By: Ahmad Muhammad Sani Gwarzo.

The people of Gwarzo Local Government Area continue to celebrate the arrival of a highly respected traditional medical practitioner who offers free herbal treatment to the public, widely known as Dr. Sam Zuga, a man whose exceptional gift has won admiration across Nigeria.

Residents describe his presence as a blessing, noting that his long-standing commitment to healing has brought hope to countless individuals in different communities.

Dr. Sam Zuga, originally from Gboko in Benue State, has been recognized as a certified traditional medical expert, having obtained and possessed all authorized government certifications for his practice since the year 2003.

His professional documentation and approvals underline his credibility, legal compliance, and the authenticity of his work within the Nigerian health regulatory space.

He began offering free herbal treatment nationwide as far back as 2003, the very year his organization officially began its humanitarian service to the public.

His visit to Gwarzo has gathered immense interest, especially among the poor and underserved who struggle to access modern healthcare due to economic challenges.

Many residents believe that his therapies help with conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, eye problems, ear infections, fibroid-related issues, joint pains, asthma, and immune system complications.

The herbal remedies he administers are rooted in natural healing traditions, supported by prayers and trust in the Creator.

A strong message has continued to resonate among community members: medicine does not conflict with religion. Whether a person is Muslim or Christian, the treatment works by God’s permission.

Once a patient declares “tawakaltu Alallah”—meaning complete trust in Allah—residents believe the Almighty allows the medicine to achieve healing according to His will.

This understanding has strengthened community confidence, encouraging people to accept treatment with open hearts and deep faith.

During separate interviews, Alhaji Mansur Sani Gwarzo and Hajiya Haulatu Abdullahi Bakin Rafi shared their testimonies of past consultations, noting significant improvement after using the herbal remedies.

They reaffirmed their satisfaction with the treatment and emphasized that natural medicine, when taken responsibly and with trust in God, contributes meaningfully to healing.

Their experiences mirror the joy expressed across the community as people welcome a support system that reaches the elderly, women, youths, and persons with limited resources.

Healthcare observers in the region acknowledged the role of traditional medicine but advised that all treatments, whether modern or herbal, should be used respectfully and safely.

The arrival of a certified practitioner like Dr. Sam Zuga has renewed conversations about the value of regulated traditional medicine in underserved communities.

Residents believe that blending faith, natural therapy, and good guidance creates a balanced path toward recovery.

Across several gatherings, people have described the initiative as a sign of compassion, humanity, and community upliftment.

Local leaders have extended their appreciation, stating that free healthcare initiatives reinforce unity and social well-being.

Youth groups noted that such humanitarian acts inspire hope and remind society that caring for humanity remains one of the greatest virtues.

Women in the area have expressed gratitude for the relief these services bring at a time when many families face financial stress.

Testimonies continue to spread, with more residents expressing their willingness to seek treatment and praying for complete healing.

Health volunteers advised recipients to follow instructions carefully and maintain patience during treatment to ensure safety and positive outcomes.

They stressed that all healing ultimately comes from God, and medicine—whether herbal or modern—is only a medium through which He grants recovery.

Elders in the community said the visit highlights the enduring value of indigenous knowledge passed down through generations.

They encouraged residents to uphold peace, unity, and cooperation as they embrace beneficial initiatives.

Local youths appealed for more programmes of this nature, believing they can reduce community health burdens and raise awareness.

Patients who spoke with reporters expressed comfort and renewed hope after their encounters with the certified practitioner.

Observers believe the programme will leave a lasting impact on public health in Gwarzo if sustained.

The community remains optimistic that such generosity will continue, especially when healthcare costs are rising nationwide.

Stakeholders applauded the spirit of service, calling on more practitioners to emulate this model of community support.

Religious leaders again reaffirmed that healing is solely in God’s hands and that medicine—whether herbal or modern—does not discriminate between Muslims and Christians.

They emphasized that faith and responsible usage allow the treatment to work in line with divine purpose.

Residents prayed for continued blessings, guidance, and expansion of beneficial initiatives that uplift the community.

In conclusion, the people of Gwarzo expressed profound appreciation for the humanitarian mission, viewing it as a shining example of sincerity, compassion, and fear of God strengthened by the fact that the practitioner has been fully certified and authorized by the government since 2003 to carry out his healing work.

The fight against corruption in Nigeria is as dangerous as fighting armed Colombian drug cartels, former Chairman of Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), Muhyi Magaji Rimin Gado, has said.

The Medellín Cartel led by Pablo Escobar and the Cali Cartel dominated cocaine trafficking, leading Colombia to vast illicit wealth for the few whose crimes promoted corruption, violence, mass public revenge, and prolonged bloody gunfights with the authorities. The PCACC was established in April 2005 to fight corruption in Kano State.

Mr. Magaji also warned that the increase in violence and banditry in the North is partly linked to the naked abuse and stealing of public funds by corrupt officials whose self-serving policies create a stagnant pool of poverty and human misery from which criminals find many potential recruits.

He said it was when he started investigating corruption petitions, doing his statutory duties, that he discovered the suspect companies were linked to his former Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, discovering that a lot of Public-Private Partnership Initiatives were actually linked to the former Governor. He said he also discovered billions of illicit funds relating to the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), especially concerning fraudulent land rents.

The anti-corruption crusader said his experience while investigating an avalanche of corruption cases in Kano indicated that corrupt politicians are like cancerous ailments that should be removed through a painful but necessary surgical operation before Nigeria can reclaim her pride in the comity of nations.

He said Nigerians should explore democratic opportunities to the brim by casting their votes against a league of corrupt elites that have sold the birthrights of the people.

He said his decision to investigate the looting of billions of public funds in Kano State under former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje spurred ceaseless threats to his life and that of his family, culminating in his arrest last week Friday by tens of armed security guards who drove him from Kano to Abuja in the night where he was locked up. He said for 17 hours he and his family were subjected to harrowing experiences. He said the armed men bundled him into a vehicle where he was sandwiched between armed policemen who drove in the night from Kano to Abuja in order to gag him. He said if armed bandits had attacked the convoy, there was only a slim chance that any of them would escape.

“The cases I started investigating in Kano involved billions of public funds diverted by public officials. They are desperate to kill in order to sit on stolen funds. They are as dangerous as drug cartels in Colombia. Fighting them is like fighting drug lords.”

He said corruption cannot be fought effectively when law enforcement agents are compromised by the same corrupt politicians who have no respect for accountability.

Rimin Gado said some policemen are currently being used against him by powerful but stupendously corrupt politicians who feed on the misery of the toiling masses. He said he was deeply concerned that the Police initiated criminal investigation into a judicial process, duly initiated under Section 211 of the Nigerian Constitution, and that it is prejudicial for the police to hunt and malign someone who has filed corruption charges on behalf of the State against politicians that consistently ruin the frontiers of democracy and human prosperity.

“I was given fiat by the Attorney General to prosecute allegations of offenses against the laws of Kano State. Why arrest me for doing what I have a legal duty to do? Why not arrest the State if they can?

“The police have no legal or moral reasons to enquire about what is already before the Court of Law, especially a criminal matter which the court had already taken cognizance of,” he said.

He spoke as a Keynote Speaker on the topic Youth as Catalyst of Integrity: Building a Corruption-Free Future for Nigeria, at the Public Presentation of the 19th Edition of the Compendium on 100 Profile Corruption Cases in Nigeria held in Lagos on Tuesday. The event was organised by the Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) in partnership with local and international groups to mark this year’s International Anti-Corruption Day celebration. The theme of the conference was Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity.

Rimin Gado said from his experience in Kano, corrupt politicians are as vicious as the world’s most violent drug lords who are prepared to kill and burn the country down rather than face justice or give up their crimes. He said prosperity and development in Nigeria would remain stunted as long as corrupt actors dominate the political economy.

Arrangements have been completed for the successful conduct of the 41st Annual General Meeting of Birnin-Kudu Old Boys Association (BIKOBA), the umbrella body of the Old Students of the famous Government Unity College, Birnin-Kudu (formerly Government College, Birnin-Kudu), Jigawa State.

The event, scheduled to take place on Saturday, the 13th of December, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Assembly Hall of the College, will feature a public lecture to be delivered by Alhassan Mohammed, an Assistant Director at the Central Bank of Nigeria.

The lecture, titled “Enhancing Career Development Through Information Technology”, will focus on the importance of acquiring information technology skills, and the appropriate and effective use of its tools for efficient career building in the digital age.

Pharmacist Hashim Ubale Yusuf will chair the occasion, with the Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar Namadi, FCA, as Special Guest of Honour, while former Governors of Kano and Jigawa States, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje (CON) and Alhaji Sule Lamido (CON), will serve as Guests of Honour, respectively.

Additionally, prominent members of BIKOBA, such as the richest man in Africa and President of Dangote Group of Companies, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Senator Mustafa Habeeb representing Jigawa Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, and many distinguished personalities from all walks of life produced by the College, are expected to grace the occasion.

His Highness, the 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, CFR, JP, who is also an alumnus of the College, will be the Royal Father of the Day, while the Chief Host of the event will be the National President of BIKOBA, Alhaji Ja’afar Usman Muhammad (Turakin Gaya).

In a statement, the National Publicity Secretary of BIKOBA, Mahmud Ibrahim Kwari, said major highlights of the AGM include awards presentation to deserving distinguished personalities, as well as the ratification and approval of an audited account report containing financial transactions of the Association in the outgoing year, by the General Assembly.

Government officials, members of traditional institutions, community leaders, officials of the Parent Teachers Association (PTA), School-Based Management Committee (SBMC), as well as members and friends of the BIKOBA family, are expected to fully attend the historic annual event.