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Symptoms Of Revolt Looming Large, Bauchi Deputy Gov Warns

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12 months ago

October 8, 2024

Alh. Sule Katagum, the former Deputy Governor of Bauchi state has said that there are symptoms of revolt looming large in the horizon of Nigeria.

Katagum stated this in Bauchi on Tuesday during the 1st Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Youth summit while quoting the late Dan Masanin Kano, Alh. Yusuf Sule.

He said that the symptoms of revolt were as a result of the fact that the country lacked philosophy and lack of creativity in literature among others.

“Insecurity has taken all the polity, chaos in our politics, immorality in our society, corruption in our economy and lack of creativity in literature.

“Because of all these, there are symptoms of revolt looming large in the horizon,” he stated as he was quoting the late Dan Masanin Kano.

According to him, the situation is still the same now if not even worse, saying It is sad that the youth who are the future leaders of tomorrow have to grow up and mature through this dark dungeon of pity and hopelessness.

“I don’t blame the youth for what is happening in Nigeria right now, I blame we, the parents because we are the ones who gave birth to you, guided you but up till today, we have not been able to make Nigeria the kind of country that everyone wants to live in.

“We have not made Nigeria a place to be proud of. It is our fault. It is us your parents, guardians, elders who have imbibed corruption and have cut corners to achieve their aims and objectives in life.

“It is us who used Western education we have acquired to capture the state and acquired state assets.

“We are the ones who have left the teachings of our religions both Islam and Christianity and have adopted the religion of greed and primitive acquisition of wealth.

“As a father, I’m accepting that we have failed in all aspects in bringing up the youth in Nigeria,” he said.

Katagum, who is also a former Chief of Staff to the Bauchi state government, however called on the youth to make the difference by being careful in choosing the leaders of the country.

He urged them not to be fooled by the sweet mouth of politicians or temporary things that are being brought to deceive them into voting a politician into power.

Also speaking, a former governor of the state, Mohammed Abdullahi (SAN), advised the youth not to relegate themselves into the background by becoming the supporters or thugs of politicians.

He said they have all what it takes and the numbers to make a difference and change the world.

In his address, Mohammed Salis, the state’s Commissioner for Youth and Sport Development, tasked the youth in the state to be more innovative and creative so as to stand out among millions of youth in the country.

He said “you can use smartphones to embrace digital training and stop abusing your smartphone on frivolities”.

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JUST IN: Tinted Permit Enforcement Placed On Hold Due To Court Order – Police

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3 minutes ago

October 8, 2025

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The Nigeria Police Force said on Wednesday that the enforcement of the vehicle tinted glass permit has been suspended following a court order halting the exercise.

Spokesperson for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed this during an interview on Africa Independent Television, AIT.

She said the decision to halt the enforcement came after the police officially received the court order.

Adeh said, “Information reaching me from the office of the PRO is that the order has been received and the enforcement of the tinted permit is now on hold pending the court’s verdict”.

Disclosing that the directive to suspend enforcement would remain in place pending the outcome of the ongoing legal process, Adeh said, “We are waiting for the verdict. We are not against the courts, and we will continue to wait until we get a verdict”.

Speaking on public concerns about the purpose of the tinted glass regulation, Adeh explained that it was introduced for security reasons, noting that some criminal activities had been carried out using vehicles with darkened windows.

“The law was not made by us. We are enforcers. The policy was purely security-driven. Some criminals were using tinted vehicles to commit offences, making it difficult for law enforcement to identify suspects,” she said.

She dismissed claims that the policy was designed for financial gain, noting that all payments related to tinted permits are made directly into the Federal Government’s Treasury Single Account (TSA), not to the police.

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Group Throws Weight Behind Benin Monarch’s Decision On Iyaloja

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17 hours ago

October 7, 2025

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Group known as Edo Art and Cultural Heritage Institute (EACHI) has thrown its weight behind Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, on the royal father’s stance on the traditional leadership of markets in the Benin Kingdom.

A statement isdued by Okpioba Osaro Idemudia, on behalf of the group, said the “institute aligns with the Oba’s stance that the Iye-Eki is the only recognized traditional head of the markets, and we believe that this position should be respected and preserved in accordance with our cultural heritage.

“EACHI stands firm on the ground that the Iye-Eki holds a significant and revered position in the Benin Kingdom, serving as the main market traditional head. We believe that any attempts to impose external leadership structures that contradict our cultural norms and traditions would undermine the rich heritage of the Benin people.

“We are proud of our royal rather, for his unwavering commitment to upholding the cultural values and traditions of the Benin Kingdom.

“EACHI reassures the people of Edo State and the broader community that we will continue to support and promote the preservation of our rich cultural heritage.”

The group, while calling on Edo sons and daughters in home and in diaspora to “stand in unity to support our royal father Oba Ewuare II’s disapproval of IYALOJA,” commended
Edo market women for talking a bold stand against the imposition of IYALOJA

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JUST IN: Tinubu’s Minister Resigns Amid Allegations

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18 hours ago

October 7, 2025

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The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Geoffrey Nnaji, has resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet amid controversies surrounding his academic records and allegations of certificate forgery.

Nnaji, who was appointed in August 2023, announced his resignation in a letter to the President on Tuesday, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to serve.

Confirming the development in a statement on Tuesday, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, following some allegations against him. President Tinubu appointed Nnaji in August 2023.

“He resigned today in a letter thanking the President for allowing him to serve Nigeria. Nnaji said he has been a target of blackmail by political opponents. President Tinubu thanked him for his service and wished him well in future endeavours.”

Nnaji’s resignation comes amid a lingering controversy over alleged certificate forgery and questions surrounding his academic qualifications from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

Nnaji and the Enugu State Government had traded words over allegations that he presented forged certificates.

The dispute intensified after the Federal High Court in Enugu rejected Nnaji’s bid to stop the University of Nigeria from releasing his academic records.

The court had ruled that the institution was within its rights to release the minister’s academic details in response to a freedom of information request, a decision that fuelled further public scrutiny.

Nnaji, however, maintained that he was being blackmailed by political opponents determined to tarnish his reputation.