Aminu Imam, Author at Voice of Liberty NG

Kwankwasiyya defends Aminu Gwarzo over ₦1.1bn allegation

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Kwankwasiyya political movement in Kano State has defended the Deputy Governor, Aminu AbdulSalam Gwarzo, against allegations that he misappropriated ₦1.1 billion, insisting that the funds were released with the approval of Governor Abba Yusuf. The development comes after the Kano State House of Assembly served an impeachment notice on Gwarzo on Thursday over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office and breach of public trust. In the notice signed by 38 out of the 40 lawmakers in the state Assembly, the deputy governor was accused of financial misconduct during…

NDLEA arrests ex-Lagos Councillor, intercepts drugs in diapers, explosives

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a former councillor in Ibeju-Lekki local government area, Sheleru Sadiq Olalekan, following the recovery of illicit drugs from his residence. The arrest formed part of a series of nationwide operations by the anti-narcotics agency, which also led to the interception of drugs concealed in baby diapers and the recovery of hundreds of improvised explosive device components in different states. This was made known in a statement yesterday by the NDLEA Spokesperson, Femi Babafemi The 45-year-old suspect, who previously served…

2027: “Resign now if you want to contest” – Niger govt. orders political appointees

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

Niger State government has directed all political appointees and public office holders intending to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign their positions on or before March 23, 2026. The directive, issued by Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG), Abubakar Usman, follows the release of the revised 2027 electoral timetable by the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC). According to the timetable, presidential and National Assembly elections are scheduled for January 16, 2027 while governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections will take place on February 6, 2027.…

“I’ll challenge 2026 Electoral Act in court” – Peter Obi

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has formally registered as a member of the African Democratic Congress, (ADC). Obi, who completed his registration in his hometown of Agulu in Aniocha LGA of Anambra State on Saturday, said he would challenge the newly-passed Electoral Act 2026 in court over what he described as attempts to manipulate the outcome of the 2027 general elections. He alleged that provisions of the new electoral law were designed to facilitate electoral manipulation and undermine the credibility of future elections. The former…

“Real reasons el-Rufa’i’s ministerial appointment was aborted” – Fani-Kayode

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Says ex-Gov.’s ‘bestial legacies’ responsible for current travails Nigeria’s Ambassador-designate to Germany and former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has said petitions over alleged human rights abuses were the real reason former Kaduna State governor Nasir el-Rufa’i failed to secure a ministerial appointment in 2023. El-Rufa’i, who is undergoing multiple trials over alleged money laundering, diversion of public funds and wire-tapping the National Security Adviser (NSA), is currently in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) However, Fani-Kayode attributed his travails to the nemesis resulting…

All-FCT sports association honor Gen. Chris Musa (rtd)

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

The All-Federal Capital Territory Sports Association, (AFSA), has conferred its “Ambassador of Fair Play” award on Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd) for his deep passion for sports and youth development, describing these as essential drivers of security and stability in any nation. Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Chairman of the AFSA Board of Trustees, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, led the delegation that presented the award to the Minister during a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Defence at Ship House, Abuja. Dogara emphasized…

Senate summons ex-NNPCL Boss, Mele Kyari over alleged ₦210tr financial discrepancies

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

The 10th Senate Committee on Public Accounts has summoned the former management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), including its immediate-past Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, over alleged financial discrepancies amounting to ₦210 trillion in the company’s audited accounts between 2017 and 2023. According to Chairman of the committee, Aliyu Wadada, who represents Nasarawa West, disclosed the development during a press briefing at the National Assembly in Abuja on Thursday, the investigation is part of the committee’s constitutional responsibility to ensure accountability, transparency and proper management of…

Tinubu approves postings of 65 Ambassadors

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the diplomatic postings of 65 Nigerian ambassadors to countries around the world and the United Nations. The disclosure was made by the Presidency yesterday by Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy) Bayo Onanuga, who noted that the list comprises 34 non-career ambassadors and 31 career diplomats assigned to different diplomatic missions. The postings follow the confirmation of the ambassadors-designate by the Senate last December. Among the non-career appointees are former senators, political figures, and public personalities assigned to countries including Israel, South…

Israeli Ambassador accuses Iran of sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, has accused Iran of sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria and attempting to expand its influence in West Africa through extremist movements. Speaking in an interview yesterday, Freeman alleged that some groups operating in Nigeria, including the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, receive ideological or operational backing from Tehran. He cited statements by Ali Khamenei as evidence of Iran’s support for such movements. According to him, Iran’s activities form part of a broader global agenda involving support for militant groups and destabilising campaigns in several regions.…

OPL 245: Tinubu ends 15yr dispute, unlocks major deepwater investment

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As ex-AGF Adoke seeks apology President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the successful resolution of the long-running dispute over Oil Prospecting Licence (OPL) 245, bringing to a close more than 15 years of legal and political wrangling surrounding one of Nigeria’s most valuable deepwater oil assets. The settlement agreement between the Federal Government, Italian energy giant Eni, and Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited (NAEL) was finalised during a meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja attended by Eni’s Chief Executive Officer, Claudio Descalzi, alongside senior company executives and top Nigerian officials.…