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Court Orders Police Investigation Into Defamation Allegations Against Zamfara Governor’s Aide.
A Magistrate Court sitting in Gusau, Zamfara State, has ordered the Commissioner of Police to investigate a criminal complaint filed by a former member of the State House of Assembly, Yusuf Alhasan Kanoma.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The case is against Mustafa Jafaru Kaura, a media aide to the Zamfara State Governor, and includes allegations of defamation, threat to life, and incitement of public disturbance.
Presiding Magistrate, Murtala Abdullahi, issued the directive during proceedings, instructing the police to carry out a detailed investigation into the allegations.
At the hearing, the State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Abdulaziz Sani, SAN—represented by the Director of Litigation—applied for the case to be transferred to the Ministry of Justice under Section 211 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended).
However, counsel to the complainant, Barrister Surajo Garba Gusau, opposed the application, arguing that it was not appropriate given the circumstances of the case.
He alleged that the defendant had evaded service of court processes and allegedly used thugs to block court officials from serving summons at his residence, insisting that the Attorney-General should focus on ensuring justice rather than taking over the matter.
While acknowledging the constitutional role of the Attorney-General, the complainant’s counsel maintained that such powers must be exercised properly and in line with due process, especially in a case involving serious allegations.
The court thereafter ordered the police to investigate the matter, with further proceedings expected after the outcome of the investigation.
Governor Dauda Lawal has nominated Professor Yahaya Zakari Abdullahi as a commissioner and member of the Zamfara State Executive Council.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The nomination was forwarded to the Zamfara State House of Assembly by the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada, for screening and confirmation in line with constitutional requirements. According to a statement issued by Suleman Ahmad Tudu, Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Secretary to the State Government, the State Assembly quickly screened and confirmed the appointment during its 177th sitting held on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Professor Zakari is widely recognised for his contributions to education and public service, with over two decades of experience in academia, policy formulation, and administration. He previously served as the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of Zamfara State University.
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“50% Of You Don’t Even Have PVCs” — Jonathan Fires Back At Youths Begging Him To Contest 2027.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called on Nigerian youths to actively take part in the country’s electoral process.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He made the appeal on Thursday when a large group of young people visited his residence to urge him to contest the 2027 presidential election.
Addressing the gathering, Jonathan noted that while many of the youths were calling for his return to politics, a significant number of them did not possess Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs).
He used the opportunity to draw attention to growing voter apathy in the country, urging the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to address the issue. According to him, many Nigerians, especially young people, appear disengaged from elections.
Jonathan stressed that youths must be fully involved in the democratic process, warning that political participation begins with voter registration.
He said, “Probably 50% of you don’t even have voters card and you are asking me to go and contest the election.”
Meanwhile, a Federal High Court in Abuja is set to hear on Friday a suit seeking to stop Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election.
The case was filed by lawyer Johnmary Jideobi, who is asking the court to declare the former president constitutionally ineligible to run again.
On April 28, Justice Peter Lifu ordered that hearing notices be served on all defendants, who had yet to file their responses.
The plaintiff is seeking an order restraining Jonathan from presenting himself to any political party as a candidate, as well as preventing INEC from accepting or publishing his name.
Jonathan is listed as the first defendant in the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/2102/2025, while INEC and the Attorney-General of the Federation are joined as second and third defendants.
The plaintiff is asking the court to interpret constitutional provisions to determine whether Jonathan is still eligible to contest, given that he had completed the tenure of the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua before winning a full term in 2011.
In an affidavit, Emmanuel Agida argued that Jonathan had already served the constitutional limit of two terms and that allowing him to run again would amount to a third presidential oath of office.
He said the case was filed in the public interest to uphold constitutional supremacy and preserve the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic system.
A mild drama unfolded on Thursday during the Senate plenary between Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele and Senator Adams Oshiomhole of Edo North.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The incident followed the Senate’s decision to reverse amendments to its Standing Orders, a move that reopened competition for key leadership positions in the 11th National Assembly, including the Senate Presidency race ahead of 2027. The reversal, backed by a motion sponsored by Bamidele, removed earlier restrictions that had limited eligibility for the top seat. The development effectively paved the way for lawmakers such as Hope Uzodimma, Adams Oshiomhole, and others to contest for Senate President in 2027. Shortly after the reversal, Oshiomhole called for more thorough debate on key decisions, arguing that the amendment process earlier passed on Tuesday was rushed. However, his remarks were challenged by Bamidele, who raised a point of order and described the comments as unnecessary. The Senate Leader said lawmakers were all present during the proceedings and witnessed what he termed avoidable drama. He advised Oshiomhole to channel any concerns through proper leadership channels instead of disrupting plenary sessions, stressing that the Senate would not tolerate conduct that undermines its proceedings. “We were all in the chamber and witnessed the kind of drama that went on even though it was totally unnecessary,” Bamidele said. He further warned that such incidents were projecting a negative image of the National Assembly and must be avoided going forward. Citing Order 52(6) of the Senate Rules, Bamidele explained that any previously decided matter could only be revisited through a formal motion for rescission. He added that if Oshiomhole had issues with the amendment, the proper procedure was to file a substantive motion rather than raise objections during plenary. “We cannot allow this kind of drama to go on every time on the floor of this Senate. We must put a stop to it,” he stated. Presiding over the session, Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin upheld the point of order raised by the Senate Leader.
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