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Sokoto LP Raises Alarm Over Planned Attack On Their Co-cordinator

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Mr Ifeanyi Ezeagu

 

Sokoto State Chapter of Labour Party (LP) has raised alarm over an alleged plan to attack their Co-coordinator of the Obi/Datti Presidential Campaign Council of the state, Mr Ifeanyi Ezeagu.

This is contained in a statement signed by the Head of religious Committee of the Obi/Datti Presidential Campaign Council of the Sokoto State, Abubakar Yawale and shared to newsmen on Monday.

Yawale, who is also the leader of Sokoto State LP Coalition of Support Groups, said from the information they gathered there was a plan to attack their Co-cordinator to disrupt him from the campaign activities in the state.

He said based on the information gathered, the perpetrators of the attack hired armed thugs who will attack Mr Ifeanyi and his business places to cripple his activities and and discourage him from the supports he is offering to residents in the state.

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According to him, some people who are jealous of the good work he is doing in the state have been planning to destroy him, and made several balckmails about him, but have not succeeded as people of the state are with him and enjoying the various gestures he is offering to them.

He said Mr Ifeanyi, who spent over 21 years in Sokoto state has contributed immensely to the development of the state through his various investments thereby employing hundred of youths and support the masses in many ways to earn a means of living.

“When he was appointed as Coordinator of the campaign, they sabotage and said that he us not an indigene of the state. While Mr Ifeanyi Ezeagu performed better than many of the indigenes of Sokoto interms of humanity. They succeeded in seeing that has been removed from his position but later realized that he still moves on and they planned to attack him.

“As his close associate and ally, I know him to be in Sokoto for over two decades and has been a good man for the people. All his investments and assets are in Sokoto and he sees Sokoto as his home state. He started as a labourer to this level, so nobody can dare paint him black in the mind of Sokoto people,” he said.

He added that while the matter has been reported to the security for immediate action, their Coordinator “will not be distracted and will continue with the good works he is doing. He is also committed to his primary assignment to deliver the state for Obi/Datti in the coming 2023 elections.”

He urged his supporters, well wishers and good people of the state to remain calm and continue supporting the good jobs of the Mr Ifeanyi who loves the state and it’s people, and always considers it first before any other thing.

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Breaking: Tinubu Orders Release of Minors Arrested Over Endbadgovernance Protest

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President Bola Ahmad Tinubu

President Tinubu Orders release of all minors who participated in the Endbadgovernance protest .

 

The minister of information and national orientation Muhammad Idris stated this to state House correspondents.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents, on Monday.

The Minister was flanked by the Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy; Sunday Dare, Special Adviser on Public Communications and orientation.

Idris stated that the President has instructed the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, to begin the process of securing the minors’ release without delay.

“The President has directed that all minors be released on the and also reunited with their families anywhere they are in the country. A committee has been set up to look at the issues surrounding their arrest, detention and release. All the law enforcement agents related to the case will be investigated and anyone found wanting will be brought to book,” he said.

 

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76 Detained Children: Northwest Youth-Students Forum hails Senator Barau, AGF’s prompt intervention

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The Northwest Youth and Students Forum (NWYSF) has expressed its heartfelt appreciation to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin and the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, for their prompt intervention in the detention of minors by the Nigeria Police Force, following the End Bad Governance Protest.

The forum in a statement signed by its National Chairman, Abubakar Isyaku Balan said the swift action by the leaders will brings hope to the affected families and demonstrates a commitment to protecting the rights of vulnerable citizens nationwide.

He said “The giant move of the Deputy President of the Senate and the Attorney General of the Federal is no doubt a commendable one. We are proud of this and look forward to the release of the children courtesy of this movement.”

According to the statement, the NWYSF, as a forum comprising of talented youth and students, deemed it necessary to protectively initiate awareness programs that will enlighten the teeming youth on human rights and activism.

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“We acknowledge that the minors actions were driven by ignorance and a lack of proper orientation, underscoring the need for civic education and sensitization in the Northwest region. Addressing the underlying issues that led to this situation is crucial, rather than simply punishing the minors. This approach will foster a more informed and empowered youth.

“Considering the economic situation in the North, we urge the Federal Government to show compassion and release the detained minors, taking into account their age and circumstances. We also call on the government to provide support for their rehabilitation and education.

“In partnership with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community leaders, NWYSF will develop sensitization initiatives focusing on empowering youths with knowledge of their rights and responsibilities, promoting understanding and respect for human rights and teaching alternative dispute resolution methods.

“In view of the above, by working together, we can prevent similar incidents and foster a more informed, peaceful, and inclusive society,” the statement added.

 

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ICPC Arraigns Provost, Lecturer for Certificate Forgery in Sokoto

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Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu ,ICPC Chairman

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Hauwau Gimbiya Mukhtar Abdulkarim, the serving Provost of the Federal College of Education (Technical) (FCET), Gusau, alongside Abdullahi Boyi, a lecturer with the Sokoto State College of Education (SSCE), on alleged certificate forgery.

The duo were arraigned on a six-count charge, registered as charge No. SS/213c/2024, before Hon. Justice Muhammad Aliyu Sambo at the Sokoto State High Court. ICPC accused the two defendants of forging an appointment letter and using it to apply for the position of Provost at the Federal College of Education (Technical) Gusau, Zamfara State.

The defendants were also accused of making false statements to ICPC officers during the investigation, which is an offence under Section 25(1)(a) and punishable under Section 25(ii)(b) of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000. “Both defendants, however, pleaded ‘not guilty’ to all six charges when read to them by the Court’s Registrar,” the ICPC revealed in a statement.

Counsel for the defendants, Dr. Muhammad Mansur Aliyu and Mr. M.S. Diri SAN, moved for bail applications on behalf of their clients. They requested the court to consider reasonable bail terms, citing the defendants’ “established positions and cooperation during the investigation.”

Counsel to the ICPC, Mr. Suleiman Ahmad, did not oppose the bail applications. Following the consideration of the applications, Hon. Justice Sambo granted bail under specific conditions designed to ensure the defendants’ continued presence throughout the trial proceedings.

The bail conditions require each defendant to provide two sureties who are permanent residents of Sokoto State, with each surety signing a bond of one million naira (₦1,000,000). After granting bail, the ICPC prosecutor requested a date for the trial to commence, emphasizing the Commission’s preparedness to present witnesses and evidence in support of the charges.

Hon. Justice Sambo adjourned the matter to November 21, 2024, when the hearing is set to begin. The prosecution is expected to call witnesses and introduce material evidence to substantiate the allegations.

The ICPC press release was signed by Demola Bakare, Acting Director of Public Enlightenment and Education, and Spokesperson for the Commission.

 

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