People&Politics

By Okerafor Athanasius, Jalingo A socio-cultural group in Taraba State which is under the aegis of Takum Chamba Socio-cultural Development Association, has applauded the pronouncements made by the Appeal Court over a chieftaincy dispute in Takum Local Government Area (LGA). The socio-cultural group said the court's decision to order a retrial of the appeal filed by the Kuteb against the Taraba state government and the Chamba ruling clan of Takum,was a welcome development. The group through a press statement issued to journalists in Jalingo, the state capital, by its spokesperson, Sawariga Dauda, lauded the decision made on March 5, 2025,…

By Sam Tyav, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has appealed to the people of Kwande Local Government Area (LGA), particularly the women who have taken to the streets to register their grievances about the security situation in the LGA, to remain calm as his government works unrelentingly to bring peace to the area. A statement by Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the governor, Tersoo Kula, said the governor expressed worry over the incessant attacks on Kwande communities by armed herders and wondered why Kwande and Ukum have received the attention of these attackers now that relative peace is…

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna The family of Elder Jatau Danladi Bako has announced his passing on. The family said he died in the early hours of Friday, March 7, 2025, in Kwoi, Jaba Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State. Details surrounding his death remained unclear as of press time, but the news has sent shockwaves through the community and among those who knew him. Elder Bako was a revered figure known for his unwavering faith, wisdom, and dedication to his family and society,the family noted, adding that the passing on marks the end of an era for many who…

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna Suspected bandits have again abducted six persons, including a relation of the Bishop of Sokoto Catholic Archdiocese, Bishop Hassan Kukah. They were kidnapped from Anchuna village, Ikulu Chiefdom, Zangon Kataf Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State,North-West Nigeria. The abduction which occurred last Wednesday night, according to a local source, has sparked apprehension in the area. Recall that Yohanna Kukah, the paramount ruler of Ikulu Kingdom and brother to Bishop Kukah, was also kidnapped on January 2, 2018 at his residence in Anchuna village, but regained freedom after spending nine days in the kidnappers' den. In…

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan A federal lawmaker, Representative Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, has raised the alarm that armed herdsmen have invaded Ogunmakin, Gambari Reserve, and surrounding communities within the Oluyole federal constituency (her constituency) in Oyo State. The lawmaker spoke at the weekend in Abuja, alleging further that the herdsmen had embarked on a destruction spree of farm produce, intimidating local farmers, and using weapons such as guns and cutlasses to instil fear in Ogunmakin residents. Her media aide, Olamilekan Olusada, on Saturday, March 8, quoted Rep Akande-Sadipe as saying that this had jeopardised the livelihood of farmers, exacerbating the economic crises…

By Sam Tyav, Makurdi Paramount ruler of the Idoma nation, the Och'Idoma, Chief John Elaigwu, has called on leaders in various areas to acquire necessary skills in digitalization for better governance in Benue State, North-Central Nigeria. Speaking in his palace in Otukpo while receiving the management team of Benue Public Service Institute, the Och'Idoma noted that digitalization should start with leaders who would in turn train others. "Digitalization must start from the head down the ladder. Leaders have to be trained so that when memos or application are sent, they should be able to act on it on time," he…

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna The new transport system being introduced by the Governor Uba Sani administration in Kaduna State is designed to modernize public transportation, decongest city roads, and enhance overall quality of life for residents of the North-Western state of Nigeria. The project will also introduce a 24-km dedicated transit corridor from Kawo Bridge to Sabon Tasha, with well-structured bus stations and shelters strategically placed along the route. These were disclosed at a media briefing kick-starting the Kaduna Bus Rapid Transit (KBRT) project. Lagos State is renowned nationwide for its relatively successful BRT system. The briefing, titled: 'Governor Uba…

By Rosemary Ameh, Sokoto Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) of Sokoto State University (SSU) has announced the suspension of its indefinite strike. The decision was made after a congress held on Thursday where the ASUU members reviewed the outcome of a conciliation meeting between the state government and ASUU leadership. ASUU SSU Chairperson, Saidu Abubakar, and Secretary, Hassan Aliyu, stated that following thorough discussions on the government’s proposal, its members voted to suspend the strike. The Union said the National Executive Council (NEC) of ASUU subsequently granted approval for the action, allowing academic activities to resume without delay. “All…