Aminu Imam, Author at Voice of Liberty NG

Kaduna: After 9yr struggle, Govt. allocates new plots to displaced residents

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Uba Sani delivers compensation promise Former residents of Malali Low-cost Housing estate in Kaduna, whose houses were revoked and demolished were today given new offers of plots as compensation. Recall that a stakeholder meeting was convened on 21st Jan 2026 were it was revealed that an investigation has been ordered by the State Government to ascertain the circumstances behind the demolition and compensation offered with a firm commitment to provide redress to the aggrieved parties. In fulfillment of that promise the Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani has given the…

Tinubu begins historic State Visit to UK today

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, accompanied by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will depart Abuja today Tuesday, for a State Visit to the United Kingdom (UK) as guests of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. King Charles will host President Tinubu and his wife at Windsor Castle from Wednesday, March 18, to Thursday, March 19. The state visit is the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years. President Tinubu is also the first Nigerian leader to be hosted by the British monarch at Windsor Castle. Nigeria and…

Borno: Panic, as multiple explosions rock Maiduguri

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

Residents of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, were thrown into panic yesterday evening, after several loud explosions were heard across parts of the city. The blasts were suspected to have been caused by Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) allegedly planted by terrorists believed to be linked to Boko Haram. According to reports from residents, the explosions occurred near the gate of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, the busy Monday Market Roundabout, and the Elkanemi area, triggering fear and confusion among people in the vicinity. Witnesses said the first explosion…

Court to rule on ICPC’s request for fresh 14-day detention of el-Rufa’i

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

A Magistrate Court in Abuja has fixed today Tuesday, to rule on a request by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) seeking an additional 14 days to detain former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufa’i. The presiding magistrate, Okechukwu Akweke, adjourned the matter to allow the court determine whether to grant or dismiss the anti-graft agency’s application. El-Rufa’i has been in ICPC custody since February 18, 2026, following allegations of money-laundering and the illegal interception of the communications of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribaɗu. The Commission…

Ramadan-Lent: Tinubu orders free rice distribution for Muslims, Christians nationwide

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Renewed Hope Ambassadors to distribute rice across the country to support citizens observing Ramadan and the Lenten season. The announcement was made by Governor Hope Uzodinma, of Imo State, who serves as the Director-General of the campaign group. According to him, the distribution will be coordinated through the group’s nationwide grassroots network, to ensure families in every state benefit during this sacred period of fasting and reflection. “This initiative reflects President Tinubu’s commitment to unity and compassion. Ramadan and Lent are seasons that remind…

TikTok bandit ‘Sule Yellow’ captured by security operatives

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

Security operatives in Kaduna have arrested a suspected bandit, identified online as Sule Yellow, who gained notoriety on the social media platform TikTok for allegedly flaunting kidnapping operations and ransom money during livestreams. Sule Yellow attracted widespread attention after appearing in a TikTok livestream that went viral on March 4. In the video, he was seen alongside another suspected bandit, known as Auta, and other members of their gang. During the livestream, the group allegedly spoke openly about their activities and boasted about carrying out kidnappings. A video circulating on…

2027: “We’ll resist plot to make Tinubu sole presidential candidate” – ADC

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has vowed to employ every legitimate means to resist plots by anti-democratic forces within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to end competitive democracy in Nigeria. The party, in a statement issued yestetday in Abuja, signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, accused powerful figures within the ruling APC of plotting to pressure the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise Nafi’u Bala Gombe, an expelled member of the party, as ADC National Chairman. The ADC described the move as part of the elaborate…

Passengers injured, as Kaduna–Abuja train derails

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

Fear and confusion gripped passengers on an early morning train journey from Kaduna to Abuja, after a loud bang reportedly jolted the moving train to an abrupt stop, leaving several travellers injured. Eyewitnesses said the impact flung passengers across compartments, with many sustaining visible injuries and bleeding before emergency calm was gradually restored. The train reportedly remained halted for about 30 minutes before resuming its journey towards Kubwa, sparking anxiety among those on board. Initial reports suggest the incident may have resulted from a collision involving another train along the…

M’East Tension: Petrol prices soar, could hit ₦2,000/litre

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

…NLC, stakeholders calls for relief measures Nigeria is facing mounting pressure to implement economic relief measures as the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran pushes global crude oil prices higher, causing petrol costs across the country to surge to unprecedented levels. Industry operators, economists, labour unions, and private sector leaders have called on the Federal Government to channel expected windfalls from rising oil prices toward cushioning citizens and businesses from the financial shock. Without intervention, soaring fuel costs are expected to exacerbate inflation and deepen economic hardship. Petrol…

Northern Groups allege marginalisation

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Warn of growing discontent over infrastructure, economic hardship A prominent northern socio-political coalition, the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), has raised fresh concerns over what it describes as the continued marginalisation of Northern Nigeria in the distribution of infrastructure projects and economic policies. In a press statement issued yesterday, the CNG said recent government spending patterns and economic conditions indicate that the region is being ‘short-changed’, warning that the situation could worsen public frustration if urgent steps are not taken. According to the group, the allocation of federal road projects…