Bayero University, Kano (BUK), mourns Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega, wife of former INEC Chairman Professor Attahiru Jega. The university confirmed her passing in a heartfelt statement. Professor Attahiru Jega, renowned election umpire and ex-BUK Vice-Chancellor, receives nationwide condolences. Hajiya Hadiza supported his stellar career in academia and national service quietly. BUK Hails Hajiya Hadiza’s Education, Community Contributions BUK praised her enduring contributions to education and community. Flags fly at half-mast; prayers scheduled across Kano for her peaceful repose. Tributes pour in from political leaders, academics, honoring her grace. Family requests privacy amid grief; legacy of dignity lives on eternally. According…
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The 2nd substantive council meeting of ADC Non-Indigene Jigawa State convened on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Held at Asokoro, Dutse, it drew key stakeholders from across Jigawa. Attendees discussed pressing non-indigene issues, strategies, and community integration. The event underscored ADC’s commitment to unity and advocacy in Jigawa State, Nigeria, fostering productive dialogue. ADC Meeting Draws Directors, Executives, LGA Coordinators According reports, the meeting which comprises the stakeholders (Directors), the state executive officers, the local government coordinators. Ward leaders and polling unit coordinators monitor the wing’s progress across all areas. Jigawa State Chairman Barr. C.K. Udeoba chaired the meeting. ADC Non-Indigene…
ADC non-indigenes in Jigawa State blasted INEC’s “tyrannical” delisting of party leadership April 2, 2026. They decried it as undemocratic overreach stifling internal democratic processes ruthlessly. This move disenfranchises loyal members, they roared, demanding immediate reinstatement now. INEC’s bias favors factions, eroding electoral fairness ahead of crucial polls. Jigawa ADC Vows Protests Against INEC Overreach Jigawa chapter vows resistance, rallying nationwide support against INEC’s power grab. Reinstatement or protests loom, safeguarding ADC’s unity and voter choice integrity. ADC Non-Indigenes Jigawa State, voicing diverse community interests within African Democratic Congress, fiercely condemns INEC. This prominent wing rejects the electoral body’s overreach…
EFCC urged Abuja’s Federal High Court for permanent forfeiture of 57 properties. These assets link directly to ex-AGF Abubakar Malami (SAN), fueling corruption recovery efforts. The move targets alleged illicit gains from his Justice Minister tenure. Commission seeks federal ownership, aiming to reclaim public funds through decisive judicial action. EFCC Motion: Okutepa, Iheanacho Seek Malami Forfeiture The anti-graft agency made the request through a motion on notice filed by its legal team led by Jibrin Okutepa (SAN) and Ekele Iheanacho (SAN) before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik. The motion, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/20/2026, lists Abubakar Malami alongside several individuals and companies as respondents in…
Lagos State Government sealed another Access Bank branch Thursday over grave environmental violations. Officials discovered untreated waste discharged directly into public drainage systems nearby. This action follows repeated warnings ignored by the bank, prioritizing profits over compliance. Authorities vow stricter enforcement to protect Lagos environments from corporate pollution. Wahab Discloses Access Bank Sealing Thursday Statement The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. He explained that the enforcement was carried out by the Lagos State Wastewater Management Office following a whistleblower report. Lagos officials shut Access Bank’s Land Bridge Avenue branch…
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) and Aare Ona Kakanfo Gani Adams warned on Thursday that Nigeria risks one presidential candidate in 2027. They cited ongoing judicial interference in party affairs as the key threat. If courts keep meddling in internal political matters, opposition voices could vanish, they argued. Judicial Meddling Undermines 2027 Election Democracy This undermines democracy ahead of the general election, urging judicial restraint now political parties They spoke at the fifth Comrade Yinka Odumakin Memorial Lecture held at the Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos. The event drew prominent activists and labour leaders, creating a powerful gathering of voices.…
Blord, whose real name is Linus Williams Ifejirika, a prominent Nigerian crypto entrepreneur and CEO of Blord Group, faces fresh legal troubles stemming from a prolonged feud with social media activist Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). Their rivalry ignited in October 2025 during a China business trip meant to source affordable goods for Nigerian entrepreneurs. VDM Accuses Blord of Fraud, Inflated Prices, Sparking Clashes VDM accused Blord of fraud, including inflated prices on phones and cars, sparking heated social media clashes, petitions to authorities, and even Blord’s Instagram account going offline briefly. The conflict escalated in early 2026. In…
Nigeria’s Quadri Aruna exited the ITTF World Cup after Sora Matsushima beat him in straight sets during Group 6’s final match. The defeat at Galaxy Arena in Macao ended Aruna’s campaign, highlighting Matsushima’s dominance in the high-stakes encounter. Aruna Outplayed by World No. 8 in 3-0 Rout Needing victory to keep his hopes alive following an opening defeat, Quadri Aruna was outplayed by the world number eight, who sealed a 3-0 win in just 17 minutes and 35 seconds. Matsushima took the game 12-10, 11-3, 11-5, dominating from start to finish and closing off any route to the knockout stage…
Kogi State Works Commissioner Mohammed Ahovi Yusuf resigned, citing personal reasons for his sudden exit from the key infrastructure role. His departure raises questions about state projects and leadership stability amid ongoing political shifts in the region. Commissioner Submits Resignation Letter to Ododo via SSG Reports confirm Commissioner submitted resignation letter to Governor Ododo through Kogi’s SSG. Authorities appointed Ahovi on February 5, 2024; he served over a year. In his resignation message, he thanked leaders for the chance to serve Kogi and drive state development. He expressed pride in spearheading infrastructure projects that directly benefit Kogi residents and enhance…
Alwan Hassan, an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, declared that the party suffered a massive blow from former Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso’s defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). He emphasized this loss weakens APC’s northern stronghold, urging leaders to strategize against further high-profile exits amid rising political realignments. Hassan: APC Loss on Arise TV Tuesday Hassan stated this on Tuesday during a live appearance in an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time.’ APC chieftain Alwan Hassan says the party faces huge losses after ex-Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). This move signals trouble for…