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Faith Before Force: How Religious Leaders Are Healing Kaduna – Governor Declares
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has credited the relative peace being enjoyed across the state to the unwavering commitment of religious and traditional leaders. According to him, their consistent efforts in fostering unity and easing communal tensions have been instrumental in the state’s peacebuilding successes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking at an interactive session with religious and traditional leaders in Kaduna on Monday, the governor emphasized that without their support, his administration’s efforts to foster lasting peace would not have been possible.
“If not for our religious leaders, we wouldn’t be celebrating peace in Kaduna today. They were the first to advise me when I took office, guiding me on how to unite the people and ensure tranquillity,” he said.
The session, part of the activities marking the second anniversary of his administration, was convened by the Kaduna State Bureau of Interfaith under the auspices of the Kaduna Inter-Religious Dialogue on Peace, Unity, and Security Committee.
Governor Sani took the opportunity to caution against the political class’s recurring habit of only engaging religious leaders during election periods, often using religion to curry favour and harvest votes.
“We only seem to remember our religious leaders a few months before elections, using sentiments to win their support. That’s wrong,” he said. “We need your guidance now—not just during elections. Walk with us, hold us accountable, and help us build a better Kaduna.”
He hailed clerics as indispensable moral authorities and vital partners in governance whose roles go far beyond campaign seasons. He insisted that sustained collaboration with religious and traditional institutions is key to building trust, inclusion, and lasting peace.
Governor Sani noted that Kaduna’s homegrown peace model—which emphasizes dialogue, community ownership, and non-kinetic approaches—has already begun attracting national attention and replication in other states.
“Our peace model thrives on dialogue, trust-building, and inclusive engagement. It didn’t come from government alone. Its success belongs to four pillars: religious leaders, traditional rulers, local communities, and security agencies,” he explained.
He added that security operatives were deliberately given a supporting rather than leading role in the process, allowing community and faith-based structures to take the lead in resolving conflicts.
“No security intervention is deployed without first consulting stakeholders in the affected community. Peace must be locally owned and understood to be sustainable,” the governor said.
Highlighting progress since taking office in 2023, Governor Sani pointed to the restoration of peace in Birnin Gwari—a region once plagued by banditry—as evidence that the Kaduna model is effective.
“Today, thanks to God and your prayers, people can now travel to Birnin Gwari without fear. That is a significant achievement,” he declared, receiving nods of approval from those present.
Governor Sani also condemned political actors and social media influencers who, in his view, have made a habit of publicly ridiculing or attacking respected religious leaders for partisan gain.
“I’ve always said: if we allow our religious leaders to be disrespected and insulted, we risk losing not just our moral fabric, but our country itself,” he warned. “Ironically, the same politicians who vilify clerics online are the first to run to them for prayers when things go wrong.”
Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.
“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.
He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”
Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.
He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.
“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.
In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.
Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.
While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.
He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.
The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.
He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.
“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”
The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.
2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.
The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.
As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.
Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.
The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.
Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment
Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.
The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.
According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.
The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.
The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.
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