Tag: Kaduna State

ICPC charges el-Rufai’s ex-commissioner to court over alleged money laundering

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ICPC drags

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, (ICPC), has charged Nasir el-Rufai’s former Chief of Staff and Finance Commissioner, Muhammad Bashir Sa’idu, to the Federal High Court in Kaduna. Sa’idu was charged along with one Ibrahim Muktar, a public officer ‘in the employment of the Ministry of Finance’, yesterday. According to the charge sheet,  with Reference No: FHC/KD/IC/2025, the defendants are slammed with a 2-count charge bordering on money laundering. This is contrary to earlier claims that Sa’idu had been exonerated of all charges after 10 months of…

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Bandits attack Kaduna Gov.’s aide convoy, injure driver, Police officer

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Kaduna bandits attack

Special Assistant on Political Affairs to the Kaduna State governor, Hon. Rachael Averik, narrowly survived an ambush by suspected bandits in Southern Kaduna. According to reports, the attack occurred  on Thursday, between Tsauni Majidadi and Gani villages  in Sanga local government area, as Averik was returning to Gwantu.  It was gathered that she had attended a condolence visit and commissioned a hospital built by Muhammad Umar Numbu, in Arak Chiefdom earlier in the day.  The gunmen reportedly opened fire on her convoy, leading to a fierce gun battle between the…

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Kaduna: APC warns PDP against ‘assassination’ attempt allegations

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APC warns PDP

AbdulAzeez Ahmed-Kadir The Kaduna State chapter of All-Progressives Congress (APC) has urged  the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to desist from  tarnishing its reputation with unverified claims and unfounded propaganda. In a statement issued by the State Secretary, Yahaya Baba Pate on Friday, the APC advised the PDP to  “strive to fulfil its role as a constructive opposition party”. The statement  was reacting to the alleged assassination attempt of Senator Lawal Adamu Usman, popularly known as Mr. La., who represents Kaduna-Central at the upper legislative chamber of the 10th National Assembly.…

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Kaduna: PDP Senator escapes assassination attempt 

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Mr La

Senator representing the Kaduna-Central senatorial district,  Lawal Adamu Usman, has reportedly survived an assassination attempt in Kaduna-North. The opposition figure and member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) confirmed the incident late on Wednesday via his verified Facebook account. While Senator Usman, popularly known as  Mr. La, elected to the Senate in 2023, did not provide further details about the attack, he expressed his gratitude for surviving the ordeal. In his post, he stated: “I just escaped an assassination attempt by some thugs in Kaduna North”. The incident has raised…

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Tinubu Okays federal university for Southern Kaduna 

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Tinubu Okays

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna, a move aimed at addressing the region’s educational and developmental needs. This decision marks a significant milestone for the region, which has long advocated for greater educational infrastructure. Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who made the announcement, also revealed that discussions are underway to establish a Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan, Kaduna State. These initiatives reflect the federal government’s commitment to improving healthcare and education in underserved areas. Shettima shared these developments over the weekend during a…

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Kaduna: 10 months after ground-breaking,  Gov. Uba Sani commissions 12 projects 

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Gov. Sani commissions projects

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani has commissioned 12 asphaltic roads within Kaduna metropolis, ten months after the ground-breaking of the projects last February. Speaking at the event on Tuesday, the Governor noted that ‘’these completed roads will enhance connectivity and accessibility for residents, farmers, business owners, and other road users in Kaduna and environs”. Governor Uba Sani further said that the new roads “will reduce travel time, enhance security, boost trade and commerce and foster social interaction among our citizens”. He added that ‘’well constructed roads are the backbone of…

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Ishaku Tagwai Sambo is new Chief of Moro’a

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New Chief of Moro'a

AbdulAzeez Ahmed-Kadir Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has approved the appointment of Ishaku Tagwai Sambo as the new Chief of Moro’a, following the demise of His Highness, Malam Tagwai Sambo. An issued press statement, signed by the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Local Government Affairs, Dr. Mahmud Lawal, stated that the appointment is with immediate effect. According to the statement, “all other arrangements for the installation ceremony and presentation of staff of office would be announced in due course. The Governor congratulates the newly appointed Chief for a well deserved appointment…

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Kaduna: Bandits snatch Christmas food items in Kachia

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Bandits snatch

Bandits have stolen food and drinks from a man riding a motorcycle in the Gidan Abe community, located in the Kachia local government area of Kaduna State. According to a community leader, who confirmed the incident to newsmen yesterday, the event occurred on Saturday, around 5:23om, as the man was on his way to Gidan Abe village after purchasing a bag of rice, drinks, and condiments for Christmas at Katari. A group of bandits on motorcycles reportedly blocked his path and seized the items. According to the community leader, the…

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Kaduna: Court stops customs from seizing imported rice in markets, seaports

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Court bars Customs

The Court of Appeal, Kaduna division, has ruled that the Nigeria Customs Service, (NCS), has no Constitutional right to confiscate imported rice in open markets. The court gave the order while delivering judgement in an appeal filed by the NCS against the judgment of the Federal High Court, Kaduna, which discharged and acquitted one Suleiman Mohammed of a 2-count charge on the importation of foreign goods. Nigeria. In the judgement, delivered by the three-member panel led by Justice Ntong Ntong, the court also ordered the NCS  to release 613 bags…

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Kaduna: Gov begins rebuild of 187-yr-old Zaria mosque

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Uba Sani begins rebuild

Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has flagged off the rebuilding of the 187-year-old Zaria Central Mosque, which collapsed in August 2023, resulting in the loss of no fewer than six lives and injuring 10 others. Recall that a section of the 187-year-old mosque collapsed around 4 pm on Friday, August 11, 2023, while worshippers were praying. The groundbreaking ceremony on Sunday marked the beginning of the reconstruction project. Speaking at the event, Sani expressed gratitude to those who donated generously, particularly Alhaji AbdulSamad Rabiu, who was the Chief Launcher.…

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