Aminu Imam, Author at Voice of Liberty NG

Ɗangote reduces petrol gantry price to ₦1,200/litre

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

Ɗangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has reduced its gantry price for Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) to ₦1,200 per litre, while pegging its coastal price at ₦1,153 per litre, a development expected to reshape fuel supply costs across Nigeria’s downstream distribution chain. According to the its Group’s spokesperson, Anthony Chiejina, the price adjustment represents a downward review in the refinery’s pricing template and comes amid heightened uncertainty in the global oil market driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle-East. “Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has reduced its gantry price for petrol…

CBN restricts banking services for chronic loan defaulters

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has restricted banking services for large-scale loan defaulters, cutting-off their access to fresh credit, letters of credit, performance bonds, and other trade instruments. The move marks a decisive end to years of regulatory forbearance that allowed well-connected borrowers to accumulate debt with little consequence. The CBN issued the directive on Wednesday, following remarks by Governor Olayemi Cardoso at the 4th Annual IMF/AFRITAC West 2 High-Level Executive Forum in Abuja. It targets “large-ticket obligors” – individuals and corporations carrying significant debts classified as non-performing in…

IGP submits State Police framework to Senate

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has submitted a comprehensive framework for the establishment of state police to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, as part of ongoing efforts to decentralise policing in Nigeria. The framework was presented on Thursday at the National Assembly, Abuja, to Senator Barau, who chairs the Senate Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, (as amended). According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the Deputy President of the Senate on Media and Publicity, Isma’il Mudashir, the 75-page document…

Insecurity: “We’re being killed openly” – Kannywood actor, Sadiq Sani

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Apologises for supporting Tinubu Popular Kannywood actor Sadiq Sani Sadiq has publicly apologised to Nigerians, particularly those in Northern Nigeria, over his role in the emergence of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, citing the region’s worsening insecurity, killings, and economic hardship. In a video message addressing the escalating violence across the North, Sadiq admitted that supporting Tinubu’s government was a grave mistake. He urged Nigerians not to repeat such choices in future elections. “We admit that we made a mistake in choosing this oppressive government of Tinubu. We are suffering because…

Kano Deputy Gov. resigns amid impeachment moves

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

Kano state Deputy Governor, Aminu AbdulSalam Gwarzo, has resigned from office amid an ongoing impeachment process by the State House of Assembly. The Kwankwasiyya Movement, through its spokesperson, Habib Mohammed, confirmed the resignation in a statement made available to journalists, stating that the decision was taken in the overall interest of the people and to ensure stability in the state’s governance. Recall that the Assembly had earlier issued an impeachment notice to the deputy governor over allegations of misappropriation and gave him a two-week ultimatum to respond. The deadline elapsed…

“Atiku will win ADC primaries 100%, Obi, Amaechi may step down” – Umar Arɗo

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Blasts S’Chiefs over ‘soft’ terror rhetoric Fresh political and security debates have engulfed the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as party stakeholders project a decisive presidential primary victory for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, while the party leadership simultaneously takes a hard stance against controversial remarks by top security officials. Convener of the League of Northern Democrats, Umar Arɗo, has predicted that Atiku Abubakar would overwhelmingly win the ADC presidential primaries if all aspirants contest. Speaking during a television programme on Friday, Ardo dismissed the likelihood of a consensus arrangement among…

“Halt ongoing killings of Nigerians or risk violent breakup” — Ex-US Envoy warns Tinubu’s Govt.

March 27, 2026March 27, 2026 Aminu Imam

A former United States diplomat has raised fresh concerns over Nigeria’s worsening security crisis, warning that the country could face a violent breakup if urgent steps are not taken. The warning was directed at President Bola Tinubu, as killings continue in different parts of the country. A former U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for ‘International Religious Freedom’, Sam Brownback, gave the warning in a speech captured in a viral video. He said the situation has reached a critical stage and may spiral out of control if not addressed immediately. Brownback described Nigeria as…

2027: Kwankwaso set to join ADC, eyes Senate Presidency

March 27, 2026March 27, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former Kano State governor and prominent political figure, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, is on the verge of defecting to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in what observers describe as a significant development in the evolving political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. Sources within key political circles indicate that advanced consultations are ongoing between Kwankwaso and top ADC stakeholders, with discussions centred on building a broad-based coalition capable of challenging the dominance of the ruling party. The anticipated defection is believed to be part of a wider strategy to consolidate…

‘Nigeria ranks last globally in ‘Quality of Life 2026’ – Report

March 27, 2026March 27, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As income crisis deepens Nigeria has ranked last among 89 countries in the 2026 Quality of Life Index, as a separate report reveals that nearly 60 percent of citizens earn below ₦100,000 monthly, or have no income – highlighting worsening living conditions and deepening economic strain across the country. The ranking, published by Numbeo, placed Nigeria at the bottom of its global quality of life assessment, with an overall score of zero. The index evaluates living standards using metrics such as cost of living, purchasing power, safety, healthcare, pollution, and…

‘Kidnappers now using banks to collect ransoms’ – Expert raises alarm

March 27, 2026March 27, 2026 Aminu Imam

A security expert, Dr. Kabir Adamu, has raised concern that kidnappers in Nigeria are now using banks to collect ransom payments. Speaking yesterday, Adamu, who is the CEO of Beacon Security and Intelligence Ltd, said this trend is worrying. In the past, kidnappers usually demanded cash, but now they are asking victims’ families to pay money through bank accounts. He revealed that his team has tracked cases where ransom money was paid into bank accounts and successfully withdrawn. Although he did not mention the banks involved, he said some progress…