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14/10/2025

TINUBU GOVT TARGETS $410BN INVESTMENT IN RENEWABLE ENERGY – SHETTIMA

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

Vice President Kashim Shettima says Nigeria’s renewable energy sector could attract over $410 billion in investments by 2060 under the Tinubu administration’s energy transition plan.

Speaking at the inaugural Nigerian Renewable Energy Innovation Forum in Abuja, Shettima revealed that $23 billion will be needed to expand electricity access for millions still living in energy poverty.

He said the goal is to build a power system that generates 277 gigawatts by 2060, powered by local innovation and private investment. The government, he added, is enhancing incentives, easing regulations, and collaborating with partners to reduce investment risks.

Shettima emphasized that Nigeria’s energy future must be locally driven, citing plans for solar panel assembly lines and battery recycling hubs across the country.

The Vice President announced over $400 million in new commitments for solar, smart meter, and battery projects — creating 1,500 jobs nationwide.

Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu hailed the forum as a key milestone, while REA’s Abba Aliyu said it reflects Nigeria’s leadership in Africa’s green transition.

The event also saw MoUs signed between the Governors of Jigawa, Bayelsa, and Ogun States, private partners, and the Dutch government, with backing from the UN and other development partners.

14/10/2025

KANO GOVERNMENT REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO INCLUSIVE 2026 BUDGET

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

The Kano State Government has restated its commitment to an inclusive and people-centered 2026 budget.

Director of Budget, Alhaji Mustapha Sani Suleiman, made this known during a public hearing in Kano aimed at gathering citizens’ input for the proposed budget. He said the session ensures government plans reflect public priorities such as education, healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure.

Civil society representative, Salisu Yusuf, praised the initiative as a step toward greater transparency and accountability. He reaffirmed the commitment of civil society groups to promoting equitable development and sustained collaboration with government institutions.

The hearing drew participation from community leaders, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders, all contributing ideas to shape a responsive 2026 budget.

14/10/2025

THREE KADUNA REPS DUMP PDP FOR APC

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

Three members of the House of Representatives from Kaduna State have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The lawmakers, Abdulkareem Ahmed (Kaduna South), Sadiq Ango Abdullahi (Sabon Gari), and Aliyu Mustapha Abdullahi (Ikara/Kubau) said internal crises and division within the PDP pushed them to leave.

Governor Uba Sani and members of the Kaduna State Executive Council were present at the National Assembly to witness their defection.

14/10/2025

REPS URGE DIALOGUE TO END REFINERY DISPUTE

By; Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

The House of Representatives has called on labour unions and stakeholders in the oil industry to embrace dialogue to resolve ongoing refinery disputes.

Chairman of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream), Ikenga Ugochinyere, made the appeal in Abuja during the annual Downstream Petroleum Week. He said while labour concerns involving Dangote Refinery and unions are not unusual, they must not threaten productivity or national interest.

Ugochinyere assured that the parliament would continue to promote peace, fairness, and mutual respect in the sector.

Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, represented by his deputy Benjamin Kalu, said the downstream sector is being revitalized under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He urged stakeholders to propose solutions to lingering challenges.

Senate Committee Chairman Kawu Sumaila noted that despite progress, the sector still faces obstacles. The Downstream Week serves as a national platform to assess policies, track progress, and build a transparent, competitive petroleum sector.

14/10/2025

FG ORDERS UNIVERSITIES TO ENFORCE ‘NO WORK, NO PAY’ POLICY

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

The Federal Government has directed all Vice Chancellors of federal universities to enforce the “No Work, No Pay” rule for employees who fail to perform their duties.

Minister of Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, gave the directive following the Academic Staff Union of Universities’ (ASUU) decision to embark on strike despite repeated appeals for dialogue.

He also ordered Vice Chancellors to conduct a headcount of academic staff, identify those working and those on strike, and withhold salaries of those not on duty.

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has been tasked to monitor compliance and submit its report within seven days.

14/10/2025

ILLEGAL MARRIAGE: HISBAH ARRESTS FIVE IN KANO

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

The Kano State Hisbah Board has arrested five youths over an alleged illegal marriage conducted without parental consent in Rimin Kebe, Nasarawa LGA.

Deputy Commander General, Dr. Mujahideen Aminuddeen, confirmed the arrest, saying the suspects, the supposed couple and three others, secretly arranged the marriage with a dowry of ₦10,000, far below the Islamic standard.

He noted the ceremony had no guardian, credible witnesses, or religious authority, violating Islamic and legal marital procedures.

The Board has begun investigations and invited parents for counseling and resolution.

14/10/2025

KANO HISBAH BOARD TO WED 2,000 COUPLES IN MASS CEREMONY

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

The Kano State Hisbah Board says it has finalized plans to conduct a mass wedding for 2,000 couples across the state.

Deputy Commander General Sheikh Mujahid Aminudeen Abubakar said the initiative targets intending couples who are ready for marriage but face financial challenges.

He explained that participants will undergo health screenings and counseling before the event, while the state government will provide dowries, furniture, food items, and startup support.

Sheikh Mujahid noted that the program focuses on orphans, vulnerable individuals, and couples whose weddings were delayed due to lack of funds, with beneficiaries drawn from all 44 local government areas.

He warned against fraudulent attempts to secure forms, saying only qualified applicants will be considered.

14/10/2025

DO NOT USE CRY OF MONOPOLY TO DISCOURAGE INDIGENOUS INVESTMENT – DANGOTE

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has cautioned Nigerians against using the cry of monopoly to discourage local investments and industrial growth.

Speaking at the 2025 Inaugural Annual Downstream Petroleum Week organized by the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream), Dangote said no one is stopped from investing in Nigeria.

Represented by Dangote Group’s Chief Strategy Officer, Aliyu Suleman, he urged the government and stakeholders to focus on policies that promote productivity, innovation, and competition.

He emphasized that the Dangote Group chose to invest in Nigeria despite challenges, adding, “We have chosen to build here, employ here, and produce here. No one is prevented from investing. Others are welcome to build their own refineries, and we’ll support them.”

Dangote noted that Nigeria has a natural advantage in refining and urged collective efforts to develop the sector and enact supportive laws for industrial growth.

He disclosed that the Dangote Refinery can meet all of Nigeria’s diesel and jet fuel demand and still have surplus for export, adding that it will soon be listed on the stock exchange to allow Nigerians own shares in it.

Dangote highlighted that Africa refines only about 40% of its crude oil, compared to over 95% in Europe and Asia, describing the refinery project as a bold step to drive self-sufficiency and economic transformation.

14/10/2025

ZAMFARA APC CONDEMNS ALLEGED VICTIMISATION OF WORKERS BY GOV. DAUDA LAWAL

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused Governor Dauda Lawal’s administration of victimising and unjustly dismissing over 3,000 civil servants.

In a statement by its Publicity Secretary, Yusuf Idris Gusau, the party said the affected workers were cleared during a verification exercise but were later ordered to stop work — many of them allegedly targeted for their political leanings.

The APC said the workers recently gathered in Gusau for prayers, seeking divine intervention over what it described as injustice. It also compared the current administration with the former APC-led government under Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, noting that despite lower federal allocations, the previous government employed thousands and maintained a stable workforce.

The party accused the present PDP government of mismanaging increased monthly allocations, said to range between ₦19 billion and ₦30 billion, while hiding behind austerity measures to sack workers.

The APC urged Governor Lawal to reinstate the affected staff, warning that the alleged mass dismissal could heighten insecurity and economic hardship in the state.

14/10/2025

MAKINDE ASSURES PDP MEMBERS OF BRIGHTER DAYS AHEAD

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to stay united and hopeful despite recent defections, describing them as a temporary setback.

Speaking in Abuja during the inauguration of the PDP National Convention Transportation Subcommittee, Makinde expressed confidence that the party would emerge stronger and better prepared for future elections.

He called on members to remain committed and trust the leadership that will emerge from the upcoming convention, assuring that it will restore the party’s strength and Nigeria’s hope.

14/10/2025

PDP REPS URGE NJC TO STOP JUDICIAL INTERFERENCE IN PARTY AFFAIRS

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Caucus in the House of Representatives has urged the National Judicial Council (NJC) to caution judges against being used by desperate politicians to undermine Nigeria’s democracy.

In a statement by Caucus Leader Fred Agbedi, the lawmakers expressed concern over increasing judicial involvement in party affairs, warning that it threatens the nation’s democratic stability.

The reaction followed a recent ruling by Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, who refused to stop the PDP’s convention but declared that any action taken by the party while the suit was pending would be null and void.

The Caucus described the pronouncement as a “backdoor attempt” to disrupt PDP activities and prevent the party from presenting candidates in the 2027 elections. They accused certain judges of aiding anti-democratic forces despite Supreme Court warnings against such interference.

They called on the NJC to act swiftly to protect Nigeria’s multi-party democracy and prevent further abuse of judicial power.

14/10/2025

BLASPHEMY ALLEGATION: KANO SCHOLAR DENIES MISINTERPRETED COMMENTS

By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban

Prominent Islamic scholar Malam Lawan Shuaibu Abubakar, known as Malam Triumph, has denied blasphemy allegations brought against him over comments on Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).

Appearing before the Kano State Shura Council, Malam Lawan said his remarks were taken out of context and misinterpreted, leading to public misunderstanding.

“I believe in the Prophet and his teachings. Those who misunderstood my message should watch the full clips and forgive me. It was never intentional,” he said.

Chairman of the Council, Malam Sa’ad Shehu Gidado, urged the scholar to promote peace and unity and avoid statements that may divide the Muslim community.

The Shura Council is set to issue recommendations to foster religious harmony in Kano.

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