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Oluremi Tinubu’s Kano Visit Signals Support for Innovation, Youth Development – KASPA DG

Oluremi Tinubu’s Kano Visit Signals Support for Innovation, Youth Development – KASPA DG

Matawalle Faces Allegation of Trying to Buy Silence Over Killings Report

Matawalle Faces Allegation of Trying to Buy Silence Over Killings Report

Tinubu Rejigs Cabinet, Names Oyedele New Finance Minister

Tinubu Rejigs Cabinet, Names Oyedele New Finance Minister

APC releases schedule for 2027 elections, fixes cost nomination form

APC releases schedule for 2027 elections, fixes cost nomination form

BOOST Project, CoP Seek Legislative Action on Zero-Dose Children in Kano

BOOST Project, CoP Seek Legislative Action on Zero-Dose Children in Kano

Tinubu Extends Wudil Police Academy to Ogun, Releases ₦15bn Take-Off Fund

Tinubu Extends Wudil Police Academy to Ogun, Releases ₦15bn Take-Off Fund

Supreme Court Adjourns Kano Emirate Suit to April 2027

Supreme Court Adjourns Kano Emirate Suit to April 2027

KSP Partners JOSTUM to Offer PGD Courses in Management, Social Sciences

KSP Partners JOSTUM to Offer PGD Courses in Management, Social Sciences

How Abba Kabir Yusuf is Positioning Kano as the Commercial and Industrial Capital of Northern Nigeria

How Abba Kabir Yusuf is Positioning Kano as the Commercial and Industrial Capital of Northern Nigeria

Kano at the Heart of Nigeria’s Innovation Revolution: Why Sub-National Resource Mapping Matters Now

Kano at the Heart of Nigeria’s Innovation Revolution: Why Sub-National Resource Mapping Matters Now

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National, News, Politics

APC Unveils 73-Member Committee For March National Convention

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, as Chairman, and Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, as Secretary of the party’s National Convention Central Coordination Committee, as preparations intensify for its forthcoming national convention scheduled for March 27 and 28. The APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, announcing that the Governor of Kwara State and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, will serve as Vice Chairman of the 73-member committee for the party’s 2026 National Convention. Basiru recalled that the party had earlier released a comprehensive timetable for its 2025/2026 ward, local government, state, and zonal congresses across the country, which will culminate in the national convention where new members of the National Working Committee are expected to emerge. Read Also: APC is a Living Party, Ganduje Says as Kano Govt Joins Ruling Platform Governor Yusuf Plans Cabinet Reshuffle After Defection to APC Military to Try 16 Officers Over Alleged Plot Against Tinubu Govt Governors named as members of the committee include Umo Bassey Eno of Akwa Ibom, Douye Diri of Bayelsa, Hyacinth Alia of Benue, Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno, Bassey Otu of Cross River, Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta, Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi, Monday Okpebholo of Edo, Abiodun Oyebanji of Ekiti, Peter Mbah of Enugu, Muhammed Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe, Umar Namadi of Jigawa, Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano, Uba Sani of Kaduna, Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina, Nasir Idris of Kebbi, Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu of Lagos, Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa, Mohammed Umar Bago of Niger, Abiodun Adedapo Oluseun of Ogun, Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang of Plateau, Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers, Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto, and Agbu Kefas of Taraba. Other members of the committee include APC Interim National Chairman, Bisi Akande; former party chairmen Adams Oshiomhole, Abdullahi Adamu, and the immediate past National Chairman of the APC and Chairperson of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje; Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohamed Idris Malagi; and Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa (retd.). Also listed are Senate President Godswill Akpabio; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas; Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin; Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu; former Senate Presidents Anyim Pius Anyim, Ken Nnamani, and Ahmed Lawan; as well as former Speakers of the House of Representatives Aminu Bello Masari, Patricia Etteh, Dimeji Bankole, Yakubu Dogara, and Femi Gbajabiamila, alongside Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele and other party leaders.

National, News, Security

Defence Minister Reveals He Was Target in Foiled Coup Plot

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The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has disclosed that he was among the key targets of a recently foiled coup plot, revealing that the masterminds planned to shoot him if he resisted arrest. General Musa made the revelation during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, days after the Nigerian military confirmed that about sixteen officers arrested in October would be tried over an alleged attempt to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. “I was also a target, I am sure you know,” the Defence Minister said during the programme. “I was supposed to be arrested, and if I refused, I was supposed to be shot,” he added. In October, the military had initially announced the arrest of sixteen officers over what it described as acts of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations. However, authorities later disclosed that further investigations uncovered more serious allegations bordering on an attempt to overthrow the government. Read Also: Coups, Counter-Coups and the Cost to Nigeria In a statement issued last week, the military said its findings identified several officers linked to plots that were “inconsistent with the ethics, values, and professional standards required of members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN).” The Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, confirmed that those implicated would be prosecuted in line with existing laws. “Accordingly, those with cases to answer will be formally arraigned before an appropriate military judicial panel to face trial in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations,” he stated. General Musa, who is the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff, reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces to constitutional order and assured Nigerians that the military remains loyal to democratic governance and the protection of the nation’s stability.

Feature, National, Politics

The Digital Threat to APC’s Numerical Strength: Why Software Barriers Shouldn’t Disenfranchise the Electorate

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​By Ado Yahaya Dambatta ​In the modern political landscape, data is power. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken a visionary step by launching an e-registration platform to digitize its membership. However, beneath the sleek interface of this innovation lies a technical “bottleneck” that threatens to undermine the party’s greatest asset: its massive grassroots following across the entire federation. The current software architecture demands a “Double-Lock” verification requiring both a National Identification Number (NIN) and a mandatory Telephone Number validation. While this looks like progress on paper, in practice, it is creating a digital divide that could lead to a massive registration deficit nationwide. The National OTP Barrier ​From the bustling streets of Lagos to the remote villages of Kano, and from the creeks of the Delta to the hills of the Plateau, mobile network stability remains inconsistent. When the registration portal demands a telephone-based One-Time Password (OTP) to proceed, it assumes every supporter has a private, linked, and active SIM card with a perfect signal at that exact moment. Read Also: Ganduje Explains How Kano’s Shift Reinforces Northern Support for Tinubu ​The reality? Millions of our loyalists in rural and suburban areas use shared family phones, live in “blind spots” for network coverage, or face chronic delays in SMS delivery. Every time a supporter tries to register and the “code” fails to arrive, the party doesn’t just lose a data entry, it loses a human connection. A frustrated supporter today is an indifferent voter tomorrow. ​The Redundancy of “Double-Gate” Verification ​Nigeria has already spent years and billions of Naira establishing the NIN as the “Gold Standard” of identity. The NIN database is robust, biometric, and legally verified. By making a telephone number a mandatory secondary validator, the party is essentially asking for a second identity check after the primary one has already been satisfied. This redundancy serves no strategic purpose. Instead, it acts as a “Digital Wall” that shuts out the rural farmer, the local artisan, and the elderly supporter who may have a NIN but lacks a personalized, tech-ready mobile setup. Numbers: The Universal Currency of Politics ​Politics is a game of numbers. Whether in the North, South, East, or West, our strength is our sheer population. If we allow a cumbersome registration process to stifle our numbers, we are effectively disarming ourselves before the battle even begins. We cannot afford a situation where our official membership database represents only a fraction of our actual strength because of a technical hurdle. A Call for Strategic Simplification ​To protect the integrity of the exercise and ensure total national inclusivity, I propose an immediate “User-Experience (UX)” reform: ​NIN-Centric Registration: Let the NIN be the sole mandatory key. If a supporter provides a valid NIN, the system should grant membership instantly. Optional Communication Fields: Telephone numbers should be collected for communication and mobilization, not as a mandatory “gatekeeper” that can block a registration. National Accessibility: The party must remember that the software should serve the people, not the other way around. Conclusion ​Innovation must be a bridge, not a barrier. As the APC moves to modernize, we must ensure that our digital doors are open as wide as our physical ones. By removing the mandatory telephone validation, the party can ease the process, respect the diverse realities of the Nigerian landscape, and ensure that every single supporter from every corner of the country is counted. ​In the race for 2027 and beyond, let us not be defeated by a missing SMS. Ado Yahaya Dambatta writes from Kano State.

National, News

Tinubu Returns to Nigeria After State Visit to Türkiye

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after concluding a state visit to the Republic of Türkiye. The President arrived at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at exactly 8:55 p.m. on Saturday aboard an Airbus A330 aircraft. The Presidency confirmed his arrival in a brief statement issued to State House correspondents on Saturday evening. President Tinubu’s visit to Türkiye, which commenced on Tuesday, featured high-level bilateral engagements with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The visit culminated in the signing of nine bilateral agreements spanning defence cooperation, energy development, security collaboration, research, and other strategic sectors. Read Also: Coups, Counter-Coups and the Cost to Nigeria Ganduje Explains How Kano’s Shift Reinforces Northern Support for Tinubu Kidnapped Nigerians Now Left to Die in Captivity as Poverty Deepens – Islamic Cleric Both leaders also held extensive discussions on shared priorities aimed at deepening diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation between Nigeria and Türkiye, in line with their mutual interests. Members of the Nigerian delegation included the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar; the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi; the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.); and the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu.

Feature, National, Weekend Digest with The Historica Nigeria

Coups, Counter-Coups and the Cost to Nigeria

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On Monday, January 26, 2026, Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters confirmed that it had concluded investigations into an alleged coup plot uncovered in the previous year, announcing that several military officers were found culpable in an attempt to overthrow the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement issued by the military high command, the Armed Forces disclosed that 16 officers were indicted for attempting to subvert Nigeria’s democratic government in October 2025. The officers are expected to face prosecution before a court martial in accordance with military laws and regulations. The arrests were first made public in October 2025, when security agencies announced the detention of some officers over acts described as insubordination and breaches of military conduct. At the time, authorities stopped short of confirming a coup plot. However, subsequent reshuffles within the top military hierarchy fueled speculation and renewed public debate over Nigeria’s security and democratic stability. Nigeria and the History of Military Coups Since gaining independence in 1960, Nigeria has experienced a series of military coups and attempted coups, particularly between 1966 and 1993. These interventions profoundly shaped the country’s political structure, civil-military relations, and national cohesion. Read Also: Between Discipline and Dissent: Musa Bamaiyi and the Burden of Command Promotion of Tinubu’s ADC Shelved After Intervention by Retired Army Chiefs Military to Try 16 Officers Over Alleged Plot Against Tinubu Govt Although Nigeria has enjoyed uninterrupted democratic rule since 1999, memories of military takeovers remain deeply ingrained in the national consciousness. The First Coup: Nzeogwu (1966) Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu is widely regarded as the central figure behind Nigeria’s first military coup, carried out on January 15, 1966, barely six years after independence. The coup led to the collapse of the civilian government and the assassination of Prime Minister Abubakar Tafawa Balewa and several senior political leaders. Following the coup, Major General Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi assumed power. His administration, however, lasted only six months before it was overthrown in a counter-coup in July 1966. Nzeogwu was arrested and detained in various prisons before being released during the Nigerian Civil War in 1967 by Biafran leader Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu. He later died in combat on July 29, 1967, during fighting in Nsukka, present-day Enugu State. The July 1966 Counter-Coup: Murtala Muhammed The July 1966 coup, led by General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, is often described as a retaliatory response to the January coup. The upheaval brought General Yakubu Gowon to power. Murtala continued his military career without sanction and later emerged as Head of State following the bloodless coup of 1975. His tenure was cut short when he was assassinated during a failed coup led by Bukar Suka Dimka on February 13, 1976. The 1975 Bloodless Coup On July 29, 1975, General Yakubu Gowon’s government was overthrown without bloodshed while he was attending an Organisation of African Unity (OAU) summit in Uganda. The coup was announced on national radio by Colonel Joseph Nanven Garba. The transition installed General Murtala Muhammed as Head of State and Olusegun Obasanjo as his deputy. Several officers who later became prominent national figures including Theophilus Danjuma, Muhammadu Buhari, Ibrahim Babangida and Sani Abacha, played key roles in the transition. Joseph Garba later served Nigeria as a diplomat, becoming Permanent Representative to the United Nations and, in 1989, President of the UN General Assembly. He died in 2002. From Babangida to Abacha In August 1985, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida came to power through another bloodless coup. His eight-year rule ended amid widespread unrest following the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, widely regarded as Nigeria’s freest and fairest. After Babangida stepped aside, an Interim National Government led by Chief Ernest Shonekan was installed in August 1993. Barely three months later, General Sani Abacha seized power in November 1993. Abacha ruled Nigeria until his sudden death on June 8, 1998. His demise paved the way for General Abdulsalami Abubakar, who initiated a transition programme that culminated in the return to democratic governance on May 29, 1999. Democracy and the Lessons of History Since 1999, Nigeria has maintained uninterrupted democratic rule, with military coups becoming a distant memory. However, the alleged 2025 coup plot has rekindled national reflection on the importance of safeguarding democracy, upholding the rule of law, and strengthening trust between civilian authorities and the armed forces. Analysts and public administrators argue that Nigeria’s long history of military intervention serves as a sobering reminder of the sacrifices made to achieve democratic governance, a system that demands vigilance, accountability, and collective commitment from both leaders and citizens alike.

Kano, National, News

Ganduje Explains How Kano’s Shift Reinforces Northern Support for Tinubu

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By Umar Idris Shuaibu, Abuja The immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has commended the Kano State Government for its recent defection to the APC, describing the move as a deliberate decision to align with the Federal Government in uplifting the socio-economic fortunes of the state. Dr. Ganduje stated this in an interview with ‘The Historica Nigeria‘ on Friday in Abuja, noting that the Kano Government’s decision was informed by the belief that the APC remains the only viable political platform capable of delivering sustainable development. According to him, the APC is not only expanding in membership but also attracting what he described as “quality followers,” adding that the party’s growing national appeal makes it a natural choice for any government seeking meaningful partnership with the centre. Ganduje attributed the emergence of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) administration in Kano to the APC’s loss in the 2023 governorship election but argued that internal crises, disagreements, and prolonged litigations within the NNPP later weakened the party, prompting Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to defect to the APC. He recalled that both leaders were previously members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) before 2015, when he won the governorship election in Kano under the APC platform. He further alleged that political realignments at the time were influenced by the presidential ambition of Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, which, according to him, failed to gain nationwide traction. Read Also: Ganduje Commissions Zero-Emission Electric Vehicles at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Inflation to Fall Below 10% as Nigeria’s Economy Rebounds — Tinubu Military to Try 16 Officers Over Alleged Plot Against Tinubu Govt “We are now happy and strong enough, with a government ready to work for the people, improve their living standards, and support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term, alongside the Governor himself,” Ganduje said. Tinubu’s Re-election and Zoning Principle On the 2027 presidential election, Ganduje said northerners are increasingly inclined to support President Tinubu’s re-election, citing Nigeria’s zoning arrangement between the North and South. He recalled that the late President Muhammadu Buhari spent eight years in office, making it equitable for the presidency to remain in the South for another term under Tinubu, who he described as an experienced politician with a proven track record as Governor of Lagos State. Ganduje also referenced Tinubu’s Kano colloquium, which he said marked a turning point in northern public opinion during the last election. He expressed optimism that after Tinubu’s second term, power would rotate back to the North in line with the country’s informal power-sharing understanding. Economic Reforms and Infrastructure Development The former APC chairman praised President Tinubu’s economic reforms, describing them as necessary steps toward national sustainability, social development, and unity. He highlighted major infrastructure projects, including the Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano (AKK) gas pipeline, the Lagos–Ibadan–Kaduna–Kano railway extension to Dambatta, Kazaure, Daura, Katsina, and Maradi, as well as ongoing highway projects linking Lagos to Sokoto and coastal routes down to Calabar. Ganduje added that increased federal allocations to states have strengthened sub-national governments, reducing the need for federal bailouts to pay workers’ salaries, a situation he said is now largely a thing of the past. Inflation, Cost of Living and Regional Disparities Addressing concerns over inflation, Ganduje said rising costs of living are a global phenomenon and should not be viewed through regional dichotomies. He argued that northern Nigeria is less affected by food inflation due to its agricultural advantage, noting that food prices, grains, and commodities are gradually declining. On educational disparities between the North and South, Ganduje attributed the gap to historical factors, explaining that Western education took root earlier in the South due to colonial and missionary influences, while Islamic education developed differently in the North. Security and National Stability On security, Ganduje traced Nigeria’s insecurity challenges to earlier administrations, noting that Boko Haram once controlled several local governments in the North-East before significant progress was made under the Buhari administration. He acknowledged emerging threats such as banditry, kidnapping, and farmer-herder conflicts but maintained that the situation is increasingly under control due to changes in service chiefs, improved intelligence, and international collaboration, including Nigeria–United States cooperation. “There are challenges, but security is improving, and we believe the situation will be fully resolved,” he said. Inclusivity and Governance Dr. Ganduje described the Tinubu administration as the most inclusive in Nigeria’s history, arguing that appointments have not been limited to APC members alone but extended to individuals from opposition parties. He dismissed criticisms of exclusion as political reactions from opposition figures, insisting that the government remains open and participatory.

National, News, Weekend Digest with The Historica Nigeria

Kidnapped Nigerians Now Left to Die in Captivity as Poverty Deepens – Islamic Cleric

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Nigerian Islamic scholar and President of the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN), Dr. Bashir Aliyu Umar, has raised serious concerns over the country’s worsening security situation, warning that kidnappings for ransom have degenerated to a tragic level where abducted victims are left to die in captivity when families are unable to raise demanded sums. Dr. Bashir made the remarks in an extensive interview with BBC Hausa monitored by ‘The Historica Nigeria‘, where he linked the grim development to widespread poverty, which he said has crippled traditional means of raising ransom and left many families helpless. According to him, the kidnapping crisis has assumed a frightening dimension, with abductors abandoning captives once ransom negotiations collapse. “Kidnappings and abductions for ransom continue, and the situation has now reached a point where, when people are abducted and no ransom is forthcoming because poverty has become widespread, the victims are left to languish in captivity until they die in that condition,” he said, describing the situation as deeply distressing. Security Failure, Call for Government Action The cleric identified insecurity and the protection of lives as the most critical challenge confronting Nigeria today, noting that strong complaints have been raised over deteriorating security conditions across several states. He said the failure of the state to adequately protect citizens has reached unacceptable levels, calling on government at all levels to urgently rise to their constitutional and moral responsibilities. Read Also: Terrorism Won’t End With Bombs, Gumi Cautions Nigerian Govt Tinubu: My Wife Is a Pastor, I’m a Muslim — Yet We Live in Peace Jos Muslims Say Over 4,700 Members Killed Since 2001 Crises “The most critical issue confronting the country is security and the protection of lives. Strong complaints were raised about the deteriorating situation across many states,” he said. Dr. Bashir stressed that the protection of lives, property and human dignity is a duty imposed by both the Nigerian Constitution and divine responsibility, adding that such protection must be carried out without discrimination based on religion or ethnicity. Genocide Claims Rejected Addressing international claims alleging genocide against Christians in Nigeria, Dr. Bashir dismissed the narrative as false and misleading, insisting that available evidence shows Muslims have borne the brunt of insecurity-related casualties. He said data gathered and disseminated globally by relevant bodies contradicts claims that violence is targeted at a single religious group. “The claim that genocide is being carried out against a particular segment of Nigerians is not true,” he said, adding that Muslims have suffered the greatest losses in mass killings linked to insecurity. While acknowledging that the Federal Government has officially rejected genocide allegations, he urged authorities to consistently reinforce this position with concrete actions to end violence nationwide. Beyond Military Solutions Dr. Bashir cautioned against relying solely on military force to address insecurity, advocating a combination of approaches, including reconciliation with armed groups willing to renounce violence. However, he warned that reconciliation must not undermine justice or accountability. “Security challenges should not be addressed only through military means but also through other approaches, including reconciliation with those willing to lay down their arms,” he said, stressing that any such process must be firmly anchored on justice and fairness to victims. He also urged Islamic scholars to intensify prayers and guide society towards repentance, citing Qur’anic teachings that calamities often result from human actions. Tax Amendments, Budgeting Under Fire Beyond security, the SCSN President expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s economic direction, particularly proposed amendments to tax laws, which he said betrayed assurances given during public consultations. According to him, religious leaders were disappointed that amendments meant to protect the poor were altered after public hearings, raising constitutional concerns. He questioned the authority behind the changes, arguing that they undermined the legislative process and imposed undue burdens on vulnerable Nigerians. Dr. Bashir also criticised persistent problems in Nigeria’s budgeting system, including budget padding and misplaced priorities, noting that allocations that could reduce poverty, improve education and strengthen healthcare are often neglected. He observed that previous budgets have not been fully implemented, yet new ones continue to be proposed without tangible improvements in citizens’ living conditions. Electoral Commission Controversy In one of his strongest interventions, Dr. Bashir called for the removal of the Chairman of the Electoral Commission, accusing him of partisanship over public comments relating to genocide claims. He argued that such statements contradict the Federal Government’s official position and undermine public confidence in the electoral process. “As a senior government official, this puts him at odds with the government’s stance. This amounts to a betrayal of the state,” he said. Dr. Bashir warned that elections conducted under such leadership would lack credibility, insisting that Nigeria needs an electoral umpire who is neutral, impartial and free from vested interests. He reiterated that leadership is a sacred trust, urging citizens to take voter registration and participation seriously and to vote based on integrity and accountability rather than sectarian or party loyalty.

Abuja, National, News

Ganduje Commissions Zero-Emission Electric Vehicles at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport

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Umar Idris Shuaibu The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched zero-emission electric transit services at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA), Abuja, marking a major step in its drive towards renewable energy adoption and reduced carbon emissions. The initiative, developed in partnership with Possible Electric Mobility and Zeut Energies, introduces electric buses and sedans to provide seamless mobility for passengers and airport staff, while significantly cutting down greenhouse gas emissions. The project positions FAAN as a pace-setter in sustainable aviation infrastructure in Nigeria. The electric transit services were commissioned by the immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Chairperson of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), His Excellency Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, alongside the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of FAAN, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku. Also present at the event were directors, general managers, heads of departments, development partners, and other key stakeholders. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Dr. Ganduje commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his leadership and policy direction in the aviation sector, as well as the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, the FAAN management, and development partners for their support in driving sustainable initiatives within the aviation industry. Read Also: Ganduje Describes Abba Yusuf’s Defection to APC as New Era for Kano He described the project as a practical demonstration of FAAN’s commitment to environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and alignment with global best practices in green transportation. In her remarks, Mrs. Kuku said the introduction of electric transit services forms part of broader reforms aimed at optimising energy use across FAAN’s operations. She disclosed that the Authority has implemented several measures, including the installation of energy-efficient lighting systems, deployment of solar-powered lighting within airport terminals, and improved waste recycling processes to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. The FAAN Managing Director reaffirmed the Authority’s dedication to a gradual but deliberate transition to green energy solutions, noting that sustainability remains central to its operational strategy. She expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Minister of Aviation, the FAAN Board, airport management at NAIA, development partners, and stakeholders for their consistent support. The event concluded with Dr. Ganduje and Mrs. Kuku inspecting the newly deployed electric buses and sedans, as they examined the vehicles’ advanced features and operational capacity.

National, News

Military to Try 16 Officers Over Alleged Plot Against Tinubu Govt

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The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that investigations into the alleged misconduct of 16 military officers, including claims bordering on a plot to overthrow the Federal Government, have been concluded, with those found culpable set to face trial. The Director of Defence Information, Major-General Samaila Uba, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja. Uba recalled that the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) had, in October 2025, announced the arrest of the officers over acts of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations, adding that investigations were conducted in line with established military procedures and extant regulations. According to him, the probe examined the totality of circumstances surrounding the conduct of the affected personnel and identified several officers with cases to answer, including allegations bordering on attempts to undermine constitutional authority. He noted that such actions run contrary to the ethics, values, and professional standards expected of officers of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Read Also: Police Recruitment: PSC Extends Application Deadline “Accordingly, officers found to have cases to answer will be formally arraigned before appropriate military judicial panels to face trial in line with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations,” Uba stated. The defence spokesman emphasised that the measures being taken were strictly disciplinary and part of the military’s internal institutional mechanisms aimed at preserving discipline, cohesion, and operational effectiveness within the ranks. He reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces to professionalism, loyalty, and respect for constitutional authority, assuring the public that due process and fairness would be strictly observed throughout the proceedings. It would be recalled that in September 2025, reports emerged alleging that 16 Nigerian military officers had been detained by military intelligence over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government, purportedly timed around Nigeria’s Independence Day celebrations on October 1. However, the Defence Headquarters at the time dismissed the reports as false and misleading, clarifying that the officers were detained for breaches of military regulations and indiscipline, not for plotting a coup. The DHQ also explained that the cancellation of the Independence Day parade was due to administrative and security considerations, not any threat to government stability. The military had further reiterated its loyalty to Nigeria’s democratic system and the constitutional order.

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Police Recruitment: PSC Extends Application Deadline

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The Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have extended the deadline for applications for the recruitment of 50,000 constables into the Nigeria Police Force by two weeks. The Head of Protocol and Public Affairs of the PSC, Mr. Torty Kalu, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja. According to him, the application portal, which was opened on December 15 and initially scheduled to close on January 26, will now remain open until February 8. Kalu explained that the decision followed the receipt of over 400,000 applications nationwide, as well as a review that revealed significant disparities in participation across states. “While states such as Adamawa, Benue, and Kaduna recorded high numbers of applications, others including Lagos, Ogun, Bayelsa, Ebonyi, and Anambra had notably low submissions,” he said. Read Also: Abba Yusuf’s APC Move and the Institutional Weight of Dr. Ganduje FCTA Workers Demand Wike’s Removal as Strike Escalates in Abuja Pharmacist Sule Lauds Governor Yusuf Amid DMCSA Achievements He noted that the extension was approved to ensure equitable representation across the country. Kalu urged all eligible Nigerians, particularly those from states with fewer applications, to take advantage of the extension and apply through the official recruitment portal at www.npfapplication.psc.gov.ng. He further called on state governments, local government councils, community leaders, and other stakeholders to mobilise and sensitise qualified applicants within their jurisdictions. The PSC spokesman reiterated the commitment of the commission and the Nigeria Police Force to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process. (NAN)

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