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Jigawa High Court Sentences Man To Life Imprisonment

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The Jigawa State High Court No. 6 (sitting as vacation court) at Dutse had on Monday 1st February, 2021, convicted and sentenced one Suleiman Ahmed, (m), 27 years old, of Lutai Village, Birnin Kudu LGA, Jigawa State, to life imprisonment for the offence of Rape.

 

The charge was that the convict has committed the offence on the 15th day of March, 2020 at Babaldu Town when he lured a girl of 11 years old girl to an uncompleted house and had carnal knowledge of her. Two of the girl’s friends testified that they saw when the convict called the girl to an uncompleted house and they followed them only to caught him red handed while committing the offence.

 

In prove of the case, prosecution counsel led by the Jigawa Attorney General Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu called 4 witnesses before the court while the defendant deny the charges. The learned trial judge Justice Musa Ubale ruled that the prosecution counsel has proven their case beyond reasonable doubt against the defendant and sentenced him to life imprisonment for the offence of rape.

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In similar case, the State vs Adamu Ali, the defendant who resides in Birnin Kudu town was accused to have raped a 9-year-old primary school pupil in the month of February 2020. The facts of the case were that, the defendant lured the prosecutrix with N500 naira to buy biscuits, she bought the biscuits and took it home. Upon interrogation and investigation by her parent and her school managements the act of rape in the issue was revealed. The prosecution called four (4) witnesses in proving the case.

 

In a statement by Zainab Baba Santali Public Relations officer Jigawa State Minstry of Justice said the presiding Judge  Justice Musa Ubale while delivering the judgment said the prosecution team led by the Honourable Attorney-General/Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, had successfully proved the offence of Rape against the defendant. He therefore convicted and sentenced the convict to 21 years imprisonment.

 

In the case of State vs Mohammed Musa from sanyaya village of Birnin Kudu local government , alleged to have raped a 15-year-old girl. At the end of the trial   Justice Musa Ubale found that the prosecution led by the Honourable Attorney General did not discharge the burden of proof beyond reasonable doubt as such His Lordship discharged and acquitted the defendant. The judgment was delivered on 20th January, 2021.

 

 

 

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Kano To Recruit More Than 17 Thousand Security Guards for Public Schools

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As part of renewed efforts to strengthen safety in schools, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has announced the recruitment of 17,600 security guards to be deployed across public schools in Kano State with immediate effects.

This was contained in a statement issued by governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Monday.

Speaking at an official event in Kano, the governor revealed that 400 security personnel will be recruited and stationed in each of the state’s 44 local government areas. The initiative aims to safeguarding the lives of students and teachers, and create a safe learning environment across all public schools.

“This decision was born out of our administration’s commitment to protect our children and teachers from emerging security threats,” Governor Yusuf said. “We cannot afford to allow fear or insecurity to disrupt the education of our future leaders.”

The newly recruited guards will be trained and strategically deployed to man school gates, monitor suspicious activity, and coordinate with relevant security agencies where necessary.

This development comes alongside several other education reforms introduced by Gov. Yusuf’s administration, including the solarization of 200 schools and the distribution of instructional materials, as well as plans to permanently employ qualified BESDA staff.

Governor Yusuf reiterated that security, education, and youth empowerment remain key pillars of his administration’s agenda. He called on parents, community leaders, and traditional institutions to support the government’s efforts in ensuring safety in schools and promoting quality education for all.

 

 

 

 

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Kano Political Commentators’ Group Backs Ban on Live Political Broadcasts

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A group of political commentators in Kano State under the umbrella of Gauta Club has expressed support for the recent ban on live political programmes in the state, citing concerns over inflammatory language and public peace.

Hamisu Danwawu Fagge, Chairman of the Gauta Club, stated this on Monday while addressing journalists in Kano. We back the ban of live political programmes in Kano. Let it be censored before it goes on air,” he said.

Fagge explained that the decision to support the broadcast restrictions was rooted in the group’s founding purpose. “That is why we formed the Gauta Club — to ensure responsible political commentary that promotes peace and unity in the state,” he added.

According to him, many residents of Kano have welcomed the ban, viewing it as a necessary step toward restoring civility in political discourse. “The Kano populace is very glad about the ban,” he asserted.

He stressed that the group supports the prohibition of direct live interviews with politicians. “This will help us in sanitizing political programmes from vulgar language and abuse,” Fagge said.

Fagge also revealed that the Gauta Club would implement internal regulations to screen its members. “We are going to censor every member of the Gauta Club before going on air. We will soon visit the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) and even radio stations to reinforce our stance,” he added.

NIGERIAN TRACKER reports that the chairman emphasized the group’s diverse membership. “Our members come from all the major political parties — the NNPP, APC, and PDP. We are united by our shared desire for the peaceful coexistence of Kano,” he concluded.

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INEC Chairman Promises Electoral Act Amendments Before 2027

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Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, on Monday said that necessary amendments on the Electoral Act will be completed before the 2027 elections.

Prof. Yakubu also debunked the insinuation in some quarters that he has been sacked and declared that he still remains the country’s Chief Electoral Officer.

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The INEC Chairman spoke while fielding questions from State House correspondents after the inauguration of two National Commissioners by President Bola Tinubu at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja.

He said the commission alongside relevant stakeholders have reviewed the 2023 general elections and came up with 142 recommendations, adding that out of the number, eight required electoral amendment.

Professor Yakubu, who said that he was at the seat of power for the inauguration of two national Commissioners from Southeast and North West said that the commission now has full compliment of the commissioners as required by law.

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