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APC Arewa Youths Merger Group Gives Journalist Ja’afar Ja’afar 24 Hours to Apologize to DSP Barau I Jibrin

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The APC Arewa Youths Merger Group has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to journalist Ja’afar Ja’afar, demanding an apology to the Deputy Senate President of Nigeria, Senator Barau I Jibrin, or face legal action. The group condemned Ja’afar for his remarks alleging that all the problems in Kano State are orchestrated by Senator Barau I Jibrin, while exonerating former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.

In a communique issued to journalists after an emergency meeting held by the group’s executives, the APC Arewa Youths Merger Group accused Ja’afar of attempting to discredit Senator Barau I Jibrin and divide APC members. They claimed that Ja’afar has a history of discrediting prominent figures in Kano, particularly those affiliated with the APC.

The group highlighted that Ja’afar had previously released a video involving dollar transactions to discredit former Governor Ganduje, which led to criticism of Kano in the North. They alleged that Ja’afar is being used as a journalist to defame elders in Kano State, violating the principles of journalism.

Zaitawa, a member of the group, stated that even the current Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has not escaped Ja’afar’s fabrications. “If it were not for our respect for journalism, we would have taken legal action against him already,” Zaitawa said.

Hon Musa Mujahid accused Ja’afar of using his position as a journalist to defame the profession and insult elders. He claimed that Ja’afar accepted a contract to defame DSP Barau I Jibrin and spread lies about him.

Mujahid challenged Ja’afar for not addressing critical issues such as the lack of education in Kano, which UNICEF reported as having a low literacy rate due to government negligence. Instead, Mujahid accused Ja’afar of fabricating lies and blaming Barau I Jibrin for every dispute in Kano.

Zaitawa further alleged that Ja’afar had previously lied about food distribution issues and the tax bill, which were later approved by the Kano governor. He questioned why Ja’afar did not speak out about the shortcomings of the Kano State government and the dishonesty of its officials.

The APC Arewa Youths Merger Group warned Ja’afar that the youth of the APC in the North would not tolerate his defamation of their leaders. They demanded that Ja’afar retract his statement and apologize to Barau I Jibrin within 24 hours or face legal action in court.

 

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Nigeria’s Democracy Survives Threats – General Abubakar

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Former military Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, says Nigeria’s democracy has survived threats from forces seeking to destroy it.

Abubakar stated this at the public presentation of a book, ‘Celebrating 100 Years of Political Party Evolution in Nigeria — The Imperatives of Nigeria’s Political Stability: Issues and Solutions’, by the Inter-Party Advisory Council, IPAC, on Thursday in Abuja.

The ex-Head of State, who was represented by Abdulrasheed Aliyu, a retired general, said democracy has come to stay in Nigeria.

There is no substitute for the government of the people, by the people, and for the people, which democracy represents, as sovereignty resides with the people.

“I am happy that my government, as the then military head of state, ushered in this era of democracy when I handed over power to the elected president on 29th May 1999.

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“My government laid this solid foundation for democratic governance. It also shows that when leaders are patriotic, passionate, resolute, and unwavering in building strong democratic structures and institutions, democracy can flourish and yield its dividends to citizens.

We should, therefore, keep watering and nurturing the tree of democracy, as there is no alternative to civil rule. Our democracy has been tested and shaken by reactionary forces and survived. It is a testament to citizens’ belief and resilience in representative governance,” he said.

It can be recalled that Abubakar was sworn in as Head of State after the death of Sani Abacha in June 1998.

He was Nigeria’s last military leader, who handed over power to democratically elected Olusegun Obasanjo in 1999, keeping his promise of returning the country to civilian rule.

He applauded IPAC for the foresight in articulating and writing this historic book on 100 years of political party evolution in Nigeria, saying it is a milestone in the nation’s democratic process.

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Prof. Gwarzo celebrates Abuja Varsity VC Prof. Aisha Maikudi on 42nd Birthday

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The Founder and President of MAAUN Group of Universities, Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has congratulated the Vice Chancellor of University of Abuja, Prof. Aisha Sani Maikudi, on her 42nd birthday.

The congratulatory message is contained in a statement personally signed by Prof. Gwarzo and made available to newsmen in Kano on Friday.

Prof. Gwarzo, who described the celebrant as an epitome of scholarship, elegance and courage, hailed her for her patience and humility.

“On behalf of MAAUN Group of Universities, I wish to congratulate Prof. Aisha Sani Maikudi who is a Professor of International Law on the milestone in grace and good health,” he said.

Prof. Gwarzo prayed to Almighty Allah to continue to shower His blessings on the celebrant and her family.

He also prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the celebrant long life in good health to enable her to take the university to greater heights for the development of higher education in the country.

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Project Monitoring Tour: Ma’aji Sumaila Expresses Dismay Over School Project In Doguwa Local Government, Summons Contractor

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The Honorable Commissioner Ministry for Public Procurement Project Monitoring and Evaluation, Kano Comrade Nura Ma’aji Sumaila Expressed dismay over the lack of tangible development about ongoing construction of the Kwankwasiyya Gida-Gida Blocks of 4 Classroom in Rufa’i town of Doguwa Local Government

Yesterday, the Honorable Commissioner expressed disappointment during the ongoing monitoring tour over inability of the contractor to show up to the site despite percentage payment.

The Honorable Commissioner said that so far since the ongoing monitoring tour he has satisfied with most of the projects visited but he has not been happy with what he witnessed in Rufa’i town of Doguwa Local Government

“This is the only project that gives us a headache with the contractor nowhere to be found and with no progress report.”

“I have given an instruction to summon the contractor, to come to the office tomorrow so that we can hear directly from him.”

The Honorable Commissioner Comrade Nura Ma’aji Sumaila vowed to protect government interest in project implementation and emphasized on the quality of projects to ensure transparency, accountability and value for money in public procurement and projects implementation across the state.

The Honorable Commissioner yesterday took a tour, inspected six projects in Kiru, Tudun Wada and Doguwa local governments.

He inspected Upgrading/General Renovation of Kafin Mai Yaki Primary Health Care to General Hospital, construction of 5 kilometer road, Tudun Wada and general renovation of Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso College of Arts, Science and Remedial Studies, Tudun Wada.

Other Places visited by the honorable Commissioner included construction of 5 kilometer road at Doguwa local government and construction of Kwankwasiyya Gida-Gida Blocks of 4 Classrooms in Tudun Wada model and Rufa’i town, Doguwa local government

Sagiru Ado Abubakar, Information Officer, MPPPM&E, Kano

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