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Bauchi: Group Withdraws Support For President Over Alleged False Promises, Others
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Coalition of state branches Chairmen of Zaar Development Association (ZDA) in Bauchi State has withdrawn support for its president, Mr Isuwa Galla over alleged fake promises and promotion of division among its members.
Mr Danny Luka, Chairman, ZDA, Lagos state branch, who made this known in a news conference in Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area of the state on Sunday, said that 15 out of the 26 Chairmen, made the decision.
According to him, the decision to withdraw support for the National President was also informed by his refusal to acknowledge the paramount Ruler and lack of respect for the traditional leadership and cultural heritage of the people of Gung Zaar.
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“He has not identified himself with the crucial land struggle that is vital to our community’s future and security.
“Galla has refused to involve and consult with the various ZDA branches, neglecting the importance of a unified approach and collective decision making.
“He has severally been not respecting our culture by leaving our own cultural festival to attend other tribe cultural festivals.
“He has also violated ZDA constitution by creating illegal branches such as Dass, Toro, Ningi and others which are not in line with the association’s constitution,” said Luka.
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The group, according to him, needed a leader who would be accommodating, friendly and respect the traditions of the land, adding that lack of integrity and commitment from their president has been detrimental to their progress.
“We believe it is in the best interest of our community to seek new leadership that truly represents our goals and values.
“The coalition will be working closely with all ZDA branches and community stakeholders to identify and support a new leader who embodies the principles of unity, respect, and genuine commitment to the development of the Zaar community”. He affirmed.
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Alleged $9.6bn P&ID Fraud: Fleeing Briton’s Surety Arrested, Produced In Court
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July 18, 2025By
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Chief George Kadiri, who stood surety for Mr. James Nolan, a British national, at the centre of an ongoing $9.6 billion Process and Industrial Development (P$ID) scam trial, has been arrested.
Kadiri, a retired civil servant living in Gwagwalada, Abuja, was on Thursday produced before Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court at the resumed hearing in the matter.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the surety, a traditional chief in Gwagwalada, had, on Nov. 4, 2022, sought more time within which to appear in court to show cause why his bail bond should not be forfeited.
He made the plea in a motion on notice marked FHC/ABJ/CR/143/2020 filed by his lawyer, O.J. Aboge, before Justice Ahmed Mohammed, before he was elevated to the Court of Appeal.
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Justice Mohammed had, on Sept. 28, 2022, revoked the N100 million bail granted to Nolan, a director in P&ID, following his refusal to appear for his trial.
The judge, in the ruling, issued a bench warrant against Nolan and ordered that he should be arrested by security agencies, including Interpol, anywhere he is sighted within or outside Nigeria and be produced in court to stand his trial.
The judge also directed the surety to appear in court to show cause why his bail bond should not be forfeited.
The order followed the application made by EFCC’s lawyer, Bala Sanga, that Nolan had jumped bail.
However, after the case was reassigned to Justice Lifu, Kadiri had not been coming to court, and an order for his arrest was granted.
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When the case was called, Sanga said the commission had brought Kadiri to court in obedience to a court order.
“This charge here is different. I humbly apply for the bail bond to be forfeited,” he said.
Aboge, who appeared for Kadiri, sought a date to address the court on the issue of forfeiting the bail bond of N100 million.
“The cases before Justice Egwuatu and the one here are the same.
“I want to produce arguments on the various points raised before the court,” he said.
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The lawyer then prayed the court for the surety to be released to him on bail.
Defendant’ lawyer, Paul Erokoro, SAN, agreed to take Kadiri on bail.
“Chief Kadiri, the surety, is a traditional chief in Gwagwalada.
“He will not run away. I stood surety for him at EFCC.
“This is my first time taking someone on bail,” Erokoro begged.
The anti-graft agency’s lawyer neither opposed the submission made on bail nor objected to the request for an adjournment.
I have no objection to an adjournment.
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Justice Lifu consequently adjourned the matter until Nov. 5 for further proceedings and a hearing on the issue of forfeiture of the bail bond entered by Kadiri.
“Meanwhile, the surety, Chief Kadiri, is herein released to Chief Paul Erokoro, SAN, on bail to be produced in court until this issue of forfeiture of bail bond is resolved or determined by the court; I so ruled.”
NAN reports that the anti-graft agency had, on Aug. 18, 2020, arraigned Nolan before Justice Mohammed in a suit marked FHC/ABJ/CR/143/2020.
While Lurgi Consult Limited is the 1st defendant, Nolan is the 2nd defendant in the matter.
Nolan, alleged to be at large, is also standing trial in about eight other cases for his involvement in the controversial 9.6 billion dollarcontract awarded to P&ID.
(NAN)
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FCT Police Arrest Man Over Death Of 3-year-old Boy Who Drowned In Uncovered Septic Tank
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July 18, 2025By
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Police operatives from the Durumi Divisional Headquarters under the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command have arrested a man, identified as Philip Jallo, following the tragic death of a 3-year-old boy who drowned in an uncovered septic tank in Durumi 2, Abuja.
The heartbreaking incident occurred on the evening of Tuesday, July 16, 2025, at about 9:00 p.m., when the toddler, reportedly playing within the residential compound, accidentally slipped and fell into the exposed soakaway filled with human waste.
In a statement released by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the suspect was accused of gross negligence, having allegedly ignored repeated warnings and pleas from neighbors to secure the hazardous septic tank.
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“Preliminary investigation revealed that the uncovered soakaway had long posed a danger to residents in the area,” Adeh said. “Several warnings and pleas were reportedly made by concerned neighbours to the suspect, who failed to take the necessary action.”
The child was eventually pulled out of the tank and rushed to the hospital, where he was sadly pronounced dead.
Jallo is currently in police custody as investigations continue. Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, FCT, has expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to the bereaved family.
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The Commissioner also used the opportunity to issue a strong advisory to residents, urging them to prioritize environmental safety and ensure potential hazards in their surroundings are properly managed.
“Parents and guardians must be vigilant and ensure their wards are properly monitored at all times to prevent such needless loss of life,” he stated.
The FCT Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring accountability in matters that endanger public safety.
Metro
Amotekun Foiled Five Kidnap Attempts In Two Weeks Across Ondo
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July 17, 2025By
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The Western Nigeria Security Network, code-named Amotekun Corps in Ondo State, has foiled five kidnap attempts in two weeks in the state.
The State Commander, Amotekun Corps, Mr Adetunji Adeleye, disclosed this on Wednesday in Akure while addressing newsmen.
Adeleye said no ransom was paid in the five cases, while the latest attempt took place on Monday, when a chief in a community close to Akure was kidnapped.
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He explained that the distress line was contacted, and with the joint efforts of the local hunters and Amotekun Corps personnel, the kidnappers were pursued overnight.
“We were able to retrieve the chief and the Okada rider who were kidnapped without the payment of any ransom. Also in Akoko axis, some kidnappers ravaged farms, raped the women and took some victims between 1.00 a.m. and 2.00 a.m. along Ajegunle Road.
“Within 48 hours, the people were released, and three of the suspects who had been identified as part of the gang were arrested. We have them here, both the victim and the suspects. The same thing goes for the Central senatorial district, where some kidnapped suspects were arrested again by Amotekun and were equally identified by the victims.
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“Today, we have a total of 17 suspects: eight under breaking of law and order, three for kidnapping, and six involved in robbery and rape,” he said.
The commander assured that the Amotekun Corps was prepared to collaborate with other security agencies to ensure the sustenance of the peaceful atmosphere currently enjoyed in the state.
Adeleye also said farmers/herders clashes in the state had reduced drastically and urged Ondo residents to support the corps with timely information.
NAN
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