Aminu Imam, Author at Voice of Liberty NG

Saudi declares today start of Ramadan

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

Saudi Arabia has announced today Wednesday, February 18, as the first day of Ramadan 2026. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the crescent moon was sighted on Tuesday night. Several other countries, including Qatar, also declared Wednesday as the start of the holy month. In Nigeria, Muslims are awaiting an official declaration from the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar. As President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, his announcement determines the formal commencement of fasting nationwide. The Council had urged Muslims across the country to search for…

“We track, send movements of bandits to DSS, Police, but they don’t act” – Gov. Lawal

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, has alleged that security agencies don’t take action on critical security information that could help them in dealing with bandits, terrorists and other criminals in the state. He disclosed that with the aid of drones and other technological platforms, his government is able to track the movement of the terrorists and the information is relayed to the Police, Military, Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), but they often ignore such information. According to him, despite deploying surveillance…

FAAN bans cash payments from Feb. 29

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced that all cash payments and collections across its operations must stop by February 29, 2026. Naija News reports that the directive is part of a wider move to implement a cashless system in line with government policy. FAAN’s Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, issued the order in a memo to all agency departments. The move follows the Federal Executive Council’s decision for government agencies to phase out cash transactions. All financial dealings within FAAN are now expected to use approved electronic channels.…

Senate cuts election notice to 300 days, retains manual backup

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As H’Reps protest The 10th National Assembly was engulfed in dramatic scenes yesterday, as both chambers moved to revisit and amend key provisions of the Electoral Act ahead of the 2027 general elections, sparking protests, rowdy sessions and a sharply divided vote on electronic transmission of results. The Senate amended Clause 28 of the Electoral Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2026, reducing the statutory notice period for elections from 360 days to 300 days. The amendment grants the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) flexibility to schedule the 2027 general elections…

FG files criminal charges against el-Rufa’i for alleged phone interception of NSA, Ribaɗu

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Federal Government has charged former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufa’i, before the Federal High Court (FCT) in Abuja over the alleged unlawful interception of phone communications belonging to the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribaɗu. Court documents indicated that el-Rufa’i, who is currently a guest o the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) appeared as a guest on a television programme on February 13, 2026, where he reportedly admitted involvement in the interception and acknowledged knowing those who carried out the act without reporting them to security agencies. The…

Tinubu arrives Adamawa to unveil key projects

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu arrived at the Yola International Airport, Adamawa State yesterday, for the inauguration of projects executed by the Governor Ahmadu Fintiri administration in the state. The projects include model schools built across the 21 local government areas of the state by the administration. The model schools comprise pre-primary, primary, and junior secondary sections, with facilities such as sports complexes and other learning infrastructure. Other projects slated for inauguration include an eight-lane underpass bridge on Galadima Aminu Road linking Gimba to the state capital. Also to be inaugurated are…

Kano: APC Chairman reaffirms 60/40 leadership sharing formula

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, yesterday paid a courtesy visit to Kano State governor, Abba Yusuf, where he reaffirmed the party’s 60/40 leadership-sharing formula, and praised the growing unity among members in the state. This was contained in an issued statement yesterday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa. During the visit, Yilwatda expressed satisfaction with the large turnout of party supporters and leaders at the meeting, describing it as a demonstration of commitment and cohesion within the Kano APC fold. According to…

Kaduna: Shehu Sani urges EFCC to probe el-Rufai’s 8yr tenure

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

As former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el Rufa’i, has today honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), activist and one-time Senator representing Kaduna-Central, Shehu Sani, have asked the former governor to explain to the people of the state how over 400 billions of Naira was spent without any visible project. Speaking on a television programme, the lawmaker said el-Rufa’i should also account for $350m loan he took while in power. According to him, the level of repression under him in Kaduna was such that has never…

Court to hear suit to deregister ADC, others Feb. 24

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled February 24, 2026, to hear a suit seeking the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and several other political parties over alleged constitutional violations. The case, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/2637/25, was instituted by the Incorporated Trustees of the National Forum of Former Legislators (NFFL) against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the Attorney-General of the Federation, and five political parties — the African Democratic Congress, Accord Party, Zenith Labour Party, and Action Alliance. The matter, which came up for mention before Justice Peter…

FCT polls, Wike draws battle line, vows to block anti-Tinubu candidates

February 17, 2026February 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that he will back only candidates who support President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming FCT Area Council elections scheduled for February 21, vowing to oppose aspirants who do otherwise regardless of their political party. Wike made the statement at the weekend in Abuja, during the 60th birthday celebration of Senator Sandy Onor, where political heavyweights gathered to honour the lawmaker and academic. He said, “We have the FCT Area Council election coming up on Feb. 21; and I have…