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Tinubu sends State Police Bill to Senate

June 24, 2026June 24, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As Govs. seek wider security powers President Bola Tinubu has formally transmitted a Constitution Alteration Bill seeking the establishment of state police to the Senate, marking a major step toward restructuring Nigeria’s security architecture as state governors push for broader powers and a sustainable funding framework for the proposed policing system. The Bill seeks to amend relevant provisions of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) to create a legal basis for state police formations across the federation, a move widely seen as one of the most significant security reforms since Nigeria’s…

Northern leaders demand hard truths, media inclusion, almajiri reform, at 2nd Liberty Symposium

June 23, 2026June 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Demands recognition of Nigeria’s media laws by unregulated Int’l broadcasters, National Security partnership, protection of Nigeria’s information sovereignty Aminu Imam Participants at the 2nd Liberty Symposium, held last Tuesday in Abuja, have called for urgent reforms to tackle insecurity, poverty, educational decline, youth unemployment and leadership failures in Northern Nigeria, warning that the region can no longer afford to ignore the structural problems hindering its development. The symposium, under the theme: ‘Re-Imagining the North: Media, Productive Power and the Making of the Next Northern Nigeria‘, brought together policymakers, media executives,…

“Declare national emergency on insecurity now” — Maƙarfi urges Tinubu

June 22, 2026June 22, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Opposes deregistration of political parties Former Kaduna State governor and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ahmed Maƙarfi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately declare a national emergency on insecurity, warning that the worsening security situation across the country requires urgent and coordinated action. Maƙarfi stated this yesterday, during an interaction with newsmen at his Kaduna residence, where he addressed issues including insecurity, the state of Nigeria’s democracy, preparations for the 2027 elections, and the lingering crisis within the PDP. The former governor said the…

“Insecurity threatens 2026 planting season” – AFAN wans

June 21, 2026June 21, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Says over 200 Kaduna farmers kidnapped Rising insecurity across Nigeria’s farming communities is disrupting the 2026 planting season, with farmers abandoning farmlands over fears of attacks, kidnappings and banditry. Reports indicate that violence has intensified in key agricultural states, including Benue, Plateau, Niger, Kogi and parts of the North-West, forcing many farmers to flee. The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has warned that up to 35 million Nigerians could face severe food insecurity if agricultural disruptions continue. Vice-President of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Daniel Okafor, said farmers…

2027: APC defends Tinubu, dismisses opposition’s resignation call

June 20, 2026June 20, 2026 Aminu Imam

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected calls by opposition parties and the 10th House of Representatives minority caucus for President Bola Tinubu to either improve governance or resign over worsening insecurity and economic hardship. The opposition lawmakers had urged Tinubu to suspend 2027 political activities and focus on a 6-month ‘National Security and Economic Recovery Plan’, arguing that rising insecurity and economic challenges were pushing Nigeria toward a failed state. The position was backed by parties including the ADC, PDP, SDP, NDC and the Democratic Leadership Alliance, which accused…

‘Nigeria among top global hunger hotspots’ – UN

June 19, 2026June 19, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Warns of famine risk Nigeria has been listed among the world’s most critical hunger hotspots, with the United Nations (UN) warning that some parts could face catastrophic levels of hunger in the coming months if urgent intervention is not provided. The warning is contained in the latest Hunger Hotspots Report jointly released by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP), which identified Nigeria and 12 other countries and territories where food insecurity is expected to worsen between June and November 2026. According to the report…

FG launches FreeTV DTH platform

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Nigerians gain access to 100+ free TV channels …Opens new era for indigenous broadcasters, digital economy projects jobs, content boom Nigeria’s long-awaited Digital Switch-Over (DSO) programme received a major boost yesterday, as the Federal Government officially launched the FreeTV Direct-to-Home (DTH) platform, a nationwide digital television service that will provide Nigerians with access to more than 100 television channels without monthly subscription fees. The launch, held at the headquarters of the Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) in Abuja, marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s transition from analogue to digital broadcasting…

2nd Liberty Symposium: “Vote competence over ethnicity, religion”, Emir Sanusi urges Nigerians

June 17, 2026June 17, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As Ramalan calls for information sovereignty By Aminu Imam Emir of Kano, His Highness Muhammadu Sanusi II, has urged Nigerians to reject religious and ethnic sentiments in choosing political leaders, insisting that competence, integrity and capacity should remain the foremost considerations during elections. Sanusi made the call yesterday, while delivering remarks at the 2nd Liberty Media Group Symposium held at the Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja, with the theme: ‘Re-imagining the North: Media, Productive Power and the Making of the Next Northern Nigeria’. The respected traditional ruler warned that religion alone could…

Re-imagining The North: Liberty Symposium opens today

June 16, 2026June 16, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As Northern leaders gather to chart new future Aminu Imam All roads lead to Abuja today, as policymakers, business leaders, media executives, academics, security experts and development stakeholders converge for the 2nd Liberty Symposium, a high-level gathering aimed at crafting a new development roadmap for Northern Nigeria. The symposium, convened by Liberty Media Group scheduled for today Tuesday, at the iconic Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, is expected to ignite critical conversations on governance, economic transformation, security, constitutional reforms and the strategic role of the media in shaping the region’s future.…

Kaduna And The Future Of Urban Transport

June 15, 2026June 15, 2026 Aminu Imam

Across the world, modern cities are increasingly embracing the concept of multimodal transportation systems, an integrated approach that combines buses, rail, non-motorised mobility and alternative energy transport into one coordinated urban network. From London to Dubai, from Lagos to Kigali, city planners now understand that no single transport system can efficiently serve growing urban populations. Efficient cities depend on interconnected mobility systems that reduce congestion, improve productivity and enhance quality of life. Kaduna is gradually positioning itself within this modern urban thinking. The administration of Governor Uba Sani is determined…