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Ex-Kebbi Governorship Aspirant Accuses Governor Idris of Political Targeting Amid Demolition Plans
Salihu Nataro, a former governorship aspirant in Kebbi State, has accused Governor Nasir Idris of orchestrating a politically motivated demolition of his ancestral property in Jega Local Government Area.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Nataro described the government’s action as a retaliatory move stemming from his open criticism of the Idris administration. He expressed concern that his advocacy for a shift from high-profile projects to people-centered development might have triggered the response.
“This is clearly a political vendetta,” Nataro asserted. “Prior to this, some individuals had informed the governor that I might contest again. I merely advised the governor to reconsider his development priorities for the benefit of the people.”
The house in question, according to Nataro, holds significant historical value, having been passed down from his late father, a respected local philanthropist. He emphasized that the property was originally built by the first traditional ruler of Jega, Sarkin Marina, and therefore represents more than just a private residence.
Nataro also urged Governor Idris to address circulating rumors regarding his alleged conflict with the state’s Accountant General, especially on the management of Value Added Tax (VAT) allocations, which he believes may be fueling political unrest in the state.
While denying any intention to defect to the opposition Social Democratic Party (SDP), Nataro insisted that the demolition threat is a deliberate attempt to silence and intimidate him.
In response, the Kebbi State Government refuted the allegations. In a statement from the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ahmed Idris, the government clarified that the demolition is part of a broader infrastructure development initiative, particularly a road expansion project.
The statement detailed that the project involves professional standards, including the construction of drainage systems, embankments, stone-pitching, and access culverts.
“Governor Nasir Idris remains committed to the development of Kebbi State and does not engage in petty or vindictive politics,” the statement read.
The government also noted that all due processes are being followed, with the Ministry of Works engaging affected property owners as part of the compensation and planning procedures.
The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) began nationwide on Thursday, with over 2.2 million candidates expected to participate across accredited centres.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The exam, conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), will run from April 16 to April 22 in multiple daily sessions.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, urged examination officials to remain highly committed and professional, noting that the success of the exercise depends largely on their dedication.
He gave the charge during a virtual final briefing for technical officers ahead of the examination, where he also praised staff, ad hoc personnel, service providers, and technical advisers for their roles in the successful conduct of the mock exam.
Oloyede said many of the issues recorded during the mock exercise were due to poor assessment of centres by some technical officials.
He further stated that incentive packages would be awarded to teams that perform exceptionally, particularly in handling exam materials and submitting timely reports.
Reiterating JAMB’s zero-tolerance stance on malpractice, he warned candidates against bringing prohibited items into examination halls.
He also disclosed that biometric verification and real-time monitoring systems have been deployed to protect the integrity of the exercise.
Candidates whose biometrics cannot be verified, he added, will be rescheduled to write the exam at approved centres.
Meanwhile, a NAN correspondent monitoring proceedings at Aduvie International School, Jahi, reported that the first session scheduled for 8:30 a.m. began slightly behind schedule at about 8:40 a.m.
The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, on Thursday inspected security deployments at Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the FCT Police Command spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the inspection is part of proactive measures to ensure a smooth, peaceful, and hitch-free conduct of the ongoing examinations.
The UTME is scheduled to run nationwide from April 16 to 18, 2026.
During the exercise, CP Sanusi assessed security arrangements put in place to safeguard candidates, examination officials, and CBT facilities.
He also engaged with centre supervisors, assuring them of adequate security presence throughout the examination period.
Adeh added that the CP reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining law and order, warning that any attempt to disrupt the examinations would be met with decisive action in line with the law.
Over 700 former terrorists who have undergone deradicalisation and rehabilitation are set to be reintegrated into their communities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Nigerian military has also dismissed reports alleging that beneficiaries of Operation Safe Corridor are being recruited into military institutions.
According to African Independent Television, the Coordinator of Operation Safe Corridor, Brigadier-General Yusuf Ali, made this known during a media tour of the Deradicalisation, Rehabilitation and Reintegration Centre in Gombe, North-East Nigeria.
He said many Nigerians still misunderstand the Federal Government’s structured counter-terrorism initiative, which is designed to restore peace in communities affected by insurgency.
Brigadier-General Ali explained that the programme focuses on rehabilitation and peaceful reintegration of repentant individuals into society.
During the tour, some of the participants also shared accounts of their involvement in offences that led to their admission into the programme.
The facility inspection was part of preparations for the graduation of over 700 clients who have completed the deradicalisation and rehabilitation process and are set for reintegration.
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