Kano high court has invalidated the dissolution of state, local and ward executive Council of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano, amounting the decision of the National Working Committee (NWC) null and void.

In an exparte order granted by Justice Nasiru Saminu on Tuesday, the equally restrained the National Working Committee of NNPP from taking any further step regarding the leadership structure of the party in Kano until the hearing and determination of motion on notice filed by the plaintiff.

In a suit No. K/06/2026 instituted by one Abdullahi Zubairu Imam and five others (plaintiffs) on behalf of the executive Committee of NNPP at 44 local government areas of the state was filed against the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) as defendant, challenging their dissolution.

In the interim injunction, Justice Saminu also directed all parties to maintain Status-Quo-Ante as at 30th December, 2025, prior to the purported dissolution directive issued by the NWC of the party.

“After hearing on the matter filed by K.K. Njidda Esq with S.A. Muhammad Esq counsels to the Applicants the court hereby order an interim injunction restraining the Defendant/Respondent either by himself, his agents, privies cohort, ad-hoc Committees, National Working Committee or any other persons acting on its Instruction howsoever described from appointing Caretaker Committees for the State, Local Government and Ward levels Executives of Kano State or taking any further step In respect of the subject matter of this suit pending the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice filed before this court.

“An order of interim injunction mandating the Defendant/Respondent maintain STATUS QUO ANTE as at 30 December, 2025 prior to the purported dissolution of the Kano State, Local Government and Ward levels executives pending the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice.

“AN ORDER of this Honorable Court granting the Plaintiffs/Applicants to issue and serve the process in this suit on the Defendant at its National Secretariat situate at 11 Mahatma Gandhi Street, Area 11, Garki Abuja, Nigeria which is the outside the jurisdiction of this court”. A copy of the order as signed by Abba Sa’ad, registrar read.

Recall that the NWC of the NNPP declared the dissolution of the executive Council of the party across the party structure in Kano following the suspension of Hon. Hashim Dungurawa as Chairman of the party in the state. Dungurawa has been replaced by Abdullahi Abiya in acting capacity.

Mallam Inuwa Waya has felicitated the Executive Governor of Kano State, His Excellency Abba Kabir Yusuf, on the occasion of his 63rd birthday, describing the milestone as a celebration of a life devoted to public service, leadership, and the development of Kano State.

He commended the Governor’s resilience, commitment to good governance, and dedication to improving the welfare of the people, noting that these qualities continue to inspire many across the state and beyond.

Mallam Inuwa Waya prayed that Almighty Allah grants the Governor good health, long life, wisdom, and renewed strength to continue serving Kano State and humanity with success.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Tuesday paid courtesy visits to former Heads of State, General Ibrahim Babangida and General Abdulsalami Abubakar, as well as Governor Muhammed Umaru Bago of Niger State, reaffirming the commitment of Nigerian Army to operational excellence, enhanced security and collaboration with state governments and national leaders.

Lieutenant General Shaibu highlighted the ongoing initiatives by the Nigerian Army to strengthen training, doctrine and operational readiness across formations. He briefed the former leaders and the state government on exercises being conducted across Army training institutions, aimed at ensuring personnel receive practical and mission-oriented training. These exercises also help evaluate the operational disposition of combat units and identify gaps that may require additional troops or the establishment of new formations.

Emphasizing the strategic importance of Niger State’s vast landmass, Gen Shaibu stated:

“We are consolidating all available resources and leveraging technology to address security challenges effectively. Niger State holds a special place in our history; I have previously served here as a Training and Doctrine Commander and many of my colleagues also share a deep connection with this state. It is, in many ways, regarded as home.”

He also highlighted operational visits to the 31st, 11th and 18th Brigades in Bida, aimed at assessing operational gaps and providing resources to curb recent insecurity in the state.

In their responses, both General Ibrahim Babangida and General Abdulsalami Abubakar welcomed the COAS, praising his dedication, expertise and visionary leadership and commending the Nigerian Army for maintaining high standards of professionalism and operational excellence.

Both former leaders congratulated the COAS on his assumption of duty and prayed for courage, wisdom, and sustained success in leading the Army through contemporary security challenges.

Representing Governor Bago, Deputy Governor, Dr Yakubu Garba welcomed the COAS to Niger State and commended the Army’s proactive support in addressing security issues. He highlighted ongoing challenges in the state and expressed confidence that the partnership with the Nigerian Army would restore peace and stability.

“We are confident that, with the partnership of the Nigerian Army, we will overcome current challenges and protect lives and communities,”he said.

In a statement by Colonel Appolonia Anele the acting Director Army public relations said the visits highlight the commitment of the Nigerian Army to operational excellence, collaboration with government authorities and the protection of national security interests.