Aminu Imam, Author at Voice of Liberty NG

Kaduna: Court orders el-Rufa’i to pay ₦900m over rights violation

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 Aminu Imam

A Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna has awarded ₦900 million in damages against former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufa’i, and five others for violating the fundamental human rights of Adara elders illegally detained in 2019. The presiding judge, Justice Hauwa’u Buhari, delivered the ruling yesterday, in a suit filed by Awemi Dio Maisamari and eight other Southern Kaduna Adara elders. The court ruled that el-Rufa”i personally orchestrated their arbitrary arrest, and is therefore liable for the ₦900 million compensation. The court also awarded ₦10 million in general damages, and…

Tinubu appoints Governing Councils for 3 federal varsities

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 Aminu Imam

Two months after sacking the Governing Council of the University of Abuja, President Bola Tinubu has appointed new council for the university, alongside the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Recall that in February, Tinubu dissolved the Governing Council of the University of Abuja and sacked the university’s vice-chancellor, A’isha Maikuɗi, amid controversy over her eligibility. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed the latest development in a statement yesterday, titled: ‘President Tinubu appoints new Governing Council members for three federal universities.’…

“Nigeria must resist one-Party State” – Ex-NBA President

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 Aminu Imam

Former president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Joseph Daudu (SAN) and other experts have called on the citizens to resist a one-party State, saying the Constitution envisages a multi-party democracy. Daudu spoke at the 13th webinar on the overview and mid-term report of the administration of President Bola Tinubu between May 2023 and May 2025, organised by the ‘Rule of Law Development Foundation’, yesterday. Daudu, who is the coordinator of the Foundation, described the alleged moves to establish a one-party State as “selfish, evil and counter-productive”. He warned that…

Afenifere appoints Olu Falae as chairman

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 Aminu Imam

The Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has appointed Oba Olu Falae as the Chairman of its National Executive Committee. Oba Falae is a former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and the traditional ruler of Ilu-Abo in Akure-North, Ondo State. The appointment was made yesterday, at Afenifere’s monthly meeting, held at the Akure home of its national leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti. Speaking after the meeting, the group’s National Publicity Secretary, Jare Ajayi, said Pa Fasoranti made the appointment to reposition the group. “Oba Falae’s appointment is meant to reinvigorate the…

Sule Lamiɗo demands expulsion of Wike, Ortom from PDP

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 Aminu Imam

…Warns of democratic collapse Former governor of Jigawa State and founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sule Lamiɗo, has issued a stark warning about the state of Nigeria’s democracy, declaring that the collapse of the PDP could lead to the emergence of an “emperor” as president—ushering in autocratic rule. Speaking during an appearance on a television programme yesterday, Lamiɗo emphasised the PDP’s role as a cornerstone of Nigeria’s democratic journey since 1999. He argued that without a strong opposition, democratic checks and balances would fail, potentially leading to…

2027: Atiku, Obi, Amaechi, others court Northern bloc

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 Aminu Imam

…Forge national alliance against Tinubu A major political realignment may be underway ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, as key figures from both northern and southern Nigeria met behind closed doors in Abuja at the weekend to discuss the country’s worsening socio-economic conditions and strategize on unseating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The meeting, convened by the National Political Consultative Group (North), was held at the Abuja Continental Hotel and brought together a high-powered mix of political leaders across party lines. Among those present were former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, 2023…

ECOWAS golden jubilee: Tinubu to lead celebrations in Lagos

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja today for Lagos to celebrate, along with other leaders, the 50th anniversary of the Economic Community of West African States, (ECOWAS). The ECOWAS golden jubilee was flagged off in Accra in April 2025. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed this in a statement yesterday, titled: “President Tinubu departs for Lagos to mark ECOWAS’ 50th anniversary, commission projects”. The statement reads: “The Lagos events will include reenacting the 1975 declaration at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs in Victoria…

H’Reps bow to pressure, withdraw compulsory voting Bill

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 Aminu Imam

The 10th House of Representatives, has officially withdrawn the controversial bill that sought to make voting mandatory for all eligible Nigerians. The bill, which was co-sponsored by Abbas and Daniel Ago—who represents Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency in Plateau State—had earlier passed its second reading in the House on May 15. While presenting the bill, Ago argued that the proposed amendment to the Electoral Act 2022 was aimed at addressing Nigeria’s persistent challenge of low voter turnout during elections. However, the bill has now been pulled back, following growing concerns and…

Insecurity: Many feared abducted, as kidnappers storm FCT estate

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 Aminu Imam

A group of heavily armed kidnappers have invaded Grow Homes Estate in the Chikakore area of Kubwa, Abuja’s largest suburban town, holding residents hostage for over an hour. According to terrified residents, the incident occurred between 12a.m and 1:30a.m early yesterday. One of the residents said he witnessed a man and a woman being taken away by the kidnappers. However, by daybreak, the woman was found within the estate, having been released by her captors for reasons that remain unclear. At the time of filing this report, the exact number…

Tinubu orders 14-day reprieve for FCT ground rent defaulters

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu has intervened in the ongoing enforcement action against ground rent defaulters in the Federal Capital Territory, (FCT) granting a 14-day grace period to affected property holders to settle their outstanding obligations. This development comes after the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) commenced enforcement on 4,794 properties revoked due to non-payment of ground rent spanning between 10 and 43 years. Director of Land, Chijioke Nwankwoeze, disclosed the development at a press briefing in Abuja yesterday evening, noting however, that the defaulters will pay penalty fees of ₦2m and…