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Tinubu declares National Emergency on insecurity, poverty

May 3, 2026May 3, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared insecurity and poverty as national emergencies, describing them as serious threats to jobs, productivity, and overall national stability. The President made this known in his goodwill message to workers during the May Day celebration held at Eagle Square, Abuja. He was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. Tinubu stressed that the twin challenges of insecurity and poverty continue to weaken livelihoods and undermine economic confidence. “There cannot be decent work where workers fear for their lives or where…

NBMOA disowns ‘impostors’, challenges Arewa24 claims in Taraba legal suit

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As BoT Chairman flags their activities amid worsening security situation in the state Aminu Imam The Northern Broadcast Media Owners Association (NBMOA) has publicly distanced itself from individuals it describes as “unauthorised impostors” and reaffirmed its legal challenge against AREWA24 TV channel, intensifying a dispute over broadcasting rights, cultural representation, and regulatory compliance in Northern Nigeria. Recall that Arewa24 filed a ₦10 billon defamation suit against Alhaji Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, Atar Communications Nigeria Limited (operators of Liberty TV and Radio) and the Northern Broadcast Media Owners Association (NBMOA), following a…

“Arewa24 TV, a CIA tool to undermine North’s Hausa culture, eroding Islamic values” – Gen. Alwali Kazir (rtd)

April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 Aminu Imam

A retired Nigerian Army General, Kapeh Alwali Kazir (rtd), has stirred debate claiming that Hausa-language broadcaster, Arewa24 is part of a covert foreign agenda aimed at undermining Islamic values and cultural traditions in northern Nigeria. In a widely circulated opinion piece, Kazir alleged that the station operates as a tool of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), asserting that its programming promotes Western ideologies at odds with the region’s religious and moral framework. According to him, the channel—established amid efforts to counter extremist narratives linked to insurgency in the North—serves a…

B’Haram gives Tinubu govt. 1-week ultimatum over 176 abducted women, children in Kwara

April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

Residents of Woro community in Kaiama LGA of Kwara State have raised fresh alarm after suspected terrorists issued a one-week ultimatum to the Federal Government over the fate of abducted victims. The insurgents reportedly threatened to kill or forcibly marry some of the 176 women and children in their custody if their demands are not met. Community members said the warning was communicated through one of the abductees, who was allowed to speak with her family after a Jumu’ah prayer session with the captors. According to sources, the victims confirmed…

Aviation fuel hike: Stakeholders seek FG’s intervention to ease 2026 Hajj operation

April 27, 2026April 27, 2026 Aminu Imam

Aviation stakeholders have called on the federal and state governments to urgently address the increase in aviation fuel prices to ease the transportation of Nigerian pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj. The stakeholders, under the aegis of ‘Concerned Aviation Stakeholders’, said something needs to be done immediately to save the 2026 Hajj operation from severe logistical and financial challenges, following the rising cost of aviation fuel. President of the group, Bukalti Usaman Gamawa, made the call in a statement yesterday, said that the skyrocketing cost of Jet-A1 aviation fuel had continued…

2027: Opposition to field single presidential candidate to unseat Tinubu

April 26, 2026April 26, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Vows to block ‘One-Party State’ agenda Opposition political leaders across Nigeria have declared their resolve to resist any attempt to impose President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the sole presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections, while simultaneously agreeing to work toward presenting a single, unified challenger to unseat him. The resolutions were reached at a high-level gathering tagged: the “National Summit of Opposition Political Party Leaders”, held in Ibadan, Oyo State, and hosted by Governor Seyi Makinde. The meeting brought together an array of influential political figures, including former Vice-President…

“Why are we still borrowing if we”re not paying subsidy?” – Sanusi challenges FG

April 25, 2026April 25, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As Akpabio defends debt strategy A growing debate over Nigeria’s fiscal direction has intensified, with the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamiɗo Sanusi, questioning the Federal Government’s continued reliance on borrowing despite the removal of petrol subsidy, while Senate President Godswill Akpabio insists the country’s debt remains within sustainable limits. Sanusi, a former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), raised concerns about what he described as inconsistencies in Nigeria’s fiscal management, asking why borrowing persists even after the elimination of a major expenditure burden. Speaking in an interview, he…

Tinubu seeks Senate’s fresh $516m loan approval for Sokoto–Badagry superhighway

April 24, 2026April 24, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to approve a fresh external borrowing of $516,333,070 (approximately ₦700bn) to fund sections of the proposed Sokoto–Badagry superhighway, a flagship project under his administration’s infrastructure drive. The request, contained in a letter addressed to the President of the 10th Senate, Godswill Akpabio, was read during plenary yesterday, setting the stage for legislative consideration of the financing plan. According to the President, the loan—expected to be sourced from Deutsche Bank, Germany —will support the construction of Sections 1, 1A and 1B of the 1,000-kilometre…

Alleged Coup Plot: FG accuses retired Gen., others of ₦71m terror funding

April 23, 2026April 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As Court orders DSS remand The Federal Government has detailed an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing a retired Major-General, Moh’d Ibrahim Gana, and several others of conspiring to destabilise the Nigerian State and financing terrorism with over ₦71 million. The allegations are contained in a charge filed on April 20, 2026, by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CR/206/2026, lists the defendants as retired Naval Captain Erasmus Ochegobia Victor, Inspector…

Cabinet Reshuffle: Tinubu sacks Edun, Ɗangiwa; elevates Oyedele to Finance Minister

April 22, 2026April 22, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Nominates Darma President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle in the membership of the Federal Executive Council, (FEC). According to a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, two cabinet members, Wale Edun and Arch. Ahmed Musa Ɗangiwa are to leave the cabinet while their replacements have been named. Edun, until the latest development, was the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy. He has been directed to hand over to Taiwo Oyedele, who is now to take…