Politics 24

  By Suhaib Auwal  His Excellency, Alhaji Abdulsalam Abdulkareem Zaura, has received delegations from two media support groups who paid him courtesy visits in Abuja, reaffirming their loyalty to his ideology and pledging continued support for his political vision and commitment to the development of Kano State. The first delegation was from the AA Zaura Media Forum, led by Aminu Black Gwale. During the visit, members of the forum reiterated their firm belief in the principles and policies of AA Zaura, describing his leadership style as people-oriented and focused on inclusive development. They assured him of their total support as he continues his political journey aimed at improving the lives of the people of Kano State. In a similar engagement, Alhaji Abdulsalam Abdulkareem Zaura also hosted leaders of the Tsaya da Kafarka Media Forum, led by Sani Makale.  Discussions at the meeting centered on the political landscape of Kano State and the need to strengthen unity among...

  ​By Ado Isa Jagaba ​The persistent turmoil within the Kano State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has, once again, starkly exposed the deep-seated faultlines dividing the party. Yet, amidst this chaos, a quieter but far more instructive story is unfolding—the dignified restrain and profound political maturity demonstrated by the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, CFR, in the face of sustained internal betrayal. ​In 2021, during the crucial APC State Congress, Senator Barau, then a serving Senator and Chairman of the powerful Senate Committee on Appropriations, was systematically denied any meaningful influence. He was refused even an ex-officio slot at the ward, local-government, and state levels. Furthermore, his known allies were barred from serving as supervisory councillors, political advisers, or special assistants, with any identified supporter being ruthlessly sidelined. ​However, instead of engaging in public retaliation or fueling the interna...

By Dr Usman Sarki Madobi In an era when public trust in political leadership often fluctuates, the example set by Deputy Senate President Barau Jibril stands out as a refreshing demonstration of what progressive politics entails. His approach to governance and representation reflects a blend of humility, inclusiveness, and unwavering dedication to the public good showcasing the qualities that have earned him admiration across party lines and among citizens who yearn for purposeful representation. Today, DSP Barau Jibril became a treasure in the political arena of Kano state and the country at large. His politics, representation and leadership style has made him a distinguished politian worth of supporting for every elective position both at state and national levels. At the heart of Senator Barau Jibril’s political philosophy is selfless service. His actions consistently demonstrate a commitment to the welfare of his constituents and the nation above personal or political gain. This pe...

The Association of Former Local Government Chairmen in Kano State (ALGON Integrity Group) has called on members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to remain focused and united, stressing that this is not the right time to endorse any governorship aspirant ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking through its Chairman and former Kumbotso LGA boss, Hassan Garban Kauye Farawa, the group cautioned party stakeholders against actions capable of creating division within the APC. Farawa said the party must prioritize strengthening its internal structures and consolidating its support base, especially as Kano remains a strategic political battleground. Farawa dismissed reports alleging that former LG chairmen had endorsed the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, for the 2027 governorship race. He described the claims as misleading and capable of causing unnecessary tension within the party. According to him, the focus of every committed APC stakeholder at this stage sho...

By Umar Haruna Doguwa It baffles me to read the recent press statement by one Muhammad Garba, chief of staff to the removed APC Acting National Chairman making several false allegations on the credible Abba-led administration’s 2025 budget performance. Generally, the claims are selective, politically motivated and a mere renting of a dismissed politician on exile that omit critical facts about the sad realities inherited by the current government from the disgraced Ganduje’s administration and the progress made within this short period under review. 1. Selective Interpretation of Budget Performance It is misleading to evaluate capital budget performance for January–September without acknowledging the following realities: • Budget releases are phased, not done in a single cycle. • Many capital projects took off fully only in Q3 and Q4, so judging performance before the completion of the fiscal year presents a distorted picture. 2. Water Sector: Facts Ignored While Garba points to a 13% ...

By Suhaib Auwal  The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has taken a historic step forward with the introduction of a comprehensive five-year implementation framework designed to strengthen inclusive basic education across Nigeria. While the initiative itself is widely celebrated, it is impossible to overlook the remarkable leader driving this transformative agenda, Dr. Aisha Garba, the Executive Secretary of UBEC. Across the education community, her name has become synonymous with foresight, diligence, integrity, and quiet but powerful leadership. Dr. Aisha Garba is redefining what it means to lead a critical national institution: achieving profound change without noise, without theatrics, and without self-promotion. Her results speak louder than words ever could. From the moment she assumed office, Dr. Garba has demonstrated a deep understanding of the complex realities facing Nigeria’s basic education sector. Her approach has always been strategic, humane, and grounded i...

By Suhaib Auwal   The Tinubu‑AA Zaura Project 2027 has commended Abdussalam Abdulkarim Zaura (popularly “AA Zaura”) and his Foundation for their bold and timely initiative to rehabilitate vulnerable youths across Northern Nigeria. In a statement issued in Kano, the project coordinator, Hon. Sadiq Ali Sango, lauded the Foundation’s partnership with the international humanitarian group Sadakatasi as a “turning point in the fight against youth disillusionment, street‑connectedness, and substance abuse.” The collaboration, announced recently in Istanbul, is designed to support the Foundation’s flagship “Streets to Straight” project, aimed at rehabilitating socially displaced adolescents, drug‑dependent youths, and former gang members. Sango emphasized that aligning the Tinubu‑AA Zaura Project 2027 with “Streets to Straight” is a strategic move to reinforce the broader national agenda of social reformation and youth empowerment under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Accord...