The lingering crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a potentially decisive turn as Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, openly signaled a possible exit from the party, raising fresh concerns about the opposition’s stability ahead of the 2027 general elections. The governor’s position emerged following a high-level closed-door meeting at the Presidential Lodge in Bauchi with a delegation of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir David Lawal. The visit, political observers say, may mark the beginning of a significant realignment within Nigeria’s opposition landscape. Governor Mohammed disclosed…
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The University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) has launched a renewed enforcement drive targeting vehicles with tinted glasses and concealed number plates on its campus, citing escalating security concerns. The directive, released by the university’s Security Division, follows the 137th meeting of the Top Management Committee, where officials expressed frustration over repeated violations of the existing ban on such vehicles. In an internal memorandum, the Chief Security Officer, Major Abiya Mohammed (Rtd.), issued a one-week grace period for vehicle owners to remove tinted glass and ensure that number plates are fully visible. “Compliance within the grace period is crucial,” the notice stated.…
Governors of the nineteen Northern states have reaffirmed their resolve to confront ongoing security challenges and fast-track socio-economic development across the region. The decision was reached on Monday at a meeting of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) held at the Gombe State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja. In a communiqué issued after the meeting, the Forum, chaired by Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, reiterated its support for the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu and ongoing federal efforts to address evolving security threats across the country. The governors emphasized that peace and stability remain critical to development in Northern…
Itsekiri youths, under the aegis of the Itsekiri Youths for Good Governance (IYGG), have called on Prince Collins Oritsetimeyin Edema to contest the Delta South Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. The call was contained in a statement jointly signed by the Delta South Coordinator and Secretary of the group, Sam Oki Metsh and George Omatsuli, following what they described as a strategic leadership meeting. According to the group, Edema’s leadership credentials and track record in both the private sector and community service position him as a suitable candidate to represent the senatorial district at the National Assembly. “Delta…
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has approved the immediate dissolution of the Borno State Executive Council, effectively ending the tenure of all serving commissioners in Borno State. The decision, announced in an official statement, is seen as part of strategic preparations for the 2026 general elections. According to the governor, the move is intended to provide a level playing field for council members who may wish to contest elective positions. Governor Zulum directed all affected commissioners to hand over the affairs of their respective ministries to Permanent Secretaries on or before Friday, April 3, 2026, to ensure continuity in governance and…
For many pregnant women in rural communities of Kwami Local Government Area in Gombe State, reaching a health facility during emergencies has often been a race against time—complicated by distance, poor roads, and lack of transport.But that reality is gradually changing At a recent community sensitization held in Malam Sidi, hope came alive as expectant mothers gathered to learn about the Save Mama Initiative, a Federal Government-backed programme designed to provide free emergency transport for pregnant women and newborns. The sensitization, organized by the National Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (NEMSAS), is part of efforts to improve maternal and…
The Edo State Police Command has arrested four suspected cultists and recovered firearms during a late-night operation in Uromi, in a continued crackdown on violent crime across the state. According to a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, the operation was carried out in the early hours of March 24, 2026, following credible intelligence. Police operatives reportedly stormed identified locations at about 2:00 a.m., leading to the arrest of four suspects: Solomon Oboigbe (27), Fidelis Omale (26), Julius Oseyomon (64), and Abraham Erumosele Momo (54), all residents of different quarters within Uromi. During the operation, officers recovered four…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Sunday visited Ngoshe, a community about 40 kilometres from Gwoza, to assess the extent of destruction caused by recent Boko Haram attacks. The visit forms part of a two-day confidence and resilience-building tour to affected communities in Ngoshe and Pulka. During the visit, the governor disbursed cash and relief materials to over 30,000 victims impacted by the attacks. Speaking to journalists after inspecting the area, Zulum described the devastation as both shocking and heartbreaking. “It is saddening to see this kind of devastation. In recent times, I have not witnessed such destruction. It…
A cloud of uncertainty hangs over the killing of a young man, Abdulrahman Mustapha, in Maiduguri, as conflicting narratives emerge between public accounts and military authorities, raising broader concerns about civilian safety in Nigeria’s conflict-affected North-East. The incident, which reportedly occurred late on March 22 near the Federal High Court along the Polo axis, has triggered widespread debate following social media claims that Mustapha—also known as Abchin—was shot by troops while unarmed and returning from a Sallah visit. In the days following the incident, calls for justice intensified. Civil society voices and online commentators have demanded an independent investigation, with…
The Edo State Government has reiterated its commitment to delivering high-quality and durable road infrastructure across the state, assuring residents of timely completion of ongoing projects. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Projects Monitoring and Implementation, Phoebe Williams-Bello, gave the assurance during a three-day inspection tour of road projects in Edo Central and Edo North Senatorial Districts. Addressing journalists in Edo Central, Williams-Bello expressed satisfaction with the pace and standard of work observed, while urging contractors to sustain their momentum. She also commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for prioritising infrastructure development and ensuring prompt payments to contractors, a move she…