The Arewa Joint Initiative for Peace has urged Nigerians to dismiss attempts to seek public sympathy for Bauchi State officials facing serious corruption and terrorism financing charges, insisting that the gravity of the allegations demands full accountability.
This call follows the arraignment of senior Bauchi State government officials, including the Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The charges, brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), include conspiracy, conversion of public funds, and alleged terrorism financing.
In a statement signed by its president, Julius Danlami, the group described the allegations as a profound breach of public trust that transcends routine political conflict. It expressed deep concern over governance and accountability within the state administration.
The group specifically criticized Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed for suggesting that the legal actions were politically motivated, attributing them to his refusal to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The Arewa Joint Initiative for Peace labeled this a deflection tactic meant to obscure the substance of the charges and warned that such narratives risk eroding public confidence in democratic institutions.
It emphasized that accusations involving millions of dollars in illicit funds and links to terrorism financing must be treated with the utmost seriousness, particularly in northern Nigeria where communities have endured prolonged violence and insecurity. The statement asserted that no official should evade scrutiny by framing legal proceedings as political persecution.
While acknowledging the constitutional immunity shielding a sitting governor, the organization clarified that immunity is not synonymous with impunity. It stressed that legal processes must proceed without interference and that justice must be served in accordance with the rule of law.
The group noted that this case reflects broader national issues of corruption and mismanagement. It called on citizens to reject emotional appeals that could cloud the truth and to instead demand transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership from all public officials.
In conclusion, the Arewa Joint Initiative for Peace called on the judiciary to expedite proceedings in the case, cautioning that delays only foster greater public distrust. It reaffirmed its commitment to peace, justice, and good governance, urging Nigerians to remain united and vigilant in holding leaders to account.
The statement ended with a call for a renewed national commitment to integrity, security, and progress, insisting that scrutiny must never be replaced by sympathy when serious allegations threaten society’s stability and moral foundation.
“Nigeria’s history is replete with examples of how religious tensions can escalate into violence and instability. In this opinion, the writer examine the proposed Independent Hisbah initiative by Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, former Governor of Kano State, and warned that at moments of national anxiety, leadership is revealed not by noise but by restraint.”
In an era when insecurity stalks daily life and the national mood is brittle with fear, any political actor who toys with public order, pursues disaster. This is why the recent push to create an “independent Hisbah Fisabilillah” by former Kano State Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje deserves no applause, but serious public scrutiny.
Let us be clear: this is not a debate about faith, morality or the place of religion in society. Kano has long negotiated the coexistence of culture, belief and governance. The issue at hand is far more troubling—an apparent insensitivity to the risks of insecurity and social fracture, wrapped in a desperate bid to salvage fading political relevance.
At a time when Nigerians are weary—of violence, of economic hardship, of the weaponization of identity—the introduction of a parallel moral enforcement structure outside established legal frameworks is not courage. It is recklessness!
A Dangerous Nostalgia for Control: The attempt for an “independent” Hisbah is a loaded action. Independence from what, exactly? From the law? From due process? From democratic accountability?
In a country grappling with armed non-state actors, vigilantism and the erosion of trust in institutions, proposing another body with coercive overtones is a provocative gamble with public safety. It is difficult to escape the conclusion that this move is less about public morality and more about political resurrection. When relevance wanes, spectacle often follows. Creating a moral panic, positioning oneself as the guardian of values and daring the state to react—these are old tricks in the populist handbook. But old tricks can still cause new damage.
Kano Government’s Quiet Strength- Against this backdrop, the response of the Kano State Government under the leadership of AKY has been instructive. Rather than descend into political mudslinging or ideological confrontation, the government has chosen the unglamorous but essential path: law, due process and public-order mechanisms. This is leadership that understands the moment- Instead of escalating tension, the state has emphasized that security and social regulation must remain within constitutionally recognized institutions. Instead of politicizing faith, it has grounded its response in legality. Instead of street-level theatrics, it has opted for calm institutional clarity. In a fragile national environment, this restraint matters. Public order is not maintained by competing power centers but by coherence. Justice is not served by parallel authorities but by transparent and accountable systems.
Faith Is Not a Political Lifeline- There is something particularly tragic about invoking religion as a political lifeline. Faith, for millions, is sacred, personal and unifying rather than devising. To deploy it as a tool for political comeback cheapens its moral authority and risks inflaming divisions that the country can ill afford. The danger is not hypothetical. History—both local and global—is littered with examples where unofficial moral enforcers became instruments of intimidation, selective justice and social fear. In today’s Nigeria, with its volatile mix of economic stress and security threats, such experiments are not just ill-advised; they are irresponsible!
The Choice Before Us- Kano stands at a crossroads that mirrors Nigeria’s broader dilemma: do we address our challenges through institutions or impulses? Through law or loudness? Through governance or grandstanding? The Kano State Government has, so far, chosen the harder but wiser road. It has refused to be baited into confrontation. It has prioritized public order over political drama. That choice deserves recognition, not because it is perfect, but because it is principled. In times like these, leadership is not about who shouts the loudest or claims the highest moral ground. It is about who understands that stability is fragile, that insecurity feeds on confusion and that politics should never be allowed to masquerade as piety.
Nigeria has enough fires burning. The country do not need desperate matches struck in the name of relevance.
Barrister Aminu Hussaini is Special Adviser to the Governor of Kano State – AKY on Justice/Constitutional Matters – could be reached on +234 8033742424 – aminuhussaini173@gmail.com
The National Forum for Good Governance (NFGG) has dismissed allegations of misconduct leveled against the Registrar-General of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, SAN, describing the claims as unfounded, malicious and politically motivated.
The allegations followed a petition formally received by the House of Representatives, calling for an investigation into the alleged unlawful tampering with the corporate records of Jonah Capital Nigeria Ltd and Houses for Africa Nigeria Ltd by the CAC Registrar-General.
The petition, written on behalf of the two companies, alleged that some corporate records were altered to favour a contending party in an internal dispute.
However, in a statement issued on Sunday, the National Chairman of the forum, Dr. Mukhtar Mustapha Bebeji, expressed strong confidence in the integrity, professionalism and leadership of Magaji, insisting that the accusations lacked credible evidence.
According to the forum, a careful review of the allegations revealed no verifiable facts to support the claims, adding that the accusations appeared aimed at discrediting the CAC and undermining public confidence in a key regulatory institution.
“The National Forum for Good Governance wishes to categorically state that after a thorough review of the claims being circulated, we find the allegations against the CAC Registrar-General to be baseless and unsupported by any credible or verifiable facts,” the statement read.
The forum urged members of the public and stakeholders to exercise restraint and avoid spreading unverified information capable of damaging the reputation of public institutions.
It advised aggrieved parties to seek redress through lawful and established channels, stressing that genuine concerns should be directed to appropriate regulatory and oversight bodies to allow for due process and fair investigation.
Dr. Bebeji also commended the Corporate Affairs Commission for its ongoing reforms aimed at simplifying business registration processes, strengthening regulatory compliance and improving Nigeria’s ease of doing business.
The forum further appealed to the media to uphold ethical journalism standards by ensuring accuracy, balance and fairness in reporting, and cautioned against amplifying allegations that have not been substantiated.
Notorious bandits’ leader, Bello Turji, has confirmed that he held series of peace meetings with then Zamfara State Government during former governor Bello Muhammad Matawalle, now Minister of State for Defence for peaceful resolution between Fulani groups.
In a viral video online, the bandit kingpin strongly denied claims that he was paid ₦30 million or given vehicles as part of the engagement.
Turji’s response followed allegations by on Musa Kamarawa, a former peace mediator appointed by the Sokoto and Zamfara State governments to bring bandits to a table of negotiations in order to end banditry activities through a non-kinetic efforts.
In a similar video, Musa had claimed that the former governor of Zamfara state Matawalle held a series of meetings with bandits, including Turji, at the Government House in Gusau and allegedly gave out money and vehicles to them.
Kamarawa specifically alleged that Turji received ₦30 million during the peace process.
However, in a viral video message circulated online, Turji described the claims as false, insisting that although peace talks took place, he never received such payments or any other Fulani leader on his behalf.
“By Allah, since I was born, I have never possessed even five million naira,” Turji said. “What I am doing is not for personal gain. We were never given that ₦30 million you are talking about.”
According to Turji, the meetings with government officials were part of a peace initiative aimed at reducing violence in the state and maintained that he did not personally benefit financially from the process.
He accused Kamarawa of betraying the trust established during the negotiations and giving what he described as “false, mischief testimony.”
“We agreed on peace when the Zamfara State government appointed you,” Turji said in the message, addressing Musa Kamarawa. “But what you are saying now is full of lies, deceit, I did not even receive three million naira.”
The bandits’ leader also accused former political leaders in Zamfara and Sokoto states of contributing to the insecurity in the region long time before Matawalle’s era, alleging that they armed groups of people known as ‘Yan Banga’ and encouraged the formation of vigilantes that targeted mostly Fulani communities.
He specifically mentioned former governors of Zamfara and Sokoto states, Attahiru Bafarawa as well as former Zamfara governor, Senator Ahmed Sani Yerima, calling for their arrest and investigations.
“We say openly that former governors of Zamfara and Sokoto, Bafarawa alongside Ahmed Sani Yerima, are responsible for the calamities that befell these states,” Turji claimed.
Turji sought to distance himself from political influence, insisting that he was not acting on behalf of any politician or interest group.
“We are not politicians, and we are not tools of politicians,” he said. “There is no human being backing us.”
Thought Turji did not talk about recent negotiations with federal government, instead, he framed his comments as a personal defence, saying he was speaking “before Allah alone.”
Nigerian security agencies have repeatedly identified Bello Turji as one of the most dangerous armed group leaders operating in the North-West, with the military previously declaring him wanted over terror-related activities.
..DPO accused of covering-up for developers, KADGIS
By our Correspondent
Over 10 people who acquired vast plots of land teemed up Friday and vehemently resisted alleged land graping reportedly orchestrated by Kaduna State Urban Planning and Development Agency (KASUPDA) in Ungwan Waziri in Kariji community, Yakowa new road, in kaduna State.
Our Correspondent who was a star witness reported that, it was a face-to-face show between the owners of land, including retired senior military officers and civilians, when the labourers mobilized to the site to fence the land were confronted in the morning of Friday and Saturday respectively.
The plots owners, all christians, who vowed to stop further works on the land, regroup Saturday with police security operatives and a Divisional Police Officer (DPO), millennium city intervention disclaiming Sariki Ungwan Waziri, raising tensions within the community.
Identities and names of notable staffs of KASUPDA and that of Kaduna Geographic Information Service (KADGIS), linked to the alleged sordid deals featured prominently in an interview with newsmen.
The state government was also mentioned, to stamp authority of state actors, to legitimize the alleged land encroachment by KASUPDA, and KADGIS – an agency charged with providing quality and sustainable land use planning and administration in the State, in accordance with the provisions of the Land Use Act Laws of the Federation (CAP 202 of 2004) and other relevant laws.
Briefing journalists, leader and spokesman of the affected plots and land owners, Mr. Kolawale Kayode said some of them acquired the land over three years ago under El-rufai administration, adding all efforts to start developing their land were frustrated by the agencies, telling them to wait until regularization form issued to them.
Mr. Kayode also told newsmen in an interview that a meeting was convened by Sariki of Ungwan Waziri, Jonathan Waziri, and affected land owners and uncovered that one Sani Idris of KASUPDA is in picture of the deals, according Sariki who claimed to have met with Idris in his office on the matter.
“When we want to build, they keep telling us that we should hold on, they are going to bring regularization form, right from El-rufai time. I think that’s the best way to explain it.
“They keep telling us they are going to bring us regularization form, that we can’t build, If we build, they will break our walls”, he said, pointing at direction of some samples of broken walls of some erected buildings.
He also lamented that” When we just put even two or three blocks to secure the property, they will say they will break it down until we get permits”.
He said aside charging him for another N75,000 for penalty for the dwarf wall, the totality of everything paid altogether was about N400, 000 for building permits from KASUPDA and also Kaduna State Environmental protection Agency (KEPA), processing, and I’m position of processing fee receipts or papers.
According to Kayode, all his members and owner of the plots of land have processed the papers and in possession their Deed of Assignment and formal letters from the KASUPDA Authority.
He said he was in Lagos State on appointment, on his health issue and other important engagement when called to inform the development, and had to run down and discovered labourer working on his land and other land owners in the area.
According to him, when the labourers working on the land could not provide adequate information about their sponsors, they decided to call the owners of the land together and met the Sariki of Ungwan Waziri.
Mr. Kayode also told journalist Saturday at the site that, aside declaiming Sariki Waziri, the DPO also revealed that KADGIS official called him, querying the rational behind calling police without calling the Sariki of the area on landed issue known to Sariki.
The spokesman of the owners of the land also said Sariki Waziri called a meeting in the morning. “He said they have been to KASUPDA yesterday because we went and met Sariki”.
“He said there was no any communication to him. He was not inform of anything. He was not told anything by anybody. He went to KASUPDA, and when he got there, he saw the man called Sani Idris and he said to him that the file was open and it was sent to him from government, called from Governor”,
“Sani said they sent the file and that the file has been sent, and there’s nothing they can do, they have to work with it”, Kayode explained, insisting in members knowing the names of the developers and key officials of KASUPDA and KADGIS behind the ugly land grabing deals.
Born in kaduna, Mr. Kayode said he promised using his land to built sporting events center for young jobless youth of the areas to utilitize and showcase talents and not building beer parlour as maybe insulated by some people.
Also interviewed, a retired Warrant Officer, and owner of land in the affected area, Levinus Christopher, said he used his retirement benefits to acquired the Land.
“I joined the army in 1989, January, and retired January 2024, that was last year. So they paid me my retirement benefit February 2024. So I used my retirement benefit to purchase two plots of land here in Ungwan waziri, under Kariji, to develop it and build accomodation.
But to my greatest surprise, yesterday, somebody just told me, one Okada rider, because he knows my land, he told me that there are two people building fences. So I have to rush down. Reaching here, I saw it, that they were building fences.
“We asked the workers, nobody is ready to tell anybody what is happening, who is doing it. But from all information that we are getting, is that the government, they collected the land and gave to a developer. Which we don’t know who is that developer”, he lamented.
Also speaking, a female civil servant and land owner in confidence confirmed to journalists that she had been a victim of pulling down her buildings structures by KASUPDA twice for reasons unclear to her and decided to hold on, against friend advise before building on the plots bought in the area with their father retirement benefits.
She called on Governor Uba Sani’s intervention to rescue them, emphasizing that the Governor is ignorant of the alleged of shady land deals as being insinuated by some officials of KASUPDA and or KADGIS.
Contacted, both the officials of KASUPDA and KADGIS denied knowledge of the developers working fencing plots of land in Ungwan waziri, demanding for the company name and developers or those behind the deals.
The Sariki Waziri and DPO millennium city later met and agreed that further work be suspended on the land by unknown developer pending the conclusion on investigation and other necessity put in place till Monday, but victims still raged in dealing with any further encroachment.
The Arewa Joint Initiative for Peace (AJIP) has declared its firm and unwavering support for the Minister of Defence, Bello Matawalle, rejecting what it described as baseless and politically motivated calls for his removal from office.
The group said the moves, allegedly sponsored by Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, are misguided and aimed at undermining the progress recorded in the fight against insecurity, as well as eroding the integrity of national leadership and unity in the North.
In a statement signed by its Director-General, Musa Danbaki, AJIP said the recent political manoeuvres against Matawalle are rooted in desperation.
According to the group, “As a leader who has consistently aligned himself with bandit leaders, Lawal’s efforts to discredit Minister Matawalle stem from a fear of exposure. Matawalle has been a stalwart advocate for peace and security in our region, tirelessly working to dismantle the networks of violence that have plagued our communities.
“His commitment to transparency and accountability threatens the very foundations of Lawal’s alliances, compelling the governor to seek distractions through baseless allegations against a man who has dedicated his life to the service of our nation.”
AJIP said it firmly believes that the calls for Matawalle’s removal go beyond personal attacks, describing them as part of a wider political strategy to destabilise the support base for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid.
The group noted that by targeting Matawalle, who it described as a key pillar of support for the President in the North, detractors are seeking to weaken the administration’s efforts to entrench stability and growth in the region.
“Minister Matawalle has demonstrated unwavering dedication to his responsibilities, implementing policies that have significantly improved the security landscape in Nigeria. Under his stewardship, there has been a concerted effort to engage communities, empower local leaders, and create sustainable pathways to peace,” the statement said.
AJIP added that Matawalle’s approach goes beyond combating banditry, as it also addresses the socio-economic factors driving unrest, an effort it said has earned him respect within and outside the region.
Reflecting on the current political climate, the group reaffirmed its solidarity with President Tinubu and the administration’s vision for a secure and prosperous Nigeria, stressing that unity and collaboration remain essential to overcoming security challenges.
“In light of these circumstances, we call on all stakeholders to reject the divisive rhetoric being propagated by those who seek to undermine our collective progress. The strength of our region lies in our ability to unite against common threats, not personal vendettas,” AJIP stated.
The group urged Nigerians, particularly residents of Zamfara State and the wider North, to remain vigilant against misinformation and to continue supporting leaders committed to peace, security and national unity.
“The Arewa Joint Initiative for Peace extends its unwavering support to Minister Bello Matawalle and commends his tireless efforts to bring about lasting change. Together, we can forge a path toward a more secure and prosperous future for all Nigerians,” the statement concluded.
As part of Nigeria’s strategic positioning and commitment to driving sustainable energy solutions for Africa’s future, the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, has participated in the opening ceremony of the African Energy Efficiency Conference held in Ethiopia.
Dr. Abdullahi, who was a special guest at the event, participated in critical conversations with senior officials, leading African figures, and the Energy Minister of Kenya, where discussions focused on the central role of energy efficiency in stimulating economic growth and strengthening climate resilience across Africa.
The Director-General of ECN also engaged with representatives from the EU, the European Investment Bank, GIZ, the IEA, AFD, and SEforALL.
The engagements explored partnerships, financing pathways, and supportive policy frameworks aimed at expanding Nigeria’s contributions and ensuring outcomes throughout the conference.
A Kaduna State High Court has sentenced three defendants to a combined 21 years in prison over charges of conspiracy and intention to commit culpable homicide in the case of The State Vs. Ayuba Barde & 5 others KDH/KAD/88C/2014 —bringing an end to a legal battle that has stretched for more than a decade and raised serious concerns over delays in Nigeria’s judicial process.
The men, arrested in January 2014, were accused of attacking the late Chief of Jere, Dr. Sa’ad Usman, his driver and an orderly along the SSC Jere–Bwari Road in Kagarko Local Government Area. The Defendants consistently pleaded not guilty.
The case passed through several judges, restarted multiple times, and witnessed prolonged periods without bail. The final judgment was delivered on 19 November 2025 by Justice Buhari M. Balarabe, who found the men guilty of conspiracy and intention to commit culpable homicide. However, the court ruled that the prosecution failed to prove that the Chief’s death in April 2020—six years after the incident—was linked to the alleged attack.
Each Defendant received five years for conspiracy and ten years for intention to commit culpable homicide, to run concurrently. Despite the court acknowledging that the men had already spent 11 years in custody, the judgement means they will remain in prison for an additional decade.
Lead defence attorney, Gloria Mabeiam Ballason Esa, disagrees with the judgment, describing it as “against the weight of evidence” and “not supported by law, justice or fairness.”
“To hand down 21 years imprisonment for conspiracy and intention is not contemplated by law. Not even the devil knows the intention of the heart of man,” she said.
Ballason also raised concerns about the conduct of the proceedings, citing the refusal of the court to entertain bail applications until after the full hearing—a move she said violated constitutional guarantees of presumption of innocence and fair trial.
She further noted that no medical report establishing the cause of death of the traditional ruler was tendered in evidence, leaving what she described as “a break in the chain of causation.”
The defence argues that the unusually long duration of the case — involving repeated transfers between judges and a trial that restarted several times — undermines public confidence in the justice system. “Eleven years for a criminal trial under a democracy is simply not justifiable,” Ballason stated.
The Defendants plan to appeal the judgment, with their legal team insisting there are strong grounds to challenge both the conviction and the sentencing.
The Kaduna State Ministry of Justice, represented in court by Solicitor-General J. N. Azumi Esq, declined to make comments on the record.
The case, already drawing national attention, is expected to face renewed scrutiny as it moves to the appellate courts, where legal observers say it may become a test of Nigeria’s commitment to fair trial standards and judicial reform.
The Leaders and Elders’ Council of Oba community in Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State has petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), demanding the immediate prosecution of Engr. Augustine Chinedum Emelobe, Chairman of Northbridge Energy Limited, over multiple criminal allegations allegedly investigated by the Commission.
The petition, dated September 8, 2025, was submitted by the law firm Chuks Uguru & Co., acting on behalf of the Oba Elders’ Council.
According to the petition, several complaints had previously been filed before the EFCC accusing Engr. Emelobe of tax evasion, fraud, and other financial crimes, prompting the Commission to launch an investigation. However, the community leaders say they are “deeply concerned and discomfited” by what they describe as a conspiracy of silence following the investigation.
The petitioners stated that despite EFCC’s initial action, the Commission has failed to disclose the outcome of its investigation or commence prosecution, raising suspicions of undue delay.
Unanswered Letters to EFCC
The Oba Elders’ Council also accused the EFCC of ignoring two separate letters sent on:
December 10, 2024 – requesting the investigation report and security clearance for candidates seeking the stool of Igwe of Oba;
April 23, 2025 – requesting a status update on the prosecution of Engr. Emelobe.
Copies of both letters, the petition said, went unanswered.
Dispute Over Igwe Stool
Beyond the criminal allegations, the Elders’ Council expressed alarm that Engr. Emelobe is “falsely parading himself as the Igwe of Oba,” despite being embroiled in a series of legal controversies.
According to the petition, Emelobe and several associates are already facing a four-count criminal charge before an Anambra State Magistrate Court over alleged usurpation of the traditional stool.
The elders argue that the position of Igwe — the custodian of Oba’s customs and traditions — must be occupied by a person of unquestionable integrity. With unresolved criminal allegations hanging over him, they insist that Emelobe does not meet that standard.
Community Threatens Legal Action
In the petition signed by Chuks L. Uguru, Esq., Managing Solicitor, the community issued a 30-day ultimatum to the EFCC.
If the Commission fails to prosecute Engr. Emelobe within the stipulated period, the Elders’ Council says it will file an application for an order of mandamus to compel the EFCC to arraign him before a competent court.
The petitioners maintained that the EFCC must not wait to be “prodded” before fulfilling its statutory duties.
The Northern Awareness Network (NAN) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the nomination of former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, as Nigeria’s ambassador to an unspecified international mission, describing the development as a boost to the nation’s diplomatic profile.
In a statement issued yesterday in Abuja and signed by its Chairman, Salihu Sulaiman, the group said the nomination was a recognition of Yakubu’s “distinguished record of public service” and his “vast experience in global affairs,” which it argued would be invaluable in strengthening Nigeria’s engagement on the international stage.
Sulaiman noted that the former INEC chairman had earned national and international respect during his stewardship at the electoral body, where he championed reforms aimed at improving electoral transparency and deepening democratic processes.
He dismissed concerns raised in some quarters that Yakubu’s new appointment could compromise the independence of INEC, insisting such fears were “misguided and reckless.”
According to him, the neutrality of INEC is anchored on law, institutional safeguards, and multilayered oversight mechanisms—not on the post-service career of any individual.
“INEC’s integrity is not tied to the personal trajectory of any former official,” Sulaiman said. “It is a system strengthened by reforms since 2010, monitored by political parties, civil society organisations, and the media. Democracy rests on institutions, not personalities.”
The group further highlighted Yakubu’s career under four successive presidents—Umaru Musa Yar’adua, Goodluck Jonathan, Muhammadu Buhari and Bola Ahmed Tinubu—as evidence of his professionalism and non-partisan disposition.
It recalled that as Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) between 2007 and 2012, Yakubu initiated reforms that continue to shape the nation’s tertiary education sector. It also pointed to innovations introduced under his leadership during the 2023 general elections, which it said enabled opposition parties to record their highest number of elective positions in the country’s political history.
The Northern Awareness Network urged Nigerians to support the nomination, adding that effective diplomacy required individuals with proven administrative competence and an understanding of Nigeria’s governance architecture.
Sulaiman stressed that rather than question Yakubu’s nomination, Nigerians should focus on strengthening national institutions and reinforcing accountability across all sectors.
“This appointment is an opportunity to present Nigeria’s democratic values to the world with credibility,” he added. “We call on Nigerians to rally behind this development and remain committed to building strong, resilient institutions.”
The statement concluded with the group expressing confidence that Professor Yakubu would bring his “wealth of experience, integrity, and calm leadership” to the diplomatic assignment once confirmed.
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