Politics 24

   By Dr. Usman Suleiman Sarki Law and order are the bedrock of harmonious living in every human society.  This necessitated the establishment of judicial system responsible for the enforcement of law and order as well as the settlement of disputes between parties.  One most important organ of the judiciary is the Court that determines cases brought before it using appropriate legal procedures. In an effort to ensure the proper discharge of its duties, the court gives order(s) to individuals, group, organizations/institutions and state mandating them to refrain or undertake an action before or after judgement. In line with the above, a federal high court sitting in Kano received a petition seeking for its intervention on matters relating Kano Emirate Crisis as the state House of Assembly passed a bill for the dissolution of the Five Emirates in the state where the court gives an order restraining the Kano state Governor from assenting a bill into and implementing the...

By Sule Sani Sule   Senator Barau I Jibril, popularly known as Maliya, is a distinguished gentleman with philanthropic attributes. He's a kingmaker in the National Assembly and a prominent Northern politician with sound track records. Mr. Barau boasts exceptional leadership skills and humanitarian activities. Notably, he's the only individual to have served as a Member of the House of Representatives and Senator representing different Local Governments. His survival in the last general election was a testament to his capacity and political expertise, despite the challenges posed by then-governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and the opposition NNPP. As a pillar of the APC G7 movement, Barau's strength sustained the movement, giving the governor a tough time. Now, Senator Barau is strategizing a move to the Kano State Governorship seat. However, his early declaration may be a miscalculation, making him a target. A silent, underground approach may be more effective. To succeed, Sena...

By Sule Sani Sule  As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 presidential elections, one name stands out as a beacon of hope for ethical leadership: Ibrahim Shekarau. From humble beginnings as a classroom teacher to becoming the Chief Security Officer of Kano State as its governor, Shekarau's exceptional leadership qualities make him an outstanding candidate. Shekarau's reputation as an honest, selfless, and principled individual precedes him. His dedication to public service is evident in his actions, such as repairing school chairs with his own salary ¹. As a teacher, he was posted to schools with disciplinary issues, where his revolutionary approach and iconoclastic thinking inspired hope. As Kano State Governor from 2003 to 2011, Shekarau demonstrated unwavering commitment to justice and fairness. Despite opposition, he upheld the constitutional right of the Chairman of the State Electoral Board to complete his tenure ¹. He also paid benefits to former members of the house of assemb...

By Sule Sani Sule The Department of Political Science Ahmadu Bello University Celebrates a Milestone. Today, 26th September 2024, marks a significant milestone in the annals of Ahmadu Bello University as the 540th Senate Meeting announces the promotion of trailblazing scholar, Rahanatu Lawal, to the esteemed rank of Professor. In an extraordinary leap towards academic brilliance and a triumph for gender equality, the Senate of Ahmadu Bello University has inscribed an unforgettable chapter in its chronicles during its 540th assembly. It fills us with immense joy as we honor the well-earned ascension of Dr. Rahanatu Lawal to the prestigious rank of Professor of Political Science.  Professor Rahanatu Lawal’s ascent to this summit is profoundly historic, not only as the trailblazing Female Head of the Department but also as the first female academic to rise from Graduate Assistant to Professorship within the Department of Political Science and International Studies at Ahmadu Bello Univ...

  By Abba Anwar  As I flipped through the pages of the Daily Trust Newspaper on Monday, September 23, 2024, a paid advert caught my attention. The Consulate General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Nigeria rejoiced with King Salman Bin Abdul'Aziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Muhammad Bin Salman Al-Saud, and the people of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of the Kingdom's 94th National Day. The historical account of Saudi Arabia's National Day, which began under King Abdul'Aziz Bin Abdurrahman Al-Saud, fascinated me. However, what truly captured my interest was the Kingdom's bold strides in socio-economic development, positioning itself as a key player in the global arena. Saudi Arabia's determination to become an active member of the G20 Industrial Growth and Digitization is commendable. The upcoming Saudi Infrastructure Summit aims to bring public and private stakeholders together to collaborate and discuss challenges in delivering infrastructure. The Kingdom...

    Former deputy governorship candidate in Kano State, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo has joined Muslim faithful in Nigeria to mark the Eid-el-Maulud. 12 Rabi Ul Awwal is the date on which Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was born and it's celebrated by Muslims across the globe, as Islamic school children read and sing to celebrate his virtues. Murtala Sule Garo urged all Muslims to use the occasion to reflect on the virtues of Islam as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW), including showing love for one’s neighbour, patience, honesty, empathy, kindness and generosity, etc. Garo sympathized with Nigeria over the high cost of living in the country. He said the primary responsibility of every government is the protection of life and property, urging leaders at all levels to come up with urgent interventions to ease the suffering in their states and the country at large. Garo said, “Economic policies that will ensure material well-being of the poor, vulnerable as well as working peopl...

  By Suhaib Auwal Ambassador Yusuf Imam Ogan Boye, the Nasarawa Local Government Chairman candidate, under New Nigeria People's Party NNPP, has issued a stern warning to his supporters and followers, urging them to refrain from drug abuse and maintain discipline during campaign rallies.  He emphasized that his campaign will not tolerate any form of indiscipline or illicit behavior, as he seeks to foster an environment of peace and responsibility. Addressing a large crowd of enthusiastic supporters at his campaign office, Ogan Boye passionately expressed his desire to see young people in his constituency succeed.  "I am desperate to see the teeming youth succeed," Ogan Boye stated.  "I will do everything possible to help them achieve their goals, but it begins with discipline and making the right choices." He further urged his supporters to help conduct peaceful campaigns, ensuring that their actions would not only reflect well on the campaign but also benefit th...