Politics 24

By…… In recent days, Senator Abdulaziz Abubakar Yari has found himself at the centre of a renewed wave of online allegations ranging from claims of involvement in a supposed ₦1.7 trillion financial scandal to viral videos circulated by activist Dan Bello linking him to corruption and illegal gold dealings. While public accountability is essential in any democracy, the pattern emerging around these accusations raises serious concerns about digital misinformation, political targeting, and trial by social media rather than by competent investigative institutions. The ₦1.7 trillion allegation being circulated online is not new. It is part of a series of claims that have appeared repeatedly in different forms across blogs and social media platforms. Some reports link large financial flows and corporate acquisitions to Yari, but these remain unproven allegations without any final judicial conviction or official court ruling confirming wrongdoing. In fact, multiple reports and counter-stateme...

By Abba Anwar When the motorcade of Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, pulled into the ancient city of Kano for the  Energize Commercialization Now  initiative, she wasn't just met with official protocol; she was met with a wall of human energy. At the center of this spectacular reception stood one man:  Ambassador Yusuf Imam Ogan Boye. The visit of the First Lady is always a significant barometer for a leader's popularity, but the mobilization witnessed yesterday transformed a standard official visit into a powerful referendum on leadership and loyalty. While the First Lady came to deploy economic empowerment tools for the North West,  Amb. Ogan Boye  deployed something equally vital: the unshakeable spirit of the Kano youth. Leading thousands of supporters, Ogan Boye demonstrated that his influence isn't just administrative it is deeply personal. The sheer scale of the turnout sent a clear message to the Presidency:  Kano is awake, organized, and rea...

Responding to the directive given by President Bola Tinubu directing all political appointees contesting for positions in the 2027 elections to resign by March 31, 2026, the Senior Special Assistant on Citizenship and Leadership, Honourable Nasir Bala Aminu, popular called Ja'oji, has tendered his resignation letter.  The Presidential directive applies to Ministers, Ministers of State, Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, and other officials appointed by the President, who where appointed to contribute their share in the development of the country.  In the letter, he profoundly thanked the President, for giving him the opportunity to serve his motherland, Nigeria. Emphasizing that, his choice for the two different positions, was informed by President Tinubu's concern for Nigerian youth. And the confidence he (President) reposed in them.  He pledged that, at whatever rate, he is ready to serve his country at any time President Tinubu deems it fit. Adding that, Tinu...

The Coalition of APC Progressive Youths Forum has congratulated Umar Haruna Doguwa on his election as the party’s state chairman. The coalition gave the commendation following what they described as a peaceful and well-organised state congress held at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano. This was contained in a statement issued by the Forum’s Chairman Hon. Sadiq Ali Sango. According to Sango, Doguwa is a seasoned politician with proven track records and strong grassroots mobilisation capacity, which, positions him well to lead the party at this critical time. “We are confident that his experience and commitment to party unity will help strengthen the APC in Kano State,” the statement said. The forum further expressed optimism that Doguwa’s leadership would reposition the party for success in the 2026 elections, adding that his inclusive approach would foster harmony among party members. Hon. Sango also commended Abba Kabir Yusuf for his role in ensuring the successful and peaceful conduct of...

Former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Prof. Hafizu Abubakar, has urged his supporters to remain loyal and obedient to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, Abdullahi Abbas, in the interest of unity and progress within the party. Prof. Hafizu made this call during a meeting with his supporters in Kano, where he stressed that respect for constituted authority and adherence to party leadership are key to building a strong and successful political structure. He advised his followers to put aside personal interests and work collectively under the leadership of the governor and the party chairman, noting that discipline and cooperation would enhance the APC’s chances of achieving its goals in the state. According to him, obedience to party directives and support for recognized leaders would promote internal harmony and prevent unnecessary divisions within the party. The former deputy governor also encouraged his supporters to partici...

  By BALA BATURE KARAMI Stage is set for the Executive Secretary, Kano State History and Culture Bureau, Arc Ahmad Abba Yusuf, for an Award of Excellence, among many selected, screened and chosen, for an Award concerning the protection of our history and culture around Nigerian communities, through established state agencies.  An amalgamated and just infused together spaces, of different platforms under the aegis of Protection of African Culture Forum (PACUF), based in Edo state, reaches an advanced stage for the presentation of Awards of different categories, to some selected and lucky Nigerians, who play important role in promoting and protecting Nigerian history and culture, in the year 2025. Chief Executive Officers of states' history and culture departments or agencies are one of the categories chosen for the proposed Award of Excellence in the area. Kano's Executive Secretary of the History Bureau, Arc Ahmad, is among the top prospective Awardees, for this distinguishing...