Author: Aminu Imam

Tinubu reshuffles leadership at UniAbuja, UNN, other federal universities

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Tinubu reshuffles

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced major leadership changes in several federal universities, including the University of Abuja, which has been renamed Yakubu Gowon University. As part of the restructuring, Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi has been removed as Vice-Chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University. -Professor Lar Patricia Manko has been appointed Acting Vice-Chancellor for six months, but she will not be eligible for the permanent role. “Senator Lanre Tejuoso is now Pro-Chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University, while Senator Joy Emordi takes over as Pro-Chancellor of Alvan Ikoku University of Education. At…

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Shehu Sani slams el-Rufa’i over lack of accountability, transparency

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Shehu Sani on el Rufa'i

Former Senator Representing Kaduna-Central senatorial district, Senator Shehu Sani, says former Governor of the State, Nasir el-Rufa’i, can’t account for the massive loans and grants he collected when he led the State. According to Shehu Sani, nobody in Kaduna State can confidently say they know the $350 million World Bank loans given to the state was spent. The former senator’s tirade follows el-Rufa’i accusation that Governor Uba Sani collected “₦150 billion” from Tinubu and refusing to disclose it to the people of the state. Sani described el-Rufa’i as ‘the man…

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“My tenure significantly improved security, economy” – ex-President Buhari

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ex President Buhari

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has said that Nigeria’s security and economy saw significant improvements during his eight-year administration. Buhari made this statement on Wednesday, while hosting members of the Katsina State Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) at his residence in Daura. The former president emphasised that he inherited a troubled economy and severe security challenges from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which held power for 16 years. “Compared to what we met in 2015, Nigeria’s security and economy improved significantly under my administration. Things will continue…

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Renewed Kaduna Restoration Group praises Gov. Uba Sani’s fiscal management; condemns ex-official’s policies

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RKRG defends Uba Sani2

The Renewed Kaduna Restoration Group, (RKRG) has lauded Governor Uba Sani’s efforts to steer Kaduna State out of a deep financial crisis, while sharply criticizing the fiscal policies of former governor, Nasir el-Rufa’i. The RKRG, in an issued press statement yesterday, claimed that el-Rufai’s tenure, in its 8-year campaign against what it describes as “reckless mis-governance”,  left Kaduna with unsustainable debt and mis-allocated resources.  The Group’s statement points to a recent committee report that, according to RKRG, confirms allegations of fiscal irresponsibility during the former governor’s administration. Among the cited…

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Arewa stakeholders demand resignation of NNPCL Boss, Mele Kyari after attaining mandatory retirement age

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Arewa stakeholders demand

…Vow to shut down Abuja office The Arewa Accountability Network has called for the immediate resignation of Mele Kolo Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), citing his attainment of the mandatory retirement age. In an issued statement signed by its coordinator, Samuel Audu, the group argued that Kyari, who recently turned 60, should step down, in line with Nigeria’s Civil Service policy, which mandates retirement at either 60 years of age or after 35 years of service – whichever February 3,…

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Plateau: Gov Mutfwang dismisses claims of loudspeaker ban in mosques

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Gov. Mutfwang dismisses

Plateau State governor Caleb Mutfwang has dismissed rumours that his government plans to ban the use of loudspeakers by mosques. The claim emerged after a petition circulated on social media, but Mutfwang refuted it during a public address in Bukur Metropolis on Friday evening. He stated, “There is no such plan. Those spreading this false rumour are trying to create division within our community.” The governor added that the petition does not represent the views of his administration and assured residents that everyone in Plateau State can freely practice their…

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“Your time in service is over” – MURIC tells IGP

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MURIC tells IGP

The Muslim Rights Concern, (MURIC), has warned against tenure extension for Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun. Prof. Ishaq Akintola, the Executive Director of MURIC, in a statement on Monday, said the extension could erode efficiency, breed division, and diminish public confidence in the police According to him, the amendment to the Police Act that paved the way for Egbetokun’s tenure extension is a cause for concern. The amended Section 18(8) of the Act allows the I-G to remain in office until the end of the term stipulated in the…

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Kaduna Electric workers begin indefinite strike over planned sack of 900 staff

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Kaduna Electric2

Staff members of the Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company, (KADECO), have embarked on an indefinite strike in protest against the management’s alleged plan to dismiss over 900 workers. The workers are also demanding the payment of five years’ outstanding pensions to retirees, better work tools, promotions for deserving employees, and implementation of the 2024 National Minimum Wage. Additional grievances include the non-payment of death benefits to families of deceased staff, improper placement of employees, lack of electricity rebates, and failure to recognize long-serving workers. According to reports, Kaduna Electric, in a…

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CSJ identifies 254 ‘frivolous’ items in 2025 Budget

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CSJ identifies Budget

A non-governmental advocacy group, the Centre for Social Justice, (CSJ), has identified 254 wasteful and inappropriate expenditures in the Federal Government’s proposed 2025 Budget, currently under review at the 10th National Assembly. The budget, totaling ₦49.74 trillion, includes a projected ₦13.08 trillion deficit and ₦16.33 trillion for debt servicing. Critics argue that excessive spending on vehicles, office supplies, and unrelated projects undermines efforts to address Nigeria’s economic challenges, including high inflation and poverty. CSJ estimates that eliminating these frivolous expenses could save the country up to ₦954 billion. Among the…

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Primate Ayodele warns on security, urges Army Chief to wake up

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Primate Ayodele

Founder and Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has alerted the nation’s Army Chief on rising activities of terrorists which are spreading all across the country. He also said the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, will be sent to political oblivion spiritually. Primate Ayodele, who made the disclosures at the international headquarters of his church yesterday,  said the Army Chief must wake up to pro-actively respond to the activities of these terrorists who are planning to lay siege on military base to cause casualty. According to him, the…

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