Aminu Imam, Author at Voice of Liberty NG

“Insecurity, next phase of our struggle” – Tinubu tells VP, Govs.

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu, yesterday in Lagos, said his administration will intensify efforts to tackle the challenges of insecurity across various parts of the country, assuring that the safety and well-being of citizens featured at the meetings held in the United Kingdom. President Tinubu, who hosted the Vice-President Kashim Shettima and 23 state governors at his Lagos home for the Eid el-Fitr, said that he had followed up on support for modern security interventions with French President, Emmanuel Macron. He said: “Your presence here today and the number show your sincerity,…

FG to scrap common entrance for admission into secondary school

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Federal Government has announced plans to scrap the Junior Secondary School (JSS) Common Entrance Examination and introduce a Learner Identification Number to track pupils from primary school through their academic journey. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, disclosed this during an interactive session with newsmen in Lagos on Saturday. According to reports, the Minister explained that the proposed reforms are aimed at improving access to education and ensuring better tracking of pupils across the country. He noted that the common entrance examination would be phased out and replaced with a…

Over 150 bandits drown in Sokoto river

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

No fewer than 150 suspected bandits have reportedly drowned after a boat conveying them capsized in Sabon-Gida area of Sokoto State. Local sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on Saturday evening when the vessel, carrying a large number of armed men, overturned while crossing a water body in the area. The sources said the bandits were travelling in large numbers when the boat suddenly capsized, throwing all occupants into the water. “Preliminary information suggests that many of them could not swim, leading to heavy casualties,” a source said.…

Alleged missing NNPCL ₦210tr: “Publish names implicated or face legal action” – SERAP to Akpabio

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), has urged the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, to direct the Senate’s Public Accounts Committee to publish the names and designations of all officials implicated in the alleged ₦200 trillion missing or unaccounted for from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, (NNPCL), regardless of their social or political status. SERAP urged him to direct the Committee to widely disclose details of the ongoing investigation, including audit reports, financial records, and official communications relied upon by the Committee, as well as the timelines for when…

Ohanaeze Youths condemn £747m Lagos Ports deal

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Allege S’East marginalisation The Ohanaeze Youth Council has criticised the Nigerian government’s £747million port rehabilitation deal with the United Kingdom, describing it as further marginalisation of the South-East. In a statement, its President, Igboayaka Igboayaka, said the agreement—covering upgrades to Apapa Port and Tin-Can Island Port—ignores viable seaport locations in the South-East region. The deal, signed at Lancaster House and witnessed by Bola Tinubu, was executed by Finance Minister Wale Edun and UK representative Blair McDougall. The Ohanaeze youths argued that neglecting ports in the region—such as Ose-Akwa/Ose-Moto, Azumini Blue…

2027: APC throws open presidential ticket

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As consensus plan sparks anxiety among aspirants The All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that its 2027 presidential ticket remains open to all interested members, even as its consensus-driven strategy for other elective positions fuels growing uncertainty and anxiety among aspirants. Speaking ahead of the party’s national convention, Deputy National Organising Secretary, Chidi Duru, said no aspirant would be barred from contesting the presidential ticket, despite the widespread adoption of President Bola Tinubu for a second term. Duru explained that while the APC traditionally leans toward consensus, it remains committed…

2027: “I’m not running for Senate” -Yusuf Hamisu, Mai Rago

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Chairman of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Alhaji Yusuf Hamisu Abubakar (Mai Rago), has dismissed speculations that he is eyeing a senatorial seat in Kaduna State in the forthcoming 2027 elections. Hamisu, a known ally of Governor Uba Sani, said he has no plans to contest for any political office at the moment, including the Senate seat for Kaduna-Central. In a chat with VoL, the former PTDF boss said his priority remains the re-election of Governor Uba Sani and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. “I wish to…

Ɗangote raises petrol price to ₦1,275/litre

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Aminu Imam

…5th hike in March Barely 12 hours after a fresh hike, the Ɗangote Petroleum Refinery has again increased petrol prices, signalling intensifying pressure in Nigeria’s downstream market as global crude costs continue to rise. In a new notice to customers, the refinery raised its gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from ₦1,245 to ₦1,275 per litre, marking an additional N30 increase within the same day. The revised rate takes effect from 12:00 a.m. on March 21, 2026, replacing all previously communicated prices. At the time of filing this report,…

Terrorism: US deploys drones, troops to Nigeria for intelligence support

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Aminu Imam

The United States has deployed several MQ-9 drones and around 200 troops to Nigeria to assist in the fight against Islamist militants, US and Nigerian officials told Reuters news agency. According to US officials, the troops are not embedded with Nigerian frontline units, and the drones are strictly focused on intelligence-gathering, with no airstrikes being conducted. Previously, the US operated a $100 million drone base in neighbouring Niger, with roughly 1,000 troops monitoring militant activity across the Sahel. The facility was closed in 2024 after Niger’s military government ordered US…

“Govt. knows terror financiers” – Buratai

March 22, 2026March 22, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Says military alone can’t end insecurity Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai (rtd), has stated that the Nigerian government is aware of individuals financing terrorism, but declined responsibility for the non-disclosure of their identities. Speaking during an appearance on television, Buratai said security agencies possess intelligence on those behind terror funding, stressing that the decision not to make their names public rests with the appropriate authorities. “You cannot say I should be responsible for naming the financiers of terror. It’s not just about mentioning names; those agencies know…