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Banditry: El-rufai makes fresh allegations against Gov Sani, NSA

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has made strong accusations against his successor, Governor Uba Sani, and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu. He claims that their approach to handling security issues in Kaduna is making bandits more powerful. The allegations started after an X user, @realYusufTukur, shared news about a recent kidnapping […]

Northern governors divided over dialogue, kinetic options

Banditry has been a major problem in northern Nigeria, especially in states like Kaduna, Zamfara, Kebbi, and Sokoto. The violence, including kidnappings and killings, has forced state governors to look for ways to end the chaos. However, these leaders are divided on how to solve the problem. In Kaduna, Governor Uba Sani has taken a […]

I Now Feed From Renting Out My House In Kaduna — Buhari

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has shared an interesting detail about his life after leaving office. He revealed that to help cover his living expenses, he now rents out one of his houses in Kaduna. Buhari made this statement at an All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus meeting held at the Presidential Banquet Hall in Katsina State. […]

Gov Sani’s inclusivity has stabilized Kaduna – ECWA President

Governor Uba Sani’s leadership in Kaduna State has brought much-needed stability, according to Rev. Dr. Ayuba Malam Job Bagat, the President of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA). During a recent visit to the governor, Rev. Bagat commended Sani for his inclusive approach to governance and his efforts to improve security in the state. Rev. […]

ICPC To Arraign Three El-Rufai Ex-Appointees Over Alleged ₦64 Million Fraud Today

On January 17, 2025, three former officials of Nasir El-Rufai’s government in Kaduna will be arraigned in court over a ₦64 million fraud case. The accused are Lawal Adebisi, the former Senior Special Adviser/Counsellor to the governor; Umar Waziri, the former Accountant General; and Yusuf Inuwa, the former Finance Commissioner. They are accused of conspiring […]

Alleged corruption: ICPC charges El-Rufai’s ex-Chief of Staff, Saidu to court

Muhammad Bashir Saidu, the former Chief of Staff to ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has been charged with money laundering. The charges were filed against him by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in the Federal High Court in Kaduna on Tuesday. Saidu, who also served as the Commissioner for Finance […]

Four Kidnapped Children Released After N25m Ransom Demand in Kaduna

In Kaduna State, Governor Uba Sani has announced the release of four children who were kidnapped in Keke Millennium City, Chikun Local Government Area. The children were taken while their father visited his wife in the hospital, where she was caring for their twins. Initially, the kidnappers demanded 300 million Naira, but later lowered the […]

Peter Obi Applauds NNPC for Revamping Port Harcourt & Kaduna Refineries

Peter Obi, a prominent Nigerian politician, has congratulated the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) for successfully revamping the Port Harcourt refinery. This revitalization, which brings the refinery back into operation, has a capacity to produce 60,000 barrels of crude oil per day. Around 200 trucks will be able to load products from the refinery daily, […]

Kaduna Revenue Agency Closes Banks, Chicken Republic, and Other Businesses Over Unpaid Taxes

In a dramatic move aimed at enforcing tax compliance, the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) recently sealed off multiple businesses, including banks, restaurants, and hotels, for failing to pay Land Use Taxes. This bold action comes after a long period of non-payment, with tax liabilities totaling over N100 billion. The businesses affected by this […]