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Governor Yusuf Flags Off ₦16 Billion Gratuity Payment for Former APC Councillors, Others in Kano

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In a landmark move aimed at promoting justice, fairness, and equity in governance, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has officially flagged off the payment of over ₦16 billion in outstanding gratuities and allowances for former councillors and political office holders across the state’s 44 Local Government Councils. The event took place on Wednesday in Kano.

Speaking during the flag-off ceremony, Governor Yusuf emphasized that the payment was not a political gesture but a moral obligation and legal entitlement owed to those who diligently served the state. “This payment is not a privilege; it is a right. It is our way of appreciating their service and upholding the principles of justice and fairness,” the governor said.

In a statement signed by Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, Hon. Commissioner, Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs said according to the governor, the initiative reflects his administration’s core values of dignity, equity, and accountability in public service. “This moment is not merely ceremonial; it symbolizes our administration’s unwavering commitment to upholding dignity, fairness, and accountability in public service,” Yusuf stated.

The Governor recalled that when the matter of unpaid gratuities was brought before the Kano State Executive Council, the decision to approve the payment was unanimous, irrespective of the political affiliations of the affected councillors. “It was not right to deny people their entitlements after they have served diligently. This administration has resolved to be different,” he declared.

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Governor Yusuf lamented the failure of the previous administration under the APC to fulfill these obligations. “Councillors from the 484 wards across the 44 local government councils, who served at different times, were unjustly denied their gratuity. We cannot toe that same line of injustice,” he added.

The payment scheme covers various categories of beneficiaries, including former councillors, vice chairmen, local government chairmen, supervisory councillors, and special advisers. The disbursement will be implemented in three phases:

* **Tranche A (2014–2017):** ₦1.8 billion to be immediately disbursed to 903 beneficiaries.
* **Tranche B (2018–2020):** ₦5.6 billion for 1,198 beneficiaries, scheduled for disbursement between May and July 2025.
* **Tranche C (2021–2024):** ₦8.2 billion allocated for 1,371 beneficiaries, to be disbursed between August and November 2025.

In addition to these gratuity payments, the Governor revealed that ₦1.27 billion has been earmarked and is currently being disbursed to cover housing and furniture allowances for current elected and appointed political office holders in the local government areas.

“These payments go beyond financial transactions. They represent our values — that service must be respected, commitments must be honored, and leadership must be accountable,” Governor Yusuf stated, reinforcing the symbolic and practical importance of the gesture.

The governor also used the occasion to commend the efforts of various stakeholders who contributed to the success of the exercise. “I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the verification teams, finance officers, oversight committees, and administrative coordinators for their meticulous and tireless work,” he said.

He concluded his address with a call for continued unity, cooperation, and shared commitment to development. “Let us work together to build a more prosperous and inclusive Kano State. With pride in our collective effort and confidence in our shared future, I hereby launch the first phase of these payments,” Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf declared.

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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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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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