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Group Urges Tinubu to Respect State Authority as a Federating Unit

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Kano State’s unity and progress took center stage as Ambassador Abbas Abdullahi, Director General of One Kano Agenda (OKA), addressed the press at the Kano NUJ Centre.

In a speech, he called for respect for the authority of Kano State as a recognized federating unit, emphasizing the importance of unity and collaboration in the face of recent challenges.

Ambassador Abdullahi began by extending condolences to the family of the late Galadiman Kano, Alhaji Abbas Sunusi, and the entire Kano community. “A respected elder and custodian of our traditions has departed,” he said. “We pray that Allah SWT grants him eternal peace and gives his family the strength to bear the loss.”

The Director General highlighted the recent tensions surrounding the Emirate issue, which have sparked public debates and fueled discord. “While discussions on matters of history and tradition are important, we must be careful not to allow misinformation or political manipulation to erode the unity we have built over generations,” he warned.

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Ambassador Abdullahi underscored the significance of Kano’s traditional institutions, describing the Emirate as a symbol of governance, values, and leadership. He cautioned against politicizing or exploiting this heritage for personal or partisan gain, stating, “The peace and dignity of Kano must never be sacrificed for any agenda.”

In a call to action, he urged youth, civil society groups, religious leaders, political actors, and traditional stakeholders to rise above divisions and prioritize Kano’s unity. “The strength of Kano has always been in its people—diverse, resilient, and united,” he affirmed.

Ambassador Abdullahi also appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Kano State Governor, and the respected elders of Arewa to encourage peaceful dialogue among all stakeholders. “National peace begins with local harmony, and the restoration of calm in Kano is a matter of national interest,” he said. He emphasized the need for non-partisan mediation to maintain mutual respect between state and federal institutions.

Addressing Kano’s royal fathers and traditional leaders, he called on them to provide wisdom and guidance during this critical time. “The people of Kano look up to you. Let your leadership guide us through this time with dignity and foresight,” he urged.

The Director General concluded with a message of hope and unity, encouraging all citizens to become promoters of peace. “Kano’s greatness lies ahead of us, not behind us. It is not too late to rewrite a new future together, with courage, wisdom, and a deep love for our land,” he said.

Ambassador Abbas Abdullahi’s address serves as a rallying cry for unity, peace, and progress, reaffirming the commitment of One Kano Agenda to safeguarding Kano’s traditions and fostering a brighter future for all.

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Insecurity: US lawmaker accuses Matawalle of bribe attempt to silence recommendation calling for his sack

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April 21, 2026

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Governor Matawalle

 

Kimberly Daniels, a United States Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives for District 14, has alleged that Nigeria’s minister of state for defense, Bello Matawalle, attempted to bribe a US official to deflect the narrative of the United World Congress of Diplomats, UN-WCD, report.

The lawmaker made the claim in a viral video released on her official Facebook account on Monday.

She said Matawalle’s alleged move was to cover up the UN-WCD report on Christian genocide in Nigeria, which indicted him.

Daniels insisted that no amount of pressure can silence her stand against the killings of Christians in Nigeria.

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“A US elected official was offered money by Nigeria’s minister of state defense, Bello Matawalle, to change the narrative of the UN-WCD Christian genocide in Nigeria report,” she said in the viral video.

Recall that Daniels, who doubled as the chairperson of UN-WCD, had called for President Bola Tinubu to remove Matawalle over alleged complicity in the killings in Plateau, Benue, Kaduna, and other parts of Nigeria.

Matawalle is yet to officially reply the US lawmaker.

Daniels alleged that following her recent press statement on what she described as targeted killings of Christians in Nigeria, she came under pressure from individuals she linked to the minister, including what she characterised as attempts to discredit her report and “buy support” from US-based elected officials.

According to her, an unnamed American lawmaker allegedly received an offer of financial inducement to publicly counter her position and defend the Nigerian defence leadership.

She claimed to have received evidence of a communication, including a prepared statement and promotional material, purportedly linked to the minister.

She also claimed that the bribery attempt is meant to divide America elected officials not knowing that they are united.

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Just In:President Tinubu Sacks Minister Of Finance

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle in the membership of the Federal Executive Council.

According to a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, two cabinet members, Mr. Wale Edun and Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa are to leave the cabinet while their replacements have been named.

Edun, until the latest development, was the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy. He has been directed to hand over to Mr. Taiwo Oyedele who is now to take over as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. Oyedele was formerly a Minister of State in the ministry.

Also Mr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma (PhD .) has been named as the ministerial nominee and minister designate for the Housing and Urban Development Ministry.

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The memo also directed Dangiwa to hand over to the Minister of State in the ministry.

The memo stated that “all handing over and taking over processes should be completed on or before close of business on Thursday 23rd April, 2026.”

Explaining the President’s decision, Akume said: “These changes are aimed at strengthening cohesion, synergy in governance as well as achieving more impactful delivery on the economy to Nigerians, through the Renewed Hope Agenda.”

He said the President, in approving the cabinet reshuffle, has fully exercised his powers as conferred on him by Sections 147 and 148 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (1999, as amended).

The President thanked the outgoing ministers for their services to the nation while wishing them the best in all their future endeavours.

The President, Akume noted, equally assured all cabinet members that “the process of reinvigoration shall be continuous.”

Signed:

Yomi Odunuga,
Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation

21-04-2026

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JUST IN: FG Files 13 Count Charges Against Alleged Coup Plotters

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The Federal Government has filed a 13-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja against individuals accused of plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. Among those named in the suit are a retired major general, a retired naval captain, a serving police inspector, and three other suspects.

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According to security sources, the coup was scheduled to be executed on Nigeria’s Independence Day. However, the plot was uncovered after preparations and plans were leaked, leading to its successful disruption.

The development prompted the Federal Government to cancel the Independence Day programme—a move described as highly unusual by political observers.

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