Author: Aminu Imam

NEF unveils Investment Summit for North’s economic revival

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NEF unveils Investment Summit3

The Northern Elders Forum, (NEF), has declared that the North “cannot remain a sleeping giant”, as it unveiled plans for its investment and industrialisation summit designed to revive the region’s economy, harness its vast resources, and tackle insecurity and unemployment. Speaking yesterday on a television programme, NEF’s spokesperson, Professor Abubakar Jiddere, said the North could no longer ignore its economic challenges or depend on others for development. “The North contributed to Nigeria immensely right from the colonial era, even politically”, Jiddere said, “But unfortunately, challenges started arising, especially as a…

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“Retract your lies on Tinubu or face the people’s wrath” – Northern Minorities blast el-Rufa’i

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Northern Minorities blast el Rufa’i

The Northern Nigeria Minorities Group (NNMG) has torn into former Kaduna governor Nasir el-Rufa’i over his claim that President Bola Tinubu is scheming to elongate his stay in power, branding the allegation “reckless, malicious and dangerous to national unity”. In a statement on Tuesday, Convener Chief Jacob Edi dismissed el-Rufa’i as “a bitter politician turned content creator”, accusing him of spreading lies out of frustration at being left out of Tinubu’s cabinet. “If el-Rufa’i had been appointed, would he still be making these wild allegations? Everyone knows the answer,” the…

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Remi Tinubu raises ₦20bn for abandoned National Library in Abuja 

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Remi Tinubu National Library

First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has raised over ₦20 billion for the National Library project in Abuja. Recall that earlier this month, the First Lady appealed to well-wishers to convert birthday gifts and greetings into donations for the completion of the National Library project. The First Lady, a former lawmaker who turned 65 on September 21, 2025, in a video message, said she would dedicate the day to God and a cause which she described as close to her heart, rather than host a lavish celebration. The Fund, according to her,…

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“Northern Nigeria’s newborn has 15% chance of dying before age 5” – Bill Gates

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Bill Gates

American billionaire businessman, Bill Gates, has raised alarm about the high child mortality rate in Northern Nigeria. Gates stated that “a child born in northern Nigeria has a 15% chance of dying before the age of five”. He then urged governments to reverse global health funding cuts. Speaking during an interview before the Reuters Newsmaker Foundation’s annual Goalkeepers event in New York on Monday, Gates said the world was at a crossroads, with millions of children at risk of dying if funding drops too steeply.  “You can either be part…

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‘Why North can’t speak with one voice’ – Tanko Yakasai 

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Tanko Yakasai

Elder statesman, Tanko Yakasai, has said Northern Nigeria cannot speak with one voice. Speaking with newsmen yesterday, Yakasai said the large population of the North naturally leads to diverse opinions. ‎ The elder statesman dismissed the idea of prematurely ending President Bola Tinubu’s administration, while advocating for the completion of its tenure and policies. ‎ ‎He advocated continuity in governance, to ensure stability, which he believes is essential for national progress and prosperity. ‎ ‎Yakasai equally endorsed democracy as the best form of government, citing its ability to provide stability…

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Constitutional Review: Nigerians demand new deal, State Police, women’s seats, Electoral Reforms top agenda

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Constitutional Review Nigerians demand

Nigerians on Monday stormed the National Assembly’s public hearing on the 1999 Constitution review, with fiery demands — from state and community-policing to creation of new states, electoral reforms, and reserved seats for women and persons with disabilities. Women’s groups, traditional rulers, civil society, and security agencies all pushed for inclusion, accountability, and stronger federalism. Heated protests broke out, as women demanded guaranteed seats in parliament, while traditional rulers insisted on formal recognition of their roles. The Constitutional review involves 87 amendment bills, with some key areas generating robust debate.…

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“Tinubu worse than military; wants to be Nigeria’s Paul Biya!” – El-Rufa’i 

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El Rufa'i on Asiwaju

…“He needs counselling” – Presidency hits back Former Kaduna State governor Nasir el-Rufa’i has launched a blistering attack on President Bola Tinubu’s administration, branding it “worse than any military regime” and warning that the President harbours ambitions to become “Nigeria’s Paul Biya”. Speaking while hosting former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar in Kaduna over the weekend, el-Rufa’i accused the Tinubu government of centralizing power, stifling opposition, and betraying the democratic ideals of federalism. He declared that unless Nigerians unite to remove Tinubu in 2027, the president could attempt to perpetuate himself in…

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FAAC exposes $42.4bn NNPC under-remittance

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FAAC exposes

…Queries OAGF over ₦2tr unpaid taxes  The Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) has flagged massive shortfalls in oil revenue remittances, accusing the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) of failing to pay $42.37 billion allegedly due to the Federation Account. In its September 2025 report, FAAC’s Post-Mortem Sub-Committee (PMSC) also ordered the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) to explain more than ₦2.03 trillion in unpaid taxes and royalties accrued between June and December 2023. According to the report, the disputed $42.37 billion dates back to NNPC under-remittances…

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“₦2tr siphoned through questionable subsidy claims under Jonathan” – Otedola

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Otedola on Jonathan

The billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has said that during the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan, over ₦2 trillion was siphoned through questionable petrol subsidy claims linked to depot licences.  Otedola stated thisin an issued statement yesterday, backing the Ɗangote Petroleum Refinery (DPR) in its with the Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria, (DAPPMAN). Recall that on September 16, DAPPMAN accused the refinery of engaging in market-disruptive practices, claiming that the company’s fuel price cuts were strategically timed to weaken competition rather than to serve patriotic interests. Countering…

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₦330bn palliative scandal: Yoruba group, Lawyer demand full list of beneficiaries 

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Yoruba group, lawyer demand2

Fresh controversy is trailing the Federal Government’s claim that it has disbursed ₦330 billion in cash transfers to millions of poor Nigerians. The Yoruba Union on Sunday accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of mismanaging the palliative scheme, alleging that the programme was skewed to favour ruling APC members while worsening poverty and inequality.  The group warned that the secrecy around the funds, coupled with rising hardship from fuel subsidy removal, has fuelled school dropouts, unemployment, and social vices. It urged Nigerians to resist fresh foreign loans being tied to unverifiable…

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