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Bauchi Guber Race: North West Bauchi Citizens Support Suphi

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Abbas Yushau Yusuf

In what appears like turn of events in Bauchi politics, the citizens of Bauchi state resident across the seven states of the North West zone, put their weight behind Bauchi Gubernatorial candidate under the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Mallam Usman Adamu Suphi in the forthcoming general election, 2027.

This was disclosed in a press release issued by the Suphi Campaign Coordinator, North West Zone, Bello A. Bello (Nalardi), in Kano, Sunday, after the meeting with stakeholders from the seven North West states.

Describing Suphi as a “… distinguished accountant, political strategist, grassroots mobilizer, philanthropist and public servant whose life has been defined by quality leadership, exposure, excellence and service to humanity…” Nalardi said they agreed to come together and support someone who could bring new Bauch on board.

Strong supporters came from all the seven North West states, after believing that, Bauchi now needs someone with vast experience across public and private engagements. Whose age could mean well for the development of the state across all ages irrespective of party affiliation.

According to the release, they put their weight behind Suphi bearing in mind that, his contributions towards the development of his people and the state long before now, earned him respect, reliability, enhanced trust and organizational independence among the citizens of Bauchi across Nigeria, as a whole.

According to Nalardi in the release, what Suphi represents, for being part of the gubernatorial candidates in the state, was hope, commitment, economic inclusion, equal opportunities for all, enhanced inter-dependence of multi-sectoral growth, good leadership style, humility and simplicity.

Without recourse to party differences, all the stakeholders from the North West believe that, his magnanimous relationship with all segments of the society and his patriotic love for the state, meant a lot in searching for the soul of Bauchi.

Referring back to some years before now, the press release acknowledges that, even outside politics and other professional feats he achieved, he is widely respected for his humanitarian contributions and commitment to uplifting ordinary citizens.

Part of the release reads, “Over the years he did well in the facilitation of employment opportunities for over 200 youth from Bauchi state in the federal institutions like FIRS, NCC, CBN, and other reputable organizations.”

Adding that he supported the recruitment of over 300 young people into security agencies like the Nigerian Police Force, Military, Department of State Security (DSS), Nigeria Customs and Excise, and Nigeria Correctional Services. While sponsoring the marriage of numerous orphaned girls by covering wedding expenses, furniture, dowries and start-up support.

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The signed release by Nalardi also appreciates Suphi’s unwavering dedication in the empowerment of multitudes of youth and women through business funding and entrepreneurial support worth hundreds of millions of Naira.

Adding that, he “… donated vehicles, motorcycles, and sponsored many individuals for Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages.
His philanthropy has impacted thousands of families across Bauchi state and beyond.”

“One of his most notable ongoing projects is the construction of a massive 850-capacity ICT/CBT Centre in Azare, valued at hundreds of millions of naira. The project is designed to expand access to digital education, technology training, and employment opportunities for young people in Bauchi State. This initiative reflects his belief that education, innovation, and technology are essential tools for future economic transformation,” release reads.

Apart from his professional calling where he attained nadir position, he is not a new entrant in politics, the release observed. His political sojourn spans over two decades from where he achieved remarkable experience across different political platforms, strategic campaigns, and grassroots mobilization structures.

The stakeholders recall that, his political relevance and leadership began in 2001. The time he served as the President of the Katagum Progressive Youth Movement. From where he kick-started deep interest in Bauchi youth in political participation.

He was a member of the PDP Governorship Swearing-In Committee, in 2003. Where he proved his mettle as a vibrant young politician. As his relevance and contributions became visible in the eyes of all.

His relevance and visibility became amplified in 2015, when he played a strategic role when the chips were down during the formation and consolidation of the All Progressives Congress (APC). As the country was transiting to more meaningful democratic era.

As years moved on, that was between 2016 and 2017, he was State Leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). Where he subsequently emerged as their governorship candidate. That was when je declared in a louder tone, that his ambition was to serve his state at the higher level. That demonstrated his growing political influence, relevance and ambition.

The press release reflected back that, “From 2017 to 2019, he served as the Deputy National Chairman of NNPP, where he contributed significantly to party expansion, organizational growth, and policy direction at the national level.

In 2022, he served as Director of Mobilisation for the APC Gubernatorial Campaign, where he led extensive grassroots outreach and voter mobilization efforts.
He also served as Director of the Tinubu Support Group in 2022–2023, coordinating stakeholder engagement and campaign strategy in support of national political objectives.”

While in recent period, as noted by the release, between 2023 and 2025, he was the Deputy Chairman of AA Consolidation of APC Support Groups. As he became a unifying factor in gaining multiple support structures and strengthening of grassroot political inclusion and proper coordination.

So also in 2025, as the release noted, “… he returned to the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and currently serves as a Member of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the PDP in Bauchi State, where he contributes to strategic party direction, conflict resolution, party unity, and policy guidance.”

The North West stakeholders meeting of Bauchi citizens further disclosed that, plan reached an advance stage, where each and every state of the North West would organize their support meeting before election period, to show their solidarity to the candidature of Suphi and his unmatched credentials for Bauchi Government House.

,Nalardi appreciated that from the time they started urging people on the current voter registration exercise, Bauchi citizens particularly, to go and register well with the electoral umpire, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), there was a significant improvement in the number of people who registered and were set for election period, come 2027.

 

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Prof Gwarzo Nominated for Lifetime Achievement Award in Education, University Development and Philanthropic Impact by The iDevPro-African Institute

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The Governing Council of the African Institute of International Development Professionals (iDevPro-Africa) has nominated Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo for its Lifetime Achievement in Education, University Development and Philanthropic Impact Award.

The nomination recognises Professor Gwarzo’s contributions to higher education, university development, institution building, philanthropy and human capital advancement across Africa.

According to iDevPro-Africa, Professor Gwarzo was selected in recognition of his role in establishing and developing four universities across Nigeria and Niger Republic, thereby expanding access to internationally oriented higher education and creating platforms for learning, research, professional development and cross-border academic collaboration.

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The institutions highlighted by the Governing Council include Maryam Abacha American University of Niger (MAAUN Niger), Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN Nigeria), Franco-British International University, and the Canadian University of Nigeria.

The Institute also recognised his contributions to scholarships and student advancement, faculty development, research and innovation, international academic partnerships, educational infrastructure and youth-development initiatives.

It noted that his educational philanthropy has provided opportunities for high-performing and disadvantaged students while supporting broader efforts to strengthen teaching, learning and professional development.

According to the Council, Professor Gwarzo’s leadership reflects the transformative role of education in sustainable development and demonstrates how sustained investment in universities, scholarship and young people can contribute to strengthening Africa’s human capital and knowledge economy.

The award is scheduled to be presented during the iDevPro-Africa 4th Nigeria Professional Induction & Development Excellence Awards 2026, holding on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Kaduna State.

The exact venue will be communicated to confirmed participants and invitees.

iDevPro-Africa stated that the nomination is a merit-based recognition and attracts no nomination fee, adding that no application, payment or additional paperwork is required from the nominee.

Professor Gwarzo has acknowledged the nomination and formally confirmed his participation in the award ceremony.

The nomination letter was issued on behalf of the Governing Council of iDevPro-Africa by its President/Director-General, Dr Mansur Muhammad Tukur.
For more information about the induction and development excellence award contact iDevPro on info@idevproafrica.org

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Jigawa Govt Appoints Dr. Lawan Ahmed as the 17th Emir of Gumel

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has approved the appointment of Dr Lawan Ahmed Muhammad Sani as the 17th Emir of Gumel Emirate, three days after the demise of his father, the late Emir.

The announcement was made public by the Secretary to the State Government, Bala Ibrahim, during a press briefing on Sunday at the NUJ Jigawa State Secretariat in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital.

“Following due consultations with the Gumel Emirate Council, kingmakers, and in accordance with the Jigawa State Emirate Council Law, His Excellency the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar Namadi, has approved the appointment of Dr Lawan Ahmed Muhammad Sani as the new Emir of Gumel,” the SSG declared.

Ibrahim said the appointment was immediate and necessary to ensure continuity of leadership and stability in the emirate after the transition period.

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“This appointment takes effect immediately in order to fill the vacuum created by the passing of His Royal Highness and to sustain peace, unity and development in Gumel Emirate,” he stated.

The SSG described Dr Lawan as a worthy successor, noting his years of service to the emirate.

“Dr Lawan Ahmed Muhammad Sani previously served diligently as the Ciroman Gumel during the reign of his late father. His experience, education, and deep understanding of the traditions of Gumel make him eminently qualified for this exalted throne,” Bala Ibrahim said.

He added that the new Emir’s background positions him to consolidate the legacies of his father.

“Having served as Ciroman Gumel, Dr Lawan is not new to the people. He understands the challenges and aspirations of Gumel and Jigawa State at large. Government is confident he will provide purposeful and exemplary leadership,” the SSG affirmed.

Governor Namadi, according to the SSG, urged the people of Gumel to rally behind the new Emir.

“His Excellency calls on all sons and daughters of Gumel Emirate to give their maximum support and cooperation to the new Emir for the overall peace and progress of the emirate,” Ibrahim quoted the governor as saying.

The SSG also prayed for the repose of the late Emir and assured the government’s commitment to traditional institutions.

“On behalf of the government and good people of Jigawa State, we pray Almighty Allah to grant the late Emir Aljannatul Firdaus. Government remains committed to preserving our traditional institutions as custodians of culture and unity,” he said.

“In due course, His Excellency will present the staff of office to the 17th Emir of Gumel in a ceremony befitting his status. We urge all stakeholders to cooperate with government for a hitch-free event,” the SSG concluded.

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How a ‘Herbal Tea’ Businessman Used Phone Chargers to Smuggle Cocaine to Saudi Arabia – NDLEA

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By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a convicted cocaine trafficker who disguised himself as a herbal tea merchant in Lagos.

In a statement on Sunday, the agency said the arrest occurred weeks after it intercepted a 1.2kg cocaine consignment concealed in phone chargers and destined for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, at a courier company in Lagos on 31st July 2026.

“The suspect, arrested in a sting operation at Article Market, opposite Trade Fair Market, Ojo area of Lagos, on Friday, 4th September 2026, while posing as a herbal tea businessman, was identified as 54-year-old Dunu Bethel Ebubechukwu.

“In his statement, he admitted being the mastermind of some illicit drug shipments in the past while stating that he discarded his telephone SIM card once he learnt his latest consignment had been intercepted by the NDLEA,” the agency stated.

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According to the NDLEA, further investigation revealed the suspect is no stranger to the agency: he was first arrested in 2011 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja Lagos after ingesting 900 grams of cocaine and 130 grams of heroin in an attempt to fly to Austria under the name Dunu Chukwuyenre Enoch.

The agency disclosed that the suspect was prosecuted for the crime, convicted and sentenced to five years in jail, adding that he thereafter changed his name to Dunu Bethel Ebubechukwu and returned to the criminal trade.

“A search of his residence located at 6 Yemishola Street, Ejigbo, Lagos on Friday, 4th September led to the recovery of phone chargers similar to those used to conceal the intercepted cocaine, with their internal components removed to create space for drugs,” the NDLEA noted.

The NDLEA also said that, in another development, it chased down a 20,000-litre fuel tanker marked MKA 960 XC, notorious for evading arrest in the past, in Ondo on Friday after its driver refused to stop.

“The driver later abandoned the vehicle at a church premises in Ugbe Akoko and fled into the bush. A search of the tanker revealed a false compartment concealing 165 bags of cannabis weighing 2,145kg alongside its legitimate fuel cargo destined for Jos, Plateau State,” it added.

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