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State of Emergency in Zamfara State Urgently Needed, Say Coalition of Arewa Media Activists

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In a stern communique issued by the Coalition of Arewa Media Activists, including Nigerian Tracker,signed by Ibrahim Muazzam on Saturday , October 28, 2023, the dire security situation in Zamfara State was brought to the forefront, with the coalition deeming it necessary to address the escalating crisis and propose a solution.

The coalition, comprised of concerned media activists, made a comprehensive assessment of the security challenges in Zamfara State over the last three months, and the consensus was that the situation had worsened considerably, with recurring incidents of kidnapping, mass killings, and banditry. These issues have resulted in the loss of numerous lives, crippled the state’s economy, and obstructed any meaningful development.

The communique read by Ibrahim Muazzam at Kano Press centre said the coalition underscored that the responsibility for the escalating crisis lay primarily with the administration of Governor Dauda Lawan.

They accused the administration of displaying a lack of responsiveness, negligence, and a callous attitude toward addressing the security challenges. Furthermore, the coalition alleged that the governor was engaging in political gamesmanship, unfounded allegations against the federal government, and unnecessary vendettas against his predecessor, all of which diverted attention from the urgent security matters.

Moreover, the coalition pointed out that the federal government had made several efforts through the Ministry of Defense to foster collaboration and enact effective measures to tackle the worsening security situation in Zamfara State. However, they noted that these attempts were often obstructed and undermined by the state government without justifiable reasons.

One particularly distressing incident highlighted by the coalition was Governor Dauda  Lawan’s foreign trip when female students of the Federal University Gusau were abducted. While the federal government promptly launched a rescue mission through its security agencies, the state government’s response was notably absent, signifying a lack of responsive leadership and commitment to safeguarding the lives and properties of Zamfara’s residents.

The coalition concluded that Governor Dauda Lawan’s focus appeared to be more on political vendettas and discrediting others than on the welfare and security of the state. They warned that such an approach by the state government would result in devastating consequences and unparalleled distractions within the state.

Consequently, the coalition made a fervent call to the President of the Federal Republic and the federal legislature to consider declaring a state of emergency in Zamfara. They deemed this necessary because, in their view, effective security measures were unattainable without an able and cooperative leadership in the state. Cooperation and synergy with the federal government and other stakeholders were seen as imperative to combat the security challenges effectively. The coalition urged the federal authorities to prioritize the state’s welfare over political considerations and take decisive action to prevent Zamfara from descending into further calamity and unprecedented disaster

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BREAKING: Fintiri Sacks Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar As Wazirin Adamawa

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and 2023 Presidential Hopeful

The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has stripped himself and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Governor Boni Haruna and others of traditional titles. The trio hold the titles of Sarki Yaki Mubi, Waziri Adamawa and Makama Mubi respectively. This is along with all other traditional title holders in the state whose traditional jurisdictions have been affected by the recent exercise of creation of emirates and chiefdoms.

Making this proclamation at the coronation ceremony of the newly appointed Chief of Madagali chiefdom, the governor proclaimed that as a policy, all District Heads are to transfer their loyalty, rights and privileges to their new emirates and chiefdoms. He pointedly added:
“Hence, traditional titles acquired from the old emirates and chiefdoms are hereby dropped. The constituted traditional councils of the new emirates and chiefdoms, are therefore directed to recommend new titles for approval in line with the statutory dictates of the tradition.”

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Incidentally, all the new emirates and chiefdoms were carved out of the emirates of Adamawa and Mubi from which they all hold their traditional titles.

Fintiri, who hails from Madagali, holds the traditional title of Sarki Yaki Mubi; Atiku, who hails from Jada, holds the title of Waziri Adamawa; and Haruna, who hails from Michika, holds the title of Makaman Mubi. By implication, therefore, Fintiri himself, Atiku, Haruna and all others whose traditional jurisdictions are affected have lost their titles.

As directed by the governor, the Lamido of the present Adamawa emirate is expected, if he is so desirous, to forward Atiku’s name along with others for reappointment to the governor for approval.

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Reduce Prices Of Foodstuff ’, Nigerian Govt Issues Warning To Traders, Shop Owners

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has called on traders across the country to reduce the prices of foodstuff in the market.

The call by the Federal government comes shortly after it was announced that the inflation rate of the nation had dropped to 24.48 percent.

Speaking during the 2025 Wheat Farmers Green Field Day at Dabi village in Ringim Local Government Area of Jigawa State, Abubakar Kyari, the Minister of Agriculture and Natural Resources alleged that most traders were only exploiting Nigerians.

Condemning the nonchalant attitude showcased by some traders and farmers alike, the minister said the drop in inflation has not reflected in the prices of foodstuff in the market.

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He also stated that such act from traders is unpatriotic and should not be acceptable any where.

Citing some instances, Kyari said that while the prices of commodities like sugar, rice, flour and pasta has reduced retailers, bakers and even some shop owners still peg their prices on the high side.

He said these group of people are doing a disservice to Nigerians and are hereby warned to desist from such action.

The minister said, “In previous months, stakeholders in the retail value chain raised concerns about the rising cost of food items. Now that the prices have dropped, such as flour, which fell from N81,000 per bag to below N60,000, and spaghetti, which has fallen from N20,000 to N15,000.

“It is only fair and just to let consumers benefit from food price reduction,” he added.

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Alleged N33.8bn fraud: Funds paid into my account not from ministry of power – Witness

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A witness in the trial of former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman has told a Federal High Court that the narration of funds paid into his account did not indicate they came from the ministry.

Abdullahi Suleiman, who is a bureau de change operator, said his companies received funds in their different bank accounts before and after Mamman’s tenure as minister.

Mamman is facing a 12-count charge bordering on conspiracy to commit money laundering worth N33.8 billion preferred against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

At the cross-examination by the defence counsel on Tuesday, Femi Ate (SAN), Suleiman admitted that the funds contained in the Accountant General of the Federation entries were paid into his companies’ accounts.

The payments are: Fullest Utility Concept received N254m and N49.6m on May 9, 2018; N659.9m received on January 16, 2019 and N407m on July 20, 2019.

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Platinum Touch Enterprise Ltd received N849m on October 21, 2021; N86.5m and 86.9m and N97m on October 29, 2021.

Silverline Ocean Ventures received N90m on February 24, 2022, and N82m and N90m on March 30, 2022; Bureau Change received N90m and N92m on March 30, 2022; and Royal Promoter Venture received N85m.

The witness stated that he knew that the money he received in 2023, while the EFCC were still investigating the matter, came from one Mustapha Abubakar Bida through Maina Goje, who was also questioned by the EFCC, adding that some funds (N217m) were returned to the anti-graft agency, including some dollars.

“I received money before and after the minister’s appointment and departure. Maina Goje did not tell me why he said I should make payment to the EFCC,” he said.

He admitted that the narration of the transfer read, ‘Federal MI being payment for office consumer’ and other similar narrations.

However, under re-examination by EFCC counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN), Suleiman admitted that when the EFCC invited him to their office, they informed him that the funds came from the Ministry of Power.

Another witness, Misbahu Idris of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company testified that he worked with the ex-minister as a special assistant and facilitated the disbursement of funds sent by Goje “Based on instructions from Engr Sale Mamman.”

Meanwhile, the court has adjourned the matter to Wednesday for the cross-examination of the witness.

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