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A Kaduna-based politician and activist, Comrade Musa Mohammed, has condemned what he described as “disrespectful and mannerless” outbursts of a man who claimed to be amongst those wavering Russian Flag, who attacked General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence staff.

According to the activist, the man whose video trending on social media castigating the CDS, calling him a loyal dog of the jews in reaction to the #END BAD GOVERNANCE PROTEST in Nigeria,  was not only an act of myopic incense, but also evidence of a “badly trained child”.

Comrade Mohammed, who stated this in his reaction to the viral video of the Russian Flag Waver, said there was nothing wrong with CDS recent statements the end bad governance protest

“His vituperations are unguarded, stupid and unacceptable.

“Was it wrong for General Christopher Musa to address Nigerian citizens on the current situation as Chief of Defence staff ? 

“For us, as citizens and patriot of the nation, we can’t accept and allow such things to continue happening, where by people who are traitors with treacherous characters to accused the CDS who has national and international recognition and allow them to continue.

“And for that idiot, an ill-trained son of his farther to attack the Nigeria Chief of Defence staff is unacceptable in all sense of decorum.

“The traitor should close his mouth. If

he knows that what he did is a treasonous offense and a very serious crime he wouldn’t open his mouth.

 “That idiot and traitor should be quickly and immediately arrested, if allow would fuel impunity.

“Once there is a threat to national security, human rights of any individual can be suspended until such threat is taken care of.

“Once security of the nation is in jeopardy, the individual right may not even exist”.

“If people (the traitors) would  be convicted of treason and imprisoned for life, Nigeria would be considerably safer.

“Most of us have not the slightest doubt that treason is and should be a very serious crime. We need to reconsider whether the current laws against terrorism and disclosure of official secrets are adequate to cover what might be or, arguably, should be treated as treason.

“The preparation or use of violence by a Nigerian citizen against our own people is such a serious threat. It undermine by our common defence and political order and ought to be punished severely.  Betrayal is a breach of the duty each of us owes to our fellow citizens.

“Therefore, allowing this idiot and traitor to go free, after mocking the CDS, will be tantamount to rewarding criminality, he should be made to face the law.

Kaduna State Senator who represented the Central Senatorial District in the 8th Assembly, Comrade Shehu Sani has urged protesters to discontinue the nationwide protest to save lives and properties of citizens.

Reacting to what he described as unfortunate development , Senator Sani, in a tweet on X said the situation where hoodlums have hijacked the protest is unacceptable.

While expressing disappointment over the manner hoodlums hijacked the protest and destroyed properties of innocent citizens in Kaduna; Kano and other parts of the country on day-one of the protest, he advised those willing to encourage continuation of the protest, especially in the north to reconsider their stands based on potential danger ahead.

He tweeted:”With scores dead,hundreds injured and properties worth billions of Naira belonging to private businesses and Government destroyed by hoodlums,mostly in Northern states,those wishing to encourage the continuation of this protest,especially in the North should reconsider.At our end its violent protest without visible leadership and must be discontinued.”

According to him ,the protest constitutional right of Nigerians, but should be peaceful and without any threat to life and property.

He commend the proactiveness of the security agencies in the state for their quick intervention. “

In the statement via his X handle, Senator Sani pointed out curious patterns in protest participation, raising questions about the motivations and historical consistencies of different regions , with his comments sparking discussions about the complex interplay of regional politics, economic concerns, and public demonstrations in Nigeria.

Speaking further about the current situation,he noted the apparent absence of protests in the South East, despite what he perceives as support for the cause among many South Easterners. This observation highlights the complex political landscape of the region and raises questions about the factors influencing public demonstrations there.

He however, commended Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani for the proactive measures taken so far to calm raging nerves in the state. Adding that dialogue and consultation are two instrument that have always helped in any crisis situation.

The Director General of Women Chambers of Commerce,Industry,Mines,and Agriculture,Ms Weyinimi Eribo, is primed to bag Doctor of Business Administration (honoris causa) of Highstone Global University,Texas,USA; Executive Director/CEO of International Trade Fair Complex,Barr.Veronica Safiya Ndanusa is also expected to bag honor in International Law and Diplomacy;General Secretary of the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors,Surv.Lady Angela Kesiena Etuonovbe, is also billed for honor as Doctor of Estate Management(honoris causa);and the Director General of NTA Abuja,Salihu Abdul Hamid Demos is among winner of Leadtimes Africa Grand Leadership Prize,among others.The annual event which coincides with Leadtimes Africa’s Strategic Leadership Summit will hold August this year in Lagos.
In a press release credited to Professor Buba S. Mshelia, the Advisory Board Chairman of Leadtimes Africa Magazine, and the co-convener of the summit, had this to say, “the awardees were selected based on their various impacts made on the people of their local communities and their leadership qualities that have anchored on integrity, transparency, and Transparency in quality service delivery.”
Other awardees that have lined up for the conferment ceremony include the General Manager of Transmission Company of Nigeria, Maiwada Sarki Bello,who is nominated for doctor of Strategic Management and Human Development;
Mrs Stella Gabriel Edem, Deputy Director,Women and Youth Empowerment,Centre for Management Development,Lagos and Engr.Christian Obiora Ezebube of Geolis Cables Limited are expected to be conferred with Doctor of Business Administration(honoris causa)and doctor of Social Policy and Administration respectively. Dr.Lucky Omokhodion, Chairman/CEO of Ehi Multi System Ltd is billed for double honor at the ceremony including Doctor of Business Management and Entrepreneurship (honoris causa) and Winner of Leadtimes Africa Businessman of the Year Award, respectively.Other outstanding personalities listed for honorary doctorate awards at the occasion include Ikem, W. Agbasi, Chairman Ezeudo Lagos State and the CEO of Dozek Lab & Scientific Supplies Ltd,Mr.Emeka Nnadozie, who are all expected to bag doctorate degree in Business Administration(honoris causa) respectively;Mr Ikhile Edobor Fred, an Assistant Director, Procurement, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) will bag doctorate degree in Sustainable Procurement Policy and Administration(honoris causa);Toyin Bawa-Allah,MD/CEO,Prindex Properties will bag honorary doctorate degree in Real Estate Management including the export Manager of Intercontinental Distillers Limited, Mr.Martins Uwadia who will all bag Doctor of philosophy in Business Administration.

Managing Director and CEO of Buknod Global Resources Ltd, Ayodeji Akinola Arnold,Mr Aliyu Garba, CEO of Velvet Nigeria Ltd, who are primed to bag honor in Business Administration. Emmanuel Otitoloju, General Manager of Biostadt Company will receive doctorate degree in Public Healthcare Administration at the occasion.The executive Chairman of Ejigbo Local Council Development Area, Hon.Monsurudeen Oloyede Bello has been nominated for doctorate degree in Public Policy and Administration for his massive infrastructural development across the Ejigbo Council Area which has truly impacted on the lives of the people positively.The MD/CEO of Bowa-Gate Global Services, Abiodun Adeyemo will bag honor in Business Administration as Chief Chukwumalu Emeka, Chairman of Boomec Nig Ltd will also bag honorary doctorate award in Business Management and Entrepreneurship during the ceremony.Also expected to be decorated with honor at this event include Amb. Usman Sarki, Chairman of Skyewise Group,and Dr. Ebisike Tochukwu,CEO of Ebisike Tochukwu Architect is slated for honor in Building Engineering.
Special guests at the occasion include Dr. Amb.Ezekiel Isidahomen JP, chairman and CEO of Thems Security Systems Ltd;Dr.Yemi Opemuti,Managing Partner of Bam and Gad Solicitors, among others. Vincent Ezima, a veteran media consultant and public Speaker will serve as guest lecturer. The Vice Chancellor of the Highstone Global University,Texas, USA, Professor Innime Righteous and his team will attend the ceremony including the President of the University, Professor Amb. Maurice Azubuike Odiete, and Prof Amb.Valentine N. Iheukwumere, Africa Vice Chancellor of the institution.Hajia Dr. Aishatu Ngulde, and Dr. Isaac Chukwudi Ndupuechi,both advisory board members of Leadtimes Africa would serve as guests of honor at the ceremony.
The theme of this epic summit is titled:”Building Youth Entrepreneurship Initiatives Through Good Governance in Leadership-pathway to sustainable growth and development”.

The National Forum Of Ex-Councilors Of Nigeria has resolved to mobilize against the propose national protest by some disgruntle people scheduled August 1, 2024 across the country.

The forum at a press conference in Kaduna through its national president Hon. Ambassador Awal Hassan Kasim observed with dismay and reservations that majority of those behind the national protest are enemies of democracy, who are being sponsored by those against fuel subsidy removal, promoters of insecurity in the country and anti-local government autonomy elements as well as losers in the last 2023 general elections.

He bemoaned unregulated national protests and likened as ill-winds that does not blow any good to any body
Ambassador Awal Hassan Kasim who described the forum as the umbrella body of all elected former councilors commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for restoring local government autonomy to Nigeria.

He lauded the government for providing 150 day Tax free initiative for the importation of husked rice, beans, corn, wheat and millet in to Nigeria .

He opined that the gesture will drastically reduce the prices of food items across the country and reduce the numerous cases of insecurity in Nigeria because a hungry man is an angry man
Ambassador Awal Hassan Kasim implored all state governors to emulate the federal government and import their own quantum of basic food items like rice, bean, wheat, millet and flour into the country so as to enhance food availability in abundance.

On their methodology of truncating the nationwide protest, he said the forum as the touch bearers of grass root politics will engage critical stake holders and civil society organizations to prevent the protest and also engage the government on the need to embrace national dialogue by way of town hall meetings to for stall future agitations for distractive national .

Ahead of the planned nationwide protest against soaring cost of living and economic hardship in the country, Kaduna State Non Indegenes Forum(KSNIF) has raised alarm over possibility of hoodlums hiding under the protest to loot their shops;market and business premises across the State.

The non indegenes, especially the Igbo traders announced the decision not join the protest,because of past experiences,which have shown that once there is any protest action or crisis situation in Kaduna, the target is always their market stalls and business areas with extensive looting of food items; electronics and valuables .

The Kaduna Non-Indegenes Forum in a statement jointly signed by the Chairman ,Chief Emeke Emmanuel Okafor and Secretary,Mr Adewale Peter Adelanwa urged the citizens to shun the directive to embark on the planned protest, considering that fact the Police Command in State did recently banned all forms of unlawful protests. Stressing, ” It is our hope that citizens in the State will remain law abiding in this regard.”

The Statement further reads: We are therefore calling on the security agencies to tighten security within offices and business premises to avoid looting and breakdown of law and order should the citizens decide to embark on the protest.

“Kaduna is volatile State and has tasted its bit of bitter crises with the Igbos most hit and suffering huge loss of lives and property over the years. This time, we can’t afford to lose anyone and valuables to avoidable situations.

“It is our desire that considering the past crisis experiences and hundred percent chances of hoodlums hijacking the peaceful process, we strongly advise against any form of protest in Kaduna for now .

“We want to categorically state that we are part of people facing the economic hardship, but we cannot afford to lose our hard earned investments and properties at this critical period,when Nigerians currently are battling one of the country’s worst inflation and economic crisis sparked by the government’s twin policies of petrol subsidy removal and unification of forex windows.

“There was a report where the United Nations (UN) department of safety and security warned that the planned protests in Nigeria may be hijacked by groups with ulterior motives,hence our decision to appeal to citizens against joining the protest action.

“There is no how the “10 days of rage,” starting from August I to 10 will address the country’s soaring cost of living and economic hardship,instead it will cause more hardship.”

While reiterating concerns about the possibility of violence, citing past instances where similar protests in the State had degenerated into escalated crisis, he called on state government to deploy security operatives to red zones or identified flash points should the protest take place .

The annual Leadtimes Africa Magazine’s Strategic Leadership Summit will hold in Lagos by August this year.At the end of this summit,few selected Africans will be conferred upon with honorary doctorate degrees awards of Highstone Global University,Texas,USA.In a press release credited to the Advisory Board Chairman of Leadtimes Africa Magazine,
Professor Buba S. Mshelia had this to say, “apart from the honorary doctorate award conferment,this year’s edition of the program will also recognize few selected Nigerians for Leadtimes Africa Grand Leadership Prize for Integrity, Transparency and Accountability in Service, conferment of fellowship award as Fellow of Chartered Institute of Arts Professional(FCIAP), and conferment of the prestigious Leadtimes Africa Businessman of the Year respectively.”
“The theme of this year’s event is titled:Building Youth Entrepreneurship Initiatives Through Good Governance in Leadership-Pathway to Sustainable Growth and Development in Africa,” Mshelia stated.
At the ceremony, Maiwada Sarki Bello,General Manager of Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) Abuja will bag Doctor of Strategic Management and Human Development(honoris causa) at the ceremony while the Executive Director/CEO of International Trade Fair Complex, Barr. Veronica Sofia Ndanusa, will be decorated with honorary doctorate in International Law and Diplomacy at this forthcoming event.Also,the CEO of Best line Survey & Associates,Surv.I.A.Adejumobi is nominated for doctorate degree in Estate management of the institution including Engr.Christian Obiora Ezebube of Geolis Cables Limited who is expected to be conferred with Doctor of Business Administration(honoris causa).Dr.Lucky Omokhodion, Chairman/CEO of Ehi Multi System Ltd is billed for double honor at the ceremony including Doctor of Business Management and Entrepreneurship (honoris causa) and Winner of Leadtimes Africa Businessman of the Year respectively. Listed for honorary doctorate awards at the occasion include Ikem, W. Agbasi, Chairman Ezeudo Lagos State and the Executive Director of LEAP AFRICA, Kehinde Ayeni as well as the CEO of Dozek Lab & Scientific Supplies Ltd, who are all expected to bag honorary doctorate degree in Business Administration respectively;Mr Ikhile Edobor Fred, an Assistant Director, Procurement, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) will bag doctorate in Sustainable Procurement Policy and Administration;Toyin Bawa-Allah,MD/CEO,Prindex Properties and will bag doctorate degree award in Real Estate Management including the export Manager of Intercontinental Distillers Limited, Mr.Martins Uwadia who will all bag doctor of philosophy in Business Administration.
Others listed for honor include the Director General,the Women Chamber of Commerce, Industry,Mines, and Agriculture,Ms Weyinimi Eribo who is expected to bag Doctor of Business Administration (honoris causa);Managing Director and CEO of Buknod Global Resources Ltd, Ayodeji Akinola Arnold,Mr Aliyu Garba, CEO of Velvet Nigeria Ltd, who are primed to bag honor in Business Administration.
Others are the Principal Partner of Oluwasanmi Ayokunle Esq and Co, and Managing Partner of P.O.Ohikhena and Co, Paul Ohikhena, are listed for doctorate degree in International Law and Diplomacy as Emmanuel Otitoloju, General Manager of Biostadt Company will receive doctorate degree in Public Healthcare Administration at the occasion.The executive Chairman of Ejigbo Local Council Development Area,

Hon.Monsurudeen Oloyede Bello has been nominated for doctorate degree in Public Policy and Administration for his massive infrastructural development across the Ejigbo Council Area which has truly impacted on the lives of the people positively.The MD/CEO of Bowa-Gate Global Services, Abiodun Adeyemo will bag honor in Business Administration.Chief Chukwumalu Emeka, Chairman of Boomec Nig Ltd will also bag honorary doctorate award in Business Management and Entrepreneurship during the ceremony.Also expected to be decorated with honor at this event include Amb. Usman Sarki, Chairman of Skyewise Group,and Dr. Ebisike Tochukwu,CEO of Ebisike Tochukwu Architect is slated for honor in Building Engineering,while the Director General, NTA, Abuja, Salihu Abdul Hamid Dembos will bag Grand Leadership Prize for Integrity, Transparency and Accountability in Service at the ceremony.
Special guests at the occasion include Dr. Amb.Ezekiel Isidahomen JP, chairman and CEO of Thems Security Systems Ltd;Dr.Yemi Opemuti,Managing Partner of Bam and Gad Solicitors, among others. Vincent Ezima, a veteran media consultant and public Speaker will serve as guest lecturer. The Vice Chancellor of the Highstone Global University, ceremon Texas, USA Professor Innime Righteous and his team will attend the ceremony including the President of the University, Professor Amb. Maurice Azubuike Odiete, and Prof Amb.Valentine N. Iheukwumere, Africa Vice Chancellor of the institution.Apart from the Chairman of Advisory Board of Leadtimes Africa that would be in attendance, two other advisory board members of Leadtimes Africa magazine including Hajia Dr. Aishatu Ngulde, and Dr. Isaac Chukwudi Ndupuechi, would serve as Guest of honor at the ceremony.

The Coalition of North-East Elders Forum (CNEF) said the Senator representing Borno South Senatorial District and the Chief Whip of the 10th Senate, Senator Ali Ndume’s twenty years in the National Assembly has neither helped Borno State nor the northern region that has been bedevilled with incessant attacks by insurgents and bandits.

The group, which took a swipe at the lawmaker, over his recent outburst about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ‘s administration, asked why a lawmaker who has not been able to use his position as ranking officer in the Senate to tackle the security challenges in his state and region have the moral right to question the leadership prowess of the President.

Senator Ndume did attack the administration of President Bola Tinubu, saying it’s run by kakistocrats—those deemed the least qualified and most unscrupulous citizens—and kleptocrats, who are merely in power to steal.

But in a reaction to the outburst,the group in a Press Statement signed by the Coordinator, Alhaji Ali Ibrahim Sheriff , said it is overtly shocking that Senator Ali Ndume who has been in various committees in the Senate over the past two decades and from a State worst in terms of insecurity could be so insensitive and trivial to personalize issues of governance.

The statement further reads: “During the days of President Buhari, why did he choose to be silent in the midst of heightened problems of insecurity; pervasive hunger, looting of public funds and bad Governance?

“He must account for total sum of money recieved for Constituency projects and intervention funds allocated for members of his Constituency over the twenty years period in the National Assembly.

” If leadership is as easy as that ,we make bold to ask, all these years, how many Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) has he trained; educated and empowered with funds allocated to him?

“Ndume is nothing but a liability and economic burden to the good people of Borno State and entire country.”

The group which called on northerners to shun what it termed , “Ndume divisive vituperations” ,vowed to mobilise citizens of his Constituency in Borno State to stop his re-election bid in 2027.

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In a heartwarming display of compassion and commitment, the Kaduna State Government has embarked on a monumental gesture of distributing palliatives to 289,375 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) across 551 communities in 12 local governments. This noble initiative of the governor, spearheaded by the Executive Secretary of KADSEMA, Dr. Usman Mazadu, is a beacon of hope for those ravaged by the scourge of banditry.

This is the biggest empowerment project for IDPs, since the governor was a Senator representing Kaduna Central at the National Assembly.

The sheer scale of the distribution is a testament to the government’s dedication to alleviating the suffering of its citizens. The palliatives will help bridge the gap between despair and resilience, enabling the IDPs to rebuild their lives with dignity. This initiative sends a powerful message that the government is invested in the well-being of its citizens, particularly those in the most vulnerable situations.

The significance of this gesture cannot be overstated. For the IDPs, it’s a lifeline that revives hope and rekindles the possibility of a better tomorrow. The palliatives will provide much-needed support, enabling them to rebuild their lives and communities. Moreover, this initiative demonstrates the government’s proactive approach to addressing the root causes of insecurity. By providing succour to those affected, the administration is creating an environment conducive to peace and stability.

This gesture will go down in history as a testament to the power of empathy and the unwavering resolve to create a better future for all. It’s a shining example of compassionate governance, and a bold statement that the administration is committed to the welfare of its citizens, even in the face of adversity. As the IDPs receive this much-needed support, they are reminded that they are not forgotten, and their lives matter.

The impact of this initiative will be felt far and wide, and will have a lasting impact on the lives of the IDPs. It’s a milestone achievement that will be remembered for years to come, and a testament to the government’s commitment to the well-being of its citizens. The Kaduna State Government’s palliative distribution is a beacon of hope in a time of need, and a shining example of what can be achieved with compassion, empathy, and determination.

Investigation conducted by teaming journalists has shown that significant achievements have been achieved in federal college of education zaria, under the present administration of Dr. Suleiman Balarabe 

A team of journalists concerned with the development of education particularly in the North visited the institute in Zaria, kaduna state, were they assess the achievements made so far under the able leadership of  Dr. Balarabe.

with simple view to encourage the leadership and for others to emulate “FEDERAL COLLEGE OF ZARIA”, a learning institute with difference”.

The investigative reporting conducted by the journalists, has shown that one of the gigantic achievements recorded was employment and deployment of additional qualified academic and non academic staff.

This no doubt will help in meeting up the demand of qualified staff in the institute.

The achievements recorded so far in the institution (FCE ZARIA ), is highly commendable.

For an institution of this magnitude to achieve the required success staffing is vital to this situation.

Similarly, investigation has shown that additional commitment was made by the leadership of the institution engaged sponsorship in training, conferences, and workshops with a view to boost academic excellence, whereby many academic staff enjoyed.

The leadership of the institute engaged in regular promotion of staff.

Dr. Balarabe’s emergence as substantive Provost in 2022 by the immediate-past President Muhammadu Buhari, has brought serenity by setting new path for the institution looking at the infrastructural and academic development his administration has recorded in the last two years, is a big development and testimony.

Also, to meet the standard of a developed learning institute that can compete with others globally, Dr. Balarabe was able to recruit more than 200 newly appointed staff both academic and non-academic.

Further investigation conducted by the visiting journalists, discovered that many projects were put in place by the present leadership of the College (institution), through IGR. Few are infrastructural developments, etc.

Disciplines and academic performances are the core of our today’s education. . However, our findings clearly showed that the Provost ( DR. SULEIMAN BALARABE) inculcate discipline among the staff and the students, encouraged in controlling students behaviour which boost their morals and general academic performance.

The visiting journalists haven assessed these gigantic achievements called on the Federal government to partner seriously with the present leadership in the institution, because of it’s beautiful and transforming programmes that deserves commendation.

The Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB), in collaboration with the Historical Society of Nigeria (HSN) Northeast zone, hosted the 2nd Northeast Zonal Conference at the Tukur Buratai Institute for War and Peace from July 1-3, 2024.
The conference featured presentations from esteemed scholars, including a keynote address by Lt Gen Tukur Yusufu Buratai (rtd), titled “Borno in Contemporary History and the Role of Tukur Buratai Institute for War and Peace.”

The address highlighted the historical evolution of Borno State, insurgency challenges, and the successes recorded in the fight against terrorism. The institute’s role in documenting and preserving historical items used in the fight against insurgency was also emphasized.

The conference included lead paper presentations by Professor Talla Ngarka and Professor Samuel O Aghalino, President of the HSN. The event also witnessed the first student induction ceremony in the Northeast, inducting final-year History students from NAUB into the HSN.

Awards of excellence were presented to distinguished fellows, including Lt Gen Tukur Yusuf Buratai (rtd), Vice Chancellor Prof Kyari Mohammed, President HSN Prof Samuel O Aghalino, Prof Talla Ngarka, Brig Gen A DadanGarba (rtd), and Brig Gen HY Abdulhamid. A facility tour of the institute’s museum concluded the conference.