Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has officially appointed Alhaji Yerima Ibn Mahmud as the new Emir of Ngazargamu. The appointment, announced on Friday by the Acting Secretary to the State Government, Mohammed Goje, follows the recent passing of the late Emir, Alhaji Tijjani Ibn Saleh Geidam, who died in Egypt after a long illness and was laid to rest in Damaturu today. Prior to ascending to the throne, the new Emir served for 16 years as the Turakin Ngazargamu and held various public roles, including serving as a State House of Assembly member and as the Commissioner for Livestock Development. Governor Buni congratulated the new Emir and encouraged him to leverage his professional and political experience to foster unity, promote peace, and drive economic development within the emirate and the state. The governor further appealed to the community to support the new Emir in his duties to ensure the continued prosperity and stability of the region.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has named Alhaji Yerima Ibn Mahmud as the successor to the late Emir of Ngazargamu, Alhaji Tijjani Ibn Saleh Geidam. The new Emir, formerly the Turakin Ngazargamu, brings extensive experience to the role, having previously served as a Commissioner for Livestock Development and a state legislator. In his statement, Governor Buni urged the new monarch to prioritize peace, unity, and economic progress while calling on the public to support his leadership. The appointment comes as the state mourns the late Emir, who was buried today in Damaturu following his death in Egypt.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has confirmed that the students and teachers kidnapped nearly four weeks ago from the Oriire Local Government Area are currently being held within the Old Oyo National Park. During a status update on Friday, the governor explained that security forces are actively working to rescue the victims, who were taken during attacks on schools in Yawota and Ahoro-Esinle on May 15, 2026. Makinde emphasized the logistical complexity of the operation, noting that the national park covers approximately 2,500 square kilometers across ten local government areas, creating a difficult terrain that necessitates meticulous coordination. While assuring the public that all lawful measures are being deployed to secure the victims’ safe return, the governor urged residents to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities via the 615 emergency line, and avoid spreading unverified information that could jeopardize rescue efforts.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Nearly a month after the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde has revealed that intelligence places the victims inside the vast Old Oyo National Park. Acknowledging the extreme difficulty of the terrain—which spans 2,500 square kilometers—the governor stated that security agencies are undertaking a careful, persistent rescue operation. Makinde called for public patience and continued vigilance, encouraging citizens to report useful information through the state’s toll-free line while cautioned against the dangers of spreading misinformation. He further highlighted that the rescue is a collective challenge, urging residents to support security agencies as they work to bring the victims home unharmed.

Former Vice President and 2027 African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to implement a new national direction focused on rebuilding institutions, healing societal divisions, and restoring security if elected. Represented by Hon. Nnenna Ukeje at a Democracy Day event in Abuja organized by the Coalition Political Action Committee (COPAC), Atiku argued that Nigeria requires decisive, compassionate, and competent leadership to address economic hardships, escalating insecurity, and the perceived decline of democratic practices. Highlighting significant concerns such as an unsustainable debt burden that threatens future generations and the impact of violence on schools and farming communities, he presented himself as a tested alternative capable of moving beyond rhetoric. He further emphasized that his administration would prioritize tackling the cost-of-living crisis and securing the nation to restore dignity to citizens. Additionally, at the event, COPAC resolved to advocate for a National Candidate Summit to unify campaign strategies and strengthen the ADC’s position as a credible opposition alternative.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Atiku Abubakar, the ADC’s candidate for the 2027 presidential election, has declared his determination to “reclaim” Nigeria by replacing current leadership failures with a strategy built on integrity and competence. Speaking at an Abuja event via a representative, he criticized the government for failing to manage the national debt and for allowing insecurity to endanger students and farmers. Atiku promised that his administration would focus on decisive action against banditry, economic reform, and the restoration of national unity. Supported by party figures like Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi and COPAC Convener Engr. Aminu Datti Ahmad, the event also served as a rallying point for the ADC to bolster its opposition strategy, mobilize for the upcoming election, and foster internal party unity.