–Kauru road, a critical artery linking Igabi, Chikun, and Kauru LGAs. The road, now nearing completion, is accompanied by an imposing 9-span bridge across the River Kaduna – both of which are set to revolutionize mobility, trade, and…

Visa fraud: US threatens lifetime ban for Nigerians

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 Aminu Imam

The United States government has warned Nigerians that individuals who engage in visa fraud risk being permanently barred from entering the country. The warning, issued yesterday through a post by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria on its official X handle, stated that the U.S. is intensifying interagency efforts to combat immigration fraud and clamp down on illegal immigration. The mission noted that those found guilty of committing visa fraud or aiding and harbouring illegal migrants would face criminal prosecution. It stressed the importance of border security to national integrity and…

“Create grazing reserves to resolve farmers/herders clashes”, Fulani leaders beg Govs.

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 Aminu Imam

National President, Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore Fulani Socio-cultural Association, Dr. Bello Bodejo and Secretary, Engr. Saleh Alhassan have appealed to Governors to create grazing reserves for herders in their respective States. The duo said this is one of the ways government can curb conflicts between farmers and herders across the nation. Speaking in Iseyin, during the South-West Peace Summit and Inauguration of Oyo executives of the association, the Fulani leaders warned that farmers and herders clashes, if unresolved, pose great threat not just to the economy but also to national…

Retired Police Officers, Activists protest at Force HQ

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 Aminu Imam

…Demand better salary, pension Nigerian Union of Retired Police Officers Under Contributory Pension Scheme and human rights activists yesterday staged a protest, tagged: #PoliceProtest’, at the Force Headquarters Abuja, to demand for a better salary and retirement benefits for both serving and retired Police officers in the country. Some of the activists include: Omoyele Sowore, Deji Adeyanju and Ɗan Bello Galadanchi and Civil Society Organizations, (CSOs). The retired officers are demanding the exit of the Nigeria Police Force from the Contributory Pension Scheme, which they claim has subjected them to…

Datti Baba-Ahmed distances self from Atiku’s coalition, hints at 2027 presidential ambition

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025 Aminu Imam

In a significant development that could reshape the political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections, Datti Baba-Ahmed, the Labour Party (LP)’s vice-presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has publicly distanced himself from any alliance led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, dismissing the initiative as self-serving. Speaking through associates and in recent media engagements, Datti made it clear he would not be part of the emerging coalition reportedly spearheaded by Atiku, who recently resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and aligned with a new political front under the…