15-year-old herder chops off farmer’s hand in Bauchi

The suspect was allegedly in the habit of directing cattle into the farmer’s land.

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A 15-year-old herder, Adamu Ibrahim, allegedly cut off a farmer’s left hand during an altercation between the two on Saturday in Bauchi State

The incident occurred at Jital village along Gombe Road. The herder allegedly directed cattle into the farmer’s rice farm.

According to the police, after the herder trespassed into the farm, a fight ensued, which led to the amputation of the farmer’s hand.

PREMIUM TIMES gathered that the herder was later arrested by the police.

The victim was rushed to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) Bauchi, where he is currently receiving treatment.

Address The Marginalization In Your Cabinets Rev. Azzaman Tasks President, Gov. Uba Sani
 
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Popular Christian cleric Rev. David Ayuba Azzaman has spoken out for the first time on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ministerial appointments as well as Governor Uba Sani’s political appointments.
 
Rev.Azzaman said President Tinubu’s appointments are full of kudos as well as knocks. Citing Benue as an example, the cleric added that some of the appointments were lopsided.
 
” As in the case of Benue, the Secretary to the Federal Government is a Tiv man, the minister from Benue State is also a Tiv man.
There are other tribes such as the Idomas and the Igedes; at least the President should have picked an Idoma or Igede for ministerial appointment for the sale of equity.
 
The Rev. also urged Tinubu to consider appointing a Christian from Kaduna State as a minister, adding that Christians in Kaduna were being shortchanged.
 
“In a state of about 10 million, Christians are about 5 million, yet the Governor, the Deputy, and over ninety percent of the Commissioners are Muslims; it would amount to deliberate marginalization if you don’t appoint a Christian.
 
The President should understand that he is now the President of all Nigerians and not the President of Muslims or the All Progressive Congress.
 
 
Azzaman also urged Governor Uba Sani to be fair to Christians as he goes about constituting his cabinet.
 
Speaking on other appointments made by Tinubu, the fiery critic commended Tinubu for appointing Nyesom Wike as Minister for the Federal Capital Territory, adding that it is a right peg in a round hole.
He observed that most of the president’s appointments are technocrats who fit into the president’s agenda.
 
Rev.Azzaman also praised Tinubu for not appointing former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasiru El Rufai, into his cabinet, adding that Tinubu should go a step further and arrest the former Governor for being complicit in the killings that had engulfed the state during his tenure.

JUST IN: Appeal Court Sacks Abure, affirms Apapa as LP National Chairman

…Orders INEC to recognise Apapa-led NWC governorship candidates

The Court of Appeal in Owerri, Imo State, on Thursday, sacked Julius Abure, and recognised Lamido Apapa as the National Chairman of the Labour Party.

The court also ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission to immediately recognise and publish the names of all the governorship candidates produced by the Apapa-led National Working Committee in Imo, Bayelsa, and Kogi states.

The court also dismissed the gubernatorial candidature of Senator Athan Achonu of Imo state, and others belonging to the Abure-led LP faction.

More details to follow….

Source: Punch Newspaper 

A Socio-political group, Arewa New Agenda(ANA), has reiterated its dedication to support the newly appointed Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar.

The chairman of the group, Sen. Ahmad Abubakar MoAllahyidi, conveyed this in a press briefing with journalists in Abuja, on Thursday.

ANA envisions a Nigeria where the north thrives, possesses vibrancy, and assumes responsibility for its destiny.

As ministers embark on their governance challenges, ANA expressed dismay at the unjust criticisms some have faced, cloaked in religious and ethnic disguises, even before they’ve settled into their roles.

MoAllahyidi said: “H.E. Mohammed Abubakar Badaru, the newly appointed Minister of Defense, was singled out for such unjustified attacks”.

“Badaru’s eight-year tenure as Jigawa State’s Governor was an exemplary record of ensuring safety, peace, and coexistence despite the state’s geographical vulnerabilities”.

“Despite being a state neighboring insecure countries and states, jigawa is on of the few states in the north that has never had the insuring issue”

“The association found it fitting for him to lead the Ministry of Defense, given his history of safeguarding territorial integrity”.

“Badaru’s successful track record in both public and private spheres underscores his competence for this role”.

ANA emphasized the cultural and traditional imperative of supporting and respecting leadership, dismissing any calls for Badaru’s dismissal as premature and unfounded.

Meanwhile, MoAllahyidi said: “ANA is resolute in its pledge to foster social harmony and peaceful coexistence as Nigeria continues its journey toward national improvement”

“Undoubtedly, Nigeria is grappling with some of its most trying times in the path to nationhood. The demand for forward-thinking ministers capable of harnessing both human and material resources to enhance the lives of citizens has never been more critical”.

“While this is a nationwide need, the north, for undeniable reasons, requires these ministers even more”.

“ANA places great significance on how the forthcoming presidency of Tinubu addresses the twin challenges of insecurity and economic instability”.

“However, it’s vital to acknowledge that these concerns aren’t the only ones afflicting the nation”.

ANA congratulated the 45 recently sworn-in ministers and urged them to strive for distinctiveness. This appointment presents a fresh opportunity to drive socio-economic progress, and the association condemned any lavish displays of office privileges amid the country’s economic struggles.

However, ANA called to ministers from the northern region to work diligently for the betterment of both the north and Nigeria as a whole.

The association emphasized the need to prioritize the collective vision over personal interests, echoing the overarching goals set forth by the President.

ANA stressed the importance of ministers engaging with the people to comprehend their aspirations and incorporate these into President Tinubu’s government agenda.

Breaking: Group Hails Tinubu for Making Badaru Defence Minister 

A group under the auspices of Northwest Progressives Forum(NPF) has lent its weight behind the choice of former Jigawa State Governor, Mohammed Badaru as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, saying President Bola Tinubu made an informed choice.

Addressing a Press Conference in Kaduna on Wednesday, the group’s Director of Strategic Communications, Adamu Isa said notwithstanding the mixed reactions that followed Badaru’s choice as Defence Minister, President Tinubu deserves commendation, given the new Minister’s trajectory.

“As Governor of Jigawa State, he received Security Report every morning as the first item on his official menu. This was moreso because the Chief Security Officer of Jigawa State. He cannot therefore be said to be a novice in modern governance and related issues of safety and security of citizens. Jigawa State today, is one of the most peaceful States in Nigeria”, the group argued.

Turning to the narrative that the new Minister may find the job hard without being a train as a soldier, the group declared: ” Those who are suddenly peddling the narrative that the Minister has no military training are merely out to distract attention because a Nigerian Minister’s role is coordination of the activities of core professionals under his supervision.

“We recall that another former governor from the Northwest, Engr(Dr) Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso held the same portfolio  of Defence Minister and performed effectively and efficiently. This was moreso because being a Minister is no rocket science”, Adamu argued.

The group expressed excitement over what it describes as news reports that “the new Minister of Defence has immediately swing into action as he is already assembling a team of experts to assist him in the discharge of this important assignment.”

Adamu explained that the effort by Badaru to assemble a team of experts was a proof that the man knows his focus and ” the correct team composition for effective and efficient delivery of his duties”.

The NPF also said ” His Excellency Badaru is not new to the critical details of National Defence Policy, the guiding norm of the entire Defence Ministry”.

They gave a list of the essential elements of the country’s National Defence Policy as follows:-

•Maintaining men of the Nigerian Armed Forces in a state of combat readiness on land, sea and air.

•Maintaining a proper balance in arms and men to meet the needs of internal and external security;

•Making provision for the welfare of the men of the Armed Forces in terms of training, accommodation, health care and other benefits aimed at boosting their morale.

•Enhancing the capability and sophistication of the country’s Defence Industries in order to reduce the country’s dependence on foreign sources of supply.

•Ensuring security in the African continent by the promotion of a collective defence system through bilateral, sub-regional and continental co-operation to ward off external aggression and to attain the African objective of the national foreign policy

•Contributing towards peace and stability in the world as a whole through the United Nations, African Union (AU) and Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

The group s commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for “considering a competent, patriotic person with proven track record of delivering on his assignments for decades.” 

Adamu then declared: “Having done our independent checks and consultation with experts in modern military art and warfare, we are convinced that the appointment of His Excellency Mohammed Badaru as Minister of Defence is a game-changer, in the spirit of Renewed Hope.”

They also pledged to continue praying for the new Minister to succeed in the new national assignment.

IMO GUBER; NRM Candidate, Dr.Lawrence Cole Okwara Tours Chinese Industrial Hubs,Says New Imo Possible

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The National Rescue Movement Governorship Candidate in the forthcoming Imo State Gubernatorial election has said that his vision is to build a a viable and peaceful State that works for the good of all.

Speaking after his meeting with Chinese manufacturers in Guandong in China, Dr Lawrence Cole Okwara said a new prosperous, industrialized and peaceful Imo is possible, adding that he is on a rescue mission .

Dr Okwara is the CEO of Twelve Global Consult Ltd, a China based company with branches in Nigeria

As a business mongul, Okwara epitomizes the resilience and doggedness of the Nigerian youths,he believes that given the opportunity to govern Imo State, he will expunge leadership deficit, poverty, violence and other vices that has left the state in the doldrums.

Dr.Okwara who is on a week business tour of China, revealed that he has visited 4 major Chinese manufacturing hubs, signed major contracts deals which will bring investors to imo state in major critical areas such as farming, fisheries and small scale firms

Dr.Okwara said he wants stimulate manufacturing in Imo as well as revive the agriculture sector. He also promised that employment opportunities awaits indigenes of the state soon

The NRM candidate added that his agenda for Imo State speaks to the fundamental issues that bother the people and the State. He promised to address security, peaceful coexistence and to ensure the prompt payment of Salaries, pensions and gratuities of people in the state. Top on the list of his priorities are improved healthcare delivery, and educational development.

The business mogul further added that he is committed to agricultural revolution, Industrialization of the state, development of sports, infrastructural development, youth, and women development as well.

The gubernatorial candidate also added that he is interested in Local Government and judicial autonomy.

The CEO of Twelve Global consult Ltd China took the political landscape of imo by storm when he announced his intentions to contest the governorship poll, said major stakeholders have continued to pay solidarity visits to his imo country home whilst pledging their support

The front runner in the Gubernatorial election who is still in China spoke on his mission in China

” As you can see, I was in Guandong to discourse the possibllity of setting companies that invest in modern textiles and clothes, next I shall visit Shenzhen and Donguam to woo investors in other sectors of Imo .

On his what he has for the people of imo, Okwara said,

“I have been in the business of human capital development in Imo state, this time, I shall take it further by expanding the scope .

“a new Imo where hunger,, poverty,violence and unemployment are non existent is possible

“a new state where the government provides basic necessities for citizens in the state is possible, when we win in November, we shall be the servants of Imolites, we shall be the listeners and doers of what our people want .

Dr. Lawrence Cole Okwara, a former professional Footballer who spent 30 years in South Africa as Sports Administrator is also prepared in transforming Imo State sports with his vast experience in sports management.

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Governor Radda Felicitates Musawa, Dangiwa on their Ministerial Appointments

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda, has extended his warm felicitations to Arch. Ahmed Dangiwa, the new Minister of Housing and Urban Development; and Hajiya Hannatu Musa Musawa, the new Minister of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, who are both indigenes of Katsina State.

A statement by Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, the Chief Press Secretary, CPS, to Governor Radda, described as ‘brilliant’ the choice of Arch. Dangiwa, the immediate-past Secretary to the Government of State, SGS; and Hajiya Hannatu Musawa, as Ministers representing the State in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet.

“This is a well-deserved
recognition of their dedication and hard work. I am confident that Hajiya Hannatu Musa Musawa and Arch. Ahmed Dangiwa will serve with utmost diligence and integrity, bringing positive changes and making significant strides in their respective roles,” Radda said.

The Governor further recalled the outstanding contributions of Musawa, who is the immediate-past Special Adviser on Culture and Entertainment Economy to Mr. President, and Dangiwa to President Tinubu’s electoral victory in the 2023 polls.

“The roles Arch. Dangiwa and Hajiya Hannatu Musawa played in the Bola Tinubu presidential campaign organization and my gubernatorial election was truly remarkable.

“Their duo have always been committed to the progress of not only Katsina State, but Nigeria, generally. Please, I want to urge them both to recommit themselves to public service,” he said.

Mal. Radda expressed confidence in the two Ministers from Katsina to deliver in their new jobs.

“Indeed, Dangiwa and Musawa’s legendary expertise, vast knowledge, and deep passion for public service, will propel them to significantly contribute to our dear nation’s progress and development,” he said.

Governor Radda urged the two prominent Katsina citizens to see their appointments as a call to national service, at a time the nation is battling with various socio-economic challenges.

He said: “Let them continue to remain good ambassadors of Katsina State, fostering unity and progress at the federal level. I want to assure them of the unflinching support of the good people and government of Katsina State”.

Signed:
Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed,
CPS to Katsina Governor.

August 19th, 2023.

ALGON National Chairman,Hon. Abdullahi Congratulates Wike as FCT Minister 

The Chairman of Abaji Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Alhaji Abubakar Umar Abdullahi has described the appointment of the immediate past Governor of Rivers State Nyesom Wike as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory as a welcome development.

Alhaji Abubakar Abdullahi who is also the National Chairman of the Association of local Government of Nigeria ,ALGON said he has no doubt that the appointment of Mr. Wike as the second southerner to head the FCT after Mr Mobolaji Ajose Adeogun, will bring more development to the FCT.

He stressed that given Mr. Wike’s performance as Rivers State Governor, they in the FCT  are confident in the new minister’s ability in turning around the nation’s Capital to a better city not only in Nigeria but in  African. 

The Abaji Chairman assured residents that with Mr. Wike  they will not regret his tenure. 

He also assured of the cooperation and support of ALGON and FCT people to the incoming minister.