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Jigawa PDP Stakeholders Condemn Manhandling of Sule Lamido, Urge Him to Seek Alternative Platform

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Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Jigawa State have condemned what they described as the “manhandling” and unfair treatment of former Jigawa State Governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido, by the party’s national leadership.

The condemnation came during a meeting of the Forum of Former PDP Local Government Council Chairmen in Jigawa State. The forum, led by Jigawa PDP Chairman Babandi Abubakar Gumel, visited Lamido at his Kano office to present their resolutions.

According to the forum, the PDP leadership failed to protect Lamido’s rights and honor by denying him the opportunity to contest for the national chairmanship of the party. They described recent developments, including the controversial Ibadan Convention and the incident at Wadata Plaza, as “shameful and disgraceful,” accusing the party of deepening internal divisions.

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In a communique issued after the meeting, the forum resolved as follows:

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– They condemned the manner in which Lamido was treated, insisting he was denied his legitimate right to contest.
– They declared that the PDP is no longer a formidable platform at the national level due to persistent factions, rancor, and mistrust among members.
– They mandated Lamido to, in his wisdom, seek a viable political platform that would allow them to pursue their vision for Jigawa State and Nigeria.
– They reaffirmed their loyalty to Lamido, pledging to follow him wherever he goes politically.

The forum also highlighted Lamido’s long-standing political credentials, recalling his leadership roles from the PRP Youth Wing in the 1970s, his election into the House of Representatives in 1979, his tenure as Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in old Kano, and later as National Secretary of the SDP during the historic 1993 Abiola election victory.

They noted that Lamido remains the only surviving member of the G9 and G18 political blocs who has never abandoned the PDP, despite the challenges posed by the late Muhammadu Buhari’s entry into partisan politics and the political realignments that followed in the North.

In his remarks, former Governor Sule Lamido expressed appreciation for the solidarity shown by the Jigawa PDP stakeholders. He reiterated his commitment to protecting the PDP’s legacy of resilience, while also defending his right to seek justice.

“I went to court not to insist on contesting but to show my right,” Lamido explained. He further noted that Damagum remains the PDP’s acting National Chairman until early December, when his tenure is expected to expire.

“Let us wait and see the expiration of Iliya Damagum’s tenure. PDP has a history of resilience, and I am out to protect that. I remain a staunch supporter of the PRP tradition and will continue to protect the interest of the party,” Lamido stated.

 

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Group warns Kwankwaso Against Using Social Media Handlers To undermine security and public order in Kano .

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The Kano Peace Coalition Group, has uncovered a report on how the Leader of Kwankwasiyya Movement, Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, allegedly manipulate Youth groups to create uncertainty and chaos in the ancient City of Kano.

The State Coordinator of the Group, Datti Datti Tukur, said in a release, Tuesday, that the Youth’s who are members of Kwankwasiyya Movement from the branches of the Social Media, have recently taken on their accounts attacking prominent political figures including the state Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, Abdullahi U GANDUJE and anyone that disagrees with his self serving political philosophy.
The group specifically singled out a case in which the Kwankwasiyya handlers degnirated the personality of Gov Yusuf depicting him in female attires wearing makeup.

Datti further added that, One of the characters involved in these atrocities was Abba Ibrahim Hussain aka Aiha, a notorious cyber stalker allegedly on the payroll of KWANKWASO.

“Available record shows that Hussain has been charged to a Magistrate Court 47 Zungeru Road, and reminded in Prison on 23 February 2026 for the offences of Cyber Bullying, Stalking and inciting public disturbances” by the DSS kano command.

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Similarly the Group also cited a case of one Abdulmajid Danbilki Kwamanda who was cautioned in the past by the security operatives for allegedly being used by Kwankwaso to denigrate the character of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and creat tension in the state.

The group further added that “Despite clear facts against him, Danbilki was neither detained nor harassed by the security Agency”.

They said, reports available to them, also identified one Samir Sani Hanga, Son of the Senator representing Kano Central, Sani Hanga, who was also accused of Cyber Bullying and Staking but cautioned by the security to desist from such criminal behavior in the presence of his father.

“Investigation also uncovered the involvement of one Abdullahi Aminu Warkal, another Kwankwasiyya social media handler who was alleged to have been harassed by the Security operatives.

“Report however indicated that Warkal was invited by the security agency to explain how he defrauded the government of N10 Million.

The Coordinator, appealed to Amnesty International who was said to have issued a statement alleging harassment of Political opponents in Kano to verify every claim with the spirit of fairness and professionalism before taking stand to avoid compromising the group’s reputation and credibility.

“That as a respected INGO, Amnesty International should not allow itself to be compromised by anybody but including KWANKWASO.”
The need to investigate and verify claims before rushing to the press is sacrosanct and complementary to the efforts of security agencies towards eradicating the menace of cyber bullying and disrespect for constituted authority.

He said, “Kano is a respected State with People of dignity, integrity and religious consciousness. No one will be happy to see some misguided individuals sponsored to disrespect elders and leaders. The Amnesty International should look at the issues of cyber bullying, stalking and incitement that clearly violates the law.

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President Tinubu Decorates Disu as New IGP

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has decorated the newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, with his new rank at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The decoration took place during the swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday and attended by top government officials and some family members of the new acting IGP.

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With the swearing-in, the Acting IGP, Disu becomes Nigeria’s 23rd Inspector-General of Police.

His appointment follows the resignation of the former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.

The Presidency linked Egbetokun’s resignation to pressing family considerations.

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BREAKING: DSS Stalls Own Case Against El-Rufai, Claims Ex-Governor Not in Their Custody

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the scheduled arraignment of Nasir el-Rufai, a former governor of Kaduna State, until April 23.

Mr. el-Rufai is facing a three-count charge brought by the Department of State Services (DSS) related to the alleged unlawful interception of a telephone conversation. The charges stem from comments the former governor made during a television interview.

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The court had initially set Wednesday, February 25, for his arraignment. However, during Wednesday’s proceedings, Mr. el-Rufai was not produced in court.

Oluwole Aladedoyin, counsel for the prosecution, informed the court that the former governor is currently being detained by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in connection with a separate matter.

“Unfortunately, the defendant is with the ICPC, and I do not know how far the investigation with the ICPC has gone,” Mr. Aladedoyin explained to the court.

The charges against the former governor pertain to an alleged breach of the Cybercrimes Act.

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