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APC Group Accuses Kano Government of Underperformance

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Alhaji Usman Alhaji addressing the Press

 

A group known as the APC Patriotic Volunteers has strongly criticized the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) government in Kano State, describing its two-year administration as a “total failure marred by mismanagement, lawlessness, and propaganda.”

Speaking at a press conference in Ka on Wednesday, the group, led by its National President, Alhaji Usman Alhaji (Wazirin Gaya), outlined a series of alleged failures under the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

These include unfulfilled promises in education and infrastructure, as well as a blatant disregard for court rulings. “This administration has failed to honour the rule of law and has continued to operate with impunity,” the group alleged.

According to the APC Patriotic Volunteers, the NNPP-led administration has “virtually nothing to show” for the billions of naira received from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), and other sources. They attributed this lack of visible achievement to “petty sentiments, lack of clear-cut policy direction, poor implementation, and the appointment of incompetent individuals to manage state affairs.”

 

The group expressed particular concern over the persistent water crisis. “The governor himself admitted failure in water supply, yet the Ministry of Water Resources claimed to have spent N1.68 billion on utilities in just three months,” they said. “Meanwhile, residents continue to suffer from acute water scarcity.” They accused the administration of insincerity and mismanagement.

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The Volunteers also condemned the NNPP government’s widespread demolitions of buildings and structures across the state, describing it as a “gross violation of the rule of law.” They said the demolitions caused “loss of property worth billions of naira and several lives,” and noted that the government failed to respect court rulings on cases such as the K/Mata Eid Ground and Daula Hotel.

It was reported that on education, the group dismissed the state government’s declaration of an emergency and the allocation of 31% of the 2025 budget to the sector as “mere propaganda.” They claimed that public schools, especially in rural areas, remain in poor condition, with “overcrowded classrooms, overworked teachers, and a lack of learning materials.” According to them, “the so-called emergency on education is nothing but a deceit.”

They further criticized the NNPP administration for undermining local government autonomy, describing it as “a betrayal of President Tinubu’s efforts to strengthen governance at the grassroots.” The group alleged that local councils were recently forced to contribute funds for the reinstatement of Emir Sanusi II, “even though a court order had directed all parties to maintain the status quo.”

The group raised serious concerns over corruption and media suppression. “Despite uncovering ghost workers and diversion of Ramadan feeding funds, no serious action has been taken,” they said. They also condemned the government’s alleged attempt to silence dissenting voices by “banning live political programs on radio and ejecting media outlets from covering government activities.” The Nigerian Bar Association was commended for defending constitutional rights, with the group noting, “We appreciate the NBA’s courage in standing up for democracy.”

In addition, the Volunteers demanded accountability for $6.6 million in external loans secured between June and December 2023 and over N5 billion in ecological funds. “There is no evidence that these funds were used effectively, especially in addressing flood risks,” they said.

They criticized the handling of the Independent Power Project (IPP) initiated under the previous administration. “Instead of using the power to support water supply, it was diverted to Kwankwasiyya Housing Estate,” they claimed. “Meanwhile, key infrastructure was left to decay, worsening the water crisis.”

 

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Bank of Ghana Appoints Prof. Bashir to Chair Islamic Banking Council

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

The Bank of Ghana has appointed Professor Bashir Aliyu Umar, a distinguished Islamic scholar from Nigeria’s Bayero University, Kano (BUK), as chairman of its newly constituted council for interest-free (Islamic) banking operations.

Governor Johnson Pandit Asiama formally inaugurated the council members during a brief ceremony in Accra. Professor Umar, a seasoned lecturer in Islamic studies at BUK, will lead the body in ensuring that Ghana’s non-interest banking sector operates in full compliance with Sharia law and its associated ethical principles.

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The appointment marks a significant step for Ghana’s financial sector, underscoring the central bank’s commitment to diversifying its banking landscape amid the rapid global expansion of Islamic finance.

Umar’s selection also highlights the increasing reliance on expert scholarly oversight to maintain regulatory integrity and religious adherence within this growing alternative banking model.

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MURIC Writes ICPC, Demands Access to Elrufai

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

The Muslim Rights Concern, MURIC, has formally requested permission from the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, to visit former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, who is currently in the custody of the anti-corruption agency.

MURIC made the request in a letter submitted to the ICPC on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, by the chairman of its Abuja branch.

The group said the visit was intended to enable its representatives to meet with the former governor and assess his condition while in custody.

According to the organisation, a three-man delegation has been nominated to undertake the visit. The delegation comprises MURIC’s Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola; the chairman of the Abuja branch, Ustadh Yunus Salahudeen; and the branch’s assistant secretary, Shehu Ahmad Lemu.

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MURIC urged the ICPC to grant the delegation access to El-Rufai, stressing that the request was made in line with its civil liberties advocacy and concern for the welfare and rights of persons in detention.

The group noted that Mr El-Rufai had been in ICPC custody since Monday, February 16, 2026, following his detention by the anti-corruption commission.

MURIC said that, as of Tuesday, August 18, 2026, the former governor had spent approximately six months and two days in the custody of the commission.

The organisation did not disclose the specific conditions it intended to assess during the proposed visit, nor did it state whether the request was prompted by any particular complaint concerning El-Rufai’s treatment in custody.

The former Kaduna governor has been under scrutiny by anti-corruption authorities over allegations linked to his administration in the state. His continued detention has also attracted public attention, particularly given the length of time he has spent in custody.

MURIC’s latest request adds a civil liberties dimension to the ongoing case, with the organisation seeking direct access to the former governor through a formally constituted delegation.

The group said it was awaiting the response of the ICPC to its request.

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President Tinubu Appoints Abel Olumuyiwa As Head Of Service

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective August 27, 2026.

Mr Enitan succeeds Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, who will retire soon from the Federal Civil Service upon attaining the statutory retirement age of 60.

Mr Enitan, from Osun State, is the most senior Permanent Secretary in the Federal Civil Service.

He has served as Permanent Secretary for seven years and seven months, working at the Ministry of Police Affairs, the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, and the Office of the Vice President. He is currently the Permanent Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Education.

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He brings considerable institutional experience and a deep understanding of how the Federal Civil Service works to his new responsibility.

President Tinubu expresses his profound appreciation to Mrs Walson-Jack for her distinguished service to the nation and for the reforms, impact and innovations witnessed in the Civil Service during her tenure.

The President wishes her a fulfilling and successful life after service and conveys the nation’s gratitude for her years of dedicated and impactful public service.

President Tinubu charges the incoming Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to consolidate on the reforms and innovations already underway, deepen professionalism and efficiency across the service, and build a more effective and responsive Civil Service capable of delivering on the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The President further urges Mr Enitan to lead a Civil Service that is professional, merit-driven, accountable, innovative, and responsive to Nigerians’ needs and aspirations.

Enitan was born on December 12, 1966. He had his secondary education at Ajibode Grammar School, Ibadan and the College of Arts and Science, Ile-Ife. He later attended the University of Lagos and graduated in 1988 with a B.Sc. in Finance and Banking.

In 2015, Enitan obtained an M.Sc. in Public Policy Analysis from Nasarawa State University, Lafia.

 

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