A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sacked Hon. Abubakar Suleiman Gummi, member representing Gummi/Bukkuyum Federal Constituency of Zamfara State, for defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a judgment delivered by Justice Obiorah Egwuatu on Thursday, October 30, 2025, in suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1803/2024, filed by the PDP and its State Chairman, Jamilu Jibomagayaki, the court held that Gummi’s defection was unconstitutional and amounted to “political prostitution” punishable under Section 68(1)(g) of the 1999 Constitution. Justice Egwuatu ruled that the mandate obtained through a political party cannot be transferred to another party,…
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A Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognizing or acting on the outcome of the planned 2025 National Convention of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Delivering judgment on Friday, Justice James Omotosho ruled that the opposition party failed to comply with key statutory and constitutional requirements governing the conduct of such conventions. The court found that PDP did not hold congresses in some states of the federation, a breach which invalidated the process leading to the planned convention. Justice Omotosho also faulted the signing of official party notices and correspondence by the…
By: Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse The Federal Government has allocated fertiliser worth over ₦450 million for sale to farmers in Jigawa State at subsidised rates, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to boost food security and agricultural productivity. Governor Malam Umar Namadi disclosed this during the Citizens’ Engagement Programme held in Miga Local Government Area, where he said the initiative underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting smallholder farmers with vital inputs and resources. “Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Federal Government has allocated 20 trucks of fertiliser to Jigawa State to be sold…
By: Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has approved the release of over ₦344 million for the implementation of the Elderly Care Programme, designed to improve the welfare and dignity of senior citizens across the state. Speaking at the launch of the Jigawa State Old Age Social Protection Scheme held at the Dutse Local Government Secretariat, Namadi said the initiative will provide monthly cash transfers, free healthcare services, and psychosocial support to promote healthy and active ageing. According to the governor, the programme represents the completion of the state’s life-cycle social protection framework, complementing existing schemes that…
By: Ahmed Rufa’i, Dutse The Jigawa State Government has committed over ₦150 million as counterpart funding to the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) in a renewed push to modernize agricultural practices and strengthen extension services across the state. The initiative, which targets 9,000 smallholder farmers across 34 communities, aims to scale up agricultural innovations and boost productivity through improved agronomic training, input access, and value chain development. Deputy Country Director of SAA, Dr. Abdulhamid Gambo, disclosed this during a two-day media field visit to farming communities in Taura, Dutse, and Birnin Kudu Local Government Areas. According to him, the partnership builds…
What began as a turbulent chapter in her political career has now become a story of victory and resilience. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) has turned her six-month “illegal suspension” into a triumphant celebration of two years of impactful representation and service. Speaking from Kogi State on Thursday, Natasha reflected on her journey from political adversity to renewed purpose. “Today, in celebration of my second year in office — six months of which I lost to an illegal suspension — I invited all Senators,” she said. “The Senate President read it on the floor. Some months ago, the plan was…
The wife of the 2023 Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate, Queen Lilian Adebayo, has reaffirmed that her husband, Prince Adewole Adebayo, remains the most credible and capable option for Nigerians ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking in Abuja shortly after receiving an Award of Excellence from the Forum of SDP State Chairmen, Queen Lilian praised her husband’s unwavering loyalty to the SDP. She said his consistency in upholding the party’s values sets him apart from political figures who switch parties for personal gain. “Prince Adewole Adebayo has been a member of the SDP since he was 19. He had…
Nigeria’s path to economic renewal and shared prosperity lies in the hands of visionary and accountable leaders, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has said. Speaking at the Oxford Global Think Tank Leadership Conference in Abuja on Tuesday, themed “Better Leadership for a Better Nigeria,” Mr. Edun stressed that building capable leaders is as critical as building sound policies. Director of Information & Public Relations, Mohammed Manga in a statement quoted him to have commended Ms. Arumah Oteh for convening a forward-looking platform dedicated to mentoring a new generation of transformational leaders…
Hon. Femi Olaniyi (Ferrari), Lagos State SDP Chairman and national Chairman of SDP State Chairmen, has accused former party chairman Alhaji Shehu Musa Gabam of betraying the Social Democratic Party and undermining its 2023 presidential candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo. Speaking in Abuja after presenting an Award of Excellence to Queen Lilian Adebayo, wife of the 2023 SDP presidential candidate, Olaniyi said the honour was in recognition of her consistent support to the Forum of State Chairmen and her role in keeping the party united during challenging times. “The award is one of excellence presented to our Queen Mother. She has…
***APC chieftain Ayiri Emami warns 15% duty could worsen hardship for Nigerians The Federal Government’s new 15 percent ad-valorem import duty on petrol and diesel—approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu—has drawn sharp criticism, even from within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), which secured the approval, said the move was part of broader fiscal reforms aimed at protecting domestic refineries, encouraging crude transactions in local currency, and promoting a stable downstream market. According to the FIRS Chairman, Zacch Adedeji, the tariff will ensure that duty-free fuel imports do not undercut local refining efforts, while…