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Bauchi Assembly decries emergence of a thuggery gang in Azare

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Under matters of urgent public importance, Bauch state assembly majority leader Tijjani Muhammad Aliyu draw the attention of the House, the State Government as well as security agencies on the emergence of Sara Suka in Azare Town.

According to him, this is a new trend in Azare as they never had Sara Suka thugs before, The member narrated the genesis of Sara Suka in Azare which he said started from youth hangouts and joints in which different groups engaged in attack and counter-attack whenever they have disagreements.

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He added that If it is left unchecked, it will grow to the extent that people of the town will be attacked by the thugs.

The Member explained that the thugs are known and are traceable, therefore called on the government to direct security agencies to take action against them. He also called on the people of Azare to form community-based security committees to fight the thugs and secure their areas because government and Security agencies can’t take care of everything.

Tijjani Aliyu further advised that the Committees should meet with security agencies and work together to safeguard their communities.

The lawmaker linked the rise in thuggery in Bauchi North to poverty because the zone is most hit by poverty according to reports.

According to the Majority Leader, there is a lot of youth without a job, and now the government ban Achaba.

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“There is fear that the youth who lost their jobs to the Acaba ban may engage in thuggery and other nefarious activities. The teaming unemployed youth hanging out everywhere is so scary. An idle mind is a devil workshop. The government should provide other job opportunities for them. I also call on the government to take decisive action against the emerging security threat in the area.” He said.

Commenting on the motion, Speaker Abubakar Y Suleiman said that the motion is very important and there is a need for all concerned to take decisive action.

“Sara Suka was hitherto known in Bauchi Metropolis but now spread to Azare, who knows where is next? Therefore a decisive action must be taken.” The Speaker said.

Also contributing, Hon. Jamilu Umaru Dahiru (Bauchi Central Constituency) commended the majority leader for moving the motion which he said is very important. He narrated how Sara Suka groups attack people and households confidently without fear in Bauchi.

Hon. Jamilu feared that if something is not done, the thugs can takeover all constituencies.

On providing jobs to the youth as one of the solutions, he recalled that last year he moved a motion for the creation of more vocational schools in the State to train youth on various occupations and skills to create job opportunities.

He added that security committees popularly known as ‘Yan Kwamiti are true patriots who work day and night to provide security for their communities without being paid.

“They need little logistics. They should be supported by all. The thugs fear the Committee the most. They should be assisted and guided so that they won’t exceed their limits.” The member opined.

Hon. Bakoji Aliyu Bobbo (Chiroma Constituency) said the motion needs special attention so that people will live in peace as especially at a time when places like Misau LG faced security problem. According to him the thugs spare no one when they come out for their operation.

Hon Bobbo also advised that the house should have a law to standardize security committees popularly known as ‘Yan Kwamati in all parts of the state. Members of the Communities including civil servants and wealthy individuals should be made to take care of the needs of the Committees by donating money and logistics.

 On the ban of achaba which is alleged to be one of the causes of Sara suka, Hon. Bobbo advised that ban on achaba should be relaxed and regulations should be made on how it will be controlled to avoid its negative effects.

According to him, youth have become jobless because they sold everything they have and bought motorcycles for Acaba and now it is banned. This may lead them to be thinking otherwise including crimes.

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200,000 APC Members in Kano Dismiss Allegations Against Ministerial Nominee Yusuf Abdullah Atta as Baseless

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Over 200,000 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State have dismissed allegations of incompetence against the ministerial nominee, retired Hon. Yusuf Abdullah Atta, as baseless. Some APC members in Kano believe the allegations stem from personal grudges held by a few individuals who are not legitimate members of the party.

In a statement, Mustapha Gidan Magani, the secretary of APC Kwaciri Ward, on behalf of the entire executive committee of APC Fagge Local Government Area, rejected the allegations of anti-party activities during the 2023 general election. The executives argued that those intending to submit a petition to the Senate, claiming to represent 50,000 APC members, have no legal standing to make such claims.

The APC executives from Fagge Local Government Area are prepared to counter the petition, asserting that it will have little impact on the confirmation of Atta as Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development. They expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for nominating Atta, highlighting his administrative skills and dedication to serving humanity.

 
















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PDP Youth Activist Calls for Suspension of Shekarau, Bello Hayatu from the party

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Salisu Usman Karaskabuli, a youth activist of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano, has called for the immediate suspension of several high-ranking party members, including former governor Ibrahim Shekarau, Bello Hayatu Gwarzo, and Yahaya Bagobiri.

He accused them of sabotaging the party’s efforts in the state and hindering PDP’s progress in the region.

Addressing journalists in Kano, Salisu Karaskabuli alleged that Shekarau has engaged in anti-party activities during the 2023 governorship election.
“Despite being a PDP leader, the majority of his supporters backed the APC candidate,” Salisu Karaskabuli said.
He further claimed that Shekarau is already mobilizing his supporters to work for Senator Barau’s governorship ambitions in 2027, signaling ongoing disloyalty.

Salisu Karaskabuli also blamed the PDP National Vice Chairman for the Northwest Bello Hayatu Gwarzo for failing to unite the party across the region.
He noted that prominent PDP members, such as former governors Ibrahim Shema of Katsina and Ramalan Yero of Kaduna, had defected to other parties due to Gwarzo’s ineffective leadership.
Concerning the recent PDP congress in Kano, Usman expressed frustration, rejecting the outcomes of the ward, local government, and state congresses.
He accused the leadership of the party for partisan zoning and disqualifying candidates without valid reasons.

Further accusations were leveled at Yahaya Bagobiri, the chairman of PDP elders in Kano.
Salisu Usman claimed that Bagobiri had leaked sensitive party information to the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) leader Rabiu Kwankwaso.

Usman Karaskabuli called on the national leadership of the PDP to investigate the accused members and, if found guilty, take appropriate disciplinary action.

The accusations come at a time when the PDP in Kano and the wider Northwest is grappling with internal divisions, which some fear could weaken the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
















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APC Youth Activist Urges President Tinubu to Appoint Murtala Sule Garo as Minister

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Sadiq Ali Sango, a prominent youth activist of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider appointing Murtala Sule Garo as a minister in the forthcoming cabinet reshuffle.
Sango made this known in a statement released to journalists in Kano.

The Federal Government recently announced that President Tinubu would soon reshuffle his cabinet, sparking widespread speculation over potential new appointees.
Sango expressed optimism that Garo, a grassroots politician with a proven track record, would be a fitting choice for a ministerial position.

“Murtala Sule Garo is not only a politician but a true son of the soil, with immense contributions to the APC in Kano,” Sango stated.
“His service as the APC’s deputy gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 election and his unwavering commitment to the party despite not having the reins of government in Kano makes him the ideal candidate for Tinubu’s cabinet.”

Sango further highlighted Garo’s role in holding the party together during difficult times, describing him as the “supporting pillar” of the APC in Kano.
“He has carried the party on his shoulders, providing support to party leaders and members alike,” he added.

With the APC no longer in control of Kano State’s government, Garo’s influence at the grassroots level has been pivotal for the party’s continued strength in the region.
According to Sango, Garo’s appointment would reinforce the party’s position in Kano and contribute to the success of President Tinubu’s administration.

The call for Murtala Sule Garo’s inclusion in the Federal Executive Council comes amid growing anticipation regarding the composition of the new cabinet and the need for strong political figures to represent Kano at the national level.



















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