April 5, 2026 - Voice of Liberty NG

Yobe: Gubernatorial nepotism and politics of 2027 succession

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 Aminu Imam

By Mohammad Imam Yobe State of Nigeria is administratively divided into three senatorial districts or geopolitical zones, known as Zones A, B, and C, which are used for both political representation and administrative convenience. Zone A (Yobe East), Zone B (Yobe South) and Zone C (Yobe North). Presently, of those racing to succeed Gov. Mai Mala Buni, the major emerging 2027 gubernatorial aspirants for Yobe state include Senator Ibrahim Mohammed Bomai (Zone B), Abubakar D. Aliyu (Zone B), and Musa Mustapha (Zone A). Senator Ibrahim Mohammed Bomai, represents Yobe South…

“We’ll win over banditry, terrorism” – Tinubu assures Nigerians

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration will overcome banditry and terrorism in the country. The President made the remarks on Saturday during the commissioning of the Gateway International Airport in Iperu, Ogun State, alongside a series of other infrastructure projects. “We will win over banditry and terrorism. I give you the assurance that we will invest more in our people”, Tinubu stated. He added that the presence and deployment of security vehicles at the event underscored the government’s commitment to protecting lives and property. “The development of…

Resident doctors to begin indefinite strike Tuesday

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), has declared an indefinite nationwide strike beginning at 12:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, citing what it described as the Federal Government’s plan to halt the implementation of the revised Professional Allowance Table, a key component of agreements reached after its 2025 industrial action. The decision, which threatens to disrupt healthcare services across public hospitals in Nigeria, was reached at the end of the association’s virtual Extraordinary National Executive Council meeting held yesterday. Speaking on the outcome of the meeting, NARD National…

11 killed, 52 houses destroyed, as conflict breaks out in Nasarawa

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 Aminu Imam

At least 11 persons were killed while more than 50 houses burnt in a communal crisis in Akyawa and Udege Kasa communities of Nasarawa local government area, on Friday. Spokesman of the Nasarawa State Police Command, SP Ramhan Nansel confirmed this in a statement issued yesterday, in Lafia, the state capital. He said suspected hoodlums had carried out a reprisal attack over the alleged killing of two of their kinsmen. “In the course of the attack, 11 people were killed, while about 52 houses were burnt in the two communities”,…

Soldiers foil cattle-rustling, kill 5 terrorists, nab 27 drug traffickers

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 Aminu Imam

Soldiers foil terrorists, drug traffickers

The Nigerian Army has recorded fresh successes in ongoing operations across the country, killing five terrorists, rescuing kidnapped victims, and arresting suspected collaborators in multiple states. In a statement issued yesterday, its Headquarters said the achievements were recorded within 24 hours through “coordinated, intelligence-driven operations”, noting that troops had “neutralised 5 terrorists, rescued kidnapped victims, apprehended suspected collaborators and logistics suppliers and thwarted criminal activities across several states”. According to the statement, troops of 12 Brigade in Kogi State “rescued 2 kidnapped victims along the Agbede–Adankolo road in Kabba-Bunu LGA”,…

Atiku vows to support whoever emerges ADC presidential candidate

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, a presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has affirmed his willingness to support whoever emerges as the party’s flagbearer in the 2027 presidential election. Atiku also dismissed concerns that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) could undermine the ADC, noting that the party continues to attract members across the country. Recall that INEC had on Wednesday announced it would halt further communication with the party’s leadership and would not monitor its Cational convention scheduled for April 14, citing a court ruling. However, the ADC…

“Enough is enough”: CAN urges Northern Christians to defend themselves

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 Aminu Imam

In the shadow of a Palm Sunday massacre, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has issued a bold call to the army, not with weapons, but with resolve. Recall that over 20 lives were shattered in Ungwan Rukuba, Jos-North in Plateau State, when attackers struck, leaving bodies strewn and survivors reeling just days before Easter. Fears gripped the residents, as the Defence Headquarters scrambled troops nationwide, placing them on high alert. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major-Gen. Michael Onoja, addressed the nation from Abuja, vowing heightened surveillance. “We have…

Gunmen strike again in Jos, 3 killed hours after Tinubu visit

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 Aminu Imam

Gunmen have again struck in Jos, killing three residents just hours after the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the state, deepening concerns over rising insecurity in the area. The latest attack occurred in Nyamgo Gyel, a community in Jos-South local government area. Residents said the victims were ambushed by armed men while returning home, in what has become a troubling pattern of violence in Plateau communities. The victims were reportedly riding on a motorbike when the assailants opened fire on them. The incident has left families in mourning and…

Outrage trails Wike’s ‘shoot’ remark as Amnesty, Atiku’s camp demand apology

April 5, 2026April 5, 2026 Aminu Imam

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has come under intense criticism from rights groups and political actors following a controversial remark in which he said he could ‘shoot’ a television anchor during a live broadcast – comments that have sparked concerns over press freedom and political intolerance. The backlash followed Wike’s reaction to statements made by Seun Okinbaloye of Channels Television, who had raised concerns about a potential one-party state while discussing the leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 elections. During…