Author: Aminu Imam

“Defend Democracy, keep politicians on their toes” – Gov. Uba Sani to Activists 

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Uba Sani to Activists

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has advised activists who are in politics to lead by example and be accountable to the people on whose mandate they are in office. The Governor also argued that “the welfare and security of the people must be our top priority. We must avoid actions that will make the people to lose faith in democracy’’. Governor Sani gave this advice at the public presentation and formal book launch written by Hon. Abdul Oroh, titled: “Demonstration of Craze: Struggles And Transition To Democracy.’’ The Governor, who…

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JUSUN workers suspend planned strike for 2 weeks 

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JUSUN workers suspend

The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, (JUSUN), has directed its members nationwide to suspend their planned industrial action, originally scheduled to commence today, Monday, for two weeks. The strike has been postponed following the intervention of the Minister of Labour and other stakeholders, who have held a series of meetings with union leaders over the past 48 hours. A statement issued yesterday by JUSUN’s Public Relations Officer, National Judicial Council chapter, Joel Ebiloma, noted that the two-week reprieve was granted to allow the relevant authorities time to resolve outstanding issues.…

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‘North’s insecurity fuelling mental health crisis in Nigeria’ – Bishop Kukah

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Bishop Kukah

Catholic Bishop of Sokoto diocese, Mathew Kukah, has linked the current mental health crisis in Nigeria to the incessant violence and insecurity plaguing the country, especially the northern region. “We are all vulnerable to mental health challenges due to the violence around us and the limited access to medical care. Our women and children should not be dying because healthcare is out of reach,” he stated, during the recent commissioning of projects at the Federal Neuro-psychiatric Hospital, Kware. He stated that the pervasive violence and inadequate access to healthcare services…

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Mid-term Report: “Tinubu woefully failed Nigerians” – Afenifere  

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Afenifere on mid term

Prominent Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere has issued a blistering midterm assessment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, describing the last two years as a period of “regressing hopelessness and despair”. In an issued statement yesterday, signed by the group’s leader, Oba Oladipo Olaitan, and National Publicity Secretary, Prince Justice Faloye, Afenifere accused the President of monumental failure across all key sectors. Titled: “President Tinubu Woefully Failed Nigerians – Afenifere Midterm Report”, the document presents a damning critique of the administration’s performance, warning that the country is drifting towards “totalitarianism, mass…

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2027: “You removed Jonathan, yet nothing changed; be wiser this time” – Dickson to Amaechi, el-Rufa’i, Atiku

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Dickson to Amaechi, el Rufa'i, Atiku

Former Bayelsa State governor, Seriake Dickson, has issued a pointed caution to prominent politicians forming a new opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to reports, the coalition includes key political figures such as former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufa’i. These political heavyweights gathered in Abuja on Saturday to celebrate Amaechi’s 60th birthday. During the event, Atiku described himself, Amaechi, and el-Rufa’i as “conspirators”, united once again in their opposition to President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a sharp…

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LibertyTV Boss, Ramalan endorses NBC, NigComSat unveiling Nigeria’s Satellite-Driven Digital Switchover: “The Big Picture”

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Ramalan

The Executive Chairman of Liberty Alhaji (Dr) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan has Endorsed the bold move to redefine Nigeria’s digital future, by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) and Nigerian Communications Satellite Ltd (NigComSat) Launching “The Big Picture”— a revolutionary upgrade to the country’s Digital Switchover, (DSO). Ramalan, in a chat with Liberty News on Friday, said this NBC NIGCOMSAT ‘Big Picture’ after the long wait, at last will serve as the country’s platform for innovation, and industry collaboration for news entertainment, and technology eco-system, adding that it will reshape the Broacast…

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21 Kano athletes, officials die in road accident

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Kano athletes accident

…Tinubu mourns At least 21 athletes and officials in the Kano contingent to the just-concluded National Sports Festival which was held in Ogun State have perished in a road accident. Witnesses confirmed the death toll to newsmen, saying more than 10 people sustained serious injuries. According to an official on the trip, Ado Salisu, the incident occurred on Daka-Tsalle bridge, Garun Malam local government area at about 8am on Saturday, when the bus hit a pothole and somersaulted. Salisu said 17 athletes and two officials died on the spot, while…

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2027: Atiku, el-Rufa’i, Amaechi call for Tinubu’s ouster

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Atiku, el Rufa'i, Amaechi call

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, alongside ex-governors Nasir El-Rufai and Rotimi Amaechi, has called for the removal of President Bola Tinubu and the APC in 2027, citing the government’s alleged weaponisation of poverty. Speaking at a lecture in Abuja to mark Amaechi’s 60th birthday, Atiku said poverty is worsening under Tinubu, accusing the administration of deliberately dismantling state agencies meant to help the poor. Amaechi, who refused to back Tinubu in 2023, said he knew Tinubu lacked the capacity to lead. He criticised the manipulation of voters through ethnicity and…

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Niger Flood: Death toll rises to 151, over 3,000 displaced

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Niger flood

At least 151 people have been confirmed dead and eleven others injured in the aftermath of the devastating floods that displaced more than 3,000 residents of Mokwa town, in Niger State. Spokesperson of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), Ibrahim Husseini, confirmed the figures in a phone interview. According to him, the floods, which affected 503 households, displaced 3,018 people. “Two bridges and two roads were washed away, he added, noting that the disaster affected three communities in the town”, he stated.  According to reports, the floods submerged many…

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‘Nigerians worse-off under Tinubu’ – Igbo Women’s Group

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Igbo Women's Group

The Igbo Women Assembly, (IWA), has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the administration of President Bola Tinubu, stating that Nigerians are facing harsher conditions than they did two years ago. Speaking on behalf of the group’s National President, Lolo Nneka Chimezie, criticised the Government’s performance, highlighting widespread hunger, insecurity, and political instability. “Insecurity is rampant across all regions. Even Abuja, the nation’s capital, is no longer safe. If the seat of power is under threat, where can Nigerians feel secure?” she asked, during an interview. Her remarks echoed those of other…

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